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Bear Den Log Cabin - Classic Family Mountain Retreat, Fireplace, Dogs Welcome

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Exterior
Patio Area
Living room with cozy fireplace
Living room
Entrance of the cabin

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6173.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Welches, OR
  • Place, Salmon River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Courses at Resort at the Mountain
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Timberline Lodge Ski Area
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Loft with Sofa Bed

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Suite

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Floor Bathroom

Primary Suite Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Bear Den Log Cabin - Classic Family Mountain Retreat, Fireplace, Dogs Welcome

Bear Den Log Cabin - Meredith Lodging

If you are looking for a classic log cabin experience when you visit Mt Hood, the Bear Den Log Cabin is where you will want to stay. This rough-hewn log cabin is tucked away in the woods alongside Billy Creek. You can sit back on the creekside deck and relax to the sounds of the babbling brook flowing by and the soft breezes blowing through the trees. You will be far enough off the main road to enjoy peace and quiet, yet close enough to access Mt Hood recreation and activities in minutes.

Grill dinner on the Weber gas BBQ and eat out al fresco or gather around the dining table inside while enjoying a roaring fire in the rock fireplace in the vaulted great room.

This rustic log cabin is ideal for a couple on a romantic retreat or a small family vacation with two bedrooms (1 king, 1 queen) and the sofa bed in the loft plus two full bathrooms.

•On Billy Creek in Welches
•Open Great Room
•Quiet Dead-end Road
•Wood-burning Woodstove in River Rock Fireplace
•Starter Supply of Firewood Provided
•Fully-Equipped Kitchen
•1 King Bed in the Primary Suite
•1 Queen Bed in Bedroom Downstairs
•1 Queen Sofa Bed in Loft
•2 Full Bathrooms
•Jetted Whirlpool Tub in Master Bathroom
•Deck with Propane BBQ and Deck Furniture
•Streaming Services Available
•Internet Speed: Slow - around 10 Mbps
•Land Line Phone w / Free Long Distance (limited cell service)
•Washer / Dryer
•Your Dogs are Welcome!
•No Smoking
•1866 Square Feet
•Property Elevation: 1390 Feet
•Note: Steep driveway and snow on the road requires traction devices (chains or snow tires) and 4WD for access during the winter
•Parking: Max 2 Vehicles, No Street Parking
•Sleeps 6
•No Parties, Weddings or Events, Please.

*Each home is individually owned. Amenities and furnishings are subject to change at any time. For questions on this, please contact our office.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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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

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
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 deadlock

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Den Log Cabin - Classic Family Mountain Retreat, Fireplace, Dogs Welcome pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bear Den Log Cabin - Classic Family Mountain Retreat, Fireplace, Dogs Welcome?

As of 1 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bear Den Log Cabin - Classic Family Mountain Retreat, Fireplace, Dogs Welcome on 12 June 2026 start from NZ$283, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Bear Den Log Cabin - Classic Family Mountain Retreat, Fireplace, Dogs Welcome?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bear Den Log Cabin - Classic Family Mountain Retreat, Fireplace, Dogs Welcome?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Den Log Cabin - Classic Family Mountain Retreat, Fireplace, Dogs Welcome?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bear Den Log Cabin - Classic Family Mountain Retreat, Fireplace, Dogs Welcome located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is steps away from Salmon River and Mount Hood National Forest. The Courses at Resort at the Mountain and Mountain Sports are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 174 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very charming, private and peaceful. Rainy days were not dreaded as relaxing in the cabin was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2025
We are so glad you had a cozy and relaxing stay! We loved hosting you and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really had a great time, thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2025
Hi Kim! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at our lovely cabin and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K&K B.

