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Dog-Friendly Cottage with Private Hot Tub, Close to Beach & Downtown

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81561 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Rockaway Beach, OR
  • Popular LocationRockaway Beach4 min walk
  • Popular LocationManhattan Beach8 min walk
  • Popular LocationKelly's Brighton Marina LLC9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dog-Friendly Cottage with Private Hot Tub, Close to Beach & Downtown

Ocean Shells Cottage

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Come make yourself at home at this cute and cozy three bedroom Rockaway Beach vacation cottage! Recently remodeled, this pet friendly home-away-from-home is filled with charm due to the beautiful wood-slat ceilings and wainscoting. And best of all, it's right across the street from the ocean and downtown Rockaway Beach!

On nights when you want to stay in, there's a flat screen TV on the mantle, as well as cable and a DVD player. Just pop some popcorn and settle back onto the comfy couches for a movie night or just lounge about and use the WiFi to get online.

The modern kitchen is well-stocked with stainless steel appliances and gadgets for meal preparation. Here you'll have a refrigerator, stovetop/oven, dishwasher, toaster, and even a coffee grinder. Pick up some fresh seafood while out and about and you'll be able to make a memorable vacation dinner your whole group will enjoy sitting down to. Out on the deck, there's a gas grill, giving you even more cooking options.

At night, the three bedrooms have spots for up to eight guests, with two queen beds, a king-size bed, and two twins. And in the master bedroom, you'll even have a beautiful claw-foot tub.

When you stay at the Ocean Shells Cottage, you can bring up to two dog guests as well (less than 40 pounds each and with a nightly pet fee). When you're here, you'll also have a washer and dryer for doing laundry, so don't worry about getting dirty while out exploring the Oregon Coast with your four-legged friends.

Best of all, it's just a short walk from here right down to the beach. Head to the sand to build sandcastles, fly kites, or just relax and watch the waves roll in. There's miles and miles of beach to explore, including the iconic Twin Rocks to the south - a perfect backdrop for sunset photos.

Downtown Rockaway Beach has a number of restaurants on the nights you don't feel like staying in. There's the Whale Spout for fish and chips and clam chowder, the Cow Belle Cafe for hearty breakfasts, or you can pick up a pizza at Upper Crust and bring it back to your beach house to enjoy.

This Rockaway Beach vacation rental is perfect for a family getaway or a group of friends who want to stay right near the beach! Filled with cozy furnishings and charming accents, you'll love staying at this cottage and exploring the Rockaway Beach area.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

City/town permit number: 2362

Property manager

Vacasa of Oregon

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,561 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 40 lbs each.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

1118

About the neighborhood

Rockaway Beach

Located in Rockaway Beach, this cottage is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nehalem Bay State Park and Rockaway Beach, while Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad and Garibaldi Museum are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Rockaway Beach - 4 min walk
  • Manhattan Beach - 8 min walk
  • Nehalem Beach - 9 min drive
  • Nehalem Bay State Park - 9 min drive
  • Kelly's Brighton Marina LLC - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grumpy's Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Garibaldi Portside Bistro - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pacific Edge Espresso - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pronto Pup - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-Friendly Cottage with Private Hot Tub, Close to Beach & Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-Friendly Cottage with Private Hot Tub, Close to Beach & Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-Friendly Cottage with Private Hot Tub, Close to Beach & Downtown?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-Friendly Cottage with Private Hot Tub, Close to Beach & Downtown located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Rockaway Beach and Manhattan Beach. Nehalem River and Nehalem Bay State Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 150 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 150 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 150 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 150 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 150 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brian N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rockaway Rocks!
The only issues were that wi fi cut out for several hours Saturday.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kymberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Clean close to beach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Nathan M., Bonney Lake

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday weekend
Good stay and possibly will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa / Eric B., Battle Ground Washington

