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Exterior
Welcome.
Entrance on private deck. Welcome!
Outdoor dining
Living room with full sofa bed and propane stove.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
NZ$210
avg per night

Explore the area

Map
Welches, OR
  • Salmon River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • The Courses at Resort at the Mountain
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Mountain Sports
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

Room

  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Price is NZ$210 avg per night,

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About the area

Welches

Located in Welches, this guesthouse is in a rural area and on a river. The Courses at Resort at the Mountain and Lower Bowl are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Mountain Sports and Rainbow Trout Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Salmon River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Courses at Resort at the Mountain - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Mount Hood National Forest - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Mountain Sports - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Timberline Lodge Ski Area - 31 min drive - 34.3 km

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dragonfly Cafe & Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Barlow Trail Roadhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brightwood Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Zigzag Mountain Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Brewsters - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Quiet, Cozy Cottage in the Woods with Large Outdoor Area

Warm and cozy guesthouse - approx. 500 sq. ft. - with a private deck & grill overlooking a creek and a magical forest. We're the last house at the end of a gravel road, backing up to the Salmon Huckleberry Wilderness Area. Short walk on private property to the Salmon River. Lush, romantic, green area. Several acres of groomed and wild spaces. Serene and quiet feel.

The cottage is traditionally and thoughtfully appointed. One bedroom with a queen bed, a living room with a small sofa bed and a gas "wood" fireplace for chilly nights. There's a small full kitchen, and a bathroom with a shower.

Our house is adjacent to the cottage. The entrance to the cottage is private, with a small deck and grill overlooking a creek and the woods. The cottage faces out to the grounds, not the house, so you will feel remote.

There is no television. The cottage has strong dedicated wifi, games and cards. There is a feeling of "going back in time" here.

Enjoy sitting on the deck listening to birdsongs and watch the deer and other occasional wildlife wandering through. Look for the ducks in the small pond behind the cottage, and our elusive blue heron.

Guests say this is a wonderful place for a romantic getaway, to work, to write a book, to hike and to be near water.

Guests are invited to roam the extensive grounds. Gravel walking paths lined with ferns lead to a covered pavilion. Follow paths into the woods and discover secret spaces. Hike up the ridge on the property, into the Salmon Huckleberry Wilderness. Take a short walk on a private trail to the Salmon River, and it's swimming hole. Try out the hammocks. Wave to Mark if you see him on the tractor. Play horseshoes in the horseshoe pit. Sit atop Bear Rock. Welcome the ducks to the duck pond below the cottage. It's a special place and we're happy to share it.

We may or may not be there in the main house during your stay. If you need anything just give one of us a call or text. Otherwise, we are mindful of your privacy.

When guests are on the property we generally keep to our own patio and avoid the area around the cottage, for your privacy.

Property manager

Mark & Monica

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Property not child-proofed.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
1 dog per booking. No exceptions.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Do not invite others to the property. The only guests allowed on the property are guests listed in the reservation.
1 pet per reservation. Dogs only. Please review our Pet Policy before you inquire. Thanks!

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet, Cozy Cottage in the Woods with Large Outdoor Area pet-friendly?

Yes, Quiet, Cozy Cottage in the Woods with Large Outdoor Area allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Quiet, Cozy Cottage in the Woods with Large Outdoor Area?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet, Cozy Cottage in the Woods with Large Outdoor Area?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quiet, Cozy Cottage in the Woods with Large Outdoor Area located?

This family-friendly Welches guesthouse is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Mount Hood National Forest and The Courses at Resort at the Mountain. Mountain Sports and Salmon River are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Quiet, Cozy Cottage in the Woods with Large Outdoor Area Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denice A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Cottage

Felt like a fairy tale. Lots of bridges, paths, and woods to explore. The tree canopy kept it cool. Cottage was clean and so quiet! My French Bulldog was in love with the place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable, beautiful, relaxing, quiet

My husband and I had a lovely stay. This place it's very comfortable and beautiful grounds to walk on. I felt like we were in a secret hideaway retreat. The air conditioning was a nice bonus. We look forward to coming here again and enjoying this beautiful space. It was also close enough hiking and boating on the mountain which we enjoyed a lot. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and Cozy spot

We really enjoyed the cabin and the property. Many wonderful spots to sit and enjoy nature. The hosts were very kind and generous. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet M., Phoenix, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful oasis

We love this little cottage in the woods. It’s just enough for the two of us to relax, drink coffee, read books and hike along the property’s various trails. This was our 4th year here and we absolutely love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely unique cabin

I loved the place, the land, the cabin, the river and the hosts were very kind. Even though it was extremely hot, the cabin air conditioning worked well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet location,

Quiet, peaceful oasis. Nice walking paths from cabin to stream. Convenient to Mt Hood activity. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victor G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enchanting

The property is beautiful, almost magical. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain visit

Very cozy and peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Wonderland!

