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'Kelp Me Rhonda' - 1st Floor Condo w/Pool - Sleeps 7 (4 adults, 3 kids)

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Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 7660 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Ocean view
    Ocean view

Explore the area

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Lincoln City, OR
  • Devils Lake
    4 min walk
  • Lincoln City Cultural Center
    4 min walk
  • Putt N Bat
    9 min walk
  • Pacific City, OR (PFC)
    29 min drive

About this property

'Kelp Me Rhonda' - 1st Floor Condo w/Pool - Sleeps 7 (4 adults, 3 kids)

No. 109, which we fondly call “Kelp me Rhonda,” is one of the few Family Suites at the Sea Gypsy. It is larger in square footage than most ground floor Sea Gypsy condos. It can sleep up to seven people between two queen-sized beds in two separate sleeping areas, plus a queen-sized hide-a-bed, and a twin-sized rollaway. It is ideal for a party of 4 adults and 3 kids.

The convenient location of Kelp Me Rhonda cannot be understated. No. 109 sits on the ground floor, right next to the entrance of the Sea Gypsy’s indoor heated pool and sauna. It also has one of the closest beach access points in the building. Open your glass-sliding doors, walk a few feet south and take 12 short steps down onto the sandy beach.

This condo features a full kitchen with range oven, stovetop, fridge, microwave and lots of cookware to make your favorite recipes. There are two full bathrooms, extra closet space, and hide-a-beds in both sleeping areas.

Kelp me Rhonda got a makeover in early 2015. Both sofa-beds were replaced with new models, and all the dressers, night stands and the TVs were updated. A fresh coat of paint and new artwork was placed throughout the interior. In September 2015, we did yet another update, adding a new dining table and chairs. In 2018 we removed most of the carpet from the unit, replacing it was faux hardwood.

Yet what guests really come for is some family time, unbeatable beach access and the breathtaking view out the window.

No. 109 Kelp Me Rhonda can technically sleep 7 adults, although with the hide-a-beds we recommend a maximum of 4 adults. Ideal parties might include 4 adults, and 3 kids; 2 adults with 5 kids; or 1 adult with 6 kids.

Property manager

Troy Foster
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Parking available
Ocean view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Lincoln City

Located in Lincoln City, this condo is on the beach. Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Siuslaw National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Putt N Bat and Lincoln City Skate Park. Jennifer Sears Glass Art Studio and Alder House Glassblowing are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Lincoln City, OR

What's nearby

  • Devils Lake - 4 min walk
  • Lincoln City Cultural Center - 4 min walk
  • Lincoln City Outlets - 19 min walk
  • Chinook Winds Casino - 5 min drive
  • Chinook Winds Golf Resort - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 130 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chinook's Seafood Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kyllo's Seafood & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pig'n Pancake - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 'Kelp Me Rhonda' - 1st Floor Condo w/Pool - Sleeps 7 (4 adults, 3 kids) have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 'Kelp Me Rhonda' - 1st Floor Condo w/Pool - Sleeps 7 (4 adults, 3 kids) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'Kelp Me Rhonda' - 1st Floor Condo w/Pool - Sleeps 7 (4 adults, 3 kids)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Kelp Me Rhonda' - 1st Floor Condo w/Pool - Sleeps 7 (4 adults, 3 kids)?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 'Kelp Me Rhonda' - 1st Floor Condo w/Pool - Sleeps 7 (4 adults, 3 kids) located?

Nestled on the beach, this Lincoln City condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Devils Lake and Lincoln City Cultural Center. Putt N Bat and Lincoln City Outlets are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

7.4

Good

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8.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Tami J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family crlebration
I think the location was fantastic. The actual place needed upgrades very small. I went into a couple other condos that had a different set up which created more space and next year. I’ll probably try to book one of those. There was pros and cons. The pros was it was by the breezeway, which was nice because I didn’t have anybody on the other side and it was close to the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great size room for the price. The room was a bit worn. You could see areas where the paint had worn off, and the bedroom door didn't close well. But it's nothing a little paint and some adjusting wouldn't fix. The room was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

crystal a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun at the beach
Good place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Jennifer F.

