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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • 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
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Dillon Beach, CA
  • Place, Dillon Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Graton Resort and Casino
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Russian River
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Cottage by the Sea

Discover the perfect seaside escape just steps from the sandy shores of Dillon Beach. This cozy cottage features ocean views from the living room, front porch, and back deck.
All on one level includes: living room, dining area, and kitchen, with a master bedroom offering a king-sized bed and a second bedroom with twin beds—ideal for families or friends. Refresh in the walk-in shower after a sun-soaked day.
On cooler evenings, stay warm by the propane stove. The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances, including a fridge with ice maker, dishwasher, oven/range/microwave, and a coffee maker.
Entertainment options with TVs and video recorders in the living room and master bedroom, plus books, games, and movies. Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi.
Step outside to a fenced backyard and a relaxing hot tub. Kids will love the spacious fenced side yard, and you can unwind in the coastal atmosphere.
For a blend of comfort and adventure, book your stay at this beach cottage today and make unforgettable seaside memories!

**STR License number: P5229
**Parking spaces: one in driveway one in front of the cottage
**We do not allow boats, campers, RV'S, trailers to park in the driveway or in front of the house at this vacation rental

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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: Dobermann, Rottweiler, Pitbull
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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 garbage in the gray bin and recycles in the blue bin
Please place all used towels aside the shower area
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
NO RV'S or CAMPERS are allowed to park in this location

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2654058vb
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
Cashless transactions are available
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

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 attractions include Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Luther Burbank's Experiment Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby surfing/body boarding, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Dillon Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Dillon Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Graton Resort and Casino - 41 min drive - 47.8 km
  • Russian River - 45 min drive - 48.8 km
  • Point Reyes National Seashore - 46 min drive - 45.2 km
  • Armstrong Redwoods State Park - 58 min drive - 58.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Valley Ford Cheese & Creamery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Nick's Cove - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dinuccis Italian Dinners - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Drakes Sonoma Coast - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bistro - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage by the Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Cottage by the Sea?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage by the Sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage by the Sea located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Dillon Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tomales City Park and Tomales Town Hall. Tomales Regional History Center and Pelican North Beach are also within 9 miles (15 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. 102 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 115 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cal D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cottage just up the hill from Dillon Beach. Nothing fancy, but a cozy place with a gas burning fire place to keep warm by. Great for a costal get away.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun, 2026
Thank you for your 5 star review of this cottage we sincerely appreciate it. We are delighted to find out that you found the cottage a great coastal get away. We hope we have the opportunity to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy 1920’s cottage among newer homes & close to Dillon Beach Resort. Cottage was very well-located - just a short walk to get to the beach. The cottage was clean with a well-stocked kitchen and all the conveniences you look for. Enjoyed the outdoor deck at sunset. Good nights sleep with comfy bed and enjoyed morning coffee on the outdoor front porch. Overall very comfortable stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy home and the fireplace kept us warm on the windy days. Easy walk to the ocean and beautiful view from the front porch. We also enjoyed the hot tub.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review—we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay, especially the beautiful views from the front porch and the home's convenient location near the beach. It means a lot to us that these features helped make your visit special. We would love the opportunity to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a 50’s Beach Cottage vibe. King bed was very comfortable, down to the pillows and the and linens. Hot tub was enjoyed, and the walk to the beach quick and easy. I’m glad I was there on a coolish somewhat rainy couple of days. Made it very charming and the beach was mostly deserted. I just wish (all rentals not just this one) had more of a focus on music sound systems instead of tvs in every room with elaborate streaming services. I NEVER use a tv when I’m spending time somewhere beautiful and relaxing. Clearly I’m not the norm. Great visit though!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Alison Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was exactly what we hoped for! The location, front porch and deck view of the sunset and ocean was amazing. The hot tub was very nice and the beds were comfortable. The gas fireplace kept it warm and cozy. I would recommend this place to another family of four with a four legged friend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan, 2026
Thank you for your review—we truly appreciate it. We’re delighted to hear that the cottage was everything you had hoped for and that you enjoyed the beautiful sunsets from the porch as well as the hot tub. Thank you again for choosing to stay with us. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying here. It’s like a home away from home. It’s quiet, private, very relaxing and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was fantastic.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec, 2025
Thank you for your 5 star review of this vacation rental, we sincerely appreciate it. We are delighted to find out that you had a fantastic stay. We hope we have the opportunity to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this place. It is our go to house at Dillon Beach. Cabin is close to the beach, walking distance around town beautiful backyard very quiet in private.
Cute cabin
Beautiful sunset
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and well equipped. Hot tub was clean and ready to be enjoyed! Highly recommend this property for a small family of 4 like ours.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location. Amazing backyard. House was very comfortable and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivian Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage, close to beach. Enjoyed all the books, pictures and history of the house. Definitely would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the cottage's charm and history, and that its location worked well for you. We'd love to host you again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corrie L.

