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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom52 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Fireplace

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Nehalem, OR
  • Place, Nehalem River
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Nehalem H Street Dock
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cannon Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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Waterfront Oasis on the Nehalem River with Free WiFi & Dock - Dog Friendly

Summary:

River Otter



The Space:

Everything you need for a coastal riverfront getaway in a charming little cabin. Find yourself taking in wonderful views of the river and sunrises at this fantastic updated light, bright concept Nehalem home with large picture windows. The quaint towns of Nehalem, Manzanita, and Wheeler are only a short drive away with lots of shops, cafes, and restaurants to explore.



The River Otter is the perfect place to watch tidal changes, seals, otters, and birds including Purple Martins that travel from South America each summer to nest. There's plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy the views from the dock, deck, or backyard, or relax indoors on cold days in the comfy furniture in front of the LED fireplace.



Launch your kayak or paddle board from the private dock and explore the scenic Nehalem River. You can also bring your boat to go crabbing or fish for legendary Salmon and Steelhead that run up the river. Be sure to bring your hiking and beach gear as the dramatic Oregon Coast is just a short drive away.



Inside, this gem boasts all the comforts of home including a well-stocked kitchen with newer appliances an open living area with high-speed Wi-Fi, and a smart 4K flat-screen TV for watching your favorite movies or just snuggling up with a good book.



Don't miss out on this truly special getaway and book your stay today!



Things to Know

Netflix streaming (guests need own account)

Dog-friendly
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Nehalem River. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a fireplace in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and fireplace
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Nehalem River and a 3-minute drive from Nehalem H Street Dock

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 560 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Waterfront Oasis on the Nehalem River with Free WiFi & Dock - Dog Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nate Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to stay with a boat!!! One of our favorite places to stay in the north coast.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Home was very clean. Lock was a little to be desired. Everything was a drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Allison A.

Riverfront cottage

This is the sweetest little cottage. It was perfect for our getaway. It is located in a great spot to explore the Cannon Beach, Tillamook and Rockaway beach areas. It was clean and exactly as pictured. We very much enjoyed our stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tamra B.

The bathroom was small for 4 adults.

The location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just fine
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lauren M.

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

Stay

House was accommodating and a great location with a personal dock. Would stay here again, close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

We felt like we were in an all glass house !! Beautiful view of the river. Gorgeous sunrises too.

Gorgeous sunrises too.
Verified

8/10 Good

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Clean small rental with comfortable beds and furniture. Good location for great beaches and towns. Sweet quiet river in front but unfortunately the road behind the house and bridge next to it are quite loud. Also the lockbox needs work as it takes multiple attempts to make it work.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nate Z.

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

Salmon getaway

Great place to stay with a boat. Dock and house are well cared for. Great place to stay and have boat ready to go for fishing and crabbing. House is well furnished and
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David & Christianne H.

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

February Getaway

Was a great experience! Loved the area and the place was very neat and clean with well maintained amenities and utensils for cooking. Peaceful location and would love to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ruth r.

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

Nehalem riverfront

Very nice, comfortable, beautiful views!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

Wonderful! A paddlers paradise!

Beautiful view, easy access to the water on private dock. Looks brand new inside with everything we needed. Fantastic owners too!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Don P.

River Otter Bliss

The house it self is small but very clean and comfortable. The views are spectacular and the location is close to everything you possibly could want to do. Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Mark L. K.

Nice place but could be much better

The space is nice and the location was great for getting to the beach. The river is endless entertainment so you can just sit on the desk of the couch and just watch the birds.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peggy K.

River otter September 22

Nice little house right on the Nehalem River. Comfortable furnishings, and a dock to fish from. Perfect to just have a few days to get away from the city.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brandy h.

Great place!

This is the perfect place for a little get away for a small group. Super easy to get to from the boat launch and plenty of space for your trailer, etc. at the house. Kudos to the interior designer!! Definitely a warm and homey space. We’ll be back for sure.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Beverly B.

