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The Dude's Abode A-Frame Private Ocean Access

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The Dude's Abode- beach A Frame!
View from bench on path to beach.
A-Frame living area
Vaulted ceiling open to loft
HDMI TV with cable, netflix, and blu-ray

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 460.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Otter Rock, OR
  • Devil's Punch Bowl State Natural Area
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Beverly Beach State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Yaquina Head Light House
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Newport, OR (ONP-Newport Municipal)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Dude's Abode A-Frame Private Ocean Access

The Dude's Abode is a small, 1969 A-Frame in the small oceanfront community of the Alpine Chalets. We are set in a forested, high-bank oceanfront 7-Acre setting at Otter Rock, along with 10 other privately owned chalets. The community shares a private path with access to the best surfing beach in the area!

Restored to a 1969 vibe, fans of vintage A-Frame villages, surfers, and free spirits will love this spot.

An original "tiny house" village at the beach, this 656 Square foot A-Frame Chalet has a kitchen, living room with vaulted ceiling (open to the loft), bedroom, and ensuite bath on the main level. The upper level loft has 2 twin beds, a built in desk, and a peek of the ocean framed by shore pines out the upper window. The lower bedroom has a queen bed.

Loft access is by a ladder with rails, so this would not be suitable for a toddler or a child who is not a good stair-climber yet. The ensuite bath is shared, so access for all guests through the main (downstairs) bedroom. It's a classic cabin-style, for families and close friends who don't mind sharing space. We have restored this home to its 1969 look.

You'll love the location, the coziness, the high ceilings. The Dude's Abode is good for couples, solo adventurers, families (with kids), and furry friends (pets). The Abode is very popular-- if it is unavailable for your dates, check out our New Listing "Mermaid's Rest" in the same village.

The seven acre grounds include 2 firepits and barbecue areas, park benches, a swing-set, grassy and forested areas. Most of this part of the coast has steep staircases for beach access, so you'll enjoy the stroll down through the beach on a meandering path, with just a few stairs at beach level. Access is about a mile from public access either direction, so this area is much less crowded than other beaches any time of year. Beautiful long view of the beach, from Devils Punchbowl to the North to Yaquina Head lighthouse to the South.

We won't be in your space during your stay, but are often nearby and have staff who can help in the event of an emergency. There is a groundskeeper (Lance) who lives full time on the Alpine Chalets property, in the event of emergency or security issues.

Otter Rock is a small community along the "Otter Crest Loop" a beautiful, scenic section of historic Highway 101 between Newport and Depoe Bay, Oregon. This whole section of the Oregon Coast is "high bank" Oceanfront, with most beach access by steep staircase. Our Alpine Chalets community is special for the 7 acre grounds (shared by only 11 separate Chalets) and for the hiking path down to the beach. The path is a bit steep at the top, but is generally easier to use than public access stairs in this area. Usually deserted and very private, that privacy changes for surf school! We are just south of the popular Otter Rock surfing beach and are perfect for your surf getaway. The old highway is close to Hwy 101.

1 mile North is public access for surfing, the Devils Punchbowl State Park, and Otter Rock Marine Preserve with tidepools. 8 miles south in Newport with shopping, a fishing fleet, charters, and the Oregon Coast Aquarium.

Car is recommended. We are on the Oregon Coast bicycle route; and would be a great stop for hard-care cyclists doing their dream 101 ride.
No stairs into unit; main bedroom, bath and kitchen on one level. Please ask if you have accessibility concerns.

2 parking spaces in assigned parking space. Driveway is the far south end of Otter Crest Loop, marked "Alpine Chalets." 10 minute drive South to Newport, 10 minute drive North to Depoe Bay.
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Property manager

John
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Loft ladder may not be safe for toddlers.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
$10/pet/day, up to $50.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
420 friendly.
Guests must sign the rental agreement.
Security deposit required up to $300.

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Otter Rock

Located in Otter Rock, this chalet is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Beverly Beach State Park and Devil's Punch Bowl State Park, while Whale, Sea Life, and Shark Museum and Burrows House Museum are cultural highlights. Tradewinds Charters and Oregon Undersea Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Otter Rock, OR

What's nearby

  • Devil's Punch Bowl State Natural Area - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Beverly Beach State Park - 1 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Moolack Beach - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Yaquina Head Light House - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Nye Beach - 11 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Newport Station - 11 min drive
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 158 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Horn Public House And Brewery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Izzy's Pizza Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gracie's Sea Hag - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tidal Raves Seafood Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dude's Abode A-Frame Private Ocean Access pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Dude's Abode A-Frame Private Ocean Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Dude's Abode A-Frame Private Ocean Access?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Dude's Abode A-Frame Private Ocean Access located?

Nestled on the beach, this Otter Rock chalet is within 1 mi (2 km) of Flying Dutchman Winery, Beverly Beach State Park and Devil's Punch Bowl State Natural Area. Otter Crest State Scenic Viewpoint is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

maria a.

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

Adorable!

Such a cute little place right on the coast. Walk down to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy M.

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

Great Oregon beach

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathi C.

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

Nice place

Great management staff who responded quickly if anything was needed. The beach is fabulous. The cabin was cute and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirstie S.

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

Stop and take a breath.

