... ve found lots of ATV rentals, but don't see anyone that rents buggies except spinreel farther south. Barring the DIY approach, is there a company you would recommend for a sandrail tour? I'm not crazy about large group tours, but I'm not looking for a wild and ... more

... There are two dune buggy rental places just ... ... equipment and experiences. The boat rentals on Cleawox Lake at Honeyman State Park are only available from Memorial Day to Labor Day. You can, however, rent kayaks/canoes from Central Coast Water Sports in Florence and paddle wonderful Cleawox Lake. Smelt Sands ... more

... be crowded this time of year, so would suggest a tour, rather than rental. You may be the only ones there! Definitely stop in and see Heceta Head lighthouse, and stop at one of the many SP's along the road. Now, you do realize it may be raining here ... more

Hope I'm not to late to weigh in, I stayed at the Whales Watch vacation rental on Heceta Beach and it's dog friendly. A little more expensive than what I'd call "affordable" but it's directly on the beach. See it at www.whaleswatch.com Pug ... more

... of websites for OR coast vacation rentals. But can anyone help me narrow it down, and recommend any websites for finding a place to stay somewhere between Bandon and Newport areas? Ideally, something on the beach, that allows dogs, and that has hiking, swimming, beachcombing opportunities. Thanks in advance for ... more

... you prefer to rent a vacation house, or stay in a motel? It may be a little more difficult to find a dog-friendly place, but they certainly do exist. If you want a rental house, I'm guessing a four bedroom? The water off the Oregon coast is nearly ... more

... so looked for dog friendly vacation rentals. Found a house on Heceta beach, minutes from the relatives that takes pets. Check out Whale watch rentals. They have several pet friendly vacation rentals. We have not stayed with them before, so I'm only going by the internet descriptions, but so ... more

... GREAT beach. All rooms are condo's so they are fairly large. They also have a good restaurant on site. Otherwise, Florence is really lacking in motels. There is a Holiday Inn Express on hwy 101 as well as a sprinkling of other small facilities. None are anthying to write ... more