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

July visit

We had a very nice stay at the cabin. Great nature respite- especially loved that it was so close to the stream! Short drive to restaurants/groceries/wine! Check in/out was super easy & excellent communication with property manager.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2025
Hi Kari! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We are also happy to hear our team was responsive and communicative as we are always striving to provide our guests with an excellent rental experience. We loved hosting you at our cabin and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

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

Weekend getaway

Great location. Quiet and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 April 2025
Hi Paul! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We loved hosting you and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

8/10 Good

jennifer m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful setting and a charming log cabin. Lots of space inside and a good location in Welches near Mt. Hood. The condition of the kitchen and beds was not great- as described in the other reviews. The property management company was very responsive and helpful when an issue came up but we would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the beautiful setting, spacious layout, and that our team was able to respond quickly when an issue arose. We’re sorry to hear the home itself didn’t fully meet your expectations. We do have a lovely collection of homes throughout Mt. Hood and Oregon, and we’d be delighted to help you find the perfect fit for a future stay.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tym

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
This spot is just okay. It's managed by a rental company and you can tell there's not any heart put into it.For example, the kitchen supplies are old and dinged up, there wasn't any salt available (what rental doesn't have salt?!), and the games, books, etc. are old and falling apart. They have a generic binder for the rental that they place in all their rental homes so it wasn't unique to this spot at all (e.g. had hot tub instructions even though this rental doesn't have a hot tub). You can just tell that this is one of those rentals they don't care about upgrading at all.Also, the code they gave us didn't work when we first got there. Thankfully, they had it resolved within 20 minutes but it wasn't a great first impression.This spot is... meh. Great if you need a home base while being out skiing, hiking, etc. but not great if you want a cozy and fun experience with friends/family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 February 2026
Thank you for staying with us and for the feedback. I’m sorry your stay didn’t earn five stars. We appreciate the specifics — we will replace worn kitchen items, refresh the games and books, and update the property binder so it’s accurate for this home. I’m also sorry about the entry code delay; we addressed the lock issue to prevent that from happening again. Thanks again for letting us know — please message us through the Vrbo app if you’d like to share any other details so we can address them.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sukhrob I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10 – Peaceful Retreat by the River in the Oregon WoodsOur stay at this beautiful house in the Oregon woods was simply magical. The home was clean, cozy, and thoughtfully prepared with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. What made it truly special was the sound of the running river nearby — so peaceful and calming, especially in the mornings and at night.We loved spending time on the deck, surrounded by towering trees, fresh forest air, and the soothing sound of nature all around us. It was the perfect spot to relax, unwind, and enjoy a slower pace of life.The location was ideal — private and quiet, yet close enough to trails and small towns for exploring. The hosts were kind and responsive, making sure every detail was perfect.We left feeling refreshed and grateful for such a peaceful escape. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a true Oregon nature retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz D.

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

Great spot to stay in Welches!

Enjoyed our stay while we came up to have fun on the mountain. The house is tucked away with a serene view of the creek and feels in the forest, event though you are minutes from town in a neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
Hi Liz, so glad you enjoyed your time at the Bear Den Log Cabin. We would love to see you again when you visit Mt Hood. Betsy and the team at Mt Hood Vacation Rentals
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean Reed B.

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

Best log cabin experience

Bear Den is a real log cabin with modern amenities, right next to a creek, close to the Salmon River, and a short drive to spectacular hiking. It is exactly what I wanted and more for a forest getaway. I’ll be staying here again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2024
Hi Sean! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you had an enjoyable and comfortable forest getaway. We loved hosting you at our cabin, and look forward to review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Quiet getaway

We stayed a few nights and did some hiking around the area. The cabin is clean and surrounded by the sounds of birds and a babbling brook. The tvs only play dvds, no cable or streaming, next time i would bring my roku, but that was okay, we kept busy. It was lovely and I'd stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
Hi Laura! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you enjoyed your getaway. We appreciate your feedback, and will follow up with our local property team about the TVs. We loved hosting you, and hope you will return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui O.

