Playing Hooky ~ Dog-friendly retreat, perfect location, short walk to beach

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill
Dryer
Washer
Outdoor space

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Manzanita, OR

Sunset Beach
‪9 min walk‬
Nehalem Bay State Park
‪13 min walk‬
Manzanita Golf Course
‪15 min walk‬
Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional)
‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

Playing Hooky is beautifully remodeled, modern and airy -- just steps away from all of the shops and restaurants of Manzanita and a short walk to the beach. There is space for your entire group to spread out, with two living spaces and a large patio geared up for outdoor fun! Don't forget to bring your dog, they are always welcome at Playing Hooky! Monthly rentals are very common, significant discounts are available.
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Property manager

Jason Hedges

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Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

About the area

Manzanita

Located in Manzanita, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Haystack Rock and Cannon Beach.

Manzanita, OR

What's nearby

Sunset Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Nehalem Bay State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Manzanita Golf Course - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Nehalem Beach - 13 min drive - 4.0 km
Kelly's Brighton Marina LLC - 13 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Manzanita News & Espresso - ‬3 min walk
‪Wanda's Cafe + Bakery - ‬4 min drive
‪Coffee Shop Manzanita - ‬8 min walk
‪The Winery at Manzanita - ‬5 min walk
‪Offshore Grill - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Playing Hooky ~ Dog-friendly retreat, perfect location, short walk to beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Playing Hooky ~ Dog-friendly retreat, perfect location, short walk to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Playing Hooky ~ Dog-friendly retreat, perfect location, short walk to beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Playing Hooky ~ Dog-friendly retreat, perfect location, short walk to beach located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Neahkahnie Lake and Sunset Beach. Nehalem Bay State Park and Manzanita Golf Course are also within 15 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

21 April 2025

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

Perfect beach getaway

A lil gem in Manzanita. We loved everything about the house and will definitely be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

18 April 2025

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

Perfect beach get-away for our family!

We loved this home (so thoughtfully decorated and stocked and so pretty and clean)! Bright, cheery, tons of windows, comfy beds, and an amazing bonus fun room upstairs! So close to the main street of Manzanita (shops, restaurants, etc) and only 5 minute walk to the beach. Location was so peaceful and quiet - you could hear the ocean from the yard. We also loved the patio and fire pit. Owners were kind and helpful - you could tell they put lots of time and love into their home!! Were we all sad to leave this piece of paradise.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvin G.

30 March 2025

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

Absolutely perfect

Our favorite place in Manzanita!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

23 September 2024

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

Great pet and family getaway!

We loved everything about this home - location, walkability, comfortable linens and mattresses. This is one of the most well appointed rentals we have ever stayed in - will definately stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystal J.

16 September 2024

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

Great Stay in Manzanita!

My partner, one year old, and dog stayed at Playing Hooky. We had to cut our trip short because our daughter was sick. But, Alia and Justin were very accommodating and understanding. The house was spotless and had everything we needed to have a great stay. The playroom upstairs was our daughter’s favorite spot in the house! It was stocked with toys, books, games, and provided lots of space for her to run around. We loved the landscaping and how close the house was to the beach and Main Street with shops and food. We loved our stay and will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francisco G.

13 September 2024

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

Perfect Family Getaway in the Heart of Manzanita

Our stay at Alia and Jason’s house was absolutely perfect! The location in Manzanita is ideal—just a short walk to great coffee shops, restaurants, and only minutes from the beach. It made exploring the town so easy and enjoyable for our entire family. The house itself was fantastic. We loved the spacious, open concept living area, which made it easy to relax and spend time together, and the upstairs loft was a great bonus. Our daughter absolutely loved it here—she gave it 100 thumbs up, which says it all! Alia and Jason were amazing hosts—responsive, friendly, and accommodating. We felt right at home from the moment we arrived. This lovely house is the perfect getaway, and we’ll definitely be returning for another stay. Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

18 August 2024

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

Amazing beach house

This house was perfect for our extended family beach vacation! Close to town and the beach. Perfectly appointed with everything we needed!! Would stay again!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent B.

