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Have you ever dreamed of a whale-watching vacation complete with one of those luxurious, Lincoln City is a perfect location in the heart of this idyllic stretch of coastline. There are enough finely-appointed Oregon beach house rentalsavailable here to make the memories of your whale-watching adventure an experience you’ll never forget. While Gray Whales are the most common to see from the shore or especially while on a whale-watching tour, there are several other species of whale that you might just be lucky enough to see. Here are all the whales that you might find, if the timing is right, near the Oregon coast:

This is the most common whale found along the Oregon coast both during migration season and throughout the year, as some have even made this area their permanent home. Gray Whales can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds and grow as long as 50 feet, but this massive size doesn’t stop them from soaring as high as 15 feet into the air.

The Orca, also known as the Killer Whale, is also fairly common to spot from Oregon’s coastline, though nowhere near as common as the Gray Whale. You will be most likely to spot an Orca in April, when they are chasing babies, but there are rare sightings of transient Orcas in other parts of the year.    

If you manage to get ten miles from the shoreline during a whale-watching tour, you may be lucky enough to spot a Blue Whale. These behemoths get as big as 180 tons and 100 feet long, making them hard to miss for those lucky enough to be graced with their splendid presence.

The Minke Whale is not frequently seen from the Oregon Coastline, but there are occasional sightings on whale-watching tours. Those who get out on a tour that reaches miles out into the ocean will be more likely to see a Minke, which is known for its darker color, white underside, and ability to dive for as long as 15 minutes.

The Humpback Whale is usually only spotted near the Oregon Coast during summer and in some peak migration periods during the springtime, and even then they are usually only spotted on a whale-watching tour at least 15 miles off the shore. But if you are lucky enough to see one, you’ll be impressed with their length – at up to 60 feet long – and their trademark hump and knobby head.

The Sperm Whale is usually only spotted near the Oregon Coast between March and September by boats that are sitting miles offshore. As the largest toothed whale with the biggest brain of any creature on Earth, these magical creatures are worth the wait if you’re able to finally see one.

The lesson here might just be that a professional whale-watching tour is the only way to go once you have booked your stay at one of the many local beach vacation rentals. Lincoln City, OR has many tours and accommodations to choose from.      

If you’re aching to get away before the summer sun is a thing of the past, you should know that there are still sizzling summer specials on Oregon beach vacation rentals along the beautiful central coast. Winter rates go into effect for A-1 Beach Rentals’ 26 properties in Lincoln City and Depoe Bay this September, but the agency is still offering its Summer Special for the 2-story Chinook Winds Hideaway near the beach and casino. For only $110 per night during the week and $175 per night on the weekend, you can sleep up to eight people with plenty of space for dining, entertainment,

Whether you take advantage of this Summer Special on the Chinook Winds Hideaway or book any of A-1’s 26 homes and condos, you’ll be saving money on your next beach vacation in the heart of Oregon’s beautiful stretch of coastline. Everyone deserves a break to get away for a while, and a tight budget shouldn’t stop you from doing so in style. Deluxe Oregon beach rentals are available for couples, small groups and large families, with a host of amenities for sleeping, eating, bathing, relaxing, indulging and staying entertained all included in the price. By sharing the space with your group, preparing most of your own meals, and taking advantage of free activities such as walking to the beach and enjoying the entertainment amenities of your beach house, everyone can stay happy and well-fed in a beautiful and carefree setting for one low price.     

The Chinook Winds Hideaway is one of the most ideal Oregon beach house rentals to plan an end-of-summer getaway around. This family-friendly property is located within close proximity to the beach and the casino, as well as the nearby lighthouse, museums, theatre, golf course, mini-golf center, playground, craft shopping area, and many local conveniences. The house features two queen beds, two bunk beds, three bathrooms, dining seats for eight, bbq, kitchen equipped with appliances and utensils, washer and dryer, gas fireplace, linens, and ironing board. Entertainment amenities such as a hot tub on deck with an ocean view and finely appointed entertainment rooms that include a 42” plasma TV, cable television, DVD/CD player, stereo system, wifi, ping pong, air hockey, foosball, games, puzzles, toys and kids’ books.

So, still aching to get away? Even if this Summer Special isn’t right for you at this very moment, A-1 Beach Rentals offers 25 other homes and condos along the Central Oregon Coast in Lincoln City and Depoe Bay that might be perfect for your plans. With everything from quiet beaches to historic landmarks to the excitement of the casino, it could be your perfect getaway.