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Where the Ocean comes to Rest...

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View from the Back
King Setup
Sitting Area
Kitchenette
Entertainment Area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Sleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Brookings, OR
  • Azalea Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Samuel H Boardman State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Port of Brookings Harbor
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Crescent City, CA (CEC-Del Norte County)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Spa Shower

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Where the Ocean comes to Rest...

Welcome to Tanbark Shores Guest House. Brookings is open for business, with Covid-19 protocols in place. We are ready to welcome you. Our guests will enjoy a private studio suite with a kitchenette and are welcome to share our Home's Oceanview and fire pit. Just four blocks from downtown Brookings, we offer an extremely comfortable, secure, and convenient place for you to come. Our newly remodeled Pilot House Suite was designed to capture and embrace our coastal environment. Our guests will enjoy a private studio suite with a kitchenette and are welcome to share the Guest House’s Oceanview and fire pit. Our property is surrounded by fencing with 3 separate areas to ensure our guests have privacy. Just 4 blocks from downtown Brookings, we offer an extremely comfortable, secure, and convenient place for you to come. Come, stay and play, “Where the Ocean comes to Rest!”

Property manager

Debra Smolich-Thein
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Under 12
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Only Dogs (2 dogs max) are allowed. Fees $45 apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO Tobaccos, Vapes, and Marijuana.
The maximum length of stay is 7 nights. Those wishing for a longer stay need to contact us before bookings
No smoking inside the gated property. No Cigarettes, Cigars, Vapes, or Marijuana.
Dogs: Due to insurance restrictions, Pitbulls, Rottweilers, mixes of them, and wolf mixes are not allowed. No cats due to severe allergies.

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Brookings

Located in Brookings, this apartment is by the ocean. Port of Brookings Harbor and Salmon Run Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Samuel H Boardman State Park and Crissey Field State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Brookings, OR

What's nearby

  • Chetco Point Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Azalea Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Samuel H Boardman State Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Port of Brookings Harbor - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Harris Beach State Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Crescent City, CA (CEC-Del Norte County) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Catalyst Seafood - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fat Irish Kitchen & Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fely's Cafe & Laundromat - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Where the Ocean comes to Rest... pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Where the Ocean comes to Rest...?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Where the Ocean comes to Rest...?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Where the Ocean comes to Rest... located?

Situated by the ocean, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Signatures Gallery and Stout Park Dog Area. Chetco Point Park and Azalea Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert I.

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

Cozy place in the heart of Brookings

Cozy, clean place right in the heart of everything. Easy access to the sam boardman corridor and the rest of the oregon coast. Debra was very responsive to all requests made and the place itself has a lot of things you need (and don’t know you need). Bed was amazing, slept like a baby.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Five star stay!

Friendly and attentive hosts, cozy and stylish accommodations with every amenity thoughtfully provided and a deck with a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean. We would (will) definitely stay there again ♥️
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

A Five Star Stay

This was our second visit we are already planning our third. Every amenity is thoughtfully provided and Debbie and Scott are the perfect hosts. Close in to town and national parks. The best part is a breathtaking view of the ocean from the deck. You won’t want to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony H.

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

Perfect Spot

We were here on our honeymoon. My wife was blown away by some of the details of the cottage. The Ocean view was unbelievable! Debbie and Scott were amazing hosts. I also recommend Carl from Smith River Kayak only 15 minutes away. We had a Great experience here! Thank You!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ned K.

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

Amazing in every way!

In perfect condition with fun coastal decor, luxurious bed, and fully stocked with many extra touches! Plus wonderful and friendly hosts. Plus the cottage is in a great central location, close to stores, beaches, etc. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evie C.

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

Breath taking views! Peaceful! Host was incredibly kind!

Breath taking views! Very quiet and peaceful! Very close to town. Very clean and private! You have everything you need! I will definately return! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

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

Wonderful place

I can’t think of anything negative to say about this adorable place. It was so well thought out and everything was top of the line. As my 18 year old granddaughter said, “Debbie killed it” (that’s a good thing).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen N.

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

Comfortable stay and beautiful location

The place was very clean and comfortable. The hosts were very kind and even supplied items such as bottled water, sodas, and a chocolate bar! :) We loved being able to sit on the deck and watch the ocean. A bonus was that it was dog-friendly, and a short drive/walk to a dog park. We would happily rent this place again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

wendy j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Garden Luxury

The guest house was situated in lovely gardens.It was peaceful and the hosts were so sweet. They satisfied all our needs. The only thing is that it did not have an ocean view except on the other side of the main home. Otherwise it was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jana D.

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

Exceptional!!!

Debbie and Scott are the sweetest couple! The cottage was so beautiful and sparkling CLEAN The bed was like sleeping on a cloud. The view is spectacular!! We will be returning
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lou C.

