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Short walk to the beach

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A two-story building with a balcony on the ground floor and a staircase leading to the second floor.
A blue sign with white lettering spelling 'WAVES' and the phrase 'Happiness comes in WAVES' on a wooden lattice background.
A hallway with a closed door, a wall-mounted umbrella stand, and framed pictures.
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Soak and unwind
    Relax in the top-rated hot tub, celebrated for ultimate comfort.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Dillon Beach
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Dillon Beach, CA
  • Place, Dillon Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Graton Resort and Casino
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Russian River
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

1/2 bath

Toilet

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Short walk to the beach

Escape to your coastal retreat, where ocean views and seaside charm create the perfect getaway. This two-story sanctuary features a bright open-concept living space with sweeping Pacific Ocean vistas, cozy bedrooms for restful nights, and a private backyard oasis with a hot tub surrounded by lush greenery. Relax on the patio with the ocean breeze or take a short stroll to Dillon Beach for endless coastal adventures. Thoughtfully designed with maritime-inspired interiors and parking for two medium-sized cars, this home is the ideal blend of comfort, tranquility, and beachside living.


**STR License number: P5203
**Parking spaces: 2 spaces in driveway
**We do not allow boats, campers, RV'S, trailers to park in the driveway at this vacation rental
**Due to safety and fire concerns, this rental does not offer a BBQ- nor do we allow any type of BBQ and or fire pit to brought onto the premises.

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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 less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
NOT ALLOWED: Pitbulls Dobermans Rotweilers
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please place all recycling in the blue bin and all garbage in the gray bin
Please turn off all heaters throughout the house
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
IF the house rules are not followed traveler agrees to forfeit their damage / security deposit
Hot tubs: there will be no refunds if a hot tub is not functioning properly. Hot tub break downs are beyond our control.
NO RV'S or CAMPERS are allowed to park in this location

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1741922vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Dillon Beach

Located in Dillon Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Tomales Town Hall and Tomales Regional History Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Potter Schoolhouse and Children's Bell Tower. Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Luther Burbank's Experiment Farm are also worth visiting. Kayaking, surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Dillon Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Dillon Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Graton Resort and Casino - 40 min drive - 47.4 km
  • Russian River - 44 min drive - 48.4 km
  • Sonoma County Fairgrounds - 45 min drive - 49.0 km
  • Point Reyes National Seashore - 45 min drive - 44.8 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nick's Cove - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Valley Ford Cheese & Creamery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dillion Beach Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dinuccis Italian Dinners - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bistro - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Short walk to the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Short walk to the beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Short walk to the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Short walk to the beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Short walk to the beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Dillon Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tomales City Park and Tomales Town Hall. Tomales Regional History Center and Tomales Bay State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 147 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Tracy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was great! No coffee maker is all.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sophia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. Great home. We had a bit of trouble with the shower not having enough pressure and it was low. We are y'all people 5'o-6'4 and the queen bed was small and felt a little rickety. But it was a very clean home with lovely views which we loved.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cannot say enough about how kind Linda was regarding check-in. House was super clean with many games and TV’s to keep you entertained. View of the ocean slightly obstructed by other houses and wiring but sitting on either deck reading a book was great. Only problem we had was the fire alarm went off each time we cooked but remedied that by opening all the windows upstairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lora M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect, great view, clean. Nice private yard. Kid friendly. We will want to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our first stay at Dillon beach and we couldn’t have been happier staying at this beautiful location. The home is nice and cozy with all the amenities, and the host was kind enough to include disposable cookware for our use for thanksgiving. The village and store were wonderful, everyone was so friendly! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Laine R.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location
Dog hair on the bed. House was very noise.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan, 2026
We were surprised by this review, as no concerns were communicated to us during your stay. Had any issues been brought to our attention, we would have addressed them immediately. Regarding the claim of dog hair on the bed, we complete a walkthrough prior to every guest arrival and did not observe dog hair on any of the beds before check-in. After your departure, dog hair was found on a bed, and since a pet accompanied your stay, it is reasonable to conclude that this occurred during your visit. We have never previously received a complaint regarding noise at this property and are unclear as to what noise is being referenced. We stand by our cleaning and inspection procedures and encourage guests to report any concerns during their stay so they can be promptly addressed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maryann T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun vacation home for a family stay at the beach! Hot tub and views made it extra special.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2025
Maryann We're delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed your stay at the cottage! It was a pleasure to host you, and we truly hope to welcome you back again in the future. Thank you once again for your booking and for choosing our place for your vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location,beautiful view, house well set up
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a short walk to the beach. The beach house was very clean & had all the comforts for a great stay. We experienced a beautiful sunset from the Balcony. Folks don’t hesitate to book. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct, 2025
Thank you for your review! We are delighted to find out you enjoyed your stay in this cottage and had all of the comforts for a great stay. We look forward to hosting you again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very inviting home. Loved the decorations. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2025
Carol Thank you for your 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay in this vacation rental. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cozy property. Clean and in good physical shape.Perfect for 2 adults. the neighbors were friendly and the area quiet.My first VRBO-it went well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Al P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice spot. Good location for walking the dog to the beach. Upstairs kitchen/dining/living room area was a pleasant place to relax. Downstairs bedrooms and bath were comfortable/functional. A great place to escape summer heat.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at short walk to the beach. The property is well set up for family and furry friends alike. The property was clean and well equipped. It has a lovely view of the ocean and we enjoyed cocktails and watching the sunset from the balcony. It really is a short walk to the beach. We also enjoyed the hot tub, which is a bonus. Linda was great to communicate with and was very accommodating! We will definitely stay here again !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

