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How to Make the Most of Your Holiday on the Oregon Coast

With a host of cozy beach house rentals to call home for the holidays, Lincoln City is an idyllic place to get away for Christmas on the Central Oregon Coast. There’s also plenty to do on the coast this time of year. Whether you are looking for a fun and festive time, or just want some time away from the hustle and bustle to unwind, you can have it your way in this charming seaside town that boasts 7½ miles of majestic beaches. Here are a few of our top picks for holiday activities to get you in the spirit this season in Lincoln City.

Happy New Year Special!
Guests receive a 3rd night free on bookings made from
December 18th – January 31st on our Beach Houses or Condos

Artisanal Shopping Galore

There are plenty of shopping opportunities in Lincoln City, from the famous outlet shops to the numerous locally owned businesses peppered around Highway 101. If you want to find some of Oregon’s best vendors all in one place, though, you won’t want to miss the Artisan Faire that takes place at Salishan Marketplace every Friday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. You’ll find an assortment of handmade goods and unique crafts that make perfect gifts this time of year. Upcoming faire dates include Friday, December 20 and Friday, December 27. Why not book one of our beach condo rentals and make a weekend of it?

Family Fun with the North Pole Express

The North Pole Express has set up shop at Chinook Winds Play Palace this December. For $17.95 per person, you can take a magical journey to the North Pole with singing, cookies, hot cocoa, visits with Santa Claus, and all sorts of fun for the little ones. There will be a family night on Friday, December 20 from 5:45 PM to 8:00 PM and a final matinee (for children ages 3-11 only) on Saturday, December 21 from 12:45 PM to 3:00 PM.

Winter Solstice Celebrations

The winter solstice takes place this December 21, and the Central Oregon Coast is a beautiful place to enjoy Mother Nature as the season turns. To mark the occasion, Lincoln City’s Driftwood Public Library will be holding a winter solstice celebration on Friday, December 20 with poetry, music, and yummy cookies starting at 6:30 PM. Marci’s Bar & Bistro on Northwest Highway 101 will also be holding a formal winter solstice soiree on Saturday, December 21 at 6:00 PM. Book your reservations in advance if you want to enjoy a unique storytelling event along with your three-course dinner, which will be followed by music and dancing.

Celebrate Christmas Eve with Song

This Christmas Eve, the Lincoln City Cultural Center will host Winter Glow: A Christmas Eve Celebration Song sponsored by the First Baptist Church of Lincoln City. The evening of music will begin at 6:30 PM with the band Cross Generation, followed by the mother-daughter duo Strawberry Charlotte and a bells performance by The Beard Family Bells. There will be plenty of opportunities for the crowd to join in as well.

Christmas Meals for a Stress-Free Day

While guests can always cook up a storm in the gourmet kitchens that come standard in A1’s beach vacation rentals, Oregon is also a great state to dine out – even on Christmas Day. You can enjoy the bounty of Oregonian produce at the Christmas Day Brunch at MIST @Surftides from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Buffet Christmas Dinner at Siletz Bay Buffet in Chinook Winds Casino Resort from 11 AM to 9 PM, Christmas Day Buffet at Fathoms (in the Inn at Spanish Head) from noon to 7:00 PM, Christmas Dinner at the Rogue River Steakhouse in Chinook Winds Casino Resort from noon to 9:00 PM, Christmas Dinner at Chinook’s Seafood Grill from noon to 9:00 PM, or the Christmas Dinner at Maxwell’s Restaurant & Lounge starting at 1:00 PM.

Lincoln City, Oregon is a magical place year-round, but this beautiful part of the world really comes to life during the Christmas season. So, book your beach house rentals today and enjoy the holidays on the Central Oregon Coast!

November Special Makes Nantucket Beach Rental a Bargain

There’s never been a better time to book one of those fabulous beach house rentals Lincoln City, Oregon is known for. With A1 Beach Rentals’ generous November Special, you can book Nantucket – a quaint one-bedroom/one-bathroom beach house built in 1927 – starting at only $99 per night. With one of the best beach vacation rentals Lincoln City has to offer available for such a great price, you can forget your worries and get away to the Central Oregon Coast without breaking the bank. It’s the perfect rental with a view for two. Keep reading to learn more about this unbelievable November Special!

