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December 14, 2023December 14, 2023

Taking a Break After the Holidays

You may not be thinking about days after the holidays just yet but let us suggest you consider booking a stay at the Oregon coast. We are offering 30% off beach vacation rentals. Lincoln City, Oregon is a great place to spend the holidays, to be sure, but it’s more than that.

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After the holidays are gone and the lights come down, you just might need a break. Family is wonderful, and the spirit of the holidays brings joy to the heart. However, the holidays can be very stressful, also.

Beach house rentals in Lincoln City, Oregon can provide the kind of escape that you just might need after hosting or visiting as much as you can handle.

After looking through the options and choosing from among the beach vacation rentals, you can look through the many things to do in Lincoln City, Oregon. You’ll find that no matter what pace you want to set for yourself, you’ll find what you need to rest and recharge.

Take a walk along the seven miles of sandy beaches. Catch a film at the Bijou. Find a quirky cafe for breakfast in the morning. Get some delicious portable food for a picnic lunch that you can talk to the top of the Knoll.

Go on one of the simple, handicap-accessible hikes in the area, and find a relaxing spot to sit a while and take in the natural beauty all around. The Pacific Ocean might offer sights of gray whales breaching the water as they head south to their breeding grounds near Baja California.

Or if all of that still sounds like too much, pick up some groceries and simply stay at your beach condo rental near Lincoln City, Oregon. A full kitchen gives you the flexibility to prepare your meals at your home away from home rather than going out.

Stay in the cozy confines of your Oregon coast rental and watch a movie or binge watch a new series.

Simply being in a different place can make all the difference.

While staying in Lincoln City lodgings you’ll be able to unwind and relax, letting the stresses from the holiday season past recede into a memory.

A lot of people experience the holidays as a mixture of the most wonderful time of the year and a sincere wish that everyone would just go away. Well, after the holidays are gone, you can be the one to get away. Come to Lincoln City, Oregon for a change of scenery, in a place where no one will be able to break into your solace. Take it easy in a cozy, comfortable, clean beach house near Lincoln City, Oregon, and get ready to face the new year.

November 17, 2023November 17, 2023

Tis the Season for Whale Watching on the Oregon Coast!

Mid-December to mid-January is a great time to book Oregon coast beach vacation rentals! Lincoln City, Oregon offers some spectacular whale watching opportunities. Right in the middle of December, about 18,000 gray whales make their way south, and they go right past us.

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If you are staying in Lincoln City, Oregon vacation rentals with an ocean view, you just might be able to watch the majestic gray whales without ever leaving your living room! Whale watching is one of the great things to do in Lincoln City, Oregon.

The gray whale spends the warmer months way up north of the Arctic Circle. Then, every year they migrate south about 12,000 miles to the warmer waters off the Baja California Peninsula. They stay there for about three months, then head back north.

Well, when they’re on their way past they put on quite a show! Stay in beach house rentals near Lincoln City, Oregon to be sure you get the best opportunities to see them!

If you don’t have lodgings in Lincoln City, Oregon that have an ocean view, or if you just want to get a different perspective, the area around Lincoln City offers a few other vantage points where the gray whales can be seen.

First is the short hike up The Knoll. One of Lincoln City’s most well-known and well-loved spots, The Knoll provides great views of the ocean, and it is not a strenuous hike to get there.

If you’d prefer to have a bite to eat and relax while waiting for the next whale to go by, a number of local restaurants offer ocean views, and they are elevated enough that you will not have trouble seeing the whale’s breach.

A short drive down the coast will bring you to Depoe Bay, where whales like to take a diversion and swim around in the coves nearby and feed.

Or, of course, you can book a trip on a whale watching charter boat company and get a really great view!

However, you choose to spend your whale watching time is your business. Providing a fantastic beach condo rental near Lincoln City, Oregon is our business. Book your stay soon and bring out the whole family for a truly awe-inspiring experience: the twice-annual migration of thousands of majestic gray whales right past your Oregon coast beach house rental.

October 17, 2023October 17, 2023

A Good Raincoat for Your Oregon Beach Vacation

The rain comes often during winter in the Pacific Northwest, but that won’t ruin your stay at an Oregon beach home rental. Lincoln City, Oregon has lots for you to do, and around here we are used to dealing with rainy days.

When you book vacation rentals in Lincoln City, Oregon, one of the first things you should pack is an excellent raincoat. It will be an absolute necessity when you come to stay in Oregon coast beach rentals during the winter.

But not all rain jackets are created equal. Some may be too light, and they won’t keep a stiff breeze off you when you hike to the summit to take in a panoramic view near your beach condo rental. Others may keep you warm and dry, but they make you look like a school kid out of place.

Some rain jackets, however, are crafted with excellent materials, thoughtfully designed, and they will complement, rather than clash, with the rest of your ensemble.

When looking for a rain jacket consider the number of layers it has. Are you the sort of person who gets cold easily? If so, you will need to find one with more layers inside.

Another consideration is portability. You may not need a raincoat when you leave your Oregon beach rental near Lincoln City, Oregon, but by the end of the day you may be facing a soaking rain. One should always be prepared, so having a raincoat that packs tightly — preferably within its own packing mechanism — can really save the day.

As for style points, this is, of course, up to the consumer and the style and look they’re trying for. Most rain coast come in a conventional coat shape that will go below the waist and keep your rear end dry if you should sit down. Hoods are common and are often reversible or removable.

