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The Dorothy Lou Family Home; short walk to beach, ocean view

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Kitchen
June 2020-west-facing side
Old kitchen table in foreground--updated to nice live-edge wood table.
Living room with a view & gas stove
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 91830 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cannon Beach, OR
  • Place, Tolovana Beach State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cannon Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Haystack Hill State Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Master

1 King Bed

Snug Point

2 Queen Beds

The Reef

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

TV-Sleeper

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

2nd floor

Bathtub · Toilet

Ground floor bath

Toilet · Shower only

Skylight

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

The Dorothy Lou Family Home; short walk to beach, ocean view

This attractive three level home is good for families or couples wanting some privacy. Ground floor King bed as well as a fold out couch allow for 4 to sleep in one room. This room has a large flat screen TV and gas fireplace creating a cozy atmosphere. There is a bathroom with tile shower on this floor. A modern kitchen and open living area on the 2nd floor capture views of the ocean and access to a west-facing and south deck with BBQ. This floor also has a small TV room that serves as a bedroom with foldout couch, and a bathroom with 2 sinks and a bathtub, and adjoining large capacity laundry room. The master bedroom on the 3rd floor faces west to see Haystack. The other 3rd floor bedroom has 2 queen beds, antique furniture, a reading nook, also with Haystack view, . The top floor bathroom has an attractive tile shower, & skylight. Your "must have wi-fi" members will enjoy high speed connection with good reception in all locations of the home. Flat screen TV and a nice sound system on the 2nd floor offering iPod or iPhone connection to play Pandora selections, if desired. TV in master bedroom and ground floor as well.
This was a family home for 30 yrs, chosen by my mother, Dorothy. Though she's gone now, the many years we enjoyed visiting this home have great memories. We hope that by sharing this unique home and nice location with others, you might develop similar fond memories of Cannon Beach and the time spent in this home.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cannon Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Tolovana Park, a neighbourhood in Cannon Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Haystack Rock and Cannon Beach. Captain Kid Amusement Park and The Buzz on Broadway are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cannon Beach, OR

What's nearby

  • Tolovana Beach State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cannon Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Haystack Hill State Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cannon Beach History Center and Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ecola State Park - 5 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Cannon Beach Station - 3 min drive
  • Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Divine Grounds - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Brewing - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Insomnia Coffee Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mo's Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ecola Seafood - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dorothy Lou Family Home; short walk to beach, ocean view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dorothy Lou Family Home; short walk to beach, ocean view?

As of 18 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dorothy Lou Family Home; short walk to beach, ocean view on 22 Jan, 2027 start from S$409, 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 The Dorothy Lou Family Home; short walk to beach, ocean view?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Dorothy Lou Family Home; short walk to beach, ocean view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Dorothy Lou Family Home; short walk to beach, ocean view?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Dorothy Lou Family Home; short walk to beach, ocean view located?

Located in Tolovana Park, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Tolovana Beach State Park, Haystack Rock and Cannon Beach. Haystack Hill State Park and Cannon Beach History Center and Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). Cannon Beach Station is 22 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 129 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful space and fully equiped!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice visit to Cannon Beach with relatives that have never been to OR
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was wonderful, we love all the space, and easy access to the beach! The decks are also great.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy, great location, well prepared with necessities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great house for the 5 of us friends, the kitchen had everything we needed. Great view of the sunset and short walk to the beachThe beds were comfortableThe host was quick to respond to questions and sent detailed instructions and suggestions where to explore and eat. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a group of seven. The bedrooms were a great size and perfect to have 3 bathrooms!!! Wonderful location to walk to the beach and the park area by Mo's so the grandsons could play. We had elk all around the house on the first day, so fun to watch. I like the Tolovana area, not so crowded on the beach and quiet. Three days of sunny weather and calm wind.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

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

Spacious Beach House

The house is minutes from the beach. Great floor plan for a couple of families. We would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared M.

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

Short stay at Canon Beach

Beautiful location and home. Would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful home to spend your vacation or a weekend away. It is just one block from a super cute coffee shop and barely a block from the beach. We had a fantastic time. You can easily walk to Haystack rock. It’s a quiet and lovely location with everything you could possibly need. Most important to me is that the bed was incredibly comfortable and warm highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marsha U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location away from busy downtown but close to a very beautiful area of beach. My family enjoyed our stay, loved having fires on the beach. The house was equipped with all necessities including plenty of towels, soap, tp, etc. We were all very comfortable staying here and would return if ever in the area again.
Haystack Rock
Easy access to the beach
Fires on the beach
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn C.

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

Lovely getaway!

