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Charming, dog-friendly historical home with gorgeous ocean views

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Living area
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8174.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Oceanside, OR
  • Tunnel Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Oceanside Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cape Lookout Beach
    ‪187 min walk‬
  • Pacific City, OR (PFC)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming, dog-friendly historical home with gorgeous ocean views

Berni's Ocean View Castle - Home Sweet Homestead

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A historic coastal landmark, this Oceanside vacation rental, otherwise known as part of Berni's Castle, is a coastal gem. Once a simple cabin, this vacation home has been lovingly transformed into a stunning beachside getaway!

This beautiful and unique vacation home boasts new paint, furniture, art, and amenities throughout. With architectural design touches like wainscoting, window seats, and large picture windows, your stay here will be filled with ocean views and vintage charm. Settle back into the sectional sofa in the living room for a night of cable or DVDs on the TV.

A small game room has a collection of puzzles and games, as well as majestic views of the Three Arch Rocks National Wildlife Refuge. From the built-in window seat, you can curl up with a good book, or watch out the window for migrating gray whales. The old-fashioned pellet stove adds warmth in aesthetics only, as it can quite finicky and does not function reliably.

The gourmet kitchen boasts custom wood cabinetry and a convenient eating bar. In addition, there's a refrigerator, range, dishwasher, blender, mixer, and microwave. Dinner at the dining room table will be accompanied by a view of the ocean. Savor a stunning sunset while you finish the last of the wine. Or, if the weather is nice, head out to the deck for panoramic views. Also outside, there's plenty of room for a crowd if you want to plan an outdoor meal on a warm summer day.

The three bedrooms each have their own style. One has a French country theme and its own private balcony. At night before bed, you can step outside and breathe in some fresh ocean air and in the mornings, there's no better spot to have a cup of coffee or mug of tea.

The second bedroom has another queen bed and great ocean views, while the the third bedroom has two twin beds. This Oregon Coast vacation rental is also dog-friendly with an additional fee. Six guests can comfortably stay at Berni's Home Sweet Homestead Castle, with a maximum occupancy of eight allowed.

Other amenities here include WiFi, a private washer and two dryers, a stereo, CD, and iPod dock and a patio. But probably the best amenity of all is the amazing location, just a five-minute walk from Oceanside's long sandy beach. Fly your kites, beach comb looking for shells, or just spread out a big beach blanket and relax on the sand.

If you work up an appetite, restaurants include Roseanna's Cafe and Brewin' in the Wind coffee house - both are walkable right from your house. Farther out, there are more options in Netarts to the south or Tillamook to the east. If you do head in that direction, you should plan a stop at the Tillamook Cheese Factory, along Highway 101, for a tour of the factory, cheese samples, and a snack at the Creamery Cafe.

This Oceanside vacation home is conveniently located south of Rockaway Beach and north of bustling Lincoln City. Ideally situated for day trips all along the north Oregon Coast, or just staying put and wandering Oceanside's long stretch of sand, your whole group will agree that no matter how you spend your time, this is a unique and special coast getaway spot.

THINGS TO KNOW
This home has 17 steps down to the front entry door.
Oceanside has very limited cell phone service.

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. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

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 manager

Vacasa of Oregon
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English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
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Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 4.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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

About the area

Tillamook

Located in Tillamook, this apartment is near the beach. Cape Meares Lighthouse and Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Meares State Park and Cape Lookout State Park. Tillamook County Fairgrounds and Tillamook Country Smoker are also worth visiting.
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Oceanside, OR

What's nearby

  • Tunnel Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Oceanside Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Short Beach - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Cape Meares Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Tillamook Creamery - 19 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Brewing - Till - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Downie's Cafe - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪De Garde Brewing - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, dog-friendly historical home with gorgeous ocean views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming, dog-friendly historical home with gorgeous ocean views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, dog-friendly historical home with gorgeous ocean views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming, dog-friendly historical home with gorgeous ocean views located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Tunnel Beach and Oceanside Beach. Lost Boy Beach and Short Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 75 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristi K.

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

Wonderful View!

We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful little spot

House was clean and well outfitted. We were a little surprised to have two other units attached but spot felt private and spacious. We would defiantly rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wilson L.

Wonderful stay!

Had a great time staying at Unit 3 this past weekend, with my family, friends, and dog. Beautiful view of the ocean and beach from the dining, kitchen, and deck. Well stocked kitchen that allowed us to skip the restaurants and enjoy home-cooked meals. Close proximity to the beach (uphill climb on the way back but definitely walkable). Lots of board games available and lots of area to chill/relax. Overall enjoyed our stay immensely at Oceanside with this accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Leesa S.

