See all properties
Entire home

The Shell- Relax & Unwind!

Arch Cape vacation home with kitchen

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Shell- Relax & Unwind!

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

View in a map
Arch Cape, OR
  • Place, Arch Cape Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Hug Point State Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Oswald West State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Arch Cape

Seaside stay .You'll find Arch Cape Beach and Hug Point State Park within a 15-minute walk of this Arch Cape vacation home. Falcon Cove and Oswald West State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
View more Vacation Homes in Arch CapeOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Arch Cape Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hug Point State Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Oswald West State Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Falcon Cove - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cannon Beach - 6 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cannon Beach Station - 7 min drive
  • Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pelican Brewing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Public Coast Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ecola Seafood - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Insomnia Coffee Co. - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mo's Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Shell- Relax & Unwind!

Welcome to The Shell, located in Arch Cape! Step inside your home away from home and get ready to relax! There's plenty of space to spread out in the open living room with a gas fireplace at one end of the room, a flat screen TV at the other end, and lots of comfy furniture in between!

You'll want to check out the fully stocked and functional kitchen, complete with everything you need to make your stay a memorable one. You'll have plenty of sunlight streaming through the patio door from the backyard while whipping up a meal the whole family can enjoy. It's easy to go from cooking to eating since the kitchen is large enough for the dining table and chairs.
There are two colorful bedrooms to choose from. The first is the “Tree” Bedroom with green and yellow accents. The bedding and the art perfectly compliment the unique headboard on the full bed. Next door is the “Rose” bedroom with a queen bed and accents of pink and cream from the art work to the bed lamps. If you were looking for bland ordinary bedrooms, these aren't it!
Tucked in a cupboard between the two bedrooms are a stackable washer and dryer so you won't have to overpack for your trip to The Shell. The bathroom is close as well so everything is right at hand and convenient.
Step out onto the patio from kitchen and you'll find the backyard awaits. Plenty of grass to play on and a perfect spot to lay out at night and star gaze, you'll definitely want to spend some time outdoors while visiting The Shell, especially during those warm summer days!
If you time your trip to The Shell just right the huckleberries may be in season. Please check out the huckleberry bushes in the yard and if they are ripe, go ahead and pick them. Enjoy!
The beach access from The Shell is a short stroll away. Walk south down Pacific for a block and a half to Shark Tale Lane. Turn right and walk straight ahead past the Beach Sign and there you are on the ocean shore !
The Shell is the perfect place to stay. It's bright and cheerful, close to Cannon Beach and Manzanita yet just enough off the beaten path to relax, unwind, and enjoy the ocean breezes. Come stay with us at The Shell
You are welcome to bring your dog buddy with you! Please know there's a $60 plus tax fee per dog per stay.

Similar properties

Interior
Royal Canoe by Avantstay Walk to the Shore + Cozy Fireplace
Arch Cape
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, 2 reviews
Royal Canoe by Avantstay Walk to the Shore + Cozy Fireplace

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

983012

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Shell- Relax & Unwind! to the airport?

This vacation home is 26.4 mi (37-min drive) away from the Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Shell- Relax & Unwind! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Shell- Relax & Unwind! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 4-minute walk from Arch Cape Beach and 4.8 mi (7-min drive) from Cannon Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Shell- Relax & Unwind! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Shell- Relax & Unwind!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Shell- Relax & Unwind!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Shell- Relax & Unwind!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Shell- Relax & Unwind! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Shell- Relax & Unwind! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Shell- Relax & Unwind! to downtown Arch Cape?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Arch Cape.

The Shell- Relax & Unwind! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely beach house in Arch Cape in a nice quiet neighborhood walking distance from the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful peppery, wonderful location, Beachcomber folks were easy to work with, answered all questions, helped with everything…a friend and I stayed here, perfect for 2-4 people, a block from the beach, could hear the ocean from house, clean and nicely decorated…. Close to many things such as cannon beach but away from the crowds….we loved it and would rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach stay

Had a pleasant stay! The house was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Arch Cape

We enjoyed our stay at The Shell in Arch Cape. The house was well appointed and comfortable. The beach access is perfect for long walks on the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Nice clean beach cottage just a block down from the Arch Cape beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the Shell

The Shell is a great property, we loved it. It's so close to the beach and we enjoyed listening to the waves at night. The house was clean and in a central location to all the activities we did. It was close enough to cannon beach without all the hustle and bustle of all the tourists. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot Right off the Beach

Loved the proximity to the beach. Cozy spot and accommodated my dog and me perfectly. I’d definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway from our everyday

Away from the crowds but close enough to everything we might need. Very well appointed kitchen, bedrooms and living area. Very clean linens and toweling which is important to us. Loved the barbecue and the fire-pit we used them both.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Away From Home

What a little gem. I had never stayed in Arch Cape before and had a delightful time. The area is a short drive from Cannon Beach and just wonderful. Scenic beauty everywhere. Beach access is so close it's walking distance. The cottage was very nice. We had everything we needed and plenty of room. The back yard was nice for our mini dachshund. Will definitely be back. Thanks.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kay H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location Perfect For Us

Property is great for two people (and a dog, in our case). It can sleep 6 people but it would be crowded. It was clean, comfortable and nicely decorated. The kitchen is an easy one to function in. The neighborhood was quiet with quick access to the beach. And for us, it was within walking distance of friends we were visiting. There were some maintenance issues that the property management offered to attend to immediately. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, fun decor, comfortable home

The place is in a GREAT location! Quiet street, quick access to the beach. Cute, clean with a great color palette inside. We did have a few issues, trouble with the key code to get in, broken coffee grinder, a Keurig but no pods, the fireplace would not turn on. The property management company was great and responded. It was just a hassle to deal with. Unfortunately we could not use the small backyard due to Round Up being used. I guess I naively thought a pet friendly home would extend to the yard. Just disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Marci W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful location private beach access

We had a great stay at the shell. It was just as pictured and even closer beach access than expected. We had a problem with the washer and it really upset us because it was the main reason we booked the place. We have 2 small kids and a dog and only brought a few items each expecting the ammenities that were offered to be in working condition. When we arrived there was a sign on the washer that it wont fully drain if not a full load. Well it still didn't work with a full load and they sent someone only to leave a note saying Out of Order. Its misrepresentation to rent a place saying you have washer and dryer facilities and they knew they weren't working properly, hence the sign. I believe we should be compensated for the major inconvenience for us having to wear dirty clothes over . Still haven't heard back from anyone yet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024