Tucked into a quiet pocket of the coast, on a wooded double lot where wild rhododendrons bloom in spring and the trees seem to stand guard, this 1960 family cabin feels like stepping into a gentler era. The moment you walk through the door, the knotty pine walls wrap around you like a familiar quilt — warm, golden, and carrying the soft glow of six decades of family stories.
The heart of the cabin is its original sixties kitchen, a peach‑toned time capsule with confetti Formica in shades of peach and orange, the kind of cheerful palette that makes morning coffee taste just a little sweeter. The vintage range is a showstopper — the kind of appliance that has outlived trends and still hums with quiet reliability, ready for pancakes, grilled cheese, or whatever comfort food the coast inspires.
The cabin’s single queen bedroom is simple and serene, paneled in pine and filled with soft morning light. The bathroom, with its shower/tub combo, keeps its original charm while offering everything you need after a day of beachcombing or wandering the nearby trails.
In the living room, built‑in twin bunk beds add a touch of childhood magic. Each bunk has its own privacy curtain — a cozy nook for reading, dreaming, or hiding away with a flashlight and a book while the rain taps on the roof. It’s the kind of detail that makes kids instantly fall in love with the place and adults remember what it felt like to be one.
Just a few steps from the main cabin sits the bunkhouse, a charming little hideaway of its own. With a full‑size bed, a bathroom with toilet and sink, Internet TV, microwave, coffee maker, and a small refrigerator with a tiny freezer, it’s perfect for grandparents, teens, or anyone who wants a bit of extra privacy while still being part of the family gathering.
Everywhere you look, the property feels embraced by nature — tall evergreens, dappled light, and those wild rhododendrons that burst into color each spring. It’s the kind of place where mornings start slow, afternoons drift by with the sound of the surf in the distance, and evenings gather everyone around the table to share stories.
This is a cabin that hasn’t forgotten where it came from. It’s cozy, nostalgic, and deeply rooted in its coastal landscape — a place where families return year after year because it simply feels like home.
Amenities: 📺 50" TV in Living Room, TVs in Both Bedrooms 📡 Roku Streaming 💻 400 mbps Wi-Fi Only Verizon & Att phones work at house Games & Books Beach Toys Hair Dryer Towels, linens, blankets & pillows Fully outfitted kitchen: electric range, refrigerator, microwave, Keurig & drip coffee maker Cleaning supplies, paper products & coffee filters Dog Friendly (2 dog limit – no cats) Parking: 2 medium cars or 1 large SUV (no trailers) Maximum occupancy: 6
Receive a 50% refund of the total booking amount (minus service fee) up until 1 week prior to check-in.
Additional Information
Other things to note Only Verizon & ATT cell phones work at the house
Streaming Internet TV (ROKU) no traditional networks.
Must Be 25 years of Age to Rent.
If you are bringing a furry friend, there will be an additional cleaning fee.
Violation of any federal laws, state laws, county laws, local laws, company policies, or house rules are grounds for immediate eviction without refund.
The total number of persons allowed in the property at any time is restricted to the stated limit for each property, as most of our houses are on septic systems. Do not flush anything except toilet tissue down the toilet. Please rinse off sandy shells, pets & people outside.
The total number of vehicles allowed to be parked at the property at any time is restricted to the stated limit for each property. Our homes do not have on street parking; vehicle limits are predetermined and are not negotiable.
Absolutely No Motor Homes, Campers, Travel Trailers, or Tents are allowed at any of our homes.
Please be respectful of your neighbors. Outside Quiet time is between 10PM and 8AM. If we receive complaints, you will be contacted and asked to be quiet. If we receive more than one complaint during your stay you will be evicted without refund.
All houses have high speed internet & most have landline telephones with unlimited long distance; Only Verizon Cell phones work at beach houses there is no Cell service at all on Mercer Lake.
All equipment in each property should be in working order when you check in, but things do break down unexpectedly! Please report any inoperative equipment or problems to the office immediately.
There is absolutely no smoking in our homes – you may smoke outside.
