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Literally over 100 homes available as vacation rentals – all distinctive and carefully selected to be special. Find them in Yachats, Waldport, Newport, Nye Beach, Otter Rock, Depoe Bay, Gleneden Beach, Lincoln Beach, Lincoln City, Neskowin, Pacific City, Tierra Del Mar and Rockaway Beach. Some pet friendly.

A cuddly pet- and family-friendly beauty that boasts a host of complimentary fun stuff like beach games, beach chairs and bikes for carousing around town on, among other things. Immaculate rooms - great sense of fun and quirkiness. Free wi-fi. There are also free movies. Small pet fee.

Suites, duplex units, houses for 2-8 people. Close to everything. All units w/ kitchens; many have fireplaces, decks, jetted tubs. Robes, slippers, luxury bath amenities and more. Award-winning flowers. Featured on Travel Channel.

Feed the seals! One of the oldest aquariums in the U.S. is here in Seaside, Oregon, right on the Promenade

smaller homes with a view to a large house that sleeps 15. All are either oceanfront or just a few steps away – all with a low bank access and fantastic views. Most are in the Nelscott area; one is close to the casino. You’ll find a variety of goodies: fireplaces, multiple bedrooms, dishwashers, Jacuzzis, washer/dryers, hot tubs, cable TV, VCR, barbecues; there’s a loft in one, and another sprawling home has two apartments. Pets allowed in some homes – ask first. Each comes with complete kitchens. Most have seventh night free.

Sumptuous indoor pool heated year round. Lovely ocean views come with many rooms. All units big, extremely comfortable, w/ special touches. Each room contains a microwave, refrigerator, in-room coffee makers, cable TV, and larger kitchen units are available as well. Free parking, choice of smoking or non-smoking rooms. Within walking distance to all of Yachats’ various amenities; short walk to the beaches

Free, fresh baked cookie upon check-in is just the start. All rooms beachfront and up against Lincoln City's most famous stretch of beach: the D River. Each room comes as a suite or mini-suite, and has a kitchen and balcony or patio. Some w/ gas fireplaces, while all have a DVD Players; movies to rent come with free popcorn. Heated indoor pool, a spa, and this fabulous beach is lit at night. Rooms sleep from two, four to six - including a deluxe fireplace suite. Gift certificates orspecial occasion packages

There will not be another property built like this in Cannon Beach in our lifetimes. Rare, premiere ocean front location; handsome, dramatic architecture and tasteful, fun (nostalgic) beach interiors. Overlooks Haystack Rock. 100 percent smoke free. Imaginative special occasion packages. Massive wood burning lobby fireplace. Library w/ fireplace, stocked with impressive book collection. Pet and family friendly. Lavish continental buffet breakfast. In-room fireplaces, mini-kitchens. Jacuzzi tubs in select rooms. DVD players, complimentary movies. Morning paper. Warm cookies.

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For over 80 years a favorite of Seaside visitors. 51 oceanfront condos, individually owned and decorated. Suites for couples, small apartments with fireplaces and kitchenettes, one or two bed family units with fireplaces, kitchens and dining rooms. Oceanview cottages sleep anywhere from two to eight, w/ two bedrooms, some with lofts, fireplaces and kitchens. Heated outdoor pool, enormous grounds w/ picnic tables - all at quiet southern end of Seaside.

Lincoln City’s only resort hotel built right on the beach with all oceanfront rooms - nestled against a rugged cliffside overlooking a soft, sandy beach. Dine in penthouse restaurant and bar, for casual meal or candlelight dinner. An array of seafood specialties, juicy steaks and other Northwest favorites, including decadent Sunday buffet. Rooms range from bedrooms to studios to 1-bedroom suites with microwaves and refrigerators to full kitchens. Also, wi-fi, spa, saunas, exercise room and year-round heated swimming pool. Kids will love the game room and easy beach access. Full-service conference/meeting rooms for that inspirational retreat; extensive wedding possibilities.

A castle on the coast. Fine antiques, gourmet breakfast, luxury w/ ocean views, pet friendly. Social hour in the eve. Have to see to believe. East Ocean Rd., just north of the Arch Cape Tunnel. Arch Cape, Oregon (s. of Cannon Beach and Seaside). www.archcapehouse.com. 800-436-2848

Perfect for large family vacations all the way down to a getaway lodging for two - with over 25 vacation rental homes to choose from. A breathtaking collection of craftsman or traditional beachfront homes, or oceanview houses – from one to seven bedrooms. In various areas of Lincoln City and overlooking the beach, with some in Depoe Bay. All kinds of amenities are available, like hot tubs, decks, BBQ, rock fireplaces, beamed ceilings and more. Some are new, some are historic charmers.


Published 12/13/2009

New Year's Eve for the Tame and Wild on Oregon Coast

A coastal highlight is the wacky impromptu parade that Manzanita does at midnight.

(Oregon Coast) – There are bundles of fun to be had on the coast at the end of the year, whether you’re looking for a raucous bar situation or an upscale dining experience. Then there’s the curiosities that can’t be classified.

