A trip to
the Oregon Coast is a must do vacation for the Northwest. There are over three
hundred miles of public beach just waiting for you to explore. You could spend
a long weekend in one area, or take a week or two and journey along the
coastline, experiencing the three regions, from the North coast, to the Central
and Southern, each of which offers its own flavor of fun. From local breweries,
award winning cheeses and incredible wineries, the fresh seafood has plenty of
options to accompany menus at restaurants all along the way. There are several
lighthouses to visit each with amazing views of the Pacific. The hiking trails
are endless along the coast, with viewpoints along the way. Museums, aquariums,
antique and artisan shops will never leave you wanting for something to do.
Outdoor activities include fishing, crabbing, clamming, boating, camping, golf
and more. But where do you stay when at
the Oregon Coast? Bed & Breakfasts (B&B) make a wonderful choice for a
coastal vacation.
A Bed
& Breakfast offers you the comforts of home, including breakfast at the
start of your day. There is the opportunity to meet local residents, those with
the inside knowledge of what makes an area worth the visit. Often, a B&B is
also more cost effective compared to a hotel, resort or rental house, so if
budget is a concern, this could a great option. Bed & Breakfasts also offer
an intimate setting which makes for meeting new friends easy. When you meet
other travelers ideas are exchanges, stories shared and sometimes friendships
made. During your stay at a B&B, you become family, if only for a short
while, and it can make your travel memories that much better.
Along the
Northern Coast, there is the Arch Cape Inn & Retreat. This B&B is
reminiscent of a French Chateau located near Cannon Beach, home of world famous
Haystack Rock (One of two in the state), a natural landmark which has been
drawing visitors to the coast for years. The cedar shingled house has several
suites designed to meet your desire for comfort. Some rooms have their own
soaking tubs, and all have spectacular views, whether of the ocean below, or
lovely grounds, whichever suite you stay in, you will be wrapped in luxurious
beauty and charm. There are even three pet friendly rooms which have their own
private entrances so you can bring your best friend along for your coastal
adventure. Arch Cape Inn also offers incredible excursions and eco tours. You
can spend a day with a local marine biologist and enjoy some whale watching for
example. Another boasting point for Arch Cape Inn is their own approach to
going “green” in terms of their services.
They are making updates and changes to how they run the inn in order to
help the environment overall. From a romantic weekend to an eco-adventure,
whatever your plans are for the Cannon Beach area, Arch Cape Inn & Retreat
is an incredible place to call home while on vacation at the Northern Oregon
Coast.
Newport
is the mainstay of the Central Oregon coast, as one of the largest cities in
the region, it
boasts enough attractions that you could spend your entire
coastal vacation there, taking excellent day trips all around the area. A few
examples include the Oregon Coast Museum, Yaquina Head Lighthouse and Rogue
Ales Brewery. One of the highlights of the Oregon coast are the incredible panoramic
views to be had. So why not stay in a Bed & Breakfast with a view worth
waking up to?
Lightkeeper’s Inn in Newport gives you just
that- each room has a panoramic view of the coastline. Yaquina Bay, including
the lighthouse, Yaquina Bay Bridge, the Newport Bay Front and plenty of
activity from sea lions to sailors can all be taken in from Lightkeeper’s Inn. The
evenings are picturesque as you watch the sun go beneath the waves and docks
and walkways become alight, a beacon in the dark. Lightkeeper’s Inn is a three
story home with touches of coastal architecture. It offers 2 suites each with a
gas fireplace, as well as a TV and DVD player for those Oregon Coast stormy
nights (winter is an amazing season to experience at the Coast). The inn is
perfect for an intimate stay with someone local, where you can relax in the
comfort of home. There is a large living space, 4 viewing decks and dining
room, but you are welcome to eat in your suite if you prefer. Each room is
tastefully decorated in coastal themes, subtlety stated, yet charming, they
make you feel at home along the coast. It is said an air of friendship awaits
you at the Lightkeeper’s Inn, with the warm welcome Bill and Cheryl provide. The
Lightkeeper’s Inn holds a lot of family history and connection to lighthouses.
One of the owners, Cheryl comes from a line of Lighthouse Keepers, and is a
fountain of local knowledge.
For a
truly Oregon experience there is a place in the Southern Oregon Coast which
will not only help you understand what Oregon is all about when it comes to our
approach to the environment, it will help you become a part of nature yourself.
Just outside of Port Orford, Oregon, near Gold Beach and about 60 miles north
of California, is a quaint B&B style property whose main focus is to
support the natural beauty of the coastal forest, and their guests in luxury. Wildspring Guest Habitat is a five acre retreat nestled in
the woods overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Their motto is “For Body and Soul” and
they are serious about this concept. With
5 guest cabins and an open air slate spa, tranquility is the goal that you can achieve
when you stay. Wildspring is dedicated to making as little impact on the environment
as possible, yet still providing a place where people can come and relax,
connect with the peace of nature and the beauty of the Oregon Coast. Breakfast
is included with your stay, and the grounds are filled with lush, natural vegetation
and contemplative features such as a walking labyrinth and a sculpture garden.
With rates starting as just about $200 a night, this is a retreat that is very
affordable, yet will surround you with luxury. The owners of Wildspring Guest
Habitat want to encourage others to help conserve our natural resources, and the
way they bring you to nature in comfort and luxury, it is an easy thing to
understand when you there. During your stay in the area you can visit any number
of antique and gift shops, enjoy some golf and explore the region’s 8 rivers
which flow into the Pacific. The Southern Coast is where the mountains meet the
ocean in a sea of forest, and where you can step away from the ordinary and
surround yourself with spectacular beauty. Wildspring Guest is just the place
to rediscover yourself and connect with the spirit of the Oregon Coast.
The next time you head for the Oregon Coast,
or are planning a trip to Oregon, whether you are traveling from near or far,
why not check out one of these Oregon Coast B&Bs? Be sure to check out our
next blog, where we will share some unexpected aspects of the Oregon Coast. For a small fee,
we at C.P. Trips are here to work with you in planning a stress free Oregon
vacation. Check
out our website, cptrips.com and our Visit the Wonders of Oregon page
for more information and travel ideas to the 7 Wonders of Oregon. Email us at cptrips@aol.com, or call Cindy Passannante at 503-658-5646 or our
Oregon Dream’s Specialist, Julie Hirning at 503-705-8043, today and we can
explore the incredible variety of vacation ideas and options waiting for you in
our wonderful state of Oregon.
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