Seaside stay .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Yachats vacation home, you'll find Wave Gallery and Beachside State Recreation Site. Also, Big Stump Beach is within 3 miles (5 km) and Yachats Common Park is within 6 miles (10 km).
Beachside State Recreation Site - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
Yachats State Recreation Area - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
Yachats Beach - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
Restaurants
The Beachside Buzz - 5 min drive
Salty Dawg Bar & Grill - 9 min drive
Hilltop Cafe-Bistro - 6 min drive
The Drift Inn - 5 min drive
The Village Bean - 4 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.
Zen Beach Retreat-Relaxing Sauna - Steps to a Sandy Beach!
Sweet Homes Vacation Getaways brings you The Zen House, is a peaceful beach retreat in Yachats. This is a romantic, zen, one-of-a-kind home with easy, safe access to a gorgeous sandy beach. This home has a lovely living/dining area, unique furniture and decor, and an upper deck with ocean views filtered through trees. Relax and refresh in the Asian bath and spa room, which is equipped with a cedar sauna, a two-person Japanese soaking tub, and glass brick shower which juts out into the garden to capture the morning sun which filters through the surrounding greenery, offering a hint of nature while you shower. Wake up in the morning and wander in your private garden or sit and listen to the sounds of the ocean and the birds. Or, perhaps later you'll sip tea, coffee, or wine on the upstairs deck while listening to the waves and looking at the ocean. This home offers an abundance of options for relaxing and having fun, both inside and outside. If you are feeling more energetic, stroll two minutes away to a beautiful, wide, sandy beach that goes on for miles. This two bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home has a great layout. The primary bedroom is on the second floor of the main house; the second bedroom is a detached bedroom above the garage and has a King bed along with a private entrance. A second story deck connects the primary bedroom and the studio apartment, providing both great privacy and separation, but also connectivity when desired. There is a second bathroom with a shower in the garage below the second bedroom. Also in the garage, entertainment can be found with a pool table, shuffleboard and television! Be our guest and enjoy the wonderful ambiance of this Asian-style retreat home. This is definitely a one-of-a-kind experience, that will complement your special vacation, honeymoon, or family getaway.
Sleeps up to 6 - 2 Bedrooms, 1 Queen in Primary Bedroom, 1 King (King can be separated into 2 twin beds -- with 72 hour prior notice), 1 Sofa Sleeper, 2 Baths. Vehicles: Licensed for 2 (strictly enforced- No street parking allowed) Standard: 2 night minimum; Summer & Holidays: 3-4 night minimum. *Each home is individually owned. Amenities and furnishings are subject to change at any time. Please contact our office with any questions.
Age Requirement: The primary registered guest must be at least 26 years of age. The majority of guests must be over 25, or children under adult supervision.
This home does not allow cat guests or other non-human, non-canine visitors. Dogs are welcome at this home but must be registered in advance and paid prior to arrival. This home has a 3-dog maximum occupancy! Pet Guests: One time $35+tax fee per dog. Pet fees are not included in the original reservation.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,622 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Access methods
Private entrance
Pets
Pets are welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
226346
Zen Beach Retreat Relaxing Spa Steps to a Sandy Beach!
Frequently asked questions
How close is Zen Beach Retreat-Relaxing Sauna - Steps to a Sandy Beach! to the airport?
This vacation home is 160 mi (195-min drive) away from the Portland International Airport (PDX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Zen Beach Retreat-Relaxing Sauna - Steps to a Sandy Beach! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Zen Beach Retreat-Relaxing Sauna - Steps to a Sandy Beach! to the beach?
This vacation home is 1.8 mi (2-min drive) from Beachside State Recreation Site and 2.1 mi (4-min drive) from Big Stump Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Zen Beach Retreat-Relaxing Sauna - Steps to a Sandy Beach! offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Zen Beach Retreat-Relaxing Sauna - Steps to a Sandy Beach!?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Zen Beach Retreat-Relaxing Sauna - Steps to a Sandy Beach!?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Zen Beach Retreat-Relaxing Sauna - Steps to a Sandy Beach!?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Zen Beach Retreat-Relaxing Sauna - Steps to a Sandy Beach! have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Zen Beach Retreat-Relaxing Sauna - Steps to a Sandy Beach! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Zen Beach Retreat-Relaxing Sauna - Steps to a Sandy Beach! to downtown Yachats?
This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Tillicum Beach.
