Arch Cape is the quiet stretch of the north Oregon coast, a small wooded community tucked between Cannon Beach and Manzanita where the pace slows and the beach rarely feels crowded. The Grey Piper sits right in the heart of it, a single-level mid-century home with the sand just a short walk from the door and an outdoor shower waiting to rinse off the beach when you get back.
Inside, the craftsmanship does the talking. Custom woodwork runs throughout, from the exposed beam ceilings to the warm paneling, and picture windows pull in ocean views and natural light from morning to evening. The open layout moves easily between the living area, anchored by a wood-burning fireplace, and a dining table with room for 8. The full kitchen has everything needed to cook a proper dinner after a day of tidepooling, and a washer and dryer make longer stays simple.
Four bedrooms give everyone space to spread out. Two hold king beds, a third has a queen, and the fourth is a bunk room with four twin beds that kids tend to claim on sight. Two full bathrooms and a half bath keep mornings moving.
The ocean-facing deck is where most days end. Settle into the lounge chairs around the fire pit, fire up the BBQ, or linger over dinner outside while the sun drops into the Pacific. On this part of the coast, the sunsets earn their reputation.
When you're ready to explore, Hug Point State Recreation Site is about a mile up the road, with its sea caves, tide pools, and beach waterfall. Oswald West State Park and the surf at Short Sand Beach are roughly 3 miles south, Haystack Rock and the galleries and restaurants of Cannon Beach are a 10-minute drive north, and Manzanita's laid-back main street is about 15 minutes down Highway 101.
AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more.
Ancient forests meet the sea along the Oregon Coast. It’s a nature lover’s paradise, with hiking, kayaking, and mountain biking during the day and foggy nights spent bundled up in a blanket under the stars. Outdoor activities abound, with everything from relaxing on the beach to fishing for sturgeon and salmon. Explore towns that line the coast—you won’t want to miss the craft beer that the area is famous for. Cheers!
Local Attractions: Nehalem Bay State Park, Oswald West State Park, Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad, Cannon Beach, Ecola State Park, Haystack Rock in Cannon Beach. 5 miles to the Cannon Beach area with unique shops and galleries. Explore restaurants throughout Manzanita including Big Wave Cafe, Yolk, Neah-Kah-Nie Bistro, San Dune Pub, and Marzano's Pizza Pie.
Home Truths:
- This home allows for up to 2 pets for a fee. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
Parking Details:
- Enjoy on-site parking for up to 4 vehicles. Please note that RV parking is not permitted on-site or in the surrounding neighborhood.
This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.
As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.
Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.
There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.
As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.
IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit.
We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.
STR Permit: 20240044