My Oregon Coast Backyard Blog

Girls Getaway to Cannon Beach, Oregon 4 Moms with 13 kids between us, and we needed a break. We headed to the beach on a Friday afternoon in May for an overnight at Inn at Haystack Rock in Cannon Beach. Coming from Hillsboro, it took us just over an hour to get there. There are multiple layouts of cottages at the inn, and we chose a two room cottage, #23 with two bedrooms, and a kitchen and living room with a fireplace.  Friday Night Highlights Celebrating a friend's birthday,...

Summer is just around the corner, hopefully you have beach time booked! Food: Check out the >Oil and Vinegar Bar in Cannon Beach (delicious balsamic vinegar and oils from Italy), treat yourself to gelato from Sea Star Gelato in Seaside (so many delicious from-scratch flavors) and find some delicious sea food on the North Coast. Keep in mind that many restaurants have changed their hours, or are only open for to-go orders.  Explore: Ride a swan on the Necanicum river in S...

Do you ever wonder what's off the beaten path in those beautiful evergreen forests on the way to the Oregon Coast? Enjoy a fun outdoor adventure this winter on your way from the Portland area and to Seaside, Cannon Beach, or Astoria.  Here is a mini winter itinerary that will help you appreciate the beauty that Oregon offers: If you're heading from Portland on Highway 26 to the coast, stop by Baker's General Store and Bakery for some morning refreshment and ba...

Steps we are taking to keep us all healthy: New: Mobile Check-in is available, so you can limit any person to person contact and save some time upon arrival Hand Sanitizer is available at the front door and front desk    We have disposable masks for our guests Staff is all wearing masks Extra cleaning in the lobby area all throughout the day & evening Thorough cleaning of all touch point surfaces One person per party at check-in Stay over service is modified: ...

Corona Virus and Travel The corona virus has impacted us in many ways. Many people are cancelling travel plans, or are simply not booking far in advance.  Thankfully we are a short 1.5 drive from Portland, 3.5 drive from Seattle and 6.5 hours from Vancouver, Canada. You can make a last minute plan to come visit us! There are currently no active restrictions on travel in the US, so consider a trip to the North Oregon Coast. Keeping our hotels clean and safe Our cleaning products are all f...

The summer heat is finally here! Come to the northern Oregon coast to escape the heat and check some of these things off your summer bucket list.   Take a look at our hotel websites, book a stay with us and enjoy exploring. Inn at the Prom: beachfront inn, rooms with kitchens, jetted tubs and fireplaces. Outdoor fire pit. Gilbert Inn: Historic, Victorian, boutique inn for guests 18+ with full breakfast. Enjoy our outdoor fire pit. Inn at Haystack Rock: A few blocks from town,...

This beautiful weather has us wanting to get out and about. Here are some local Cannon beach and Seaside events to help you enjoy your next beach trip. As always, find your accommodations here with us. Inn at Haystack Rock is a few minutes from the beach in Cannon Beach (this also includes the former Blue Gull Inn property) and a few blocks from downtown. Inn at the Prom in Seaside, is directly facing the Promenade and the beach and The Gilbert Inn is a historic, Victorian qhotel with full, com...

Hopefully all of the strange late season snow flurries and snow storms are behind us and we can begin to enjoy daffodils, tulips and some sunshine!   Here are some ideas of things to do in Cannon Beach or in Seaside during Spring Break. These are organized by your traveler type or the goal of your vacation.    Take it easy: Sleep in, beach comb, or explore art galleries and tax free shopping. Visit Haystack Rock, enjoy a drive along the coastline, see a movie at the Tim...