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

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Living area
Cozy living room with wood stove~ firewood available.
View into living room from dining area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Port Orford, OR
  • Port Orford Heads State Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Humbug Mountain State Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Battle Rock Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Gold Beach, OR (GOL-Gold Beach Municipal)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master suite

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Young children must be supervised while on deck
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Events

Events allowed
Please make arrangements with us.
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Pets

Pets allowed
Tiled main floor is pet friendly.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please smoke outside.
1. Willing negotiate refund policy at Owner's discretion based on circumstances. 2. Damage Deposit will be withheld for missing items from home.
3. Based availability of Owner is willing negotiate check-in/check-out times at their discretion.
AT CHECK-OUT: All used kitchen items should be washed and replaced. Heat turned off. Windows and doors locked

Important information

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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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Port Orford

Located in Port Orford, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest and Humbug Mountain State Park, while Hawthorne Gallery and Raincoat Arts Gallery are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Port Orford, OR

What's nearby

  • Hawthorne Gallery - 17 min drive - 17.0 km
  • 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

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!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 88 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Phyllis D.

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

Visiting family

The property is 1.5 miles from our grandkids. This makes it close to perfect for us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Denise O.

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

Any closer to the hatchery and you would be a fish!

This vacation rental has an awesome view of the Elk. Very close to the hatchery. Comfortable, clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Erika H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Royle J.

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

Quiet and relaxing home on the river

I come to the Port Orford area regularly for work. This summer I brought some of my family and enjoyed our stay. The host was an excellent communicator and the home felt...homey. We enjoyed the location in nature and so close to outdoor recreation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Theresa C.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

About the host

Hosted by Rita Todd-Kornbau

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We discovered the beautiful Elk River Wilderness area in 2003, when we purchased an unfinished cabin. (Which is located across the road from this Retreat) One of our passions is renovating propertys and putting Rita's interior design skills to use. So, we turned that unfinished structure into a unique family retreat. It has been the site of our annual family gathering, which included some years as many as 40 attendees! The property turned from a quaint cabin on 13 acres, to a RV/Tent campground with night time gatherings around the bonfire to cook up S'mores and share great stories! And we mustn't forget the many fun times spent swimming, lounging, and fishing at the boat launch located near the Elk River Fish Hatchery!
We live just an hour away, so we can enjoy it even for just a night. And other family menbers travel from the Portland area several times a year to just enjoy the peace and quiet and beauty of both the river and the beach~ just a 15 minute drive away.
We have expanded our horizons and now winter in sunny Mexico. Life is an adventure that we enjoy sharing with people.

Why they chose this property

We have lived near the Southern Oregon Coast since 1973. Discovering the amazing beauty of the Elk River was a hidden treasure that we had missed out on for many years. Once we discovered it's aqua-marine pristine waters set within the beautiful tree lined canyon where waterfalls abound~it was as if we had traveled far away from home, but it was just an hour away all along! All we needed to do was to take a drive and enjoy the adventure of discovering what life has to offer. So now we want to make that experience available to others.

And, if you love the beach, it's just a quick 15 minute drive to the magnificent Port Or ford coastline. Here, you can enjoy awesome ocean views, surf, go for long walks on the beach, fly kites, (wind is often present at the coast!) or maybe even get lucky enough to see a seal or whale poke their head up to take a peek at you! Also, if you love fresh seafood, stop by the marina and see what the 'catch of day' is!

What makes this property unique

Most of the the river frontage where much of the fishing is done on the Elk is privately owned, which limits water access. Our River House gives us and our guests the freedom to enjoy the river right out the back door! Plus, it is just 1/4 mile from the public boat launch at the fish hatchery!

The spacious living area in the home creates the perfect gathering space for family and friends to share meaningful time together.... Forming memories that last a lifetime! And re-living those exciting fish stories about the 'big one that got away' or showing the photos of the one who was not so lucky!

During the fishing season it is quite entertaining watching all the boats drift by. Since the river does not allow motor boats, the serenity is never disturbed.

Guests have shared with us that the low level of the river during summer is a benefit because it allows children to play safely in the water. But, that there also are deeper pools near by for adult swimming. Perfect for aqua babies of all ages!

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