November Special! Book Nantucket A quaint
1927 beach home with hot tub starting at $99 Per Night

A Vacation House to Remember

This charming home features original wainscoting walls, white trim, and French doors opening to a beautiful deck. You’ll love the patio with hot tub, private yard, and beach access only one block away. You and a companion can also walk up to a second observation deck with comfortable chairs and a partial view of the ocean, making it the perfect space for sunbathing or sunset viewing. If the weather outside is frightful, you’ll also appreciate the comfortable bedding, cozy furniture, and wood fireplace. You can entertain yourselves with a stereo system, cable television, DVD player, VCR, classic VHS movies, and WIFI throughout the property. Then there’s the full kitchen that boasts everything you need to prepare gourmet meals including a refrigerator, oven, stove, microwave, crock pot, coffee maker, toaster, cookware, and utensils. The home also features a washer and dryer, bathroom with shower, and fresh linens and towels

Don’t Forget the Beach Access!

The Central Oregon Coast is dotted with beach condo rentals. Lincoln City might just be the perfect point to situate yourself on this coast, due to its 7 ½ miles of pristine beaches. And the Nantucket might just be one of the most ideally located vacation rentals of them all, considering that beach access is only one block away. Within minutes you can be enjoying any number of different activities depending on the weather. Some popular pastimes include beachcombing, biking, boating, boogie boarding, kite-flying, nature-walking, picnicking, storm-chasing, sun-worshipping, surfing, whale-watching, and wildlife viewing. The Nantucket is also only a short drive away from world-renowned crabbing in Siletz Bay or deep-sea fishing in Depoe Bay, as well as a host of nearby hiking trails.   

Everything Else You Need for a Perfect Getaway

You’ll find virtually endless ways to keep yourself busy and happy if you decide to take advantage of A1 Beach Rentals’ November Special on the Nantucket beach rental. Chinook Winds Casino is nearby with its golf course, entertainment venues, restaurants, and bars. Salishan Resort is also only a short drive away with a spa, golf course, dining, and shopping. The Lincoln City Outlets are another attraction for shopaholics, and those who prefer a bit of culture might be drawn to the community stage at Theatre West of Lincoln City. Other nearby services, amenities, and venues include:

  • art galleries
  • community center, library, playground, skatepark, and other public spaces
  • craft stores and gift shops
  • culinary center and cultural center
  • fitness center
  • glass blowing studio in Taft
  • grocery store, post office, ATM, etc.
  • medical services
  • miniature golf
  • movie theatre
  • museums
  • restaurants

Whether you’re thinking of getting away for a romantic weekend for two, a solo adventure, or a fun few days with one of your favorite people, Nantucket is for you. Book now to take advantage of this November Special and start packing your bags!

October Special on Huge Beach Front Lodge and Loft Located in Lincoln City, OR

If you’re shopping around for group-getaway-ready beach house rentals, Lincoln City Oregon could just be your dream destination this October. For the rest of the month, A1 Beach Rentals is offering $50 off weekend bookings and $25 off weekday bookings when you and your loved ones choose the Beach Front Lodge and Loft, making it an excellent time to indulge. This property can sleep as many as 16 people comfortably, which also makes it the perfect choice for a reunion or just a little time away with the gang. And with 7½ miles of gorgeous beaches at your doorstep, a world-class casino and entertainment venues, a rich arts and culture scene, and countless ways to enjoy Mother Nature, Lincoln City truly is a wonderland. You’re sure to be tempted once you read more about this magnificent beach house rental.