Zen Beach Retreat-Relaxing Sauna - Steps to a Sandy Beach! Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 55 reviews
10 - Excellent
37
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 55 reviews
8 - Good
7
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 55 reviews
6 - Okay
4
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 55 reviews
4 - Poor
4
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 55 reviews
2 - Terrible
3
8.2/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Tanya C.
Nov 7, 2025
Tanya C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Keith C.
Sep 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This property was great for my entire family, including our pets. The close access to the wonerfil beach was outstanding.
Keith C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Heidi S.
Apr 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Zen escape
Lovely property very close to a secluded beach. Very accurate to listing description. We couldn’t get the sauna to work, but having so much fun during the day forgot to ask management about it. Spent maybe an equal amount of time on the beach as in the wonderful bathroom! Great memories of first time pup at the beach.
Heidi S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maureen B.
Mar 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely stay
We had a lovely time at the Zen house and honestly the spa bathroom is the star of the show. A spectacular soaking tub and sauna and perfectly hot water for a nice soak makes this the place to get away and read 4 books while a good storm rages outside. The kitchen only has salt & pepper so be sure to bring your own pantry staples or be prepared to buy everything you need to cook, and give the fridge a little extra push when you close it. Next time we will be sure to get firewood to take advantage of the fireplace, and we definitely will be back! Thanks so much.
Maureen B.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
4/10 Poor
Peggy C.
Sep 18, 2024
Zen house in Yachats
Too close to 101 (noisy), not oceanside. Severe mold/mildew in game and laundry rooms so guest room couldn't use the bathroom. Sauna and tub on main floor were nice. Wish there had been TV in living room, but TV choices bad. Road in had deep pot holes.were poor.
Peggy C.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Dana K.
Aug 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Different and nice, perfect beach nearby
You can tell how hard they worked to incorporate the "Zen" look and feel. Could use a face lift outside (mostly the deck) and a few more curtains but everyone was happy and comfortable. The soaker tub was soo nice and the hot water never seem to run out. The tub and sauna was a great relaxation for all of us. The garden in the back was really nice to walk through with our pup, only he would growl at the little buddha statue lol.
Dana K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Dan R.
Oct 26, 2023
A little less than expected.
Property was easy to find and easy to access with lock code and check in process (had to wait until the next day, Wi-Fi was down). Noticed main rug was stained as were areas on the couch. A few spatulas in the kitchen ware had dried-on food crusties. Had to clean before using.
Being in our early 60's, I would have liked a handrail on the 1st three steps before the stairway turned 90° to continue up to the bedroom. I would have enjoyed a TV (for the rainy days) in the main living room.
Beach was close enough, about a block and a 1/2 away.
Enjoyed the large tub and used the sauna, which felt great. Shower was interesting. Worked fine, except the concrete floor was a little rough on tender feet! Looked like there was a spiral pattern of half sunk rocks in the concrete. The rocks were removed and left egg-sized divets. Didn't feel too good when the ball of your foot engaged in these holes.
The night before we left, we washed our dirty clothes in the washer. When the cycle was over, the removed clothes were caked with sand. Had to clean out the washer and rewash the clothes. Got about 1/2 a Frisbee of sand out of the washer. Obviously, the previous tenant didn't shake the sand out of their clothes before washing and the washer had lots of sand that was never cleaned out.
Never utilized the shuffleboard or the pool table, but did explore the whole home.
I know I've pointed out a few negatives, but all in all, we enjoyed our stay. The wood stove was nice.
Dan R.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Leni M.
Jul 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A real retreat!
The house was great - close to the beach, and also a retreat itself, with a deep soaking tub and a sweet backyard, not to mention the cedar sauna, and glass-walled shower. The sunporch connecting the two bedrooms was a good space for hanging out. We're already ready to be back next year!
Leni M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Leesa P.
Aug 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
3rd stay - first time in summer
The location is fantastic and the bath is always enjoyable. Just a couple of issues if you’re staying in the summer months. Both bedrooms have high windows that do not have blinds which means you’re up with the sun. Also, the main bedroom in the loft area does not have windows that open and it actually gets pretty hot up there even when the temp outside is in the 60s.
Leesa P.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Justin C.
Aug 24, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great week in Yachats
This little adorable house was perfect for our family. The separate apartment for the kids was great for them to get their own area. The main bathroom was OUTSTANDING for relaxing after a long day of taking in the beach and visiting the surrounding areas. We highly recommend this place. Thank again for making our vacation so relaxing!!
Justin C.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
2/10 Terrible
Nicole L.
