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Rivers Edge Cottage on the Oregon Coast

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Exterior
Living Room and Kitchen is bright and spacious
Private kitchen
river view dining
great view down the river form enclosed porch

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Nehalem, OR
  • Nehalem Bay State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sunset Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Manzanita Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Rivers Edge Cottage on the Oregon Coast

This beautiful little cottage is perched on the edge of the Nehalem River just minutes from the ocean. When it's stormy at the coast this location is protected. The expansive deck and windows provide an excellent view of the river and a variety of wildlife including elk, bald eagles, heron, sea lions and of course fishermen. We recently enclosed the front porch providing an additional seating area overlooking the river.

The unit is located in a quiet clean RV park (Nehalem Shores), the pace is slow and the locals are friendly. Enjoy fantastic fishing or kayaking on the river, shopping nearby antique shops, wine tasting or kite flying...beach combing...horse back riding...surfing...Manzanita Beach.

You'll love the comfortable cozy feel of this cottage rain or shine. Laundry services and high speed wi-fi are available. The cottage is just a short drive from Portland but well away from the busy tourist hubbub. A fantastic weekend or vacation getaway spot.



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Property manager

PJ Swan

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

Adults only
Kids welcome but need supervision
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pets are welcome for additional fee, 2 max
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
please read rental agreement carefully for rules and expectations. By booking you agree to all as outlined in the rental agreement. Thank You

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

About the area

Nehalem

Located in Nehalem, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Haystack Rock and Cannon Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Nehalem, OR

What's nearby

  • Nehalem H Street Dock - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nehalem Bay State Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Sunset Beach - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Manzanita Golf Course - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Nehalem Beach - 10 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Cannon Beach Station - 21 min drive
  • Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Manzanita News & Espresso - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wanda's Cafe + Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Shop Manzanita - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Winery at Manzanita - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Offshore Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rivers Edge Cottage on the Oregon Coast pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rivers Edge Cottage on the Oregon Coast?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rivers Edge Cottage on the Oregon Coast?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rivers Edge Cottage on the Oregon Coast located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Nehalem H Street Dock and Nehalem City Park. Neahkahnie Lake and Nehalem Bay State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 92 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Nice, cozy place

It was a great place to unwind for a few days, wish we could stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana W.

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

Great cozy cottage on the river!

Very much enjoyed our stay at "River's Edge Cottage!" Loved watching the tide changes on the Nehalem River from the deck - or from inside on rainy days. The cottage had everything we needed and the bed was comfortable. Close to the ocean and lots to explore in the local communities. Hope to visit again!
Stayed 33 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S.

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

Peaceful lovely cabin on the river

Most favorite cabin to stay. It has everything. Wonderful owner, manager and neighbor. We have stayed there in autumn and winter, through snow, rain and wind storms. Best times always!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine E.

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

Sweet gem on the river

We loved this cozy little place with amazing views right on the river. We were a little worried about booking a stay during one of the coldest times of year but the place was very warm and cozy. Very clean and had everything we needed. Park host was also very helpful when we had a little trouble opening the key box.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful home and view!

We thouroughtly enjoyed our 4 night stay! The view was magnificient including the new window installed in the bedroom ! Place was clean, well equiped and very homey. It was quiet and others staying in park were very friendly. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

CYNDIE GRIFFIN Cyndie M.

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

Nehalem river

Everything was great. Took a few tries to get cable to work but figured it out with help from instructions on fridge.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas M.

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

Nice little stay!

Charming little home on the river was a lovely stay for the weekend. The river has a stronger current than expected for us novice kayakers but still fun. Only minor issue was fidgeting with the key lock for check in. The need was super comfy, and shower had great heat and water pressure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T.

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

Beautiful river and mountain view.

The view was so revitalizing and calming at the same time. The mornings were quiet and misty and the afternoons were sunny. Really nice deck. Well appointed cottage done in good taste. The bald eagle family were good entertainment.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S.

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

Favorite Vacation Getaway

This Nehalem home has always been our favorite place to stay. Always clean with every thing we need. The property manager and other neighbors are really friendly. On the river, close to other towns and the ocean, for little excursions. The perfect getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky T.

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

Little River Gem

The property has such a serene, picturesque setting and the house itself was spotless and fresh! We had a wonderful stay and PJ was always so responsive and accessible! It was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda T., Portland, OR

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

Beautiful

What a beautiful spot, the views of the river and surrounding landscape were stunning! Very friendly Management and neighbors at the park - we felt at home. The home is extremely clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Troy N.

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

Peaceful, Scenic...Excellent

Perfect size for two people that need a base for local exploring the coast. Spent our mornings and evenings on the great deck, looking at the peaceful river, eagles, kayakers and beautiful green landscape. Everyone is very friendly. Very quiet. Responsive communications with host. Highly recommend. Would always stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B., Sheridan, WY

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

A Beautiful Respite

I stayed at River’s Edge for a month, and I was made to feel welcome and as if I were staying in my own home. A beautiful time on the river, which allowed me a much needed time to re-energize and regroup. Loved it.
Stayed 29 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

River stay

Quiet absolutely beautiful view. Comfortable bed. I had everything I needed to investigate the area. Enjoyed the herons and the eagles.
Stayed 42 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen T.

