Vacation Blog

Bella Beach Resort is a charming seaside community of Nantucket-style cottages, tucked-in between Lincoln City and Depoe Bay on the Oregon Coast.  These well-appointed homes features inviting front porches, cozy fireplaces and many have hit tubs and ocean views, too.  Bella Beach is a best place to take kids on vacation for many reasons – including the on-property playground, open green spaces…

Top Reasons to Love Living that Resort Life in Bella Beach this Fall For many vacationers, fall and winter are their favorite seasons along the Oregon Coast. This time of year, the days can still be surprisingly sunny and warm, and the evening sunsets seem even more golden in September, October, and November. Depoe Bay…

What is there to love about a family vacation at Bella Beach Resort? EVERYTHING!  When you drive in to this peaceful, seaside community just South of Lincoln City, time starts to slow down.  You breathe deeper, the sound of waves crashing becomes the soundtrack to your weekend and you can park the car and not…

When you want to plan that perfect family vacation, or a big reunion, or a corporate retreat, location is key. You need a space that’s spacious enough to accomodate a large group of people, and at the same time must be interesting, memorable, and fun! Fortunately, there’s no shortage of great places for your group…

The Oregon Coast is an extra-special getaway in the Winter months – with impressive storms on the regular, King tides crashing over the rocks and more sunny days than one would think, there is always something beautiful to enjoy.  The beach is also a great place to relax, and many of Oregon’s best spas are…

Halloween is fun for the whole family on the Oregon Coast! From pumpkin patches to trick-or-treating at the local businesses in town to local events planned to celebrate the season (or to just get scared…. see Haunted House info below) there are lots of ways you can enjoy this spooky time of year.  We have…

The Oregon Coast is a favorite destination for families, with seemingly endless opportunities for discovery and fun. In Lincoln City, there are so many opportunities to put smiles on the faces of those you love. We recently checked in with some local kiddos we know, and they assured us that this list gets their “Dino-mite”…

Best Reasons to Live that Resort Life at Bella Beach this Fall Two of the best-kept secrets on the Oregon Coast are September and October! Fall on the Oregon Coast is a stunner – the golden light, the leaves turning color…and you will often feel like you have the beach to yourself. Fall at Olivia…

As the last days of Summer are heading undeniably toward Fall, it’s a good time to revisit rainy day activities for kids in Lincoln City and on the Coast.  Lincoln City has tons of options, and we have rounded up our favorites below. September, October and November can be gorgeous months on the Oregon Coast…

Meredith Lodging’s beloved Sand Dollar Home sits just above beautiful Roads End beach – with only a grassy oceanfront yard) perfect for pups!) between you and the sand. I have long been a fan of A-frames in general…and one ON the beach where we could also bring our pup along for the weekend? SOLD….and booked as soon as we could find…

Meredith Lodging Announces Funding is Complete for the Lincoln City Police K-9 Project Lincoln City, OR. Meredith Lodging (along with Oksenholt Capital) announced this week that they have completed their announced matching gifts campaign and fully funded the Lincoln City Police K9 project. The mission of the Lincoln City Police K-9 Project is to promote…

September 25, 2019For Immediate ReleaseMeredith Lodging LLCContact: Kim Kripalani @ ‪[email protected] City – OR. Meredith Lodging announced this week that they have presented a gift of $10,000 to the Lincoln City Chapter of Family Promise. Family Promise is a national nonprofit whose mission is to help families experiencing homelessness and low-income families achieve sustainable independence…

Meredith Lodging is proud to announce a recent article on OregonBusiness.com. This in-depth feature highlights our success and the core of who we are. From the beginning, we’ve combined our property management expertise with exceptional hospitality standards. We’ve always placed the needs of our owners, guests, and employees above all else. We’re happy to see…

Meredith Lodging’s Top Five Snow Day activities in Central Oregon It’s a winter wonderland in Central Oregon and Meredith Lodging can help you plan the perfect snow day getaway! We have rounded up our top list of snow-day activities that are fun for the whole family. Our Vacation Planners are ready to help you plan…

Central Oregon is home to some of the best weather in Oregon!  That said, a little rain must fall every once in a while. If you are spending stormy days with kiddos, having a plan is key.  Meredith Lodging has rounded up our shortlist of favorite rainy day activities for kids in Central Oregon –…

September still feels like Summer in Central Oregon.  Now is a great time to plan a getaway and soak up those sunny skies (and temps still in the 70’s!) before Fall truly arrives. We’ve gathered up some of our can’t miss events for the month of September.  When you stay with Meredith Lodging in one…

Sunriver vacations are a family-friendly dream anytime of year!  We love to hike and bike and swim at the SHARC in the Summer and sled the hills and head up to Mt. Bachelor for some of Oregon’s best skiing and snowboarding in the Winter.  No matter what time of year, we love to fuel up…

Ski And Stay in Bend at Mt. Bachelor Village by Meredith Lodging Winter is a wonderful time of year in Central Oregon! The mountain tops are blanketed with snow and the winter sport community awakes each morning with growing excitement– ski season is here at last! When seeking a destination for exhilarating winter recreation, Mt.…

Yachats (pronounced YA-hots, for those in the know!) calls itself the Gem of the Oregon Coast, and it’s easy to see why. Blessed with a dramatic, rocky coastline and the picturesque estuary of the Yachats River, this small town gives you easy access to surf and sand. The headlands to the north, including the astonishing…

Now is the time to plan your Valentine’s Day getaway to Central Oregon and take advantage of the easy access to all the outdoor activities, delicious restaurants, popular bars and breweries, cozy coffee shops and local favorite boutiques.  Reserve your Sunriver or Bend vacation rental now and plan your itinerary with the help of Meredith…

It is easy to see why Central Oregon is a popular, year-round vacation destination. During the Summer, you can enjoy long, sunny days perfect for hiking, biking, SUP-ing, swimming, rafting, and enjoying the outdoors to your heart’s content. Come Winter, Central Oregon is home to some of the best powder in the Unites States with…

Central Oregon is a great place to celebrate all things spook-tastic!  From lots of kid-friendly trick or treat activities to exploring the outdoors, to beer tastings…Bend really has something for everyone no matter how you like to celebrate Halloween.  We have assembled a short-list of can’t miss events to help you plan your Halloween getaway…

Mt. Bachelor Village is ideally located to numerous hiking trails along the Cascade Lakes Hwy.  Meander down to the Deschutes river trail and take in the sights of the towering pines and wildlife or visit the Three Sisters Wilderness for breathtaking views of the Cascade Mountains. Here are our top 5 family friendly hikes in…

Top Five Upgrades Vacation Home Owners Can Make that Guests Love – Central Oregon Edition! Vacationers looking to book Central Oregon Vacation Rentals have more choices than ever, and a home’s first impression (usually made online) is crucial to that home’s success. Meredith Lodging believes in truly partnering with our Oregon Vacation Home owners to…