Oceanfront Dog-Friendly Cottage, Bodega Bay

Bodega Bay, California
$593 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Summary:

Wake to the sound of crashing waves from this oceanfront perch above Carmet Beach. Your dog will love exploring the coastal trails while you soak in panoramic Pacific views from the deck's Adirondack chairs. This bright 2-bedroom cottage sleeps 6 and sits directly across from the beach. Spud Point's famous crab sandwiches are 3 miles south, Terrapin Creek's acclaimed bistro is 2.7 miles away. Watch the sunset paint the sky from your front-row seat to nature's daily spectacle.<br>


The Space:

Spend mornings on the bluff as fog burns off the Pacific, afternoons exploring the Sonoma Coast's tide pools and trails, and evenings around the dining table with fresh crab from the harbor.



A painted-brick fireplace with a wood-burning insert anchors the living room — the sectional and two leather swivel chairs angled in for slow evenings after a beach walk. Shaker cabinets reach the ceiling against dark granite in the kitchen, with a subway tile backsplash and a peninsula that seats three at the gas range. Beyond it, a rustic wood table with cross-back chairs sets the dining.



OUTDOOR LIVING

The expansive front deck, wrapped in composite decking, is where you'll spend your time. Four white Adirondack chairs face the ocean, perfectly positioned for the nightly sunset ritual. String lights overhead cast a warm glow for evening gatherings long after the sun dips below the horizon. Below, an enclosed yard gives your dog room to explore freely, surrounded by coastal landscaping with colorful lupines and native grasses.



SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS

The primary bedroom offers a traditional wood four-poster king bed with crisp white bedding, a wood dresser, and a wall-mounted TV for lazy mornings. The second bedroom features a reclaimed wood headboard, matching dresser, and a queen bed with gray bedding accented by floral pillows. Both bedrooms have plantation shutters for privacy. A twin trundle bed in the living area provides flexible overflow sleeping. Total capacity: 6 guests.



PROPERTY AMENITIES

-- Wood-burning fireplace

-- Full kitchen with gas range

-- Washer and dryer

-- Smart TVs in living room and bedrooms

-- Gas grill

-- Dog-friendly (1 dog max, 25 lbs)



Guest Access:

Catch sunset from an Adirondack chair on the front deck — the Pacific runs unobstructed below — and warm up by the wood-burning fireplace once the fog rolls in. You've got the whole home, dogs welcome, with an enclosed yard and ocean views from the great room's vaulted ceiling. Punch in the keypad code on arrival; up to three cars fit in the driveway.



The Neighborhood:

Perched directly across from Carmet Beach in this quiet coastal community, you're perfectly positioned for Sonoma Coast adventures. Walk across the road to Carmet Beach (0.1 mi) for beachcombing, or explore nearby Salmon Creek State Beach (1.2 mi) and Rock Point Beach (1.6 mi). The dramatic Arched Rock Overlook is just 0.4 miles away. For dining, head south to Bodega Bay's harbor where Spud Point Crab Company (3.1 mi) serves their legendary crab sandwiches and award-winning chowder. Terrapin Creek (2.7 mi) offers refined coastal cuisine in an intimate setting. Stock up on groceries at Pelican Plaza Grocery & Deli (2.9 mi) or grab morning coffee at Sea Flower Cafe (2.6 mi). Wine enthusiasts can visit Sonoma Coast Vineyards tasting room (3.8 mi) or venture to Square Peg Winery (8.6 mi) in the hills. The famous Potter Schoolhouse from Hitchcock's 'The Birds' sits in the town of Bodega, about 5 miles inland.



Getting Around:

Bodega Bay is about 90 minutes from San Francisco — a beautiful drive up 101 and out Highway 1 through farmland and coastal ranches. You'll have three parking spaces in the driveway. A car makes exploring the Sonoma Coast effortless — it unfolds for miles in either direction. Cell service is light along the coast, so downloading offline maps before you arrive is a good idea.



Other Things to Note:

The home stays naturally cool thanks to ocean breezes — no AC needed even in summer (which rarely exceeds 70°F here). Your high-speed internet handles streaming and video calls well, though strong coastal winds can occasionally affect reliability. The wood-burning fireplace creates the perfect ambiance for foggy evenings — firewood is available at local markets. The enclosed yard is ideal for dogs, and the beach across the street offers endless sniffing adventures. Summer brings morning fog that usually burns off by afternoon, creating dramatic light for photography. Pack layers year-round — coastal weather changes quickly. The primary renter must be 25 or older.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1132 Sq Ft (105 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Washing Machine And Dryer
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden
  • BATHROOMS

    Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Office
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Games TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Toys
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In A Village Near The Sea
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Darlene

    Submitted Oct 3, 2023

    Stayed Sep 29, 2023

    Of course the view was amazing! Can't beat that. Being so close to the highway there is some noise and traffic but not a night or early morning. Sunsets are GORGEOUS! The electric kettle did not work, an ice maker would be terrific, but other than that, no complaints!

  • Aurelio G.

    Submitted Jan 13, 2026

    Stayed Dec 26, 2025

    This was our second vacation at this home. I would highly recommend this place.

