Vacation Rentals by Owner

More than a house - it felt like home.

Guest: Oakie (Beavercreek, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 10/14/11 Review Submitted: 10/22/11

My sisters and I had a wonderful stay. The house was great, furnishing comfortable, well-stocked kitchen, outrageous view and comfortable beds - couldn't have had a better place. When you walk in, you feel the warmth of a home. In addition to that you get a work-out climbing the stairs into the house. Oceanside is a quaint community - relaxed, quiet, welcoming. I will look forward to another stay in this home at Oceanside. Thank you Terri & Hal.

Owner response:Thank you so much for your kind words. It really IS a home - ours and now others who can enjoy it too. We're glad you felt that way, and that you plan to come back again, Carolee. And thanks for taking your time to review the house on VRBO.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway.

A great September week in Oceanside!

Guest: The Scotts (Kirkland, WA)
Date of Stay: 09/11/11 Review Submitted: 01/30/12

We spent the most enjoyable week at this Oceanside home. The view, the kitchen (the view from the kitchen!), the deck, the decor -- all just so inviting and perfect. Thank you, Teri and Hal, for making your home available -- and especially for allowing us to bring our dog. Jackson was completely tuckered out from all the fantastic beach walks and we so appreciated being able to have him with us. We love spending time in Oceanside and are thrilled to have found our go-to accommodation for future trips!

Owner response:Thank you, Judy, for writing such a nice review of of the house. We hope you'll come back soon and be sure to bring Jackson ;-) Terri and Hal

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Honeymooner's review

Guest: Nancy and Bob
Date of Stay: 09/02/11 Review Submitted: 09/14/11

Terri: Bob and I just returned to Montana. I wanted to let you know just how much we enjoyed your beach house in Oceanside. It was absolutely perfect! The house was wonderful and we has such a great time. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your home. It will be a wonderful memory for us for the rest of our lives. We have been telling our family about Oceanside and how great the beach is there. We hope, in the next year or two to return with our family. Thank you Terri. Please give a big thank you to Hal from Bob. He had to see the US Open.

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August 2011 ~ Great Stay in Oceanside!

Guest: S&T (Vancouver WA)
Date of Stay: 08/24/11 Review Submitted: 08/30/11

Lovely beach house and perfect for a family get together. Very nice deck with great view and the beach is only a 3 minute walk away. Well taken care of home, clean and kitchen had everything one would need except an oyster knife :) nice linens and even comfy robes are there for the guests. We loved the little beach that was a 5 minute drive north of the house and the fresh seafood from Bay City. We would highly recommend this property except for elderly folk who would have trouble with the steep stairs.

Owner response:I'm so glad you found most of what you needed at the house. That elusive oyster knife! It has a white handle and probably faded into the background of the white drawer liner in the drawer between the sliverware drawer and the kitchen towel drawer. We eat oysters there all the time, especially those little kumomotos. Yum! I put the oyster knife in with the other knives now, so the next time you visit, it will be in the proper place! Terri

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Amanada B
Date of Stay: 05/20/11 Review Submitted: 06/12/11

The house was lovely, as always. Your house in Oceanside is the first place we check when we are thinking about going to the beach. Thank you for sharing it.

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Great House!

Guest: Colin (Seattle, Washington)
Date of Stay: 05/13/11 Review Submitted: 05/27/11

Amazing Beach Home! 2 families with children, plenty of space and all amenities supplied. Great views and access to the beach. Treasure hunts, sunsets, and beach hikes - Oceanside has it all. This was our 16th trip to the coast and this home is at the top.

Owner response:I'm so glad you had fun and that the house met your expectations. We hope you come and stay again! Terri and Hal

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

This house really IS warm and cozy!

Guest: Beth (Columbia, MO)
Date of Stay: 10/08/10 Review Submitted: 10/28/10

Our first day was rainy and cold, and we enjoyed the cozy warmth of the home. The view from the deck and the kitchen windows is spectacular. We cooked every night and had all the equipment we needed, as well as plenty of basic supplies. The house was very clean, and the bedding is exactly as described by previous reviewers. We slept soundly every night! We have rented several homes in the Oceanside area, and this was the best so far.

Owner response:Dear Beth, Thanks so much for the kind words. You, too, came from a long distance to stay in Oceanside, and I'm so glad that the house met your expectations. And thank you for leaving it in such great condition, much appreciated. Come see us again soon! Terri

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.

Wonderful family vacation

Guest: Sumer (Edmond, Oklahoma)
Date of Stay: 09/24/10 Review Submitted: 10/03/10

I would highly recommend this wonderful beach house. All of the rooms were warm, cozy and decorated very nicely. We loved the heated sheets and they were so comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped with everything that you need. The view is stunning! We really enjoyed eating and hanging out on the deck while watching the waves. We also really enjoyed going to the Tillamook cheese factory in town. Tillamook is a great little town with everything you need. We loved that the town of Oceanside is very small and private. We had such a wonderful vacation and made many precious memories with our three children. We will never forget the time we spent together in Oceanside. The owner is very nice and a joy to work with.

