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BEACH, OCEAN FRONT, BAY FRONT HOUSE GREAT FOR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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View of the back side of the house
Kitchen
Main floor great room
Spacious Kitchen with an amazing view of the Bay
Living area on main floor with breathtaking views of dunes and ocean

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8343.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Holly Beach
  • Place, Oregon Coast Trail
  • Place, Port of Alsea

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom in Annex

1 King Bed

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Game room

1 Single Bed

Loft in annex

2 Single Beds

Main Upstairs Bedroom

1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Child Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Upstairs smaller bedroom

1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Floor

Toilet

Privat bath off master bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

BEACH, OCEAN FRONT, BAY FRONT HOUSE GREAT FOR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS

We look forward to you staying with us, please contact me if you have any questions,
541 224-4470.
Sandcastle Retreat’s location in the Bayshore community is a perfect place to spend quality time with family and friends or for a quiet group retreat.

Annex only included upon request.

Just steps off the deck of this beautifully appointed 3700 sq ft home is the amazing beach this area is known for. Nature lovers will enjoy viewing the Bald Eagles nesting in the evergreens across the bay, pelicans diving for fish, California seals playing in the water or basking on the beach (please keep your distance from them especially the pups) and, during the migration season, whales can be spotted just offshore. We also have Western Snowy Plovers nesting on our shores, please be mindful of these little shore birds. Kids will have great fun on the sand dunes and everyone can enjoy beach combing for treasures from the sea or just enjoying the views of the ocean and bay.

Straight out from the house and to the right is the ocean side where you can enjoy walks on the beach at low tide with body surfing at high tide or just getting your toes wet at low tide.

To the left of the house you can walk over some dunes and explore where Alsea Bay flows into the Pacific Ocean. (Be aware of the tides, as the current can be quite strong, also beware of sneaker waves). Don’t miss the opportunity to set out crab pots, which are available for hire locally (please follow all local laws) to make delicious dinners.

The conditions on the beach change with the season and the weather but always offer opportunities to get in touch with nature.

At night you may enjoy a fire on the beach off the deck and away from the beach grass (please be very careful about extinguishing the fire properly, use water do not cover with sand) or stargazing with wonder at the majesty of the Milky Way.

Indoors at night or on rainy days your group can entertain themselves with ping pong, foosball, puzzles, games, large smart screen TV with wireless internet. Or settle down with a book from our large collection.
Whether indoors or outdoors kids never tire of playing hide and seek.
From the main living area you will enjoy the beautiful sunsets.


The accommodation:
5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths provide lots of space for privacy while 3 large living areas allow for different simultaneous activities and/or meetings.
There are 16 beds of different sizes to choose from, this includes the annex which is only available upon request.

Main house: Upstairs from the main entry, huge picture windows in a spacious living and dining area look out to the dunes and ocean. The u-shaped couch makes it easy to converse or play games. The fully equipped kitchen will inspire the chefs in your group to create delicious meals to be enjoyed around the table that seats 13. There are place settings for 20.

Also on this level is a half bath and owner's bedroom with ocean and dune views with king size bed, en suite bath with accessible walk-in shower.

The main level is wheel chair accessible with a ramp from the carport around the side of the house to the back deck. The ramp is a little steep and sand could make it difficult, we do our best to keep it cleared from the sand. Please use caution.

The upper level of the main house has two bedrooms: one with a queen size bed and an alcove with two twin beds and a crib size mattress. This bedroom is perfect for a family group. The second bedroom has a bunkbed (twin on top, full on bottom plus a twin trundle under). A full bathroom is between these bedrooms. Spectacular views of the beach and bay from this level also.

The lower level of the main house has a huge rec room, another bedroom, full bathroom with tub/shower and laundry room. Spacious couches to lounge on, a large flat screen smart TV and DVD, a foosball, and ping pong table mean this could be the perfect party space. The bedroom on this level is located off to the side with a queen size bed and a bunkbed (full on bottom and twin on top) offering sleeping for another family group. There is a window with a partial view of the bay. A roll out twin bed stored in the closet on this level can be moved out for use.

