Less than a block from the sands of Neahkahnie Beach, 8170 Beeswax Trail offered an extraordinary blend of architecture, craftsmanship, natural beauty, and refined coastal living. Architect-designed, craftsman-built, and thoughtfully sited to capture both ocean and forest views, this modern coastal home was created to feel deeply connected to its surroundings.
The setting was a defining part of the property. Charming landscaping, mature trees, a gentle stream, and carefully composed outdoor spaces created a sense of calm before even stepping inside. From the home, the Pacific Ocean remained part of daily life, while the surrounding forest added privacy, texture, and quiet.
Inside, the design emphasized light, proportion, and connection. High ceilings, vaulted spaces, skylights, engineered hardwood, quartz finishes, and carefully planned art display areas contributed to an elegant, gallery-like feel. The kitchen was beautifully equipped with a built-in range, built-in refrigerator, built-in oven, convection oven, quartz surfaces, island, wine cooler, stainless steel appliances, appliance garage, and thoughtful storage.
One of the home’s most memorable features was the floor-to-ceiling sliding glass wall in the kitchen, opening to an inner courtyard. With the doors open, gatherings could flow naturally outside, warmed by the flicker of fire, cooled by ocean air, and framed by views toward the Pacific beyond.
The home also offered the rare convenience of an oversized garage with elevator access to the main living level, adding comfort and ease to the property’s refined coastal design. With 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 2,011 square feet of living space, and a 10,018-square-foot lot, the home balanced intimacy, elegance, and livability.
8170 Beeswax Trail sold on June 26, 2025, for $1,850,000.
Property Highlights
Address: 8170 Beeswax Trail, Manzanita, Oregon
Neighborhood: Neahkahnie
Status: Sold
Sold Date: June 26, 2025
Sold Price: $1,850,000
MLS: 687725156
Property Type: Residential
Style: Modern / Custom Style
Year Built: 2018
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2 full baths
Living Area: 2,011 sq. ft.
Lot Size: 10,018 sq. ft.
Stories: 1
Garage: Oversized 2-car garage
Views: Ocean and trees/woods
Location: Less than a block to Neahkahnie Beach
Lot Features: Gentle sloping, stream, trees, ocean beach one quarter mile or less
Interior Features: Elevator, engineered hardwood, high ceilings, vaulted ceiling, skylights, quartz surfaces, laundry, washer/dryer, ceiling fan
Kitchen Features: Built-in oven, built-in range, built-in refrigerator, convection oven, gas appliances, island, quartz, wine cooler, dishwasher, disposal, microwave, range hood, stainless steel appliances, appliance garage
Fireplace: Propane
Heating / Cooling: Forced air, heat pump air conditioning
Exterior Features: Inner courtyard, landscaped grounds, stream, driveway and off-street parking
Water Source: Public water
Roof: Metal
Zoning: NK15
Annual Taxes: $9,546
Schools: Nehalem Elementary, Neah-Kah-Nie Middle School, Neah-Kah-Nie High School
Listed By: Meadow Davis, Home + Sea Realty
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Architecture in Conversation With the Coast
What made this property especially compelling was the way the home blurred the line between interior and landscape. The courtyard, glass wall, ocean views, forested setting, and stream all worked together to create an experience that felt calm, intentional, and deeply connected to place.
The architectural quote included with the listing captured the spirit of the home beautifully:
“The view is not just a picture; it’s a vital element in our well-being, a source of calm and inspiration.” — Richard Neutra
At 8170 Beeswax Trail, that idea came to life in a distinctly Neahkahnie way: garden, forest, architecture, and ocean all woven into the rhythm of daily living.
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