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On Beach Time – Vintage Cottage Near the Surf

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4840 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

On Beach Time – Vintage Cottage Near the Surf

On Beach Time – Vintage Cottage Near the Surf

Welcome to On Beach Time, a mid-century beach cottage tucked into the trees at the top of a quiet hill in Heceta Beach. Built in 1956 and lovingly preserved, this 840 sq. ft. retreat sleeps 4 and offers a rare glimpse into the area’s coastal history — with charming vaulted ceilings, rustic cedar walls, and quirky architectural details throughout.

Just 1.5 blocks from the sand, it’s easy to enjoy long beach walks, sunset views, and the sounds of crashing waves. Inside, the open-concept living room, kitchen, and dining area make gathering easy, whether you're preparing meals, playing games, or relaxing by the electric fireplace on a cool coastal evening.

Step outside to an 8x20 wind-protected deck—fully fenced and gated for your four-legged family member. The deck, accessible right off the kitchen, catches morning and early afternoon sun and features a picnic table perfect for casual outdoor dining.

Though officially a 1-bedroom home (due to one shared closet), you'll find two separate sleeping areas: one with a queen bed, the other with a king. The full bathroom includes a shower-tub combo, and there’s a dedicated laundry room with a washer and dryer for your convenience.

A true Heceta Beach original, On Beach Time blends retro charm with everyday comfort — ideal for couples, small families, or anyone craving a peaceful getaway just moments from the shore.

Amenities:
40 inch TV in Living Room - 40 in the master bedroom
Roku streaming internet television and SlingTV (ESPN, ESPN 2 & 3, NFL Redzone, SEC ACCN, BIG Network Pac12, MLB, GOLF, FS2, NHL, & NBA, AMC, CNN, HGTV, Comedy Central, Disney, Cartoon Network, TNT, TBS, A&E, History, Travel & more.) Plus all the networks
427 mbps wi-fi Internet - desk in king bedroom
phone w/nationwide & Canada long distance - only Verizon cell phones work at the house
Picnic Table
Games & Books
Beach Toys
Hair Dryer
Towels, linens, blankets and pillows
Full Size Washer & Dryer
A fully outfitted kitchen - electric range, refrigerator, microwave, Keurig and Drip Coffee maker, plus all the pots pans dishes and flatware you'll need
Cleaning Supplies, Paper Products and Coffee Filters.
Dog Friendly - sorry no cats - 2 dog limit
Very Limited on street parking 2 medium cars or 1 large SUV - no trailers
Maximum people: 4
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs Pet friendly
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Close and lock all windows and doors
Hand wash dishes - we will put them away
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Minimum age to rent is 25. Guest is required to sign a Renter Agreement.
Renter Agreement must be signed within 24 hours after booking. For last-minute reservations, agrmnt must be signed before check-in info will be sent.
NO Smoking. NO parties/events. Quiet Hours are from 10PM - 8AM. For pet-friendly properties, only dogs are allowed.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Florence

Located in Florence, this cabin is near the beach. Historic Old Town Florence and Suislaw River Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Darlingtonia State Natural Site and Jessie M. Honeyman State Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Florence, OR

What's nearby

  • Heceta Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Historic Old Town Florence - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Three Rivers Casino - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Sea Lion Caves - 15 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Heceta Head Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 22.5 km

Getting around

  • Mahlon Sweet Field Airport (EUG) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Abby's Legendary Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On Beach Time – Vintage Cottage Near the Surf pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at On Beach Time – Vintage Cottage Near the Surf?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at On Beach Time – Vintage Cottage Near the Surf on Jun 15, 2026 start from $144, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at On Beach Time – Vintage Cottage Near the Surf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On Beach Time – Vintage Cottage Near the Surf?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is On Beach Time – Vintage Cottage Near the Surf located?

Situated by the sea, this cabin is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Heceta Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sand Master Park and North Jetty Beach. Sandpines Golf Course and Ocean Dunes Golf Links are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Relaxing stay

The property met all expectations and we enjoyed our stay. Would gladly stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

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

Great stay

The property was as listed. Very clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our weekend in Florence. Short walk to the beach and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonja and Jim T.

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

Extended getaway

Only planned on a little escape from the everyday bustle
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen d.

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

Beach Time

Small but accommodating for 4 adults. Close walk to the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate D.

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

Wonderful relaxing getaway

Everything about our stay went great! It was easy to locate, and clean and nice when we got there. The kitchen was well stocked and there was plenty of room for us and our fur baby. We enjoyed being close to the beach and the neighborhood was quiet and safe. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sheila k.

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

Perfect location!

