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Large Family Friendly House on the Santiam River w/ Hobbit Door!

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Large Family Friendly House on the Santiam River w/ Hobbit Door!

Enjoy a relaxing stay right on the north Santiam River at the Spring Shire House.

A family-built 2014 house of ~3000 square feet to provide plenty of space for relaxation. It sleeps 14 and can handle more if needed. Nestled on the banks of the North Santiam River, it provides waterfront views and access for swimming, rafting, kayaking, or fishing.

The house is fully furnished and waiting for you! The first floor contains a master bedroom and master bath, with jacuzzi bathtub and shower. Upstairs you will find 3 large bedrooms with spacious closets and queen sized beds. All rooms include a dresser and walk in closet.

Also upstairs is 1 large bonus bedroom with 4 built in bunk beds plus a queen bed and a divan for kids. The bonus bedroom has a unique feature -- a hobbit door for an entry. Round, functional and fun, it is sized for the little people including a peephole. The room is decorated with Hobbit and Lord of the Rings posters and items to add magic to a child's imagination. There is also a stock of toys there for kids of all ages. There is a standard fire door for adult/emergency ingress and egress.

2 full baths upstairs and 1.5 baths downstairs keeps everyone happy. Bathrooms are already stocked with normal toiletries.

Throughout the house you will find bookshelves with books and/or movies to entertain. A smaller TV upstairs will let the kids watch videos or play on the PS2. Downstairs a large 55" TV provides adult viewing options, with both DVD and Blu-Ray capabilities along with a Netflix account. The house has wifi with 5G speed for internet devices and browsing.

The kitchen is fully outfitted including incidental supplies and condiments. Includes a stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator and 2 deep sinks for ease of use. Cupboard contain a full set of dishes, glassware , silverware, cookware and standard spices for dining/cooking in. An ultra quiet dishwasher will handle the mess while everyone enjoys the activities on the first floor. The large island, with 4 bar stool chairs, create a casual eating place if desired.

The great room contains a 12-person dining room table made from polished classic barnwood with matching benches, giving a great feel of country living. Next to it is a small kid-sized table with an inlaid chess/checker board and four chairs. There are additional tables/chairs in a nearby closet for even larger groups.

The room continues to a large sectional couch, recliner, area rug and some chairs and stools. The entire side of the house facing the river has large windows and benches with storage (puzzles and games) and cushions to allow river viewing while relaxing, and plenty of seating. A gas fireplace completes the cozy room.

Outside in the back is a concrete patio with quite a bit of seating, and was recently expanded to wrap around to form another river viewing area on the side of the house as well. If interested, pull the full size BBQ out from the garage and connect it to the propane outlet built into the house for grilling up a quick bite or slow roasting steaks.

Feel free to grab the rafts, paddles and life vests out of the garage for a trip down the river (standard run to a nearby state park takes 90-120 minutes and runs through about 6 rapids, most Class 2 and one Class 3). Or perhaps fishing is your way of relaxing -- grab the poles and tackle box from the garage and see if you can land a steelhead or rainbow trout.

Any visitor will be drawn to the river, with its relaxing hum and cheerful water swirls. It is shallow enough along the bank to allow easy swimming and wading for younger kids but wide enough to allow the rafters and kayakers to slide by with no more disturbance than a wave from the bank. Grab a chair and rest your feet in the cool water, perhaps skip some rocks or just relax and watch the water.

A rope swing on an apple tree and the nearby fire pit (with firewood cut close by) round out the outdoor items. See if the kids can find the secret fairy door hidden somewhere along the base of the house...

Mill City is a quiet town in the foothills of the Cascades and near multiple hikes, parks, and recreational opportunities. Many choices and some legendary pizza distinguish this hidden gem of a community.

This house was built on property owned by our grandfather, who loved the river and passed that down to us. We use the house ourselves and want to share the relaxation and fun that we experience every time we visit. We hope you will enjoy your stay!

Property manager

Chris Storey

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video game console
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Security deposit will be retained if rule violated

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Mill City, OR

What's nearby

  • North Santiam River - 4 min drive
  • Detroit Lake - 26 min drive
  • Oregon Garden - 48 min drive
  • Willamette Valley Vineyards - 48 min drive
  • Silver Falls State Park - 56 min drive

Getting around

  • Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mill City Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Giovanni Mountain Pizza - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Rosie's Mountain Coffee House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sierra Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Trio Tavern - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Large Family Friendly House on the Santiam River w/ Hobbit Door! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large Family Friendly House on the Santiam River w/ Hobbit Door!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Family Friendly House on the Santiam River w/ Hobbit Door!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large Family Friendly House on the Santiam River w/ Hobbit Door! located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from North Santiam River and 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Elkhorn Golf Course. Detroit Lake and Silver Falls State Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Large Family Friendly House on the Santiam River w/ Hobbit Door! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gracie W.