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming but not for us…
Pros: cute, charming and well decorated on the inside inside. It was very clean but downstairs did have a slight dog smell, however it is a dog friendly home. Beds were all very comfortable, all TV’s worked but be prepared to log into your streaming subscriptions. Lots of DVD’s to choose from also. Kitchen was nice and had everything we needed to cook dinners. Do bring tin foil, baggies and bag clips. The beach is barely a block away and an easy walk. Town is right in front of the home (literally). Cons: sits right on the freeway and feet from the railroad tracks (short tourist trains ran during the day only). The surrounding homes are not in good condition and this home sits smashed between them. We didn’t open the blinds because of this. The lock box to get the key was difficult to open. The lock on the hot tub was difficult to open. The hot tub didn’t work and wouldn’t heat up beyond 96 degrees. It was a tiny bit Sandy but it was clean. I really feel the pictures and description of the hime need to be updated to the reality of the outside. Though the inside of the house itself was cute, we just felt depressed here due to not able to see anything worth opening the blinds for and actually left a day early. : (
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Beth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving at the beach
The property inside was very clean. The kitchen was well stocked which made it easy to cook a small Thanksgiving dinner. Proximity to the beach and local shops and restaurants was also really great. The beds were very comfortable and there were many extra blankets which is needed in the colder months as the home is older and has wall heaters. Although this home is very cute with a great location close to the beach, it is smashed between a few other rundown properties that appear to house full time residents. Parking in the back of the home was often taken by others, which was fine since we could park in front and only had 2 car, but I could see how this might be tough during the prime beach season. Check in was a bit tough as the key was in a kickback that was very weathered and extremely difficult to open. We also arrived at night and there were no exterior lights on, making it even more difficult to get to the lockbox and fetch the key. The home was clean but the hot tub was not very clean. It was also very tough to unlock the hot tub as the padlock was rusted and full of sand. The internet was also not working and per the instructions from Vacasa, we had to call the provider directly to troubleshoot and schedule a fix. Luckily they were able to come out relatively quickly and fix the cable/internet, which apparently had been cut a few days before we arrived. Overall it was a nice getaway, but the small but important details were missed for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming!
It was a really lovely property with a lot of charm and sweet features. Gas grill was in great shape, the hot tub was clean, and there was something for each of us to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Annie R.

Premium price for a so-so property.
The location of this property is by far the best thing about it, a block from the beautiful Rockaway beach, and right across the street from Flamingo Jims and other shops. I was hoping for a relaxing and lazy time at the beach, however, when we arrived, the hot tub had a blue ring of gunk around it. There was also a used bar of soap in the shower, it made me question if it was cleaned before our arrival. The property manager was quick to send someone out to clean the hot tub, but I hadn't planned on spending time waiting for the repair man during our visit. The only TV we could get to work after we were in for the night was the living room. Not one other TV worked for us. There were directions for trying different remotes, or this or that, and also to call if we needed further assistance. Well, we opted not to call because calling for things to work isn't my idea of a relaxing time. For the price I paid, I felt like it all should've just worked, or most things anyway. The hot tub and TV issues were inconvenient for the price we paid.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house
The tv remote downstairs was chewed up and not working property when we got there. Also no instructions on how to work the tv in the footbed- it would turn on but could t get any channels. Beds were comfy, love how close to the beach. Very spacious for a family. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
It was perfect for our family. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

charles P., Born in Tennessee but spent most of my life in Hood River

Liked: Cleanliness
great location and loved furnishings
will stay aghain
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
Good location 1 block from the beach and close to shops. House is nicely decorated and has all of the essentials.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Alicia

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Love the kitchen, the beds, how close the beach is. Not happy that they called the day we were to be there to tell me the hot tub not working.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheri Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
I love this cottage!
This is a great property. My sister's and I had a great time and we were very comfortable in the home. I loved how close it was to the beach. The rates are very reasonable, the kitchen is well stocked. Overall a great place to vacation. Thanks for letting us stay in your beautiful home!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Lora M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were looking forward to the hot tub. It didn't heat up at all.
The area was great, quiet neighborhood. The house was cozy. There was no issues besides the hot tub. (We were really excited to hang out that evening in the hot tub and relax,so we were very disappointed)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach getaway
We had a great time in this rental! With two families, one with twins and one only child, all 6 years old and four parents it was great!! Recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

4/10 Poor

Galvin H.

Stay was okay :(
The communication with property management team was horrible the hot tub didn’t heat up. Management never answers the phone to address these concerns very disappointed. We loved the house though
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Beach House
The house was well equipped for a family beach vacation. The decor was so cute and really matched the charm of the property. We also loved the close proximity to town and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd G.

Good stay
We enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Mini Vacation Spot
We rented out the cottage for 3 nights and couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay. It was so cozy, the amenities were amazing. Super close walk to the beach! Would recommend to friends and family for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
The house is well equipped with kitchen items and it is so well decorated. Just being honest the neighbors to the right as you go out the back door did not make me comfortable to go outside to have our fire. But, your house is amazing and so close to the beach. Thanks again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nichole M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely beach cottage,1 block to the beach
Loved this home! Very clean and well stocked. Plenty of lounging and sleeping space. We look forward to the next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Luisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice rustic home
Our family enjoyed this little rustic get away. The hot tub was a hit on cold nights. The access to the beach was quick and easy. Kitchen was clean and had great appliances. We did feel it was smaller than it appeared in the photos but it met our needs well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Glenn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
Nice location. Extremely well equipped. Beds were fantastic. Would recommend reconfiguration of hearth. Four of the six renters tripped on it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maura A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful beach cottage
We absolutely loved staying here. The house was clean, the beds were so comfortable, and it was one minute from the beach. The hot tub was fabulous as well. The only problem we had was the door locks. All of the deadbolts were pretty difficult to turn. We would certainly come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Time
We loved the house, all the space and the fenced in yard was perfect! Decorated very beachy loved it. Kitchen was roomy and stocked with everything we needed , thanks for the movie selection . We will be going back🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021