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Experience Blown Glass Treasures on your Lincoln City Oregon Beach Vacation

As winter comes, leave the snow behind, and stay in beach rentals in Lincoln City, Oregon.

Not only are the many vacation rentals near Lincoln City, Oregon far from snow and bitter cold winds, but with all the things to do in Lincoln City, Oregon you’ll have a fun winter.

For instance, Lincoln City, Oregon is known for its many glass artisans. Glass artists up and down our little piece of Oregon coast blow and twist and mold some of the most exquisite and fascinating glass creations.

If you take a stroll along the seven miles of sandy beach you just might stumble upon one. Through the ongoing Finders Keepers program, nearby glass artisans leave beautifully decorated glass orbs in hidden spots all along the beach. As the name implies, whoever finds one gets to keep it! Take it back to your beach home rental near Lincoln City, Oregon and then take it home!

But for those who wish to be more intentional about their glass treasure, our glass artisans have shops where they sell their wares. Go in and find your favorite.

Or, for even more direct involvement, many artisans offer demonstrations, and even classes in glass blowing. Go and watch how those lovely vases, animals, decor pieces of various sorts, paperweights, and so many other items, are made. If you like, sign up to make your own!

Staying at any of the amazing Oregon coast vacation rentals will make your trip a memorable one by itself. When you go home with a glass item that you made yourself, well, that’s a memory you’ll be able to hold forever. What a unique souvenir!

One great advantage to all these glass-blowing establishments and the classes they offer is the warmth. Glass requires a lot of heat to form it into those treasured keepsakes. If the temperatures dip into the 40s — the coldest it ever really gets around here — you’ll be nice and cozy in your glass making class.

Then, once you’re finished, you can take advantage of any of the great restaurants in Lincoln City, Oregon for a delicious meal.

Really, if you don’t mind a little rain — nothing an umbrella or water-repellant coat can’t handle — Lincoln City, Oregon is the perfect place to spend some time during the winter months.

Escape the cold. Avoid the snow. Make a glass keepsake that you will treasure forever. Come to Lincoln City, Oregon, and stay in one of our many beach condo rentals.

Book your stay today and come to Lincoln City this winter!

Book Your Stay for Spooky Halloween time in Lincoln City

Halloween is coming soon, and that’s a great reason to stay at our Oregon beach house rentals. Lincoln City offers many events that will keep you in that spooky spirit for this most haunted to seasons.

Among the things to do in Lincoln City, Oregon around Halloween are all-out parties with costume contests and ghoulish ghostly tours of the Taft district, the oldest part of Lincoln City. All of it is an easy drive from all vacation rentals near Lincoln City, Oregon.

The Haunted Taft ghost tour takes about 90 minutes and covers a little over one mile of walking. Along the way, you’ll hear about some of the haunted history of Lincoln City and visit the sites where the spirits remain.

The weekend before Halloween features the Halloween Extravaganza, a dance party with a costume competition at Vin & Bräu. Dance away the evening to live music before returning to your cozy, clean Oregon vacation rental for a good night of sleep.

Stop by one of our excellent candy shops to see what special Halloween-themed sweets they’ve concocted. Maybe get some to take home with you.

Our world-class glass blowers will have special Halloween-themed items available — and who knows? maybe you’ll come upon one on the beach that you’ll be able to keep!

Local restaurants, candy shops, bakeries, breweries, cafes, and artisans will put on their spookiest face and make your Halloween stay in the area one to remember.

Then when trick-or-treat comes around, take the kids around to the neighborhood around your beach home rental. Oregon residents love sharing the festive spirit of the event.

Lincoln City, Oregon really is a great place to visit year-round, but holiday seasons are especially special. Our local businesses go all-out to make everyone feel welcome and to get into the spirit of the season. Also, our seven miles of sandy beach make a great place to stroll along to unwind, relax, and let your worries drift away with the tide.

So, make your plans and book your lodging in Lincoln City, Oregon for late October. You’ll make memories for yourself and your family that will last a lifetime. 

Five Reasons to take a Beach Vacation in Lincoln City, Oregon this Fall

Fall may be the best time of year to stay at beach rentals in Lincoln City, Oregon. Here are five reasons why you want to set aside some time this fall and make your way to Oregon oceanfront property near Lincoln City, Oregon.

