North Bend is a relaxed, walkable coastal town with bayfront trails, long sandy beaches, good fishing/boating access, local cafes and a compact downtown — great for travel therapists who want easy-to-reach outdoor recreation, quiet evenings, and affordable short‑term living while on multi‑week contracts.
Nearby Coos Bay (adjacent) provides more restaurants, breweries, arts and medical amenities, and Florence (about an hour north) offers the Oregon Dunes, scenic beaches and extra weekend activities.