Oceanfront- Sea Gem Cottage

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

South Beach, OR

Ona Beach State Park
7 min walk
Seal Rock State Park
3 min drive
South Beach State Park
7 min drive
Newport, OR (ONP-Newport Municipal)
4 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

Sea Gem Cottage is an oceanfront home six miles south of Newport, Oregon. Our home now has two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a loft. The entire house has been completely remodeled with the additional bedroom and loft added as of February 2016.

There are bamboo floors throughout the house and travertine tiles in the bathroom. The home is decorated with modern furnishings. There are spectacular views of the beach and surf from every room of the house. The bedrooms have queen beds with storage drawers and wardrobes for your extended stay. The downstairs great room has seating for 6 at the dining table and a wall mounted Smart television with basic cable.

Stairs from the great room lead up to the loft area. Here you can find two twin beds on the garden side of the loft and a lounge area on the ocean side.

The house sits on a 40 foot tall bluff with a private path and stairs leading to the beach. The beach stretches for miles in either direction allowing for long walks on the beach where you rarely encounter another person.

Keywords: Oregon, Oregon coast, Newport, South Beach, ocean, beach, view, house, cottage, private, WiFi, modern, romantic, getaway, whale watching, sea gem

Note: Property is equipped with an active security camera facing the driveway.

Property manager

Josh Pope

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No Trailer or RV parking allowed on property.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

About the area

South Beach

Located in South Beach, this cottage is on the beach. Ocean Beaches Glass Gallery and Burrows House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Oregon Coast Aquarium and Hatfield Marine Science Center. Oregon State University Marine Science Center and The Wax Works are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.

South Beach, OR

What's nearby

Seal Rock State Park - 3 min drive
Oregon Coast Aquarium - 8 min drive
Yaquina Bay Bridge - 9 min drive
Yaquina Bay Lighthouse - 10 min drive
Nye Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

Newport Station - 11 min drive
Portland International Airport (PDX) - 168 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rogue Ales & Spirits Brewer's on the Bay - ‬9 min drive
‪South Beach Fish Market - ‬7 min drive
‪Rogue House of Spirits - ‬9 min drive
‪Mad Dog Country Tavern - ‬19 min drive
‪Seal Rock Espresso & Bakery - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront- Sea Gem Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront- Sea Gem Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront- Sea Gem Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront- Sea Gem Cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Beach cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Lost Creek State Recreation Site and Ona Beach State Park. Ocean Beaches Glass Gallery and Beaver Creek State Natural Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

David L.

25 Sept 2024

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

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

16 Sept 2024

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

The “Sea Gem” Rocks!

The renovation on this old house was well done with craftsman quality and high end finishes. The ocean view and location are excellent. Great place to stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik J.

16 Sept 2024

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

Wisconsin visits Oregon

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

11 Sept 2024

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

Wonderful

Lazy days soaking in the ocean. Love this place.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

18 Aug 2024

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

Wonderful beach vacation

Clean and quiet beach cottage. Perfect for our family of four. Very peaceful, unobstructed view of the pacific ocean with ditect beach access. Short drive to the center of Newport for dining and shopping.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt T.

12 Aug 2024

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

Nice quiet beach . Everything we needed .

Nice views from deck , bedroom, lawn.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

8 Aug 2024

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

Perfect retreat

We had an amazing time in this gorgeous home. Everything in the house is thoughtful and beautiful, and the sea views were spectacular (we saw whales spouting!). The beach was awesome and fairly easy to access, and the host was responsive and very helpful. We loved it!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beliinda G.

6 Aug 2024

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

Girls Get-Together

Relaxing time.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia D.

19 July 2024

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Perfect

A beautiful, clean and very well equipped house with a great view. Would love to come back.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gena L.

9 July 2024

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

Perfect!

We absolutely loved our stay here, it was everything we had hoped for and more. The entire cottage was extremely clean and owner thought of everything to make our stay feel like it was our home. The bed was very comfortable and with the door open at night listening to the sound of the made for a perfect night sleep. I wouldn't hesitate to rent this property again whenever we're Oregon. The steps to the ocean are a little challenging but we're in our 70's so that probably was the real issue. As stated in previous reviews the drive way is narrow but if you back in, it's just fine. I would not hesitate to book this property, you won't be disappointed. Thank you a wonderful four days, we hope to come back

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

9 July 2024

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

Nothing short of fantastic!

Everything about our experience with this property, from the moment we arrived, to the moment we left, and everything in between, was absolutely amazing. When you turn off the road into the driveway for the first time you immediately glimpse the view that will greet you every morning, every time you come back from exploring some of the most beautiful country in the world, and every second you spend in the house. Not only is it an amazing location, but everything from the aesthetic design to the practical use of space and general functionality of the house is extremely well thought out. One of the coolest parts of the house is the loft. There is a little desk area, a super cool bench right by the rear window looking out over the water with a ledge to set your coffee and breakfast, and two twin beds for whoever is lucky enough to get stuck up there. You walk out the back door, down a cute little path and you are on the beach in less than a minute. We hung out with a baby sea lion on the beach for 20 minutes before it waddled into the water and swam off. I’m not kidding. I know I sound like I was paid to write this review, but it has been two months since we were there, and if I had written it right away it would have been even more glowing. I should mention that it was just me and my wife but plenty of room for kids. Also, make sure you get the Wi-Fi code and door password at the airport, or at least in Newport. There is NO cell service around the house. Wi-Fi is great though.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie A.

