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River House on the McKenzie

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Property grounds
Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • 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.

River House on the McKenzie

This is exactly what you're looking for! This cottage sits right on the river's edge in the historic Holiday Farm community just off Mckenzie River Drive in Rainbow, Oregon.
Sit on the covered porch under the comfort of the heated sitting area and watch the Mckenzie River roll by -- literally sitting a few feet from the river's edge. Enjoy the beautiful river-rock fireplace in the living room with french doors opening to the magnificent McKenzie River as it flows by, just a few feet away. Within the living room, there is a nice sofa (sleeper) and matching chair, plus two other chairs.
The master bedroom has two windows with views of the river, as this room also sits right at the river's edge. There is a large screen TV in the bedroom and another larger model in the living room -- both with Dish Network. This cabin also offers private wi-fi internet for your exclusive use.
The large bathroom offers a full size tub/shower and, of course, the other essentials.
The kitchen is not large, but fully functional and equipped, right down to the dishes, utensils, pans, etc... please remember that even though this cabin is perfectly located, and exactly what anyone would want -- it's also most comfortable for parties of no more than 4 (if two are kids who will sleep on the sofa sleeper). There's a queen size bed in the bedroom and a sleeper sofa that could sleep one adult or possibly two small children. Maximum occupancy allowed is 4, unless the fifth guest is a small child -- confirm with Jonathan if you have any questions. Jonathan is also your local contact for any needs or questions you might have.
This property not only sits right on the river's edge, it also sits on the edge of the Willamette National Forest -- full of natural hot-springs, hiking trails through incredible displays of nature, vast ancient lava flows and several high cascade lakes. The world famous, Three Sisters Wilderness Area, is located with a just a few miles of this cabin. The wild fire did affect a vast area to the west and downriver as far as the Vida area. However, 95% of what folks come here for is all still here. So bring your hiking shoes, as nearly all trails are in fine order and ready for your exploration. The property is located far enough from the Highway, so bring those bikes along too. The Belknap Bridge ( a classic covered bridge) is located just up Mckenzie River Drive a short distance, and King Rd is a great road to ride on, plus it leads to the trailhead to Castle Rock.
Look up The Willamette National Forest and you'll see lots of information regarding trails, along with wonderful maps showing where the High Cascade Lakes are located.
Make sure you try out at least one of the local hot-springs, hike to the Blue Pool, hike the Mckenzie River Trail from Sahalie Falls to Carmen Reservoir and back, and try the hike to Castle Rock for sure. Golf at Tokatee, eat at Takodas Restaurant and get a "chicken on a stick" from Blue Sky. Just some of the recommended activities around here. Of course, that all only matters if you can tear yourself away from this cabin, and especially the river's edge, heated, covered porch.

Property manager

Jonathan and Lisa Mahody

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Porch/lanai

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: Pet fee is $50. Paid post booking.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Studio
"river House" at The Holiday Farm
3 NIGHT SPECIAL RIGHT NOW... $149 PER NIGHT.
River House 3 NIGHT SPECIAL... $149 PER NIGHT. Cottage
River House 3 NIGHT SPECIAL... $149 PER NIGHT. Blue River

About the neighborhood

Map
Rainbow, OR

What's nearby

  • McKenzie River - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Terwilliger Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Tokatee Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Bigelow Hot Springs - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Terwilliger Hot Springs - 16 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Mahlon Sweet Field Airport (EUG) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Takoda's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McKenzie Station Espresso - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Holiday Farm Resort - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Holiday Farm Resort - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Indigo Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River House on the McKenzie pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at River House on the McKenzie ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River House on the McKenzie ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River House on the McKenzie located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Willamette National Forest and McKenzie River. Tokatee Golf Course and Terwilliger Hot Springs are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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River House on the McKenzie Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 108 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mindi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
One of my favorite places on Earth. Cozy and inviting peaceful environment. This is our third year booking this property. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully peaceful location
The Riverhouse location (right on the river) can't be beat and the cabin itself is very nicely appointed and clean. Have stayed here several times and would always recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect respite
Relaxing stay, loved the porch and the heater. Can't wait to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Very peaceful stay. Right on the river so we were able to enjoy it the whole weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
What a great place. Nice and quite area. Just loved the place. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable house, great location
We loved it here! Right on the McKenzie, we drank coffee on the back deck every morning. Property is exactly what’s posted online. It’s nice and quiet and located near everything we came to see
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
My wife and I enjoyed the River House so much. Hearing the river sitting on the porch or laying in the cabin was so peaceful. We both look forward to coming back again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

RONALD

Liked: Amenities, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent view from the deck! Wonderful area to hike, bike, raft and explore! Love the McKenzie River!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Honeymoon visit
Great spot, enjoyed the sunrise sitting on the porch. Very peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Randy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay on the river
We were only there two nights, but enjoyed sitting on the porch listening to the river. The kitchen and dining area was very small, but met our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin on River
Rare to get a cabin like this on the river. Great spot.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin
Clean and comfortable. Everything we needed for our fall getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
We loved the River House! The mesmerizing sound of the river, the wonderful covered porch, the vintage-feel furnishings, the well-stocked kitchen and the cleanliness of the house made it super special. Would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Pat R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot on the river.
This is our third time staying at this cabin. It’s decorated and a precious fishing camp kind of manner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the River House
We loved this cabin. My friend and I hiked everyday and spent the rest of the time enjoying sitting on the deck, watching the ducks, the view, and rafters. I will definitely be going back to this wonderful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendi M., Salem

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
We had a lovely 2-night getaway. The property is charming, and the location is centrally to all kinds of outdoor activities. Only negative experience was the queen mattress, which was very uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne S., Cave Creek, Arizona, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect paradise
Adorable cabin, a view and porch to die for, very well equipped With the addition of a washer & dryer, it would be perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
We really enjoyed our short stay at the Riverhouse. The cabin was really cute, clean, and spacious. Extremely relaxing sitting on the padded rocking chairs on the back deck overlooking the river. Cabin had everything we needed. We hope to stay again sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice!
Perfect place for a quiet getaway. Cabin has lots of character and is comfortable, clean, and contains everything necessary to enjoy your stay. Hosts were great about last -minute arrangements. I'll likely return the next time I need to sit by the river and recharge.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
It was a great weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mindi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was just a beautiful serene place that I would definitely visit again. The cabin was cozy, clean and just as described. Magical. Both restaurants we ate at there were very good--Takodas and Mckenzie River Pub and Espresso! Will book again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marvin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin on the River!
Quaint and comfy!! Well taken care of! We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

mark c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The River House
Wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and Beautiful
This is a tucked away gem on a gorgeous scenic drive. Like previous reviewers, we loved the heated porch and rockers and enjoying the gorgeous river view. The cabin was exceptionally clean, cute, and comfortable. It was just as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay
We could of spent our whole vacation time at this property! Cozy and relaxing. The porch and the river was amazing. Beautiful covered bridges nearby also. This property was everything and more in the description. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023