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Sandy Dog is just a short distance to the beach .

Cottage in Dillon Beach with kitchen and patio

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Room
Exterior
Exterior detail
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dillon Beach, CA
  • Place, Dillon Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Graton Resort and Casino
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Sonoma Plaza
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1 & @

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double 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 alongside house

**We do not allow boats, RV'S, campers to park alongside this cottage
**Please note that the living room photo showing the ocean view has been digitally edited. Telephone poles and lines that are present in the village have been removed from this image for aesthetic purposes.

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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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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
  • Graton Resort and Casino - 33 min drive - 47.5 km
  • Russian River - 34 min drive - 47.7 km
  • Sonoma Raceway - 54 min drive - 75.5 km
  • Sonoma Plaza - 57 min drive - 73.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Valley Ford Cheese & Creamery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Nick's Cove - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dillion Beach Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Coastal Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dinuccis Italian Dinners - ‬14 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). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandy Dog is just a short distance to the beach .?

As of 1 February 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandy Dog is just a short distance to the beach . on 4 February 2026 start from NZ$1,325.24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sandy Dog is just a short distance to the beach .?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house so close to the beach. Kitchen was very well equipped! We had a wonderful time for a girls trip and would stay again in the future. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER J T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property! Easy walk to the beach with wonderful views. Hot tub and sheltered outdoor dining was a bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful ocean view! We did not use the hot tub so are hoping the fee for that of 40 can be credited. The community in & around Dillon Beach was fun. We went crabbing & fishing out of Bodega Bay & had a fish & crab feast one night.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

judianne w.

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

Quick vacation

We had a wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great place to stay. The wide open plan on the upper floor provides a great view of the beach and ocean, the close walk to the beach eliminates the need to drive and amenities are superb.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyson W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
1st, 2nd, and also the 3rd time was a charm. We love the Sandy Dog. Always checked all of our boxes for location, amenities, and vibe. Can’t wait to go again for the 4th, 5th or 7th time. Thank you for more amazing memories, Sandy Dog!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our third time staying in this house and it’s absolutely wonderful. We look forward to our girls trip every year and I’ve already booked it for next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

darcey s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Twas lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan L.

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

Nice home with a short walk to Dillon Beach

We had a short stay with our family of 5 home was nice with great views of the ocean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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

Dawnette L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect! Picked this house for the location. All the extra amenities were a huge bonus. Extremely family friendly, baby gate, beach toys and wagon made this trip so much easier. Thanks again.The Lear family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee Dee F.

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

Sandy Dog

Sandy Dog was a wonderful get away for our family. It’s not only a wonderful location, it’s close to the beach, very comfortable, super clean, and had everything needed to make our stay absolutely perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 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

Christopher l.

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

brief getaway

wife and I enjoyed the weekend and the functionality of the property was really good
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty R.

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

Perfect for family!

We had a few families staying at various homes in the same neighborhood. This house was perfect for us. The views of the ocean were amazing, and the remodeling that has been done is beautiful. The property manager was quick to respond to questions we had before our reservation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat S.

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

Perfect

The Sandy dog was perfect for our needs. Well stocked, awesome location, and beautiful views from the house. We will choose it again as we come to Dillon Beach annually. This was our first year having a service dog with us and it was a great choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

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

JUDITH G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was everything we wanted and more. We couldn't have asked for a cozier, clean, well equipped, comfortable, beautiful home. That, and the gorgeous view makes it a five star rental for sure! Due to all the rain, the patio furniture was too wet to use, but these things happen. We also didn't get around to using the hot tub. I do suggest the BBQ get a good cleaning, it was pretty dirty. But we put our food in foil and used it anyway. I would also suggest that renters know in advance they'll only get one roll of paper towels, so they can bring more if they want. But overall, this home is an absolute delight. We loved every minute of our stay, and definitely recommend.
Gorgeous view!
FYI... no dogs allowed on the furniture. Luckily, he loved his camping chair
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Beautiful home

We really enjoyed our stay. The place was clean and had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

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

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

Cindy S.

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

The Perfect Beach Getaway!

We loved our stay at The Sandy Dog! The view, sun room, hot tub, outside shower, comfy chairs to gather with an easy walk to the beach all made for a super fun stay. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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

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

Dan B.

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

Great location

This house was great for our family. A couple minute walk to the beach and general store. Just a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

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