With three miles of gorgeous Pacific Ocean beach and the world famous Promenade, a 1.8 mile boardwalk right on the beach, Seaside, Oregon, is one of the most unique towns in the Pacific Northwest. Taking a walk down the Promenade where it meets Broadway, you’ll find you just about anything you’ll ever need, including shops, restaurants, hotels, beach cottages, and gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean. Seaside, Oregon, is a popular vacation destination and a fun place to live and raise a family.

A Town Built On Fun

While Seaside, Oregon, has a rich history that includes the Lewis and Clark Expedition and being named after railroad tycoon Ben Holladay’s summer resort in the 1870s, Seaside is really a town built on fun. Alexandre Gilbert, the mayor of Seaside, donated his beach property in 1912 to this amazing city in Clatsop County for its famous Promenade along the Pacific coast.

Since it’s so much fun, tourism is the number one industry in Seaside, Oregon. Visitors come here to stroll down the boardwalk, shop at the specialty boutiques, see the incredible sea life at the Seaside Aquarium, and wile away time riding the Town Center Carousel. [Read more...]

Just across Youngs Bay, two miles west of Astoria and encompassing Fort Stevens State Park, is the beautiful town of Warrenton, Oregon. With miles of gorgeous beaches, vivid green forests, and clean, exhilarating ocean breezes, Warrenton, Oregon, offers a marine climate and the perfect place to set down roots for a life full of nature and fun in a thriving community of great people. [Read more...]

Located at the northwestern corner of the state of Oregon where the Columbia River and the Pacific Ocean come together, the small community of Hammond, Oregon, sits in between the city of Warrenton, Oregon, and historic Fort Stevens State Park. This beautiful area offers breathtaking views, towering forests, heady waters, stunning river and ocean beaches, and a spectacular marine vibe even non-fishermen will enjoy. [Read more...]

Homes on Gin Ridge in Gearhart, OR

Gearhart, Oregon was recently named one of America’s “Best Little Beach Towns” by Travel & Leisure Magazine, and after one visit you’ll be sold.

From ocean front estates on Gin Ridge to Gearhart House condo’s, you won’t go wrong with a home in Gearhart.

During your stay enjoy golfing, biking, walks on the beach and nearby shopping and fine dining.

History

Founded in the late 1800′s as a resort community for the socialites of Portland, Gearhart was and still is a laid back beach town where even the wicked can get some much needed rest and relaxation. The city of Gearhart has remained steadfast in it’s commitment to remain a quiet community, free from expansive development and commercialization.

Living In Gearhart

Gearhart Oregon is located on the North Oregon coast near Seaside. The city of Gearhart includes several distinct neighborhoods just as unique as the real estate in them. From quaint studios and cottages to impressive ocean front estates, Gearhart will feel like home. [Read more...]