  1. Smaller crowds. Most people come out in the summer when the weather is warmest, and the days are longest. But in the fall, the water is at its warmest, and, except for the days around the twice-yearly Kite Festival, the crowds are smaller. The seven miles of sandy beaches along Lincoln City are much less populated this time of year, so you have more time just you, the sound of the surf, and the gentle wind on your face.

  2. Whale watching. Fall is the time for the gray whales to make their way south to warmer climates. Some vacation rentals near Lincoln City, Oregon have a view of the ocean, so the patient vacationer may spy some whales breaching from the comfort of their living room or deck. But even those without such a view can find higher ground around Lincoln City where they can sit for a while and watch nature go by.

  3. Kite Festival. Every fall thousands of kite aficionados come together in Lincoln City for the Kite Festival. Professional kite fliers put on a series of shows and demonstrations over two days, entertaining thousands of tourists, and fellow kite fanatics. If you’re a fan of kites make sure you find out the dates and book your lodging in Lincoln City, Oregon well in advance, because spaces will fill up!

  4. Finders Keepers. Fewer people on the beach means your odds are better to find a unique glass orb hidden on the beach. Finders Keepers is a year-round program where local glass artisans make unique glass orbs and hide them along the coast. Staying at beach condo rentals near Lincoln City, Oregon is a great way to be the first ones on the beach. Those who come out in the fall have an even better chance to find one of these treasures.

  5. Beer and wine tastings. With the air getting a little crisper, our local breweries release their Octoberfest brews and other cold-weather brews. Stop by for a tasting or get some to take back to whichever of our many excellent beach home rentals you book.

There are so many things to do in Lincoln City, Oregon that any time of year is a good time to come out. But the fall just may be the best time. Don’t delay! Book one of our clean, comfortable Oregon beach house rentals today!

Brilliant Waterfalls Near Lincoln City Oregon Beach Rentals

If you like to visit awesome, breathtaking waterfalls, stay in one of our vacation rentals. Lincoln City, Oregon, situated along the Oregon coast, is near to several lovely, inspiring waterfalls.

Of course, if waterfalls are nearby, that usually means great hiking trails, beautiful wildlife, and plant life, maybe a swimming hole, and so much more. Oregon coast vacation rentals are near it all.

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Those who stay in vacation rentals near Lincoln City, Oregon probably already knows about the seven miles of sandy beach, plus the great selection of restaurants and other things to do in Lincoln City, Oregon. But for those who desire a drive up into the hills to see some breathtaking sites, we’ve got that covered also.

Just a short drive from your Lincoln City, Oregon vacation rentals you’ll find the Drift Creek Trail. Drift Creek Trail is an easy hike, with a tremendous payoff. The Drift Creek Falls plunges 66 feet. Visitors get magnificent views of it from a 240-foot-long suspension bridge that crosses the lower Drift Creek below the Falls.

Just north of town, and near Lincoln City, Oregon lodgings is Chitwood Falls. The trail to view this waterfall is not long, but it is closed to traffic between January and July, so plan accordingly. The path which takes visitors to Chitwood Falls also affords visitors a great view of the Pacific Ocean, and a nice place to sit and relax.

Valsetz Falls is for the more experienced and adventurous explorer staying at Oregon beach vacation rentals. The path to view Valsetz Falls is far more rugged, taking the hiker through the beautiful, wooded land east of Lincoln City. Valsetz Falls is one of a few on the Siletz River as it works its way to the Pacific.

Those who dare the trek to Valsetz Falls would also be prepared for similar treks to Euchre Falls, and Doris Falls which offer similar experiences.

But perhaps the most spectacular waterfall nearby beach rentals near in Lincoln City, Oregon is the 319-foot cascade at Munson Creek State Park. This is the tallest waterfall in the Oregon coast range. Parking is available nearby, giving visitors only one quarter mile to walk, and that walk is accessible to all levels of hiker.

So, no matter what your level of hiking prowess may be, and how adventurous you are, Oregon has waterfall viewing experiences to suit your fancy.

Book your stay in any of our many Oregon vacation homes today and find your peaceful place where the water comes tumbling down.

Beat the Heat in Oregon Beach House Rentals

Chances are, wherever you live in the U.S. the summer months are warmer than they are at Oregon beach vacation rentals. Lincoln City, Oregon has some of the most predictable, temperate weather in the entire United States.

This makes a vacation at Oregon beach home rentals one of the surest things in the entire country.

When it is well into the triple digits and dry in Phoenix, beach vacation rentals in Lincoln City Oregon are experiencing a comfortable 75 degrees.