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

Ants

When we turned down the bed in the evening there was a LOT of body hair in the sheets! Disgusting. We had to strip and wash the bed coverings. Also discovered on the sheets were a few ants. I did not think too much about it at that time. However, the next morning I was greeted w/ several different ant trails streaming across the kitchen counters. I went to the store and bought traps, but they did nothing to curb the infestation. All food (ie chips, ect) had to be kept in the fridge the entire visit. Really a pain. Food prep was not fun having to use counters w/ ants. My daughter who stayed in a different room woke up to a few ants crawling on her. Not pleasant. The home is in an excellent location and has a beautiful view. We enjoyed the outdoor deck and the games that were stocked in the home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
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4/10 Poor

Emily D.

August Stay

First the good...the house has great views of the ocean and is within walking distance to the beach. Please keep in mind that you will need to walk down steep stairs and then on the roadways to get there. Everything looked clean and tidy when we first arrived. Now the bad...There is a sign in the entry way that you should take your shoes off when entering. My toddler walked barefoot on the floors of the house for 20 minutes and her feet were black with dirt. I also found broken glass on the floor, so I'm not sure how much actual deep cleaning is happening at this rental. The kitchen had a bunch of empty containers of spices and the rental does not provide coffee or tea. The noise from the upstairs tenants was so loud that I was worried it would wake up my child who was sleeping in one of the bedrooms. This is a lower unit so I'm guessing the noise is unavoidable because it didn't sound like there was a party happening upstairs, just normal activity. Overall, I was pretty grossed out by the cleanliness of the unit. You could tell that dusting hadn't been thorough, as well as deep cleaning most of the areas in the unit. I would not stay here again.

8/10 Good

Ken D., Portland, OR

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

What a View!

Went for a short weekend stay with spouse and brother/SIL. Had never been to this part of the OR coast before. Gorgeous and loads of beach space nearby. This space has a good layout with opposing bedrooms/bathrooms and lots of central group space. The patio and view are amazing. Appliances work very well, and I can imagine it would be great for kids also. Things to consider: 1) Bring food, drink and snacks! This area has only 2-3 restaurants with varying hours, and a couple are closed on Sunday. Very limited options there and only one store with any groceries which is in Netarts. If you want to be able to relax and not have to drive constantly, bring in your own stuff. 2) You’re relatively close to the beach, but this neighborhood is on the side of a pretty steep hill. If anyone in your party isn’t in decent shape or has bad knees/hips, etc…you may end up needing your vehicle to go back and forth. 3) There are three parking spots out front, but they are relatively shallow. If you’re driving a truck or something longer than a sedan, be prepared to park in the spots downstairs from the house. They are plenty big, but be prepared for a sturdy stair climb if you park down there. Definitely agree with the owner’s suggestion of unloading stuff first, then move your vehicle down to lower parking. 4) Check the grill before you cook. Not saying it doesn’t work…we decided not to chance it since the burner assembly was so rusted. That is nearly always the case.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Elizabeth A.

Berni's Ocean View Castle

The view is spectacular, and it is easy to spend time reading and relaxing in the window seat. It was nice to have plenty of room for everybody and a game table in addition to the dining table. This is a very comfortable home designed with families in mind. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you
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10/10 Excellent

Molly A.

Awesome place to stay!

The view from every room in the house is marvelous!

4/10 Poor

Karen J.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Disappointed

First, the view is fabulous. Kitchen well appointed. Positive comments end there. Several pieces of furniture are stained or broken. The steps to unit are covered with deed leaves and dirt and are a safety concern.. Windows need cleaning. Bedding old. The stove and dishwasher don't function properly. Due to the price I expected better.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Home away from home

This was perfect for us! The unit was super clean and the kitchen was well equipped to cook for a family. The views were incredible and the short (but steep) walk to the beach was good to get our hearts pumping. When we weren't on the beach, our dog was comfortable on the fully enclosed deck. The proximity to local sites like the Cape Mears lighthouse and short drive to Tillamook made this an awesome location. Note for anyone who might have to work a bit like I did: The WiFi was great and I was able to video conference from this home away from home each morning without issue.

10/10 Excellent

Cheri C., Oregon City, OR

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

Mother’s Day celebration

Three women from three generations enjoyed the incredible view. Very comfortable and we love Oceanside and the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

Oregon Coast with a view

This is a great house for a family or friend get-together. The view is incredible.
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Love this place!

