Seaside stay .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Dillon Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Tomales City Park with a stay here. Tomales Town Hall and Tomales Regional History Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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5 Star reviews are in Aug 2025! "Stayed w/ family & friends. This house was so nice and so perfect The hot tub was perfect! Watching the sunset while sitting in the hot tub was the best! Thank you for the amazing time. We would rent this home again!" N.B. Danville, CA
Our Promise to You. Upon your arrival we promise a home that will be well-lit, clean, comfortable and safe; complete with music and treats to welcome you after your long day of travel! Let your everyday life slip away and enjoy time with your very favorite people. We are avail 24/7 if you need anything during your stay. We look forward to hosting you!
House Vibe... Welcome to Whale Watch, where comfort meets coastal charm! There are breathtaking ocean views from every corner of Whale Watch. Whether you're lounging in the living room w/ the gaslog fireplace, enjoying family time in the game room, soaking in the hot tub, or hanging out of the decks, the beauty of Dillon Beach surrounds you. Inside, you'll find multiple flat screens for entertainment & newer furnishings for your comfort. The open-concept kitchen, living, & dining area is perfect for gatherings! Outside, the expansive deck invites you to enjoy spectacular sunsets over the ocean. 3 min drive to the parking lot/10 min walk down the hill to the beach path!
ABOUT THE HOUSE: 3 Bedrooms + Bonus Spaces | 2.5 Baths | Sleeps 10 Up a flight of stairs from driveway to Entry Level - (main living areas) Main living spaces are on Entry Level Open Concept Fast & Reliable Wifi Living room & Family room
ENTRY LEVEL: - Kitchen - Well appointed - opens to back deck w/ Gas BBQ. Breakfast bar seating - Living room - Very spacious w/ Comfy couches & chairs- Gas Log Fireplace - Large flat screen (YouTubeTV service & streaming capabilities) - Sliding door to Deck & EPIC Ocean Views! - Dining area - w/Ocean Views - Large table for serving up your catch of the GAME NIGHTS! - Bedroom 1 - Primary Bedroom- Comfy King Bed - Sliding door to deck - views of Ocean - Private bathroom/w Tub - Bedroom 2 - Very Spacious w/ a Comfy Queen Bed - Bedroom 3 - Two Twin Beds - Sliding doors opening to deck w/ Ocean Views - Bathroom 2- Full bath 2 on this level in hallway area
LOWER LEVEL -2 comfy Fold-Out Sofas -Large Flat screen (YouTube TV service & streaming) -Game Table & Games -Desk /Work Space -Bathroom 3 - 1/2 Bath -Laundry Washer/Dryer
GAME ROOM/GARAGE -Ping Pong -Foosball -Darts -Ocean views
OUTDOOR SPACES: -HOT TUB w/ Epic Views -2 Upstairs decks spanning the entire front of house -Small patio off kitchen w/Gas BBQ -3 Min drive or 15 to min walk down to the Beach. You can Hear the Ocean from the house
THINGS TO KNOW: *** The driveway is steep & should only be accessed from one direction to avoid scraping the bottom of your car. Access instructions are provided w/ arrival info. Flat at the top of driveway. *** -Please be conscientious of water usage at Dillon Beach -PET POLICY: Dogs only - $100 Dog Fee per Dog -10 people max day or night - No Drop-in guests -NO PARTIES or Drop-in guests- Private Community w/ HOA & Security -4 car max in driveway, day or night, NO street parking
Some fun ideas! Play on the soft, white sandy beach in Dillon Beach.Search tide pools, surfing/boogie & skimboard, watch sunsets from sand dunes Kayak in Tomales Bay Charter Fishing & Whale Watching - Bodega Bay Beautiful coastal towns -cute shops, art galleries Golfing in Bodega Bay Horseback riding in Bodega Bay Point Reyes Lighthouse
Staff choices for Local Tasty Food/Treats/Drinks! Occidental - Howard Station Bodega Bay – Fishetarian, Rocker Oyster Fellas, Spud Point, Terrapin, Tides Wharf Dillon Beach – Coastal Kitchen Tomales Oyster Company, Rocker Oyster Fellas, Tomales Bakery Jenner - Cafe Aquatica, River's End Cape Fear in Duncan's Mill
Discounted Monthly Rates Early Check-in or Late Check out (If available) for a fee Concierge Service
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
9 steps to reach entrance
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smooth flooring in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near the sea
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Foosball table
Golf
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
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
Composting
Garden
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Recycling
Unit size: 1,932 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Close and lock any doors and/or windows you may have opened. Please put the keys back into the lock box before leaving.