Owner response:This is very kind. You know, when someone comes all the way to Oregon from Oklahoma to stay at a home they found on the internet, sight unseen, you just have to hope that they like your house as much as you like it, and I guess they did, and that makes us very happy. Sumer and family, come back anytime, you are most welcome.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Comfortable, Well-Equipped Home with a Great View

Guest: mcfr (Portland, OR)
Date of Stay: 05/07/10 Review Submitted: 05/11/10

We spent a weekend here (two families, three little kids), and it was lovely. The beds were very comfortable. The house was clean and well-equipped. The view is unbeatable. We appreciate that they welcome dogs. We had everything we needed to cook nice meals. This house is an excellent value!

Owner response:I'm so glad you had a good time at the beach house and that you thought it was a good value. We want it to be a good value, because we want people to come and stay and enjoy this house as we do. For years, we didn't rent it and it stayed empty for weeks at a time as we led busy lives in Portland. And now, when we do rent it, it feels right that our house is filled with other people's enjoyment. And because everyone has taken such great care of it, we have never yet felt like renting it was a bad decision. And you left it in terrific condition, thanks so much! Terri and Hal

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Perfect Oceanside Home

Guest: Andersen (Portland)
Date of Stay: 04/30/10 Review Submitted: 05/10/10

Hi, My husband, two other couples, and family dog spent a May weekend at this fabulous Oceanside home. It more than comfortably accommodated all of us. There are four very comfortable queen bedrooms, so comfortable that all of us had to take a peak at the sheet brand-name! The kitchen is fully equipped. Nice everything, really. You can tell the owners have taken the time to really care for this house which feels more like a first home versus second home. The deck is great and overlooks an unblocked view of the ocean. Super close to the beach, cafe, and restaurant. We had a wonderful time and definitely plan to be back. Eileen Andersen

Owner response:You make me laugh! The sheets are 600 thread count from Costco! They wrinkle a little but are very comfy, for sure. We surely do hope you will return, Eileen, any time! And we agree, this is so much like our first home that we can't decide if this or Portland is really home. We hope that retirement gives us more time there to have two first homes - can't wait! Terri and Hal

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great place to watch a storm.

Guest: Rick961 (Canby, OR)
Date of Stay: 04/01/10 Review Submitted: 04/05/10

We were treated to a view of one of the biggest storms of the year during our stay. The house stayed cozy (and thankfully the power stayed on) as we watched the wind, rain and hail sweep in off of the Pacific. The view from the front room of the rocks and surf was great. Watching the hang gliders the day before the storm was also fun. The house is well set for a family get away with a well-appointed kitchen, large screen TV, and comfy furnishings. The beds are comfortable and the location in a quiet little beach community is perfect for stepping away from the bustle of the city.

Owner response:I'm so glad your power stayed on, we were worried! For those of you who worry about this (and the power commonly goes out during a storm), we have a cozy wood stove, wood, and a Coleman stove for cooking. Also oil lamps for light. And down comforters for every bed plus extra blankets. Actually, we love the storms and power outages at least for a day or two at a time! Terri and Hal

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners.

Guest: Adria1 (Portland, OR)
Date of Stay: 03/09/10 Review Submitted: 03/09/10

We were the first guests ever at this property last August, and it was very obvious that this is a loved and well-taken-care-of home. The bedrooms were all gorgeous and very comfortable. Great view, well-appointed kitchen, and such an easy walk to the beach. We can't wait to go back and we hope that the owners continue to have a good rental experience so that we will be able to! Thanks so much!

Owner response:Thank you so much for your kind words, Adria. They make us feel very happy. You are most welcome to come back any time. You left the house in immaculate condition and set the standard for future guests.

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Guest: Barbara88 (Portland, OR)
Date of Stay: 02/25/10 Review Submitted: 02/25/10

We had a fabulous time at this beach house. It is warm and cozy and the beds are heavenly - lots of down comforters and great pillows. The kitchen opens to the living area upstairs, so you can watch TV or participate with your family while making meals. Our children loved having their own area downstairs to play and watch movies, and it was nice for us to have our own adult space upstairs, too. There is ever kitchen gadget and spice you can imagine, with lots of basics like mayo and mustard and peanut butter and pastas, really convenient. The beach goes on forever, and when the tide is out, plenty of safe room for the kids to look for shells. We enjoyed the Schooner, but weren't able to go into Michikos with kids, so that was a disappointment. I would highly recommend the house to anyone who isn't looking for a big beach city atmosphere. There's little to do in Oceanside itself, so that's worth keeping in mind.

Owner response:Sorry about not being able to go to Michkos, we have the same problem ourselves with our grandbabies. I guess that means you'll have to come over again, but this time, just the two of you for a romantic interlude! Terri

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