Heceta Lighthouse Bed & Breakfast — Hotel in Florence

The first time I drove the Oregon coast we stopped at the Heceta Head lighthouse. I remember parking at the beach and admiring the open arched bridge, that beautiful rocky cove of a beach, and the quintessential lighthouse view. We took the trail up to the lighthouse and saw the lightkeeper’s home on the way. There is a fence all around and it is not open to the public, but there were people sitting on the porch! We realized it was a bed and breakfast and I was heartbroken not to have known about it before as we certainly would have included a stay there in our vacation plans. I tucked it away as a hopeful wish for someday….

Well, little did I know at the time, we ended up moving to Oregon a few years later! As soon as we were settled, I determined we must make a weekend trip and stay at the lighthouse. We finally did and it lived up to every one of my lofty expectations.

The lightkeeper’s house is accessed via a private road, and there are a few parking spaces near the house, but it was pretty tight. Upon arrival, we were greeted and brought to our room, with a quick tour of the home and some suggestions of things to see or do while there. We booked one of the Mariner’s rooms as they have such a gorgeous view of the ocean. The bedroom and bathroom inside were definitely small, but that is to be expected in a historic home, and no matter as the bed was comfortable as could be! Of note, some rooms share a bathroom so check while booking if you have a preference. Once we’d checked it out, we stopped by the cheese and fruit out for guest’s arrival on our way to the beach, and they were so sweet to give us a little box so we could pack some goodies to enjoy on the sand. They had wine, too!

We spent a perfect hour or so at the beach, then headed into Florence for dinner. This or Yachats are the closest city for meals (about 20 minutes either direction) so either eat before you check in, or plan to go back out. They do have a kitchen that is available for guests, so you could bring an easy to prepare meal. Once we’d returned, we spent some more time at the beach, then relaxed in our room until dark. Then we grabbed a flashlight and headed on up the trail to admire the lighthouse in the night. This was such a unique experience and the highlight of our stay. You can see how far out the light beams to sea, and we hiked up a bit behind the lighthouse, so we were right at the level with the rotating light. Incredible! Back in our room, we cracked the windows for a lovely ocean breeze and fell asleep to the sound of the waves. Perfection.

In the morning, I took a little time to read through the ghost stories they have collected (too wimpy to read at night!), we wandered around the beach for a bit, and then guess what! The stay isn’t over yet as there is a stunning seven course breakfast! This is served family style with other guests, although they do give you the option to dine separately if you let them know ahead of time. The food was magnificent! They explained each dish as it came out and it was all so fresh and skillfully prepared. We had a tropical fruit salad, bread, tuna ceviche, mango smoothie, quiche, sausage, panna cotta, and finished with fruit and cheese. Of note, if you don’t wish to stay but would like to have breakfast in the lightkeeper’s house, they do special breakfasts for special occasions and at certain times of the year, just check the website for dates. After the meal, they offered a little history tour inside the house which we sadly didn’t have time to stay for, but we did go to the lighthouse for quick tour and to peruse the gift shop before checking out. It truly was such a dream of a trip, and I would definitely suggest staying for two nights. I thought one would be sufficient but would have...

Much like the other reviews, I cannot rave enough about the Heceta Lighthouse Bed & Breakfast! I had the privilege of staying here 4 years ago, and I made it a priority to come back as soon as I could. Let's put it this way; I came back specifically to this place to propose to my now fiancée, because I truly believe that this is the most magical place on earth. My one mistake was only staying here one night.||My fiancée and I stayed in the Lightkeeper's room, which is exactly as amazing as they say. The bed is incredibly comfortable, beautifully appointed and there really is nothing like falling asleep to the world's greatest night light. We soaked in the beautiful porcelain claw foot bathtub with lavender bubble bath while watching the light rotate. It was so peaceful, we were falling asleep there.||The staff were super attentive (Cecily and David) and couldn't have been nicer. The 7-course breakfast really was prepared as pure art, not to mention incredibly delicious. The word "7-course" makes you think it'll be way too much food, but it really is the perfect portion size. The Moroccan Fruit Salad was my favorite, but the Mango-Strawberry Lasse, Tomatillo Frittata, Albacore Crisp and Marionberry Crumble were to die for as well.||All in all, I can't recommend this place more! From the gorgeous property and friendly staff to the ethereal walk to the lighthouse at night and watching those light beams against the stars, how can you ask any more! Add this place to your bucket list if you're ever going to the...

I had the absolute pleasure of staying at the Heceta Lighthouse Bed & Breakfast for my birthday weekend (Jan 30 - Feb 1), and it was nothing short of magical! From the moment I arrived, the staff (Thank you Cecily, Misty, David, Michelle & Will) made me feel like royalty. Their warmth, attentiveness, and genuine hospitality set a new standard—kind, generous, engaging, and effortlessly professional, they created a truly personalized and relaxing experience that I will never forget.||The seven-course breakfast was an exquisite culinary adventure! Every bite was perfection, from the tuna ceviche to the candied ginger smoothies, followed by a homemade tomatillo frittata with sun-dried tomatoes and sage pork sausage. Every dish was crafted with care and full of incredible flavor. And let’s not forget the wine and cheese hour in the evening—absolute bliss!||Beyond the food and service, the bed itself was an experience. The perfect firmness, sheets that felt like they were woven by angels, and pillows so plush they made me want to stay curled up all day. Waking up to breathtaking ocean views and the charm of this historic Queen Anne-style home was simply unforgettable.||Between the stunning location, the rich history, the impeccable service, and the best sleep of my life, I didn’t want to leave. I will be telling everyone about this incredible gem, and I can’t wait to come back soon! If you're looking for a dream getaway, Heceta...