The annex is located across the carport. In the upstairs there is a living area with full kitchen and dining table seating 6. A comfortable couch and twin daybed with twin pull out trundle offer more sleeping or lounging area to enjoy the flat screen TV. A separate bedroom with king size bed has full bath with shower and tub. The two twin beds in the loft are comfortable for sleeping or as a play area. Many windows offer beautiful views of Alsea bay. The annex is only available upon request.

Plenty of beach towels in a basket outside the laundry room are provided for your convenience.

Two car garage with access to an electrical outlet for electric vehicles with additional washer and dryer.

8 cars total can fit in garage and driveway. No street parking.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Sand toys, art station, books, high chair
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waldport

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Bayshore, a neighbourhood in Waldport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Seal Rock State Park and Ona Beach State Park, while Waldport Heritage Museum and Ocean Beaches Glass Gallery are cultural highlights. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Waldport, OR

What's nearby

  • Holly Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Historic Alsea Bay Bridge Interpretive Center - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Oregon Coast Trail - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Port of Alsea - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Big Stump Beach - 6 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Newport Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Beachside Buzz - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hilltop Cafe-Bistro - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Salty Dawg Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fresco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Espresso 101 - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BEACH, OCEAN FRONT, BAY FRONT HOUSE GREAT FOR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BEACH, OCEAN FRONT, BAY FRONT HOUSE GREAT FOR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEACH, OCEAN FRONT, BAY FRONT HOUSE GREAT FOR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BEACH, OCEAN FRONT, BAY FRONT HOUSE GREAT FOR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bayshore holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Alsea River, Holly Beach and Oregon Coast Trail. Historic Alsea Bay Bridge Interpretive Center is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 194 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Sandcastle Retreat

Our family enjoyed our stay at the Sandcastle Retreat.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michele K.

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

Great location

Tons of room and beautiful location. Worked perfect for our family and having an adult daughter in a wheelchair, I appreciated the accessibility. Would love to stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Laurie M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large enough for our family and the weather was beautiful.

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristi S.

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

Wonderful getaway

House more than met our expectations, was clean and well-provisioned, and worked very well for a large family group with multiple zones for sleeping and hanging out. Location right on the beach was perfect! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Great time

Loved the location and relaxing atmosphere!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin O.

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

Another great stay!

This is our 5th time using this property and we couldn't be more pleased. The size is great for our large group and you can't get a better spot on the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

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

Annual Family Beach Trip

Stellar...as usual.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha N., Bend Oregon

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

Fun was had by all!

Great space for 4 families, 7 kids, ages 2-10, had a wonderful time playing in the sand! Weather was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

Waldport

This property is amazing! The location is absolutely beautifully. It was more than we expected and we hope to visit again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

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

It had everything we needed

We had a great stay the house was clean and it had plenty of room for everyone. We enjoyed our our time there. The beach was so close! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Samuel C.

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

Graduation Celebration!

Great location, quiet and roomy. Lots of space for multiple families. Well stocked with town a 5 minute drive if you need anything!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Abigail L.

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

Lovely

Great views, comfortable, spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

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

Excellent location to see the ocean.

This was my second time renting this property. We really like going there. The kitchen is very stocked with everything you need. The view of the bay and ocean from inside the house is awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Home and Location

This is our second time staying at this home and we have loved it both times. It is the perfect location for crabbing or enjoying time on the beach. The kids had so much fun playing and running down the hill in the backyard sand. You will not be disappointed in choosing this home or location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

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

Halloween

We absolutely loved our stay. We went trick or treating around the cove. The house has every we needed including stuff for babies. This is our 2nd time there and we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Misty M., Vancouver, WA

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

Plenty of space!

We are a group of 3 families with older teens/young adult kids who vacation together every year. This home had plenty of room for us all to spread out, a fantastic beachfront location, and extras like ping pong and foosball to add to the fun.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Suzi G.

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

Very Adequate for our needs.

Lots of room and comfortable beds. More than enough kitchen items for all our needs along with a very big table to eat at.. So convenient to the ocean and bay. The little sandy cove next to back porch is great for little kids, though shoes should be worn, broken shells and sticks. Lots of sand toys, books, games. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Sharon C.