24 June 2024

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

Great location, wonderful floor plan, and relaxing patio

We had a wonderful stay at Playing Hooky. Having stayed in numerous vacation rentals over the years, our family agreed that this home is one of our top favorites. The floor plan was fantastic, particularly the open-concept living space and the upstairs loft that our teenage son claimed as his own. The outdoor patio was another highlight; despite being adjacent to a street, the owners have cleverly designed it to be a private, relaxing area. The location of the home and Manzanita itself were both fantastic. We loved being within walking distance of coffee shops, restaurants, and just a few minutes from the beach. As lifelong Texans, this was our first time visiting the Oregon coast. We considered Astoria, Manzanita, and Cannon Beach, and we are thrilled with our choice of Manzanita. It’s a charming town with plenty of dining options and far enough from the hustle and bustle of the towns to the north. It was also driveable to Cannon Beach, which had few more dining options. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home. We hope to return someday!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

18 June 2024

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

The perfect getaway

This house was amazing! You know it’s a great place when the kids are pouting or crying that we have to check out! Location is great…quiet area with laid back feel yet still close to all the great towns around it like Cannon Beach, Seaside and Tillamook. Love that this little town and it’s beach isn’t overrun with people Can walk to grocery store, the beach or shops in a few minutes. The house is spotless and has everything you could need! Bikes, beach towels, corn hole, back pack beach chairs and even a skateboard waiting in the garage and lots of games inside. We had so much to keep us entertained. Tastefully decorated and bright and airy with lots of comfort. The place is even better than the pictures. A favorite for our family was the loft for a second living area. The kids had a blast hanging out up there and it gave us adults time to relax and unwind. There’s even a little bar setup for a nightcap or after dinner drink. Fire pit was a hit too and they had a s’mores kit waiting for us. So nice to have a place with no issues and the hosts were super fast with communication and were amazing to deal with! We can’t wait to come back again. Seriously this place is an 11/10.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delina W.

10 June 2024

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Perfect

We loved our stay at Playing Hooky! 10 stars, we would definitely stay again.👍

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

4 June 2024

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

Family Time

The property is exactly how the pictures portray it. We felt immediately at home walking through the door and being able to have our dog with us was the best! Our host was responsive and so nice. We are talking about an annual stay going forward! Thank you for letting us playing hooky this weekend :)

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

22 May 2024

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Walkable Location & Well Cared for Home

We had a great stay here and enjoyed the walkability to the beach/shops, the decor, and the well cared for and stoked home with everything needed for an extended stay.

Stayed 40 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

3 April 2024

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Delightful details

We had a lovely time! We’ve stayed at many rentals over the years, but Alia and Jason have put a lot of thought into the details. From the first bundle of fire wood to the s’mores fixings, and beach wagon. Things that made us smile and made heading down to the beach that much easier. Can’t beat the location too!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly O.

25 March 2024

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

Absolutely lovely!

There aren’t enough stars to give this property! We absolutely loved our stay and hope to stay again next year!! Every detail is amazing and it’s feels so cozy/relaxing. Incredibly well stocked and cleanliness was superb. Communication exceeded our expectations and the owners were prompt. Thanks again Alia and Jason!!

Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

jessica g.

3 January 2024

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

Feels like home

My family stayed during the holidays. We were able to relax, walk to the beach and town, cook, play games, and let the baby nap with ease from this place. The floor plan was good for kids and the house was cozy and stylish. I’m hoping to return next year.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin O., Portland, Oregon

27 December 2023

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

Gorgeous Home

The owners have lovingly remodeled this home and have literally thought of every possible amenity to make guests comfortable here. The house is an easy walk to beach or town and is around the corner from the coffee shop. We spent our holiday here and had an amazing time. Thank you for allowing our dog, who is an important member of our family, to come to such a beautiful property. Your house is stunning.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

21 November 2023

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

Look no further!

