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The House by the Sea

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A dining area with a table set for six, large windows with a view of the sea, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a large window offering a view of the ocean, a comfortable sofa set, and a small table with a lamp.
A chair with a blanket, a small table with books, and a view of the ocean through a window.
A modern house with a sloped roof, large windows, and a flat roof extension.
A coastal house with a balcony, a blue door, and a sign that reads "Welcome to Our House."

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Dillon Beach
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Dillon Beach, CA
  • Place, Dillon Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Graton Resort and Casino
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Reyes National Seashore
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Downstairs area

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The House by the Sea

The House by the Sea
Wake up to sweeping, unobstructed views of the ocean at The House by the Sea — your perfect coastal getaway.
This spacious home features an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area designed for entertaining and relaxing with friends and family. The fully equipped coastal kitchen is ideal for preparing meals while enjoying the sea breeze and scenery.
On the main floor, you’ll find the serene primary bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, along with a second guest bathroom for added convenience. Upstairs, a cozy loft with a trundle bed shares the space with a second bedroom, offering comfort and privacy for additional guests.
Downstairs, enjoy even more space to unwind in the sunroom or gather in the cozy living room, which includes a convenient sofa bed.

Whether you're watching the waves or spending time with loved ones, The House by the Sea offers a relaxing, unforgettable escape.

STR License number: P5166
Parking spaces: 3 parking spaces
**There is a house being constructed uphill from this vacation rental
**We do not allow boats, campers, RV'S, trailers to park in the driveway at this vacation rental

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
NOT ALLOWED: Pitbulls Dobermans Rotweilers
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Place all garbage in the gray bin and recycles in the blue bin
Place all used towels inside the shower area
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
IF the house rules are not followed traveler agrees to forfeit their damage / security deposit
Personal items left behind after vacating, traveler will have to make arrangements to pick up item at Dillon Beach, we are not able to mail.
NO RV'S or CAMPERS, boats, trailers are allowed to park in this location

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1401562vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Dillon Beach

Located in Dillon Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Tomales Bay State Park and Marconi Conference Center State Historic Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Luther Burbank's Experiment Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Dillon Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Dillon Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Doran Beach - 32 min drive - 32.6 km
  • Graton Resort and Casino - 42 min drive - 48.9 km
  • Russian River - 46 min drive - 49.5 km
  • Point Reyes National Seashore - 46 min drive - 45.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nick's Cove - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Valley Ford Cheese & Creamery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Dillion Beach Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dinuccis Italian Dinners - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bistro - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The House by the Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The House by the Sea?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The House by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The House by the Sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The House by the Sea located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Dillon Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tomales City Park and Tomales Town Hall. Tomales Regional History Center and Tomales Bay State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
100% the view and the bed!!!Loved our short getaway!Property manager, John was quick to respond to our needs!We will plan a return visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2026
Thanks so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the incredible view and found the bed so comfortable. We're also glad John was able to respond quickly and make your stay even more enjoyable. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely stunning view. The beach, hillside dotted with cows, dear in the yard….
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

marc i.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice, pet friendly, definitely would stay again, windows need to be replaced for a better view from inside the living/dining room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elaine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable house, beautiful views and everything you need for amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glenn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views. Nicely appointed kitchen. Had a little mixup (on VRBO's end I think) with the address. The host was very responsive and got us where we needed to be. Would gladly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful views and a very comfortable house
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. We have a son stationed in Petaluma so we will consider this place to stay when we go visit again.P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2025
Thank you for your 5 star review of this vacation rental, we sincerely appreciate it. We are delighted to find out that you had a great stay and we hope we can host you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely House

Had an amazing trip with a house that had everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Views

Panoramic views, comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 November 2024
Bill Thank you for your review of this vacation rental, we sincerely appreciate it. We are thrilled to find out that you enjoyed your stay and found the accommodations comfortable . We hope we will have the opportunity to host you again. Thank you again for your booking. John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really great spot in Dillon Beach

Fantastic, house, views are amazing, really great spot in Dillon Beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

such peace

A fantastic property and a fantastic stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2024
Kathleen Thank you for your review. We are delighted to find out that you you had a fantastic stay and consider this property a fantastic property. Thank you again for your booking and we hope to have the opportunity to host you again. John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place to stay

The house was wonderful, wife loved how it was decorated, view was outstanding. Grand kids and us had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2022
Thomas Thank you for your review of this beach house we sincerely appreciate it. We are delighted to find out that you and your family had a great stay in the house. Thank you again for your booking John Arguelles
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location with beautiful view

We enjoyed our stay at Villa Vista. Great view, quiet location with an equipped kitchen. We can wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Fay Thank you for your review, we are delighted to find out that you enjoyed your stay in Villa Vista and we hope you will come back soon for another visit. Thank you again for your booking John Arguelles Property Manager
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous view!

My visiting family members enjoyed a relaxing vacation in this home with a beautiful view and a great cooking/dining area. Plenty of places to sleep comfortably and kid friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2022
Rachel We greatly appreciate your review of this beach house. We are delighted to learn that you had a restful vacation in this home and appreciated the views it offers. again, thank you for your booking. John Arguelles
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sheila l.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Great property

It was a great house much better than i expected their was a view from almost every room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rita K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for sharing your beautiful house with us for the weekend. We cleaned it, including vacuuming up any dog hair from our really calm, well-behaved dog, Elin. She is not allowed on any furniture or beds. We have been coming to Dillon Beach for 40 years and love the relaxing atmosphere!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CatherineAnne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter holiday with epic views

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this well equipped home with amazing 180 degree views! We highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

amy p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Views

Home is beautiful, with amazing views. The neighborhood was super quiet, safe. In the hills overlooking Dillon Beach. Great area. Stormy weekend, no leaks, no loss of power. Great getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2025
Amy, Thank you for taking the time to share your review of our vacation rental—we sincerely appreciate it! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and the beautiful Pacific Ocean views. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dhruv J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect vacation rental

Perfect rental for a family trip. Easy access to the beach and the house had everything we needed. Views are 100% as shown in listing and best seen in person.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2023
Dhruv Thank you for your review of this vacation rental we sincerely appreciate it. We are delighted to find out that you enjoyed your stay in the house and the views this house has to offer. We hope we can host you again. John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax and Rejuvenuate!

Property was clean and comfortable! Great view of the ocean. We had a great time and look forward to another getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corrine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dillon Beach

The home is very comfortable and the kitchen is well stocked. Great views and very quiet neighborhood. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 March 2023
Corrine Thank you for your review of this vacation rental we sincerely appreciate it. We are delighted to find out that you found the house comfortable , well stocked and enjoyed the views this house has to offer. Thank you again for your booking. John
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dillon Beach

Comfortable home with great views from top of neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Caroline THANK YOU for your review for Villa Vista we appreciate it. We are delighted to find out that you enjoyed your stay in the home and the views this home has to offer. Thank you again for your booking. John Arguelles Property Manager
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

susan p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House has amazing views and was immaculate. We enjoyed our stay very much.

Great house. Very well stocked kitchen. Amazing views of the beach and sunsets. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Away From Home.

This house was the center of a great weekend with family! This was a beautiful house with equally beautiful views. The home was so warm and comforting that we can’t wait to return back for another memory making getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2021
Jeff Thank you for your review, we are delighted to find out that you enjoyed your stay in the home. Thank you again for your booking John Arguelles Property Manager
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

TINA F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

PERFECT GETAWAY

Very nice quaint house. Great location. Beautiful views. Would stay again. Manager was great communicator when I had a question.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

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