Turn off the heat and unplug any heaters and/or fans you may have used.
Please treat our house as if it were your own. The check out procedures are in the house. Please follow the instructions to avoid fees.
Thanks! Hope it was a great stay!
Stace
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 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.
Property Registration Number 081619
Property is also known as
1301-231825
Frequently asked questions
How close is WhaleWatch: Perfect & FUN Coastal Retreat- Epic Views! WiFi /HotTub /GmRm/Pup to the airport?
This vacation home is 29 mi (49-min drive) away from the Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does WhaleWatch: Perfect & FUN Coastal Retreat- Epic Views! WiFi /HotTub /GmRm/Pup have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is WhaleWatch: Perfect & FUN Coastal Retreat- Epic Views! WiFi /HotTub /GmRm/Pup to the beach?
This vacation home is 1.1 mi (5-min drive) from Dillon Beach and 9.1 mi (23-min drive) from Pelican North Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does WhaleWatch: Perfect & FUN Coastal Retreat- Epic Views! WiFi /HotTub /GmRm/Pup offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at WhaleWatch: Perfect & FUN Coastal Retreat- Epic Views! WiFi /HotTub /GmRm/Pup?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at WhaleWatch: Perfect & FUN Coastal Retreat- Epic Views! WiFi /HotTub /GmRm/Pup?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at WhaleWatch: Perfect & FUN Coastal Retreat- Epic Views! WiFi /HotTub /GmRm/Pup?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does WhaleWatch: Perfect & FUN Coastal Retreat- Epic Views! WiFi /HotTub /GmRm/Pup have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does WhaleWatch: Perfect & FUN Coastal Retreat- Epic Views! WiFi /HotTub /GmRm/Pup have a spa?
This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.
How close is WhaleWatch: Perfect & FUN Coastal Retreat- Epic Views! WiFi /HotTub /GmRm/Pup to downtown Dillon Beach?
This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Dillon Beach.
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.
9.8/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 97 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 97 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 97 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 97 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Danny C.
Sep 1, 2025
Danny C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Donald N.
Jul 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful dream home. Nicely decorated and furnished- very comfortable. Great Ocean view (when the fog lifted). Unquestionably the best of the 3 homes at Dillon Beach that we have rented, and they have all been good. Confidential to owners from my retired home ec. teacher wife- the can opener is ready to be replaced. But overall thank you for furnishing the house so that it is turn key ready for out of towners to arrive and use without issues!
Donald N.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laura L., Sunnyvale, CA
Jul 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
A true beach house
This house is what you imagine when you think beach house. The view is everything. Coffee and cocktails on the deck while looking at the ocean. Perfection. The main areas are open and spacious for family games and room for everyone to sit comfortably. We played ping ping, took walks and went to the beach. The house is very clean and had all the basics we needed. The neighborhood is all hills but that was good to work off the food we ate. Our pup loved it too. So many new smells. The beach is barely a five minute drive. We will definitely be back.
Laura L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marie M.
Jun 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Perfect house for my children and grandchildren, relaxing perfect vacation
Marie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
paula c.
Jun 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice vacation home.
Our warm welcome was a very nice welcoming, vibe nice music and a fireplace going. The views of the ocean are beautiful. The host responds promptly to your messages. They are very friendly and helpful.
paula c.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Ryan B.
May 11, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Amazing location with some great views of the beach. We didnt mind that the place was kind of funky and rough and the edges but it is disappointing to spend almost 1k/night at a place that wasn't very clean and did not have a decent screen door. The beds are all cheap mattresses on metal frames and were not very comfortable. The masterbedroom has a deck with a sliding door but no screen door; sucked not being able to sleep to the sound of the ocean because the owners removed it. Theres a second window in the master but you cant hear the ocean as well through it. Dust was everywhere upon arrival. Property manager did not provide any prearrival instructions but did answer right away when I called right at check in time. The main living room has a damaged screen door that you have to wrestle with each time you open it. I saw the property advertises to sleep 10 but there is only beds for six with 4 total beds. Hot tub was clean and functional which was a plus. Driveway is steep but you should expect such with being on the hill. This would be a great spot for 10 college aged adults to party in since its already seen alot of wear and tear. Kitchen appears updated but bathrooms flash 80's charm. Location and views are really the best draw here. Love the views but the trash all over the property and poor condition of everything would keep me from staying here again. Definitely not the worst but could use some attention from the owners.
Ryan B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
sophia s.
May 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend Getaway!
