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Historic Drake Cottage! Across from Mirror Pond. Heart of Bend, Walk to Downtown, Shops/Dining

Condo with kitchen, near Old Mill District

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Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 346.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Bend, OR
  • Place, Downtown Bend Business Association
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Mill District
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Hayden Homes Amphitheater
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Redmond, OR (RDM-Robert's Field)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Rm

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom #1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Historic Drake Cottage! Across from Mirror Pond. Heart of Bend, Walk to Downtown, Shops/Dining

Drake Cottage 307 – A Charming Downtown Bend Retreat

Welcome to Drake Cottage 307, an adorable 1-bedroom, 500-square-foot condo in the heart of historic downtown Bend. Located in a lovingly restored 1930s fourplex, this cozy retreat is perfectly positioned for you to experience the very best of Bend’s vibrant culture, outdoor adventures, and renowned dining scene.



Unbeatable Location

With a Walk Score® of 86, you’re truly in the center of it all. Just steps from Drake Park, this charming cottage puts you in the prime spot for festivals, live music, and floating the Deschutes River. In the summer, catch a free Munch & Music event, or take a leisurely stroll along the scenic riverfront—just outside your door.



Downtown Bend’s award-winning restaurants, boutique shops, and craft breweries are only a few blocks away, making it easy to enjoy the best food, drinks, and entertainment in town. Street festivals, art fairs, live music at the Tower Theater, and the downtown farmer’s market are all at your fingertips.



The Galveston Corridor & Beyond

Just one block from the Galveston Bridge, you’ll find yourself at the gateway to one of Bend’s most bustling and lively areas—the Galveston Corridor. Home to top-rated brewpubs, food carts, restaurants, and coffee shops, this is the place to be for delicious eats and local craft beer.



Bring your bikes! From here, you can easily pedal through Bend’s historic neighborhoods, cross over to the Box Factory, cruise by Whitewater Park, or explore The Old Mill District—where you can shop, catch a movie, or sip wine along the river. And when you return, store your bikes safely in our shed for peace of mind.



Outdoor Adventures Await

For those looking to explore Central Oregon’s great outdoors, you’re in the perfect home base. Mt. Bachelor and the Cascade Lakes Highway are just a short drive away, offering world-class skiing, hiking, mountain biking, and endless alpine adventures.



Whether you’re here for the food, culture, outdoor fun, or all of the above, Drake Cottage 307 offers the perfect mix of historic charm and modern convenience in Bend’s most walkable location. Book your stay today and experience the best of Bend right at your doorstep!



Sleeping Arrangements:

Bedroom: King bed with fresh and clean linens

Full-size sofa sleeper



Amenities:

Outside seating looking out at Drake Park. Dining table & chairs, plus Adirondack chairs

Masterfully updated living space, blending vintage charm with modern convenience

Fully equipped kitchen with appliances

Fully stocked with utensils for both the cook and the baker

Eat-in kitchen with dining table

Cold water filtration system

Gas Grill

Infra-red fireplace

Outdoor firepit table



Location:

Across the street from Drake Park

Located on downtown end of Galveston corridor

1/2 Mile to the heart of Downtown Bend

1 Mile to Old Mill District

18 Miles to Redmond

21 Miles to Mt. Bachelor





ACTIVITIES

- Hiking

- Biking

- Skiing & Snowboarding

- Sledding

- Snowmobiling

- Paddle Boarding

- Tennis

- Kayaking

- Golf

- Canoeing

- Floating/Tubing

- Wave-riding

- Bird Watching

- Fishing

- Ale Trail

- Shopping

- Dining

- Cascade Lake Byway

- Concerts

- Brewery Tours & Tasting

- Wine Tasting

- And More!



Additional Property Information:



Keep in mind this is a multi-unit building. Each of the apartments in this wonderful fourplex home feels quite private but they do have some shared walls. Please be aware that some noise may travel between apartments and from the street, especially if doors and window are open. City of Bend quiet hours are from 10pm to 8am and are enforced as are Bend's Good Neighbor Guidelines. Thank you for respecting our neighbors and helping everyone enjoy this special retreat in Bend. The Good Neighbor Guidelines are in the binder.



