WhaleWatchScenic Coastal Getaway Perfect for Families

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18 Kameha Way

Dillon Beach, California 94929

Ocean View: Yes

Nightly Rates: $348 - 772

 2.5   Sleeps 10

Minimum Stay: 2-7 nights

Pool: No  Sq Ft: 1932

 Pet Friendly: Yes

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Relax — we’ve got you covered! With over 10 years as Airbnb Superhosts, the most 5-Star ratings on /Homeaway and Google's Top Vacation Rental Company 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.
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Whale Watch – Ocean Views & Coastal Comfort in Dillon Beach
Whale Watch is a stunning coastal retreat offering sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean from nearly every room. The open-concept living space features a cozy gas-log fireplace, modern furnishings, a game room, and a hot tub—creating the perfect environment for both relaxation and entertainment. Spacious decks provide ideal spots for morning coffee, sunset cocktails, or simply soaking in the endless ocean vistas.

Just a 15-minute walk or 2-minute drive from the beach, Whale Watch combines comfort, style, and seaside adventure. Whether spending the day exploring the shore, enjoying indoor and outdoor activities, or gathering with friends and family, this Dillon Beach favorite is thoughtfully designed to make every moment memorable. Natural light, beach-inspired décor, and inviting spaces enhance the home’s relaxed coastal charm.

Perfect for families, friends, or couples, Whale Watch remains one of Dillon Beach’s most popular homes, delivering an unforgettable coastal escape. Here, relaxation, connection, and the beauty of the Pacific come together in perfect harmony, creating memories that last long after the waves roll by.


HOUSE ESSENTIALS:
3 Bedrooms + Bonus Spaces / 2.5 Baths / Sleeps 10
Up a flight of stairs from driveway to Entry Level - (main living areas)
Main living spaces are on Entry Level
Open Concept
Fast & Reliable Wifi
Living room & Family room
Pup Ok!


ENTRY LEVEL:
Kitchen - Well appointed - opens to back deck w/ Gas BBQ. Breakfast bar seating

Living room - Very spacious w/ Comfy couches & chairs- Gas Log Fireplace - Large flat screen ( YouTube TV service & streaming capabilities) - Sliding door to Deck & EPIC Ocean Views!

Dining area - w/Ocean Views - Large table for serving up your catch of the GAME NIGHTS!

Bedroom 1 - Primary Bedroom- Comfy King Bed - Sliding door to deck - views of Ocean - Private bathroom/w Tub

Bedroom 2 - Very Spacious w/ a Comfy Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - Two Twin Beds - Sliding doors opening to deck w/ Ocean Views

Bathroom 2- Full bath 2 on this level in hallway area


LOWER LEVEL:
2 comfy Fold-Out Sofas

Large Flat screen (YouTube TV service & streaming)

Game Table & Games

Desk /Work Space

Bathroom 3 - 1/2 Bath

Laundry Washer/Dryer


GAME ROOM/GARAGE
Ping Pong
Foosball
Darts
Ocean views


OUTDOOR SPACES:
HOT TUB w/ Epic Views
2 Upstairs decks spanning the entire front of house
Small patio off kitchen w/Gas BBQ
3 Min drive or 15 to min walk down to the Beach. You can Hear the Ocean from the house


GUEST GUIDELINES:
-10 people max day or night - No Drop-in guests -NO PARTIES Private Community w/ HOA & Security
- The driveway is steep & should only be accessed from one direction to avoid scraping the bottom of your car. Access instructions are provided w/ arrival info. Flat at the top of driveway. *
-Please be conscientious of water usage
-PET POLICY: Dogs only - $120 Dog Fee per Dog- For both the safety of your pup and the house, please crate dog if you are not at the house
- 4 car max in driveway day or night, NO street parking
- NO Smoking of Anything in the house


FUN, LOCAL ACTIVITIES:
Relax on soft sandy beaches, search tide pools, surf/boogieboard/skimboard, watch sunsets from dunes

Kayak in Tomales Bay & Jenner

Golfing at Bodega Bay Links & Northwood in Monte Rio

Ocean fishing, charter fishing & whale watching out of Bodega Bay

Explore coastal towns with shops, art galleries, and bars

Horseback riding in Bodega Bay

Visit Point Reyes Lighthouse

Relax at a World Class Day Spa, Osmosis in Freestone, OR we can have a Massage Therapist come to the house!