When Washington DC, Atlanta, Georgia, Miami, Florida, and the Gulf Coast are during 90-plus degree heat with humidity you can cut with a knife, beach condo rentals near Lincoln City, Oregon are a comfortable 75 degrees, tops.

The other best part is that Oregon coast vacation rentals don’t experience terrible humidity, either.

So, a vacation to the Oregon coast is one of the best ways to beat the heat no matter where you are in the U.S.

Plus, there are lots of great things to do in Lincoln City, Oregon. The natural beauty and natural resources of the region present many opportunities for outdoor activities. Go hiking, fishing, kayaking, or charter a boat to go whale watching.

Don’t worry about the heat and humidity making the experience unpleasant — there isn’t enough of either to make a difference!

Other reasons to book your stay in Lincoln City, Oregon lodgings include the frequent kite extravaganzas on the beach. The coastal breezes present perfect kite flying conditions, and people from all over the world come to take advantage.

Or you can find a treasure while strolling along our seven miles of sandy beaches. Local glass artisans take part in a program called “Finders Keepers,” where they leave unique glass orbs, called “floats,” in semi-hidden places along the beach. Whoever finds them can keep them!

Plus, with our local museums, farmers markets, craftsmen, and arts scene, we always have something going on in town. Live music, theatrical performances, indie movies are just a few of the cultural opportunities that await.

When it comes time for food, seafood, naturally, is in abundance, and it is excellent. But our local food scene caters to all appetites and tastes. Many restaurants provide outdoor seating with excellent views.

Again: sitting outside is not a problem, because the heat and humidity are never a problem.

So, whatever your plans are for vacation this year, if they don’t include staying at beach rentals on the Oregon coast, cancel them and book your stay today. Book online or call us to find your dream home-away-from-home in a place where the temperature is never too high nor too low, and humidity is never a worry.

The Unclear Roots of Oregon

One thing is certain: you’ll not find better accommodations than our Oregon beach vacation rentals. Lincoln City, Oregon boasts many types of lodging. Some have a breathtaking ocean view, while others offer views of the majestic mountains to the east. Regardless of the view, or the size, or the location, beach house rentals in Lincoln City, Oregon give you exactly what you’re looking for.

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The name of Oregon, however, is less certain. Maybe when you stay in Oregon oceanfront properties you can look up the real story behind the name of our fair state.

Some say the name comes from the Spanish word orejón. In the 16th century, Oregon was part of the Viceroyalty of New Spain, and Spanish explorers baed in the Philippines were mapping the region. Orejón means “big ear,” however, so how that became associated with the land now known as Oregon is not clear. We’ll listen for other suggestions, so to speak.

Another theory you can investigate from the comfort of Lincoln City, Oregon beach rentals, comes from French. In the 18th century, an English explorer referred to the river in the west known as “Ouragon.” “Ouragon” is a French term meaning “windstorm” or “hurricane.” By this point in time the French had gained a foothold in Canada and the Pacific northwest, so their term came to apply to the region. The reference to a “windstorm” likely meant the powerful Chinook winds that make kite flying so popular in the region.

One other theory comes from Portuguese. Ouve a água means “hear the waters.” A Portuguese explorer in the region used the phrase in writing home after experiencing the waterfalls and swift rivers of the region. Some speculate that the words became crunched together to become “Oregon.”

But the most likely origin of “Oregon” is a mapmaker’s typographical error. In the early 18th century, a French mapmaker ran out of room when writing the Native name of the Wisconsin River, “Ouisiconsink,” and so the “-sink” part went onto the lower line. The upper line, “Ousicon,” became confused for the name of the Columbia River, and “Ouisicon” eventually became “Oregon.”

No one is clear where the word “Oregon” comes from, but it doesn’t matter much nowadays. When you stay in beach condo rentals near Lincoln City, Oregon, you’ll come to think that “Oregon” means “a great place to vacation” and you’ll want to come back time and again.

Book your stay at Lincoln City, Oregon lodgings soon to experience what people have known for centuries: Oregon is a great place to be.

Family Vacations at Oregon Beach Rentals

Bring the whole family to your favorite Oregon beach rental. Lincoln City, Oregon absolutely bursts with things for kids to do. Perhaps your family pursues outdoor adventures. Maybe you’re all interested in artistic experiences, flying kites, or searching for treasures. Or maybe you’re all more suited to indoor activities. There are many things to do in Lincoln City, Oregon.

