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Elk River Retreat on the river! Great for fishing or relaxing!

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • 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.

Elk River Retreat on the river! Great for fishing or relaxing!

WiFi and telephone now available! We have been looking forwad to the availabity of WiFi up river for years knowing that in today's world this service is important to people. We also have added a SMART TV!

*Please note: Since the house is sometimes vacant, there are security cameras on the exterior for insurance purposes.

This beautifully spacious home is located in the Elk River Wilderness area and sits on 460 feet of river frontage that provides bank fishing in the fall, as well as safe river fun for children during summertime when the river is lower. The pristine Elk River is a fisherman's paradise and a relaxing get-a-way retreat to commune with nature for all. This home is a perfect place to gather with friends and family.

The large Master Suite on 1st level includes a Calif. King bed, large walk-in closet, and a sitting area with sofa sleeper for reading or watching movies. The full bath has a jetted garden tub and separate walk-in shower. The Suite also has a sliding glass door to a large deck overlooking the river.

Two large upstairs bedrooms can sleep up to 11~ perfect for sharing time with family or friends.
The Riverside bedroom has a queen, full, and a twin bed, and a sliding door to balcony for river and wildlife viewing! Second bedroom has queen, twin, and a bunk bed with a twin on top and full on bottom. This room also has a glass sliding door and it's own balcony overlooking the front garden.

There is also a full bath upstairs with a tub/shower combination that is located between the two bedrooms.

The 1st level also includes an open fully stocked kitchen with Refigerator, Stove, Microwave, and Dishwasher. Eating areas include wrap around kitchen bar that seats 5. A dining table which seats 6 and a sitting area with two easy chairs by the window looking out to the river. Or, should you choose to dine 'alfresco', the dining room also has a sliding glass door out to the large deck over looking the river. Tables and chairs (seating for 10) and a gas grill are provided.

The cozy living room features a woodstove to warm you on brisk days and a SMART TV which is set up for DVD/VHS entertainment.. (furniture seating for 8)

This home also includes a full laundry room for your convience.

Tile floors on the main living level make for a carefree stay in a wilderness area. (And pet friendly surface)

Out door gathering spaces include the large deck overlooking the river and a quaint rock fireplace in a wooded area adjcent to the house~ a charming spot for fireside chats (during fire safe times) or roasting hotdogs and marshmallows while enjoying the woodsy setting.

We offer weekly and monthly rates, so please ask about them.

Property manager

Rita Todd-Kornbau

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Please smoke outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1900 sq ft (177 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Tiled main floor is pet friendly.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: young children must be supervised while on deck

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Please make arrangements with us.
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Elk River Retreat River Great Fishing or Relaxing House
Elk River Retreat River Great Fishing or Relaxing Port Orford
Elk River Retreat River Great Fishing or Relaxing

About the neighborhood

Map
Port Orford, OR

What's nearby

  • Port Orford Heads State Park - 17 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Agate Beach - 17 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Humbug Mountain State Park - 17 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Battle Rock Park - 23 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Prehistoric Gardens - 33 min drive - 36.2 km

Getting around

  • North Bend, OR (OTH-Southwest Oregon Regional) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crazy Norwegian's Fish & Chips - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Redfish - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Agates Food & Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Nest Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Golden Harvest Herban Farm - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elk River Retreat on the river! Great for fishing or relaxing! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Elk River Retreat on the river! Great for fishing or relaxing!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elk River Retreat on the river! Great for fishing or relaxing!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Elk River Retreat on the river! Great for fishing or relaxing! located?

This family-friendly Port Orford vacation home is located on the waterfront, steps from Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Agate Beach and Port Orford Heads State Park. Hawthorne Gallery and Humbug Mountain State Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Elk River Retreat on the river! Great for fishing or relaxing! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Erika H.

Pollard-House
My now husband and I stayed at this property leading up to our wedding which we celebrated locally in Langlois. This was a great location where we were able to relax and spend time with friends and family, and be able to include our dog Rocco. There was plenty of space, ample parking, and a comfort in which the property provided. We did notice that the house was not fully cleaned upon our arrival, the entry floor was not fully swept, there was a bag of trash in the master bathroom vanity, and the kitchen counter tops were very dusty. The master bedroom sliding door lock to the deck was broken and the dining room screen to the deck had holes near the handle. Overall though we enjoyed our stay and the property fulfilled our needs!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vikki M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to spend time with family!
We enjoyed our stay at this property. Plenty of room to spread out while still being together. Loved the space on the deck. Enjoyed the additional seating through out the home so that people could gather easily! Saw a few deer, went upriver to a great swimming hole, spent time at the ocean and went on the jet boats in Gold Beach! Highly recommend this home to bring family together in a peaceful relaxing setting!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation Rental on the River
Amazing! My family and I absolutely loved it. Plenty of space for everyone, plenty of things to keep the kiddos busy, BBQ on the deck. We are from Washington State all the way up north for a family wedding and was able to get together with all our family for an evening BBQ before we headed out. Views, quiet, really relaxing. Deck is a little unstable in a few spots, and the BBQ wasn’t working but my husband was able to get it fixed. Highly recommend! We plan to do another stay at the same location next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a Place!
Such a beautiful place to unwind and enjoy the tranquility in life. Fantastic place for my children to play and explore.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
We had a family get together and used the house as our home base. It was so nice that we could stay there and have local family come over for a couple of BBQs. The river was right at the back and we all loved it. Plus the fish hatchery next door was an interesting add to our adventure. You could not get a better spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Theresa C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Our yearly camping trip to a new place
We took a chance and went somewhere new for our yearly camping trip. When we got there, opened the door and the smell of mold hits you right in the face. I was not thrilled after that. Cleaning needs to be worked on. There were spiders everywhere. Spiderwebs in every coroner you could think of. The jacuzzi tub works if you’re lucky. The bbq was a joke. It has 1 burner that works, one that kinda works(better off not using it), one that doesn’t work at all, and one missing completely. The kids ran a bath, the water came out brown. For the amount we paid to stay there, I expected things to be better. I can’t say we would be staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guy I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Eugene divers
This place was perfect for us. And plenty room for a dive boats!! We didn’t get the Dive as much as we wanted to. But it’s all good mother nature was just blowing too hard. I would definitely recommend this place for a group of people. I waited too long to book it for the Fourth of July. But went to places that good it’s going to go fast. Thank you again, Guy.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM H.