Surfing Lessons - Bodega Bay Surf Shop!

Kayaking in Bodega bay Harbor - Bodega Bay Surf Shop!


FAVORITE LOCAL FOOD AND DRINK:
Graton: Willow Wood and Underwood Markets

Occidental: Howard Station for Breakfast - Beautiful drive to the top of the Coastal Redwoods!

Bodega Bay: So Many Great Places - Here is a start! - Lunch and Dinners
Fishetarian, Rocker Oyster Fellas, Spud Point, Terrapin, Tides Wharf

Dillon Beach: Coastal Kitchen - Dinner- Seasonally opened

Tomales: Tomales Oyster Company, Rocker Oyster Fellas, Tomales Bakery

Jenner: Cafe Aquatica, River’s End

Duncan’s Mill: Cape Fear & Blue Heron Gold Coast Coffee

Petaluma: So Many Great Restaurants and Craft Beer places! Here's a start -
Della Fattoria and Sax's - Breakfast!
Seared, Sol Food, Street Social - Dinner


OTHER THINGS:
We can offer you an Early Check-in or Late Check out (If available) for a small fee. Let us know if you are interested.
If you are interested in a longer stay we offer Monthly discounted rates!
Ask about our Concierge Service & Local Private Chef & In-House Massage Therapist!


Check-In, Check-Out & Arrival Information
All arrival details—including the home address, access code, check-in/check-out times, house-specific notes, and local recommendations—will be sent to you 3 days before arrival.

You’ll receive a link with everything you need, and a printed copy will also be available in the home. If you do not receive your arrival information BEFORE the day of check-in, please call us and we’ll resend it right away.

Check-In: 4:00 PM
Check-Out: 11:00 AM
We’re available 9 AM–9 PM daily for general questions, with after-hours support available for emergencies.


TOT# 081643
License# 081619

Rate Types: N - Nightly, W - Weekly, We - Weekend, Mw - Midweek, M - Monthly
FromToTypeDaily RateMin.
Stay
1/1/2512/31/25N$348-7722
1/1/2512/31/25W$255-6157
1/1/2512/31/25We$348-6812
1/1/2512/31/25Mw$378-7722

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Amenities:

  • double
  • king
  • queen
  • shower
  • sleep sofa /futon
  • toilet
  • restaurants
  • Books
  • Foosball
  • Game Room
  • Games
  • Ping Pong Table
  • Smart TV
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Hair Dryer
  • Heating
  • Internet
  • Iron & Board
  • Linens Provided
  • Living Room
  • Parking
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Desk
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi Speed 100+ Mbps
  • Desk Chair
  • Shampoo & conditioner
  • Coffee Maker
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Pantry Items
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Dining Table
  • beachcombing
  • bird watching
  • eco tourism
  • photography
  • scenic drives
  • sight seeing
  • walking
  • whale watching
  • groceries
  • massage therapist
  • Beach
  • Beach View
  • Near The Ocean
  • Ocean View
  • Rural
  • Water View
  • Waterfront
  • Balcony
  • Deck / Patio
  • Golf
  • Lawn / Garden
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Hot Tub
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • golf
  • hiking
  • pier fishing
  • sound/bay fishing
  • surfing
  • swimming
  • wind-surfing
  • children welcome
  • Meal Delivery
  • flexible
  • necessary
  • recommended
  • Catering available
  • Dining Area
  • Concierge
  • Massage
  • Private Chef
  • Adventure
  • Away From It All
  • Family
  • Sports & Activities
  • Tourist Attractions
  • Pet Friendly
  • 1 King Bed
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • 2 Sleeper Sofas
  • Toiletries
  • Game Room
  • Cornhole Set
  • Streaming Services
  • YouTube TV
  • Ocean View
  • 1hour North of San Francisco Bay
  • Near Beach
  • Ocean/Beach Views
  • 1hr from SF/Berkeley/Sausalito
  • 3hrs to Lake Tahoe
  • 45 mins from Russian River
  • 45 mins to Point Reyes
  • 20 mins to Bodega Bay
  • 45 mins from Marine World
  • Walk to the Beach

