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Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, 1/4 mile from Heceta Beach

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
2 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, video library
Exterior
Nestled in a tree-lined setting, The Fortress at Heceta Beach offers a tranquil retreat within walking distance of the beach. Unwind with your dogs on the pebbly grounds or gather around the firepit to swap stories, and enjoy cozy evenings watching DVDs from the movie library.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$440
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, 1/4 mile from Heceta Beach

The Fortress at Heceta Beach

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Find the utmost in privacy as well as convenience at this tree-lined home in Florence, ideally situated within a short stroll of Heceta Beach.

This two-story home sits a quarter-mile from an access path to a peaceful stretch of Heceta Beach, a wonderful, tranquil spot for boogie boarding and beachcombing. The property itself is quiet, surrounded by beautiful coastal vegetation, and securely fenced for your dogs. In the surrounding area, you'll have great options for crabbing, fishing, hiking, and visiting such Oregon Coast landmarks as the Sea Lion Caves and Heceta Head Lighthouse.

Walk home from the beach in the afternoons to let your dogs play on the pebbly grounds, relax outside on the small front porch, or gather around the firepit to swap stories and ease the chill of the ocean waves.

The home's interior is bright, open, and inviting. Get started on dinner in the well-equipped kitchen, sit down to eat at the two breakfast bars, and spend the evening hours watching DVDs from the movie library and playing board games in the living room.

THINGS TO KNOW
There is no washer/dryer.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Porch/lanai

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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
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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

89688

About the area

Map
Florence, OR

What's nearby

  • Heceta Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Historic Old Town Florence - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Three Rivers Casino - 13 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Sea Lion Caves - 18 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Heceta Head Lighthouse - 20 min drive - 22.8 km

Getting around

  • Eugene, OR (EUG) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Abby's Legendary Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, 1/4 mile from Heceta Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, 1/4 mile from Heceta Beach?

As of 18 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, 1/4 mile from Heceta Beach on 20 Nov 2025 start from AU$439.62, 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 Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, 1/4 mile from Heceta Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, 1/4 mile from Heceta Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, 1/4 mile from Heceta Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, 1/4 mile from Heceta Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Heceta Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of North Jetty Beach and Sand Master Park. Sandpines Golf Course and Ocean Dunes Golf Links are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Private, quiet, dog-friendly home with firepit, 1/4 mile from Heceta Beach Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

Perfect place!

Myself, my 3 kids, and our dog had a wonderful time! Short walk to the beach and the neighborhood was quiet and friendly!

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute property and well-kept. Neat and clean. The cleaning crew did a great job and was really on the ball, allowing for us to have an early check-in! Thanks again for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Short Stay

Large, fully fenced yard for the dog. Starlink internet service. Good room layout. Quiet. Short walk to beach.
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10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

Great place

Smelled clean and was a blast
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10/10 Excellent

Trina B.

Awesome place

Every thing was wonderful.
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10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

Loved our stay

The location was perfect for us! Loved the private secured gate and fully fenced area! Would definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary b.

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

cozy cabin in a great location!

Everything you need for a weekend getaway to the coast!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

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

Enjoyable and comfortable

My husband and I had a wonderful stay here. It was as described. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

A good place

We loved the location, the ease of the transaction. Everything works and we were ablew to be carefree.
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10/10 Excellent

Renae M.

Great for a small family or a few old friends

I stayed with my daughter so two women alone for the weekend. The Fortress is just that!! We felt so safe and secure! We had a great relaxing time. The place is so private and secluded but yet surrounded by neighbors. It is close to everything in Florence. We had a great time walking down to the beach, the directions on the inside of the door were perfect, I just snapped a picture and away we went. It was very easy to find. Plenty of towels and bedding.

10/10 Excellent

Bob V.

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

Close to beach

Very easy walk to the beach. Property was clean and comfortable. Communication was prompt and clear.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stanley S.

Great for dog and people too

The secure area
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

A great and private space to enjoy your Oregon adventure!

We have stayed here twice and absolutely love that there is a large yard with a privacy fence. In addition, the beach is only a block away which is great. There are so many fun things to do in the area and we thoroughly enjoyed a sandboarding experience behind the Fred Meyers in Florence. I would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

vicky h.

Quiet and private.

