Whale Watch~Dillon Beach Retreat~Drop Anchor~Hot Tub~Game Room~Dog~Summer Fun

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A spacious living room with a large gray sectional sofa, a fireplace, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.
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A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A golf course with rolling green hills and a view of the sea and town in the background.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a kitchen.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Dillon Beach
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Dillon Beach, CA
  • Place, Dillon Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Graton Resort and Casino
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Reyes National Seashore
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Other Space 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Whale Watch~Dillon Beach Retreat~Drop Anchor~Hot Tub~Game Room~Dog~Summer Fun

End of Summer, Start of Fall = Beach Getaway Time!
Fall is one of the best times to visit Dillon Beach—sunny coastal days, fewer crowds, spectacular sunsets, and that wonderfully laid-back beach vibe.
STAY 3 NIGHTS, PAY FOR 2!
Book a midweek stay September through November and enjoy an extra night on us!*
Monday–Thursday stays only. New reservations only. Holidays excluded. Restrictions may apply.


About Whale Watch
Whales, waves, hot-tub nights—this is Dillon Beach done right! Whale Watch is an oceanfront retreat for 10 with panoramic Pacific views, a private hot tub, two oceanfront decks, and a game room built for friendly competition. Walk about 15 minutes down to the beach or make the quick 3-minute drive, then come home for BBQ, ping pong, sunset drinks, and seasonal whale watching right from the deck. Perfect for families, friends, celebrations, girls’ getaways, and dog lovers ready for a fun-filled coastal escape.


Key Facts
Sleeps 10
3 bedrooms + bonus sleeping
King bed + Queen bed + 2 Twin beds + 2 fold-out sofas
2.5 bathrooms
2-story home
Oceanfront setting
Panoramic Pacific views
Private hot tub
2 oceanfront decks
Seasonal whale watching
Game room
Ping pong + foosball + darts
Gas fireplace
Gas BBQ
Outdoor dining & lounge areas
Fast WiFi
Dedicated workspace
Dog-friendly
On-site parking
Approximately 15-minute walk down to Dillon Beach
Approximately 3-minute drive to beach
Stairs from driveway to entry level
Steep driveway that levels out near the house


Why This Home Stands Out
At Whale Watch, the Pacific isn't just a view—it's part of the vacation. Scan the horizon for migrating whales over morning coffee, head down for a day of sand and surf, then race home to claim the best seat for sunset. Between hot-tub soaks, deck dinners, ping-pong tournaments, and fireside evenings, there’s always something to do—even when the plan is doing absolutely nothing.


Living Spaces
The spacious living room pairs sweeping ocean views with comfortable gathering space, a large flat-screen TV, gas fireplace, and direct deck access. An additional family room gives larger groups extra room to spread out, making it easy to balance together-time with a little downtime.


Kitchen & Dining
The large, fully equipped kitchen keeps group meals easy with generous prep space and breakfast bar seating. Gather around the ocean-view dining table or take dinner outside, fire up the gas BBQ, and let the Pacific provide the backdrop.


Bedrooms & Sleeping Arrangements
Primary Bedroom
King bed
Private bathroom
Ocean views
Deck access

Guest Bedroom
Queen bed

Twin Bedroom
2 Twin beds
Ocean views
Deck access

Bonus Sleeping
2 fold-out sofas


Bathrooms
2.5 bathrooms
Private bathroom in primary suite
Convenient layout for families and groups


Bonus Space
Game room
Ping pong table
Foosball table
Darts
Ocean views
A ready-made headquarters for family tournaments, rainy afternoons, and late-night rematches


Outdoor Living
Private hot tub overlooking the Pacific
2 oceanfront decks
Outdoor dining area
Lounge seating
Gas BBQ
Panoramic ocean views
Seasonal whale watching
Spectacular sunsets
Made for salty-air breakfasts, post-beach hot-tub soaks, sunset BBQs, and spotting whales without leaving home


Enhance Your Stay
Private chef experiences
In-home massage therapy
Concierge services
Fresh-baked goods delivery
Early check-in / late check-out when available (for a fee)


Explore Dillon Beach & the Coast
Whale Watch gives you an incredible oceanfront home base for exploring Dillon Beach, Tomales Bay, Point Reyes, Bodega Bay, and the scenic Northern California coast.
Dillon Beach – Approximately a 15-minute walk downhill or quick 3-minute drive for surfing, boogie boarding, beachcombing, tide pooling, long walks, and dog-friendly beach fun.
Tomales Bay – Kayaking, fresh local oysters, waterfront dining, wildlife watching, and beautiful coastal scenery.
Point Reyes – Explore beaches, hiking trails, wildlife, dramatic overlooks, and some of Marin County's most memorable landscapes.
Bodega Bay – Fresh seafood, beaches, kayaking, fishing, golf, horseback riding, and seasonal whale watching.
Sonoma Coast & Highway 1 – Beach hop, hike coastal trails, stop at scenic overlooks, or simply enjoy one of Northern California's great coastal drives.
Sonoma Wine Country – Add wineries, tasting rooms, vineyard views, and farm-to-table dining to your beach getaway.
Easy day trips include Jenner, Guerneville, Sebastopol, Occidental, Duncans Mills, Petaluma, and Healdsburg.
Approximately 1.5 hours from the Golden Gate Bridge, traffic permitting.