Internet Access Available: Yes

Pets: Yes

Policies:
Check-InCheck-Out
16:0011:00

Pets Allowed
CANCELLATIONS / REFUNDS / TRAVEL INSURANCE:

Cancellations: As an initial deposit, we take 50% of the reservation total at the time of your booking.  The remaining balance will be automatically charged to the card on file 60 days prior to your arrival date.

Should you need to cancel prior to final payment (60+ days prior to arrival date), you will receive a full refund of your initial deposit.

Cancellations made after final payment (within 60 days of arrival date), are not eligible for refund.  You are financially responsible for the entire amount of the reservation less cleaning and pet fees.  Please consider purchasing travel insurance in order to be eligible for reimbursement of non-refundable prepaid travel expenses. 

Refunds: Conditions beyond our control i.e. weather, road conditions, power outage, government mandated travel restrictions, TV outage, phone outage, Wifi outage, Hot tub problems or guest emergencies do not constitute a basis for refunds.

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Guest Reviews:
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"Amazing
It was everything described, photos included.
House floor plan is perfect, it's a panoramic view the moment you wake up! Downstairs is perfect for privacy. The way the houses are set up you feel secluded, even though they are close. We barely saw anyone. It was a very nice stay for my family and i. I would definately rent again in the future and have already recommended it to several friends, looking for family stays."
Oct 20, 2025 - Rachel T., NA, NOTAVAIL



"Fun Family Getaway
Great spot for a family getaway! The house was the perfect size and we loved that we could bring our dog. The deck had amazing ocean views and it was fun watching the deer wander by.
A few tips for future guests: the driveway is very steep, the kitchen doesn’t have much in the way of basics (no salt), and you’ll want to bring your own beach towels and toys. Overall, a super relaxing place to stay!"
Sep 02, 2025 - Sean B., West Sacramento, CA



"good location
This is an older property that doesn't have any upgrades and is dated, but kept in nice condition. As long as you are fine with that, which we are, then this is a good place. We had a good time. our criteria for finding a house is to have a large couch where we can all fit and a dining table where we can all fit. check and check, this place has both. We had a party of 10, there was plenty of space for all of us. One thing I would like to see is more chairs out on the patio. The sliding glass door takes all your might to get it open and screens on all the doors would have been nice because bees kept coming in the house. We did have to call the property managers a couple of times, they were super nice and handled everything quickly. They were a highlight of renting this property. Very very nice people!
Things I would suggest, bring your own spices, kitchen towels and even cooking utensils. This house has very limited supplies. There were enough dishes/cups/coffee cups, so that was great!
bring ice too, the ice maker didn't make any. "
Aug 26, 2025 - , Mather, CA



"Great place to unwind!
Our time there was absolutely wonderful and very relaxing. We truly appreciated our time at the house. We enjoyed the Hot Tub and game room. The views were stunning, and home itself was a very comfortable and enjoyable place to unwind. "
Aug 16, 2025 - , San Jose, CA



