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The Dorothy Lou Family Home; short walk to beach, ocean view

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Property grounds
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9170 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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Cannon Beach, OR
  • Place, Tolovana Beach State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cannon Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Haystack Rock
  • Airport, Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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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.

The Dorothy Lou Family Home; short walk to beach, ocean view

This attractive three level home is good for families or couples wanting some privacy. Ground floor King bed as well as a fold out couch allow for 4 to sleep in one room. This room has a large flat screen TV and gas fireplace creating a cozy atmosphere. There is a bathroom with tile shower on this floor. A modern kitchen and open living area on the 2nd floor capture views of the ocean and access to a west-facing and south deck with BBQ. This floor also has a small TV room that serves as a bedroom with foldout couch, and a bathroom with 2 sinks and a bathtub, and adjoining large capacity laundry room. The master bedroom on the 3rd floor faces west to see Haystack. The other 3rd floor bedroom has 2 queen beds, antique furniture, a reading nook, also with Haystack view, . The top floor bathroom has an attractive tile shower, & skylight. Your "must have wi-fi" members will enjoy high speed connection with good reception in all locations of the home. Flat screen TV and a nice sound system on the 2nd floor offering iPod or iPhone connection to play Pandora selections, if desired. TV in master bedroom and ground floor as well.
This was a family home for 30 yrs, chosen by my mother, Dorothy. Though she's gone now, the many years we enjoyed visiting this home have great memories. We hope that by sharing this unique home and nice location with others, you might develop similar fond memories of Cannon Beach and the time spent in this home.
Our customers tell us they enjoy this holiday home's walkable location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Tolovana Beach State Park. Features include laundry facilities. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Cannon Beach and a few minutes from Haystack Rock
The Dorothy Lou Family Home; short walk to beach, ocean view offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,830 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

The Dorothy Lou Family Home; short walk to beach, ocean view Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 126 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice visit to Cannon Beach with relatives that have never been to OR
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property just a few blocks off the beach. Very clean and all in good repair. We especially liked the fact that the kitchen was well appointed so we were able to cook effectively (many VRBOs we are in have spartan supplies/utensils). Highly recommend. Quick note - if you have trouble with stairs this could be an issue — there is one primary bedroom downstairs with en suite but all other living area is upstairs. Did not impact our stay, but just fyi.We will definitely rebook here if we are back in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a great house for the 5 of us friends, the kitchen had everything we needed. Great view of the sunset and short walk to the beachThe beds were comfortableThe host was quick to respond to questions and sent detailed instructions and suggestions where to explore and eat. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a beautiful home to spend your vacation or a weekend away. It is just one block from a super cute coffee shop and barely a block from the beach. We had a fantastic time. You can easily walk to Haystack rock. It’s a quiet and lovely location with everything you could possibly need. Most important to me is that the bed was incredibly comfortable and warm highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy, great location, well prepared with necessities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie S.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was wonderful, we love all the space, and easy access to the beach! The decks are also great.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible beach house

We absolutely loved our stay. The beds were so comfy. The room that my husband, my 3 year old and 10 month old stayed in was dark so we could get as much sleep as possible. The couches were so comfy as well. We enjoyed the kitchen and the bbq for dinners at home. The kitchen was extremely well stocked. We loved the little bath on the main floor for our toddlers. The den was much appreciated on the main floor with the television so our little ones could watch shows while we visited. The house was so close to the beach which worked really well for us. House is also close to a coffee shop, pub, and grocery store. Everything was so great!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious Beach House

The house is minutes from the beach. Great floor plan for a couple of families. We would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location away from busy downtown but close to a very beautiful area of beach. My family enjoyed our stay, loved having fires on the beach. The house was equipped with all necessities including plenty of towels, soap, tp, etc. We were all very comfortable staying here and would return if ever in the area again.
Haystack Rock
Easy access to the beach
Fires on the beach
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane K., Boise, ID

Liked: Cleanliness

Third Year in a Row

This is the 3rd time I've rented this great house to host a number for friends from different parts of the country, all of whom love Cannon Beach. This time there were 7 of us and the house easily accommodated us. The kitchen is very well equipped; there are even good knives, everyone found the beds to be comfortable, there was plenty of hot water. The view from the deck makes cocktail time even more enjoyable. The location can't be beat. I hope to be able to make a return visit next Spring.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jan r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

Good space for 4 couples…nice common area to sit and talk, 2 porches.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Linda R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cannon Beach

Nice house. Lots of stairs. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Beach Home

My family had never visited Cannon Beach and we were blown away by the beauty of this place. The Dorothy Lou Beach home was perfect regarding location, convenience and outdoor/indoor spaces.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual family vacation

Everything was great, our stay at the Dorothy Lou has become a yearly tradition. The house fits our family perfectly and it’s an easy walk to the beach. The decks are great to sit and relax.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary L.

Liked: Cleanliness

return trip to Dorothy Lou Home for a 3-generation family vacation

We had another very enjoyable week at the coast thanks in large part to this ideal home setting. The home and kitchen are very well-equipped and the location is ideal - a short walk to the beach; far enough from town to escape some of the busyness, but close enough to make it there and back on a nice beach walk. Sand toys our 2 and 5-year-old grandchildren, a pack-n-play for the 8 mo. old to sleep in; a wagon for transporting toys, wood, s'more and hot dog fixings to the beach. A nice spacious 2nd floor open living room/kitchen for all, and 2 nice outdoor decks, with the back deck looking out onto a green space. Ample and nicely furnished bedrooms to accommodate a large extended family. We hope to return in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short stay at Canon Beach

Beautiful location and home. Would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful coast getaway

Our family (my husband and I, our 7 year old son, and his grandparents) all loved staying at the Dorothy Lou. The home itself is very clean and well appointed, plenty of towels and linens. Having access to the beach, amazing coffee shop, and grocery store all within walking distance made our stay a breeze. Some of our favorite memories we will take from the trip are our morning walks to the tide pools by Haystack Rock and playing board games around the table in the evenings. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane K., Boise, ID

Liked: Cleanliness

A 2nd great stay at the Dorothy Lou House

I booked in for a 9 night stay this year and had a number of friends come and go over that time. Everyone enjoyed their stay. The house is very well equipped, the beds are comfortable, there is an ocean view from the living room and deck and from one of the bedrooms upstairs, the location is terrific and Karl, the owner, is very responsive and quickly answers any questions. I hope that we can come again next year.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rejuvenation

Excellent property, so close to the beach. Perfect location in town. Excellent amenities in the home. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely getaway!

Great location & lovely getaway! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Second time we have stayed here. Love the easy beach access
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

happy l.

Liked: Cleanliness

late summer family getaway

This was a great property and experience and it enhanced our visit to Cannon Beach. The location is perfect for access to the beach, hikes, biking, shopping, etc. We would definitely stay here again when we visit Cannon Beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual beach trip

This house is perfect. Plenty of space for everyone to move around. The decks are great for catching some afternoon sun and the kitchen has everything you need. The owner is prompt with check in details and very reachable if needed. This was our 3rd stay and already have the house booked for next summer. Beach is also a very short and easy walk.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023