7 July 2024

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

Great little beach house

This place was lovely! It was nicely remodeled, very clean, and has gorgeous views of the beach. You can literally sit and watch the ocean from the kitchen table. Beautiful. There is a path down to the beach- but I would not recommend it for elderly folks because you’re walking on big rocks and it’s pretty uneven. The only downsides to this place are the road noise, particularly if you sleep with windows open at night, and the crazy driveway. If this were my place I’d eliminate the front “yard” and make it a turn around for the driveway. You really need to back into the driveway and the traffic on the road is going 40-50 MPH so it’s challenging to find a gap to pull over and back into the driveway. Absolutely no room for a turn around in the driveway as is. The reviews warned about the driveway but I thought maybe it was exaggerated. Nope! Anyway, we made it work. Overall a lovely home on the beach with close proximity to Newport and other surrounding towns.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susana S.

8 June 2024

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Excellent !!!

The Sea Gem was very clean, beds were comfortable and furnishings in good condition. The kitchen was well equipped. As far as location goes, it was excellent, right by the ocean with access to the beach. It is obvious that a lot of thought has been put into this property to make your stay as comfortable as possible. We will definitely stay here if we are in the Newport area again. The host was very responsive to any questions we had and replied very quickly. Great place & great experience!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorie C.

19 May 2024

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Fabulous

What a lovely stay! The place was clean and you couldn’t ask for a better view and beach access. Backing out of the driveway is tricky but doable. The climb down to the beach could be hard for older people. Make note that there is only a toaster oven, no oven. We absolutely loved it though. It’s quaint and comfortable! We will be back again! It’s adorable!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trish S.

29 Apr 2024

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Awesome and peaceful experience

Every time my husband and I stay here we wish we had stayed longer and book our next stay for the following year. Although it rained the entire time we were there, it was still relaxing and beautiful. The neighboring small towns are fun to explore as well. The South Beach Fish Market just up the street has delicious seafood to take home. We always get the dungeness crabs (eat cold) and this time got halibut and cooked it on the charcoal BBQ for fish tacos. Best we've ever had! The hosts are very responsive and helpful!!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita C.

15 Apr 2024

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

Amazing Ocean View

The view of the ocean is breathtaking! We enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

30 Mar 2024

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

The best VRBO we have ever stayed in

The home was beautiful and very clean. The home also had the most comfortable beds and the warmest bedding. Everything was new and updated. Very cozy home with a beautiful yard. Our only complaint, if you could even call it a complaint, is the driveway. It was so narrow. A truck or SUV would have a very tight fit. Everything else was truly a 10/10 and we fit comfortably with a family of 4.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett M.

26 Mar 2024

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Excellent place to stay in Newport

Clean, comfortable, and affordable. Recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dustin C., Surrey

23 Mar 2024

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Fantastic as per usual

This is our second time staying here and both times it has been absolutely wonderful. The cottage is comfortable, quiet, and private; it’s perfect for a family vacation or even if you have to do some remote working like I did. It’s a very cute space that is well furnished, clean, comfortable and has everything one could need to cook your own meals. The ocean view from the backyard is spectacular and the property manager is excellent to deal with. We will definitely come back again next year!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue Ann K.

25 Feb 2024

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Very comfortable and clean

Top rated, will stay here again!!! :). Loved everything about the property!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcus S.

21 Feb 2024

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Perfect get away

We couldn’t have enjoyed this cottage and location any better. Everything was perfect and we can’t wait to go back. Gorgeous views, easy and close beach access. The loft was a real treat. Thanks Josh!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily O.

19 Feb 2024

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Beach Front Paradise

Beauftiful home has all the amenities and then some. Lots of extra little details. Amazing location. We loved the patios and the beach being feet away from the house. The views were incredible. We even saw a bald eagle and a whale in the distance. Clean, comfortable, quiet, private and close to nearby towns with great restaurants. Many adventures in the area. Perfect litte getaway for our anniversary.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

13 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

It was a wonderful house, sitting on a bluff about 20 ft up from surfline. High tide almost brings the ocean right to your doorstep (only 20 ft below). We had the beach pretty much to ourselves which was nice. House was immaculate from top to bottom. Quality kitchen, cookware and utensils. All fixtures were modern and easy to use. As 73 year-olds, we found the couch a bit uncomfortable for sitting a period of time and would have preferred adjustable chairs, but the beds were very comfortable. Only suggestion we have would be to have a railing to help you down the pathway rocks to the beach. All considered, a very nice place and will likely revisit. Our thanks to Josh.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henning H.

26 Nov 2023

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

Beach house with amazing views

Beautiful, cozy beach house with the most amazing views! Lots of love went into the preparation of the house and the location cannot be topped. Thank you, Josh, for a wonderful place we could stay at for a week!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scot c.

16 Nov 2023

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The Best!!

This place was amazing . Every thing was thought out to make the stay just like home. Highly recommend staying here .

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Josh Pope

We have enjoyed spending time on the Oregon Coast for years and fell in love with the Sea Gem Cottage the moment we first met/stayed! When we aren't spending time at the Sea Gem ourselves, we enjoy allowing others to experience the beauty and calmness of oceanfront living.

Why they chose this property

The Newport area is the most beautiful and scenic part of the Oregon Coast in our opinion. There is abundant wildlife as well as the conveniences of a nearby city. Whales and seals have been viewed from the cottage. Seagulls and pelicans fly by the windows and float in the wind. The privacy granted by having a house on the ocean cannot be matched by a hotel or condo.

What makes this property unique

The cottage was built in the 1960's, but has been completely remodeled with tasteful, modern decor, yet keeping some of the original charm. It was then added on to in 2016 to include a loft and second bedroom. It is challenging to find modern properties with beach access on the Oregon Coast, and this cottage will not disappoint.