You’re staying at Overleaf Lodge & Spa with the plan to relax, fully unwind and let go of all those day-to-day stresses that make you crave a vacation: work, errands, family obligations, healthcare appointments…the list goes on.

Relax! You came to the right place. There is lots to do while at Overleaf Lodge, without feeling like you’re doing anything at all. Here’s our list of favorite ways to relax:

Treat yourself to a spa day

Guests of Overleaf Lodge & Spa have the benefit of accessing our spa amenities without an appointment, including the oceanfront heated soaking tubs (you’ll need a bathing suit, and we do have suits for sale), the sauna and steam room, and the exercise room. So, however you prefer to burn off steam, these amenities are just the ticket. Take your relaxation to the next level by booking an appointment for a spa treatment, such as a massage or a facial, with one of Overleaf Spa’s licensed technicians. Check the spa services and prices here. You’re guaranteed to emerge feeling rejuvenated.

Share a bottle of wine or craft beer

Many Oregon wine and beer producers craft outstanding beverages, so take some time to consider the local selection available for purchase inside the Wine Cove at Overleaf Lodge & Spa. What better way to savor these singular Oregon flavors than to purchase a bottle to open and enjoy? We even stock logo glasses for you to purchase as a keepsake when you’re ready to pour. Our impressive selection includes whites, rosés, reds and sparkling wines.

Meditate

The practice of meditating may seem intimidating, especially if it’s not something you’ve done before, but meditation essentially means you’re being mindful in your breathing and present in your space. Try this: Open your balcony window so you can hear the outside sounds of the ocean and people moving out and about. Pick a quiet spot to sit in your room where you feel comfortable. Close your eyes, breathe slowly and deeply, and listen to the sounds around you for about 10 minutes. Don’t respond or react to any of the sounds or open your eyes. Just sit, taking it in. That’s all it takes to meditate!

Play a round of horseshoes

Next door at our sister property, The Fireside Motel, two horseshoe pits are located to the west of the parking lot and feature the best ocean view any player could imagine. Ask for a set of four horseshoes at the front desk. To play, players take turns tossing the horseshoe from the launching zone to the opposite pit. The horseshoe that lands closest to the center stake gets the point for that round. If the horseshoe catches the stake for a ringer, that’s worth three points. Move to the opposite pit for the next round and so on. The winner is the first to score 21 points. Try a game at sunset!

Walk the 804 Trail to the beach

Fresh air at the coast is good for anyone’s soul and relaxes your mind and spirit. Our guests love to share their experiences while walking the 804 Trail, often venturing as far as the stretch of beach on the north end of the path. Once on the beach, you can walk for miles, really. Take pictures of what you see. Share your moments with us. More relaxation awaits when you return to your room.

Enjoy games, puzzles, books, movies

If you forgot to pack a book to read, some options are on display inside the Village Gift Gallery next door at The Fireside Motel, or visit Books and More nearby in downtown Yachats to peruse a collection of gently used books. Above the lobby on the second floor, our library has puzzles and games that can be borrowed. And packs of playing cards are available for sale in the lobby! As for movies, check out our library’s DVD collection, a good mix of recent and classic movies, including family-friendly flicks; DVD checkouts are complimentary for our guests.

Look for wildlife, fishing trawlers

Often you don’t even need binoculars to see a decent variety of coastal wildlife outside your room windows. From seagulls to sea lions, from whales to petrels and osprey, you’ll be treated to a plethora of sights depending on the season. Binoculars are available for loan at the front desk! You might even glimpse a fishing trawler in the distance. Want to know the name of the boat and where it hails from? Check out this tracker for vessels along the Oregon Coast.