1 Star
We have always enjoyed staying at the Sea Gypsy but 109 was probably the worst unit we've experienced. It needs a deep cleaning especially in the kitchen and some serious care and attention. Kitchen is lacking a lot of dishes/silverware and kitchen utensils we normally find in other units. Everything is just outdated and old. Cabinets were sticky and kind of gross. No dishwasher so hard to know how clean things were before using washed all the dishes ourselves. The screen door kept falling off and needs to be replaced. Same with the curtain rod...it continually was falling down so towards the end just left it off. Had a couple issues with the door lock too. It would lock but then wouldn't open and you could hear it trying to but it would error so we actually left the sliding door unlocked a few times just so we could re-enter. The main TV was so small for the amount of wall space available. Since this unit is advertised as one that can house a larger number of people...get a bigger TV. I think the furniture needs to be repositioned because the heater can't really push out the warmth stuck in a corner by the bed. Hate to sound like a complainer but we've owned a condo at the coast before and understand it can be a lot of work. The feeling we got was that whomever owns 109 just doesn't really care or put a lot of pride into the unit. Communications with staff was good but 109 was such a disappointment and we won't stay there again.
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2/10 Terrible

Kathleen R.

1 Star
The room was not clean, had @ 20 flies most of them seemed to hang out in the kitchen around the sink area. Then the bed had sand in it that would tell me the sheets were not changed. The kitchen Cabinets had a thick film on them it was disgusting.
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10/10 Excellent

Colette N.

5 Stars
We had a great time . We tried to stay one more night but the room was already rented
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6/10 Okay

Abbie T.

Location, excellent, the condo was OK
If there was a 2.5 stars that's what I would have given this place. The location was wonderful. Right on the beach, you can open the sliding door and hear the ocean right outside. Hopefully bugs don't come in because the screen door is torn. This place just needs a reno. It's in pretty sad shape on the inside. It gets the job done but it's not what you would expect from a condo on the beach. Everything is very dated. List of things that need to be fixed: Wifi sucks. After the third network I was given it worked good in the front of the condo but in the back it was so-so. It was bad enough that we could barely stream anything. It would buffer every few minutes. Felt like going back in time... Screen door busted Poor lighting Garbage disposal is broken or if it's not it sounds like it's breaking Fan in the bathroom doesn't work Doors stick in the bathroom TVs are super small Couch and chair are super old and mismatched. Kitchen is stocked with leftover mismatched utensils plates etc Oven is from the 70s Mold on the bathroom ceiling Lamp shade is broken Again this place gets the job done. But it was just OK. I wouldn't stay here again after seeing the interior of some of the other condos here.

8/10 Good

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
FABULOUS location
When we go to the beach, we want to enjoy the beach. This property is right on the beach, close enough that we could leave our shoes/flipflops and not have to carry them. Great view to watch the sunsets. The accommodations are pleasant. The kitchen is well stocked, containing a coffee pot and toaster. We used the two queen beds and the twin roll away bed and all were very comfortable. We really appreciated the abundance of towels, including separate beach towels. The screen door needs to be repaired as it has many holes in it. However, bugs were not a problem during our visit. We would book this room again if the occasion comes up.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Kevin M.

Don't rent this room unless you like lots of noise
This room is situated right next to the pool And to the main walk down to the beach- it's ALWAYS loud from people walking by all hours of the day and night and because it's on the bottom floor you get all the upstairs pounding - it's super hot in there and no extra fans are provided- also doesn't feel safe with the patio door to the beach open and all the people walking constantly by- won't be renting this room again-
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4/10 Poor

Justin F.