NO SMOKING allowed at this property.

NO PETS allowed at this property.

No on-site laundry.



Tenant Requirements: Tenant stated on the Agreement/Booking must be at least twenty-five (25) years of age and acknowledge that they will occupy the Property during the entire tenancy.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue
Water view
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Bend

Located in Old Bend, a neighbourhood in Bend, this condo is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pilot Butte State Park and Tumalo State Park, while Hayden Homes Amphitheater and Des Chutes Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Sun Mountain Fun Center and Bend Rock Gym are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby canoeing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking, mountain climbing and cycling.
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Bend, OR

What's nearby

  • Drake Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Downtown Bend Business Association - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Old Mill District - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hayden Homes Amphitheater - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Deschutes Brewery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Sunriver Station - 24 min drive
  • Redmond, OR (RDM-Robert's Field) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McMenamins Old St Francis School - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Westside Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪French Bread Rack At Newport Market - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Spork - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Salsa - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Drake Cottage! Across from Mirror Pond. Heart of Bend, Walk to Downtown, Shops/Dining pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Drake Cottage! Across from Mirror Pond. Heart of Bend, Walk to Downtown, Shops/Dining?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Drake Cottage! Across from Mirror Pond. Heart of Bend, Walk to Downtown, Shops/Dining?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Drake Cottage! Across from Mirror Pond. Heart of Bend, Walk to Downtown, Shops/Dining located?

Located in Old Bend, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Drake Park and Old Mill District. Deschutes River and Des Chutes Historical Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful! It was great to be so close to downtown Old Bend. So many great parks, shopping boutiques, and restaurants in walking distance. Great place to rest after a day trip to Crater Lake, Umpqua Hot Springs, or Smith Rock.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce L.

Great location, near the river, walk to downtown, cozy

This was our 3rd stay at Drake. Close to restaurants, the river, downtown. We'll be back.
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl E.

Central location for 2 people

This cottage is the perfect location with a view of Drake Park and the Deschutes River. I appreciated that a week before arrival, I was sent a downloadable guidebook that answered every question I could possibly have for our stay. It included check in, check out, parking, wifi, details about the cottage, maps, contact numbers, etc. 2 of us stayed here for 4 nights. The king size bed in cottage 307 had an amazing mattress and pillows. There is a locked shed onsite to store bikes, floats etc. The kitchen was stocked with the basics along with a full-size fridge. The other cottages were occupied by several nice couples. This is not a party property, that is not allowed and that is not the vibe. You are on a busy road and intersection, especially during the summer and hot days, you are across from the float take out spot. I wore earplugs at night but that's not necessary. The cottage is so centrally located we biked everywhere: Drake Park, Old Town, Old Mill District, the Ampitheater, Galveston, everywhere. We will definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

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

Nice place. Great location!

Nice place. Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

nicole m.

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

Small cottage

Small and comfy stay with AC! Great location where you can float the Deschutes and walk a few steps back home. Close to our go to breweries and burrito shop!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tom N.

Great Place

Great little place to stay. Clean and comfortable. PERFECT Location. Across the street from the park and river. walking distance to downtown. Really enjoyed our stay and we can't wait to come back
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10/10 Excellent

Lacey

Comfortable Stay

Comfortable stay for a few days while working. Close to everything you could ever need. Walking distance to downtown, old mill, and so much more! Highly recommend for a couple look for some R&R.

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

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

Great spot

Traffic heavy outside rental but convenience to central bend awesome
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Janet N.

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

307 Bend

Great except the minisplit was very loud
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

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

Perfect for 2

Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff and Lisa K.

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

Perfect area to be!

Overall impression of the apartment is clean, adequate, and comfortable for our short stay. The perfect location for walking the park and trail, and a very short walk in to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leota H., Kennewick, WA

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

Nice little cottage. Very clean and well maintained. The view of the park was nice.

It was great. We walked to most places and had a great relaxing time.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

June P., Lakeland

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

Riverfront experience

We had a wonderful visit in Bend. The Drake Cottage sits across from a beautiful, family friendly park with numerous walking trails. We visited during the summer and had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

larry l., Idaho Falls, Idaho

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

3 nights-perfect!