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

Excellent beach house

It was great, great view of the ocean in front and deer on the mountain side behind
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great for what we needed... this house has some great advantages that we could not try / utilize due our itinerary... so hope to visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Judy S.

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

Beautiful view

Great place for kids & dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian N.

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

Dillon Beach

Great house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2025
Christian, Thank you for your 5 star review of this vacation rental, we sincerely appreciate it. We hope we have the opportunity to host you again! Linda
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely few days at Dillon Beach! The house is small but fit our party well (2 adults and 2 kids). It was also great to be able to bring our pup along. I appreciated having a washer/dryer and the hot tub was a nice bonus!It’s a pretty short walk down to the store and the beach (though a bit steep for anyone with mobility issues).The host was easy to get in touch with and even let us check in a little early. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Great property

This was my second time staying here, and it’s always a pleasure. Love the hot tub and proximity to beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2024
Sarah Thank you for your review of this vacation rental, we sincerely appreciate it. We are delighted to find out that you enjoyed your stay in this cottage and its location to the beach. WE do hope we will have the opportunity to host you again. John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny F.

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

Great beach stay!

The home was perfect, walking distance to Dillon’s beach and local store. Cozy inside with everything you need! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2023
Jenny Thank you for your review we appreciate it. We are delighted to find out that you found the cottage perfect for your stay. Thank you again for your booking. John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

lovely get away

Excellent location with lots of comfy blankets, a lovely hot tub and a great view.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May, 2023
Heather , Thank you for your review we sincerely appreciate it. We are delighted to find out that you enjoyed your stay in this vacation rental and the views it has to offer. We hope we can host you again. John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kao V.

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

Family Vacation

Love the location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

IRMINA P.

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

Charming Beach House

Charming, short walk to the beach. great amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May, 2023
Irmina Thank you for your review of this cottage. We are delighted to find out that you enjoyed your stay and the cottage's location at the beach. Thank you again for your booking. John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

suzanne f.

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

Quite beautiful views

Quite, beautiful views
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conan M.

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

Excellent beachside property

Good enough size for a family of 5, close to the Beach, clean, all the amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May, 2021
Conan Thank you for your review of Ocean Aria, we appreciate it. We are delighted to find out that you enjoyed your stay in the home. We hope you will book with us again in the future. Thank you for your booking. John Arguelles Property Manager

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