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

Weekend Getaway

I wanted a cozy cabin in the woods and that is exactly what it was! We will be back! JO
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 February 2024
Hi Jacqui! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Bear Den Log Cabin. We loved hosting you, and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Bears' Den

This is the quintessential cabin in the woods. We'll be back despite some defered maintenance issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
Hi Susan! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you had an enjoyable stay. We welcome your feedback, and would love to know how we can improve your stay. Please feel free to provide us with specific maintenance issues, so we can address them. We loved hosting you at Bear Den Log Cabin, and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

A Sweet Escape

What a beautiful property! I was a little unsure because of some of the reviews but they were so few and far apart I figured maybe some people can’t be pleased and I was right! It’s a beautiful log cabin encapsulated by lush woods and a surprisingly rushing creek which we loved. The cabin is clean, spacious and functional. The first cabin I’ve wanted to return to again and again so we’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2024
Hi Nicole! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you had an enjoyable stay at our lovely cabin and hope you will return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mathurin F.

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

Good

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
Hi Mathurin! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to see you again!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Chelsea I.

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

Okay

Liked the location and the Cabin, for the most part. Only minus was there was an odd smell downstairs near the bathroom and the cabin is a bit out dated. We also had a very hard time sleeping the bed, I am guessing is pretty old and was very loud whenever my husband or I tried to roll over, it would wake us up.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lars Inge I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Nice woodhouse

The only thing that was not okej was the bedsofa, that has to be changed to something that you could sleep in. We were 5 persons but there was only beds for 4 persons. Otherwice it was verry good.!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 October 2023
Hi Lars! We enjoyed hosting you; however, we are sorry there was an issue with sleeping arrangements. We will share this feedback with our local team. We value your booking, and hope you will stay with us again the next time you are in Oregon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice but...

It would have been great except for the dead animal smell in the downstairs bathroom. It reeked, and obviously this was known before the time we arrived. (Since it had been recently cleaned.) Since the smell was worse when the fan was on, I suggest that the owner/manager check out the vent: Wish they had elected to do that before we arrived.)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
Sorry but we were not aware before you arrived. Would have fixed what ever it may have been.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Bear's Den is the perfect mountain retreat!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had three days to retreat to the mountain. From the get-go the property management was both professional and very accomodating to our needs. When we arrived we were delighted by Bear's Den perfect setting- in the beautiful forest, next to a stream. Opening the door to our retreat the Bear's Den delighttful theme was carried throughout the rooms. All amenities were within the immaculate home, ready to enjoy. We felt at home and enjoyed every day. THe staff was extremely helpful in directing us to sites and hikes to enjoy. Each day was an event. We would rate this mountain retreat a perfect 5.
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location but needs some care and attention

The cabin's location on the creek is lovely with plenty of privacy and a beautiful native setting. The cabin itself is quite dated with aging appliances and furniture, not terribly comfortable beds and overall needs some attention. A number of lights were not working making the master bedroom and bath very dark and annoying. There are absolutely no staples in the kitchen, not even salt. The kitchen had adequate utensils and cookware but it was strangely organized with utensils scattered over three different drawers in different parts of the kitchen. It just feels like the property manager and/or owner just don't care about the guest experience which is a shame as it could be a great vacation spot. In addition, we had asked for a 2 hour early check in and was informed that would be an extra 50 fee which just seemed mean. We ended up leaving a day early.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2025
Hi Mary. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the peaceful creekside location and natural setting. That said, we are sorry your overall experience didn’t meet expectations. Your comments regarding lighting, kitchen organization, and overall comfort have been shared with our property team for immediate review. We understand how small details can significantly impact a stay. We also appreciate your note about the early check-in policy and will share your comments with management. Thank you again for your insights. We hope to provide you with a much-improved rental experience in the future.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Chris P.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Very disappointed with communication and cleanliness

