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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

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148 Cypress Ave, Dillon Beach, CA, 94929
  • Dillon Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Tomales Bay
  • Doran Beach
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1 & @

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Sandy Dog is just a short distance to the beach .

A long time favorite, the Sandy Dog, is back as a rental.
Located at the top of Bumblebee path, it's a 3 minute walk to the beach.
The Sandy Dog has a large, open floor plan and great views of the ocean and Pt. Reyes. You can watch the sunset over the ocean while sipping a glass of wine, read a book in the window seat listening to the crashing waves, or soak in the hot tub with a view of the beach.
This home is so lovely and comfortable that you will not want to leave.
The main floor includes a large living room, with ample space for a group, a dining room, sunroom, and open kitchen with panoramic views of the ocean. Downstairs are two large bedrooms and a large beautifully updated bath. The owners love dogs and welcome yours to the Sandy Dog.
There is a nice size fenced yard and even a cookie jar with doggie treats.
Kids will enjoy the boogie boards, skim boards, wet suits, sand toys, puzzles and board games.
Your entire group will love the Sandy Dog!

STR Permit Number: P5172
Number of parkings spaces: 2 parking spaces

**We do not allow boats, RV'S, campers to park alongside this cottage

Property manager

LINDA
Premier Host

Languages

English

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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 (limit 1 total)
WELL behaved dogs ONLY
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
IF the house rules are not followed traveler agrees to forfeit their damage / security deposit
HOT TUBS: We cannot guarantee the function of a hot tub.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Dillon Beach

Located in Dillon Beach, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary and Cayman Practice Range are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Luther Burbank's Experiment Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dillon Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Dillon Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Doran Beach - 29 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Bodega Harbour Golf Links - 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

  • ‪Dinucci's Italian Dinners - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bluewater Bistro - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rocker Oysterfeller's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Drakes Sonoma Coast - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandy Dog is just a short distance to the beach . pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Sandy Dog is just a short distance to the beach .?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandy Dog is just a short distance to the beach .?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sandy Dog is just a short distance to the beach . located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.1 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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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

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

Great house, great location, great memories

Beautiful views of the ocean, quick walk to the beach, dog-friendly, hot tub to relax in, perfect for a family getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeff c.

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

Family Vacation

This location is perfect. Walk to the beach in minutes and beat the crowd in the busy parking lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula R.

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

Perfect Weekend

Sandy Dog is an amazing property. Especially if you just want to sit and enjoy the view from any room or backyard.We took many walks to the beach with our dog and the 3 minute walking time is accurate.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey W.

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

Peaceful Getaway

Perfect location! House was quaint and cozy! Couches and beds super comfortable! House has everything we needed to cook. Found some playing cards and sat in the sun room which was really nice ! General store walking distance which was nice ! Beach walk was short and sweet !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl F.

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

Can’t wait to return

Perfect location for a family to reach everything. Great access to the beach. Toddlers learned to navigate the stairs. Baby gate a game changer. Plenty of space for individual private time Kitchen had everything we needed to prep great meals. Would definitely recommend Sandy Dog
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Loved it!

Lovely view, great hospitality. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Samara V.

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

Great Stay!

Amazing weekend stay- loved the house, hot tub and how close it was to the beach. Perfect size for a family of 4.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

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

Friends

It’s the perfect place to enjoy a week with a close friends ( 2 legged and 4 legged 🥰🐾❤️)
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

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

Cozy little getaway spot

We loved how close this house was to the beach and it had all the basic essentials for a cozy 2-night stay. Also, there were a few great down pillows, which made the sleeping part extra comfortable!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kim d.

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

Dillon delight’

Great all around stay! Didn’t get a chance to use the hot tub (next time), but throughly enjoyed the outdoor shower post surf and beach time. BBQ with a sunset view can’t be beat and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Nice and Close To Beach

The kitchen was well stocked, and it was a short distance to the beach. There were chairs and boards for beach play, and the hot tub was nice. While the host and listing said the house was dog-friendly, there was nowhere for the dog to use the bathroom in the backyard. All of the backyard was pavers or plants. I wish that we could have used the washer and dryer, but it was behind a locked door. Also the dishwasher was not easy to figure out how to use, some instructions taped to the front would have been awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oksana N.

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

Great place to relax

We had an amazing time! Check in process was smooth and we had no issues with the house. Location is great, very close to the ocean, quiet and relaxing. Kitchen is very well equipped, bedding is comfortable. Very much recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Family

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

Great location!

Funky and fabulous! We relaxed and refreshed! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne M.

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

Great girls weekend

Great clean place. Was great for a girls weekend Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gustav M.

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

Wonderful place minutes walk from the beach!

Really enjoyed our stay! A small trail leads directly to the beach in minutes, beautiful private back garden with hot tub! Wonderful place, a bit old which means creaky but the 2nd floor is all windows for panaramic ocean!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

D T.

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

Just lovely!

What a welcoming and lovely home! Well kept and very thoughtfully maintained. Thank you for making our stay and time on the beach such a relaxing and thrilling experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allyson W.

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

Cozy home away from home

This was our second stay at The Sandy Dog, and it hasn’t disappointed us yet. This home is equipped with everything we need, is spacious, clean, vibe is right and location is amazing. It was hard to go, and we cannot wait to return! Thank you for sharing Sandy Dog again with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy M.

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

Great Memories!

Sandy Dog is the best! What an awesome property. Great memories are to be had - amazing view & access to beach, we'll be back for sure - highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

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

Love Sandy Dog

Super close to the beach, with a second-floor view of the ocean - and we watched sunsets from the living room. Very modern interior. Looking forward to going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwan E.

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

Cousins

It was clean and very comfortable loved the sun room for breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne E.

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

Family time

We enjoyed the house and would rent it again. Great views of the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sha T.

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

Darling place

We found this location perfect, just a quick walk to the beach, general store and restaurant. The main bedroom bed is dreamy, very comfortable and actually could be the most comfortable I have ever slept on! The home has plenty of windows with a great view of the ocean, nice interior, plenty of space and there is a bonus sun room that we found as a nice surprise and very warm:).
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

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

Perfect cabin at Dillon Beach

Sandy Dog is a lovely property, and the location can't be beat at Dillon Beach. Just a short walk down the hill and you're in the sand. We brought our mini doodle and she absolutely loved it. The view from the comfortable living room is just incredible, and the kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. We will definitely seek out Sandy Dog again, next time we plan a trip to DB.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

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

Great home & location!

Great home - comfortable and big enough for our family of 5. Also, great location - very close to the beach (under 5 min walk to the sand). Linda was very responsive and helpful. We'd love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

raquell h.

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

Doggy owner heaven

We had a wonderful stay. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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