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Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, quarter mile from Heceta Beach

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Firepit
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Florence, OR
  • Place, Heceta Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Old Town Florence
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Three Rivers Casino
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

About this property

Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, quarter mile from Heceta Beach

Summary:

The Fortress at Heceta Beach



The Space:

Find the utmost in privacy as well as convenience at this tree-lined home in Florence, ideally situated within a short stroll of Heceta Beach.



This two-story home sits a quarter-mile from an access path to a peaceful stretch of Heceta Beach, a wonderful, tranquil spot for boogie boarding and beachcombing. The property itself is quiet, surrounded by beautiful coastal vegetation, and securely fenced for your dogs. In the surrounding area, you'll have great options for crabbing, fishing, hiking, and visiting such Oregon Coast landmarks as the Sea Lion Caves and Heceta Head Lighthouse.



Walk home from the beach in the afternoons to let your dogs play on the pebbly grounds, relax outside on the small front porch, or gather around the firepit to swap stories and ease the chill of the ocean waves.



The home's interior is bright, open, and inviting. Get started on dinner in the well-equipped kitchen, sit down to eat at the two breakfast bars, and spend the evening hours watching DVDs from the movie library and playing board games in the living room.



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There is no washer/dryer.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5178373vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Florence

Located in Florence, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Sandpines Golf Course and Ocean Dunes Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Darlingtonia State Natural Site and Jessie M. Honeyman State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Map
Florence, OR

What's nearby

  • Heceta Beach - 6 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Historic Old Town Florence - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Three Rivers Casino - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Sea Lion Caves - 16 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Heceta Head Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 24.2 km

Getting around

  • Eugene, OR (EUG) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Abby's Legendary Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, quarter mile from Heceta Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, quarter mile from Heceta Beach?

As of 1 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, quarter mile from Heceta Beach on 19 July 2026 start from NZ$281, 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.

What time is check-in at Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, quarter mile from Heceta Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, quarter mile from Heceta Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, quarter mile from Heceta Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Heceta Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of North Jetty Beach and Sand Master Park. Sandpines Golf Course and Ocean Dunes Golf Links are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised, great location near the beach and fenced yard for the dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anderson K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

Perfect place!

Myself, my 3 kids, and our dog had a wonderful time! Short walk to the beach and the neighborhood was quiet and friendly!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

Great place

Smelled clean and was a blast
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Trina B.

Awesome place

Every thing was wonderful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

Loved our stay

The location was perfect for us! Loved the private secured gate and fully fenced area! Would definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary b.

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

cozy cabin in a great location!

Everything you need for a weekend getaway to the coast!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

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

Enjoyable and comfortable

My husband and I had a wonderful stay here. It was as described. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything as listed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute property and well-kept. Neat and clean. The cleaning crew did a great job and was really on the ball, allowing for us to have an early check-in! Thanks again for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

A good place

We loved the location, the ease of the transaction. Everything works and we were ablew to be carefree.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

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

Private and perfect for quick trip

Smooth and easy check in process. The privacy of the property was great for our family and our dog! The house was super clean and had necessities minus groceries but Fred Meyer was less than 10 mins down the road. Beach was a short walk down 2 blocks, which was perfect. We enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Short Stay

Large, fully fenced yard for the dog. Starlink internet service. Good room layout. Quiet. Short walk to beach.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stanley S.

Great for dog and people too

The secure area
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob V.

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

Close to beach

Very easy walk to the beach. Property was clean and comfortable. Communication was prompt and clear.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

A great and private space to enjoy your Oregon adventure!

We have stayed here twice and absolutely love that there is a large yard with a privacy fence. In addition, the beach is only a block away which is great. There are so many fun things to do in the area and we thoroughly enjoyed a sandboarding experience behind the Fred Meyers in Florence. I would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

vicky h.

Quiet and private.

Very easy short walk to beach. East drive to restaurants and shopping.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Denise E.

Denise and Sammi, marylans

Peaceful private location close to the beach. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Comfortable and dog friendly

The Fortress is a nice little place. Very clean, Comfortable, dog friendly, and close to lots of fun things to do. It had all the things we needed from kitchen items to crabbing gear. The securely fenced yard provides privacy and a safe place for the dog. As someone who often travels with my dog, I found this to be the most dog friendly vacation rental I’ve ever stayed in.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jay P.

Great spot!

This place was great! A short walk right to the beach. Plenty of towels available as well as pillows. If I had one minor suggestion it would be to have instructions on how to use the tv and the recliner. lol. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2024
Hi Jay, thank you for sharing your positive feedback during your stay. We are pleased to know that you had a great stay with us. We appreciate our guests' suggestions about adding instructions on how the TV and the recliner work as a means to improve and we have forwarded your comments along to our property management to consider in the future. Thank you for your stay, and we hope to welcome you back soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Erlita C.

Perfect private getaway

We loved the tall completely fenced yard and all the puppy amenities! There is a fire pit and crab pots. It was just minutes away from the Suislaw River where we love to kayak as well! Immaculate house with three king beds (2 bdrm) and beautiful ocean life decor!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Renae M.

Great for a small family or a few old friends

I stayed with my daughter so two women alone for the weekend. The Fortress is just that!! We felt so safe and secure! We had a great relaxing time. The place is so private and secluded but yet surrounded by neighbors. It is close to everything in Florence. We had a great time walking down to the beach, the directions on the inside of the door were perfect, I just snapped a picture and away we went. It was very easy to find. Plenty of towels and bedding.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

The Prefect Getaway

This is the cutest house in a perfect location with great restaurants nearby and the beach right around the corner. Perfect spot for one or two couples. Fenced in yard and a firepit. Pictures online do not do it justice. Will definitely be back. Turns out I know the artist of the paintings inside too! Cool!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carly N.

Beach house getaway

We really enjoyed our stay here , I have two kids and two dogs and it was perfect for the beach , a two min walk and we was on heceeta beach , having the yard fully enclosed with a fence meant I could relax knowing my kids and dogs couldn’t escape . The house was lovely , clean and inviting . Got good use out of the fire pit , made s’mores which the kids love . All round perfect few days . Thank you . Oh and Florence old twin was wonderful and we visited the sea lion cave s as well which was super cool .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

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