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And regardless of what your pleasure is, beach house rentals in Lincoln City, Oregon are the perfect “home base” for your experience.

Just a short drive from any of the comfortable, clean beach condo rentals in Lincoln City, Oregon is hiking trails and water activities at Devil’s Lake. Go kayaking with the kids. Bring along the picnic basket and charcoal and have a cookout on the lakeside. If you like to wet a line, you can get your license and fish from the shore or from a rented boat.

The natural beauty of the area will itself be a source of wonder and entertainment for the whole family.

Along the ocean, Lincoln City boasts seven miles of uninterrupted sandy beaches. Stroll along as the kids run from here to there. Seashells can be found, along with other more interesting treasures — the glass orbs left by local artisans.

Finders Keepers is a year-round program that sees local glass artisans produce beautiful, unique glass orbs and leave them to be found. Whoever finds them can keep them! All the artisans ask is that each treasure seeker only keeps one per year, and that they go to the Finders Keepers website and register their find. That’s it! The orb is free!

Or you can fly a kite! Lincoln City, Oregon has fantastic kite flying conditions, and twice each year kite enthusiasts from all over come to Lincoln City for a high-flying festival. All of this is just a short drive from any of the many Lincoln City, Oregon oceanfront properties.

Lincoln City also has museums, indoor entertainment — you can make your own glass creation — and a wide array of excellent restaurants. Seafood, naturally, is a local specialty. Salmon, crab, and mussels, among other fish, come from nearby. Other cuisines also bring a smile to diners’ faces. We have excellent Asian, Mexican, Southwest, and good old American options — everything your family might be looking for.

And the weather never gets too hot or too cold. The Pacific northwest remains a comfortable temperature year-round, making packing a bit more predictable, and sunburns less likely.

So, what are you waiting for? Plan your next family vacation at beach home rentals in Lincoln City, Oregon. You’ll find a place with wonders and diversions for the whole family.

Best Places to go for a Run when on Vacation in Lincoln City Oregon

Vacation isn’t just about lazing around, even in clean, comfortable Oregon beach vacation rentals. Lincoln City certainly has lots of reasons to just sit back and relax. Take in the spectacular ocean views — maybe from the deck of great beach condo rentals. Lincoln City, Oregon has great whale watching also.

Or go to a state park and relax in nature. Sample the local restaurants near your beach home rentals and choose a favorite. Stroll along the beach and maybe find a Finders Keepers glass float. Take advantage of the concerts, performances, and other things to do in Lincoln City, Oregon.

But sometimes you may just have a need to be more active. Sometimes you just need to move. You need to keep up the exercise routine, not because it’s a job, but because it’s part of who you are. You need to keep active to keep the mind clear and the body healthy.

Well, Oregon beach house rentals near Lincoln City can provide for you, too!

Whether your preference is for a good hike, or even a run along a trail, you’ll find something that meets your needs.

And the sheer beauty of the nature all around Lincoln City, Oregon will assure you of a great experience while running.

One of the great running trails is at the north edge of town. It is an out-and-back trail, and the turn-back point provides some spectacular views. This trail begins on the path to The Knoll. The Knoll is a well-known local spot to get great views of the ocean and of Lincoln City, itself. But rather than stay at The Knoll, runners continue along a path that goes through a meadow, and up the other side, to an outcropping known as God’s Thumb. The trail has some ups and downs, but nothing a seasoned runner can’t handle, and it is a total of 3.3 miles.

For those looking for a more strenuous day of running and vigorous hiking, Hart’s Cove Trail will bring the challenge. A little way north of town, Hart’s Cove begins just 17 feet above sea level, but over its nearly 14 miles out-and-back you will climb more than 2,800 feet. Naturally, that means you also will descend that same amount, but going down a steep grade can sometimes be more difficult than going up! But this trail provides everything people come to the Pacific Northwest to see lush forest, rock formations, a waterfall, spectacular views, and great running temperatures.

Of course, there are other opportunities for running — or just walking vigorously — that don’t include mud and rocks. Just a jog through the peaceful neighborhood where you find Oregon beach vacation rentals in Lincoln City, Oregon can be enough. Or a vigorous stroll along our seven miles of sandy beach can get the heart rate up.

Whatever your exercise needs, you’ll find a way to scratch that itch here. Book your stay at Lincoln City, Oregon lodging today!

