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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Waldport, OR
  • Place, Big Stump Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Alsea River
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Oregon Coast Trail
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Hallway: Bathroom 1

Hallway: Full Bathroom

On Suite Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Oceanfront Home, Hot Tub, and Beautiful Architectural Details!

Historic Dowd House - Meredith Lodging

Prepare for a cozy and wonderful stay in Historic Dowd House, a historic oceanfront home with two living areas steeped in classic Oregon Coast cottage detail. Perched on a high cliff above the southern side of Alsea Bay, you’ll have sea views from the home and panoramic outdoor views of the south and north sand spits, Alsea Bay and the Pacific. You’ll love the eclectic, old-world details of the cottage, from beamed wood ceilings, antique furnishings and an amazing rock-and-shell-embedded wood-burning fireplace hearth with clever sailing ships on the mantle. Fully equipped kitchen, along with a second living room, making this a great home to share with another family. There’s one ground-level bedroom with a nearby bath, and two upstairs sleeping areas, each with its own staircase. One side has a bath and two bedrooms, a queen and an ocean-view king with a charming twin bed with a window to the sea. The other side is a wood-lined queen suite with a private ocean-view deck. Located down a lane in a quiet residential area, Historic Dowd House is just up the hill from Waldport, walking distance to the Hilltop Cafe-Bistro, and an easy drive to all the fun activities in Newport or Florence, with all the stellar scenery in between.

PROPERTY DETAILS:

MAIN LEVEL: ENTRY LEVEL:
Living Room 1: Smart TV, Radio
Dining Room
Washer/Dryer
Wood burning fireplace
Bedroom 1: One Queen Bed, TV/VCR
Hallway: One Full Bathroom, Walk-In Shower Only

Living Room 2: TV, Radio
Electric fireplace
Kitchen
Other: Washer/Dryer

UPPER LEVEL 1:
Bedroom 2: One King Bed, One Twin Bed
Bedroom 3: One Queen Bed
Hallway: One Full Bathroom

UPPER LEVEL 2:
Bedroom 4: One Queen Bed, TV, Radio
Electric fireplace
One Full Bathroom
Outside: Hot Tub

If you wish to take a trip down to the beach, the closest and safest beach access is at Governor Patterson Memorial State Recreation Site. The listing does not have direct beach access from the home.

*Each home is individually owned. Amenities and furnishings are subject to change at any time. For questions on this, please contact our office.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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Property # 9726046
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

About the area

Waldport

Located in Waldport, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Waldport Heritage Museum and Wave Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Crestview Golf Club and Port of Alsea. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Waldport, OR

What's nearby

  • Big Stump Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Alsea River - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Governor Patterson Memorial State Recreation Site - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Oregon Coast Trail - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Historic Alsea Bay Bridge Interpretive Center - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Newport Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salty Dawg Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Beachside Buzz - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Chill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Espresso 101 - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Hilltop Cafe-Bistro - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Home, Hot Tub, and Beautiful Architectural Details! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Oceanfront Home, Hot Tub, and Beautiful Architectural Details!?

As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanfront Home, Hot Tub, and Beautiful Architectural Details! on 21 August 2026 start from NZ$775, 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 Oceanfront Home, Hot Tub, and Beautiful Architectural Details!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Home, Hot Tub, and Beautiful Architectural Details!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Home, Hot Tub, and Beautiful Architectural Details!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Home, Hot Tub, and Beautiful Architectural Details! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Alsea River and Governor Patterson Memorial State Recreation Site. Big Stump Beach and Oregon Coast Trail are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our time in waldport and newport. The house had everything we needed to cook meals and get a good nights sleep. The hot tub was very clean and nice view of the pacific ocean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The layout of the house gave everyone in our party the right amount of togetherness and privacy! The pine paneling, games and knickknacks made us nostalgic for previous trips to the coast—while the hot tub was a welcome upgrade for chilly mornings and late afternoons.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2025
Hi Jennifer! We are so glad your stay. We loved hosting your getaway and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location and views are wonderful. Had everything we needed and would highly recommend getting more comfortable beds. Makes you not want to stay longer than 3 nights. Very strict on no early check in or late check out. Overall it was very enjoyable.
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2025
Hi Cynthia! We’re so glad you enjoyed the location, views, and that the home had everything you needed for your stay. We understand that bed comfort can be subjective, but we’ll certainly share your feedback with our team for consideration. While our check-in and check-out times are firm to allow for cleaning and preparation, we’re happy to hear your overall experience was enjoyable. We’d love the chance to host you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robb R.

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

Much needed respite!