We had a great stay at this home. The owner put a lot of thought into making it a comfortable and cozy place for guests. Everything was very clean and having the washer/dryer included was very convenient. We were able to bring our golden retriever and I think he just had the best time ever with the proximity to the beach and nearby hiking trails. I would definitely recommend this vrbo.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen & Michael C.

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

Clean Comfy Cottage

This cottage is clean and comfortable! Everything we needed was there in the kitchen, bathroom and bedrooms. This is a classic 1950's beach cottage and we loved it. The property management let us check in early, Leslie was super nice and very professional. We will visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love this place. The cottage is cozy, with big windows that catch the sunset, a fenced deck that my dogs and I both loved, a well-equipped kitchen, and the bed was super comfortable. The neighborhood is quiet, the beach is a quick walk away (although a steep hill to climb on the way back) and it’s huge and empty. Florence is a nice little town. The center, with restaurants and shopping, is a few miles away with lots of useful stuff (like grocery stores) in between. Yachats and Cape Perpetua are not far. When one of my dogs got sick on the last day and I had to extend my stay, management was flexible. I’ve adopted this place and hope/plan to return next year.
Stayed 19 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Birthday 42

Rain rain rain but cozy cozy cozy. Old Florence the Best. Fireplace out of commission but heat pump worked just fine. Walk to Haceta and be impressed - as always - with the OCEAN
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Like being at home but better. Beautiful quiet place. Full kitchen . Deck ,grill , and washer and dryer were a life saver! We packed very light for 2 people coming from Florida. A and grateful we did not have to sat in super expensive crappy hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Christy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

It would of been nice without the smell.

As soon as you walked in, you could smell the damp musty/mildew. I had a hard time breathing and had to wear a mask so I could sleep in the bedroom. I get there by the ocean but really should not have carpeting without a proper dehumidifier.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

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

Fishing trip.

We were pleasantly surprised at the accommodations. Will stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pam d.

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

Magical!

This beautiful cottage exceeded my expectations! It was very cozy and a short walk to the beach. It was in close proximity to everything you want to see while providing the perfect escape if you just want quiet time! Loved every minute of my time there! Leslie was awesome too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melody a z.

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

Peaceful spot.

Very homey and relaxed. Just perfect for a quiet get away, a short walk to the beach.. Definitely recommend this to others. Only thing we would suggest is a bit more light in King bedroom
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

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

Just what I needed

I was so impressed with the warmth and coziness of the home. Very welcoming, in fact a lovely card & note was there to welcome me. I loved the comfort, the homey, beachy decor, all of the extra touches to make it especially nice and the peace and quiet. Would love to visit again in the near future. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

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

Sweet place

Sweet place to hang out! Close enough to the beach that you want. Close enough to town that you can drive and eat at some really great restaurants or find other activities to do in town. This house is small, but very cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

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

Excellent beach house

We loved staying in this cozy home. Leslie was excellent at commmunicating with me, and helped replace the broken coffee pot immediately. It's just a 5 minute walk to the beach and the little view of the ocean was just enough to feel like you're right on the beach. We also appreciated the beach toys for my toddler. It's a very well thought out rental and one that I would visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristal G.

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

Thanksgiving Getaway

We really liked the easy instructions and welcome greeting! Thank you for allowing our dogs, location to beach was super convenient and the neighbors were nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rabecca A.

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

Great place!

The house was perfect for two couples. The decor is tastefully done. It was stocked with everything needed and more…books, games, first aid kit. The kitchen included enough dishes, utensils, drink ware and cookware options. The location was perfect for walking to the beach or a quick drive to Florence. We visited Thor’s Well and Heceta lighthouse. We hope to return when we visit the area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen l.

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

Great.

Our friends cancelled on us last minute so we enjoyed the little beach home all by ourselves!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

DASSANCE R.

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

Fun place close to the beach

This was a nice getaway, just a super short walk to the beach. It had decent amenities and a nice welcome package and note that was a lovely touch. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Collette L.

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

Great time in Florence!.

Great except roosters next door! 5:45 AM.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Florence stay

Super comfortable king size bed; quiet stay, but you need to enjoy the sound of roosters and chickens from next door; its something to consider. The nice neighbor did offer us fresh eggs anytime! Taking garbage out is a bit difficult and not easy for seniors and the brick walkway can be dangerous; lots of bricks raised up. Nice and close to beach. We had a nice rest
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather D.

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

Funky beach cottage

Lovely weekend , perfectly located in Heceta beach. Eclectic place, cozy. Well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Just loved this home! Comfortable. Clean. Loved the decor! Washer and dryer which is a plus when traveling. Only one thing: there are roosters next door so bring your earplugs! Lol.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

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