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Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, quarter mile from Heceta Beach

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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window with a view of greenery.
A two-story wooden cabin with a covered porch, a gravel driveway, and a wooden fence.
A fenced outdoor area with gravel ground, surrounded by trees.
A small wooden cabin with a gravel driveway, surrounded by a wooden fence and trees.
A living room with two black leather sofas, a bookshelf, a flat-screen TV, and a fish-themed pillow.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Heceta Beach
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Firepit
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Florence, OR
  • Place, Heceta Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Old Town Florence
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Sea Lion Caves
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

About this property

Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, quarter mile from Heceta Beach

Summary:

The Fortress at Heceta Beach



The Space:

Find the utmost in privacy as well as convenience at this tree-lined home in Florence, ideally situated within a short stroll of Heceta Beach.



This two-story home sits a quarter-mile from an access path to a peaceful stretch of Heceta Beach, a wonderful, tranquil spot for boogie boarding and beachcombing. The property itself is quiet, surrounded by beautiful coastal vegetation, and securely fenced for your dogs. In the surrounding area, you'll have great options for crabbing, fishing, hiking, and visiting such Oregon Coast landmarks as the Sea Lion Caves and Heceta Head Lighthouse.



Walk home from the beach in the afternoons to let your dogs play on the pebbly grounds, relax outside on the small front porch, or gather around the firepit to swap stories and ease the chill of the ocean waves.



The home's interior is bright, open, and inviting. Get started on dinner in the well-equipped kitchen, sit down to eat at the two breakfast bars, and spend the evening hours watching DVDs from the movie library and playing board games in the living room.



THINGS TO KNOW

There is no washer/dryer.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5178373vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Florence

Located in Florence, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Sandpines Golf Course and Ocean Dunes Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area and Darlingtonia State Natural Site. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Florence, OR

What's nearby

  • Heceta Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Historic Old Town Florence - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Three Rivers Casino - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Sea Lion Caves - 16 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Heceta Head Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 24.2 km

Getting around

  • Eugene, OR (EUG) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Abby's Legendary Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, quarter mile from Heceta Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, quarter mile from Heceta Beach?

As of 27 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, quarter mile from Heceta Beach on 10 Jan 2027 start from £533, 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.

What time is check-in at Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, quarter mile from Heceta Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, quarter mile from Heceta Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, quarter mile from Heceta Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Heceta Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of North Jetty Beach and Sand Master Park. Sandpines Golf Course and Clear Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay for Fourth of July was great. The beach is a close walk and town is just a few minutes away. My only gripe is the images showed a grill on the front porch, but there was no grill to be found when we arrived. That put a slight damper on our July 4th grilling plans. Otherwise the property was just fine
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 2026
Thank you, Ryan, for sharing your experience with us. We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the beach and town so conveniently close. It sounds like you had a lovely Fourth of July, even if the missing grill put a bit of a damper on your plans. We completely understand how important those grilling moments can be, especially during a holiday. We take pride in maintaining our properties to high standards, and we’re sorry for any confusion regarding the grill. We’ll make sure to address this so future guests have a clearer picture of what to expect. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we appreciate you taking the time to share it. We hope to welcome you back for another stay, perhaps with a grill ready for your next celebration!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised, great location near the beach and fenced yard for the dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

Perfect place!

Myself, my 3 kids, and our dog had a wonderful time! Short walk to the beach and the neighborhood was quiet and friendly!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anderson K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

Great place

Smelled clean and was a blast
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
This is a nice, single family home. It does not have a washer and dry. The bathroom was adequate but could use more shelves to put our belongings on. The beds were comfortable. The wifi was tricky to get connected to, and it was a little hard to communicate with the host because there is no one local here. It seems to be owned by a large company in another state with a 1-800 number to call with issues. It was hard to find the number.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2026
Thank you, Ann, for sharing your thoughts about your stay with us. We’re glad to hear you found the home comfortable and enjoyed the beds. We understand how important it is to have adequate storage in the bathroom and appreciate your feedback on that. We also recognize that the lack of a washer and dryer can be a challenge, and we’re sorry for any inconvenience you experienced with the Wi-Fi and communication. Our goal is to provide a seamless experience, and we’re actively working on improving our local support to ensure guests feel well taken care of. Your insights are invaluable as we strive to enhance our services. We hope you’ll consider staying with us again in the future, as we’d love the opportunity to provide you with an even better experience.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Trina B.

Awesome place

Every thing was wonderful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

Loved our stay

The location was perfect for us! Loved the private secured gate and fully fenced area! Would definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary b.

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

cozy cabin in a great location!

Everything you need for a weekend getaway to the coast!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

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

Enjoyable and comfortable

My husband and I had a wonderful stay here. It was as described. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute property and well-kept. Neat and clean. The cleaning crew did a great job and was really on the ball, allowing for us to have an early check-in! Thanks again for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

A good place

We loved the location, the ease of the transaction. Everything works and we were ablew to be carefree.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything as listed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stanley S.

Great for dog and people too

The secure area
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob V.

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

Close to beach

Very easy walk to the beach. Property was clean and comfortable. Communication was prompt and clear.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

A great and private space to enjoy your Oregon adventure!

We have stayed here twice and absolutely love that there is a large yard with a privacy fence. In addition, the beach is only a block away which is great. There are so many fun things to do in the area and we thoroughly enjoyed a sandboarding experience behind the Fred Meyers in Florence. I would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

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

Private and perfect for quick trip

Smooth and easy check in process. The privacy of the property was great for our family and our dog! The house was super clean and had necessities minus groceries but Fred Meyer was less than 10 mins down the road. Beach was a short walk down 2 blocks, which was perfect. We enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

vicky h.

Quiet and private.

Very easy short walk to beach. East drive to restaurants and shopping.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Short Stay

Large, fully fenced yard for the dog. Starlink internet service. Good room layout. Quiet. Short walk to beach.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Denise E.

Denise and Sammi, marylans

Peaceful private location close to the beach. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Comfortable and dog friendly

The Fortress is a nice little place. Very clean, Comfortable, dog friendly, and close to lots of fun things to do. It had all the things we needed from kitchen items to crabbing gear. The securely fenced yard provides privacy and a safe place for the dog. As someone who often travels with my dog, I found this to be the most dog friendly vacation rental I’ve ever stayed in.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Erlita C.

Perfect private getaway

We loved the tall completely fenced yard and all the puppy amenities! There is a fire pit and crab pots. It was just minutes away from the Suislaw River where we love to kayak as well! Immaculate house with three king beds (2 bdrm) and beautiful ocean life decor!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jay P.

Great spot!

This place was great! A short walk right to the beach. Plenty of towels available as well as pillows. If I had one minor suggestion it would be to have instructions on how to use the tv and the recliner. lol. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul 2024
Hi Jay, thank you for sharing your positive feedback during your stay. We are pleased to know that you had a great stay with us. We appreciate our guests' suggestions about adding instructions on how the TV and the recliner work as a means to improve and we have forwarded your comments along to our property management to consider in the future. Thank you for your stay, and we hope to welcome you back soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Renae M.

Great for a small family or a few old friends

I stayed with my daughter so two women alone for the weekend. The Fortress is just that!! We felt so safe and secure! We had a great relaxing time. The place is so private and secluded but yet surrounded by neighbors. It is close to everything in Florence. We had a great time walking down to the beach, the directions on the inside of the door were perfect, I just snapped a picture and away we went. It was very easy to find. Plenty of towels and bedding.

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