Pictures can only tell so much, and usually the reality is somewhat less than the pictures. But this property far exceeds the lovely photos. Driving up to the property instantly transports you to a private wonderland. As you come through the front door, the ocean and your own private haystack greet you through the large windows. The home is appointed very thoughfully, and provisioned with all the cookware, dishes, openers, and things you'd have at your own home. The outdoor grill was spotless and grates oiled. The deck is enormous with plenty of comfortable chairs and just a few feet from a permanent firpit with seating for the whole group. The short trail to the beach has been thoughtfully cleared of rocks and presents a nice sandy walk. If you bring your four legged friends (as we did) they will be in dog heaven. Almost endless beach for them to run with very few other people or animals. The property is next to state park property so is extremely private as there is very limited access. Essentially, there is nothing to your left of the property except a lovely hillside covered with salal, windblown trees and a babbling creek.

If the outside sounds appealing, wait until you venture through the house with its soaring rock fireplace in the living room and master bedroom. The soaking tub in the master will actually accomodate two comfortably. Great room seating is very ample and comfortable and the dining table seats 10 easily. We brought our 4 adult children and their spouses (and two dogs) and had a wonderful time. If you want to visit Cannon Beach, it's a short drive away (but it is hard to leave this house for anything!). You can also venture south to some quaint coastal towns, visit Tillamook for some of its famous cheese or ice cream and play golf at a fun course outside of town.

The only downside of this property is that you have to leave it. But you can always come back. Highly recommended.