House is huge, view is incredible, perfect getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2025
Hi Robb! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and the stunning views. We loved hosting you and hope you will book with us again for another perfect getaway!
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything about this home was incredibly cute and beautifully decorated—it was such a fun place to stay. The views were absolutely breathtaking. I loved the unique layout with two sides to the home: two sets of stairs, two kitchens—it felt almost like a duplex, but we had the entire space to ourselves. The fireplaces were a wonderful touch and added so much coziness.The hot tub was a highlight for us, especially watching the sunset while soaking—truly unforgettable.The only downsides were that some of the beds weren’t the most comfortable, and the uneven floors posed a challenge. For my elderly father, who has balance issues, this led to a few near falls, which is worth noting for guests with mobility concerns.Overall, we’d give this place a solid 4.5 stars. We would most likely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 December 2025
Thank you for your review. We’re glad you enjoyed the decor, views, fireplaces, and hot tub — it sounds like a memorable stay. I’m sorry you found some beds weren’t comfortable and that the uneven floors created balance concerns for your father. We’ll share your feedback with housekeeping and maintenance. We appreciated hosting you and hope to welcome you back!
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen V.

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

beautiful views, comfy home, hot tub a hit!

We enjoyed the view, the house was comfy and well appointed. Needed beach towels for 8, not the 5 that were provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2025
Hi Karen. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the beautiful views and found the home comfortable and well appointed. We appreciate your feedback regarding the towels and will share these notes with our local team to help improve the guest experience. We loved hosting you and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

Was an amazing location

We all had enough room - publicly and privately for a long weekend w/family and friends. Considering making this an annual stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

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

Awesome location.

Well stocked. Quirky house. Perfect for the 2 families that stayed. Beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 April 2024
Thank you for your 5-star review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Dowd House, and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross N.

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

Cold, Rainy, Great!!!

Great property, and great location. Couldn't ask for any better.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 March 2024
Thank you for your 5-star review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Dowd House. We loved hosting you, and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James A.

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

Beautiful

Very nice house, loved the decorations, great ambiance
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 April 2024
Hi James, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback! We loved having you and your guests at our lovely home! We would be happy to host you again! Kind Regards, -Meredith Lodging
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Awesome

Awesome views- we rented both sides of the property. It was great for our family-
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 October 2023
Thank you for your 5-star review! We are so glad you had an enjoyable and stay. We loved hosting your family, and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey P.

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

Great location

Great location and a very unique place. I love the older homey style and feel of the place I would stay again :) That being said it’s very chopped up with two small living rooms downstairs and two little kitchens and two separate up stairs. It’s set up to rent two very small rentals so kinda strange but cool and if going with two couples would be great for a little separation :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2024
Hi Casey! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We loved hosting you at Dowd House, and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

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

Bike trip

The house fit all our needs and made our 1 night stay amazing. The house is so unique and we enjoyed all the little details the house had to offer. Thank you for hosting!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
Hi Sandy! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Dowd House. We loved hosting you, and hope you will return for a longer stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie T.

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

Amazing views and cozy home!

Our family had a fabulous time here! The beds were super comfortable ( not often the case at many other rentals we've stayed at), and we had everything we needed to prepare meals. Really nice touch that they supplied firewood too. Couldn't have asked for a better experience. We may have found our new favorite place along the Oregon coast!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
Hi Natalie! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad your family had an enjoyable and comfortable stay. We loved hosting you, and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

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

Beautiful View

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Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2024
Hi Jon! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Dowd House, and hope you will return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

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

Spring Break at Dowd House

We had a great stay at Dowd House. It is actually two connected units, which worked out for our group. The house is older, but clean and mostly functional. There were some quirks, like the bathroom doors that don't stay shut unless locked, but otherwise a great place to stay. We loved that it was quiet and secluded with great views of the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
Hi Kim! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so happy you enjoyed your Spring Break stay at Dowd House. We appreciate your feedback, and will share your review with our local team. We loved hosting your family, and hope you will return!
Verified

8/10 Good

Leslie M.

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

The upstairs was lovely, however …

The upstairs bedrooms were marvelous but the downstairs bedroom was so narrow it was difficult getting in and out of bed. The living room was nice but the furniture not suitable for elderly people with mobility problems. Firmer couches would be much better. The location was wonderful, all bathrooms were great and kitchen was well equipped. I did feel the price was too high.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2025
Hi Leslie! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, but we are sorry certain aspects of the home were not suitable for all of your mobility needs. We appreciate your feedback and will share your comments with our local property team. We loved hosting you and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Gabriele J.

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

Friends reunion in Waldport

Our group of 4 thoroughly enjoyed this house set above the beach. We had plenty of options for bedrooms and bathrooms. The kitchen was well-equipped. We just needed to buy some loaf pans from the local thrift store as one of our members makes a great bread. The views were awesome. We did morning walks along the highway to Governor Patterson Memorial State Park to access the beach. We did day trips to Newport, Perpetua Bay, Haceta Lighthouse, and Florence.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2024
Hi Gabriele! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with friends at Dowd House. We loved hosting you and hope you will return!
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzie M.