October Special! Save $50 on your weekend stay or $25 for a weekday
when you book Beach Front Lodge and Loft

Newly Remodeled and Ready for Renters

When visiting the Central Oregon Coast this fall, you might find that there is no shortage of beach vacation rentals. Lincoln City alone offers many rental options to choose from. Not all vacation homes are created equal, though, especially when compared to the Beach Front Lodge and Loft. This oceanfront property offers wraparound views from floor-to-ceiling windows in the living spaces, a private viewing deck, a private grassy yard perfect for playing croquet or barbequing, a giant media room with 75-inch TV, and family room with games for all ages. The five bedrooms in this lodge-style home can sleep as many as 16 people and include a master bedroom with a king-sized bed and a twin bedroom with foosball. The gourmet kitchen has everything you need to feed an army, but there is also a kitchenette in the upper family room. Everyone is sure to enjoy the gazebo, cigar house, and Adirondack chairs for outdoor lounging, but if the weather outside is ghastly then you and your loved ones can enjoy the large stone mantel with gas fireplace while the kids might enjoy the secret attic and window boxes.

Property Features Galore

In addition to the property features described above, you will also enjoy the following comforts and conveniences at the Beach Front Lodge and Loft:

  • Media and family rooms include cable television, CD player, DVD player, flat screen TV, foosball table, kids’ games, and more.
  • Full kitchen includes a gas grill, stove, oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, blender, coffeemaker, cookware, crockpot, toaster, and utensils.
  • Additional features include a modern shower and bathtub, separate bathroom in the master suite, Wi-Fi throughout the property, washer and dryer, linens, ironing board, and parking for as many as six cars.

Nearby Attractions to Make Your Trip

The beach is probably the biggest local attraction with opportunities for beach walking, beachcombing, boating, kite flying, lighthouse visiting, whale-watching, and more. The Beach Front Lodge and Loft offers easy access to tide-pooling from right outside the front of the house, but it’s also only a short drive for crabbing at Siletz Bay and deep-sea fishing at Depoe Bay. After driving 20 miles south, you will also find the famous Newport Aquarium. Other nearby natural wonders include rivers, hiking trails, biking trails, and a playground for the kids. You could do nothing but enjoy nature while visiting Lincoln City and leave very happy, but there are many additional attractions and local services to make your stay picture perfect:  

  • Chinook Winds Casino, golf courses, miniature golf, and a movie theatre are all nearby.
  • An area fitness center and community center offer swimming and much more.
  • Local library, museums, theatre, art galleries, culinary center, and sightseeing are nearby.
  • You’ll find craft shopping, outlet shopping, and numerous gift and arts/crafts shops.
  • There is a wide variety of restaurants, bars, breweries, and cafes in the area.
  • The property is also close to gas stations, mini marts, grocery stores, ATM, FedEx, post office, and medical services.

The Central Oregon Coast is home to a variety of beach houses and beach condo rentals. Lincoln City in particular is home to one of the biggest, most luxurious, and most charming of them all. The Beach Front Lodge and Loft is perfect for large families, groups of families, reunions, groups of friends, and groups of couples. If you have a big trip planned this October, it’s the perfect place for the whole gang at a great price. Book today to make sure you enjoy these savings on this magnificent property.

Finish Summer Strong on the Oregon Coast

Summer may be almost over, but with plenty of sun and beach vacation rentals, Lincoln City is still a vacation wonderland for those looking to get away. The weather forecast is pleasant with temperatures in the 70s for at least the next couple of weeks and kids are going back to school. There are still plenty of activities for grownups to enjoy during the week, though, and fun for all ages on the weekends. It might just be the perfect time to book one of A1’s fabulous beach house rentals. Lincoln City, Oregon is offering up a variety of options to finish summer strong and enjoy a little time away before the fall.

Book any open dates in August 2019 and save $125 per night at Pirates Lookout. A vintage Cape Cod home on the ocean, it offers a 180 degree view! Wifi, hot tub included.

