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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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Manzanita, Oregon
  • Place, Sunset Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Oswald West State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Nehalem Bay State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Caretakers Bungalow

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: PLEASE CHECK WITH US BEFORE BOOKING. DATE RESTRICTIONS VARY. Due to staffing shortages, the cleaners are at maximum capacity. Also note the cancellation deadline for summer stays (mid-June - mid-Sept) is Jan. 1 of the year staying. Ask in advance the cancellation policy of the booking period.

We've recently remodelled this charming Manzanita beachfront vacation home!

We couldn't resist this house - and we'll bet you'll love it too. First, there's the insane 180º views of Manzanita Beach with the scenic Neahkahnie mountain. Then there's the original beach rock wood burning fireplace to add to the charm and coziness.

We've opened up the kitchen to the views and modernized it just enough to accomodate the most discerning vacation cook. Of course you'll enjoy the honed granite countertops, brand new appliances (and yes, there's a dishwasher. It's just hidden) and everything you need to create your dining masterpiece.

This historic beach home was the Caretaker's Cottage for our Historic Reed House, now just two houses north of this enchanting bungalow. Equipped for 6, it has two cozy bedrooms, each with a queen bed, and one bathroom with shower.

This well designed cozy house is the perfect space for your small individual, couples or group vacation, or as additional space to large groups visiting our Historic Reed House.

Note: Guest is required to sign a Rental Agreement for your stay.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
Fri and Sat booked together. Ask for questions.
Cancellations: Summer Jan. 1. Holiday 120 Days
Send inquiry for booking approval. NO EXCEPTIONS.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Manzanita

Located in Neahkahnie Beach, this cottage is in the mountains and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Haystack Rock and Cannon Beach. Hoffman Center for the Arts and Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad 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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Manzanita, Oregon

What's nearby

  • Sunset Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Neahkahnie Lake - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Manzanita Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Oswald West State Park - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Nehalem Bay State Park - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Cannon Beach Station - 19 min drive
  • Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roost Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Manzanita News & Espresso - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wanda's Cafe + Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bunk House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Fish N Chips - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Caretakers Bungalow pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Caretakers Bungalow?

As of 4 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Caretakers Bungalow on 15 Mar, 2026 start from 669.41, 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 Caretakers Bungalow?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Caretakers Bungalow?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Caretakers Bungalow?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Caretakers Bungalow located?

Nestled on the beach, this Neahkahnie Beach cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sunset Beach, Neahkahnie Lake and Hoffman Center for the Arts. Manzanita Golf Course and Oswald West State Park are also within 2 miles (3 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. 38 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vicki C.

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

Cozy

A cozy little cabin close to beach and quiet it was very nice and peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne Y.

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

Visit from Colorado Family

Beautiful views, well equipped, new kitchen and appliances, information provided and helpful. Great location off main road. Access to the beach. Nice linens.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

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

Absolutely fabulous!

A lovely, spotless, well-appointed home right on the shore. The view of the beach and waves from the living room is fabulous. Awesome fireplace, great kitchen, comfy beds. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia P.

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

Great, cozy weekend

We had a great stay here for our kids’ 10th birthday. We lucked out with some decent November weather and had a nice time! Good proximity to the beach, and views from the house when the weather wasn’t as nice. Comfy furnishings and well appointed kitchen. Not a bad walk down the beach to town either, took maybe 10-15 minutes even stopping to look at every shell :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Relaxing getaway!

Excellent, we loved walking to the beach in the morning and watching the water from the comforts of home. We enjoyed quality time with two of our adult daughters! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly O.

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

Winter on the Coast

Nicely updated older beach house. Conveniently located across from easy Neah-Kah-Nie beach access, about a mile north of town. Also close to multiple coast trails foe hiking. Kitchen has everything you need to cook a meal for a crowd. Wood burning fireplace was wonderful. Stop by the store in town to get bundles of wood or bring your own.Perfect for couple with dog getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

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

Best Stay with Best Friends

The Caretakers Bungalow was the perfect place for me to celebrate my birthday week with my best friends. We loved the location and the proximity to the beach and businesses. The large windows offered wonderful views of the beach and sunsets. I wished we could’ve sat outside on the Adirondack chairs to enjoy the view. Nevertheless we had an awesome week. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Sunil H.

