Frequently Asked Questions About Our Long Beach, WA Vacation Rentals

For a quieter coastal stay with easy access to restaurants, shops, and the boardwalk, I like the area just north of downtown Long Beach. All five Beachhousewa homes are about a five-minute drive from downtown and within walking distance of the Pacific Ocean.

All five homes are within walking distance of the beach. Ocean Trail is oceanfront, with a private trail through the dunes that takes about three minutes. Seagrass is about four minutes away on foot, Clark about six minutes, Lewis about six minutes, and Beach Cabin about six to seven minutes. Walking times are approximate.

Yes. Ocean Trail is my oceanfront vacation rental with Pacific views and a private beach trail through the dunes. It has six bedrooms, sleeps up to 10 guests, and includes two game rooms, a private hot tub, and an outdoor fireplace.

Ocean Trail is oceanfront, with ocean views and its own trail through the dunes. Seagrass, Beach Cabin, Lewis and Clark are not oceanfront, but all are close enough to walk to the beach. Choose based on whether ocean views or simply easy beach access matter most to your group.

Yes. The two upstairs suites at Seagrass have ocean views, although the house itself is not oceanfront. The beach is approximately a four-minute walk away.

Ocean Trail sleeps up to 10 guests in six bedrooms, and Seagrass sleeps up to 10 in five bedrooms. Beach Cabin has two bedrooms and sleeps up to six. Lewis and Clark each have two bedrooms and accommodate four guests inside the house. Approved RV use at Lewis or Clark may allow two additional guests in the RV. Both have an RV electrical box and water spigot right next to a generous parking space.

For larger families, compare Seagrass and Ocean Trail. Seagrass offers a large game room, private hot tub, volleyball, and outdoor games. Ocean Trail combines ocean views with two game rooms and a private beach trail. Beach Cabin is a smaller option with a wooded setting, a hot tub, and a large game area.

Yes. Ocean Trail and Seagrass each accommodate up to 10 guests. Ocean Trail has six bedrooms, while Seagrass has five. Compare sleeping arrangements and amenities in my guide to Long Beach vacation rentals for groups before choosing a home.

Yes. All five homes are within walking distance of one another. Subject to availability, you can reserve multiple properties for family reunions, several couples, or groups that need more than one house. Each home’s occupancy limits and booking terms still apply.

Lewis and Clark each have two king suites with private ensuite bathrooms. Both offer private hot tubs, well-equipped kitchens, and access to shared outdoor game courts, making them comfortable choices for two couples.

Yes. All five homes welcome dogs with prior approval. Amenities include dog beds, dishes, towels, toys, accessories and outdoor washing areas.

The guidelines generally allow up to two approved dogs per reservation (please contact me for exceptions). Age, size, and house-training requirements apply, so check the current policy for your chosen home. Contact me (Toby, beachhousewa@yahoo.com) before booking if your dog falls outside the published guidelines.

Yes. Lewis and Clark have outdoor dog-washing stations. Beach Cabin has an outdoor shower, Ocean Trail has a double outdoor shower, and Seagrass has a heated hose bib and an outdoor shower. These make it easier to rinse sandy paws before going inside.

Yes. Ocean Trail, Seagrass, Beach Cabin, Lewis and Clark each have a private hot tub. Compare the homes, sleeping arrangements, and other amenities on our Long Beach vacation rentals with hot tubs page.

For one or two couples, I would start with Lewis and Clark. Both have king suites, private bathrooms, fireplaces, kitchens, private hot tubs, and a short walk to the Pacific. Both also have an outdoor soaker tub right outside the downstairs master.

Seagrass has a tournament-size pool table, an 18-foot shuffleboard table, table tennis, foosball, a retro arcade, more than 100 board games and puzzles, and multiple gaming systems. Outside, guests can enjoy volleyball, cornhole, bocce, croquet, ladder golf, Giant Jenga, Spikeball, and other yard games.

Ocean Trail has two game rooms with pool, ping pong, an arcade with more than 2,000 classic games, multiple gaming consoles, more than 300 board games, over 100 puzzles, and a large variety of yard games.

