Sue's Dream, located across from beautiful Heceta Beach in Florence, offers a family-friendly haven with ocean views and endless beach activities. From whale watching to bonfires and kite flying, the long beach is literally steps away. Unwind on the spacious double deck with wind enclosure or enjoy meals in the dining room while taking in the serene views of Historic Heceta Light House.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81700 sq ft
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Sue's Dream with Beautiful Ocean Views
Sue's Dream is located across from beautiful Heceta Beach in Florence. Great views from windows and off deck and patio. Literally steps from a smooth entrance to a long beach. The ocean is a few yards away. Beach walking, sand play, picnics, bonfires, kite flying, whale watching and much more. Views of Historic Heceta Light House one direction, and walk right onto the South Jetty with views of the sand dunes the other direction.
Wonderful family home, great for fun or relaxation. House has been recently updated! Spacious family room down stairs with two over-sized couches,over-sized chair. Ocean views and family entertainment. Relax on the double deck with wind enclosure. Wonderful for a meal or drink while watching the sunset and serenity of the ocean. Enjoy meals with a view from the dining room and kitchen.
Great house to watch whales, waves, boats, people, weather and breathtaking sunsets. The deck is a great place to enjoy meals, games, family, and relax. Nice quiet neighborhood, respectful and responsible neighbors. Very friendly neighborhood, dining across the road at DriftWood Shores. Jerry's local tavern is a favorite in this area, very friendly folks. Queen and Full downstairs and bathroom, and two queens and bathroom upstairs. T.V. and DVD player upstairs and downstairs. NO PROPERTY MANAGEMENT FEES Located 10 minutes from shopping, laundry, food, entertainment, sand dunes, dune buggies, Old Town and much more.
Keywords: 3 Queen beds, 1 full Bed, Roomy, Ocean Views, Seconds from Beach, 2 Bath, Internet, Satellite, Large Deck, BBQ, Flat Screen, DVD, VHS, Stereo, Relaxing, Sleeps 8+, DVD Library, VHS Library, Parking, Dishwasher, Large Spaces, Games, TVs, Microwave. Long beach,Shopping,dining and ATV Sand Dune area nearby.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules
The maximum number of guests is 8, including chil
This is not a party house, or a gathering house fo
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: any age
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Florence, this holiday home is near the beach. Historic Old Town Florence and Suislaw River Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sandpines Golf Course and Ocean Dunes Golf Links. Travelling with kids? Consider Sandland Adventures, or check out an event or a game at Sand Master Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and rock climbing. Visit our Florence travel guide
Is Sue's Dream with Beautiful Ocean Views pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Sue's Dream with Beautiful Ocean Views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sue's Dream with Beautiful Ocean Views?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sue's Dream with Beautiful Ocean Views?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sue's Dream with Beautiful Ocean Views located?
This family-friendly Florence holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Heceta Beach, Sand Master Park and North Jetty Beach. Darlingtonia State Natural Site and Exploding Whale Memorial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Sue's Dream with Beautiful Ocean Views Reviews
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Wonderful
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Spacious comfortable home that worked well for 4 adults, but would sleep more. Enjoyed the views and closeness to the beach. Kitchen was well appointed, beds comfortable, and living areas were great for visiting.
Had a great stay at Sue’s Dream. Loved the upper & lower living areas. Room for togetherness & privacy. Nicely updated with comfy furniture. Great views from the deck & entrance to the beach is right across the street. Will definitely rent here again!
6 adults and an infant. Visiting family in the area. The property was a nice lay out, the couple of issues we encountered were handled quickly and did not negatively impact our stay. Property owner was prompt and kind in all of the communications. Beach is just across the street. Was nice having the large up and downstairs sitting spaces. Would definitely stay here again.
House was very clean, location was perfect and easy to find. We enjoyed our visit very much. The property owner was very nervous about making sure we understood the rules and we had issues with getting into the house as the door lock was sticking. Once in everything was perfect. House was equipped with everything we needed!
This property was one of the best vacation rentals I've ever seen. It had everything we needed. Plenty of bedrooms, comfortable living rooms upstairs and downstairs. Great deck we were able to watch the sunset every night. Sue was one of the best host I've ever had the pleasure of dealing with. She answered every question in a more then timely manner and made sure we had everything we needed. The house is a half a block from the beach and the resort next door has a nice little coffee shop with beautiful ocean views. I would stay here again with no problem.
Mike F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Patricia B.
23 Aug 2023
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
So disappointing!
This stay was for my brothers memorial. We wanted our family to meet at the VRBO and go to the beach for the memorial. I asked the host if this was ok since she had a no gathering rule. She said it was ok. The day of, our family met at the house for less than 10 min before going to the beach. After the memorial, we got a text from the host accusing us of having a large gathering that she was not okay with. We pulled up prior messages to ensure we did in fact clear this with her. When we spoke to the host on the phone, we were made to feel we were being constantly being watched, even inside the house. This was disturbing and added stress to a very emotional day that we had been planning for months to honor our late brother.