Liked: Communication, location

Not worth the cost

We spent nearly a large amount of money for two nights at this property. Initially it appeared to be pretty clean and beautiful, but we noticed the floors were dirty, we found fruit flies/gnats inside the house. The view of the ocean isn’t as clear as you’d think due to quite a bit of obstruction from some bushes, and the windows that gave beach view were extremely dirty. In addition, the laundry list of rules is extensive and we spent hours doing towels and dishes (and putting them away per the rules) on our last morning to avoid the threatened late fees if we weren’t out by 11. This is all on top of paying substantial cleaning fees. I’m VERY certain the small place doesn’t cost that much to clean, particularly since we did the towels and dishes, as well as sweeping the floor on our first day of stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Liz L.

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

Great stay

Great property and friendly hosts with quick communication. The street the house is on is very quiet and provides quick (less than one minute!) access to the beach. Equipped with everything needed and comfortable beds. The view of the ocean with all of the windows is hard to beat. Plan to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

4/10 Poor

Davin D.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Poor communications and assumptions made by owners

This was the strangest weekend getaway I have ever had when it comes to owners spying on tenants and making wild assumptions. We reserved the four person house for our 49th and 50th birthdays. My partners parents flew in from New York and had hotel room in Garibaldi. The day of her birthday was spent at the beach in the sun, which was wonderful. Prior to walking to the beach we had five people at the property on the side deck preparing to go to the beach. In that time the owners or staff went by and noticed the number of people exceeded four and apparently assumed all those people were sleeping at the house. Rather than approaching us to get all the information, I get an email with wild accusations of wrong doing and stating that my cell phone number was a land line number and I was violating the rental agreement. I am not sure what the owners issues were other than being immature, unable to dial the correct phone number, and passive agressive towards people attempting to enjoy their weekend with a small party of five (three slept at the house). To top it off, at 10:20am the following morning, someone from the property parked outside the house to observe us packing up. Very strange interactions and we will find a different company/owners to rent from in the future. I can understand that some rentals could be abused by some renters, however, this was not the case and the feeling of being projected as being a guilty party in the minds of the owners is not pleasant, professional or necessary in my opinion. I would not recommend this property or any properties under this management or owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen O.

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

Beautiful cottage

Just a lovely place for a serene getaway. We loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maggie E.

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

Fantastic view

Great location if you want to soak in the ocean!! We happen to get a few incredible weather days and enjoyed our time on the patio as well as the beach. Having such an easy/quick access for us was key. Clean and well organized, highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

View and Location

Without a doubt, the best decision was to book the house for our long weekend. It was perfect for myself and my 13 yo son. We were able to cook breakfasts and dinners, make a fire, walk the beach, and relax in a clean and modern space at the end of the day. This house has everything to make your time on the coast extra comfortable and special. Haven’t even left yet and had family and friends ask about booking it for their future travel. We had a very minor mishap (knocked a shelf off the wall - no one was hurt but the shelf didn’t make it) and the owner was very responsive and understanding. We wouldn’t hesitate to rent again and my son has requested that we come back next year for spring break.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tami B.

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

Beautiful home

This home was so clean and fully stocked with everything you need. The view and location were perfect. We would love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Byron B.

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

Manzanita bungalow

Pleasant, but stormy week. The bungalow is very well equipped and comfortable. Very nice view the wild surf. Owners were quick to respond to our concerns.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Cristin C.

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

Beautiful spot

We love staying here and will likely be back. Just a beautiful location and everything that we needed was provided for us. I have to say that the floors in the bedroom were very very dirty. I dropped my pillow on the floor to the side of bed when we arrived... and when I picked it up there was hair small dust all over it. I wiped up the floor with a damp cloth. Also there are many condiments left and things in the house which is stated will be removed on the covid precautions. Truthfully, this didn't really bother us. We actually used some of them but I just wanted to let the owners know. A beautiful Escape, very comfortable and private and we really appreciated the ease of getting in and out and the communication with the owners. Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen J V., Yakima, Washington

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

Manzanita Dream!

My Sister and stayed in the bungalow for "sister" time and thoroughly enjoyed out stay. The bungalow was cute, clean, convenient to beach and town! Even though it was March the weather was lovely, no rain and lots of sunshine. Thank you Owners of this lovely Manzanita Dream!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

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

Classy, Romantic, Coastal Perfection

We are so glad we chose to stay in Manzanita, a small but beautiful spot on the coast. This cottage was immaculate, cozy and comfortable with everything we needed for our weekend! Beautiful views, easy beach access, quiet street and gorgeous interior! Easy drive to nearby Oswald State Forest, Canon Beach, and Seaside. Yummy breakfast at a Yolk and espresso at Msnzanita news. Firewood and wine at the little Apple grocery. Cozy fire and movie were a great way to end the day. Can’t wait to be back at this special hideaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Keith R., Seattle

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

Love the beach!! Love the house!

