The Sandy Spur - Florence, OR

When you need a little R&R on the Oregon Coast, come stay at this lovely three-bedroom Florence vacation home! Located right at Heceta Beach, just about six miles north of downtown Florence, the Sandy Spur vacation home offers ocean views, a private hot tub, and a secret hideaway in the "tower" - a spot that's just perfect for kids to play and read. And only a block or so away, there's a path right down to the beach!

From the living room's large picture windows you'll have a view of the waves rolling in. Make yourself a cup of tea in the afternoon and enjoy the views right from one of the comfy, plush brown sofas. At night, you can light some candles near the mantle, turn on the flat screen TV, and relax with a little cable or a DVD. There's also WiFi here so you'll be able to stay connected.

The outdoor deck is an ideal place to enjoy the breeze and the fresh ocean air. A small table can hold drinks or snacks and there are chairs for catching up and socializing while enjoying the outdoor view.

Under the beautiful slanted wood ceilings of the living and dining rooms, there's a lot of space to spread out and enjoy your vacation. The dining table will seat six, plus there's additional seating at the breakfast bar if needed. Right near the table, a shiny granite counter-topped kitchen awaits the chef in your group! There's space for making breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as everything in between. And don't worry, there's even a dishwasher to make cleaning up as easy as possible.

One bedroom is set up with a twin-over full bunk beds and and a sleeper sofa - perfect for the younger guests (or kids of all ages). Another bedroom has a brightly covered queen sized bed with picture windows and a dresser, while the third bedroom has another queen bed, lots of space, and ample closets. This home will comfortably sleep up to nine vacationers, plus dog guests are welcome (though a nightly fee per dog and a minimum fee per stay will apply).

A bonus tower room is another spot that kids will love. This octagonal-shaped space is the perfect place to curl up with books, puzzles or games. There are also one and a half bathrooms located throughout the house as well as a washer and dryer - so everyone can always have clean clothes! There is even a private hot tub, so feel free to take a luxurious soak in the warm water after a long day of vacationing.

On nice days, the path to the beach is just down the street. Once out on the sand, you can stroll along the 10-mile stretch of beach admiring the rolling waves. Before you head off down the path, pack a picnic and spend he whole day right near the water's edge. Or walk along the sand for a few minutes to the Surfside Restaurant for a meal with a view on days you don't feel like preparing a meal back at the house.

Seeking adventures while on vacation? Visit an inland lake or the Siuslaw River with your fishing gear, or head out to the ocean for some deep sea fishing - there are charters that leave daily right from the coast at Florence and Coos Bay. Less than an hour's drive south is the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area where you can observe the ATVs and dune buggies as the navigate the sand.

There's nothing that says you can't just spend your days lounging at the beach or making the short six mile drive to the Old Town section of Florence. Wander galleries or stop by the Beachcomber Tavern for fish and chips, or the the Waterfront Depot for their famous crab-crusted halibut.

This Florence vacation rental will make your Oregon Coast getaway a memorable one, whether you fish, look for shells on the beach, or just enjoy the ocean views from this home's cozy living room.