Fantastic location, but needs improvements
First, let me say the location is incredible! Right on the beach (we even saw a sunset proposal -- she said yes), and depending which access point you use, only 7-20 steps down to the sand. Views were amazing, and it was nice being on the first floor so we could hop outside anytime we want. Prices are also very reasonable, and staff is very friendly and ready to help should the need arise. Unfortunately, our stay was marred by several issues, some functional, others relating to overall condition of the property. First, be aware that the stairs down to the beach, which they proudly advertise as being right outside your unit, are closed due to erosion. While there are two other access points a short walk away, one of which technically has fewer steps, it should be advertised to future or current renters of this unit. While I understand it's the city's job to fix, if it's good enough to advertise, it's good enough to alert your renters that they're currently not operational and advise of the alternative, especially if they have small children who need supervision. Also, despite plenty of signs notifying that the property was under constant surveillance, that didn't stop people from smoking on their patios despite signs saying not to. As for the room: -There were loose plug sockets in multiple rooms. Just the tiniest wiggle would pull it out, so getting phones to charge was difficult. -The kitchen is tiny (1-2 people max if cooking) and narrow: the fridge opens to counter. However, it was well-stocked with most things you'd need, so that was a plus. But be aware you can't cook crab or lobster (wish we knew this before). Other smelly seafoods and bacon are apparently OK though. Also note that you have to wash all dishes before you check out, and there is no dishwasher. -To close the back sliding door, make sure to close it with a bit of extra strength. If you don't, it'll appear closed and even locked, till you realize there's a small gap between the frame and the door. -On a similar note, we had issues with our front door. On the second day, we found that our code didn't work. When I went to alert the front desk, I got another code... which again didn't work. The third code did... and apparently, because the door doesn't properly align with the door frame, you need to enter your code, twist the knob, pull it toward you, then push it open. Staff was helpful, but this issue cost us about 20 minutes in lost time and put us late for an event. -Bathrooms are small, with very little counter space, but it was nice there were two. I did notice small patches of mold forming above the tub where wall meets ceiling. -The unit says it was remodeled in 2018, but new tiling is already caving in in places and scratched in others (deep scratches, like from a dog). -The second bedroom was a good size, but got very stuffy, and the ceiling fan in the main living area was really wobbly when turned on. -The rocker chair is broken on the back, though still functional. I'd have mentioned it, but after complaints about other things, I just felt like a drag and a broken record and I wanted to enjoy what was left of my vacation. I know SG can have someone fix things right away, but we'd prefer that someone is not in the room when we're not there, so altering our vacation plans to fix a ton of things was not in the cards. I'd recommend not only a new chair, but one that swivels, so you can turn to enjoy the sunsets, TV, or your guests without moving it. -The lamp in the second bedroom was missing a switch, so no light. We did get a replacement (albeit an old rusted one) that worked just OK (with the lamp shade off). The original was fixed the next day. Note that the photos on the website show reading lights attached above both beds; in reality, both of these are not there (so, combined with the broken beach stairs, misleading #2). -The screen door (with its ripped screen) came off track. While it was fixed the next day, apparently the lady staying a few units down is related to someone in charge of the building and said it was unacceptable that we had waited so long. -We found our room dirty on arrival (sand on the floor, especially under the kitchen table; what appeared to be an orange cap -- my first thought it was a syringe cap) in plain sight by the couch; trash behind chairs and under beds. Like all businesses that advertise strict CDC cleaning protocols yet suffer from staffing shortages... don't count on it. We were offered to have the room cleaned again, but by then, all our stuff was in the room and we had cleaned it anyway because we have young children crawling on the floor. A refund of our cleaning fee would have been appreciated though. -My child was able to pull a knob off a cabinet door by simply opening the door, with no force. We fixed it. The curtains don't fully cover the sliding door, are tattered in various places, are not fully attached to the rod -- which itself is not fully attached to the bar and slides and is covered in scotch tape), and we found one of the rings from the curtain in one of the drawers. -Storage not adequate in the main room. There are three drawers under the TV, one devoted to games/puzzles (some of which were missing pieces or contained outdated -- that is, pre-covid -- guidebooks), and another devoted to sheets for the rollaway bed. The top shelf in the hallway closet had a bunch of paint cans on it. -DVD player and TV convoluted at times. There's two DVD players, one of which doesn't have a remote -- and doesn't read discs anyway. The other, smaller one did work, but figuring out how to change the TV input took 20 minutes. To save you the trouble, forget the remote -- it doesn't change Input (nor does it take you to a 'guide' list of programming, despite the 'Guide' button). On the side of the TV, push the input button, but push it hard enough, because it doesn't always register. Then realize that the button doesn't only push in, it pushes left and right, which allows you rotate through the input sources. -Literature on the door and in the unit book say office is open until 10pm... until you get there at 7:03pm, like I did, and realize it closes at 7. Oops. -Pool was cold, but kids had fun regardless. Nearly every inch of the sauna is carved up with writing, so I was able to see who loved who and which families had been here while I got my sweat in. Overall, because of the friendly staff and fantastic location, I would consider staying at Sea Gypsy again, albeit likely in a different unit unless improvements are made to 109, but it wouldn't be my first choice. The saving grace is that the staff truly is caring, but there were just too many little things to either fix or update. While we were able to live with it, it didn't always make for a relaxing vacation, but it also didn't totally spoil it either.