The home is loaded with everything you need. Super easy access to the less crowded side of the beach. Had great communication with the owners. The TV and thermostats are cumbersome but it may have just been operator error.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

margaret t.

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

Best Ever!

Caretaker's Cottage was by far my favorite VRBO yet, and I've left hotels behind for VRBO 15 years ago. The cottage was exactly what I needed...great view of the stormy sea, roaring fire, clean and clutter free surroundings, and a great book on my Kindle. The house is immaculate, organized, and compact. The kitchen is easy to cook in with lots of counter space, and it is super easy to keep clean. I plan to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Patti N.

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

Manzanita Beach House

Really cute and comfortable home right across from the beach. Beautiful views of the ocean! Real strict end of stay cleaning rules. Surprised that the host didn’t check in with us while the power was out for 9 hours to see if we needed flashlights or candles????
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

david s., bellingham wa.

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

watching the waves

this home is a perfect place for anyone looking for great beach walks and a wonderful cozy place for a glass of wine with someone you love
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tammera N., Missoula

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

Can’t wait to come back!

Relaxing, delightful, perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jean H., Portland

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

Beautiful home with view

Location, location, location - being so near the beach makes for any easy and beautiful visit. The home was sparkling clean as well as invitingly clean and comfortable. Kitchen is fully furnished - although we missed normal (8-16 oz) beverage-sized glasses (wine and very small glasses were available). Our stay was unfortunately brief but very enjoyable!

10/10 Excellent

Kerry K.

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

Fall Visit

We have owned holiday rental properties ourselves so are familiar with the issues that can arise, both as a renter and a landlord. This property was accurately advertised, was close to restaurants, was clean and well stocked. Overall we were very happy with the location and with the property itself. There are a couple of minor fixes that I would recommend : (1) The bathroom sink needs a plug. (2) The blind on the window in the south west corner does not open and close - not an issue for us but something you should know. I recognize that most people nowadays do many things using smart phones - find restaurants, check their menus etc - and, while we are semi- Luddites, being aged and from a low tech generation, we did use the internet to check out the local culinary establishments. That said, in our rental properties we always provided a" helpful hints" book that gave details of local restaurants and activities (we did find the two page printout that dealt with somelocal activity). Our books also gave instructions on using the TV and other devices, connecting to the internet etc. Your care package dealt with the latter but not the former. Getting to the adult version of Netflix proved a bit of a challenge, though we got there eventually, having got to a number of kiddie versions first. I suspect that less technology - challenged visitors would have had less trouble.

About the host

Hosted by Kim Bergstrom

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I'm Kim Bergstrom. My husband, Eric Bergstrom, have built on my father's dream of owning a beachfront house on the Oregon Coast. We now own three, and much to my husband's dismay we continue to grow. We purchased our family beach house from my father in 1996, and have thrived through sweat equity - most people think of us as rather crazy, but we've taken something we love to do and are making it our second chapter in life.

We enjoy taking properties with potential and great location, adding a facelift without removing the character, and introducing them to our expanding group of guests. Our latest endeavor is a turn of the century three story house which will sleep 20. We put a lot of thought and work into each house, and luckily have found guests who love the results. Like many of our guests we've come to know over the years, we hope you also come to think of this special house as your very own vacation home - without all the work!

Why they chose this property

With deep ties to the Manzanita community, we've watched this house over the years. Put up for sale, it needed love and attention, from the weedy front yard to the small windows and precarious route to the side deck. Kim and her daughter saw the potential and convinced Eric to join in the fun.

There definitely was a learning curve for all - by the end of the project we could have written a book detailing the fun and craziness with remodeling a cedar log house. With big windows and decks to take advantage of the beautiful setting and gorgeous ocean views, opening up smaller rooms to big open areas, designer touches here and there -- well, we invite you to see the results. Or check out our reviews. Our regular guests, and new guests, have awarded us great feedback. And every happy guest makes the experience worthwhile!

What makes this property unique

Spend your next vacation at this cozy oceanfront Caretakers Bungalow on one of the most famous Oregon beaches. You'll love the modern updates to this historic cabin, including updated desiger kitchen with honed granite counters and awesome views!

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