Summary:
✨ Columbia River Gorge Retreat with Hot Tub & Forest Views ✨
🏔️ Mountain & forest views
🛏️ 2 bedrooms, 3 beds, 2 full baths
🍳 Fully stocked kitchen with coffee bar
🛋️ Wood-burning fireplace & cozy living space
🔥 Private hot tub & gas fire pit
🌲 Patio with BBQ grill & outdoor dining
❄️ AC & heating
🐾 Pet-friendly with private entrance
📍 Cascade Locks, close to Gorge trails, waterfalls & riverfront dining. Free parking.
The Space:
The living room features a wall of windows looking into the forest, perfect for bird watching or curling up next to a woodstove fire and watching the snowfall. The kitchen is open, bright, and fully equipped with All-Clad pans, spices, and all you need to cook your next meal. High-quality linens, Tempur-Pedic mattresses, independent heating/cooling in each bedroom create a luxurious setting for a restful night.
Hummingbird is a dedicated vacation rental; we keep it looking new and crisp for our guests.
We take pride in being responsive, helpful, and dependable hosts, committed to providing a unique and luxurious experience.
The Home
• Nestled in the heart of the Gorge, away from the bustle of city life
• Bright original paintings and artifacts thoughtfully decorate the home
• Cozy and intimate
• Large windows offer beautiful forest/mountain views and let in refreshing natural light
• Guest-specific keyless entry code for safe, easy check-in
• Sparkling clean
• Three mini-split units heat/cool each bedroom separately from the living space
• Dining table sits six
• Washer and Dryer and Tide Pods detergent
• Iron & Ironing board
Technology /Entertainment
• Wi-Fi
• Netflix
• Sonos soundbar
• Designated workspace, perfect for working remotely
• Bluetooth printer
Well Stocked Kitchen
• Le Creuset stoneware
• All-Clad nonstick cookware
• Dinnerware, mixing bowls, handheld mixer, toaster, Henckels knives set, tea kettle, cocktail bar set, ovenware, and baking sheets
• Spice it up: a variety of spices, salt, pepper, and olive oil
• For our coffee lovers – Local coffee, Portland Coffee Roasters
• Keurig pod/drip coffee maker combo for versatility plus a milk frother and Le Creuset French Press
Outdoors
• Lush garden, the variety of flowers attract birds throughout the year
• Chestnut fruit tree invites beautiful birds and entertaining chipmunks and squirrels
• The best 4-person Hot Tub! Customizable jets, temperature, and fun lighting
• Watch birds, deer, and sometimes elk, graze about in the deeper part of the woods
• Deck dining space
• Patio living space with gas firepit
• Lounge chairs (warm season only)
• Two cruising bicycles to wander about the town
Local Attractions
• Bridge of the Gods Trailhead
• PCT trailhead and Dry Creek Falls
• Riverside stroll at Marine Park
• Thunder Island Brewing
• Gorges Beer Co.
• Brigham Fish Market/restaurant
Guest Access:
The entire house is yours - no shared spaces.
🔑 Self check-in with smart lock - arrive after your booked check-in time
🧺 In-unit washer & dryer
📶 Wi-Fi
🚗 Free Driveway/On-Site Parking
If anything comes up, we're a quick message away.
The Neighborhood:
Nestled in the charming town of Cascade Locks, your retreat offers a perfect blend of nature and convenience. Explore the nearby Bridge of the Gods Trailhead, a short drive away, for breathtaking views and hiking adventures. For a taste of local flavors, Thunder Island Brewing and Gorges Beer Co. are within easy reach, offering refreshing brews and delicious food. You can also stroll along the riverside at Marine Park, a peaceful spot to relax and enjoy the scenic beauty. For groceries or a quick bite, local shops and restaurants are a short drive away, ensuring you have everything you need for a comfortable stay. The neighborhood is known for its friendly atmosphere and easy access to outdoor activities, making it an ideal base for exploring the stunning Columbia River Gorge.
Getting Around:
Walking - Cascade Locks has local riverfront spots, breweries, and trailheads nearby, but this is still a nature-focused mountain/Gorge setting rather than an urban walking area.
Driving - A car is recommended for getting around the Columbia River Gorge. Free driveway/on-site parking is available at the property.
Recreation - Explore Bridge of the Gods, the PCT trailhead, Dry Creek Falls, Marine Park, Hood River, and Columbia River Gorge waterfalls.
Airport - PDX is reached by car via I-84; allow extra time for traffic and weather.
Other Things to Note:
🐾 Pet-Friendly Space
We welcome pets! Our cleaning team cleans between every stay, though we can't guarantee 100% dander-free for allergy-sensitive guests
⏰ Quiet Hours
10 PM - 7 AM
🌲 Outdoor Setting
Highway traffic may be audible outdoors.
🚭 No Smoking or Vaping
Smoking and vaping are not allowed anywhere on the property, indoors or outdoors. Guests who wish to smoke or vape must leave the property completely.
Interaction with Guests:
We're available by message anytime and typically respond within minutes. We're local to Portland and happy to help with anything - from restaurant recommendations to a quick answer at midnight when you can't find something. We keep a hands-off approach unless you need us, and when you do, we're right there.