There was no hand soap in the bathrooms. We told the host and she said soap wasn’t included. The rule that towels needed to be washed AND DRIED prior to departure was absurd. We had to go buy hand soap and also bought towels so we didn’t worry about the towel rule.
After reading the rules we felt uncomfortable eating or cooking in the house. We took our food to my sisters VRBO to cook and eat because their hosts were more accommodating. I paid almost $1000 more for an ocean view that we didn’t even get to enjoy.
The house was not clean. We had ants in every room.
I am so disappointed in the cleanliness of the house, the feeling of being consistently watched, and how it put a negative light on what was supposed to be a beautiful and special day.
We enjoyed our stay! Great location close to the beach. The beds were very comfortable and there was plenty of room for our family. The host was very friendly and had great communication.
The location and setting is perfect for a great stay by the ocean! The house was set up so nicely and there was no shortage of fun to be had. We wish we would have had more time to cook and play some of the numerous games that were there for our fun! Sunsets were beautiful and we were visited by a sweet doe just outside the patio while enjoying our morning coffee. Definitely recommend this house for a comfortable and fun stay!
Overall was pleased with place. Didn’t have shampoo and soap like most places for showers but store was close
Downstairs toilet was dirty on the bottom part of the outside area
Pros: awesome location! Walking distance to the beach, and we enjoyed the ocean views while sitting on the deck. The house was clean, had a fully stocked kitchen, and very comfortably furnished. Plenty of space for 8 people to relax. Our boys very much enjoyed the foosball table downstairs and for the most part we all had a pretty good stay in this house.
cons: first, the key entry was pretty difficult and we had a hard time getting it out of the lock, but eventually got it so not too big a deal. Keyless entry would be fantastic though. Second, all the “clean” and folded towels in the linen closet upstairs had globs of black hair on them. Kind of gives an uneasy feeling when showering. Lastly, while we always expect some cleanup when staying in vrbo’s, (starting dishwasher, linens/towels in wash, and general pickup of our time there) the expectation of dishes having to be put away before leaving and all the towels washed AND dried before leaving was really an added stress. With 8 people showering in the AM and an 11:00 checkout time (we actually had to be out even earlier due to our boys tournament schedule for that day) there was very little time to get the dishwasher ran completely to put away dishes and for a full wash cycle of towels and into the drier. It definitely made the end of our stay not so enjoyable especially when you pay a non refundable cleaning deposit.
All in all, it’s a nice place to stay if you have the time for extra cleaning. Great location!
Chelsea S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Ellen T.
1 Jul 2018
CLose to Ocean
The best thing about this house is how close you are the ocean. Just a quick walk across the street and you are on a short path. I would guess about a one minute walk.
The house is not fancy, but the couches and the mattresses are comfortable. It's basic and I respect that. There were two TVs which we didn't need, but would be nice if we had the kids along. It would be a hard house for someone with difficulty with stairs- they were pretty steep.
The kitchen is pretty well stocked, but it wasn't super clean. We had to clean a lot of the stuff before we used it. I mentioned this to Sue so hopefully things will get better there, but I wanted to mention it here in case you are someone who Needs a super clean kitchen.
The bathrooms were put together with items that look second hand, but did not have the cleanliness issues the kitchen did. They looked really clean and the towels were all white and didn't have stains or anything.
We loved the location. We went to Fred Meyer every day and picked up what we needed. The neighborhood is very quiet and has traffic but it was all slow. There is a parking space/park across the street by the ocean. We were there in the beginning of June when it wasn't full on summer crowds, so I can't speak to the experience during the true peak season.
Overall, I would recommend this house. I felt it was a good value because of the location.
Sue’s place has everything you need. The updated kitchen has all the things for cooking and baking, great separation of space for large groups, western facing deck for sunny days and it’s right across the street from easy access to a great beach.
Definitely recommended for folks looking for a family/group get away.
I’ve stayed at this house multiple times. This time was the first in 10 years or so. It’s definitely upgraded in that time. Beds were comfy, just wish there was a king bed option. Over half of our traveling party were on the large side and could of used a bigger bed for more comfort. Could use another couch/love seat upstairs. Loved the large dining room table. Was great for our large group and game nights. Having the deck was nice, but seemed a little wobbly. Didn’t spend much time out there. Loved that there was streaming options for tv watching. Some weird requests, like no tin foil in the oven. And to take our bottles and cans with us when we left. But overall a good place to stay. I would stay again.
Good times on the beach.
Sunsets just steps away. We all enjoyed this home very much. It could have been a little cleaner upon arrival but we did a once over to meet our needs.
Problems: not enough towels! wash towels before you leave? Really? This needs to be done professionally! Also, water heater would not recover.
Good: well stocked kitchen, nice living areas, great views, beach across street!