1303 Beach Retreat

My family and I recently rented at 1303 Beach Retreat and also The Bungalows. We have been renting different properties from them for years. These two places were super clean and stocked. Easy walk to the beach and restaurants/coffee shops/grocery stores. I was super impressed with how attentive the management team at Bloomer Estates was. They made it easy through text messaging but also were always available for phone calls. We left a couple of things behind and they helped us to get them back. Highly recommend working with Bloomer Estates!

Family Outing! Really fun and set up well for the group.

Enough beds and Bathrooms to accommodate the 7 of us and more if we wanted. House was very well stocked with everything you could need, clean, and well organized and labeled. Lots to do in the house itself from ping pong, pool, video games, bored games, volley ball, along with the hot tub and fire pit. This place was such a dream. My family loved it so much we already are planning to return in the future and hopefully for longer next time. Thank you for everything.

Our family and extended family gets together 1 to 2 times a year and this year we chose here. The accommodations were better than we expected and the house was completely stocked with everything we needed and things that we didn’t even realize that we needed. Great communication and such a beautiful location. I recommend this location to anyone and everyone. We will definitely be back !!!!!!!

Lots of bedrooms and bathrooms for our large family group which included my husband and I, our mothers and our three adult boys and the wife of one of those boys. It rained the whole weekend so we didn't have a chance to enjoy the outside amenities, but there were a lot of comfortable areas to congregate. The beds were comfortable as well as the furniture. We didn't use the kitchen a lot, but it was well equipped (though there weren't many small spoons) and the dining room table was large enough for our whole group for meals and games. We did brave the beach for a few walks and it was a very easy walk. Overall, we had a great time and wished it was longer.

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Such a great place to rent. Puppies and kids had the best time, it was particularly great for us adults because of the kitchen and eating area amenities!

Such a great place to rent. Puppies and kids had the best time, it was particularly great for us adults because of the kitchen and eating area amenities!

Second time we stayed. Allowed dogs and nice fenced yard. Well stocked house with everything we needed.

Great location near the water and close to lots of activities without the crowds great place for your dogs too.

Outstanding customer service and communication. House was fabulously outfitted with supplies. Would highly recommend this company and house.

Outstanding customer service and communication. House was fabulously outfitted with supplies. Would highly recommend this company and house.

We had 7 adults, 2 teens, 3 dogs & a toddler & everyone had what they needed. Plenty of space & the best appointed kitchen I have ever rented! The dining room accommodated our entire group with a high chair for the little one we could easily eat together around 1 table. Very kid/dog friendly. The beach is an easy stroll from the house and Colleen's coffee/pastry/yarn shop is on the way (highly recommend!). Robbie sent many referrals in advance for things to do, where to eat & activities for all ages. The little patio between the houses was our favorite gathering spot. Even though there was someone into the upstairs house upstairs we felt pretty private there. In the afternoon/evening the bigger yard was in full sun & not as comfortable. The flat grill in the patio was a big hit with our son & his wife who are professional chefs. The well-stocked kitchen & grill provided most of our meals. Would love to stay there again soon!

This house was perfect for our large family vacation. The two separate houses made it easy to “get away” from the kids and it felt nice and relaxing. The kids had a blast since the beach was such a short walk from the house. Would definitely recommend for larger parties wanting an easy and relaxed beach getaway.

Having two houses gave our extended family plenty of room spread out. The teens and younger liked to hang out in the game room with the pool table and the video game machine. All of us gathered in the big house's theater for movie nights. We used the firepit in the yard for roasting hot dogs and smores. The dog loved running around the fenced yard. Our only complaint would be that the yard and the kid toys in the yard have run down since we were there two years ago. The swing set, tunnel and playhouse all need renovation, and the sand boxes, gardens and patio need to be weeded. Even so, this is our favorite place to stay in Ocean Park/Long Beach. Not only is there something for everyone to enjoy, but being able to walk to Jack's Country Store, restaurants and the beach makes it the perfect location!

