Title: WhaleWatch~Scenic Coastal Retreat Perfect for Families, WiFi/HotTub/GmRm/Pup Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # WhaleWatch~Scenic Coastal Retreat Perfect for Families, WiFi/HotTub/GmRm/Pup Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony ![Smart TV, fireplace, table football, ping pong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75240000/75230300/75230287/5226618f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/61970ef6-5718-4e98-994b-0e6117471a66-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1280) ![Games room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75240000/75230300/75230287/e1f86495.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75240000/75230300/75230287/e230525e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75240000/75230300/75230287/40fdfef5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched above Dillon Beach, Whale Watch offers a coastal retreat with expansive ocean views from every room. Unwind in the hot tub, lounge on the deck during spectacular sunsets, or enjoy family time in the game room with an ocean view. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101932 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - - - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### WhaleWatch~Scenic Coastal Retreat Perfect for Families, WiFi/HotTub/GmRm/Pup Oct, Nov & Holidays Booking Fast! 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! Ocean Views & Coastal Comfort in Dillon Beach: Welcome to Whale Watch! Welcome to Whale Watch, where comfort meets coastal charm! This stunning home offers breathtaking ocean views from nearly every corner, immersing you in the beauty of Dillon Beach from the moment you arrive. Whether you’re lounging in the living room beside the cozy gas-log fireplace, enjoying family time in the game room, soaking in the hot tub, or relaxing on the decks, the coastal scenery is always front and center. Inside, you’ll find newer furnishings, multiple flat-screen TVs, and an open-concept kitchen, living, and dining area — perfect for cooking, dining, and gathering together. Step outside to the expansive deck, where you can take in spectacular sunsets over the ocean and breathe in the fresh sea air. Just a 3-minute drive to the beach parking lot or a 10-minute walk down the hill to the beach path, Whale Watch offers the perfect blend of relaxation, recreation, and seaside beauty. HOUSE ESSENTIALS: 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 Pup Ok! 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 \-PET POLICY: Dogs only - $120 Dog Fee per Dog For both the safety of your pup and the house, please crate dog if you are not at the house \-10 people max day or night - No Drop-in guests -NO PARTIES Private Community w/ HOA & Security \-4 car max in driveway, day or night, NO street parking Some fun, local ideas! Play on the soft, 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 Horseback riding/Golfing in Bodega Bay Point Reyes Lighthouse Our choices for Local Tasty Food/Treats/Drinks! Bodega Bay – Fishetarian, Rocker Oyster Fellas, Spud Point, Terrapin, Tides Wharf Dillon Beach – Coastal Kitchen Tomales Oyster Company, 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 TOT# 081643 License# 081619 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - 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 - Smoke-free property ### 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 organised tours and activities - Recycling - Unit size: 1,932 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63080000/63072700/63072631/c6726795.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dillon Beach House with Ocean Views 1 Min Walk to Beach Path Dillon Beach - Sea view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.6 Exceptional 48 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=63072631&PinnedHotelID=63072631&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112720000/112715600/112715527/51ff4ff2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Panoramic Ocean Views walk to the Beach Dillon Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=112715527&PinnedHotelID=112715527&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31770000/31766400/31766366/ccddb0b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 365 Days Great Views of Dillon Beach Dillon Beach - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 159 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=31766366&PinnedHotelID=31766366&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18650000/18646800/18646768/4d7946bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 'Wabi Tei' Serenity with Panoramic Ocean View. 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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 allowed Service animals are welcome, and 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 Property Registration Number 081619 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 1301-231825 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.25568%2C-122.96412&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=meQG9B2Gs3z0BayxQwlLFAYU7Po=) Dillon Beach, CA #### What's nearby - Dillon Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Doran Beach - 30 min drive - 18.4 miles - Links at Bodega Harbour - 30 min drive - 18.4 miles - Bodega Harbour - 32 min drive - 19.2 miles - Bodega Head - 38 min drive - 22.5 miles #### Getting around - Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 49 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Nick's Cove & Cottages - ‬16 min drive - ‪Valley Ford Cheese & Creamery - ‬16 min drive - ‪Coastal Kitchen - ‬13 min walk - ‪Dillion Beach Cafe - ‬13 min walk - ‪Drakes Sonoma Coast - ‬25 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is WhaleWatch~Scenic Coastal Retreat Perfect for Families, WiFi/HotTub/GmRm/Pup pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at WhaleWatch~Scenic Coastal Retreat Perfect for Families, WiFi/HotTub/GmRm/Pup? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at WhaleWatch~Scenic Coastal Retreat Perfect for Families, WiFi/HotTub/GmRm/Pup? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is WhaleWatch~Scenic Coastal Retreat Perfect for Families, WiFi/HotTub/GmRm/Pup located? > This family-friendly Dillon Beach holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Dillon Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tomales City Park and Tomales Town Hall. Pelican North Beach and Tomales Regional History Center are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question