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Manzanita's Wacko New Year’s Eve Midnight Parade. A little known secret about Manzanita’s New Year’s celebrations is its New Year Parade at midnight, which has been a surreal little local tradition that’s been happening for several years. Generally, people just stagger out of the local bars and perform an oddball parade of sorts – proof again of the kooky and creative side to the fun-loving locals. Now, only the San Dune exists in Manzanita, but some may be coming from nearby The Wateringhole in Nehalem or Sea Shack in Wheeler. In the past, there was, among other things, a large dragon costume. It’s quite a spectacle. In recent years, the city grudgingly gave it’s okay for the parade, partially on the basis it would happen with or without the permit.

Dining Options/Parties in Cannon Beach

Plenty of karaoke madness will be the focus on a coastal New Year's Eve.

JP’s Restaurant. Noon seating until 9 p.m.; serving regular menu with some extra special specials in honor of the day. Reservations are strongly advised. Hemlock St. Cannon Beach, Oregon.

Dining Options/Parties in Lincoln City

Fathoms Restaurant at The inn at Spanish Head. New Years Eve breakfast and lunch are normal. Dinner will offer their regular menu and a special. It is $49.95 and includes (by course): Smoked Duck and Chevre, Sautees Scallops with melted shallots and leek cream, Granita with champagne, ruby grapefruit and five spice. Main Course: Filet of Bison Tenderloin with Melange of peppercorns demi glaze, black garlic and sun choke puree and sherry vinegar, bacon braised brussel sprouts. For dessert: chocolate hazelnut Genoise with a Mexican hot chocolate cream and honey cranberry sauce.

Fathoms in Lincoln City.

New Years Eve entertainment consists of Paul Beard on piano, accompanied by singers featuring traditional holiday songs: many in the styles of Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennet. Piano music during dinner. Songs from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. The Inn at Spanish Head. 4009 Southwest Highway 101, Lincoln City, Oregon. (541) 994-1601. www.spanishhead.com  

New Year’s Gala at Theatre West. Food, drink, entertainment, and the current production of “Seniors of the Sahara” – a comedy directed by Stina Seeger-Gibson. 7 p.m. 3536 Hwy 101, Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-994-5663. www.theatrewest.com
 
Fabulous New Years Eve Party at The Italian Riviera. “The Little Big Band and The Ric Deblasi Orchestra. Five-course Italian feast, party favors, and a champagne toast. 7 p.m.
Cost: reserved seating $49.95. 3400 Hwy 101. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-764-3400. www.italriv.com

Beth Willis performs at Lincoln City's Salishan.

Beth Willis Band at Salishan. The Portland singer is known as the “acoustic goddess of fun.” 9 p.m. 7760 Hwy 101. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-764-3635. www.salishan.com

June Rushing Band at The Bay House. Eclectic rock and sometimes shiver-inducing vocal harmonies. 9 p.m. 5911 Hwy 101, Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-996-3222. www.thebayhouse.org

Dining Options/Parties in Depoe Bay

Restaurant Beck. With windows overlooking a secret cove of the Depoe Bay area, you can end the year with a Prix Fixe menu. Cost is $55 or $95 per person. Call for details. 2345 S HWY 101. Depoe Bay, Oregon. 541-765-3220. www.restaurantbeck.com

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Dining Options/Parties in Newport

Bay 849. The coast’s hippest bar and restaurant will be doing a New Years "House Party" with live music, 3 - 5 course meal and pairings with their housemade infused vodkas. 839 Bay Blvd., Newport, Oregon. 541-265-2838.

Over 21 – Bar Celebrations and Suggestions

Cannon Beach: Warren House Pub. Fun-tastic bar hangout at night, featuring microbrews from Bill's Tavern. Laidback atmosphere for a calmer albeit silly end of the year. 3301 South Hemlock. (503) 436-1130.

Manzanita's historic San Dune Pub.

Manzanita: San Dune Pub. New Years Eve Party with the cover band Oyster Shooters. $5. 127 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, Oregon. 503-368-5080. www.sandunepub.com

Rockaway Beach: Rick’s Roadhouse Bar & Grille. Rock out to some extra cool karaoke. 184 Highway 101. Rockaway Beach, Oregon. 503-355-2052

Lincoln City: Maxwell’s. Lots o’ karaoke – end your year on notes you make yourself. 1643 NW Highway 101 Lincoln City, Oregon. (541) 994-8100.

Rick's Roadhouse in Rockaway.

Lincoln City: 5th Annual Buccaneer’s Ball with band One Way Out. 9 p.m. Roadhouse 101, 4649 Hwy 101, Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-994-7729. www.roadhouse101.com.

Depoe Bay: Wing Wa. Outlandishly fun little karaoke/live music bar. Indulge your rock star fantasies. Hwy 101. Depoe Bay, Oregon. (541) 765-2288

Newport: Sandbar & Grill. Fun local hangout. 722 NW Beach Dr. Newport, Oregon. (541) 265-6032.

Yachats' Landmark Lounge.

