Holly Heights

Nestled on a hilltop east of Netarts, Holly Heights is a small townhome community with an expansive view of Oregon’s north coast. Inside, the paired three-bedroom, 2.5 bath townhomes focus on cozy luxury. The master bath includes a large-jetted tub and oversized shower, finished in tumbled marble and sculpted tile details.

Looking out over Cape Lookout, Netarts Bay and the Pacific Ocean, Holly Heights was built to respect sudden changes in the weather.

We face due-south and the weather comes right up on us,” said Holly Bates, co-developer of the project with her husband, builder Todd Bates. To withstand the wind, Bates built the paired townhome units with hip roofs on the south side. The idea was borrowed from Florida builders who found that hip roofs withstand hurricane force winds better than pitched roofs with overhanging eaves.

“We can get a pretty good storm up here,” Holly Bates said, “but one of our owners who retired here from Intel is always telling us he’s amazed at how tight his home is.”. She continued “If you have a lot of alcoves and dormers, that s where you can get into trouble with leaks.”

The Bates specified dimensional composite roofing, cedar shingles and vinyl0clad windows and doors to endure the climate. For their hilltop location, they incorporated a drainage plan that satisfied stringent zoning requirements.

The small size of the development befits the cozy feel the Bates put into the interiors of each residence. The three-bedroom, 2.5 bath homes have hardwood floors, tumbled marble finishes in the bathrooms and a two-person tub or show in each master bathroom.

Other features include custom interior and exterior light fixtures, raised panel doors, living room pellet stoves and built-in decorator shelves. Outside, there are private decks and drives and brick detailing. On the ocean side of the homes, there is a natural open space used ass the common area. Presently, it has been outfitted with some mock golf holes great for working on the golfer’s short game.

“The people who find us want something off the beaten path,” said Holly Bates of those who arrive at Holly Heights. “They want to avoid the crowds and tourism at Cannon Beach, Seaside and Lincoln City, and here they have their privacy.”