Great view, great beds (really). Everything was there for us. Of course, we probably have rented the place about 10 times.
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10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

A/K

Everything was clean and beautiful. We absolutely loved the window seat and views from several vantage points.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Debbra P.

Comfortable home

Great space to spend time together.
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10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

This is our go-to place.

We just returned from our 3rd visit to Bernie's castle. The view is what keeps us coming back. To wake up and look at the waves while drinking coffee and then sit on the deck and watch the sunset made it a perfect place to vacation and social distance from the rest of the world. We had planned on eating out at Rosanna's but they didn't follow the social distancing rules we were used to seeing in Portland, so we cooked every meal. The kitchen is well stocked. If you're a clean freak like me, I'd recommend bringing your own cleaning solutions. I wanted to wipe everything down with disinfectant and couldn't find anything at the local Safeway. I had to use some glass cleaner bought at a gas station. We were nervous when the power went out, but the local contact assured us he was working on it, which was nice.
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10/10 Excellent

Darryl A.

Great Oceanside Vacation Home

This was our second visit to Bernie's Castle. Wonderful views from the deck and the daybed nook was a favorite hangout spot. Will definitely stay here again.

8/10 Good

Karrie T.

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

Great View on our favorite Beach

We had such a great time at Bernies Oceanside rental. Nice and spacious, clean and the view was five stars!! One thing I did wish I knew was that this a triplex rental- it your own house rental. There are three units - one above you and one to the left. So privacy wasn’t the best in that when you’re out on the deck there might be others out on their deck above you. The listing could be clearer on that especially for the price you pay. That and we ran out of garbage bags and tried to call vacasa to tell them, however was on hold for over a half hour and gave up. So remember to pack extra garbage bags. Other than those two small hiccups this house was WONDERFUL and I’d totally come here again! My family loved every minute. So t forget to drive up the highway a mile and a half to see Short Beach- that was so magical!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Long weekend getaway

Unit 3 is lovely and well equipped, with tasteful furnishings and decent beds. The kitchen is well stocked with cooking utensils and spices but missing a few basics like cooking oils, saran wrap, foil, etc. The view is amazing, which is something I look for in a beach getaway. There are two large decks and a propane grill. There is easy access to the beach, although there are a number of stairs if you take the direct route. Beach towels are provided. The only drawback is that there are two units above and you can hear people walking and some muffled conversation. I was glad I brought earplugs.
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10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Comfortable house with outstanding view

We loved our time at Berni's Ocean View Castle! The home is comfortable, kitchen well equipped if you like to cook. View is stunning. We would definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Vicki G.

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

Views are splendid!

Great family time at Oceanside.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

George C.

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

Berni’s

Overall very nice.Deck outside our bedroom could use a good cleaning. Well furnished,,bring own Saran Wrap and foil though.Great view but our neighbors seem to like rearranging the furniture nightly around 9:30. . Convenient to most everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

Pretty Perfect for as Quiet Beach Get Away

Berni's Castle (no matter which unit - we have stayed in all three) is hard to beat. The accommodations are well stocked with quality articles and the views are to die for. Granted, the castle is perched on the side of a steep hill so the three block walk back from the beach can be rather breathless, but from the balconies the views ARE to die. If you have a physically impaired loved one (as we do) he/she can still enjoy the ocean without ever facing the hill descent to the beach. Oceanside does have a nice cafe and popular coffee shop/eatery, but the kitchens in the units are well stocked with quality cookware so we always load up on groceries in Tillamook and do most of our own cooking. If you are looking for a quality, comfortable place in a quiet community for your beach get away, you won't go wrong with Berni's Castle.
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10/10 Excellent

Karl H.

Wonderful Family Vacation

The house was very comfortable and well stocked with everything we needed - including board games, great books, and the Disney channel (we have two elementary school aged children). Gazing at the gorgeous views while reclining on pillows on the seat by the window was a peaceful way to begin each day. Visiting the tide pools on the other side of the tunnel at the end of the beach was our favorite activity. The beach was relatively empty even though we visited in July, and it was a perfect spot for building sand castles and flying kites. It's not the best beach for swimming since it's a bit rough (and cold), but we knew that before we booked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

Great getaway

The view was fantastic!! As soon as my girlfriends and I got there we opened a bottle of wine and sat on the deck enjoying the view and chatting. It was a perfect setup for a girls weekend. Kitchen was fully stocked, bedrooms were clean and nice and bathroom/showers were great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

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