Liked: Cleanliness
ON THE RIVER
The location of the property is awesome. It's on the river and right down the street from the hatchery which is a popular drop in spot for fishing on the Elk River. Kitchen was fully stocked with any cooking tools and utensils you need. Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
We were a group of 11 plus 3 dogs and it met our needs well. Plenty of blankets and towels. The river was beautiful and very relaxing. Beach is less that a 15 min drive away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W., Terrebonne, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
We had a great time at this property. The house was clean and very well stocked with everything you could need. The owner, Rita and her husband were delightful and very helpful. Unfortunately, we were evacuated a day early due to the Anvil Fire. We hope the house makes it because we love to return at another time.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya L.

Liked: Cleanliness
River fun
My husband and dog and i had a great time. I especially enjoyed sitting out on the deck early in the mornings overlooking the river Watching the wildlife.we got to play tons of fetch with our dog in the river. We also enjoyed floating in the river with a inner tube and inflatable matt provided by the nice owner
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Elk River Heaven
Lovely place on the river to visit, swim, fish, and enjoy watching the otters play. We visited the fish hatchery just up the road and enjoyed nature. Nice place to unwind.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mom’s Memorial Trip
Mom grew up in Port Orford so our huge family gathered at Battle Rock to memorialize her. The Elk river in the backyard was delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is paradise. Elk River is clear and beautiful. The house side of the river has has a sandy eddy for children to safely play in while the other side is deep for swimmers. We loved the quiet along with no light pollution. We saw a meteor shower. The kids were fascinated by the fish hatchery just a short walk away. It was fun watching occasional cars pass over the river on a swinging bridge. The 2 engineers in our group had quite a conversation over its construction. We ate all meals on the large deck. The home is roomy, clean and well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorna V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
We stayed here with 7 adults and 3 children. There was plenty of room and seating for all. Well stocked house. We had some one with car trouble and the host was very helpful. She was able to contact the caretaker and he helped us. Had a great time in the river and there were plenty of beds.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded Retreat
What a great place! We met family from washington (we're from california) and this was a great mid-way point for us. The house, as my wife put it, has the feel of a family cabin. We had 7 kids and 4 adults together, and everyone was very comfortable. There are games, puzzles and movies for those rainy days and late nights when you are in house. The river behind has a small area for kids to play safely unless it is post storm, and the only argument was whether they were finding newts or salamanders. I think they were geckos... Whatever. The river is so beautiful and the shallow shelf can easily be navigated by kids safely with supervision. Its a great place for large groups. Its far enough away to feel secluded, but only 15 min from agate beach, the lighthouse, and other points of interest. Its a 5 min walk to the fish hatchery, and they let the kids feed the fish. There are so many trails and streams to explore, this is a cant miss location. We are already planning a future visit to the area and would stay here again. The Host was great. Checked in once to make sure we had everything we needed. And this place has everything you need for a great stay. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana R., Tulelake CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Elk river
Wonderful retreat house. Rita was easy to work with. We would definately book her place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theodore L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great late-summer retreat
The Elk River property was a wonderful spot for a small family and friend get-together. The accommodations are attractive and comfortable, and the back porch overlooking the river is a real delight. Birders and nature lovers of all kinds will enjoy the setting!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristal C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great escape from the day to day
Rita was extremely kind and allowed us to check in early and check out late! The river was beautiful and easy to access
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Kari J.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Elk River Retreat
House was nice, could have been a little cleaner. View was beautiful! The river was delightful. Granddaughter played hours in the river with the salamanders. Very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place, great communication. Loved being by the river and away from it all.
This house is designed for larger groups but the two of us enjoyed tranquillity by the river and the spacious decks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical getaway
The home is beautiful and very spacious. The river was perfect for swimming and fishing. We had a blast and cannot wait to return. Jim and Rita were very welcoming and attentive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jamie W.

ALL linens needs washed between visitors, great place other then that.
Had a great time and enjoyed our stay. A couple minor complaints were lots of excess dog hair on the futon that needed cleaned up, DVD's played in black-and-white for some reason And there were no curtains across the sliding door or dining room window which is very unsettling at night. We do have 1 major complaint , when checking out we noticed that only sheets and towels needed to be stripped to be washed between visitors, not blankets throws or pillow cases, when I reached out to the property owner shesimply avoided the question. With covid 19 circulating and everybody wanting to get out and about I think it is highly important that those blankets , throws, and pillow cases are all washed between visitors, had I known this was the case I would have brought my own bedding. Possibly more reviews on this specific issue might help them realize how important it is to have ALL linens washed between visitors. Overall had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ralph H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We will return
So comfortable and incredibly beautiful location.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Devin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
My friends and I originally wanted to go camping in the area, but the rain storm made us change plans. We went to this house. The home was exactly what we needed, several beds, nice kitchen, big table! We ate, cooked, and went hiking around in the area. Beautiful area!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021