Our vacation was so much fun, the space was perfect for 9 adults and 1 toddler. We had a dog free house and a dog friendly house. The houses were well stocked too, will definitely be returning

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at 1303 Beach Retreat! The beds were comfy, the kitchen was well stocked, the large yard was wonderful, the location was great! There were clam guns available to use, which we did. There was plenty of room for the nine of us to spread out or be together. Everyone enjoyed ping pong and pool.

The two house and multiple bathrooms were enjoyed by our five couples. Appreciated having cupboards and drawers well labeled making it easy to find items in the kitchen. Also appreciated the abundance of pots and pans and numerous other kitchen appliances. I was especially glad to find extra blankets in the bedrooms so I could swap out the heavy comforter for something lighter. Instructions and communications with the managers/owners were clear and useful. Beds were comfortable and linens were nice. We would book again.

Wonderful time at coast with family. House was well cared for, well stocked and very clean. Proximity to beach is wonderful. Hope to come back soon and would rent this home again.

A great place in a wonderful location. So much space and so many things to do! The kids loved the pool table, the ping pong table, and the standing video game. The dogs loved the short walk to the beach. And the grown-ups loved the well organized and well stocked kitchen as well as the ability to sneak away for an afternoon nap. Everyone was happy with the place and we are all hoping we'll make it back again.

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The location was perfect! Close to the beach and walking distance to other venues. Lots to do in and out of the house and cottage.

The two houses were great for our group. Just wish we could’ve taken advantage of the outdoor space.

When we walked it, we were very surprised on the house. It had everything we could need. The bed were very comfortable. It had all the dishes you would ever need. There was something for everyone at the house. We totaled 9 people and we still had beds to go.
We left to go to Tillamook and I forgot my purse outside on the table, I called the number and this very nice lady answered the phone. I told her what I did and she told me that she would go and put it in the house. She save our trip.
I would highly recommend this place for your next trip. We will be back.

Kids had a great time!

Beach Retreat was comfortable and suited our party of 12 plus 3 dogs. We appreciated the bedrooms and enough beds to sleep everyone. The dining table was big enough for 10 and there was counter seating for the rest of us. It was nice to have a fireplace. The beach was a block away and easy to walk to. In summer, the outdoor space would have been awesome! We enjoyed our stay very much.

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My family & I have been staying in your wonderful rentals every year for six maybe seven years now. We love your gorgeous houses. Kids & us adults loved the arcade you added! Fun! And thank you so much fo the gate you added to the porch! It was so much easier packing our stuff and I’m keeping the dogs from running off with that nice gate! So pleased! I have only one suggestion at this time. Some kind of shelves or extra counter space to put all our food. Etc. thank you! See ya next year or maybe sooner ...ps so convienient to restaurants & store.

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The kids loved the playground in the backyard.

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Our multigenerational family had a great stay at Bloomer Estate’s 1303 Beach Retreat. The extremely large yard was perfect for the children, as well as our 2 elderly canines. Toys and game equipment met the needs of the very young, as well as their parents. And the kitchen was big enough for festive group cooking. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

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This house was a perfect spot for our large family to enjoy the weekend! We will definitely be back!

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We stayed at the main and guest house at 1303 Bay Ave. The house’s were kid friendly. My little one’s absolutely loved the backyard with all the playground toy’s. We were sad that we ran out of time and did not played beach Volleyball with the family. Loved that the beach is within walking distance from the house’s. I would highly recommend this rental. Our family decided we will be making it our yearly tradition!!

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We celebrated our family Xmas over Memorial Day Weekend this year and this pair of homes held us very well. The grandkids loved the "park" in the back yard as did the young adults. Us older members loved the decks for viewing all of the active fun. The beach is close and the town is close. Location is great! Bonus, the homes were very clean.

