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KnotACare~Comfy Costal Family Escape w/ Views! GameRm/Hot Tub/WiFi

Holiday home in Dillon Beach with kitchen and balcony

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Sights and sounds on your deck right off the dining room
Knot-a-Care is on a quiet cul-de-sac and close to the ocean
And a 3 minute drive to the beach
Sometimes you just need a moment to stop and look
Grand dining table for hosting delectable meals

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10168.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Dillon Beach, CA
  • Place, Dillon Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Tomales Bay
  • Place, Doran Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

KnotACare~Comfy Costal Family Escape w/ Views! GameRm/Hot Tub/WiFi

Nov, Dec, Jan & Holidays Booking Fast!

Relax — we’ve got you covered! With over 10 years as Airbnb Superhosts and the most 5-star ratings on VRBO/Homeaway across Sonoma and Marin Counties (Dillon Beach, Bodega Bay & the Russian River Wine Country), we’re here to make your stay seamless and memorable. Need ideas for a perfect day trip, local wineries, restaurants, beaches, or hidden gems? Just ask — we love to share our favorites!
We promise a well-lit, clean, comfortable, and safe home, complete with music and treats to welcome you. Enjoy time with your favorite people, knowing we’re available 24/7 if you need anything during your stay.
- Your Wine Country to Coast Hosts


Knot a Care – Classic Coastal Beach House with Ocean Views

Welcome to Knot a Care, a bright and cheerful beach house where relaxation meets classic coastal charm. This beloved Dillon Beach retreat features open, sunlit living spaces with cozy furnishings, a gas fireplace, and picture windows framing sweeping views of the Pacific. Step onto one of several decks to soak in the sea air—perfect for morning coffee or sunset cocktails.
After a day by the shore, unwind in the hot tub, enjoy a game in the rec room, or curl up by the fire as the waves roll in. Just a minute’s stroll from the beach path, Knot a Care is ideal for families or friends looking to relax, reconnect, and make lasting coastal memories. Loved by guests year after year, this inviting home is truly a Dillon Beach favorite.



HOUSE ESSENTIALS:
4 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | Bonus Sleeping Areas I Sleeps 10
Flat from driveway to Entry Level of home
Up a flight of stairs to Main living area
Fast & reliable WiFi with download speeds of over 100mbps!
1 Minute Walk to Bluff and Beach path!



UPPER LEVEL:
(Second floor) - MAIN LIVING AREAS
Kitchen - Galley style, well appointed & ready for the Chef (s) in your group

Living room - Comfy sectional couch! Beachily decorated, Sliding doors to front deck w/ great Ocean Views - Gas/log Fireplace - New Flat screen, Smart TV, opens to dining area

Dining area - Very large table, perfect for great meals & GAME NIGHTS! Sliding doors open to very large back deck area w/outdoor seating, Gas BBQ, lounge chairs & new glass windbreak!

Bedroom 1 - Large Primary Bedroom - Comfy, tall CA King bed & ocean views w/a sliding glass door onto front deck

Bathroom 1- With tub & shower in hallway area



DOWNSTAIRS IS ENTRY LEVEL:
Family room, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, game room, Hot Tub patio

Family room -Cozy w/ large, new flat screen. It has a full sized fold-out couch & a door that leads to the game room

Bedroom 2 -Large w/ Comfy Queen & Ocean views

Bedroom 3 - Very Comfy King - Sliding door opens into the Hot tub area! Ocean Views

Bedroom 4 - Bunk bed kids room! Double on bottom, twin on top - sleeps 3

Full Bathroom w/ Shower

Entrance to Garage/Gameroom

Entrance to Hot Tub patio area



GAME ROOM /GARAGE:
Ping Pong table
Foosball



OUTDOOR SPACES:
Large back deck providing a great outdoor eating area w/windbreak
Large front deck w/ fabulous ocean views w/ seating
Enclosed Patio w/ hot tub & porthole-style view openings
Gas BBQ
1 min drive or 7 min walk to the Beach