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

Peceful/Relaxing New Years

Property was beautiful and peaceful. Home did have a a lot of spyder webs. No screen in window in upstairs bedroom with daybed over looking ocean where the little one was suppose to sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 January 2024
Hi Suzie! We are so glad you had an enjoyable and comfortable stay. We appreciate your feedback, and will share your comments with our local property team. We loved hosting your family at Dowd House, and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Derryll D.

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

Friends Retreat 2024

We enjoyed our visit, there was plenty of seating in the living room, the beds were comfortable and kitchen well stocked with dishes and cutlery. So many knives and can openers. Knives were dull but we found a sharpener. We rented both sides and used the smaller kitchen for our "bar area". I prefer a house with more natural light, and with the dark paneling it was dark. Loved seeing the ocean from both rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 October 2024
Hi Derryll! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We loved hosting your friends retreat and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect for a thanksgiving gathering

This quirky cozy house was perfect for our thanksgiving celebration. We were a group of 7 friends with a couple dogs. The house is a mashup of a more modern, more open side and a cozy more cabin side. But most importantly for our group was the fact that there are two kitchens. This was fabulous for thanksgiving and would have been great to know in advance. We really loved the quirky vintage vibes of the older part of the house. It was really lovely to sit around the fireplace playing games (they have lots of games!) watching the ocean. We would absolutely stay here again. Although erosion has eaten away the beach access there is a public acess just a short drive away (you can walk it but a short portion is along the highway).
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 December 2024
Hi Amy! Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review. It sounds like the house was a wonderful fit for your Thanksgiving celebration, offering both charm and functionality. We're glad you enjoyed the cozy fireplace, ocean views, and the house's unique character. Thank you for noting the nearby public beach access as well; it's great to hear it was manageable even with the erosion challenges. We loved hosting your group and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly H.

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

Classmates reunion

We had a wonderful time at our little reunion of 3 couples. One couple from Corvallis, one from Medford and from Minnesota. The ocean view and location was exceptional. If I had any negatives, would be that the furniture is a little tired. Tables could be refinished. Also we were told there was a hairdryer, but there was only the box, no hairdryer! Neighbors were very friendly and welcoming. Very nice place to retreat to. Would definitely come back!! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
Hi Molly! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you and your friends enjoyed your stay at Dowd House. We appreciate your feedback, and will share your comments with our local team, as we are always striving to provide our guests with an excellent rental experience. We loved hosting you, and hope you will return!
Verified

4/10 Poor

DONNA D.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

would not stay here again

This house has the potential to be nice, but it was quite dirty and has an awful odor! I spent the first day cleaning to make it livable for our group. Called to complain the next morning - housekeeping came and did more cleaning. It was better, but the entire place still needed detailed top to bottom cleaning. The outdoor areas also dirty and in desperate need of yard detail. Overall presentation poor - except has nice ocean view.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2023
Hi Donna. We enjoyed hosting you; however, we are sorry to hear you were not fully satisfied with your stay. Dowd House is a popular rental with general wear and tear from a busy summer season, but we will share your honest feedback with our local property team and request a deep clean. We value your booking, and hope we have the opportunity to host you in another Meredith Lodging home in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Dowd house was a good stay. Plenty of room and pet friendly with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 kitchens! Loved the wood burning fireplace, and views from the upstairs rooms facing the coast. Waldport is a small town with only a few dining options, Mexican food place and pizza places were both wonderful. House is located on a high coastal bank. Getting to the beach was a bit difficult as the main pathway has had erosion and the stairs have been washed away on the final 10 feet down, so getting down was difficult. We were lucky to find a local who led us back another path down the beach that most would not know if he had not shown us. We also had a leak in the ceiling above the downstairs bedroom when someone was showering in the bathroom above and soaked part of the mattress below. Rental agency did offer to send someone out, but it was late on a holiday night, we managed as it was out last night. Amazing views, super comfortable beds. They would need to address the beach access, and leak in ceiling for me to return, but overall we had a fun time just the same.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Adrienne K.

Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Could not get in!

Was given 2 six digit codes to get in front door which were sent to my email. Unfortunately I have the Vrbo app. open which to me makes sense seeing that I booked and have used this app. on numerous Rentals. No codes sent to app. There we are with Groceries melting on porch with no way to get in!!!! Tried texting on app pleading with someone to call us on our phone and received no return to our 8 calls and texts???? My Dad arrives about 45 minutes later and starts walking around house and finds a phone number on top of carport NOT near front door. I call this number and a person answers and says let me reset door this may take a couple of try's?? But the real kicker is your 4 digit code NOT the six digit codes they sent to my email is the last 4 of your cell#. Why don't you let people know this an hour or so before check-in on the app??????. The app is there for a reason for the TOTAL transaction!!!! Very frustrating!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

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