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We had a wonderful stay at 1303 Beach Retreat! My parents stayed in the cottage and my husband and I along with our 2 young children stayed in the main house. There was plenty of room and the house is equipped with everything and more we needed for our 4 night stay. The kids loved the outdoor play area, and all the toys inside both homes. We chose to drive to the beach as it was chilly and challenging with kids although the walk is not far. There are shops close by and a wonderful little bakery/ice cream shop next store that was fun to visit. We would stay here again for sure next time we visit Long Beach!

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The managers were EXTREMELY helpful and accommodating when we had to shift our dates because of snow! The backyard and playground kept our kids and dog happy! Just steps from the beach, country store, coffee shop, etc. The house was well equipped and charming. We will definitely be back!

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What great accommodations! Having two houses was fantastic and both houses were well equipped with everything we needed! Having the big yard and being close to the beach made it perfect for the kids! Totally want to stay here again!

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We enjoyed the house, playing pool, the hot tub, plenty of space and beds, close to the beach.

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Loved this house! Size , nice bedrooms, playrooms ,
The kitchen could use some updates, more counters, plastic wrap, foil etc.
kids toys & games were a bit of a mess when we got there. But all in all we loved it!! Thank you! Great location too! Restaurant behind us was yummy!!oops I forgot one critical thing! The Wi-Fi wouldn’t work! And when we called about it you sent somebody and they looked at it and said they come back in a half an hour and then never showed up!

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The rental was clean and tidy. It was great for big families or groups. The kids enjoyed the play structure outside. Close to shops!

Excellant

We had a good time!

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Three generations of our family, aged 3 - 70, plus two old dogs came together at 1303 Beach Retreat for a respite from our COVID isolation. Having a whole property to ourselves meant freedom to relax and play without having to worry about social distancing as in a hotel. Having two houses as part of the same rental meant plenty of room for everyone to come together or to have solitude as the mood struck and there were LOTS of bathrooms. SUCH a blessing! Each house was appointed with everything we might want or need, from comfy beds to coffee makers to jigsaw puzzles to the pool/ping pong table. The yard had just undergone a major renovation, including fencing, a play structure, volleyball area, horseshoes, and a fire pit for evening hot dog and smore roasts. The dogs loved the freedom of being able to stroll around the fenced yard with us without leashes. There are very few vacation rentals with fully fenced yards, so this is a big plus!

While we were there, the owner stopped by to check on the fencing and shared fascinating details about the history of the house. He took great care to preserve the unique features from 1915 while bringing the support systems into the modern age. His pride in the house was evident, and shown throughout every room.

This property is on Bay Avenue in quiet little Ocean Park, so it's a straight shot and short walk down to the lovely beach. Also within walking distance are restaurants and grocery stores, so there's really no need for cars unless you get the hankering for Long Beach fun, a stroll through the quaint historical dwellings in Oysterville (which I highly recommend) or a trip to the Cranberry Museum for the best ice cream in the world.

This was our second time staying at 1303 Beach Retreat, and it won't be our last. Can't imagine staying anywhere else in the area! LOVE IT! (We wish we could buy it)

We stayed with our multigenerational family of ten for 4 nights. The location made it just as easy to walk to the store as the beach. The dual kitchens and two buildings helped when we had different ideas of bedtimes. It is more exposed than other rentals, but we enjoyed the fire pit, volleyball, playground, and hot tub none the less. The massage chair was also a huge hit.

Long weekend with my husband and I, daughter, son, daughter-in-law and grandchild. It was great to be able to step out the door and take an easy walk to the beach. The house/kitchen was very well stocked. I very much appreciated the property working with us to make our reservation request work.

Beautiful beach home about 3 blocks to the beach. Restaurant to one side, coffee shop on the other side and antique shop across the street. Perfect location! Lots of room for large groups. Total of 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. 2 houses for the price is an awesome deal. That also means 2 kitchens, plus a massagechair, hot tub and lots of parking. 2 spacious decks as well. So much to offer. Kitchens were well stocked with about any tool you need! Pet friendly and short walk to beach or town. Comfortable beds and furniture plus 10 TVs total! Kathy worked with us with everything needed, wonderful customer service from her. Best manager ever!