THINGS TO KNOW:
- 4 cars Max day or night w/ No on-street parking
- Max Occupancy: 10 People - Day or Night - NO Drop in guests - NO PARTIES- We are in a Private Community w/ an HOA & Security
- NO Pets
- NO Smoking of ANY substances in the home and due to High Fire Concerns, outdoor smoking is restricted to paved or concrete surfaces
- Please be conscientious w/water usage
- Outside Quiet Hours 9pm-9am


Some local, fun ideas!
Dillon Beach - Play on the soft, white sandy beaches-Search tide pools, surfing/boogie & skimboard, watch sunsets from sand dunes
Tomales Bay & Jenner - Kayaking
Bodega Bay - Charter Fishing & Whale Watching & Ocean fishing
Beautiful coastal towns - cute shops, art galleries
Bodega Bay - Golfing & Horseback Riding
Point Reyes Lighthouse


Our Suggestions for Local Tasty Food/Treats/Drinks!
Occidental - Howards Station
Bodega Bay – Fishetarian, Rocker Oyster Fellas, Spud Point, Terrapin, Tides Wharf
Dillon Beach – Coastal Kitchen
Tomales Oyster Company, Rocker Oyster Fellas, Tomales Bakery
Jenner - Cafe Aquatica, River's End
Duncan's Mill - Cape Fear & Blue Heron

Discounted Monthly Rates!
Early Check-in or Late Check out (If available) for a fee

TOT# 077745
License# 029373

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Close and lock any doors and/or windows you may have opened. Please put the keys back into the lock box before leaving.
Turn off the heat and unplug any heaters and/or fans you may have used.
Please treat our house as if it were your own. The check out procedures are in the house. Please follow the instructions to avoid fees. Thanks! Hope it was a great stay! Stace
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 029373

About the area

Dillon Beach

Located in Dillon Beach, this holiday home 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 wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tomales Bay State Park and Marconi Conference Center State Historic Park. Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Luther Burbank's Experiment Farm are also worth visiting. Windsurfing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Dillon Beach, CA

What's nearby

  • Dillon Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Doran Beach - 22 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Links at Bodega Harbour - 22 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Bodega Harbour - 24 min drive - 30.2 km
  • Bodega Head - 30 min drive - 35.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Nick's Cove - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Valley Ford Cheese & Creamery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dillion Beach Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dinuccis Italian Dinners - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is KnotACare~Comfy Costal Family Escape w/ Views! GameRm/Hot Tub/WiFi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at KnotACare~Comfy Costal Family Escape w/ Views! GameRm/Hot Tub/WiFi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at KnotACare~Comfy Costal Family Escape w/ Views! GameRm/Hot Tub/WiFi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is KnotACare~Comfy Costal Family Escape w/ Views! GameRm/Hot Tub/WiFi located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 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

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 219 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 219 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 219 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 219 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 219 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Patti T.

Another Amazing Girl's Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Thank you Knot-A-Care for our 5th annual girls trip in this beautiful home. The comfort in this home welcomes us everytime we step in. This location is perfect for everything! We shopped, we cooked, we strolled the beach multiple times per day & had a fire on Dillon Beach one night!! Leaving is so hard. Already booked for next year!! Can't wait to come back. See you next year!

8/10 Good

Kelli C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

2025 family vacation

Pics were definitely old…decks needed maintenance… views were great!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura D., San Francisco Bay Area

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

Dillon Beach Getaway

Had a wonderfully relaxing weekend. Kitchen had all we needed to cook with a lovely view. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti T.

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

3 annual trip staying @ Knot-a-Care

This property is the best!! You feel right at home as soon as you walk in. The location is amazing!! Already booked our 2024 trip
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

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

Amazing view

Beautiful property with amazing views. Was an easy, stress free check in. Would definitely recommend! We plan to stay here again, for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

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

Our Happy Place

We loved the house and decor. The beds were super comfortable. Lots of candles when the lights went out and the beach which was close by was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from NA, NOTAVAIL

Amazing getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It's was the perfect location and home for a family retreat.
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8/10 Good

Lori L.