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

Wonderful Stay

Excellent place to stay for a family. Great location and comfy home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2022
Corrie Thank you for your review of this cottage, we appreciate it. . We are glad to find out that you found this cottage and excellent place for your family to stay in while visiting the beach. Thank you again for your booking. John Arguelles
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoe H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! The location was very close to the beach and allowed us to go back and forth easily. It’s a cozy, rustic cabin. We would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov, 2025
Thank you so much for your 5 star review we sincerely appreciate it. We're delighted t hear that you enjoyed your stay and truly hope we'll have the opportunity to host you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

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

Great Stay at Dillon

Cottage was fantastic, clean and comfortable. Great location right on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2025
Jeff, Thank you for your review of this vacation rental, we sincerely appreciate it. We are delighted to find out you enjoyed your stay and its location at the beach. We hope we can host you again.!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this little house. This is our second stay here and will be back. We have fun just sitting on the front porch watching people, dogs and deer come and go.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug, 2025
Thank you once again for staying with us and for leaving a 5-star review! It's always a pleasure to host you, and we truly appreciate your continued support. We look forward to welcoming you back again very soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Excellent place to stay

Wanted a quick little getaway place that was close to the beach and nice and cozy. Everything about this place is wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2024
Melissa Thank you so much for taking the time to review of this cottage! We sincerely appreciate your kind words and are delighted to hear that you found the cottage an excellent place to stay, especially with its close proximity to the beach. We would be thrilled to welcome you back in the future and hope we have the opportunity to host you again soon! John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this cottage by the sea! The home is comfortable and well appointed with everything you need. Beautiful ocean views, steps from the beach, a hot tub, AND it’s pet friendly! Check-in and check-out are a breeze and we just love everything about this home and the location. We have made so many wonderful family memories here and hope to make many more!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitch C.

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

Cozy cabin by the beach

Nicely maintained property, walkable to the beach and the little resort with its restaurant and store.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jun, 2024
Mitch, Thank you for your 5 star review of this cottage, we sincerely appreciate it. We are delighted to find out that you enjoyed your stay and its location to the beach and the resort store. Thank you again for your booking and we hope we will host you again John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Forrest L.

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

great place by the beach

lovely cottage just off the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb, 2023
Forrest Thank you for your review of this vacation rental, we sincerely appreciate it. We are delighted to find out you enjoyed your stay in the cottage. We hope we can host you again! John Arguelles
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

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

Cats Meow Cabin

We simply love this place! It’s so quiet and private, close to the beach and has a beautiful backyard to sit in. We visit here a few times a year.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

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

CTC Dillion Beach, Nice near the beach.

Nice near the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec, 2024
Charles Thank you for your 5 star review of this vacation rental, we sincerely appreciate it. We are delighted to find out that you enjoyed your stay and its location to the beach. We look forward to hosting you again next year. John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TERRI M.

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

4th of July Fun

My daughter and I had a great time. The cottage is close to the beach and very cozy. Nice back yard and the host was quick to respond to any questions we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We truly appreciate your kind words and are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Thank you once again for choosing our property for your getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elise f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location with easy walk to the beach, store and restaurant. House has everything you need. Quiet area and just a perfect location. Looking forward to our next visit. We give it a 10!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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