A quaint, vintage house with all the best updates and conveniences you could want. I hate to say how lovely it is, lest it not be available next time for us! The location is unbeatable, being next door to the Rusty Spur. Oh and also handy to the beach and to Jack's General Store. It is set up with families in mind, including small children and dogs.

Great house for small or large group. Stocked well for any time of year. Great location within walking distance to the beach & downtown Ocean Park. Very comfortable for a weeks stay. Highly recommend!

AMAZING!! This is the fourth time we have stayed here. The house is Great. Enough space for all. And best thing is it is so close to the beach.

Nice house in a great location - near the ocean & shops & restaurants. Very well stocked - everything we needed. Customer service was over the top - the best.

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We have been coming to the Bay Ave house for several years and our family absolutely loves this house . The accommodation are amazing, there is absolutely everything you could need. The location to the beach and also to town is so convenient. The beds are comfortable and having multiple bathrooms is great. This is our favorite family vacation spot each year!

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We truly enjoyed the home! A perfect location, perfect size, nicely appointed and very comfortable. Kathleen was easy to work with and provides excellent service. A memorable experience for my entire family. Thank you very much ~

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We had a great time. The house was well appointed and lacked very little. We'll be back.

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Our guests liked the stay very much. Every detail was spelled out clearly and the property was well stocked.

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We found Bloomer last year for our annual beach week and we wouldn't use anyone else. This house was perfect for our group. Cozy, well furnished and a well stocked kitchen. The three bathrooms came in very handy. We loved the house itself and its perfect location to the local cafe, which you must visit, the local general store and the beach. We will back for sure. Bloomers is so easy to work with and accomodating they really can not be beat.

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Love the house. Big enough there are several sitting areas and a lovely kitchen. We cooked many epic meals, relaxed on the hot tub and watched the sunset from the balcony. The beach is a short 5 minute walk.

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This was our second time renting 1303 Bay St, and it did not dissapoint. We love the walkability to the beach, shops and restaurants.The house is fully stocked with everything you could ever need. We were sad to leave.

Great for family vacations

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we had such a great time we appreciate the upgrade you gave us and we will definitely use you guys again such a great experience very happy with all the house had to offer.

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very good - the houses were great. I did however leave 2 tupper ware cups there one yellow one blue maybe I can pick them up next year.

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Everything was wonderful. Great customer service, the house was equipped with most everything one could need, when you got there you felt like you were settling in to your personal vacation home with the way everything was set up. Very comfortable and accommodating! Loved being able to walk to the beach and the stores! It’s in prime location. Will definitely be coming back!

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We had a large group of adults and this property was perfect for us. Having both properties on the site, we had plenty of room to spread out and enjoy ourselves. Comfortable beds, very well-stocked kitchen supplies, and right on the beach. We'd definitely stay here again.

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What a wonderful home to spend a relaxing vacation in. Plenty of room and quite. The owners have thought of everything you might need and each room was decorated perfectly. Location to the beach and stores were just minutes away and Long Beach is only miles down the road so if you want ocean living without the traffic this is the one.

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This house was perfect for 6 adults and 2 kids. There were separate areas where a person could get away if they wished for maybe some quiet reading time or for watching football. Dining room table for 8 was our favorite room! House is so close to the beach which the kids loved even if it was November. Do your grocery shopping right there 1 block away. Kitchen has everything you need. We would love to come back

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The house was clean and inviting. A very nice remodel had been done some years back that modernized the house nicely. The house was outfitted with everything you you need, absolutely turn-key. The kitchen was fully outfitted for cooking-in if so desired. It was located a very short walk away from the beach, coffee, food, a gallery, a book store and a great Mercantile store.
We would definitely recommend this place and stay here again.

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We absolutely loved our time in this beautiful home that was just a short walk to the beach. The management company were so easy to work with and this home had more than enough room for all of us to spread out and relax. I cannot get over how lovely the furnishings and accommodations were in this home. The beach was so peaceful and surprisingly the least windy beach I have ever been to on the West coast. I highly recommend this property. We had a group of 8 and two doggies and we had the most amazing time. The pizza restaurant right next store was a total bonus! Thank you for everything!