Dogs are allowed at certain houses, please do not leave them unattended. You are responsible for cleaning up after your dog. Most houses have dog towels and blankets, if your dog wants to be on the furniture please cover it.
The most enjoyable vacations are those that are worry-free. Make the most of your vacation by taking the same precautions that you do at home: keep your vacation home and cars locked at all times and safeguard your keys.
Every effort has been made to provide accurate and complete information in both our printed material and on our website; however, Whales Watch Vacation Rentals is not responsible for printing errors, omissions, equipment failure, changes in amenities or furnishings made by homeowners, or changes in views, neighborhoods or beach access.
At check out: Please strip beds and leave wet & dry linens in separate piles in the bathroom area (Leave Blankets folded on their respective beds please) Wash dishes – we will put them away. Remove all trash from house to the trash bins and securely fasten the bear clips
Please lock and close all doors and windows. Weather can change quickly on the Oregon Coast.
Waivo™ Security Deposit Waiver
You have purchased a Waivo™ Security Deposit Waiver, then the following terms and conditions are now part of Your vacation rental property lease agreement.
I. AGREEMENT A. On behalf of Whales Watch Vacation Rentals, the party authorized to rent the vacation rental property and the owner of the vacation rental property, Waivo has assumed the responsibility for damages as outlined below and waives Your security deposit up to $1,500, the waiver limit purchased by You, the renter, for your stay at the vacation rental property. B. Waivo is hereby responsible for theft or damage to the vacation rental property as a result of Your acts or omissions up to $1,500. This waiver does not negate your responsibilities as a renter for items outside of Waivo’s responsibilities. C. This is not an agreement to provide insurance. You are buying a waiver of the security deposit otherwise due as part of Your vacation rental property lease agreement.
II. EXCLUSIONS A. This Security Deposit Waiver will not pay for damages or theft resulting from: 1. Acts of god 2. Normal wear and tear 3. Theft without a valid police report 4. Loss of use of the vacation rental property 5. Rodent, termite, bed bug or other animal damage or infestation 6. Prior damage B. This Waiver will not pay for damage or theft of property owned by You.
III. CONDITIONS A. Waivo has the sole authority to determine the nature and extent of damages, necessary repairs and eligibility for the waiver, and shall exercise that authority in a reasonable manner. B. This Waiver is only effective for a one-time single continuous stay for which You purchased the Waiver. It takes effect when You occupy the vacation rental property and terminates when You depart the same vacation rental property. C. This Waiver is only effective if any theft or damage is reported to Waivo by You, the property manager, the online travel agent or the owner of the vacation rental property within 3 days of Your departure from the vacation rental property. D. Waivo will not respond to damage or theft under $50 US dollars. If the damage or theft exceeds $50 then Waivo will be responsible for the actual amount of the damage or theft as determined by Waivo up to $1,500, the waiver limit purchased by You. E. If there is a dispute related to these terms, mediation is required before any party may file litigation. In the event of litigation, all parties waive the right to a jury trial.
IV. DEFINITIONS You, or your, is the renter of the vacation rental property and includes the renter’s spouse, children and any other person the renter invited on to the vacation rental property during your stay at the vacation rental property.
Prices
Base Price $330 / night
Pet Fee $20 per pet per night
Maximum Pets 2 pets
Discounts 10% discount for bookings of 7 nights or longer
We have lived here at Heceta Beach since 1994. Our house is a duplex, we live in half and the other half is our vacation rental. We enjoy sharing with others what we get to enjoy every day. My husband was from Milwaukee Wisconsin, via Texas & Alaska. I was originally from Sacramento, then Southern California (Torrance) with a stint in Seoul, Korea in between. We fell in love with the small town atmosphere, and the temperate climate. It may be rainy, but you don't have to shovel rain, and the Ocean Breezes keep it an even 70 in the summer.
We happened to get a beautiful Oregon Coast day. The beach was nearly empty besides a few people walking their dogs. It was almost 70 degrees out and we had so much fun just walking on the beach and smelling the salt air.
A horseback ride through the forest and to the beach. Enjoy the view from the back of your horse as you ride along the water's edge. Breathtakingly beautiful.
