Octopus Hideaway features charming octopus-themed decor in a cozy studio apartment that sleeps up to 4 guests (incl. infants), with a queen bed & double-size sleeper sofa with a memory foam mattress. The kitchen is fully equipped with a full-size fridge and stove/oven, microwave, & coffee maker. Full size washer & dryer are inside the apartment. Separate rooms for toilet/sink, & shower. Guests also enjoy discounts at Carrie's cafe, museum, & whale watching trips! Off-street parking for 1 car
The space
Indulge in this cozy studio apartment with an amazing view of Depoe Bay, the World's Smallest Harbor! Ocean themes featuring creative octopus decorations and marine life collections adorn every room and make the Octopus Hideaway a favorite place for anyone looking to enjoy the local attractions and then come back to peace and comfort. The ocean is across the street (Highway 101) and there are many restaurants and shops within easy walking distance.
The full-sized kitchen has stove/oven, fridge, microwave, coffee pot, cooking and dining equipment. Please note: there are 2 steps up to enter the kitchen.
The living room has the sleeping nook with the comfy queen bed, TV with cable, DVD player, view of the harbor, double sized sleeper sofa with memory foam mattress, and dining table.
Down the short hallway is the half-bathroom with toilet and sink on the left, and then straight ahead to the shower and laundry room, with full size washer and dryer. Guests may use the laundry soap while staying in the apartment. A privacy curtain separates the main living areas from the laundry/shower room, where there is a large, two-person sized walk-in shower. Towels are provided for use inside the apartment. Additional blankets and bedding are also located in this area.
Guests are also treated to a 10% off discount at Carrie's Whale Bites cafe (open limited hours and seasonal) ,unlimited museum admission (open limited hours and seasonal), and get two (2) $5-off whale watching coupons for Whale Watching Eco Excursions with Carrie (Must book separately. Please call them directly to make reservations and use your discounts).
Wifi, cable TV, and DVD Player are included.
Minimum occupancy is 4, including infants and children. Please consider Carrie’s Whale Watching Quarters for up to 10 people or Carrie’s Eagles Nest for up to 2 people.
POTENTIAL FOR NOISE:
The harbor is outside the front door so guests may hear occasional boating noises, usually only during the day, but can be early morning. Highway 101 can be noisy at times. There are animals in the harbor and outside that also be noisy at any hour. The Whales Bites Cafe is located directly above the apartment so guests may hear early morning noises when the cafe is open. It is only open limited days and times. ***If you are sensitive to early morning noise, we may not be the right choice for you, or please plan according and bring something to help you sleep soundly. ***
ADDITIONAL FEES:
Depoe Bay City charges a local transient tax of 12% that is NOT collected by Airbnb at the time you place your reservation. By requesting a reservation, you are agreeing to make this additional payment through the Airbnb resolution center prior to your arrival date. A request will be emailed to you from Airbnb with a link to complete this payment. We have chosen this method to help keep costs as low as possible for our guest and only charge you exactly what the city charges for the tax.
Off-street parking for one vehicle is next to the apartment, on the north side of the Whale Bites Cafe. Additional or oversized vehicles will need to use on-street parking.
ABSOLUTELY NO PETS OR ANIMALS ARE ALLOWED. If animals are found on the property, a $350 cleaning fee will be imposed and you will be asked to leave immediately.
NO SMOKING ON THE PROPERTY OR INSIDE RENTAL.
We are unable to accommodate requests for early check-in or late check-outs at this time.
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Guest access
Guests will have private access to the entire apartment.
Other things to note
Guest will be required to pay the Local Depoe Bay Transient Tax of 12% via Airbnb's Resolution Center. This tax is not included in the payments collected by Airbnb and an email will be sent to you to request the additional payment. Payment must be completed prior to check-in date. Guest agree to make this payment by submitting a reservation request.
Guests enjoy a 10% discount off food and drink at the Whale Bites Café, located directly above the apartment. The café is only open limited days and hours. Please see their website for current hours and menu. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy the fresh made breakfast and lunches! Cinnamon rolls are to die for!
Guests also get two $5-off coupons for whale watching with Carrie at Whale Research EcoExcursions. Please call them directly to make reservations and use your discounts.
In addition, guests enjoy unlimited entry to the Whale, Sea Life, and Shark Museum. The museum is only open seasonally and for limited hours.
**There is a potential for early morning noise from the cafe on days it’s open, from Hwy 101 and the harbor, and animals outside. If you are sensitive to sound in the early morning, we might not be the right choice for you, or please bring whatever helps you sleep soundly.
Parking:
There is off-street parking for one (1) vehicle next to the apartment. Additional or oversized vehicles will need to use on-street parking.