Decided to stay 3 nights 4 days in Long Beach and this was a great house to rent. Lots of space and close to a beach access.

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This is our third stay at a Bloomer rental. All have been great but this was our favorite so far.
Everything we needed, close walk to beach.
Beautiful historic old house that is fully remodeled and updated.
We will be back.
Had a great, informative visit with the owner and his son
Weather couldn't have been better almost everyday.
Sea Beeeze charters in Illawco was awesome for anyone who fishes.

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We had a wonderful stay at this house! It was beautiful and came stocked with everything you could ever need! It was a joy to bring my family to and it was a lovely and memorable trip!

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This is a large and spacious home with anything you could need for your stay. Very close to the beach and the area was quiet and relaxing while we were there in early May. We forgot our baby monitor and they shipped it to us the next day. Great customer service.

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We had a wonderful four night stay! The house is very comfortable and so are the beds! Our group really appreciates the large dining room table where we enjoy dinners together and play cards and games. The kitchen is well equipped with lots of plates, flatware, and big pots and pans! We stayed here while we were clam digging. This house worked very well for our large group!

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We arrived at the property and the door code provided was incorrect, we tried to reach both contacts via the numbers provided. No one contacted us for 1.5 hours. We were ready to find a hotel for the night and then we finally got a call back, There appeared to be some confusing with the booking address?? The contact for the rental company...Chandy was her name I believe gave us the correct code and got us into the house. She was polite and apologized, the rest of our vacation was fantastic. The house and property was wonderful! We will book again soon!

We were 3 couples and 2 Toddlers. The layout worked very well for us. The beach was close enough to walk to numerous times a day. It was nice to be out of the hustle and bustle of Long Beach. Seemed to be a very safe community. We left bikes and toys outside and nothing was bothered. Only complaint was we couldn't find a decent latte. Will definitely rent this house again. Liked the area better than Lincoln City, Oregon where we usually go.

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We had the best time on our family vacation at this location! It was great for easy access to the beach, market in walking distance and the house had everything we needed. There was plenty of room to accommodate my family comfortably and they loved the hot tub! We plan to make this an annual trip!

We rented and shared this lovely close to the beach with two other couples. We each wanted to have our own bathrooms. So 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms was perfect. The kitchen was super. Plenty of room. The house was clean. Nice linens. Many things to do in the area. It was a very enjoyable 4 days. Thank you.

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We shared the house with two other couples and had a wonderful time sharing meals in the spacious, well equipped kitchen, while having enough space for privacy and relaxation. Perfect distance for a walk to the beach and centrally located to all the activities Long Beach has to offer.

We had a wonderful stay in Ocean Park! Our house we rented was very close to the ocean, store, and places to eat-all within walking distance. The house is wonderful, with three nice bedrooms and bathrooms. We love this house, and have stayed here may times, and plan to come more! The management company, or Bloomer, is awesome to work with, and answered my many questions-I found them to be very professional and helpful!

Our family enjoyed some much needed downtime in this roomy, well-equipped rental. The proximity to both beach and town made it easy for all the kids to find something to do - and easy for mom and dad to keep track of them. The water main broke the day we arrived, and Bloomers did a great job keeping us informed and supplied with bottled water until the water district made repairs.

We have stayed at many rental houses before and this one topped them all. The location was great. We could not believe the amount of things that were in the house for our use from kitchen to games and books. We loved so much we are thinking of making it an annual trip. We were to families staying with 3 little kids all 6 and under.

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It was a great place to stay with some friends that also enjoy getting away from daily routine for a few days

3 adult couples shared this house over Christmas. We had a wonderful stay...spent time at the near-by beach, prepared big meals in the well-stocked kitchen, shopped at the local markets and art venues, explored and hiked the Long Beach Peninsula, played shuffleboard at Doc's pub, soaked in the hot tub. One of our favorite vacation rentals.

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