Eat, Drink, and Be Merry

Enjoying local food and drink is one of the top reasons why visitors flock to our summer homes and beach condo rentals. Lincoln City offers a virtual cornucopia of regional produce to enjoy, from sumptuous seafood to beer and wine to seasonal fruit and vegetables. There are many ways to enjoy this bounty, starting with the city’s wonderful outdoor Farmer’s Market that runs nearly every Sunday from 9 AM – 3 PM at the Lincoln City Cultural Center. If you want a more hands-on experience, you may prefer a demonstration followed by a meal at the Culinary Center in Lincoln City. August 17’s Slow and Smoky Demo Class, for example, features a menu of cornbread, Panzanella salad, smoked beef brisket, two different BBQ rubs, peach bourbon BBQ sauce, sweet & spicy BBQ sauce, coleslaw, and strawberry shortcake on homemade biscuits. Or, perhaps you might prefer focusing on the libations with a side of scandal at Lincoln City’s Gin & Sin Tour on Aug 23 starting at 8 PM, where you’ll visit three watering holes (with a designated driver) to meet the proprietors and hear some sinful stories form the city’s past while enjoying perfectly paired cocktails.

Summer Morning Matinees

Lincoln City’s Bijou Theater is known for its Saturday Morning Matinees, where classic films are screened in a classic theater for a low price every Saturday morning. During the summer months, this weekly event changes to the Summer Morning Matinee with additional dates to suit summer vacationers while school’s out. This summer season is wrapping up with The Lost Boys (1987) on August 17 at 11 AM & 10 PM and August 19 & 20 at 11 AM; The Secret of Nimh (1982) on August 24, 26 & 29 at 11 AM; and Annie (1982) on August 31 and September 2 at 11 AM. All shows are only $3.

Get to Know the Great Outdoors

If you’re in Lincoln City, you simply have to go to the beach. It’s what the city’s known for. If you want to get to know the Great Outdoors and learn more about the local culture, though, you’ll want to dig a little bit deeper. For instance, Finders Keepers on the Beach is a part of the Lincoln City culture where “float fairies” hide colorful glass orbs along the beach during designated times in a nod to the glass floats that once washed ashore from Japanese fishing ships. Now visitors have a chance to find their own glass float made by local artisans throughout the year. From now until October 12, you’ll have your chance to search above the high tide line during daylight hours for your very own float that you can register for a Certificate of Authenticity. Informative clinics, such as the upcoming free Crabbing Clinic on August 28 at the SW 51st Street Pavilion at 3:30 PM, are also a great way to get to know the outdoors in this area. The August 28 clinic will start with a brief orientation followed by crabbing on Siletz Bay. Now, the question is, what are you waiting for? Book your beach house rentals today and enjoy your stay in Lincoln City, Oregon.

Earth Day and Easter Celebrations Abound in Lincoln City

Spring is in the air and there are still a few beach condo rentals available in Lincoln City, Oregon if you’re hoping to make the most of this Earth Day and Easter Weekend! Properties such as the one-bedroom ‘Nantucket’, two-bedroom RSS Royal Pacific, and three-bedroom ‘Seamist’ are sure to be booked before the weekend is up, though. With so much going on in and around Lincoln City, and a beautiful 7½ mile stretch of coastline to explore, what are you waiting for? Book your beach house rentals today and get out of town this weekend! Here’s a small taste of the fun you’ll find in Lincoln City for Easter and Earth Day.

With some of the best beach vacation rentals Oregon has to offer, the city’s 7½ miles of beautiful beaches are always waiting for you.

Starting on Friday, April 19th, Lincoln City’s neighborhoods will be bustling with the Great Oregon Coast Garage Sale. There will be roughly 100 different garage sales throughout the area on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday – a picker’s paradise! This weekend is also a great time to explore the beach in hopes of finding your own colorful glass float, as there will be a special drop of 20 glass floats on Saturday, April 20th. This special drop is part of the 20 Years of Finders Keepers celebration and the floats represent the new ‘Explore Lincoln City’ branding. In addition, there will be 50 glass globes hidden along Lincoln City’s public beaches between April 20th and 22nd as part of a Special Glass Drop in Celebration of Earth Day. If you’re not lucky enough to find your own float on the beach, though, you can pick up an exclusive float by artist Ro Purser at the opening of the ‘American Made Glass Fishing Float Exhibit’ at North Lincoln County Historical Museum from 11am-3pm on the 20th.  