Aug 15, 2021
Run down and dangerous
This property seemed nice enough online however the beds were uncomfortable (one was foam the other was two twins pushed together) the sauna didn’t work, everything was DIY looking in the house, the main floor was cold and the upstairs was hot, and to top it all off the carpet tacks stuck out on the stairs which lead to me ripping open my heel and bleeding and now having an infection. We won’t be back!
Nicole L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
Jennifer H., Montague, California
Mar 5, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Zen House
We really loved the house and location. Unfortunately the beautiful bathroom was out of order for our stay.
Jennifer H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Erica L.
Feb 15, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, Relaxing Getaway
This vacation rental was the perfect hub for exploring the area and coming back to relax at the end of the day. Definitely would recommend/stay again.
Erica L.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
4/10 Poor
Ted R.
Aug 22, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Zen house far from beach!!!
It seems to be the going rate for this time of year.I wish access to beach was easier,as going down rocks to beach was tricky and we were 3 plots in from the beach as I feel was overpriced, nice beach after I figured out how to access down road 6 houses, very difficult to bring things to beach,firewood,usual beach items, if it was closer I would have rated higher!
Ted R.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
6/10 Okay
Brian B.
Aug 19, 2019
Disliked: Cleanliness
Read description carefully. Great for one couple, not so much for two couples.
So this rental is in a nice location and it has nice amenities (the master spa bathroom etc), but there were several things that made it not ideal for our larger (two couples) group. Our issues mostly center around the fact that the 2nd bedroom is actually in the detached garage.
This fact is buried in the listing's description, and you may miss it if you're not careful. We thought it wouldn't be much of an issue, but it turned out to add friction to our vacation for several reasons.
1) The privacy in the detached second bedroom. The two doors that lead into the detached garage bedroom both have big windows in them but have no curtains! There is absolutely no privacy. From the 2nd story patio it's very easy to look into the detached bedroom. Our friends in the main house were reluctant to use the 2nd patio in fear of spying on us sleeping or changing. This seems like such a straightforward thing to fix, but really bothered us.
2) The garage bathroom. It is TINY. One person can barely get into it with the door open, two people will not fit in it. Its location is another thing mentioned briefly in the description, but turned out to be more of an issue than we thought it would be. At night, navigating a flight of stairs and then going through a garage to use the bathroom isn't fun. You may ask 'why not go to the main house?', and that leads into issue 3.
3) The logistics of the two houses. The fact that the bedroom in the main house is a loft style with no doors makes it difficult to go into the main house without waking everyone up. We were reluctant to go into the main house (in the early morning or night) as we didn't wish to disturb our friends. This just made it inconvenient to use the kitchen or nice spa.
So none of these issues would matter if you're a single couple looking too rent this place. However if you're a larger group, just re-read the description and weigh if it's worth it to your group.
Good luck!
Brian B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth G.
Jul 12, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous house, perfect location
Artistically and beautifully designed home, with just a short walk to the stunning ocean.
The deck is secluded and perfect for the evenings.
The kitchen is incredibly well stocked (my chef/mother was impressed).
We enjoyed every minute.
Elizabeth G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
David M.
Jun 25, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Quite and close to the beach
Lacking an indoor common area for more than 4 people. Also, some of the chairs need to be replaced. Otherwise, it is well situated between Yachats, Waldport, 101, and the ocean.
David M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Susie D.
Apr 2, 2019
The spa room is everything
Not really, while the spa room is an absolutely wonderful and unique feature of this house, the rest of the property is super comfortable and well maintained. Located on our favorite part of the coast to boot.
Susie D.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
6/10 Okay
A Joseph K.
Aug 22, 2018
Unique, intriguing house and grounds
Great eye appeal at the Zen House, clearly a one-of-a-kind property. Marvelously and lovingly appointed, with lavish amenities. Sun deck, meditative garden, short stroll to wide, underpopulated beach. Abundant electronics (modem, two flat screen TVs with a full array of premium channels). But not a comfortable home (uncomfortably narrow doorways and stairwells, terrible beds, non-functioning sauna, cramped bathrooms).
Nice to look at, hard to stay in.
A Joseph K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
6/10 Okay
dean f.
Jul 18, 2018
Good
Was disappointed in the full operation of stove some burners not working
Not to mention we had to clean up dog pee at the top of the stairs when we arrived!
Also real hot up stairs in main house can’t open windows upstairs just the door
But over all it was relaxing