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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Interior
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6196 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Waterfront retreat with a private hot tub & large deck in a tranquil setting

Barlow Creekside Lodge

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Nestled alongside the Sandy River, this beautiful Mt. Hood vacation rental offers plenty of peace and quiet near the friendly community of Rhododendron. Perfect for a family ski-cation, this secluded home offers rustic, lodge decor, a sunroom with a forest view, a full kitchen, a wood stove, a creekside picnic table, and a large, wraparound deck with a gas grill and a private hot tub.

This home is only a short drive from the Mt. Hood Scenic Byway and well-known restaurants like the Rendezvous and the ZigZag Inn. Guests can golf at the nearby Mt. Hood Oregon Resort just three miles away in Welches, or hike several trails, discover hidden waterfalls, and try a little rock climbing. Ski season is a popular time to visit, with Timberline Lodge, Mt. Hood Meadows, and Mt. Hood Skibowl all within a 24-mile drive. And while the snow is on the ground, you can explore the nearby community of Rhododendron on snowshoes, cross-country skis, or by snowmobile.

THINGS TO KNOW
Streaming services are available with guests' accounts.
Age-appropriate games and toys are available for younger guests.
PERMIT ID#STR-457-12

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Oregon

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private spa tub
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 5 spaces)

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Streaming services
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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

  • Unit size: 2,108 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Rhododendron, OR

What's nearby

  • Mountain Sports - 4 min drive
  • The Courses at Resort at the Mountain - 5 min drive
  • Salmon River - 5 min drive
  • Timberline Lodge Ski Area - 27 min drive
  • Mount Hood Meadows - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dragonfly Cafe & Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Barlow Trail Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brightwood Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Zigzag Mountain Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Brewsters - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront retreat with a private hot tub & large deck in a tranquil setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront retreat with a private hot tub & large deck in a tranquil setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront retreat with a private hot tub & large deck in a tranquil setting?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront retreat with a private hot tub & large deck in a tranquil setting located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Sandy River and Mount Hood National Forest. Mountain Sports and The Courses at Resort at the Mountain are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Waterfront retreat with a private hot tub & large deck in a tranquil setting Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 134 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 134 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 134 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 134 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 134 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alese A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Unwinding Space
I needed to step away for “real life” and clear my head and this was the absolute perfect place to do that! Relaxing serene atmosphere. I’d absolutely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Remote Getaway in a Nice Home!
I'll start by saying I'm not a huge fan of property management run vacation homes versus owner run ones. But this home by Vacasa was too good to pass up. Highlights for our group were: the amazing 2 minute 'hike' to private creek access with relaxing benches to watch the stream pass by, the hot tub, and the kitchen table (for board games and meals together). The house was large and spacious, so plenty of room for family to have their own space when they wanted to relax. The grill and patio furniture on the deck was great for some relaxing outside time! Bit of a rocky start as we'd arrived with the power and water off due to an outage in the area (this is where Vacasa did get a bit frustrating, as we dealt with at least 9 different reps throughout our time there until we finally found the local 'feet on the ground' crew to help solve our issues). Fortunately besides the power, our issues weren't many, prime of which was a wasps nest inside the tub on the deck. They eventually sent out pest control to assist which was nice. All in all a great place to stay, very relaxing, very close to so many of the nearby popular hikes along the Columbia River Gorge, and within the Mt. Hood region!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D., Newberg, OR

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday getaway
I took my partner and thier friend to this house and it was a great time. We ended up going up to the mountain and relaxing with a well deserved dip in the hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break fun
Cozy with plenty of room to spread out. Enjoyed the hot tub! Lots of family game time. Close to many great activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Nathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer vacation
Nice location right on the creek. Close to Mount Hood and activities. We really enjoyed our stay! A couple of maintenance issues: front right burner on the stove didnt work; outdoor grill was broken; 2 of 4 jets in hot tub didn't function.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely rustic home
We loved this quiet property on the river with wood stove and hot tub. Plenty of seating for everyone with open kitchen. Close to sled parks and Skibowl. Will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Alyssa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin!
Loved the property! Hot tub was fantastic and the creek is beautiful. The house was very well stocked - many kitchen supplies and extra blankets, etc. The only reason I'm not giving a 5 star review is due to the accuracy of the listing - the listing advertises 4 twin beds in the third bedroom, and in reality there were only 3.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Melanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very disappointed that the hot tub didn’t work
The hot tub was broken the whole time which was a huge bummer. Otherwise we really loved the space and the location. The creek was a huge plus, easy to walk to and very peaceful. I am only leaving a 3 star review because of the hot tub and that we received little to no response regarding when it would be fixed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for families.
Wonderful cozy cabin in a beautiful setting. We found it very clean and stocked with everything we needed. The property manager was attentive and took care of issues immediately. We stayed here with our daughter and her family. Children from 1-10 and we all loved it. I would highly recommend this property. We enjoyed it so much we hope to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Erin O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
The house was old and charming. We enjoyed the snow. The driveway was dangerous with the ice and on a curve in the road but started melting while we were there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ski Weekend
This was a great spot for a ski weekend with friends! The kitchen was well equipped, and the hot tub was lovely. Lots of movies and books, close to the mountain, and plenty of space to spread out!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