If cooking is more your thing, book your place now for Saturday’s Hands-on Balkans Cooking Class from 11am-2pm at Lincoln City’s Culinary Center. Explore the food traditions of Bosnia, Croatia, and Serbia with a delicious meal at the end for only $75 per person. Dog lovers will also be well-served this Saturday, April 20th with DOGgone Crazy Day at the Lincoln City Cultural Center. From 11am-5pm you’ll find everything from games and agility obstacles to trainers and K9 units to booths and pets up for adoptions from the Lincoln County Animal Shelter.

If you’re planning on taking the family out for some Easter fun, start with Lincoln City Kiwanis Club’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Regatta Grounds Park starting at noon on Saturday, April 20th. And if you don’t feel like cooking your own Easter meal, Marci’s Bar & Bistro will be serving Easter Brunch with Cosmic Strings as musical accompaniment from noon to 3pm. There’s Easter fun just for grownups as well, including the EGGcentric Adult Science Night presented by the Driftwood Library at Black Squid Beer House. This 21+ event starts at 4pm on Easter Sunday and will teach you about chemical reactions and osmosis – all using eggs! And if you’re still in town on Easter Monday, make sure to stop by the Tide Pool Clinic at 9:30am at the Northwest 15th Street Beach Access area. A local expert will be on hand to teach beachgoers about all the fascinating creatures living in these pools, free of charge.

Of course, you never need any special reason to visit Lincoln City. With some of the best beach vacation rentals Oregon has to offer, the city’s 7½ miles of beautiful beaches are always waiting for you. This stretch of coastline is especially brilliant in the springtime, though, so why not make this Earth Day and Easter Weekend your time to get away from it all!

Get to Lincoln City in Time for Beachcombing Season

With some of the state’s best seaside attractions and beach house rentals, Lincoln City, Oregon is known for its 7½ miles of beautiful beaches that attract visitors throughout the year. This is why it’s the perfect setting for Laura Joki’s beachcombing clinics that started in January of this year and are wrapping up at the end of April. If you want to catch one of these fun and free beachcombing clinics while they last, or if you’re just looking for an excuse to get away from it all, it’s about time to book your beach vacation rentals! Lincoln City is waiting to show you all the treasures that its beaches hold.

When to Visit and What to Expect

This year’s season of weekly beachcombing clinics started on New Year’s Day, and there are only four sessions left in 2019. Weather permitting, these clinics will take place at the SW 33rd Street beach access point on the following dates and times:

  • Saturday, April 13 at 11:00 a.m.
  • Wednesday, April 17 at 3:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, April 27 at 11:00 a.m.

The clinics each begin with a short orientation followed by a walk along the beach with stops to guide you through the process of hunting for seaside treasures such as gemstones, fossils, agates, shells, rocks, minerals, jasper, and petrified wood. Beachcombers are advised to follow strict beach safety precautions, wear good outdoors shoes, and to bring a raincoat, a pair of gloves, and a sturdy container or bag for collecting all your treasures. Over the course of the two-hour clinic you are also encouraged to ask lots of questions, so that next time you go to the beach, you’ll know exactly what you’re looking for.

Gem & Jewelry Lovers Are Always Welcome

Even when the beachcombing clinic season is over, visitors can always find Laura Joki at Rock Your World, a shop in Lincoln City’s Nelscott District run by her and husband Mike Joki. They sell all sorts of rocks, gems, fossils, and handcrafted jewelry made from these and other treasures from the seaside. It’s always worth a visit even if you just want to have a chat and see what they have in their collection. If you love shopping for unique and handmade items, there are also several other jewelry shops in Lincoln City as well as art galleries, glass and pottery studios, gift shops, and other unique stores where local artisans and antique dealers sell their wares. 

Catching the end of 2019’s beachcombing clinic season is one great excuse to book one of our vacation houses or beach condo rentals. Lincoln City is always offering up fresh, new reasons to visit, from whale watching and storm watching to clamming and crabbing to kite-flying festivals and culinary cookoffs. There are also accommodations available to suit every visitor’s needs, from one-bedroom condos on the busy beachfront to secluded homes with space for an entire family reunion. And whenever you visit, Lincoln City’s 7 ½ miles of beaches are always full of treasures for you to explore.

