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Early Summer Discounts @ Iconic & Fun Ocean house/location, Super Water Views!
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 8 325 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Newport, OR
- Oregon Coast Aquarium7 min walk
- Yaquina Bay Bridge10 min walk
- Nye Beach15 min walk
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Bunk Beds
Living Room 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Early Summer Discounts @ Iconic & Fun Ocean house/location, Super Water Views!
Note: for larger house option (Happy Clam Plus) accommodating up to 13 guests go to vrbo.com/914857
The Happy Clam is a stylish comfortable home with walls of windows, including a two-story great room. This makes for wonderful viewing of the water, sky and historic bridge. Inspiring in any kind of weather. The location is ideal:
* sits right on the south jetty of the Yaquina River with great views of Newport bay to the ocean - pelagic birds and seals are regularly in view as are fishing boats cruising by.
* is at the epicenter of a fun neighborhood within walking distance - a serene beach, clam beds, biking, pier for crabbing, marina, Rogue Brewery, marine attractions including the fabulous Aquarium, marine science center, restaurants, shops, glass blowing, bike trails and miles of beach.
* is wonderfully comfortable for a great night's sleep, lounging, and fully equipped for fun activities including games, ping pong, pool table, foosball
* close to fun festivals and events: just several minutes walk to events at the brewery, marina/pier, aquarium, science center or fun bike rides into South Beach State Park and beyond.
4 BEDROOMS TOTAL (including small bunk bedroom)
Normally arrival/departure is 4 pm/11 am. For arrivals and bookings of groups on the same day, the arrival and departure times may change up to 5pm/10am due to housekeeping requirements for this big house.
This listing is for the MAIN HOUSE of the Happy Clam, up to 8 guests. For more space, the entire house is rentable which includes a lovely apartment on the ground floor, please go to vrbo.com/914857 for reservation.
The main part of the house centers on the second and third levels with wonderful views. There we have 3 bedrooms (1-King and 2 Queens) plus a bunk room (small room with bunk beds) and a loft area with a pull-out couch. The bedrooms all have walk-in closets and baths. There are 2HDTVs and plenty of couches and chairs. The master bedroom has a double walk-in closet with enough room for a twin mattress in one side for extra sleeping place.
The dining table seats 8 and the kitchen counter seats 3. The kitchen is stocked with dishes, pans, pots, cutlery, spices, flour, sugar.
Most groups of 7-8 who have rented the house before or more want to rent the entire house, which includes a cheery APARTMENT we open up on the ground floor. The rates are about $100 more per night. In the apartment, there is a bedroom with a queen bed, a bath, a small living room and kitchen plus another HDTV. We do not rent this separately to other groups, but it can be added to the main house. With this, The Happy Clam can handle up to 13 people. It's nice to have this space for those that are bit noisier or need more quiet time -- depending on the group.
The Happy Clam is great for smaller families and is also perfect for expanded family get-togethers, retreats, book and other clubs, reunions, birthday or other special days (including surprises) - or just plain getting away from the routine. There is no bad season to hang at the Happy Clam. It's always relaxing and never boring.
Ring doorbells with video exist outside the house for security purposes.
See Rental Agreement at booking for complete cancellation policy
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The Happy Clam is a stylish comfortable home with walls of windows, including a two-story great room. This makes for wonderful viewing of the water, sky and historic bridge. Inspiring in any kind of weather. The location is ideal:
* sits right on the south jetty of the Yaquina River with great views of Newport bay to the ocean - pelagic birds and seals are regularly in view as are fishing boats cruising by.
* is at the epicenter of a fun neighborhood within walking distance - a serene beach, clam beds, biking, pier for crabbing, marina, Rogue Brewery, marine attractions including the fabulous Aquarium, marine science center, restaurants, shops, glass blowing, bike trails and miles of beach.
* is wonderfully comfortable for a great night's sleep, lounging, and fully equipped for fun activities including games, ping pong, pool table, foosball
* close to fun festivals and events: just several minutes walk to events at the brewery, marina/pier, aquarium, science center or fun bike rides into South Beach State Park and beyond.
4 BEDROOMS TOTAL (including small bunk bedroom)
Normally arrival/departure is 4 pm/11 am. For arrivals and bookings of groups on the same day, the arrival and departure times may change up to 5pm/10am due to housekeeping requirements for this big house.
This listing is for the MAIN HOUSE of the Happy Clam, up to 8 guests. For more space, the entire house is rentable which includes a lovely apartment on the ground floor, please go to vrbo.com/914857 for reservation.
The main part of the house centers on the second and third levels with wonderful views. There we have 3 bedrooms (1-King and 2 Queens) plus a bunk room (small room with bunk beds) and a loft area with a pull-out couch. The bedrooms all have walk-in closets and baths. There are 2HDTVs and plenty of couches and chairs. The master bedroom has a double walk-in closet with enough room for a twin mattress in one side for extra sleeping place.
