Escape to coastal bliss at First Mate's Cottage Vacation Rental, where oceanfront decks and a private beach path invite you to unwind. Enjoy endless entertainment in the game room with ping pong, Foosball, and arcade basketball or relax in the 6-person hot tub nestled in the spacious backyard.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82540 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Pets OK, OCEAN VIEW, Beach Path, HOT TUB, Large Yard (FirstM)
Along with a hot tub, this smoke-free holiday home has laundry facilities and an arcade/games room. Other amenities include a garden and barbecues. The holiday home has 4 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board.
Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a hot tub.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Foosball table
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Motor boating nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Ocean Park, this holiday home is near the beach. Gray Whale Skeleton and North Head Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Adelaide's Books and Coffee and Long Beach Carnival Park. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting. Visit our Ocean Park travel guide
Is Pets OK, OCEAN VIEW, Beach Path, HOT TUB, Large Yard (FirstM) pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Pets OK, OCEAN VIEW, Beach Path, HOT TUB, Large Yard (FirstM)?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pets OK, OCEAN VIEW, Beach Path, HOT TUB, Large Yard (FirstM)?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pets OK, OCEAN VIEW, Beach Path, HOT TUB, Large Yard (FirstM)?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Pets OK, OCEAN VIEW, Beach Path, HOT TUB, Large Yard (FirstM) located?
This family-friendly Ocean Park holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Long Beach and Loomis Lake State Park. Adelaide's Books and Coffee is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.
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Pets OK, OCEAN VIEW, Beach Path, HOT TUB, Large Yard (FirstM) Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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This house was just right for our group of 6 (4adults and 2 children), well supplied and even though we had rain lots to do with the hot tub and play room, large living area and a short walk to the beach.
We had a great time and the house was perfect for our multi-generational getaway. Everyone was comfortable and we were able to have local family (2 cousins and one of their spouses) join us one of the days. There was room for everyone to visit, have a meal together. The kitchen had everything we needed and more. The beds were comfortable and it we all slept well.
Thanks for hosting us!
Nice trail to beach, plenty of beach toys for the kids, hot tub available, fireplace for evenings, yard games, volleyball, horseshoes, tetherball, plenty of yard chairs, deck and bbq for afternoon hangouts.
House is well stocked with necessities for day to day, indoor games, movies, game room and kitchen gadgets. Plus coyotes, deer and bald eagles.
We had a nice stay at the First Mate house. It's not super fancy or stylish but it was clean and well stocked with a good layout of rooms for our group. It's a bit of a journey to the beach but it's a nice trail. The water is visible from the front decks and we were able to catch some nice sunsets.
House is very well maintained and super clean! Watch out for pokeys in the grass play area-NOT kid or dog friendly. We learned quickly to skirt that area. Quite a long walk to beach, but beautiful! The hot tub was sublime! Careful with the lid of hot-tub, it’s very heavy and hard to close-but worth it!
First Mates Cottage is a very roomy very clean house, nice and close to good clamming beach area's and our favorite store 'Jack's Country Store'. If you are coming to clam, they have 8 clam guns, altho they aren't the best. They have games for kids. A very big yard and hot tub. Be sure to bring your own presto logs as they only supply two and they are very expensive to purchase on the coast. We were allowed an early check in which was great, fee charged but fine with us. No late check out as they had contractor's coming but again worked out fine as we needed to be on the beach by (am for the clam tide. Can't go wrong with First Mate's, I just wish they had better signage at the entrance to the driveway, and both ways. We missed it every time coming from the beach because the speed limit is 50, so people are right up on you as you are slowly trying to find your turn.
This place was great for the most part! The biggest issue is the septic system is only supposed to hold about 70gal/day. You have to be mindful of using too much water and setting off the alarm. Our group of 6 didnt feel we could all shower in the same day. It also limits how much laundry you can do. The listing says a 1 minute walk to the beach. Its about a 10 minute walk on a very steep path. There is public beach access a couple blocks away if you are limited mobility.
The best things about this house were the plethora of games. The ping-pong table, fooseball table, and mini basketball hoop in the basement kept the kids busy for hours. They have so many board and card games to choose from. Outside the volleyball net and horseshoes were a favorite. We used the fire pit in the back yard several nights to make s'mores. They supply a large number of sand toys and even some kites for beach going.
Overall this house provided everything we needed and we would rent it again.
Nice property, beautiful setting. Plenty to do inside or outside.
David S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sean E.
9 Dec 2022
Great stay!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great location and great space and activities, indoor and out, for our 3 generation family weekend getaway!
We had a very nice stay! We had 6 adults and 2 infants and it was the perfect size for our group. The game room downstairs was fun, the kitchen was well-stocked, and the walk to the beach was short and easy. Communication with the host was very easy. We were very happy with our stay.
Jessica F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Michelle L.
1 Mar 2017
Fun Weekend
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very comfortable and very enjoyable.
Michelle L.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tammy L.
27 Apr 2021
First Mate's Cottage
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Was everything we were hoping for!
Great home and location. Clean and comfortable. Any issue we had was addressed immediately. The neighbors at the adjacent property let their dogs roam free but they were only there two days during our stay and not much can be done about that. Wonderful stay and we would definitely stay at this property again.
Gina O.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
scott c.
1 Jul 2018
first mate
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
great
scott c.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
1 May 2014
awesome kitchen
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Best rental ever....location to the beach.....roomieness, the kitchen was amazing, could not have had a better time, thanks for everything !!!
This place is perfect for a family or even two families to vacation together if you're looking for quiet, removed from town, but also within 10 minutes of plenty to do, groceries, restaurants, etc.
The game room and hot tub are really nice adds to the four bedrooms (two for adults, two for 1-2 kids each).
Also, the WiFi was super speedy, which is great since the cell signal is spotty out there.
Would stay here again, and possibly with another family/couple (although having 'too much house' isn't a bad way to go for small families like us also).