It’s Not Too Late for New Year’s Deals on Oregon Beach House Rentals!

Oregon Beach Home Vacation Destination

A1 Beach Rentals of Lincoln City, Oregon is offering a New Year Special for all beach house rentals during the month of January. All guests who book vacation homes or beach condo rentals for at least two nights during the month of January will be treated to an extra night free of charge! That’s right – the holidays might be over, but the 2019 coastal fun has only begun. Just make sure to mention this special during the booking process if you want to take advantage of the free third night. Here are a few of the fabulous rentals you can choose from for your January stay in Lincoln City, Oregon:

Pirates Lookout
Huge oceanfront deck & hot tub overlooking the ocean, as well as beautiful
ocean views from the family room and living room. Private beach access!

Starry Night (sleeps up to 11 guests)

This 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath oceanfront home is one of our finest beach vacation rentals. Oregon and its beautiful coastline will be your playground as you enjoy the luxurious amenities, spacious floor pan, breathtaking views, and incredibly easy access to the beach at Roads End State Park. The first floor features a gourmet kitchen, pub table, dining table with seating for 10, entertainment system with multiple televisions and DVD player, gas fireplace, sleeper sofa, game room featuring a pool table and much more, and a half bathroom. The upper floor is where you’ll find four bedrooms with two king beds, one queen bed, three bunks, and four full bathrooms. There is also a beautiful deck, an outdoor hot tub, a laundry room, fresh linens, and parking for up to three cars. 

Kristy’s Cottage (sleeps up to 4 guests)

This beachfront home is one of A1’s newest listings available for rent. About a mile south of Lincoln City on Gleneden Beach you will find this 2-bedroom, 1-bath shingled cottage with the most stunning panoramic views from every angle of the window-lined great room. Whether it’s sunny or stormy outside, you will be treated to some of the most majestic sights of the Oregon coast from the comfort of plush furniture with a gas fireplace and entertainment system nearby. The rental includes a fully equipped kitchen, dining furniture, laundry room (also featuring ocean views), private courtyard, western-facing deck with wind screen, plenty of seating, two queen bedrooms on the quieter side of the property, luxury bathroom, and fresh sheets and towels.

Nantucket (sleeps 1-2 guests)

If you’re looking for a beach condo rental that’s perfect for a romantic getaway, a ‘best friends’ trip or even a solo adventure, this restored 1920s cottage just one block from the beach is it. The property is full of charm with a beautiful fireplace, comfy furniture, French doors opening onto the main deck, original wainscoting walls, and picturesque white trim. In addition to the main deck, where you will find a luxurious hot tub with ocean views, there is an observation deck with seating for two that is ideal for watching the sunset or sunbathing (when weather allows). You will also find a cozy bedroom with fresh linens, a laundry room, and a kitchen with all the amenities. And when you’re ready to get outdoors, you will find plenty of bars, cafes, restaurants, shops, and the Chinook Winds Casino Resort all nearby.

There are many more beach rentals on the Central Oregon Coast to choose from, but you will need to act fast if you want to take advantage of this deal! Contact A1 Beach Rentals today for more information and to book your stay.

Celebrate the Start of Summer in Lincoln City, Oregon

Whether you’re coming for the day or planning a longer stay in one of our beach house rentals, Lincoln City, Oregon offers plenty to do in summer. With some of the best beach vacation rentals Oregon has to offer, there’s never really a bad time to find yourself in this part of the world. Here are a few activities in case you’re still looking for some ways to fill your time in this beautiful stretch of the Central Oregon Coast as summer begins.

Closing Weekend of Finders Keepers

Visitors flock to Lincoln City between October and May each year for their chance to find one of the colorful, handcrafted glass floats “hidden” by volunteers known as float faeries along the city’s 7½ miles of coastline. While the average glass drop might only consist of a handful of floats on the beach, an additional 100 glass treasures will be dropped on the public beaches between Siletz Bay and the Roads End area over Memorial Day Weekend.