8/10 Good

Randy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach right there
Enjoyed the beach and pool. The only issues we had were the noisy neighbors. They even played ball outside our unit and fell into the sliding glass door several times.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Lester Z.

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Terrible
There was so many things wrong. And I would not recommend for anybody.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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6/10 Okay

Karen W.

Reasonable but not the best
The ceiling fan in the main room was very dirty and even though it was warm we didn't want to turn it on for fear of dust bunnies flying off. The screen door had a rip in it. There were no coffee filters in the room and we had to go to the office to get some, they were a little big but we made it work. Only 2 or 3 dish towels were available to dry dishes, this is the only thing you need to do before you leave. The fan in the main bath was not working. The 2nd bath had a nail sticking up on the threshold. The curtain in the back bedroom was not attached on all the hooks. The couch and chair in the main living room area were not comfortable. The unit overall was clean, except for the ceiling fan. We were able to get a 1st floor unit, but this one is right by a main hallway to the beach entrance so there was noise at various hours. Also the closest beach access was blocked off and we had to go down to the end of the building to access the beach. I would rent in this location again, but not this particular unit, mostly because of the noise from its location and it needs a little TLC. Not the worst place I've stayed at the coast but not the best either.
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6/10 Okay

Loretta G.

3 Stars
My husband and I have stayed at Sea Gypsy for years and this condo was the least stocked of all the ones we have stayed in. There were 7 of us and there were plenty of beds for everyone. The one in the living space was VERY bouncy the cot was good for a small child only. The kitchen was poorly stocked. We love the location of the Sea Gypsy and the access to the beach but would not stay in this Condo again.
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6/10 Okay

Loretta G.

3 Stars
My husband and I have stayed at Sea Gypsy for years and this condo was the least stocked of all the ones we have stayed in. There were 7 of us and there were plenty of beds for everyone. The one in the living space was VERY bouncing the cot was good for a small child only. The kitchen was poorly stocked. We love the location of the Sea Gypsy and the access to the beach but would not stay in this Condo again.
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8/10 Good

Alicia D.

Great Location
Sea Gypsey has a great location, right in the center of everything and right on the beach. We loved being able to see the ocean right from our unit. We really enjoyed our time and will definitely be back. There were a couple of items that I think need to be addressed. The furniture in our unit is in dire need of an update. The couch had many stains and is not comfortable at all. The recliner is old and does not stay reclined, and the material on the back is not all tacked down so it hangs open. The curtains in the bedroom are hideous and very old. The hooks that should attach them to the rod are not all there, letting tons of light in. These are minor things that can be changed out and make this property 5 star.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
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4/10 Poor

Priscilla B.