What a delightful place and beautifully located. We love this area of Bend. Drake Park has always been one of our favorite parts of town. Thank you for such a wonderful accommodation. We will definitely return to your VRBO!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wanda H.

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

Convenient and comfortable property

Drake Cottage is well located for Old Bend, downtown, and the Old Mill District. Drake Park is just steps away. The apartment is well-equipped, clean, and comfortable. The only disappointment was the traffic noise that was more than expected for a residential neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

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

Great Stay in Bend

Fantastic little VRBO in a great location. Everything as described. Perfect for my wife & I on our 28th anniversary trip. Couple minor cleaning issues. Noticed it was pretty dirty under the bed when trying to adjust the power strips to make plugging in devices easier at the nightstands, and the vent for the bathroom fan was filthy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

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

Great stay

Great stay. Fantastic location. Older unit but well maintained. Small but manageable. Would have liked a place to store gear. Bikes, boards etc
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

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

Wonderful week Bend

The cottage is walking distance to everything Bend has to offer! Being practically on the Deschutes River is amazing! Take your, bikes, your rafts, and your walking shoes and get ready to enjoy Bend!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Nice little cottage

Great location and nice little cottage, but note there is no on-street parking and no laundry machines.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Air conditioning was too cold. Loved the patio.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ray D.

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

BEND Cottage

Very nice location. Walking distance to Old Bend downtown area and right on the river. Property was nice but kitchen is very tight with minimal utensils provided Regardless, it met our needs quite nicely. The air system is a single unit centrally located so doesn’t do a great job of cooling the bedroom area. We had to prop up a portable fan to try to get cool air. But it sufficed. All in all - a nice spot to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennie R.

Excellent Location

Was a great location, right across from the park, beautiful for walking in the morning and evening. Close walking distance to several places, including a yummy coffee shop, a couple eateries, and breweries. Overall, a nice place to stay and at good price. I did enjoy the helpful welcome txt's and links to maximize our time in Bend. I've stayed at many rentals and have never received that excellent of services - so kudos to this place! I liked the window blinds/coverings, made it easy to sleep since it is on a busy road with streetlights. The house had all of the essentials, even the towels were soft and the bed was comfy (including the pull-out couch). The cottage was quiet even though the walls were shared with other cottages and on a busy road. I'd certainly stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Constance R., Florence, KY

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

Just right

A very efficient apartment close to all that Bend has to offer, including my son’s place! We’ve stayed in this complex before and loved it’s location. Was a bit fearful that the proximity to the road and Drake park would equal noisy at night, but things quiet down markedly after 9 pm. This is an older cottage , and as such, windows are a bit drafty on a cold night. Plenty of blankets and an electric fireplace and we were cozy. It was 17 degrees outside a couple of nights!! Bed is quite comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Slawek N.

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

Clean, small cottage in charming old Bend.

It is a small but clean cottage beautifully located right across from the lovely Drake Park, in close proximity to old and charming Bend's downtown and the gorgeous pathways leading to the Old Mill District. There are improvements that need to take place that just require some attention to detail. For example: there were no coffee filters (we bought some the day after Thanksgiving), there is no water kettle (we like to make tea), only two spoons (small and medium), we like to prepare some meals for ourselves but spent 10 minutes cleaning the dirty pans (both are on the small side), there was no aluminum foil. I am light sleeper so a word of caution to fellow travelers: the bedroom window faces a busy street and the noise level is high. If you are a light sleeper, I would not recommend this unit unless you have ear plugs. (Ironically for me, the king size mattress was great). I should have specifically asked about noise level and proximity to a road prior to booking and it is my fault that I did not. The noise level is not reflected in my overall rating score. I have also suggested to the manager, (after receiving a text asking me where I parked my car even though it was parked according to instructions) that a simple numbering of the three parking slots would eliminate confusion for guests and equally for management. Once again, the overall customer experience could improve with greater attention to detail on the part of the management company or owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great! Location is perfect! We walked everywhere!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

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