"Wonderful Vacation Home
For the third consecutive year my wife and I hosted our kids, spouses, and grandkids at Dillon Beach for a small family reunion coinsiding with a yearly meeting my wife attends in the Santa Rosa area. Whale Watch was the most nicely furnished and comfortable rental home we have had, and the next time we do this I will certainly check its availability before any of the other homes in the area. If you are considering this home you will not be disappointed, (just don't take my week!)"
Jul 30, 2025 - Donald N., Kalama, WA



"Fun times
We had a wonderful time staying here. The house was clean, the location is wonderful. We fully enjoyed the hot tub and the games and game room. We had a large party and were short on towel and blankets but besides that our stay was pretty perfect ��"
May 28, 2025 - , Penn Valley, CA



"Great Weekend Getaway!
Great house with an amazing view. There is plenty of space for the adults and the kids. Driveway is a little tricky as stated, but overall a great stay. Would definitely recommend. "
May 06, 2025 - sophia s., South San Francisco, CA



"Beautiful View
Well equipped and stunning views."
Apr 23, 2025 - Joe S., Watsonville, CA



"A perfect gateway for some relaxing with the family
What a beautiful home! We love the views of Dillon Beach and Lawson’s landing from the the house, brought some good binoculars hopping to see whales swimming by, but maybe next time! Beautiful drive to point Reyes area! Stopped at south beach (beautiful) our dog Mowgli had a blast! On our way back we stopped to eat at Nicks Cove ( good delicious food). It was hard for us to pack up and leave this house!!!!"
Mar 26, 2025 - Rene R., Sparks, NV



"Matt’s Celebration
A large house with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, great room (kitchen, living and dining), lg family room, garage play room. VERY STEEP DRIVEWAY. Did not like the driveway. Wrap around porch. No real outside space, the lot is too steep. Some problems fireplace didn’t work, slider screen door was damaged, one of the steps to the front door was not illuminated. (My husband fell.). Absolutely beautiful view of Dillion Beach and the Pacific."
Jan 23, 2025 - Joyce T., Sacramento, CA



"House needs some loving care
We’ve stayed at this lovely home before, the views are amazing!
This trip was rather disappointing. The house needs numerous repairs.
The back door was broken, so inaccessible.
We had a party of 10, the pullout bed was completely broken, was put back together so didn’t know until bed time. Had to go buy a blow up mattress��
Then woke up to invasion of ants!
The refrigerator wouldn’t stay at proper degree, kept going up to 55•
We did call and we will get $200. Refund.
So needless to say it wasn’t a pleasant stay.
This home needs some loving care to restore it to our satisfaction, we paid top dollar due to holiday��
"
Dec 18, 2024 - Sandra H., Concord, CA



"18 Kameha 10/4-1-/7/24
Weather was incredible the entire weekend; the house views were great. The location was farther than our original house that had a maintenance issue. Many items in the house broke while they're due to not being attended to. The window in the dining room and the sliding doors, except for one, did not have screens. So, we had yellow jackets entering the house since it was so hot that weekend we needed the windows open without screens. The house is a bit outdated, but with some minor fix-its, it could be a great house. "
Oct 10, 2024 - , San Rafael, CA



"Great everything!
This house was clean and very well organized and stocked. The view was unbelievable. The beach is close. We would definitely stay there again. We loved the hot tub!"
Sep 26, 2024 - marci d., Gold River, CA



"Vacation
We had a good time a bit difficult getting to the beach if I had to walk, but I’m handicap anyone younger could probably do it . "
Aug 20, 2024 - Jacqueline H., Newcastle, CA



"Great stay for a group trip
We had a comfortable stay for a family weekend trip to the beach. The living room was great for hanging out and the kitchen and grill made preparing meals very easy. The game room was fun.

The house could use some minor repairs: some of the window blinds are missing, some of the kitchen chairs are broken, one of the toilets is a little loose.