Spring Break Getaway
Very disappointed with this unit. The only good thing is that it's beach access and the view from the condo, otherwise, not happy at all. We are a family of 7 and there weren't enough linen provided, no blankets for the pullout bed and the rollaway. The sofa is so old, you can feel the springs on the very thin mattress when you lay down, didn't get a good sleep at all. Same with the rollaway, you sink when you lay down and all the pillows provided on all the beds are so flat, they were probably been used for years. There were no enough basic utensils, the two knives are blunt that we were having a hard time cutting the meats. We stayed 2 nights, 3 days and there was only coffee provided for the coffee maker. The curtains in the bedroom are coming off the rails. The fan in the first bathroom not working, the lampshade is far from the bed and you have to get up to turn it off and on on the switch by the door. So inconvenient, most of all, there was no dishwasher to sanitize the plates, cups and cutleries, you have to hand wash everything, which, at this time of pandemic, is not advisable. We stayed at Sand and Sea before and was pleased but decided on the ground floor because there was no lift and my husband had a hard time climbing up the stairs. Glad I couldn't extend one more night because it was fully booked. It was a very uncomfortable stay.
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8/10 Good

Derek R.

Mid week at the coast!
The price for the unit was good. The pool was close and accessible that the kids enjoyed lot. The place was clean. There were plenty of towels. The only down side was that the bedroom was very warm even when the thermostat was only at 60 degrees making it difficult to sleep. It was a good experience over all. The key less entry is also very nice.

10/10 Excellent

Katie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for a family gathering at the beach
This was like a walk back in time as our family vacationed regularly at Sea Gypsy when I was a child. Perfect location and ocean view. I am not sure if I missed some information on how to check in but that took a little investigating to figure out. All over a very nice stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
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8/10 Good

Peter R.

Great place to stay
This was just what we needed. Great being right on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Leeann T.

5 Stars
My family and I love this place. It's our first time staying in this room but we love the Sea Gypsy. It's close to the center of town and the outlet malls for shopping, close to Dutch Bros for the morning cup of coffee and close to the local medical facilities just in case. This room had everything I needed and more. The only thing it could use would be outdoor chairs for down on the beach.
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8/10 Good

Paige T.

Enjoyed our stay!
We had a fun trip, the place was pretty clean and decent. Very doable but there were a few aspects that were not ideal. Overall I would definitely recommend this stay but here are a few recommendations that could make a big difference. (1. Check the salt and oil supply each turnover. Unfortunately on both of our stays there was an absence of salt and/or oil. 2. Re-secure curtain rod in the bedroom, it's about fall off the wall. And replacing the interior security lock that is broken would be wonderful. 3. Provide at least one frying pan free from scratches and deep chips.) Again, we enjoyed our stay and I would recommend it. Just hoping to provide helpful recommendations based on our experience. Thanks! -Paige Thornton
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8/10 Good

Gina H.

4 Stars
Loved staying so close to the beach! Great space with plenty of bedding for our group. Some upgrades and improvements could be done (darkening g the bedroom at night would be awesome). I've stayed at several sea Gypsy rooms and wasn't too try them all. This one could use a few touch ups. Other than that the space was fantastic.
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6/10 Okay

Lisa G.

3 Stars
The location was perfect, the views wonderful! The beds uncomfortable, room needs work as well as an update.
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4/10 Poor

tammy b.

Noise problem
It would be great if there were large signs asking people to be quiet in the breezeway walkway by room 109. After quiet hours lots of people walked by talking loudly which made it hard to go to sleep.

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Hosted by Troy Foster

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What makes this property unique

No. 109 "Kelp Me Rhonda" is one of the Sea Gypsy's highly desired Family Suites. The additional closet space and sleeping accommodations can sleep up to seven vacationers, preferably 4 adults and 3 kids.

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