Great Deals on Oregon Beach Vacation House’s for Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day weekend events mean great getaways to your favorite beach rentals. Lincoln City, Oregon offers a full weekend of events to help you celebrate this most sacred of American holidays.

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When you stay at beach condo rentals near Lincoln City, Oregon over Memorial Day weekend your only problem will be choosing which thing to do and which to miss.

Habitat for Humanity will organize a Home and Garden Show at the Chinook Winds Casino & Resort. At the Salishan Marketplace an Artisan Faire and Farmers Market will bring the best of local and regional farmers and artisans to you. Both venues are within an easy drive from Oregon coast beach rentals near Lincoln City, Oregon.

Live performances will continue continuously. Concerts at nearby venues plus a theatrical performance by Theatre West will keep you entertained and relaxed.

Naturally, the nature never disappoints all around beach home rentals. Lincoln City, Oregon has excellent weather all year for outdoor activities like hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, or cooking out at the beach.

But perhaps the best reason to book your Oregon vacation beach rentals for Memorial Day is the annual Fleet of Flowers.

This touching tribute began in 1945. A troller got caught in a nasty storm. Two local fishermen put out to attempt a rescue mission, but the waves and the storm proved too strong. Both men lost their lives while trying to save others. Ever since then, local fishermen, the local authorities, and anyone else who wishes to take part, have offered a remembrance.

The event has expanded to include not just those two heroic men, but all those lost at sea. In time the event came to take on the larger significance of Memorial Day, honoring all those who gave their lives in defense of our country and our freedoms.

Dozens of boats participate, festooned with flowers. They cross under the highway 101 bridge and put out a little way into the ocean, where they arrange themselves in a large circle. Then a military helicopter flies over and lowers a large floral wreath into the water in their midst.

This poignant memorial is a Lincoln City original. It is our little way of keeping alive the memories of those who gave all, whether at sea, land, or air.

So, book your stay at a Lincoln City, Oregon area beach house rental to spend Memorial Day Weekend in this amazing part of our amazing country.

Perfect Photo Ops Near Lincoln City Rentlas

Some of the most remarkable scenery in America can be found within a short drive from beach condo rentals in Lincoln City, Oregon.

The Pacific Northwest possesses more than its share of natural beauty, and that means scads of great opportunities for fantastic photos. While staying at Oregon beach vacation rentals near Lincoln City, Oregon, both the professional photographer and the Instagram amateur can find that perfect spot. Oregon beach rentals, naturally, have ocean views either from their front porch, or from very nearby.

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But no one will stay at their beach home rentals when in pursuit of that perfect shot. Among the things to do in Lincoln City, Oregon is to go out and find that perfect shot. A few sites are widely recognized as having the best views and the best backgrounds for photos. But the intrepid and creative photographer will always find new and amazing angles, with new lighting, that no one noticed and captured before.

A few of the best-known places for photos include The Knoll, a highpoint to the north of Lincoln City. A short drive from any of the many Lincoln City, Oregon vacation rentals, The Knoll is reached by a moderately strenuous one-mile hike, but the view is the payoff. A commanding view of Lincoln City, laid out beyond rolling, meadow-capped hills, greets the visitor, with the Pacific Ocean stretching far to the horizon. Photographers may capture gray whales breaching, or the most magical image of the sunset.

If a one-mile hike uphill isn’t in the cards for you, you can travel from any of the beach vacation rentals near Lincoln City, Oregon to visit tree-lined Siletz Bay. Formerly a busy port for the lumber industry, Siletz Bay now provides a haven for fishermen, picnickers, campers, kayakers, and, of course, photographers. The trees, the waters, the hills and mountains in the distance, and the array of activities undertaken by pleasure seekers provide a unique and always-changing backdrop for photo shoots and meditation.

The seven miles of sandy beach that separates Lincoln City from the Pacific Ocean presents a predictable, but lovely, setting for photos. Find shells, glass floats, unique pieces of driftwood, or capture the sunset as no one has seen it before. Let your imagination and quick eye craft the perfect photo as you stroll along the beach.

Let’s be frank: Lincoln City, Oregon photography is a never ending wonder. No matter where you choose to bring your camera and artistic eye, you will find great settings and great shots. The bigger problem you will have will be choosing which one to focus on!

Book your stay at any of Lincoln City, Oregon’s beach house rentals to start your Pacific Northwest photography experience soon!