  • Troy P.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    Great views and location. Easy to find and good parking. Well stocked kitchen with plenty of pots and pans, silverware and dishes. Close to Bodega Bay and nearby beaches.The place needs some updating. The two sitting chairs looking out the front window are stained and a bit broken down. The couch in living room is old and saggy. The kitchen cabinets need paint. We didn't spend much time during the day there, too many beaches and other places to explore.We stayed 7 nights. Good restaurants in Bodega and the Wild Poppy in Sebastopol is a fun place to eat. Great food and atmosphere.All in all we had a good stay.

  • Troy P.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    The view was amazing. The location is easy to find and the parking is good. Close access to beaches and Bodega Bay. Some of the furniture needs to be replaced and the house could use some updating. The kitchen is well equiped with lots of pots and pans. Plenty of utinsils and silverware. All in all, we had a enjoyable time!

  • Michelle R.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2025

    Stayed Apr 26, 2025

    I love this house enough that I have stayed here at least 5 times prior. However when I arrived this time the house reeked of skunk smell, so profound my eyes burned. There was a big blue stain on the main bed and several window coverings were broken so I immediately notified the company. Communication was awful. 2 days later I received a text from their maintenance man confirming the house had been skunked and he did all he could do. I just can't believe that they would let me book the house without notifying me of this first. I kept windows open all day long but at night every time the heat ran it blew skunk stench in and would both wake me and irritate my eyes. When I got home I notified the company how disappointed I was in this experience and they offered absolutely nothing to make things right. I love this house, and location, and fenced yard; but am deeply disappointed that this happened. I wanted to book this place again in a couple months but now I'm sure I'm comfortable with that. And that saddens me.

  • jamie s.

    Submitted Jan 7, 2025

    Stayed Jan 2, 2025

    First I want to say that my family and I take several vacations throughout the year and stay in home rentals. Also I have stayed in this rental before 2.5 years ago. Unfortunately this rental has not been kept up over this time period. Pros: The view! This is the best feature about this rental, but it is amazing. We enjoyed each day and evening watching sunsets either on the front deck or in the front room chairs. It is fairly well stocked on pots, pans, silverware, plates and cups. Cons: First you enter through the back door electronic dead bolt, not the front door. Went to open the front door to bring all of our stuff in and it would only open halfway. I understand with old houses they swell in the winter with rain, however this was not communicated to be a problem or being addressed. The handle itself was very hard to open and my elderly mother could not open it on her own. This posses a fire danger not being able to go out the front door away from the house. The deck had parts where the planks were lifting and also another hazard. The front chairs inside the home were very stained, as were some of the towels and washcloths. Only bare minimum paper products were provided and were very low quality. The floors need seriously tlc. It would be nice to have an actual glass to enjoy wine or a cocktail, not a mug or plastic cup. Are these things nitpicky? Yes, but at this price this is no longer 5 stars. Also Vacasa was no help when I alerted them to these issues.

  • Arlene S.

    Submitted Nov 1, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We truly did enjoy our stay here. The beds were comfy, nice little den to watch tv and the separate living area with the amazing ocean and sunset view made it exceptional. The location made it handy to explore beaches, come back make lunch and head out again. We would come again. Thank you for having us stay in your home.

  • Amanda B.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    My husband and I stayed here with our dog for our honeymoon. The house is GORGEOUS! We checked in around sunset so we literally saw the sunset over the ocean from the big glass window. The beds are comfortable, the bathroom has a lot of room, and I loved the updated appliances. Check in process was a little difficult but we did figure it out. Nearest grocery store is 30 minutes no matter the direction so definitely shop on the way in.

  • Mary M.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    The one thing that kept on bringing us back is the view and the four chairs out front on the deck. We truly love sitting there for hours and seriously hours in the sun, listening to the waves watching the ocean. It was absolutely beautiful and very, very serene.

  • Kirk A.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2024

    Stayed Aug 9, 2024

    Convenient, clean, cozy. Will definitely be coming back!

  • Karen L.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We loved the location of the house. Being able to see the ocean was a real plus. The home is comfortable including the beds. The air conditioner struggled at times, but we would open the door to let cool air in. Kitchen is a little dated but well stocked. Overall, we had a great stay

  • Karen B.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Beautiful view and easy access to Carmet Beach. Kitchen well stocked with utensils. Comfortable bed . Clean. Nice to have fenced backyard for dog.

  • Submitted Jul 2, 2024

    Stayed Jun 28, 2024

    Really loved this place. Perfect, unobstructed view of the ocean. Even though right on the freeway, it was very quiet. Away from the crowds but less than 10 minutes to the heart of Bodega Bay restaurants and activities. Very comfortable accommodations with everything you need for a perfect getaway. Great place to go to relax and watch the waves crash on the rocks.

  • david r.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    The view is amazing and the facilities are clean, well kept, and the location is about the most spectacular in the bodega area. Wow..

  • valerie g.

    Submitted May 27, 2024

    Stayed May 16, 2024

    Wonderful place to stay and enjoy the coast

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