Yachats: Merry Prankster New Year's Eve Party, with Norman Bean and guests. The Kesey Karnival comes to the Koast to kick 2009 out of town. For those who have forgotten the '60s, the Merry Pranksters were born on a bus trip from Eugene to New York in 1964, a ride intended to celebrate the publication of Ken Kesey's book "Sometimes a Great Notion" and to meet and greet the great Doctor Timothy Leary. The bus trip is the subject of Tom Wolfe's "The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test," and led to the psychedelic scene and the rise of the Grateful Dead. Kesey, who had a summer home just outside Yachats, died in 2001 but his family and friends have kept his spirit and philosophy alive through (among other things) the replica bus FURTHUR 2 and the Normal Bean Show. We get the full-out, pranksterized version of the latter on the last day of 2009. Hey, maybe Ginsberg can be conjured up. Landmark Restaurant and Lounge. Hwy 101, Yachats. (541) 547-5459. www.landmark-yachats.com.

Breathtaking high panoramic beach views from oceanfront rooms, spacious family suites & fully equipped cottages. Known for gracious hospitality, the sparkling clean Sea Horse features a heated indoor pool, dramatic oceanfront spa, great whale watching, free deluxe continental breakfast, conference room, free casino shuttle & HBO. Fireplaces, private decks and spas are available in select rooms. Close to shops, golf, fishing & restaurants. Pets are welcome in select rooms. Senior discounts. Kids 18 and under stay free in their parent's room. Very attractive rates.
the finest in luxury condominium lodging. Every unit is focused on the beauty of the sea and the beach.
20 gorgeous homes sleep up to 18; doubled that with some side-by-side homes. Some pet friendly. Cottages to massive homes; new oceanfront to renovated historic beach houses. All over central coast w/ Lincoln City, Otter Rock, Boiler Bay and Nye Beach. Long list of features, including barbecues, large decks, antique furnishings, wood stoves, gas fireplaces, hardwood floors, Jacuzzis and hot tubs. Most have movies, music, books. Gift basket w/ goodies in each

All rooms are immaculate and have TV’s, VCR’s and in-room phones w/ data ports. Oceanfronts have queen bed, a double hide-a-bed, kitchen, cozy firelog fireplace and private deck. Both types sleep up to four people. Others are appointed for a two-person romantic getaway, yet still perfect for those on a budget. Elaborate oceanfront Jacuzzi suite has two bedrooms, kitchen, double hide-a-bed, fireplace and private deck, sleeping as many as six. For family reunions or large gatherings such as weddings, some rooms can connect to create two-room and three-room suites. Some rooms pet friendly
Beautifully wooded natural setting at quiet south end of Cannon Beach. Great during winter storms with a new book by the fireplace – or when the sun is out for family fun and beach strolling. Handsome beach cottage-style architecture. Lush flowering gardens and naturalized courtyard pond. Warm, inviting guest rooms. Continental buffet breakfast. Warm Cookies. Family and Pet Friendly. Welcome gifts. Smoke-free. Complimentary Wireless Connectivity. Wine and book signing events.
Dozens of homes in that dreamy, rugged stretch between Cannon Beach and Manzanita known as Arch Cape. Oceanfront and ocean view , or just a short walk from the sea.
 
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ASTORIA
Where the Columbia meets the Pacific, Land of Lewis & Clark and loads of atmosphere & history


SEASIDE
The Promenade, Tillamook Head, family fun & broad, sandy beaches

CANNON BEACH
A mysterious lighthouse, upscale yet earthy, a huge monolith, fine eateries & an art mecca


NEHALEM BAY
Manzanita's beaches, Nehalem and Wheeler's quirky beauty; laid back Rockaway


TILLAMOOK BAY
Garibaldi, Barview, Bay City, Tillamook & an oceanfront ghost town


THREE CAPES LOOP
The hidden secret of the coast: Cape Meares, a lighthouse, Oceanside, Netarts and Pacific City

LINCOLN CITY & THE CORRIDOR OF MYSTERY
Miles & miles of unbroken beaches, Cascade Head, Neskowin and many manmade attractions
DEPOE BAY
A spouting horn downtown, freaky hidden cliffs and whales, whales, whales
NEWPORT
Time-tripping Nye Beach, a bustling bayfront, marine science-central and two lighthouses

WALDPORT / SEAL ROCK
Pristine, even secretive sands and wild geologic landmarks

YACHATS
Constantly dramatic wave action, a mix of the rugged & upscale

UPPER LANE COUNTY
25 miles of deserted beaches & oodles of wonders

FLORENCE
A lighthouse, ancient bayfront and miles and miles of fluffy dunes

Secrets of the Season

A famous little family eatery where the seafood practically gets shuffled from the sea straight into your mouth. Soups and salads include many seafood specialties, including cioppino, chowders, crab Louie and cheese breads. Fish 'n' chips come w/ various fish. Seafood sandwiches with shrimp, tuna or crab, as well as burgers. Dinners like pan fried oysters, fillets of salmon or halibut, sautéed scallops.

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