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Playing Hooky ~ Dog-friendly retreat, perfect location, short walk to beach

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Private kitchen
Interior
Living area
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Manzanita, OR
  • Place, Sunset Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Manzanita Golf Course
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Nehalem Bay State Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Playing Hooky ~ Dog-friendly retreat, perfect location, short walk to beach

Playing Hooky is beautifully remodeled, modern and airy -- just steps away from all of the shops and restaurants of Manzanita and a short walk to the beach. There is space for your entire group to spread out, with two living spaces and a large patio geared up for outdoor fun! Don't forget to bring your dog, they are always welcome at Playing Hooky! Monthly rentals are very common, significant discounts are available.
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About the area

Manzanita

Located in Manzanita, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Haystack Rock and Cannon Beach. Hoffman Center for the Arts and Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad are also worth visiting.
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Manzanita, OR

What's nearby

  • Hoffman Center for the Arts - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Neahkahnie Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sunset Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Manzanita Golf Course - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nehalem Bay State Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Cannon Beach Station - 19 min drive
  • Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roost Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Manzanita News & Espresso - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bunk House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wanda's Cafe + Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Neahkahnie Smoke House - ‬8 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karalynn O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A terrific place to stay in Manzanita—roomy, well put together and comfortable, with nice decor touches and a thoughtful welcome gift. Our little rat terrier loved the Pendleton dog bed and we loved the lighted patio to hang out in the evenings. Would stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great for our family.The upstairs space was perfect for kids. The location is walkable to everything in Manzanita - beach, playground, town, etc. Alia and Jason were great with communication as well. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication from the hosts from the get-go. The large and well-appointed home is spotless and exactly as described in the listing. Very thoughtfully stocked with basic condiments and baking/cooking staples… we had an excellent time!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay! The house had everything we needed. It was very comfortable and cozy. I would love to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this property! Attention to detail is evident everywhere. The entire house is beautiful, clean and modern. Thank you for another lovely stay! And thank you for the goodies upon arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredibly clean, comfortable and well equipped house. Would stay again without hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed, easy to host family dinners
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place to stay!

We would recommend playing hooky in Manzanita if you get the chance!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Francisco G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second stay. This is a beautiful home, and it has everything our family needs. The hosts, Alia and Jason, are very kind and wonderful people. Thank you for another fantastic stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

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

Perfect beach getaway

A lil gem in Manzanita. We loved everything about the house and will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great set-up for our family including our dog. Loved all the details - dog towels, beach gear, well appointed kitchen including spices. Very helpful welcome manual and the home was very clean. We can’t wait to book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alvin G.

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

Absolutely perfect

Our favorite place in Manzanita!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

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

Great pet and family getaway!

We loved everything about this home - location, walkability, comfortable linens and mattresses. This is one of the most well appointed rentals we have ever stayed in - will definately stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and Comforranle. Has all the kitchen and cooking utensils Quiet and close to everything in town
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

Super Stay!

Excellent location in town, superb layout, well appointed, clean and well supplied.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

quick family getaway

Clean, lovely, extremely welcoming, perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Amazing beach house

This house was perfect for our extended family beach vacation! Close to town and the beach. Perfectly appointed with everything we needed!! Would stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelda G.

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

Great Place

We were super comfortable! Excellent place for our family with kids+tweens!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

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

Great Time in Manzanita

What a wonderful home and fantastic owners. We had a great time and will definitely stay here again next time we’re in Manzanita!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

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

Walkable Location & Well Cared for Home

We had a great stay here and enjoyed the walkability to the beach/shops, the decor, and the well cared for and stoked home with everything needed for an extended stay.
Stayed 40 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie Lee G.

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

Perfect, relaxing, getaway for friends

Our friend group and dog spent a long weekend here, and it was just the best experience. Alia and Jason were so generous and the welcome giftbag was such a sweet touch. It was so peaceful, we actually god significant rest and relaxation time, and it was close enough to the beach / Manzanita shops that we could take the dog there for beach run-around crazy time. Could not have asked for a better experience and will be back again. I would go again right now if I could!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delina W.

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

Perfect

We loved our stay at Playing Hooky! 10 stars, we would definitely stay again.👍
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

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

Beach

Great spot. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

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

Comfortable, family getaway

Very comfortable place to stay for work and play. All systems worked well, appliances new, beach equipment in good shape, patio and large tables made family dinners easy. Kids loved the loft and Wii sports nostalgia. Highly recommend and planning a return visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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