Book Your Dillon Beach Escape
Come for the beach and stay for the show! Late summer and fall bring beautiful coastal weather, fewer crowds, incredible sunsets, and seasonal whale watching—with your own oceanfront deck and hot tub waiting at the end of the day. Stay 3 qualifying midweek nights September through November and pay for only 2!


DOG GUIDELINES
Dogs are welcome with a $125 fee per dog.
The yard is not enclosed.
Dogs must be crated if left unattended.


🛎 GUEST GUIDELINES
10 people max day or night — NO drop-in guests — NO parties (HOA w/ security)
Driveway is steep — must follow arrival instructions to avoid scraping vehicle
4 cars max — NO on-street parking
Please be mindful of water usage
NO smoking/vaping of any substance in house


⏱ CHECK-IN DETAILS
• Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 11:00 AM
• Instructions sent 2–3 days before arrival (please do not arrive to the house without them)
• Guest support available 9 AM – 9 PM daily, with after-hours emergency assistance.
• There is a Guest Reference Guide in each home. It has everything you need to know about the home & contact info etc.


ABOUT YOUR HOSTS – WINE COUNTRY TO COAST VACATION RENTALS
✨ Hospitality Is Our Happy Place
For over 30 years, Wine Country to Coast Vacation Rentals has welcomed tens of thousands of guests to Sonoma and Marin Counties. We’re proud to have earned Airbnb Superhost and Premier Host status for the past 9 years, along with thousands of 5-star reviews across Airbnb, VRBO, Google, and more.

We’re a local, grassroots, women-owned vacation rental company with a carefully curated collection of cabins, cottages, Wine Country escapes, river retreats, and coastal homes throughout Sonoma & Marin Counties, the Russian River, Dillon Beach, and Bodega Bay.

Today, we welcome approximately 18,000 guests each year, supported by a kind, knowledgeable local team that genuinely loves what we do. From your first question to checkout, we’re here to make your stay easy, comfortable, and memorable.

We know this area. We love this area. And we can’t wait to share it with you.
— Your Wine Country to Coast Crew




TOT# 081643
License# 081619

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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
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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
Close and lock any doors and/or windows you may have opened. Please put the keys back into the lock box before leaving.
Turn off the heat and unplug any heaters and/or fans you may have used.
Please treat our house as if it were your own. The check out procedures are in the house. Please follow the instructions to avoid fees. Thanks! Hope it was a great stay! Stace
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

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Property Registration Number 081619
Property # 2657729vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 on the waterfront. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Luther Burbank's Experiment Farm. Windsurfing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Dillon Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Dillon Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Doran Beach - 32 min drive - 32.6 km
  • Graton Resort and Casino - 42 min drive - 48.9 km
  • Point Reyes National Seashore - 46 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Russian River - 47 min drive - 49.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nick's Cove - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Valley Ford Cheese & Creamery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bistro - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Dillion Beach Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dinuccis Italian Dinners - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whale Watch~Dillon Beach Retreat~Drop Anchor~Hot Tub~Game Room~Dog~Summer Fun pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whale Watch~Dillon Beach Retreat~Drop Anchor~Hot Tub~Game Room~Dog~Summer Fun?

As of 20 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whale Watch~Dillon Beach Retreat~Drop Anchor~Hot Tub~Game Room~Dog~Summer Fun on 19 Oct, 2026 start from S$2,073, 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 Whale Watch~Dillon Beach Retreat~Drop Anchor~Hot Tub~Game Room~Dog~Summer Fun?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whale Watch~Dillon Beach Retreat~Drop Anchor~Hot Tub~Game Room~Dog~Summer Fun?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whale Watch~Dillon Beach Retreat~Drop Anchor~Hot Tub~Game Room~Dog~Summer Fun?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whale Watch~Dillon Beach Retreat~Drop Anchor~Hot Tub~Game Room~Dog~Summer Fun located?

This family-friendly Dillon Beach holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Dillon Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tomales City Park and Tomales Town Hall. Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Tomales Bay State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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