4/10 Poor

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Poorly maintained exterior
The house was as described. However, NO ONE had ever shoveled the stairs, the deck, the drive, nor the hot tub area. Luckily no one slipped on the stairs going into the front door. I would NEVER rent this house again in the winter. Apparently the landlord does not care if they get sued due to the lack of attention on the outside stairs going to the front door. The hot tub was totally non-usable also!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rudolph M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another relaxing trip
Another relaxing trip in the books! As always a clean house with all amenities ready upon arrival. After catching the first snowstorm of the season at Timberline, we returned to the cabin and unwound in the hot tub and grilled a filling dinner for hungry guests. Looking forward already to our next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Angela C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well appointed cabin
Our stay was not off to a good start because the power was out and there was no firewood. We did find a working flashlight and eventually got a hold of the management company for more info. That first night was not what we expected, but we got some good laughs. In the morning, and full light, we got to explore the cabin, wander around the property, and enjoy the hot tub! The cabin was super cute with it’s rustic decor and had everything we needed for cooking and being comfortable. The hot tub was so relaxing, even with the pine needles. Overall, this cabin was just what this group of gals needed to unwind and recharge. The downstairs area would make it great for a family vacation home since there are bunk beds, a bathroom, and a tv room (perfect for a kids hangout). The only big issue, besides the lack of firewood, is a heating vent on the floor by the slider door that is not secured or sturdy. If we had stepped the wrong way coming in, our foot would have easily went through it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martha A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, spacious and very comfortable.
The rental process was professional very easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy, nicely furnished secluded cabin
Property was very well maintained and clean throughout. Kitchen was well stocked. Hot tub was clean and a very nice feature. Cabin was very roomy and comfortable and nicely furnished. Only issue was the gas grill need to be cleaned and repaired or replaced. Certainly would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, quiet stay
We stayed here in May and had the most wonderful time. The property is quiet and secluded, even though it is quite near the main roads. The home is appointed very comfortably and we really can’t say enough about how relaxing our stay was. The kitchen had everything we needed, the house was spacious and we felt safe the entire time. Due to our rental car being a truck (hard to be picky when that’s all that’s left) and it raining the afternoon of our arrival, we stopped by the property before check-in time to stash our suitcases under the porch. The person who was cleaning the property was nice enough to pull them inside, and when we arrived later we found that they’d hauled the suitcases upstairs! A lovely, very much appreciated gesture. VRBO was quick to help us with an issue getting the hot tub started upon our arrival (mostly user error) and it worked perfectly for the rest of our stay. We just loved everything about the property and will be back again :)
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient Comfortable and Relaxing stay
Location was great for all we had planned to do. Beds were very comfortable for getting a good nights sleep. Our two grandchildren loved all the toys and stuffed bears. Couldn’t have asked for a better accommodation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rudolph M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay
Barlow Creekside Lodge is a great location that is quiet but close to all the activity. The house is well kept and comfortable and has everything you need to relax and enjoy. This is a repeat stay and we look forward to our next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ildiko C., Portland

Liked: Cleanliness
Special space
This was such a special place! Not just the location itself, but the coziness of the home and all the amenities! My partner and I were both in need of a serious break from work and life, and this was just the remedy we needed! Note: we could not figure out to get the hot tub jets to work but the heat worked fine so it was not a bust.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

lucy v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous! Loved it.
It was awesome coming “home” to the house my parents used to own with 4 of my siblings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

John L., Spring

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Stay
The cabin was very nice. I have stayed in may cabins in the area and would recommend for a large family stay. The location is quite and somewhat secluded. Everything was clean and well maintained.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brook W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Check in was delayed by almost 2 hours. Other than that everything was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Anna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin along the river
Great house/cabin on the river, wooded trail, hot tub, spacious house. Exactly as advertised. Unfortunately, the cleaning person was still cleaning when we arrived at 4pm so we had to wait to enter. He left us with extra cleaning supplies for our trouble so that was nice. Also, many of the dishes had food debris so be sure to check and wash things before you use them. That said, the kitchen was well stocked with cooking gear, there were LEGO’s and games for the kids to play, and sleds to borrow. Aww would definitely return to this secluded spot in a great location. It was only 1 hr from Portland and 30 min to Mt. Hood Meadows ski resort, less to some of the smaller resorts or sledding. I bet it would be fun in summer too.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house but better for summer getaways
Great spacious house! Beautiful deck and location, but don't expect to enjoy the deck or hot tub if renting during winter months. When we arrived, there was a small path slightly cleared to get to the main and patio entrances, but we were unable to access the hot tub, or anywhere on the deck for that matter. After our attempts to reach the property management company, we decided to shovel a path to the hot tub (from the nearest bedroom window we planned to slither out of), only to find once we got to the hot tub, the water was at room temp at best. And it would not heat up for us. We have made multiple attempts since out stay over valentine's weekend, to reach vacasa to discuss this issue, and never got a hold of anyone. Also, the listing makes the room off the master look like a great sitting room to enjoy the outdoors from the coziness and warmth of the indoors; however, it appears to have been remodeled since the pictures were taken, and the windows are too high up and short to see outside. You can sit out there, but you'll be staring at the wall. The door from that room was also blocked by snow, so the room was not at all enjoyable. If you're looking for a house to stay while you enjoy the mountain activities, or a summer retreat, this house would be perfect! We would like to rent it again but only during summer months, as there apears to be ample space to sit outside and enjoy the river running through the backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021