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

Perfect little cabin

The listing didnt do it justice. The view of the river was incredible. The place was quiet and clean. Just enough space for 2. We were only a 30 minute drive from many of the coastal towns and were able to explore the area. I will definitely be booking again for the next trip. Just try to get there in the daylight, finding the turn to get in was a little hard in the dark.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda B.

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

Cozy Cottage with a River View, Inviting Community

We loved staying at this lovely, cozy cottage literally right on the river. Very clean and comfortable. The neighbors were so welcoming, and suggested Wanda's Cafe and Bakery in Nehalem, which is a delightful must-do. (Get there early if you want to snag any of the freshly baked breads to take home.) You will enjoy the indoor and outdoor amenities, which for us included two seals fishing and munching on their catch right in front of the cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Enjoyable time

This property was very clean, well organized and met our needs perfectly. Everything was provided as promised and just perfect. Just a short drive to the beach, and a very quiet neighborhood (well, except the guy across the street who swore like a sailor, but we just laughed). Lovely setting. Just what we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anesha K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great place to stay!

Overall very clean and nice place with lots of storage. Had a propane fireplace on porch but no propane tank for it. Also grill tank was empty on arrival. Had plentiful linens, blankets, towels and kitchen supplies. Had an issues with ants on arrival. Host and property manager were quick to resolve and do what they could to fix the issue.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

Perfect Little Getaway

The pictures of the cottage are accurate except for the view pictures. The view is even better when you see it in person. You are literally right on the river with little fishing boats and tons of wildlife to watch and even a herd of elk across the river at nightfall. The pictures of the cottage are exactly as you see. It is so cozy and very clean and so comfortable for a relaxing vacation. The kitchen is extremely well equipped with everything that you would need and the bed is so comfy. It was so lovely sitting on the back porch with a glass of wine in the evening staring at all the beautiful scenery and nice to have a covered area on the porch if it is raining. The neighbors in the park are so friendly especially Peggy the manager of the park. The owners are great and always available if you need them for something. I would not hesitate to recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway. It is only a short drive to Cannon Beach, Seaside, Tillamook and other little towns on the coast but a much quieter place than the more touristy places to stay. We will definately be returning to this lovely little cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

SANDRA Z., Virginia

Wonderful retreat on water, near ocean

We have just enjoyed the most relaxing month-long vacation. The unit is airy and well lit. The full kitchen made life easy for the days we chose to eat in (which were most). The area is full spectacular views, access to river and ocean beaches, and lots of great photo opps. The nearby town of Manzanita makes us want to move here permanently. The neighbors were quiet (still, it is January) with some year-round retirees. We were able to see seal, eagles, otters, geese, ducks and other birds from our windows and great deck. We are told there is internet, but we were never able to access with the code provided; but we had our own hotspot. Cable TV selection was somewhat limited. Local groceries were adequate yet pricey, but Safeway and Fred Meyer (a great store) were 25 miles away. These shortfalls were far exceeded by the restfulness of this place, small but adequate for our needs and our dog's.
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Jesse B., Seattle, WA

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

Beautiful riverside

Great location in Nehalem which is only 2 miles from Manzanita, the gem of the northern Oregon coast. Being right on the River was serene and blissful. A couple things to be aware of: - the bed is an older spring mattress and not comfortable; I left with a sore neck - birds fly into the clear glass on the sun deck and it’s heartbreaking. I was able to nudge one w the broom to the opening after it tried multiple times to fly banging into the glass. :( - the kitchen is very minimally stocked with no extras; I had to buy tin foil and was glad I brought spices and oil to cook with - the ice maker doesn’t work so bring ice if you want it! - in the winter it’s very DARK by 430 pm so a flashlight for guest to use would be great - the tv in the living room had some issues (static) but it sounds like that was a new issue the manager is looking into
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Lance S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard o.

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

Beautiful

Quiet, short drive to beach,
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

greg c.

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

Very clean and well equipped

Little house right on the river, well equipped and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel R.

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

Charming

My wife and I had a delightful stay at this property. The house was clean, neighbors were all friendly, and the views of the river are definitely a highlight. A great place to stay for a little getaway to the coast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by PJ Swan

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We live in Bend, Oregon but dearly love the Oregon Coast and are so thankful to have many good memories with family and friends at the coast. We also enjoy knowing our cottage helps others enjoy the coast and river as well.

Why they chose this property

Living in Bend in the high desert is lovely but the richness of the flora and fauna of the Oregon Coast is a great contrast. We like the small slower pace of the North Coast. Everyone we've met here is very friendly and has a funny story to tell. It's an ideal place to get rejuvenated.

What makes this property unique

We love watching the eagles who nest in a tree across the river from our cottage and of course the herd of elk we often see grazing in the morning and evening. It's also fun to keep an eye out for river otters or sea lions and of course watching the fishermen reel in some big fish is entertaining.

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