Beach Cabin has a dedicated game room with pool, table tennis, foosball, and hook-and-ring, plus multiple gaming consoles, an arcade with more than 3,000 games, more than 50 board games and puzzles, and outdoor cornhole and ladder golf courts.

Lewis and Clark also have extensive indoor entertainment, including board games, puzzles, video game systems, and arcades. Outdoors, the two cabins share pickleball, bocce, and tournament-quality sand volleyball courts, while Lewis also has its own tournament cornhole court and Clark has a ladder golf court.

Yes. Guests at Lewis and Clark have access to a shared outdoor recreation area with pickleball, bocce, and sand volleyball courts. Equipment is provided.

A rainy day does not have to slow down your beach trip. Our homes offer plenty of indoor entertainment, including game rooms, arcade and video games, board games, puzzles, movies, fireplaces, and fully equipped kitchens for relaxed meals at home. Select properties also feature covered or screened outdoor spaces, so you can still enjoy the coastal atmosphere even when the weather turns. Check each property’s amenity list to find the best fit for your stay.

Razor clamming is a popular activity in Long Beach when digs are approved. Check current Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife openings, license requirements, regulations, and health advisories before making plans.

Yes. Clam guns, bags, shovels, buckets, and headlamps. The selection varies, so check your home’s current amenity list before packing. Guests must obtain the appropriate license and confirm that digging is open.

Yes. Wagons, chairs, coolers, towels, and games. What is included varies by property. Review the individual home’s amenity list before your trip so you know what to bring.

The homes are approximately a five-minute drive north of downtown Long Beach. Restaurants, shops, family attractions, and the boardwalk are a short drive away. See my downtown Long Beach guide for ideas.

Yes. The boardwalk and downtown area are a short drive from the homes. You can combine a boardwalk visit with time on the Discovery Trail. My Long Beach Boardwalk guide has more details.

Yes. Cape Disappointment State Park is south of Long Beach and makes a convenient outing from the homes. Use my Cape Disappointment State Park guide to plan, and check current park access and facility information before visiting.

Yes. Astoria is close enough for a day trip from Long Beach, with restaurants, museums, shops, river views, and historic sites. Browse my Astoria day-trip guide for ideas without changing accommodations.

Start with beach walks, kite flying, walking or biking the Discovery Trail, and visiting the boardwalk and downtown. Other options include the World Kite Museum, wildlife watching, historic Oysterville, Cape Disappointment, and an Astoria day trip. Razor clamming is available only during approved digs. See my guide to things to do in Long Beach, WA for more ideas.

Yes. All five homes have kitchens equipped for cooking, with cookware, dishes, glassware, utensils, and appliances. I cook at the properties myself, so practical kitchen equipment matters to me. My kitchens are absolutely loaded. Check your chosen home’s amenity list if you need a particular appliance.

Yes. Lewis and Clark, as well as Seagrass offer an RV electrical box for EV charging. Make sure to bring your charger to plugin.

Lewis, Clark, and Seagrass have RV hookups with advance approval and an additional fee if you are adding extra guests over the stated house limit. Lewis and Clark normally accommodates four guests inside. Approved RV use may increase the total to six, with four in the house and two in the RV. Seagrass normally accommodates ten guests, an RV can increase this or just provide an extra place to sleep. Contact me (Toby, beachhousewa@yahoo.com) before booking to arrange RV use.

Yes. Wi-Fi is available at Ocean Trail, Seagrass, Beach Cabin, Lewis and Clark.

Yes. You can compare all five Beachhousewa vacation rentals, check availability, and book directly through the website. Rates, minimum stays, booking requirements, and cancellation terms vary by home and dates. Review the terms shown for your reservation before booking.

Minimum stays and cancellation terms depend on the property and travel dates. Typically, summer dates are a four night minimum, as well as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years. Most weekends year round are a three night minimum. Review the information displayed during the booking process for your selected stay. Contact me (Toby, beachhousewa@yahoo.com) before reserving if you need clarification.