Great stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Well stocked kitchen. Nice for a gals getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

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

Mom’s memorial

We had a very nice time visiting with family and sharing memories of Mom. The hot tub relieved some stress. The family enjoyed exploring the beach and other areas around the shoreline. We saw jackrabbits and wild turkeys and deer. Thanks for a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin O.

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

MEMORIES

KnotACare was very comfortable with a nice view. We were pleased with the well equiped kitchen. My husband loved there were both soft and firm pillows to choose from. The kids loved they could walk down to the beach off the bluff, and grandma loved we were close enough to drive! Many memories at Dillon Beach for multiple generations of our family continues!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda W.

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

Exceeded Expectations

This is a great property. Beautiful view from living room window. Short walk to the beach. Lots of places to discover nearby: Bodega Bay, Pt. Reyes National Seashore, etc. Beds were comfy, TV/streaming manageable, & nice hot tub. But, the BEST thing about the property was the kitchen. We were so pleased to find: spices, cooking oil, storage bags & all the cooking utensils we needed. All my friends were very impressed & hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lena H.

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

Lovely Beach House

The house was lovely; clean, fresh, lots of natural light through large windows with views of the ocean and nice nautical decor, with comfortable furnishings and beds. The range in ages for our group went from 52 to 83. So, for some, the stairs to the main level were a bit of a challenge. However, they all managed and want to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Marianne W.

Knot A Care

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Dillon Beach has been our family happy place for years. With all of the changes that have taken place there it was great to find a house big enough for us within walking distance to the beach. The house is comfortable and well maintained. We so enjoyed our family time. The property management folks were great.

6/10 Okay

Rita B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

A calm respite from hectic times.

The home fit our needs: quiet relaxation and a gathering spot to hang out. It is a very short walk to the beach, but be aware that it is a climb over rocks. The house had a wonderful large table we could all eat around. The kitchen is small but very workable. The place is light and airy with great windows and plenty of space. The back deck is huge and has plexiglass to shelter you from the wind. Unfortunately, all of the outdoor chairs seemed to be broken (cracked so unsafe to use).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

Beautiful, clean, comfortable home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time here and will definitely come back! The house is even nicer and more spacious than the pictures suggest. Rooms had plenty of linens and pillows, kitchen was clean and fully stocked. The location is superb, just a short walk down to the beach or to the Dillon General Store. We were a group of three families with small children and there was more than enough space. One recommendation if you have really small kids is to bring a baby gate, as the stairs separating the living area from the bedrooms are quite steep.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

janece d.

Family weekend

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We rented the house for our family and friends to celebrate our sons graduation. The house was very well stocked and very comfortable. We did have grandparents with us so who were unable to walk to the beach but the rest of the family loved it. The rental company was very easy to work with the battery in the smoke alarm was chirping and called they were right there to fix it on a Friday night. My kids are already asking when can we go again !Thank you again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth O.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Knot-A-Care until you return to your rental and find someone breaking into the rental.

It's a great house. Spacious. Great views. Steep access to beach. The beach is not accessible from the house if you have mobility or ambulatory issues. You will need to drive to the public beach access. Short, hilly walk to the little neighborhood restaurant. Quiet neighborhood. Our biggest issue was that we came home from a day of exploring to find a maintenance worker in the house without our knowledge. Not only were we not informed by the property management company that maintenance was necessary but the person broke into the window because they didn't have a key. When I asked further, they told me it was because we took the key from the lockbox and locked the door so they had no way of entering the property. We called and emailed with the property management company several times to better understand why a person employed with the property didn't have a key to enter the property. We received a 3% refund for our troubles. I still feel very dismissed about our safety concerns and their protocols for when it's necessary to inform the renters that some one will be entering the property. They did respond quickly and politely but they were clear that their policy is to allow people to enter the actual house without informing the people currently renting the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