This was the perfect getaway; quiet and cozy, with plenty of space to walk and explore. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property and cabin

The property is just beautiful, really magical. Cabin had everything we needed. Close to many things while feeling private. Awesome stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Stay

If you’re looking for a quiet and cozy spot to relax, this is the place. The walking paths on the property were beautiful as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leela Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fairytale forest

This is our third year coming here and we just keep finding new things to love every time-- the perfect place to unplug and get away from it all!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet getaway

This property is a nature paradise with trails and native flora. The Salmon River adjoins the property and is just a short walk away. The property also adjoins a nature preserve and it is a great place to hike. The owners are very nice. It is very quiet and peaceful. It also has a full kitchen which is nice. We took our dog and he loved walking the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for a brief getaway

Great little cabin with awesome walks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Irene F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A bit of Heaven on Earth

Dancing Bear Cottage is quaint, charming, has everything one needs, and the setting is truly ‘out of this world’. The owners are delightful and add to the enchanted experience. The beautiful, quiet, nature-filled setting is a blessing for anyone wishing peace, healing and restoration of body, mind, and spirit: a welcome respite from stresses of city life! Look forward to the opportunity to stay again, hopefully for a longer length of time! Thank you Monica and Mark for sharing your piece/peace of Heaven!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lou G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful haven

Set the stay at Mark and Monica‘s property was wonderful. Very comfortable accommodations with beautiful scenery. Mark and Monica are wonderful hosts. We can’t wait to go back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawna N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 day get away

I wanted a quiet little spot for myself and my dog, just to get away for a few days. Thought I might leave the property to check out the area, but once I got there I realized everything I wanted was right outside my back door. The place is magical, there are trails everywhere, little creeks, waterfalls, a river, lots of bridges, and moss covered trees everywhere. The hosts are fantastic, and the house is so quaint and comfortable… what a beautiful place to wake up in the morning. I will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet M., Phoenix, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Secluded Getaway

This was our second visit and we just love it. The property is amazing…access to the Salmon river, several hiking paths, babbling streams, and you don’t have to leave the property. The cottage is just the right size for the two of us and our pup. Well appointed kitchen and very clean. And the hosts are extremely responsive to questions. It was a great base to come back to after exploring Hood River and traveling the Fruit Loop. I can’t say enough about how magical this cottage truly is. We’ll be back again and again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This Magical Cottage Was The Perfect Romantic Getaway.

What a magical place! We wanted a place in the woods to totally disconnect and spend time together relaxing and exploring; this was place was perfect. A small, cozy cottage on a wonderful property. The short hike to the Salmon river, which was larger than expected, afforded us wonderful mornings of peaceful soundscapes and wildlife watching. We watched the salmon that had spawned returning back home after their arduous journey upstream. A picnic blanket draped over the large fallen tree at waters edge offered the perfect vantage point and romantic rendezvous. Walking the grounds is a must but taking the walk to the river should not be missed. There are so many things to do in the area. We hiked, we read, we napped. An early morning visit from six deer while gazing through the expansive diamond mullioned windows made us feel completely surrounded by nature. The cozy propane stove not only gave rustic ambiance but was a quite adept at heating the small space. WIFI was great, but we tried to only use it to settle arguments about who sang "that" song. The lack of a TV was perfect, and the proximity to the local Thriftway (grocery store) was very convenient. We will be back, as we can't wait to visit while it is blanketed in snow. If we could only pick a few words to describe our stay, they would be...Magical, Wild, Tranquil, and Romantic. If your desire is to hole up in nature and forget about everything going on in the world for a bit, this is the perfect place. Side Note: The bumpy part of the dirt road leading to the cottage that many reviews mention is pretty short and we traversed it fine driving slowly in our Kia Soul.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion by the River

We rented this one bedroom cottage with family members staying at other properties near by. We had access to the river on easy to traverse trails and a large Pavillion (the pavilion we did not know about until the last day of our stay) The pavilion will be great for our next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leela Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical getaway

This was our second time staying at the cottage and we expect to be come back many more! Such a beautiful space to relax in and explore, plus so many hikes and activities all around!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Oasis

This is a nice little cabin on a beautiful property. The cabin was clean & the bed was comfortable. The location is perfect to explore the area. The grounds are outstanding, and we really enjoyed exploring the paths. I only wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

ann k.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Cute place, very secluded

Charming quiet cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B., Portland, OR

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely getaway from the city

It snowed while we were on the property--beautiful to look out the window into the woods and to tramp around in the morning. Simple cottage, dog friendly, Spartan though comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fairytale Forest

The cottage is cute and the fireplace/stove is lovely to fall asleep to, but the big winner is the expansive outdoor area with winding trails, river, streams, moss-covered forest... it's like something out of Disney!