Newport Bed Breakfast: Ocean House on the Oregon Coast

Just a reminder:  There is still time to book stays for Valentine’s Day and of course the Annual Newport Seafood Festival, February 21, 22, 23, and 24. Remember Thursday Feb. 21 can only be purchased online, not at the door. We have had a sight to behold: over a week of beautiful blue sky and sun! We even sat on the patio having morning coffee for a few mornings. Had some intense storms, upwards of 98 mph at Yaquina Head.  The new overlook deck is done with a huge firepit. And I am in the process of placing 18″ x 18″ “Sandy Beach” tile in the dining room. Gorgeous! If I don’t say so myself.

Anyway, January has been a little on the cold side and hoping that February will have some great storms for those of you that like storm watching. Remember that between these storms, we have some of the most beautiful sunny and bright blue sky imaginable. Look forward to your calls and see you at the Ocean House!!

Happy New Year to all and thank you for coming to enjoy the Ocean House. As we close our first year here in Newport, we start year two running: the overlook deck is finished with more room, safer footing (no steps), and a brand new FirePit to christen. Views abound from stem to stern; Nye Beach and points South to Yaquina Head. The dining room has a new look with its new beautifully laid tile floor appropriately named Sandy Beach.

The 36th Annual Newport Wine and Seafood Festival is February 21 – 24, 2013 and we still have a few spots left, so call early and reserve.

Winter may be quiet crowd wise, but it’s always fun to watch the storms at the beach. So come, relax with a good book and cup of cocoa, put your feet up and watch Mother Nature’s show.

See You Soon,

As you may have noticed, I am not much of a blogger. But there is news to tell and here it is: The Tall Ships are coming to Newport. The Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain, both tall ships will be in Yaquina Bay May 15 – May 27 for tours and naval skirmishes. Don’t miss it.

Also, there’s the Newport Oregon’s Home and Garden Show from May 18 until May 20 at the Newport Recreation Center, located at 225 Avery

Join us for the highly anticipated 2nd Annual Celtic Festival and Highland Games on June 8, 9, & 10, 2012 at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds at 880 NE 7th St. Newport.

Have a restful stay at the Ocean House Bed & Breakfast, “Far enough to be Away, Close enough to be Near” at the “Couples Retreat at the Beach”. Couldn’t help a little advertising there.  See you all soon!

Just a note to let you all know, Valentine’s Day is once again upon us. February 14th is the time to suprise that special one with a romantic excursion to the beach. A lot of things going on in Newport! Crabbing is going full bore and very tasty. Come to the “Couple’s Retreat at the Beach” and find the S’mores, Romantic Packages, and even some extras. Also, the Newport Wine and Seafood Festival is coming the weekend of February 23, 24, 25, and 26th. A lot of food, wine, and fun. See you here!!!

As we say goodbye to Terry and the gang, Ocean House welcomes the new owners from the High Rocky Mountains.  Used to the rural cities and the great outdoors, we fell in love with this sweet area known as Newport, the grand Pacific Ocean with its spectacular waves and rocky cliffs.  We are Craig and Dawn Lodge (yes, that is our name), your new innkeepers and would like to extend a warm greeting to all of you.   Since we are only the stewards of the Inn, the heart and soul of the Ocean House will continue to be a place of peace and relaxation.  A Couples Retreat!

We look forward to seeing you soon,