Art on the Edge Studio Showcase

The Art on the Edge Studio Showcase is essentially a tour of local artists’ studios around the Lincoln City area, so members of the public can see how these masters create their works of art. The 2nd annual installment of this eclectic and artful event kicked off on Friday, May 11th with an Opening Reception at the Chessman Gallery, and you can still check out the art until June 4th.

Live Music in Lincoln City

If you find yourself in one of our beach houses or beach condo rentals for a fun-loving weekend, why not check out some live music in Lincoln City? On May 26th at 9 PM, you can enjoy classic rock with Revolving Door at Snug Harbor Bar & Grill or classic blues and rock with Garry Meziere & Joanne Broh at Rusty Truck Brewing. On the evening of May 27th, the Memorial Day Weekend continues with Neil Young tribute band Harvest Gold at the Lincoln City Cultural Center, as well as Unplugged at Snug Harbor Bar & Grill at 8:30 PM and the electric blues of Hippie Love Slave at Rusty Truck Brewing at 8 PM. The Snug Harbor Bar & Grill will also host Curtis Interruptus at 9 PM the following Saturday, June 2nd, and Zuhg at 8:30 PM on June 3rd.

Summer Morning Matinees

The Bijou Theatre continues its Saturday Morning Cinema series on May 26th with the 1939 film “They Made Me A Criminal” at 11 AM for only $2. The classic movie stars John Garfield as a boxer on the run after being accused of murder, who finds himself at a working farm where he meets The Dead End Kids. The theatre will also host a special Memorial Day Summer Morning Matinee with the beloved 1991 animated film “An American Tail 2” at 11 AM for $2.

Lincoln City Farmers & Crafters Market

Summer Sundays in Lincoln City are made for the farmer’s and crafters market, where everything is either home-grown or hand-made by the people selling it. On May 27th, June 3rd and other upcoming Sundays, you will find the market at the Lincoln City Cultural Center from 9 AM to 3 PM.

Local Players Perform at Theatre West

Borderline Crazies is playing at Theatre West from May 31st to June 2nd with doors at 7 PM and curtains at 7:30 PM. The play takes place in and around a rustic Lake Tahoe cabin, which has been double-booked for a snowy weekend. Just as everyone is fighting over who gets to stay, a snowstorm seals everyone inside – and to make matters worse, an ax murderer is on the loose!

Free Fishing Weekend

If you love to fish and you find yourself in Lincoln City on the weekend of June 2nd and 3rd, you will definitely want to take advantage of a free fishing weekend! This is when the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife gives visitors and residents of the state an entire weekend of free fishing, crabbing and clamming with no license required.

This is just an example of how you might fill your time in Lincoln City. There is truly something for everyone, including doing nothing as you relax on the beach! However you find yourself here, just know that there are many ways to enjoy everything this coastal city has to offer.

Book Your Beach House Stay for Whale Watching Today!

With such perfect conditions this season, nature-lovers ought to book their Lincoln City beach vacation rentals today and catch the exciting whale watching down in Depoe Bay. This quaint bay on the Central Oregon coast is known as “the whale watching capital” and is only a short drive from all of our beach vacation rentals. Lincoln City and its 7½ miles of beautiful beaches and countless amenities are perfectly positioned for whale watchers heading out for their morning expeditions. Whale-watching excursions leave from Depoe Bay every day when weather permits for roughly 10 months out of the year, and spring brings clearer and calmer days to see more whales. Keep reading to learn more about the whale-watching possibilities along Oregon’s majestic coastline this spring.

Spring Brings Whales in Mid-Migration

The beautiful Pacific Gray Whale is the most commonly spotted on the Central Oregon Coast. The whale-watching season typically runs from December to October, but there are two parts of the season. From December to May, Pacific Gray Wales in the midst of their migration are constantly passing through the Oregon Coast. Most whales spotted in the spring are on the northern end of their migration path, but there are also some heading south. By mid to late May, however, you can also catch the approximately 20 “resident whales” that return every year to Depoe Bay.