Overall, very cool house and a great place for a group trip to Dillon Beach!"
Aug 16, 2024 - , Sacramento, CA



"Stunning Views
The view is stunning. The location is surrounded by wildlife. We loved our stay. However, we found the amenities lacking and the property poorly maintained. There were broken lights, nightstands, dining room chairs, bedroom blinds, and dirty floors. The house is also very loud. There are no area rugs to dampen the sound. The home is missing the usual charm you get in renting a vacation rental. There was no coffee, limited toilet paper, limited towels, and limited cleaning supplies. It wouldn't take much to make this a spectacular home. "
Jul 15, 2024 - , Thornton, CO



"Comfortable and relaxing
The location is beautiful and the house has everything you might need. Such a bonus that we could bring the pup. "
Jul 07, 2024 - Casey F., CA, CA



"Viewed
Views from living room,bring binoculars. Careful on driveway, stay to far left. Skip the 1st step, it's loose. Accommodation spacious & clean, kitchen appliances great, bring kcup coffee machine and oyster shucker,upstairs warm with gas fire, downstairs chilly. Technology convenient set up. Beach parking extra fee. Wildlife and landscaping lupines beautiful. Lights out policy allows for starry nites.Bring extra outdoor beach shoes that stay outdoors, hose access to rinse was cramped area under stairwell. "
Apr 15, 2024 - Kathleen Y.



"Whale Watch Beach house
Awesome views! Great for a family getaway! "
Mar 25, 2024 - , American Canyon, CA, NOTAVAIL



"Absolutely wonderful
The home is just as described and was very clean when we arrived. It’s well stocked with appliances for cooking and eating and we cooked several yummy meals in the kitchen. We rented whale watch for my mother’s 75th birthday and my siblings and I couldn’t have been happier. The views seriously can’t be beat. We’ve gone to Dillon beach my whole life and this cabin has better, more expansive views than any place we’ve ever stayed. The ping pong table was a huge hit! The only “issue” that did arise has nothing to do with the home or the owner or the property managers - as they were all amazing - but it has to do with the neighborhoods HOA. My brother and his wife were going to go camping after our weekend and so he had his truck camper (the kind that sits on the bed of the truck) on. At about 9pm my mom noticed someone peering into our cars and when she went out the guy took off. Instead of telling us that the HOA doesn’t allow any form of camper in the neighborhood he ran away and called the owner and property managers and probably woke them up. They both called to let us know about the rule and both were very nice about it and told us where he could park it near the neighborhood, which we did immediately. Anyhow - just a warning that the HOA is pretty intense. They also have a very strict “no more than 4 cars” policy per driveway which was fine for us but just know that ahead of renting! Again, on a whole the cabin was incredible and we would definitely rent again! "
Mar 18, 2024 - , Austin, TX



"Responsive and Supportive
Excellent communication with wine country group. Extremely supportive in finding another house that does not have construction occurring next door. Will definitely work with them again in the future."
Feb 15, 2024 - , Vacaville, CA



"Awesome Views
The perfect place for our family to stay. Lots of room with spectacular views. We will definitely book here again!"
Nov 28, 2023 - Debbie M., Grass Valley, CA



"Relaxing good time
We had a fabulous time. Only a couple of things to mention but not a reason not to tell other guest to stay. We had a small ant problem which I feel was probably taking care of prior to us staying. (Still smelled like ant spray) and the other thing worth mentioning is the back door has a arm that is easy to walk square into if your average height.
The house was clean and very well kept. We couldn’t get the fireplace started we called and someone came right away to fix it. We went hiking took a picnic to the beach and wondered around the light house.
Thank you for allowing us to rent your home. "
Aug 24, 2023 - , Antelope, CA



"Spectacular View
The location of Whale Watch has a beautiful view of Tomales Bay to the mouth of the Pacific. My family and I also loved the spa and enjoyed playing many of the games downstairs - there was something to appeal to every age group. The one disappointment was that the kitchen was missing some basic cooking equipment(measuring spoons and cups, mixing bowls, etc.)"
Aug 10, 2023 - Christina C., Berkeley, CA



