Elk Haven (previously Barefeet Retreat)-2 decks, dogs Ok, BBQ, close to beach

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A wooden deck with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a table set for dining.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with stools.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a fireplace, and a wooden staircase.
A modern living room with a wooden spiral staircase, a television, and a bookshelf.
A stone fireplace with a wooden mantel, a framed artwork above, and a potted plant to the right.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Foosball on-site
    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Sunset Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Nehalem, OR
  • Place, Sunset Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Neahkahnie Lake
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Oswald West State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony

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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. Travelling with kids? Consider Hoffman Center for the Arts and Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad. Windsurfing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hunting nearby.
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Map
Nehalem, OR

What's nearby

  • Sunset Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Neahkahnie Lake - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hoffman Center for the Arts - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Oswald West State Park - 2 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Nehalem Bay State Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Cannon Beach Station - 18 min drive
  • Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Neahkahnie Smoke House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wanda's Cafe + Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Manzanita News & Espresso - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Winery at Manzanita - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Roost Coffee - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elk Haven (previously Barefeet Retreat)-2 decks, dogs Ok, BBQ, close to beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Elk Haven (previously Barefeet Retreat)-2 decks, dogs Ok, BBQ, close to beach?

As of 7 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elk Haven (previously Barefeet Retreat)-2 decks, dogs Ok, BBQ, close to beach on 10 Nov 2026 start from £714, 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 at Elk Haven (previously Barefeet Retreat)-2 decks, dogs Ok, BBQ, close to beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elk Haven (previously Barefeet Retreat)-2 decks, dogs Ok, BBQ, close to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elk Haven (previously Barefeet Retreat)-2 decks, dogs Ok, BBQ, close to beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elk Haven (previously Barefeet Retreat)-2 decks, dogs Ok, BBQ, close to beach located?

This family-friendly Manzanita holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Sunset Beach and Neahkahnie Lake. Hoffman Center for the Arts and Oswald West State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Elk haven was in a really fabulous location, a very short walk to the beach and to downtown Manzanita, which couldn’t be a cuter coastal town. The two outdoor decks were fantastic! The beds were relatively comfortable and kitchen was well stocked.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house excellent location quiet neighborhood has everything for a nice vacation at the beachManager of property excellent
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay. At Sunset to Sunset Vacation Rentals, we truly value your feedback and love knowing our guests had a relaxing coastal getaway. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was in a great spot and pretty clean and comfy overall, but some things need a refresh. The king bed had a huge dip on the right, which made it uncomfortable. Plus, there was mold in the washing machine. The oven was a bit wonky, but we got a small refund for that, and they were super quick to communicate even before we got there.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the location and found the home clean and comfortable overall. We’re also happy our communication was quick and responsive throughout your stay. We’re sorry about the issues with the king mattress and washing machine. We appreciate you bringing these concerns to our attention, and we’ll be sure to have them checked so we can address them appropriately. We’re also glad we were able to provide a partial refund regarding the oven. Thank you again for your helpful feedback. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Manzanita in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise rental

What a magnificent property in paradise, a short walk from the beach and a quick drive to restaurants/bars and shops. The property is very well maintained and you can tell the owners really care about what they built. Excellent and would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciated both the location and the care that’s gone into the home. The owners have truly put their heart into creating a space that feels special, and it means a lot to know that came through in your experience. We’d love to welcome you back anytime for another relaxing getaway in Manzanita!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beach house

We had a great time. This house has everything you need to make yourself at home- close walking distance to the beach, clean, modern, very comfortable house. It was an overall great experience for all of us. Than you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2024
Temujin, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at this beautiful home. We look forward to helping you plan your next stay at the beach. Sincerely Jeffie, Sunset to Sunset Vacation Rentals, Manzanita.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beach fun central!

Great property! Well stocked for beach fun. Decorated nicely. Loved the plants. Shorty walk to the beach. Adequate parking if you have compact car/s. Unusual amount of millipedes within the property.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2024
Oh my goodness. We will take care of the millipede issue. This is not something we have been aware of so we will get it taken care of asap.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice location for Spring Break

We enjoyed staying at the house for our children's spring break. We were able to spread out and enjoy the different features. The kids enjoyed the foosball table and learning to use a DVD player. We liked sitting on the deck with the fire pit. The beach was a close walk to where our dog enjoyed twice-daily walks to the beach. If you drive a larger vehicle like us (large SUV), there is only enough parking for one vehicle.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2025
Amity, We are so happy that you enjoyed this beautiful home. There is additional parking up above the driveway on the next pull-out area for additional vehicles if there is not enough room in front of the house for your vehicles next time you stay. Sunset to Sunset Vacation Rentals looks forward to helping you plan your next stay at the beach.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wasn’t bad but wasn’t great

The house was just like the pictures! The decks were amazing for sitting and relaxing! The kitchen was nice a spacious. However, there was a moldy shower curtain and the beds were VERY uncomfortable. My back was sore for a couple weeks after our stay. If they get new beds I would give it 5 stars.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2024
AnnMarie, We apologize for not catching that the shower curtain needed to be replaced. We would have been happy to do that for you asap during your stay. We are here for you 24/7 locally to fix any issues that arise. Beds can be tricky as some mattresses are hard and some are soft and they are comfortable for different people. We are sorry that these were uncomfortable for you. But we will pass along your recommendation to the owners for review.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great location walk to town

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Property management company is a 10. I would update a few things like squeege in master, outside cornhole is falling apart and some floor rugs needed backing so you don’t slip. Comfortable beds and quiet happy home
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2024
Thank you so much for the feedback. We will update these items. We are so glad you enjoyed this wonderful home and look forward to your next stay with us.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had such a wonderful time here. Perfect size for two of us to feel like we were on a luxurious vacation, but not so big it felt like more room than two people needed. Would definitely book with friends too, the size of this place is great for all groups. It had everything we needed and was very clean. Quick, easy walk to the beach and "downtown". Can't wait to come back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Barefeet Retreat is a Winner!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed at many Manzanita rental homes over the last three decades and the Barefeet Retreat ranks at the top of the list. Lovely, spacious, clean, modern well-outfitted kitchen, cozy and plenty of hot water. It felt warm and comfortable and welcoming with fast wi-fi, games and two TVs. Our weeklong stay was accompanied by much rain, wind, and thunderstorms. But the fully-covered upper and lower decks made it possible to spend much of it outside curled up on the rattan couch with our dog around the GREAT fire-table. What could have been a dreary vacation with limited beachwalks and hikes, became a splendid viewing platform for an amazing NW coastal weather show! But, in any weather at any time of year this house would be wonderful. There is a peek-a-boo view of the water from the deck. But, mostly we enjoyed the elevation and eagle's-eye territorial view of the small valley, wetlands, and opposing ridge across the way. One morning we were treated to a small herd of Elk ambling along the road. We look forward to another stay there in the near future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time at the Barefeet Retreat. The house is fabulous and the location is fantastic. Looking forward to coming back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great week in Manzanita

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: There's plenty of room for the whole family here at the Barefeet Retreat! Fun location to walk to the beach and a great place to relax and unwind. Thank you for having a well-stocked kitchen!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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