Great location & lovely getaway! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

happy l.

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

late summer family getaway

This was a great property and experience and it enhanced our visit to Cannon Beach. The location is perfect for access to the beach, hikes, biking, shopping, etc. We would definitely stay here again when we visit Cannon Beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

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

Excellent

Second time we have stayed here. Love the easy beach access
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

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

Annual family vacation

Everything was great, our stay at the Dorothy Lou has become a yearly tradition. The house fits our family perfectly and it’s an easy walk to the beach. The decks are great to sit and relax.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

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

Perfect Beach Home

My family had never visited Cannon Beach and we were blown away by the beauty of this place. The Dorothy Lou Beach home was perfect regarding location, convenience and outdoor/indoor spaces.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property just a few blocks off the beach. Very clean and all in good repair. We especially liked the fact that the kitchen was well appointed so we were able to cook effectively (many VRBOs we are in have spartan supplies/utensils). Highly recommend. Quick note - if you have trouble with stairs this could be an issue — there is one primary bedroom downstairs with en suite but all other living area is upstairs. Did not impact our stay, but just fyi.We will definitely rebook here if we are back in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda R.

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

Cannon Beach

Nice house. Lots of stairs. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean D.

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

Rejuvenation

Excellent property, so close to the beach. Perfect location in town. Excellent amenities in the home. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

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

Great property!

Excellent location - easy beach access in a quiet neighborhood. Great views! Very comfortable house for 2 families. Easy communication with owner - we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jan r.

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

Family time

Good space for 4 couples…nice common area to sit and talk, 2 porches.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

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

Girls trip

The house was perfect. Short walk to beach. The house is light, the views were wonderful, kitchen well equipped. We will definitely return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

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

Third Year in a Row

This is the 3rd time I've rented this great house to host a number for friends from different parts of the country, all of whom love Cannon Beach. This time there were 7 of us and the house easily accommodated us. The kitchen is very well equipped; there are even good knives, everyone found the beds to be comfortable, there was plenty of hot water. The view from the deck makes cocktail time even more enjoyable. The location can't be beat. I hope to be able to make a return visit next Spring.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

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

Annual beach trip

This house is perfect. Plenty of space for everyone to move around. The decks are great for catching some afternoon sun and the kitchen has everything you need. The owner is prompt with check in details and very reachable if needed. This was our 3rd stay and already have the house booked for next summer. Beach is also a very short and easy walk.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

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

Wonderful coast getaway

Our family (my husband and I, our 7 year old son, and his grandparents) all loved staying at the Dorothy Lou. The home itself is very clean and well appointed, plenty of towels and linens. Having access to the beach, amazing coffee shop, and grocery store all within walking distance made our stay a breeze. Some of our favorite memories we will take from the trip are our morning walks to the tide pools by Haystack Rock and playing board games around the table in the evenings. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin E.

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

Incredible beach house

We absolutely loved our stay. The beds were so comfy. The room that my husband, my 3 year old and 10 month old stayed in was dark so we could get as much sleep as possible. The couches were so comfy as well. We enjoyed the kitchen and the bbq for dinners at home. The kitchen was extremely well stocked. We loved the little bath on the main floor for our toddlers. The den was much appreciated on the main floor with the television so our little ones could watch shows while we visited. The house was so close to the beach which worked really well for us. House is also close to a coffee shop, pub, and grocery store. Everything was so great!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Karl Hadley

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Hi, we are Karl & Kelly, co-owners of The Dorothy Lou. We are native Washingtonians & we enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, kayaking, boating, good music and good food often shared with family or friends. We're experienced property managers, having operated a Hood River VRBO vacation home for 20 years. We bring those skills and customer service to this home in Cannon Beach, OR.

Why they chose this property

Cannon Beach is a long time favorite destination of ours, and Karl's mother, Dorothy, purchased this home in 1980 when her mother died. On Dorothy's passing in 2013, we just couldn't sell the home, so we decided to buy it, and did an extensive remodel in 2016. To honor my mother's memory and her affection for Cannon Beach, we've named the home after her.

What makes this property unique

It is just a short 2 minute walk to the beach, and situated away from the more crowded area of Cannon Beach proper. Haystack is in sight & just a 10 minute stroll away. You'll also enjoy quick access to Highway 101 if you want to explore towns to the south, like Manzanita, Nehalem, Rockaway & Tillamook, or beaches like Hug Point, or Oswald State Park. To the North is Seaside, Gearhart and Astoria, with great history of the Lewis and Clark Trail, Maritime museums, great golf courses, restaurants and breweries.

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