"Great spot!
Very clean and well kept with beautiful views. Can’t ask for anything more. "
Jul 16, 2023 - , San Francisco, CA



"Wonderful Whale Watch House Stay
We had a lovely family reunion at the Whale Watch house over the 4th of July weekend. The house was great ~ very comfortable, well furnished, well equipped and very clean. Check in was easy and the management company was responsive and easy to reach when we had a question or two. Overall, it was a great experience."
Jul 08, 2023 - Erika S., Berkeley, CA



"Great space with aweseome views!
The home was pleasantly set up for our arrival with the fire going, it was a cozy welcome on a chilly day. The views were incredible even on foggy days.
The house had lots of space for a big group. There were many amenities to make your stay more comfortable. "
May 23, 2023 - Lisa V., CONCORD, CA



"We will be back no doubt
Our trip is exactly what we needed! House was very clean! Upstairs is amazing - big open kitchen and family room. Very comfortable couches, beds, etc... We will be back for sure. Notes: Deer lots of deer...after the sun goes down they will be out in the back behind the grill and out front bedded down for the night.! I was surprised at how close they were to the house. We were given 1 towel per person for the whole visit - I wish they had some back up. Also important to note there is NO washer or dryer. Not a big deal but something to keep in mind. We are already looking at when we can go back."
Oct 25, 2022 - , Turlock, CA



"Family Vacation
The house was lively, clean, ready for us on time, and accommodating. Everyone had a good time. Unfortunately we only had about a day with s view due to fog, but that's the beach for you. We could still hear the ocean so we were happy. "
Oct 18, 2022 - , Vacaville, CA



"Comfortable house, great location
We really enjoyed our stay at this house. It had a very comfortable living room with a large couch and great views. We enjoyed the game room with dart board, foosball and ping pong. Our dogs were easily managed and the hot tub was enjoyed. The proximity to Dillon Beach is fantastic. Property management was very responsive. Highly recommend."
Oct 13, 2022 - , Mill Valley, CA



"Ocean Views
We had a beautiful 3-day stay at Whale Watch. Loved the open and updated kitchen, living and dining space. Good views and house was very clean (appreciated!). Also had ocean view from the primary bedroom (nice!). Unfortunately, we did experience two separate hours-long power outages during our stay. Ended up playing games by lamp light. And no washer/dryer at home, just an FYI. Not listed but we were surprised by this. Property company very responsive and professional. "
Oct 13, 2022 - Julianne N., SACRAMENTO, CA



" a peaceful birthday getaway
We loved our stay at Whale Watch house and plan to return next year. The house was lovely in all respects from the views, the nicely appointed kitchen to cook in, and the peace and quiet it provided. The staff at Wine country to Coast was most helpful in making the reservation and answering all questions. thank you for a wonderful experience at Dillon beach!"
Oct 03, 2022 - Jeanne T., San Rafael, CA



"A perfect getaway!
The property was clean, beautiful and just the right place for a retreat for myself and 2 friends. It was relaxing and perfect!"
Oct 03, 2022 - amara s., Oakland, CA



"Idyllic stay and gorgeous views!
The house was just as described, the ocean view was amazing, and we can't wait to go back! We all enjoyed watching the deer, rabbits, and quail run through the yard, and the amenities were great. We played all the games, enjoyed the hot tub, and slept like logs in the extremely comfy bed. Fabulous stay!"
Sep 17, 2022 - Penny L., San Francisco, CA



"Family weekend
It was a perfect place for 10 ppls & 2 dogs.."
Sep 17, 2022 - , Santa Rosa , CA



"Awsome
Wonderful "
Sep 17, 2022 - Farideh M., Carmichael, CA



"Amazing views and deer too
The house had plenty of room for our multi-generational family to spread out. The views were amazing. Our grandchildren were captivated by the seemingly endless parade of deer through the yard."
Jul 24, 2022 - Karen N., Livermore, CA


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