Other rain jackets will have more of a poncho appearance. These can be more fashionable, depending on the person’s taste, and they may not even look like raincoats at all!

Pocket configurations are also an important consideration. How many pockets are there? Where are they? Are they easy to get at in a pinch, and will they keep your wallet and phone dry?

Naturally, a price point may come into the consideration, and often the better configurations of pockets and accessories, nicer styles, and higher quality materials, mean a higher sticker price. But whatever the price, a good raincoat can mean the difference between an adventure of a different sort and an experience that you’d rather forget.

But regardless, one thing you can’t go wrong on is renting one of our qualities, clean, comfortable Oregon coast vacation rentals near Lincoln City, Oregon. Book today!

October 11, 2023October 11, 2023

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!

September 19, 2023September 19, 2023

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.

September 12, 2023September 12, 2023

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.

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.
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.
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!
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.
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!

August 23, 2023August 30, 2023

North Coast Food Trail Lodgings in Lincoln City, Oregon

When you come to Oregon to experience the North Coast Food Trail, the best lodgings are beach rentals. Lincoln City, Oregon happens to be an anchor of the Trail, so North Coast Food Trail lodgings begin here.

Whether you’re coming for a weekend or a month, beach vacation rentals in Lincoln City, Oregon provide the perfect home base. The entire Trail stretches from Astoria up on the mouth of the Columbia right down here to Lincoln City. So, in addition to all the things to do in Lincoln City, you are assured of great eats.

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The most obvious culinary delight within an easy drive of Oregon beach vacation rentals will be seafood. Wild caught salmon, enormous crabs, mussels and clams, and other treasures of the waters are all fresh caught and served as you like them.

Or buy them straight from the dock and take them home. If you book one of the many beach home rentals with a well-supplied kitchen, you can buy them raw, then take them home to prepare in whatever way you like. Pair it with some Oregon wine to keep it all local.

Also, along the Food Trail you’ll find plenty of craft beverages to pair with your finds. Oregon is known for its micro brews, craft distilleries, and coffee roasters. Through tastings and trials, you’ll find something near your Oregon coast vacation rentals that will please the taste buds.

For breakfast, or dessert, we have no shortage of world-class bakeries and cafes. Get an espresso or Americana along with a brioche for breakfast. Bring some cinnamon buns back to the vacation rentals to share with the whole family. For after dinner, various cookies, buns, cakes, pies, and other sweet treats will help round out an excellent meal.

And all of this is within an easy and beautiful drive from Lincoln City, Oregon lodgings. The furthest point on the North Coast Food Trail is in Astoria, a little way north, but not too far when you’re looking for that Perfect Place. Then, as you draw nearer to Lincoln City, many other farmers markets, artisanal bakers, craft brews, cafes, and hidden-away gems will reward your curiosity.

So, begin your culinary exploration of the north coast of Oregon by booking an Oregon beach vacation rental today. You have no idea the gustatory wonders that await you, with great restaurants in Lincoln City, Oregon, and all along the North Coast Food Trail.

The journey of a thousand tastes begins with one bite! But first, you’ve got to be here. Book your stay today!

August 10, 2023August 10, 2023

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.

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.

July 19, 2023July 19, 2023

Reasons to Book Oregon Beach House Rentals

We can think of many reasons to book beach vacation rentals. Lincoln City, Oregon has lots going on, and there are many options for Lincoln City, Oregon lodging.

But when you decide to book a place to stay in Lincoln City, Oregon, you should book beach home rentals rather than anything in a hotel or motel.

Walking on the beach in Lincoln City Oregon.

Why? We’re glad you asked.

For one, privacy. When you book beach condo rentals in Lincoln City, Oregon you don’t have a front desk clerk watching you come and go. You get the whole place to yourself. You have the key to the front door, and no hallways with nosy neighbors.

For another, diversity. How different are hotel rooms, really? You’ve seen one you’ve seen them all. The same uncomfortable couches with no pillows and stain-proof fabric that doesn’t encourage relaxation. The same abstract art that is calculated to fail to inspire or displease anyone. The same coffee maker and coffee pouches. The same of everything.

Oregon coast beach rentals, however, are different. Different sizes, layouts, decoration and color schemes, locations, and more. They have different kitchens of different sizes, different common rooms, different bedrooms, and other quirky features that just make them more, well, human.

A third reason is location. Hotels tend to be bunched up in certain areas, all nestled in among the bright lights, congested traffic, and lifeless parking lots of the commercial zones. Oregon vacation rentals can be near to commercial zones, or they can be nestled in among neighborhoods, tucked away in a corner, away from the busyness. If you want to get away, get away to where the hustle and bustle isn’t below your window, and just outside the lobby door.

And a fourth reason is the flexibility. Different Oregon beach rentals have different arrangements and allow for different uses. There are many things to do in Lincoln City, Oregon, but perhaps you want to just get away, by yourself. Or perhaps you are arriving with your whole family, or a group of friends. Maybe you are looking for a place to have a gathering. In all these cases, those who rent Oregon beach rentals are willing to work with you to find a place that can accommodate your needs and your situation.

So, browse our listings and book online, or call us today to book the perfect place to stay in Lincoln City, Oregon.

July 10, 2023July 10, 2023

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.