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

The Pilot House

The Pilot House was perfect! The unit is stocked with anything you might need…even chocolate! We were able to bring our 2 dogs which made the stay that much more enjoyable. Debbie and Scott, our hosts made us feel very welcome! Just a wonderful spot on the Oregon coast! We will definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

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

Pacific and Redwood Comfort

We wanted a home base to explore the Redwoods and the area. Although the Pacific NW threw adverse weather at us every day we were there, we managed to see the area and our evenings were comfortable, warm and dry in a really cute studio with some room to spread out. The studio was everything that was advertised with no surprises. The owners were great people and the gated parking and lodging gave a feel of security. The owners open their fire-pit, deck, and patio to the lodgers, but the inclement weather limited us to spend minutes versus the hours that we would have liked, to simply sit on their deck to admire one of the best views in Coastal Oregon. The peace and tranquility are something special.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ted S.

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

Peaceful escape

This property provides guests with privacy, beauty and everything one could posslbly need for a complete getaway! Debbie and Scott and two dogs welcomed us so graciously! Good restaurants and harbor are witjin walking distance. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya B.

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

Great place to stay

Great place to stay. Was even decorated for the holiday season.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek C.

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

Great Stay!

Cute little cottage tucked in the shoreline in Brooking. Scott and Debbi were great host and will we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott T., Roseville

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

Really Really nice Cottage and experience!

Could not ask for a better experience. Brookings climate is the best, especially along the ocean coast. This cottage is located on ocean front property. The cottage is welcoming and so comfortable. You have everything you would ever want or need. The bed is exceptionally comfortable. The hosts are the best, you will really enjoy meeting Scott and Debbi, really good people and host. Added value from the gated security and allowing us to plug in our Tesla into an RV service plug with our adapter. The best overall value on the coast! Looking forward to a return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann J.

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

A charming cottage and property!

Debbie and Scott were wonderful hosts, very welcoming, and very informative. We enjoyed our stay in their beautiful cottage, the view from the front deck was stunning. Everything about the place was top notch. Would gladly stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris James K., Elko, Nevada

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

So relaxing

The property was perfect for us! My phone had died along the journey to Brookings and we ended up arriving an hour before check in and Debbi was so gracious to accommodate us. She gave us a quick run through of the amenities and let us know we were always welcome to their back yard/porch to check out the amazing views. The cottage was beautifully appointed and we even had a yard for our dogs to run around. The bed… all I can say is I want to know the brand name because it was the most comfortable bed I’ve slept in. The neighborhood was super quiet and yet still walkable to downtown Brookings. There’s a grocery store within walking distance and beach access not too far from there as well. Great property overall. We loved having the in room laundry as well for to make the day after vacation that much easier.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri M.

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

Tucked Away Treat

Lovely cottage with "deliciously comfortable" bed; pictures and description of property spot on. We were greeted by Debi and Scott, with a walk through on the specifics related to blinds, induction cook top, etc. Due to unexpected family circumstances, we left before completing our stay. Debi was understanding as to the reason for our early departure.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shauna K., Newberg, OR

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

Cute, stylish, and cozy

What a cute little place! We had the most lovely stay and thoroughly enjoyed all of the curated details. Debra goes above and beyond to ensure a comfortable stay, thinking of every detail. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

DeLinda C.

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

Perfection!

First off left me say the photos do not do justice. The views are amazing! The cottage was perfect! Everything was upscale. Plush towels, great shower, nicely equipped. There was plenty of fenced area for our dog to roam. The owners were very helpful in all aspects. We had a medical emergency and Debbi and Scott cared for our pet when we couldn't. I would go back to this property in a heartbeat. No detail was left out.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette T.

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

Cozy cute bungalow

This ocean beauty was very comfy the bed was a dream and owner thought of everything in this HGTV design of cute beach place we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kasandra L.

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

Peaceful vacay

The property was gorgeous with a very relaxing vibe. Deb and Scott were both welcoming and hospitable Great cottage get away Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wanda M.

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

Enjoyable Week

We were very happy with our stay. This was the first overnight road trip for our 1-1/2 year old dog, and she loved it. She played with the resident dogs and we had multiple fenced-in locations we could let her out into. The cottage is charming, clean, well supplied, and comfortable. We visited Brookings during unseasonably cold, windy, and rainy weather, but staying at the Pilot House meant that we were comfortable for the entire week. We watched the weather forecasts and would head out on hikes during breaks in the rain. During our downtime, we had an excellent place to relax. The owners offered their sunroom so that we could hang out during the rainy times and still have a great view of the bay. The cottage doesn't have an ocean view, but the back patio area of the owner's home was made available for our use, and I always felt welcome there. The owner let me look at another suite she is currently renovating which will have ocean views given that it's upstairs above the garage. I'd like to schedule a return visit to try it out, but I'd be happy back in the original cottage as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott R., Eureka, CA

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

outstanding property…magnificent ocean views!

Debra and Scott were wonderful hosts. Weather turned rainy, so they offered us the use of there enclosed front porch in order for us to enjoy the view. Very accomodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Debra Smolich-Thein

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I love the littlest of detail, to help my guests have a quiet, restful stay. I spent 34 years in Bend, Oregon, raised in Milwaukie, Oregon. Scott and I met 8 years ago and began searching for a Bnb to purchase. We settled on a home with a guest cottage in Brookings, because of the peacefulness of the area and the sheer beauty of the coastline. We strive to create a stay with us as a true get-a-way from life's fast-paced. Breathe in the ocean air and have that aah... moment.

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