Great Family Beach House

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The feel of the beach house could be described as really "family comfortable". The layout is such that we never felt really tight or pressed for space, even with 9 people, there's a lot to love about the place. We cooked daily and 4 nights and the kitchen met our needs. Even though it's an older kitchen, they have it really well stocked with most all of the appliances you would need. One thing that was an inconvenience was that you could only plug in 1 device into a kitchen outlet (i.e. microwave or toaster, coffee maker, etc.) otherwise it will trip the circuit breaker. (workaround - we wound up making coffee in the bedroom) This may or may not be an easy fix to address on the electrical service panel.The beds and bedrooms were all considered comfortable. The bathrooms were clean and well stocked with towels, as well as spa towels.We had an issue with one of the tall white deck chairs, as someone had tried to make a repair, but when my wife went to sit up into it, the whole thing collapsed. She weighs all of 110 lbs. and fortunately bailed before it folded. The chair should be tossed to avoid serious injury. It would be nice to have a hand held battery blower available to keep the decks tidy.We loved the location to the beach, with easy trails, which made it a breeze to head out for walks or a run. You can literally be at the beach in about 5-10 minutes. The views are pretty sweet from each of the decks as well.All in all, it's an older beach home, but really charming and comfortable in it's design, layout, amenities, and proximity to the beach. We would stay here again!
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

Great place for a girls getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a couple problems that were addressed immediately. Dennis the handyman was efficient, professional and friendly. We were there during a rainy period and had a leak downstairs, which was inconvenient but manageable. Property management was quick to respond, which was a great comfort. All in all it was a great place to spend a long weekend with friends. Neat and clean and comfortable. Very short walk to the beach. The kitchen had everything we needed. We were confused by check out requirement of not only running dishwasher the morning we were leaving but to empty it as well. That made checkout day hectic. We will definitely book again!

8/10 Good

Christopher W.

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

Views of My Happy Place

This property’s location is ideal. It sits half a block from a dramatic ocean front path. Also, very walkable to the Dillon Beach store and coffee shop. All of the bedrooms, living room, dining room as well as the front and rear deck feature tranquil ocean views. Normally when I cook the many meals for my family I’m looking at walls and appliances with a window behind me. Here, I stared at the ocean as I prepped, cooked, sipped. Happy place! The fire place was perfect as it started to rain. Upon check in, there was an issue with ants on the lower level. In particular, along the window and sliding door lines as well as in the lower bathroom. My wife called management’s office to notify, and left a message. We never received a call back but it could have been because we were going into a weekend. We got over it quickly. Views. One of the bigger issue for us was that the doors just off the dining room do not lock. (I figured mgmt would site “user error” for the lock malfunction. So I took several videos of us following detailed and the lock still failing.) The same doors lead to the rear deck, and have a stairway with access to that deck from the street level. This caused a safety and security issue for me. My two year old could/did open these doors at will and roamed out onto the balcony. We were on constant watch so that she didn’t tumble down the stairs. Safety and security for my wife, 2 & 4 year old girls was on the forefront of my mind.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Good stay overall… many outlets in the house didn’t work or sparked if we tried to plug stuff in. The walk to beach was tough for our older family members with physical ailments so we ended up driving them down to the public area at Lawson’s landing, which cost 15 per car to park for the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike Amiee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable! Stocked kitchen. Views the of the ocean from most rooms in the house and beach access just down the street. Our family of 6 had ample room to hang out together in the living and dining room. Management very responsive when we had questions or any needs. Great beach just a 5 minute drive from the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location with ocean views from various parts of the house. Well stocked kitchen, large space for relaxing and dining. Recommend better maintenance however. Mildew in bathrooms and dirty sofas should be addressed. Otherwise great place. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lena H.

My Family Loves It

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Once a year, family from out of state look forward to getting together at Dillon Beach. This beach house is our go to rental. Beautiful views of the ocean from not only the outdoor decks but also from almost every window in the house. Everyone can't wait to go back next year.

10/10 Excellent

Shirley C.

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

Easter weekend

Our family gets together every year to celebrate Easter out at Dillon Beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

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