We really enjoyed this quiet, well maintained location with easy beach access. The peace itself will bring a smile. The little hill to the quiet beach is not too much. The beach...we will miss A LOT. There is coffee/bakery nearby. Mo's provided us yummy lunches and don't miss the Flying Dutchman. P.S. Bring binoculars to see the sea lions that hang out on the rocks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved all the character of this place. Such a unique stay and loved the vibe!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marci H.

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

Just Right

We had kids and dogs and everything was just right. The walk to the beach was a daily treat. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Would Ramble again

The Ramble On was a wonderful place to stay! Our little A-frame was just right for the 4 of us and our dogs. We were very impressed by the cleanliness of the property upon check-in, especially being near a beach and pet friendly. There wasn’t a lick of sand or pet hair anywhere. Kudos to the cleaning crew. The furnishing and beds were comfortable. The kitchen was adequate for the few things we made. My only complaint about the whole experience was the beach access wasn’t quite as easy as I feel the pictures made it appear. My elderly mother was with us, and she couldn’t traverse the trail down to the beach which was disappointing. Other than that, we were very pleased with the property. We would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the thoughtful touches. Everything anyone could need is supplied in the chalet. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie A.

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

Working Vacation

The house was as advertised. The owners were very nice. I would rent this place again. Wish there was parking for more than 1 car. Overall great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rian A.

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

Excellent location

We had a wonderful stay here and we’ll be back hopefully next summer too. Communication with the owner was seamless as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

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

Fun Family Beach Get A Way!

We had a great time here! Great location, the beach was perfect, so clean and private and beautiful! We really enjoyed out nightly sunset beach trips. The little trail to the beach was pretty easy and short for us, but definitely makes your legs feel the burn on the way back up! We are pretty active so it wasn’t a big deal for us, but if someone had some Mobility issues then it could possibly be harder for them. The cabin was cute and fun, and our family had a great time there. Great location, close to lots of things to do, we even drove to nearby Depot Bay and saw Whales!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

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

Fun experience

My husband and I stayed here for a week and loved this place! It is clean and cute inside/out, has short walk to the beach, and a great location! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

inspired and relaxing

The dude-inspired decoration scheme is brilliant! We found the whole place to be super cozy and relaxing and would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

Fun house, great spot

The house was in a great location with easy access to a relatively private section of the beach. The house was clean and cute, and my family definitely enjoyed the disco ball ;) We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

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

Fantastic property and beach

This property was so cozy and unique. We came here for a mother-daughter get away and had a great time. The location is fantastic and the beach completely exceeded our expectations. I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Christopher H., McMinnville, Oregon

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

Funky Motel Feel on the Coast

This place is well decorated and is close to the beach. The property has more of a funky motel feel than a cabin or Shalet in the woods. Perfect for people on their 20’s or early 30’s. Front window view is a huge parking lot. Out back is the highway that you drove in on. Luckily traffic is light at night so the traffic noise did not keep me up.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L., Hillsboro, USA

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

Name says it all

Really nice, perfect location. We really had a great time, it was perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

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

Sweet spot

Definitely recommend this sweet little spot. A quick walk to the beach (there is a small hill to climb/descend). Games, books, & movies available in the house, and all the things you’d need. We really enjoyed the getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

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

Dudettes Abode..awesome!

Just as advertised, great communication with Owners, funky and fun! LOVED that beach was short hike away. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher S.

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

Perfect Lil Chalet with private beach.

The title sums it up perfectly. Quiet place. Privateish beach. Cozy home. Would come back for sure. Don’t forget to check out the dvd library they surprisingly had The Big Lebowski!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kari H.

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

Calling all Big Lebowski fans!

My husband is a huge Lebowski fan. We came here for his birthday and had such a kick with the themed chalet. It was clean, well organized, and a short walk to a semi private beach. The only bummer is that the campfire and bbq area was closed. We had a bonfire on the beach instead and minus the wind it was great. The kids loved having their own space upstairs in the loft. I highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

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

Great place! Looking forward to going back!

What a great getaway spot! We spent 3 lovely days at The Dudes Abode and will definitely be back. Cozy place and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maddie P.

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

Funky and fun!

We loved our stay here! The location is unbeatable and we absolutely loved the funky 1970s-esque theming of the house. We look forward to coming back in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by John

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We love Oregon! We found an amazing "super 70s" custom home in 2013, restored, preserved, designed and curated the interior to create our dream home and share it with others. "Brannholm" is our love letter to the 1970s slow pace with water, sun, fun, and long conversations by the fire--the perfect place to build your memories with family and friends.

Why they chose this property

In 2016, we found a 1969 A-Frame. An intimate cabin in an oceanfront A-Frame village with strolling grounds to the best surfing beach in Oregon, we restored and designed "The Dude's Abode" for couples and small groups who dig the "summer of love" vibe. We offer beautiful and nostalgic space for your getaway, whether its a week of boating in the summer, a fall fishing trip, a winter storm-watching feast, or a spring hiking trip.

What makes this property unique

A tiny cluster of A-Frames on extensive, natural grounds is the kind of space that existed in the past but is now going extinct--especially where Oceanfront land is concerned. We love that our A-Frame and this little village has escaped being knocked down and turned into a "big box" hotel or timeshare. We hope your vacation here evokes happy memories of the past and generates new memories for your future.

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