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Cottage by the Sea

Holiday home in Dillon Beach with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
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Outdoor dining
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Dillon Beach, CA
  • Place, Dillon Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Tomales Bay
  • Place, Doran Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Cottage by the Sea

Discover the perfect seaside escape just steps from the sandy shores of Dillon Beach. This cozy cottage features ocean views from the living room, front porch, and back deck.
All on one level includes: living room, dining area, and kitchen, with a master bedroom offering a king-sized bed and a second bedroom with twin beds—ideal for families or friends. Refresh in the walk-in shower after a sun-soaked day.
On cooler evenings, stay warm by the propane stove. The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances, including a fridge with ice maker, dishwasher, oven/range/microwave, and a coffee maker.
Entertainment options with TVs and video recorders in the living room and master bedroom, plus books, games, and movies. Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi.
Step outside to a fenced backyard and a relaxing hot tub. Kids will love the spacious fenced side yard, and you can unwind in the coastal atmosphere.
For a blend of comfort and adventure, book your stay at this beach cottage today and make unforgettable seaside memories!

**STR License number: P5229
**Parking spaces: one in driveway one in front of the cottage
**We do not allow boats, campers, RV'S, trailers to park in the driveway or in front of the house at this vacation rental

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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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: Dobermann, Rottweiler, Pitbull
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
IF the house rules are not followed traveler agrees to forfeit their damage / security deposit
NO RV'S or CAMPERS are allowed to park in this location

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
Cashless transactions are available
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Dillon Beach

Located in Dillon Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tomales Bay State Park and Marconi Conference Center State Historic Park, while Tomales Town Hall and Tomales Regional History Center are cultural highlights. Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Luther Burbank's Experiment Farm are also worth visiting. Surfing/body boarding offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Dillon Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Dillon Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Doran Beach - 29 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Links at Bodega Harbour - 29 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Bodega Harbour - 31 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Bodega Head - 38 min drive - 35.8 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nick's Cove & Cottages - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Valley Ford Cheese & Creamery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dillion Beach Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coastal Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Drakes Sonoma Coast - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage by the Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Cottage by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage by the Sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage by the Sea located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Dillon Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tomales City Park and Tomales Town Hall. Tomales Regional History Center and Pelican North Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this place. It is our go to house at Dillon Beach. Cabin is close to the beach, walking distance around town beautiful backyard very quiet in private.
Cute cabin
Beautiful sunset
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage, close to beach. Enjoyed all the books, pictures and history of the house. Definitely would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this little house. This is our second stay here and will be back. We have fun just sitting on the front porch watching people, dogs and deer come and go.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

TERRI M.

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

4th of July Fun

My daughter and I had a great time. The cottage is close to the beach and very cozy. Nice back yard and the host was quick to respond to any questions we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

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

CTC Dillion Beach, Nice near the beach.

Nice near the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack B.

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

A great getaway

A delightful house with an unbeatable location. Had a wonderful trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

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

Cat’s meow

Always a wonderful stay at this cabin near the beach. Neighborhood is quiet, cabin has all the amenities, this is our go to getaway place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Christine T.

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

Fall get away

Really enjoyed our stay- the house is funky but clean and comfortable. We live the family style cottages and love looking at all of the books, art and knickknacks! We had some great views, lived the hot tub and the fire pit- lots of great memories
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

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

Ocean vacation

We have stayed several times . Always enjoyed our time. House clean and comfortable. We recommend it highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney F.

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

Lovely Cottage on the Coast

We loved our stay at this adorable house. It was exactly as it was described in the profile. We loved the proximity to the beach, the stove and the hot tub. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

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

Charming and convenient

This cottage has a great location with a view of the ocean I enjoyed being able to walk down to the beach. The rooms were clean, the hot tub was easy to use and the WiFi worked great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

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

vacation weekend

had another great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Forrest L.

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

Terrific

Wonderful experience all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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

Home was everything we wanted and expected.

Charming and homey!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

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

House perfect location for the viewing of the window and walking to the beach.

Great
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Anniversary Trip

The house is charming. Great ocean view and sounds. There is a beautiful inclosed yard with a spa and wonderful deck. The house has a great location to the beach. We home to visit again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Cute, clean, and comfortable cottage!

The cottage was so cozy and quaint! Everything was clean, and very comfortable. The living room windows had beautiful ocean and sunset views. I especially enjoyed the super comfy sofa near the gas fireplace, and the rocking chair on the backyard deck. The cottage has everything for a relaxing, enjoyable beach vacation, it was an amazing week!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary A.

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

Everything we needed

House had a great layout and good size kitchen. Huge enclosed yard with jacuzzi/fire pit. Great location for access to the beach, 4 parking spots. We will be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy I., lodi ca

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

Short walk to the beach

Wonderful rustic little cottage to stay at. Nice lot and great view. A short walk to the beach and general store. You can hear the waves crashing on the shore right from the cottage. It was a great getaway for rest and relaxation for this short trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Mikaela R., Oakland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Nice location, old house

The location is great. The house is a pretty run down for the price. The hot tub is very small and barely fits two people.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G., Phoenix, AZ

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

Clean and convenient

I've been visiting Dillon beach for 30+ years. This place is super close to a path to the beach and has the biggest backyard I've seen in Dillon beach
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

The Cats Meow

I've stayed here before the the addition of the updated backyard in the old existing empty lot. The view is beautiful and the outdoor area is perfect for a still day. Perfect location for a walk to the beach or soft serve at the local market.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Dillon Beach house

Great location. Awesome backyard with deck and great views. Short trail to beach. Well equipped kitchen. Fun games. Miss it already.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne M.

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

Perfect Vacation

The Cats Meow is an adorable, comfortable cottage so close to the beach that you can fall asleep listening to the waves crash. The kitchen was perfectly appointed with everything we needed for prep and cooking, the beds were SO comfortable, and the backyard was great for watching the sunset. My dog wore herself out walking on the beach while we were there. We will definitely stay here again when we come back to Dillon Beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mollie M.

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

Lovely redwood cottage, right next to the beach, great yard!

We had such a great stay and we didn't want to leave! We loved the cottage. The pictures don't do it justice. It's lovely! They yard is fantastic! Spacious, great deck to watch the ocean and surfers and sea birds. The location couldn't be better- it's right next to the path leading down to the beach. We can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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