Very easy short walk to beach. East drive to restaurants and shopping.
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8/10 Good

Denise E.

Denise and Sammi, marylans

Peaceful private location close to the beach. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jay P.

Great spot!

This place was great! A short walk right to the beach. Plenty of towels available as well as pillows. If I had one minor suggestion it would be to have instructions on how to use the tv and the recliner. lol. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

The Prefect Getaway

This is the cutest house in a perfect location with great restaurants nearby and the beach right around the corner. Perfect spot for one or two couples. Fenced in yard and a firepit. Pictures online do not do it justice. Will definitely be back. Turns out I know the artist of the paintings inside too! Cool!
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10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Great stay after a Rouge River trip

We floated the Rouge River 4 days prior to our stay at The Fortress. The lovely and dog friendly home and yard had everything we needed. Most important was a secure place to drop our boat and trailer. Plenty of secure and safe space for 2 trucks and 2 trailers. Walking distance to beach was epic. Quick drive to Old Town and all major restaurants. Fred Myers close and convienient. Touring Sea Lion caves, beaching it at Haceta and visiting Old Town Florence was our one day adventures. Ohhhh, get ice cream and taffy at BJ’s. Easy to find location and super cozy house. Awesome stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay after a rouge river trip We floated the rouge river 4 days prior to our stay at the fortress. The lovely and dog friendly home and yard had everything we needed. Most important was a secure place to drop our boat and trailer. Plenty of secure and safe space for 2 trucks and 2 trailers. Walking distance to beach was epic. Quick drive to old town and all major restaurants. Fred myers close and convienient. Touring sea lion caves, beaching it at haceta and visiting old town florence was our one day adventures. Ohhhh, get ice cream and taffy at bj’s. Easy to find location and super cozy house. Awesome stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

Vicki F.

So So

The house was clean, which was very nice. However, there was a very strong smell...cleaning or disinfecting products? We live two doors down and I was unable to even sit on the front porch. The fence was sturdy and there was a nice dog bowl for water. However, the grounds had a lot of debris...LOTS of cigarette butts (we picked up many to make sure the dog wouldn't eat them), and other bits of trash. The bad outweighed the good so we won't be using this location again.

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

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

Private and perfect for quick trip

Smooth and easy check in process. The privacy of the property was great for our family and our dog! The house was super clean and had necessities minus groceries but Fred Meyer was less than 10 mins down the road. Beach was a short walk down 2 blocks, which was perfect. We enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

This home is a comfortable palace.

This home was absolutley fantastic! It was the perfect size, with enough space for a small group, but cozy enough to enjoy a epic thunderstorm with a glass of wine. The gate gives you a great sense of privacy. You are a short walk to the beach, and a minute drive to the local pub for drinks and freindly locals. My husband and I drove from SLC to renew our vows on our 10 year anniversary. Your home was the pefect choice. The kitchen is well equipped, the bed was comfortable and the fire pit was enjoyable. The home also had a MASSIVE dvd library. The only slight drawback is the address is hard to see in the dark, maybe some reflective tape will be helpful. Otherwise a wonderful stay. We will absolutly come back again, only with our dogs!
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10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Comfortable and dog friendly

The Fortress is a nice little place. Very clean, Comfortable, dog friendly, and close to lots of fun things to do. It had all the things we needed from kitchen items to crabbing gear. The securely fenced yard provides privacy and a safe place for the dog. As someone who often travels with my dog, I found this to be the most dog friendly vacation rental I’ve ever stayed in.
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10/10 Excellent

Carly N.

Beach house getaway

We really enjoyed our stay here , I have two kids and two dogs and it was perfect for the beach , a two min walk and we was on heceeta beach , having the yard fully enclosed with a fence meant I could relax knowing my kids and dogs couldn’t escape . The house was lovely , clean and inviting . Got good use out of the fire pit , made s’mores which the kids love . All round perfect few days . Thank you . Oh and Florence old twin was wonderful and we visited the sea lion cave s as well which was super cool .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Erlita C.

Perfect private getaway

We loved the tall completely fenced yard and all the puppy amenities! There is a fire pit and crab pots. It was just minutes away from the Suislaw River where we love to kayak as well! Immaculate house with three king beds (2 bdrm) and beautiful ocean life decor!