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Perched on a rocky bluff above the deep blue Pacific, Rainbow Rock Retreat commands a dramatic 180 degree scenic ocean view. A short trail meanders down the bluff to a secluded beach below. Numerous sea stacks and small islands sit just off shore bringing a three dimensional quality to the ocean scene. In the distance, to the Southwest, a rocky island and lighthouse can be seen. From the balcony one can see the California coast to the South, and far into the vast blue Pacific to the Northwest. From any vantage point,
this is a paradise.

Rainbow Rock Retreat is in what is arguably the most scenic coastal corridor in the entire Pacific Northwest. From Harris State Beach, 1.5 miles South, and for over 50 miles to the North, the drive along the ocean is a feast of dramatic shoreline, rocky outcroppings, and scenic capes. Please see some of the pictures on this site of the coast nearby. The Rainbow Rock Condominium community of only five small oceanfront buildings, is unique in it's isolated beauty; with the closest coastal property over 2300 ft to the South, and none for 20 miles to the North. The Retreat borders the Samuel H. Boardman State Park, an 11 mild scenic coastal park. The Oregon Coastal Trail begins at the border of the Rainbow Rock Retreat property and extends the length of the park, and beyond. The trail offers both forested and scenic ocean vistas. See the "Cape Ferrelo" link above to see a slide show of the hike from Rainbow Rock Retreat to Cape Ferrelo, about 1.5 miles to the North, along the coast. The beach at Rainbow Rock Retreat is wonderful for strolling on, and has an assortment of tide pools due to the rock formations. There is a cave that traverses the length of the Rainbow Rock promontory (perhaps 80 feet long) that is accessible when the tide goes out. If you walk through it you can access the beach to the South (the beach seen in the picture above). Brookings, Oregon is a wonderful little coastal town, two miles to the South, with a small but active harbor. Between December and August, you can go down to the docks and purchase Dungeness Crab from several of the crab gathering vessels as they arrive. Brookings is just six miles from the Northern California border. Some of the most beautiful Old Growth California Redwood groves are within a short drive from Rainbow Rock Retreat. In particular, the Jedediah Smith State Park Giant Redwood Grove, rated by some as the most beautiful grove in existence, is only 30 minutes away. Within a short drive are multiple rivers to raft (hence the name of the area, "Wild River's Coast"), and some of the best fishing in the Northwest. Rainbow Rock Retreat is a well appointed unit with a wood fireplace. We are on the second floor of the most Westward facing condominium. We have the coveted Northwest corner unit, expanding the view. The corner balcony faces the ocean and the cool summer breeze. As you can see below, the views are magnificent. This small and friendly gated community values the locations quiet and peaceful state of being.

Wide angle shot of the 180 degree view from the balcony at Rainbow Rock Retreat (everything is pushed away by the lens angle). April, 2010 >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

This is near actual perspective* from the balcony looking North-Northwest (* This is just about what it looks like if you were standing on the balcony)

This is near actual perspective from the balcony looking West. Taken April 15, 2010.
To get a sense of size and distance, consider the fact that in the small picture to the right, the black mark that is angled to the right of the triangular shaped island, is a 40 to 50 ft, 30 to 40 ton, Grey Whale breaching high out of the water in mid April, 2010.

This is near actual perspective from the balcony looking West-Northwest.

THE VIEWS.....Oh, the views!

Romantic.....Magical.....Transcendent

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This is near actual perspective from the balcony looking Southwest. Taken April 15, 2010. You can see the Northern California coast in the background.

Early morning shot to the South. When the fog begins to clear, the coast becomes sublime. June 12, 2010.

About Brookings, Oregon, and the infamous Banana Belt

Brookings-Harbor (it's proper name) is a classic, picturesque, Pacific Northwest harbor town. Here you will find restaurants, grocery stores, a movie theater, art galleries, antique shops, and kayak/outdoor gear rental facilities. Seven miles South is a casino. One can charter a fishing boat, or go whale watching. You can buy fresh crab at the harbor on most afternoons. Brookings, Oregon is located in the "Banana Belt", a 30 mile, unusually temperate, microclimate-zone, with relatively stable year round temperatures. Temperatures in the high 60's are not uncommon throughout the winter months. Likewise, sunny days are more common in this area along the coast than anywhere on the Northwest coast. In the five mile stretch between Brookings and the California border one can find Easter Lilly fields that bloom in the winter months. Oranges, daffodils, and other flowers bloom in mid January. Flowers and plants typically seen in Hawaii, and other subtropical regions flourish here. Whales can be seen from the balcony, passing through year round (see Whale Watching). The rainy season is between November and March bringing dramatic storms and crashing, thunderous waves (many come to watch the storms and the tumultuous sea). These storms and rainy days are regularly interspersed with calm, sunny days. Most of the remainder of the year finds relatively clear skies. Summers are cooled by ocean breezes and typically in the high 60's to high 70's (several days from June to August will reach into the 80's). Inland, just one mile will find temps reaching into the mid 90's. Fog is common in the morning in the summer months with dramatic views as the fog disperses along the coast. To the North is a 30 mile scenic corridor containing some of the most beautiful, ruggedly scenic coastline in the world. This 30 mile stretch is known as the "Wild Rivers Coast". Southern Oregon Coast, Brookings vacation rental, Brookings Oregon vacation rental, Brookings, OR vacation rental,

This is near actual perspective from the balcony looking South. Taken in June 12, 2010. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> MORE THIS WAY>>>>>>>>

Rainbow Rock Retreat is a family owned condominium that is offered as a vacation rental for no more than 12 weeks per year. The private gated Rainbow Rock Condominium Complex is about two miles North of Brookings, Oregon and is directly on the Oregon Coast. The Community sits atop a Bluff, magnifying the magestic views of the Southern Oregon Coast. Brookings, Oregon is just 6 miles North of the California Border. The Brookings, Oregon/Rainbow Rock area is within a short drive to the most scenic California Redwood Groves, including Jedediah Smith State Park Giant Redwood Grove, about 30 minutes away and The Redwood National Park, just 40 minutes away. Brookings, Oregon is also at the Southern most tip of Oregon's Wild Rivers Coast, and features the most scenic 30 mile stretch of coastline found in the Pacific Northwest, and possible all of the Continental US. Rainbow Rock Retreat is on a 13 acres and borders the Samuel H. Boardman State Park, an 11 mild scenic coastal park. The Oregon Coastal Trail begins at the border of the Rainbow Rock Retreat property and extends the length of the park, and beyond. The trail offers both forested and scenic ocean vistas. In the two miles between Rainbow Rock and Brookings, Oregon, is Harris Beach State Park, one of the more photographed shorelines in Oregon. To the North, is Lone Ranch Beach and Cape Ferrelo, both magnificent and scenic. Approximately 15 miles North is the Beautiful Pistol River scenic shoreline and Cape Sebastian. Gold Beach is approximately 30 minutes from Rainbow Rock Retreat. The scenic location and wonderful accommodations provided by Rainbow Rock Retreat make it a remarkable and memorable place to retreat to for romance, peace, and serenity.

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