Not a detail missed at this beautiful home. We enjoyed our nearly month long stay immensely. Everything is so incredibly maintained you can tell the owners take great pride in their property. The binder of info about the house & the town was so organized & so helpful it truly added a real bonus to our stay. The location is just perfect; easy walking distance to everything! Hopefully you’ll be as lucky as us and have some deer families in the yard! The amazing hosts were so kind & so helpful before, during and even after the trip! We cannot wait to “Play Hooky” again!

Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

15 October 2023

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Super Stay!

Excellent location in town, superb layout, well appointed, clean and well supplied.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

J T.

13 October 2023

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

Perfect in every way!

Where to begin...trust me and just book it now before someone else does! This place gets 5+ stars for everything that matters in a "home away from home." CLEAN~The house was spotless, it honestly looked brand new. It was decorated so tastefully with fun artwork and little touches reminiscent of beach life. Some even made me chuckle! Many rentals don't bother to decorate the walls. It felt like a real, lived in and well cared for home. CONVENIENCE~ the beach is a 10 min walk, bike ride in 2, or hit any shop along the main st of Laneda, which is awesome! An adorable coffee shop is 2 blocks away, and the bike/surf shop Bahama Mamas is around the corner. We were able to make it to the beach quickly each night with just a few minutes until sunset~ what a treat! Grocery and restaurants were walking distance as well, and had everything. COMFORT ~ so warm & cozy! Sofas, chairs, beds were great, and plenty of warm throw blankets. Every room was so well thought out (i.e fans & hampers). My boys (11 & 14) loved having their own space in the loft complete with gaming system. Kitchen well stocked with newer appliances and spices/oils for cooking. They even had candles for winding down at night. Patio was so enjoyable for dining & s'mores! COMMUNICATION ~ From the beginning, they answered my questions quickly and even checked in during the trip to be sure all was good (Alia was a gem!). Even bought us utensils for our crab dinners.The nicest rental experience we've ever had!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

daniel a.

25 September 2023

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

Best Rental EVER!

I have stayed at dozens of vacation and business rentals all over the country, and this was quite honestly the best house I’ve ever rented. I can’t say enough about how thoughtful and tasteful everything was, and how perfect it was for me and my family!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob I.

3 September 2023

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

Another perfect stay

Our second time playing hooky at the hooky house. Beautifully renovated property stocked with everything you could ever ask for. Likely, you only need to show up with the clothes on your back and be just fine. We especially appreciate the outdoor area with fire pit and the toys in the garage for the kids.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

26 August 2023

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

Comfortable, family getaway

Very comfortable place to stay for work and play. All systems worked well, appliances new, beach equipment in good shape, patio and large tables made family dinners easy. Kids loved the loft and Wii sports nostalgia. Highly recommend and planning a return visit!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rossan C.

15 August 2023

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Perfect for our family

My family and I had a wonderful stay at Playing Hookie. The house is tastefully decorated and more spacious than the photos seem. The location is convenient, quiet, and safe. The house has everything you need at the beach: a beach wagon, chairs, cooler, sand toys, and bikes. We will definitely come back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

5 August 2023

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Beach

Great spot. Thanks!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristi Y.

30 June 2023

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

Best host ever!

The host was fantastic! The house looks totally new. It has everything you could possibly need. Will definitely book here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jason Hedges

We live just outside of Portland and Manzanita is our happy place! We love to travel the US and the world with our two boys. We bought our Manzanita home as a weekend getaway and remodeled it down to the studs to create a bright, modern retreat for our family and others to enjoy.

Why they chose this property

Having lived in central Amsterdam for several years, and absolutely loving the town of Manzanita, we searched for a home where we would be able to walk to everything in town as well as the beach. We also love modern, light-filled spaces and this home has incredible natural light thanks to it's south-facing setting.

What makes this property unique

Our home is a unique blend of light and airy while also feeling cozy and comfortable, with many spots to curl up and read a book or relax after a long walk on the beach. Due to it's large open kitchen, living and dining space it's also a fantastic place to host friends and family.

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

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