The dining table seats 8 and the kitchen counter seats 3. The kitchen is stocked with dishes, pans, pots, cutlery, spices, flour, sugar.
Most groups of 7-8 who have rented the house before or more want to rent the entire house, which includes a cheery APARTMENT we open up on the ground floor. The rates are about $100 more per night. In the apartment, there is a bedroom with a queen bed, a bath, a small living room and kitchen plus another HDTV. We do not rent this separately to other groups, but it can be added to the main house. With this, The Happy Clam can handle up to 13 people. It's nice to have this space for those that are bit noisier or need more quiet time -- depending on the group.
The Happy Clam is great for smaller families and is also perfect for expanded family get-togethers, retreats, book and other clubs, reunions, birthday or other special days (including surprises) - or just plain getting away from the routine. There is no bad season to hang at the Happy Clam. It's always relaxing and never boring.
Ring doorbells with video exist outside the house for security purposes.
See Rental Agreement at booking for complete cancellation policy
Keywords: Great Vacation Rental Home,One of the best on the Oregon Coast,Newport,South Beach,Beach,Park, Hiking, Bicycling, Kayaking, Clamming, Happy Clam,Great Views,Beach,Jetty,Bay,Near Aquarium,Hatfield,Rogue Brewery,Seafood and Wine Festival,Pier,Marina,Fishing,Crabbing, Luxury,Beach,Ocean,Executive,Oregon Coast Aquarium,
Property manager
Gary Gamer
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view
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About the area
Newport
Located in Newport, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Yaquina Bay Bridge and Yaquina Bay Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rogue Ales Microbrewery and Agate Beach Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Oregon Coast Aquarium and Hatfield Marine Science Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Newport, OR
What's nearby
- South Beach State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Oregon Coast Aquarium - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
- Yaquina Bay Bridge - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Yaquina Bay Lighthouse - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
- Nye Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Rogue Ales & Spirits Brewer's on the Bay - 6 min walk
- Mo's Seafood & Chowder (The Original Mo's) - 3 min drive
- South Beach Fish Market - 13 min walk
- Clearwater Restaurant - 3 min drive
- Rogue Ales Public House - 3 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
4 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laura H.
27 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Home great for a group
Laura H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chad Z.
14 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views
Chad Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Teresa W.
16 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and spacious.
Teresa W.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Kathleen C.
24 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious and great location!
Kathleen C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
kathleen g.
4 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy Clam June 2023
kathleen g.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Debra C.
12 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view and great location.
Debra C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
John P.
6 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay!
John P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Barbara H., Jefferson
26 June 2013
Happy Clam Kept Us Happy!
Barbara H.
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
15 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House, great location.lots of stairs
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ann R.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ann R.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
rebecca l.
15 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious rental
rebecca l.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dianne M., Yakima
12 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Views
Dianne M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Barbara Z.
16 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family gathering.
Barbara Z.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
deserie l.
6 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, spacious house in a very convenient location. Wonderful views.
deserie l.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer F.
3 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
Jennifer F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Mai N.
18 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
Mai N.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Robert C.
18 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little piece of heaven
Robert C.
10/10 Excellent
Nick / Jamie B.
15 Apr 2019
Burch Stay
Nick / Jamie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
8/10 Good
cheryl b.
26 Nov 2018
Great Views!
cheryl b.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
10/10 Excellent
Matthew R.
17 Oct 2018
Great!
Matthew R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Patrick M.
12 Oct 2018
The Happy Clam is an outstanding vacation destination. The condition of the home was perfect for us.
Patrick M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Carol N., Buhl
14 Aug 2018
Property was well maintained and very comfortable. Loved it!
Carol N.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Tammy M., Irrigon, OR, USA
12 July 2018
Happy (as a) Clam! Phenomenal!!
Tammy M.
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Dena N.
10 June 2018
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About the host
Hosted by Gary Gamer

We've been coming to Newport for many years for vacations and shared a home with many other families near Nye Beach. When we found this home on South Beach we were overjoyed to find such a great house, with wonderful view and in an incredible location.
Why they chose this property
We used to climb down big cliffs to get to the beach. Now we can walk one direction on a flat road along the jetty to the beach or go the other direction to the pier and marinas and aquarium. It's truly a great spot -- always something interesting to look at. The kids love to throw crab pots off the pier or just find treasures on the beach or out in front of the house when the tide is low.
I get a kick out of watching the seals and the birds splashing and diving.
I get a kick out of watching the seals and the birds splashing and diving.
What makes this property unique
The house has lots of windows and light - so even if it's winter, there's usually good light or at least lots of weather to look at. Some of the best weather in Newport can be in January and February. The master is as large as the living room so it's like having two living spaces. There's a big screen TV in the living room and the master bedroom. We sometimes send the kids up to the master and the adults stay in the living area so it's nice to have that separation of space sometimes. Each bedroom has a walk-in closet so the clothes can be hidden from the bedroom and it's more relaxing that way. Also each of the bedrooms has a bathroom attached.
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