Pacific Gray Whales tend to stay around Depoe Bay for extended periods when they are in the midst of their northern migration. This is because their migration is so long – all the way from the Bering Sea between Asia and North America down to Mexico’s Baja Peninsula and Sea of Cortez before heading north again. As they head down, many of the cows (female whales) are pregnant. The cows eat very little in order to reach their destination in the warm lagoons of Baja to give birth, as their calves are not born with enough blubber to survive in cold waters. On the way back up north for summer, though, the emaciated female cows will stop and stay for a while to fill up their bellies and regain their blubber in Depoe Bay.

Stay and Play after a Whale-Watching Day

Whether you choose one of our large coastal houses or cozy beach condo rentals, Lincoln City, Oregon will put you in a perfect position to see your share of migrating or resident whales. And why not extend your stay after whale-watching day? There are countless attractions that bring visitors to Lincoln City, Depoe Bay and the surrounding areas throughout the year. The coast alone can offer days of activities from long walks and pleasant picnics to kite festivals and chili cook-offs to crabbing and clamming clinics so you can catch your own dinner and cook it up in the gourmet kitchen of your beach rental home. If culinary delights are your thing, you’ll also find a wide range of restaurants, wine bars and even fun cooking classes with acclaimed chefs that include a delicious meal at the end. The Lincoln City Cultural Center and Culinary Center are great places to start.

Just don’t wait too long to book your rental home and plan your whale-watching day, then discover all the other activities to round out your stay. Lincoln City and Depoe Bay are home to some of the most beautiful natural spaces and creatures along the Oregon Coast. Whales are just the beginning – and what a beginning they are!

A-1 Beach Rentals Celebrates New Oregon Beach House Rental with Deals

Kristy’s Kottage is the latest addition to A-1’s wide array of Oregon beach house rentals situated along the state’s central coastline. The company is celebrating by offering a complimentary third night to all guests who book at least two nights in the property by the end of February. This charming house, which sleeps four, is located just a mile south of Lincoln City in the lazy little seaside town of Gleneden Beach. With excellent dining options, a golf course, secluded beach and lovely walk to fun local shops, Kristy’s Kottage should start filling up with reservations as soon as word gets out. Keep reading to learn more about one of the best new beach vacation rentals Oregon has to offer.

New Property Offers New Perks

A-1 Beach Rentals already offers a vast selection of homes and condos throughout the Lincoln City area, but Kristy’s Kottage is a little bit different. The shingled cottage looks like a classic Pacific Northwest beach house with extra perks such as panoramic views from every room, including the fully equipped kitchen and laundry room! You’ll find a private courtyard that lets the sun in right at the entrance, as well as a western-facing deck with transparent windscreen and outdoor furniture for dining or relaxing. If it’s too wet or windy outside, you’ll also appreciate whale or bird watching from the dining table or relaxing in the luxury living room with wall-mounted flat screen TV, DVD/Blue Ray player, and gas fireplace. And when it’s time for bed, you can rest easy in either of the two queen bedrooms located in the much quieter eastern-facing wing of the house.

New Location Makes for New Adventures

When it comes to beach rentals, Lincoln City, Oregon is a go-to destination for many travelers. The beautiful surrounding towns are also worth exploring, though, and Kristy’s Kottage is ideally located to make the beautiful Gleneden Beach your home base. You’ll find beach access right next to the property’s driveway, so you couldn’t be closer to the sand and surf. The town boasts excellent amenities as well, such as the Salishan Spa and Golf Resort, Side Door Café and Red Roof coffee house and wine bar. This quiet, tranquil beach town also sits between Depoe Bay, Lincoln City, and Newport, so you can easily get to other local beaches and amenities within minutes by car.

If you’re thinking of booking a three-night stay in Kristy’s Kottage to take advantage of the exclusive deals on offer, just make sure to book fast before the end of February. Once word gets out about this plush property in one of the quaintest and coziest parts of the Central Oregon Coast, you might just find that it’s booked up every weekend. For now, though, this cottage and the adjoining beach are hidden gems waiting for you to discover!