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Charming 3-bedroom house surrounded by old-growth forest, Portland
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3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 8 241.5 sq m
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Explore the area
Portland, OR
- Oregon Zoo6 min drive
- Portland State University8 min drive
- Washington Square Mall8 min drive
- Portland, OR (HIO-Portland-Hillsboro)26 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Queen Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Charming 3-bedroom house surrounded by old-growth forest, Portland
"Elves Escape." Imagine being in a peaceful forest where deer roam freely—then snapping your fingers and finding yourself just minutes from Portland’s world-famous foodie scene, the zoo, Council Crest, and all the best. It's a serial.
That’s the magic of Elves’ Escape.
It’s not fancy—it’s charming. Built in 1936, this cozy cabin still holds its original soul: creaky wooden floors, vintage windows, and even artistic doorknobs. The kitchen was last remodeled in 1981, so if you’re expecting marble counters and modern upgrades, this may not be your spot. (One bathroom, though, is brand new!)
Some guests won’t give 5 stars unless things are sleek and —and that’s okay.
But if you’re the type who loves character, value, and location, you’ll feel right at home.
If that’s you, welcome. Let the fun begin! A fireplace so big it would not pass code today, a ten thousand dollar pool table, an outdoor fire pit on the huge deck, and you might see deer!
That’s the magic of Elves’ Escape.
It’s not fancy—it’s charming. Built in 1936, this cozy cabin still holds its original soul: creaky wooden floors, vintage windows, and even artistic doorknobs. The kitchen was last remodeled in 1981, so if you’re expecting marble counters and modern upgrades, this may not be your spot. (One bathroom, though, is brand new!)
Some guests won’t give 5 stars unless things are sleek and —and that’s okay.
But if you’re the type who loves character, value, and location, you’ll feel right at home.
If that’s you, welcome. Let the fun begin! A fireplace so big it would not pass code today, a ten thousand dollar pool table, an outdoor fire pit on the huge deck, and you might see deer!
Property manager
Barry and Christi
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Gym
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Pets must be leashed and quiet! There is a $65 fee
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
About the area
Portland
Cedar Hills, a neighbourhood in Portland, is home to this holiday home. Washington Square Mall and Cascade Station are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Oregon Zoo. Hoyt Arboretum and Portland Children's Museum are also worth visiting.
Portland, OR
What's nearby
- Oregon Zoo - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
- Portland State University - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
- Washington Square Mall - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
- Portland Japanese Garden - 12 min drive - 8.2 km
- Oregon Health and Science University - 13 min drive - 11.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- The Eatery - 6 min drive
- Eastern Pearl Restaurant - 9 min walk
- Chipotle Mexican Grill - 4 min drive
- Sunset Strip - 6 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Barry and Christi

I'm a musician and an author.
Why they chose this property
I found it to be MAGICAL when I first laid eyes on it.
What makes this property unique
It's so close to EVERYTHING, yet it feels so far away.
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