We were very disappointed with our stay for several reasons. First, the cleanliness of the home was far below what we expected—there were areas that seemed like they hadn’t been cleaned at all. Additionally, the mattresses were extremely uncomfortable, including the pull-out bed, making it difficult to get a good night's sleep. To make matters worse, the host was extremely rude in their text messages, accusing us of bringing two dogs when we only had one, so this accusation was not only incorrect but also added unnecessary stress to our stay. The combination of uncleanliness, uncomfortable beds, and poor communication from the host made our experience far from enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Justin S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not-so-great cabin in the woods

Pros: Location, privacy, high ceilings, truly a cabin in the woods. The creek running down hill in the back was nice. Cons: The house seems like it was once a well cared for family cabin and is now more of an owned & managed rental property. It's bare bones and pretty dirty. There were cobwebs everywhere and while one would understandably expect some signs of the woods (bugs, modest cobwebs, etc.), this place seemed like it hadn't been properly cleaned in a while. Maybe they cleaned after the last guest and a while had since passed. I put my hand through a cobweb to flip on the light in the laundry room so clearly someone hadn't been in there for a while. There was a black fly infestation. We killed 30 large black house flies the first night, literally one every 15 minutes. Not to mention the 6-10 dead ones that were scattered about on the carpet and counters when we arrived. We almost left early. The upstairs bed was very loud and firm. Any movement whatsoever made loud squeaks. The shower head in the upstairs shower badly needs replacement as it sprayed out in every direction. Simply put, we would not rent this cabin again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Hi Justin! We are glad you enjoyed the location, privacy and the creek, but we are sorry to hear you encountered some issues. Had we been notified, we would have promptly sent our team over to see how we could best address your listed concerns. Having said that, we have shared your feedback with our local property for improvements. We would also like to share that we have addressed the shower head. We value your booking and hope to provide you with a more polished stay in the future.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Daniele T.

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

Not a dream cabin

The neighborhood was surprising, discarded furniture rotting on the property next to us. Garbage piled.Feels like entering a hoarding zone. Not the best first impression and the beauty of the nature doesn't make up for everything. The house was not clean, clearly only what is visible upon entering was taken care of: general surfaces and vacuuming... maybe. I have picture of a lazy susan that would make you vomit, the stove had burnt encrusted food. One burner didn't work, my husband had to fix it. There is rust all around the refrigerator, the dishwasher was full of clean dishes we had to put away upon arrival. The stove is older than my daughters who are in their thirties, the fridge likely as well. The fireplace is not working very well, the games are all mixed up, for example the Scrabble had pieces from 3 different games all mixed up. The sheets smelled questionable. There are so many rules to follow you feel as if you are in boot camp for the military. The list of garbage not allowed in the garbage disposal should show what is allowed, not what is not, it would be much shorter. If garbage disposal is not a good option for the environment, just remove it. We found out, after reading endless rules posted all around the house that if we arrive on a Wednesday evening we are to hall the recycling left during the previous week to the top of the driveway. We didn't, we saw the rule the next day. The sofa are completely dead, you cannot get up from them. Never again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
Hi Daniele. We enjoyed hosting you; however, we are sorry you were not fully satisfied with your stay. We appreciate your honest feedback, and a guest relations team member will be reaching out to hear about your stay, and how we can improve on your behalf. We value your booking, and hope we have the pleasure of hosting you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Bear Den Cabin

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would stay again. However, with attention to a few details(replace worn-out coffeemaker, thorough dusting of logs, disposal of previous guests’ cigarette butts, replace rusted kitchen sink and broken kitchen light fixtures, replace electrical outlets that no longer hold cords, clean up mouse poop in cabinets and closets) this could really be a first class property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Great time

It seems like an older property, the kitchen appliances are old, not all dimmer switches seemed to dim and were just on/off switches. Dust in between the logs, not sure what you could've done about that, but I do have dust allergies.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
Hi David, we are happy that you enjoyed your stay at the cabin. It is about 30 years old, so some items are older. We will check to see why the dimmer switches are not dimming. Betsy at Mt Hood Vacation Rentals
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W.

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

Just what we needed

This cabin is amazing and cozy. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

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