Disappointed

Pretty but inconvenient amenities, poorly designed. Dangerous waterfront without fencing. Not safe for dogs or children.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Scott H.

Otter pop

Convenient location on a quiet river with wildlife in all directions. Salmon jumping and birds floating by this cozy retreat. Large picture window and all the amenities you will require for your stay. Great communication from Vacasa to get you in with a code and make your stay favorable. A bit difficult with parking and access into the property but manageable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Randy W.

An awesome surprise!

The River Otter home more than met our expectations! A very well organized place for a relaxing retreat!! This place was well stocked with everything you could possibly need for a nice stay right on the Nehalem River yet close to the beach. We cannot wait for a stay during the summer during salmon season. Thanks for providing and awesome place!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

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

We didn’t want to leave!

Nicely remodeled small house. Lots of added little touches like solar lights around the property. The decor is perfect and the kitchen is stocked with everything we needed. We tied our boat up to the nice dock and fished every day then got to relax in this beautiful house and watch the river. There are river otters who play in the evening around the dock. I would buy this house if they were selling!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dane B.

Awesome little cabin on the river.

It's a really sweet little spot. Sunrises were stunning, and we watched both otters and seals swim by mere feet away from the floating dock. Super close to art and pottery of Nehalem, and to all the things Manzanita has to offer, but the cabin itself feels so nicely outside of the traffic flow and tourist bustle of Oregon Coast Hwy 101 towns. The cabin itself is very well appointed for a space so compact. Our dogs loved it as well; much cuddling was done. Do note that this house is about comfort and views and not about space; the beds are comfy, but the bedrooms are definitely made for sleeping and not for spreading out.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

dean m.

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

code for lock box incorrect

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Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Emiko F.

Incredible little home on the river!

This house was more than I could have hoped for! The home was really cozy, had amazing natural light, fully stocked with all the kitchen items one would need as well as great outdoor furniture for lounging. The bed we slept in (there were just two of us so we left the other room alone) was one of the most comfortable beds I'd ever slept in! Although the location wasn't super walkable as it's along a main road without sidewalks, we found we and our pup had plenty of outdoor space to relax and spent an afternoon hanging out on the dock. It was so peaceful and beautiful at the house- 2 nights away felt like a week! There was a grill on the deck and we wished we would have known that as it would have changed the groceries we brought! I think it would be a great addition to the details of the house and make an already amazing house just a little bit more incredible. Thank you so much for sharing your home- it was a much needed getaway!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

Stay and privacy interrupted by staff

During what we thought would be a private stay at this lovely home Vacasa staff accessed the property at 2pm to perform general maintenance such as changing keys in the lock box and replacing signage. We had no warning so our privacy was violated as the maintenance person came onto the deck and looked into the large picture windows where we were enjoying ourselves up to that point. He said he was replacing keys which was confusing since we had key less entry. I felt so uncomfortable that we called Vacasa to just confirm that this man was actually working with them. I am obviously so disappointed and upset. It ruined my stay
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Gem nestled on the Oregon Coast

I booked the River Otter for a remote working getaway and a vacation and it was perfect for both! Cleanliness was top notch, especially for being in a remote location. Never had issues with the internet or phone calls at the property. The home had everything to make for a comfortable stay (especially an extended one) and Vacasa is attentive to your needs. I for sure will be staying again or looking into other Vacasa properties. Tips for this place. Had 4 adults at one point and I can't imagine having more than that to not feel completely cooped up. Respect the neighbors and they'll give you that in return. I was there for 2 weeks in May and while we lucked out for some sun, you should always be prepared for the rain here. You'll run into bugs. It's inevitable being in a middle of a forest/canyon. Just make sure to keep windows and doors closed when you can. You can hear cars from the bridge and roadway but barely noticed and it calms down at night. Only recommendation would be to get blackout curtains for the rooms. Give this place a try if you are looking for kayaking/paddleboarding or fishing right off the property!