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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1 & @

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Sandy Dog is just a short distance to the beach .

A long time favorite, the Sandy Dog, is back as a rental.
Located at the top of Bumblebee path, it's a 3 minute walk to the beach.
The Sandy Dog has a large, open floor plan and great views of the ocean and Pt. Reyes. You can watch the sunset over the ocean while sipping a glass of wine, read a book in the window seat listening to the crashing waves, or soak in the hot tub with a view of the beach.
This home is so lovely and comfortable that you will not want to leave.
The main floor includes a large living room, with ample space for a group, a dining room, sunroom, and open kitchen with panoramic views of the ocean. Downstairs are two large bedrooms and a large beautifully updated bath. The owners love dogs and welcome yours to the Sandy Dog.
There is a nice size fenced yard and even a cookie jar with doggie treats.
Kids will enjoy the boogie boards, skim boards, wet suits, sand toys, puzzles and board games.
Your entire group will love the Sandy Dog!

STR Permit Number: P5172
Number of parkings spaces: 2 parking spaces alongside house

**We do not allow boats, RV'S, campers to park alongside this cottage
**Please note that the living room photo showing the ocean view has been digitally edited. Telephone poles and lines that are present in the village have been removed from this image for aesthetic purposes.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
WELL behaved dogs ONLY
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
IF the house rules are not followed traveler agrees to forfeit their damage / security deposit
HOT TUBS: We cannot guarantee the function of a hot tub.
NO RV'S or CAMPERS are allowed to park in this location

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2749195vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Dillon Beach

Located in Dillon Beach, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary and Cayman Practice Range are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Luther Burbank's Experiment Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Dillon Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Dillon Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Graton Resort and Casino - 41 min drive - 47.8 km
  • Russian River - 45 min drive - 49.1 km
  • Sonoma County Fairgrounds - 46 min drive - 49.7 km
  • Point Reyes National Seashore - 46 min drive - 45.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Valley Ford Cheese & Creamery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bistro - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Nick's Cove - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dinuccis Italian Dinners - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Drakes Sonoma Coast - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandy Dog is just a short distance to the beach . pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandy Dog is just a short distance to the beach .?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandy Dog is just a short distance to the beach . on 13 Aug 2026 start from AU$539, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sandy Dog is just a short distance to the beach .?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sandy Dog is just a short distance to the beach .?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandy Dog is just a short distance to the beach .?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sandy Dog is just a short distance to the beach . located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Dillon Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tomales City Park and Tomales Town Hall. Tomales Regional History Center and Pelican North Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my second stay at Sandy Dog and it was another wonderful visit. The location of the home is great, great views and house was clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Demeris A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, cleanliness, comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an amazing spot. This is our second stay at the Sandy Dog and both times have been perfect. The house is super comfortable and an easy walk to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house so close to the beach. Kitchen was very well equipped! We had a wonderful time for a girls trip and would stay again in the future. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

judianne w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick vacation

We had a wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER J T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property! Easy walk to the beach with wonderful views. Hot tub and sheltered outdoor dining was a bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great place to stay. The wide open plan on the upper floor provides a great view of the beach and ocean, the close walk to the beach eliminates the need to drive and amenities are superb.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the open floor plan and those beautiful ocean views—it really is a special part of the home. We're also glad the easy beach access and amenities helped make your stay comfortable and convenient. We'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The house welcomed us and our Kids who live in Oakland for the second time! We immediately felt the joy and ease of being back. Walks on the beach, sunsets, breathing fresh air all contributed to creating a sense of vacation, even though we were only there for 2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

darcey s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Twas lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2025
Thank you for your 5 star review of Sandy Dog, we sincerely appreciate it. We hope we have the opportunity to host you again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our third time staying in this house and it’s absolutely wonderful. We look forward to our girls trip every year and I’ve already booked it for next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, great location, great memories

Beautiful views of the ocean, quick walk to the beach, dog-friendly, hot tub to relax in, perfect for a family getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2025
Ben Thank you for your thoughtful review of Sandy Dog—we truly appreciate it! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the cottage and its wonderful its location at the beach, We would love the opportunity to host you again in the future! Thank you again for your booking .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home with a short walk to Dillon Beach

We had a short stay with our family of 5 home was nice with great views of the ocean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2025
Jordan Thank you so much for your review of Sandy Dog — we truly appreciate it! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future. Thank you once again for choosing to book with us! Linda
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allyson W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
1st, 2nd, and also the 3rd time was a charm. We love the Sandy Dog. Always checked all of our boxes for location, amenities, and vibe. Can’t wait to go again for the 4th, 5th or 7th time. Thank you for more amazing memories, Sandy Dog!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful ocean view! We did not use the hot tub so are hoping the fee for that of 40 can be credited. The community in & around Dillon Beach was fun. We went crabbing & fishing out of Bodega Bay & had a fish & crab feast one night.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dee Dee F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sandy Dog

Sandy Dog was a wonderful get away for our family. It’s not only a wonderful location, it’s close to the beach, very comfortable, super clean, and had everything needed to make our stay absolutely perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2025
DeeDee Thank you for your 5 star review of Sandy Dog we sincerely appreciate it. We are delighted to find out that you enjoyed your stay in the house and its location at the beach and you had a perfect stay! Thank you again for your booking. Linda
Verified

8/10 Good

Samara V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Amazing weekend stay- loved the house, hot tub and how close it was to the beach. Perfect size for a family of 4.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeff c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

This location is perfect. Walk to the beach in minutes and beat the crowd in the busy parking lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2025
Jeff Thank you for your 5 star review of Sandy Dog we sincerely appreciate it. We are delighted to find out that you found the location perfect for your stay. We hope we have the opportunity to host you again. Linda
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

We really enjoyed our stay. The place was clean and had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

brief getaway

wife and I enjoyed the weekend and the functionality of the property was really good
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2025
Christopher Thank you for taking the time to review Sandy Dog — we sincerely appreciate it. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your weekend at the cottage. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again soon. Linda
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawnette L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect! Picked this house for the location. All the extra amenities were a huge bonus. Extremely family friendly, baby gate, beach toys and wagon made this trip so much easier. Thanks again.The Lear family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great girls weekend

Great clean place. Was great for a girls weekend Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for family!

We had a few families staying at various homes in the same neighborhood. This house was perfect for us. The views of the ocean were amazing, and the remodeling that has been done is beautiful. The property manager was quick to respond to questions we had before our reservation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We truly appreciate your kind words and are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Thank you once again for choosing our property for your getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perfect Beach Getaway!

We loved our stay at The Sandy Dog! The view, sun room, hot tub, outside shower, comfy chairs to gather with an easy walk to the beach all made for a super fun stay. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2024
Cindy Thank you for your review of Sandy Dog, we sincerely appreciate it. We are delighted to find out you enjoyed your stay in the cottage. We look forward to hosting you again !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This house was great for our family. A couple minute walk to the beach and general store. Just a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2022
Dan Thank you for your review we appreciate it. We are delighted to find out that you enjoyed your stay in the cottage and it's location at the beach. Thank you for your booking. John Arguelles
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

The Sandy dog was perfect for our needs. Well stocked, awesome location, and beautiful views from the house. We will choose it again as we come to Dillon Beach annually. This was our first year having a service dog with us and it was a great choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
Pat, Thank you for your kind review of Sandy Dog! We truly appreciate your feedback and are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay in the cottage. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back again soon!

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