Perfect space for our family-very spacious. Kids loved all the games. Only thing that was challenging was the shower in both bathrooms-the knobs spin all the way around, which made it hard to find the hot/cold side. Driveway was tricky as it stated, but overall it was a great house, would definitely recommend.
sophia s.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
stacey p., Carmichael usa
Apr 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip Getaway
Thank you for sharing you house. It is beautiful!!! We enjoyed our stay. The view, hot tub, fireplace was amazing. Loved entering the home with ambiance of the fireplace with the soothing screen saver on the TV. Much needed relaxing weekend away. I have no complaints and would definitely rent Whale Watch house again and again and again......I can't say enough. I've rented other houses in Bodega and by far this one was my favorite. The walk to the beach was definitely not for the faint. There are some pretty steep hills, it is a workout. The kitchen had everything we needed.
stacey p.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
George K.
Apr 23, 2025
George K.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joe S.
Apr 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking Views
Plenty of room for a family get together.
Joe S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Noell A.
Feb 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
50th Birthday Party
Stayed with family and friendsThis house was so nice and so perfect The hot tub rockedWatching the sunset while sitting in the hot tub w as the best Thank you for the amazing timeWe would rent this place again for sure
Noell A.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Joyce T.
Jan 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Matt’s Celebration
The house is nice. Lots of room. Play room in garage with ping pong, foosball, darts. Fun. Big family room downstairs. Kitchen was good. Living room was roomy. Some things to mention. VERY steep driveway and I mean very steep. Living room screen on sliding door was wonky. Gas fireplace did not work. There were ants in the house and the neighborhood was not very good for walking. Too hilly.
Joyce T.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
4/10 Poor
Susan E.
Dec 28, 2024
Susan E.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
angela l.
Dec 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
The house had amazing views, comfortable beds, and everything we needed. The host was very accommodating and quick to respond. We had the best time in Dillon Beach.
angela l.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
taufa l.
Nov 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Best Place Ever
This place was perfect for our family including grandparents parents siblings and nephew. Views were incredible from every room. Great location to the beach by foot for the adventurous travelers and car. Can’t wait for another opportunity to visit again.
taufa l.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristen C.
Nov 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location
Location was beautiful. The home was clean and provided everything we needed. Unfortunately the fireplace wasnt working but the PM did respond and do their best to get it on. Other than that everything was great!
Kristen C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shannon B., West Sacramento
Oct 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely views and dog friendly
Very nice property with amazing views! The home was clean and had everything we needed.
Shannon B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mariza L. Z., Berkeley, CA
Oct 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic views and well equipped!
The house has the most incredible views and the game room and hot tubs were wonderful, clean, and in good working order. We came up with family and friends and are big on cooking feasts. We pack a lot of our necessities but the kitchen was well equipped. To address previous reviews, there is a coffee maker but no coffee and we didn't see any multipurpose cleaner so thankfully we brought our own. The doors and windows didn't function well but they still locked and opened when we needed it. The host was communicative and gave us info when there was a power outage. Would stay again!
Mariza L. Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
John C.
Aug 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun family stay
The house is great for groups going to the beach. It could use some minor repairs (blinds in the rooms are missing, one toilet is a little loose, dining chairs need to be fixed).
John C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael G.
Aug 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very good
Very good
Michael G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lauren H.
Jun 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday weekend
It was perfect
Lauren H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jessie T.
Apr 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Whale Watch Beachhouse. The house was clean, well stocked and comfortable and the view was spectacular!
Jessie T.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Ilana S.
Apr 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great
It was a wonderful stay
Ilana S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jason R.
Feb 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Things we wish we knew
Would have liked a bottle of purpose cleaner to speed up cleaning in kitchen,
knowing we needed to bring dishwasher soap. Knowing we needed to bring detergent for the washing machine. We were provided two units for each machine which was not enough. We left dirty dishes in the machine and we do not do that.
Heating each room was a thing. The main room wasn’t an issue but we froze our butts off in the bedroom. Didn’t know we had to turn on the heater by hand. The post they provided inside when we arrived didn’t mention this.
Saturday was very stormy and caused interior leaking in the dinning room under the heater unit - something to check
Didn’t see a scraper for the grill. So we grilled on a dirty grill
Master bed needs to be updated, this bed is noisy and uncomfortable please please update this
Couch was amazing
View is amazing
Jason R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jill D.
Jan 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Our annual family gathering.
When we walked into the Whale Watch the 1st thing we noticed was the gorgeous view. The living room, dining room & kitchen open concept was our favorite part of this house. We had a great time celebrating the New Year.
Jill D.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
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