Family stay
Was a perfect place to fit all 7 adults on our family reunion
Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ronfeld stay
Very fun. Lovely home, well stocked and situated for large group. Trash containers full upon arrival, so left or trash in the garage. Not able to use the fireplace, maybe shut off for the summer? Would have appreciated more firewood for the fire pit. Otherwise, amazing time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
This property is perfect for us. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home
This house is awesome. Right on the river. Plenty of space
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Drayson M.

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd stay just as good as the first
This was our second stay and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house is well equipped in the kitchen, garage (rafts, fishing, ping pong etc), blankets, towels etc. The property is in a great location and the river is literally in the backyard. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ladies Getaway
The house had a terrific layout, plenty of room for all of us. The river view fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Family Time
The location on the river cannot be beat. The house is set up for large gatherings without a lot of fuss. Set up as a happy space for both kids and adults. There’s enough living room and dining seating to easily accommodate our large family - this is always a challenge for us as our extended family grows. Thank you, Chris, for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
WONDERFUL
We love this house and everything about it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

christine r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loving Mill City!
This place is awesome! Location are perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location
Great for our large family. The town folk were so friendly. Plenty to do.Well stocked and close enough to activities. Games for all ages. 74 year old grandma even floated the river. Wish we had planned a longer trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

RACHEL S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wish we could have stayed longer!
Beautiful home with lots of room. We loved the river being in the backyard and hope to stay again soon. Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chandra Shekhar B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View
It was amazing vacation at this property
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janay M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, property, and experience!
My family of 5 needed to make a last minute trip to Mill City, the property owner was very responsive and able to accommodate our needs. The property itself is on a quite, private street, right on the beautiful river. The pictures do not do the property justice as it was much, much nicer in person. It is also very well stocked with cooking items and spices, which I always really appreciate. It is located right down town, walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores. We enjoyed our stay so much that we are planning our large family trip at this property next year. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Weekend
We absolutely loved our stay! I wasn't expecting this home to be as well stocked as it was even after seeing reviews that mentioned it. It was great having so many things to choose from in the kitchen to cook with. It was funny when we did dishes & realized we had used 5 cookie sheets but there were still more in the cupboard. We loved the amount of blankets that were in so many different spots so that there were plenty to choose from. This is truly a fully stocked home. The variety of games was overwhelming! We could have spent the entire time playing them but wouldn't have gotten through all of them. This was our first time doing something other than a hotel & we loved that the feeling wasn't sterile, it felt "lived in" & loved. Thank you so much for sharing your home & allowing us to make some amazing memories there!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason H., Salem

Liked: Cleanliness
As we walked in: it was clean and well stocked, and waiting for us.
From the moment we arrived we loved this house. It was roomy, comfortable and well maintained. But our favorite; for everyone of us! was the Santiam River. Peaceful, close to nature and lots of things to do. Most special were the "winks and babble" from the River. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home!
Perfect for our annual family get together. Hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth B., Sandy, or

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Get-Away
So much space for everyone! Comfortable beds, plenty of linens, and soooo many Water Toys!!! The Kitchen was well stocked, and we even caught fish right in the back yard river access! Fantastic escape!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
We had a great stay and the property by the lake was beautiful. We hope to come back and stay again. It had many great amenities and we enjoyed our time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed every moment....
We enjoyed every moment of our stay... beautiful, peaceful setting... a truly fully stocked kitchen... wide variety of games, puzzles, activities available. Thank you!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melba M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable stay
We had a 3 generation family get together ( 12 people ranging in age from 1 to 74) and all had an enjoyable time. There was a good variety of games, books, and movies for different tastes and ages. It was somewhat cool and rainy while we were there so we weren't able to enjoy playing in the river, but we certainly enjoyed the view from the many windows. The house was spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krystal B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Home for Large Family Get Together
Very comfortable, well stocked house with wonderful indoor and outdoor places to relax. The kids loved the hobbit door. The river was beautiful! The kitchen was fabulous had everything you might need!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darcey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Home
This rental was an all around good find. Well stocked. Right on the river. Quiet neighborhood. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and relaxing!
We looked for a place with 5 bedrooms and 3-4 bathrooms and by a river. This place was perfect! It was so relaxing to listen to the river rush by. And even though it was early March and pretty cold, we had a great bonfire. The cupboards were well equipped with almost everything we needed to cook our family dinners. The only problems that we had were no propane for the BBQ and the bike pump didn't work. We could have brought them if we had known. But all in all, we loved the place and didn't want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Linda b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
Very nice property for family gatherings.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends getaway
Best weekend ever.. the house was big enough for our whole group and was stocked with everything we might possibly need.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020