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

Great house!

Excellent house for a large group. House was well furnished and the kitchen had more than ample dishes, pots and pans, condiments etc. The driveway leading into the garage has a large pothole that needs attention. Would definitely consider renting again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Rebecca M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas 2021

This is our second stay and we enjoyed the location and layout of the house. We did find that a couple of the beds were full of sand when we arrived (not sure the bedding had been changed) and there were several things stuffed under the couches (probably from previous guests). Overall the house was good and we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Kim Z.

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

Unexpected adventure

Unique home in a unique area, with both an adventurous location and weather. Great deal for all of the above, plus the home size and number of people it can accommodate. Would love kitchen cabinet space for pantry items, a couple touch ups (bedding, interior paint), and cleaner storage for toys, games, books that they generously provide. If you love beaches, this is a unique experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful house. Excellent location. Not accessible

This house was perfect for our spring break. The location and views can’t be beat. It had great amenities, with ping pong, foosball, games, a well stocked book shelf, and lots of towels and throw blankets. The house is listed as accessible, but The only issue we had was that my mom isn’t very mobile and this house was very difficult for her to get into. The accessible entrance wouldn’t have worked if she didn’t have a scooter. She couldn’t walk it and it was too steep for a chair. Also, no grab bars in the accessible shower and the seat isn’t functional. We made it work, but anyone with less mobility might have a difficult time. Other than that, this house is AMAZING. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

saeid d.

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

Short stay for a weekend

We were two families with kids staying for a couple of nights. We had the experience staying in another rental property in a similar price range at the same street in the past. Pros: - The house is roomy and its main floor and upstairs are bright and getting good sunlight. - It is located in the sand and beach which is a great feature for kids. - We were worried about lack of games for kids, but we got surprised with the plenty of books exist in the house for kids. Cons: - The condition for cleanness was not good. Sand exist in the lower bedroom and the attached room to the upper bedroom. Spider webs exist in the drawer of the bed in the lower bedroom. We spotted ants in the main living area and small other insects in the upstairs bedroom. - We had only one communication with the owner and expecting a faster reply. On the last day, we were short in time to pack for checkout at 11:00am. I sent a text message as well as left a message in the vrbo website to the owner at 9:40am to check whether or not we can get a couple of hours extension. I received a reply accepting our request at 11:05am when we already packed and ready to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great for families

This place is HUGE. The most difficult thing about staying here was deciding where to sleep... so many choices! We travel with our family a couple times a year. Our daughter and son-in-law often comment on beds being too hard/soft. Our son and his wife are also very particular. All agreed their bed was comfortable. We cooked great meals together, and found the kitchen very well stocked with equipment and dishes/cutlery. Main floors are tile, so easy to clean. Our only complaint was that the carpets that are there need better cleaning. But that was based on visible stains, not dirt. We loved the large sofas and the dining table was perfect for us. Highchair was very appreciated. The downstairs game/tv room was also great. We could put a movie on in the afternoon for 'rest' time, and not hear it upstairs. The house sits in a bit of a sheltered bowl, which made it feel very safe with little children running around. Lots of sand toys, too. It is a bit of a hike down to the beach, but only hard if you have mobility issues, and it is just soft sand- no tricky stairs. The beach is very wide and wonderful for long walks, and also had very few people. We felt like this was a great choice for us as a family. I would certainly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a wonderful time at this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Nicole Sharp

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Our family includes kids, parents and grandparents. We love staying here for family vacations, all or some of us, often with friends and their kids.

Why they chose this property

Our family dreamed of owning a beach home for decades. We finally found the perfect house at the perfect location, for our family to enjoy for generations. We love Waldport because it is a quieter and not as crowded as other coastal areas. There are restaurants and grocery stores, and our house is just a short drive to shopping and other major coastal attractions.

What makes this property unique

We love watching the kids exhaust themselves on the soft sand dunes through the huge picture windows as we relax and visit with friends and family. We enjoy walking from the bay side of the beach to the ocean side, watching the seals, beachcombing, building forts with driftwood, and kite flying.