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Thistle Dew: Salmon River romantic retreat, deck, hot tub and Wood Stove

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Outdoor Hot Tub
Front porch
Outdoor seating for the fabulous views
Kitchen Area
Seating Area with beautiful forest views

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 467.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Welches, OR
  • Place, Salmon River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Courses at Resort at the Mountain
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandy River
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Thistle Dew: Salmon River romantic retreat, deck, hot tub and Wood Stove

Thistle Dew - Meredith Lodging


Thistle Dew, a completely renovated historic cabin along the Salmon River in Welches has been the center of Mt Hood memories for more than a century. Settle in at this cozy cabin with river views from most every room, the riverfront back deck and the grassy backyard. During the summer months dip your toes in the cool river water, during the late summer and early fall watch the salmon spawning with a backdrop of fall colors and in the winter, stay cozy and warm inside with a frosting of snow along the river's edge. Relax in the private, outdoor hot tub with Salmon River views.

The cabin setting is ideal for a romantic getaway with the cozy wood-filled interior and the sounds of the river flowing by. The spacious en suite bedroom includes a king bed, twin bunk beds and attached bathroom. The modern kitchen includes a full-size refrigerator, range with cooktop and full-size oven, microwave, toaster and all of the pots, pans, dishes, serveware and utensils you need to prepare a fantastic meal. Grill out on the back deck on the gas BBQ with the sounds and views of the river as your backdrop.

Stay warm and cozy inside with the ambiance of a natural wood fire in the woodstove and the electric heat. During the summer months open the windows for the natural air conditioning of a cooling cross breeze. You will love the natural sunlight that streams in through the great room skylights all day long and and the nighttime view of the stars. The relaxing riverfront location will lure you to spend all of your time outside just gazing at the river with a good book, good company and a glass of good wine.

• On the Salmon River in Welches
• Open Great Room
• Semi-Secluded Riverfront Setting
• Woodstove
• Starter Supply of Firewood Provided
• Fully-Equipped Kitchen
• 1 King Bed in Primary Suite
• 1 Bunk Bed (2 twins) in Primary Suite
• 1 Full Bathroom with Walk-in Shower off the Primary Suite.
• Private, Outdoor Hot Tub
• Deck with Propane BBQ and Deck Furniture
• Cable TV
• Internet Speed: Slow - around 10 Mbps
• Land Line Phone w / Free Long Distance (limited cell service)
• Washer / Dryer
• Please leave your pets at home
• No Smoking
• 762 Square Feet
• Property Elevation: 1285 Feet
• Note: Snowy roads and driveway require traction devices (chains or snow tires) and 4WD for access during the winter
• Parking: Max 2 Vehicles, No Street Parking
• Sleeps 4
• 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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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
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 Thistle Dew: Salmon River romantic retreat, deck, hot tub and Wood Stove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thistle Dew: Salmon River romantic retreat, deck, hot tub and Wood Stove?

As of 26 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Dew: Salmon River romantic retreat, deck, hot tub and Wood Stove on 22 June 2026 start from NZ$396, 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 Thistle Dew: Salmon River romantic retreat, deck, hot tub and Wood Stove?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Thistle Dew: Salmon River romantic retreat, deck, hot tub and Wood Stove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thistle Dew: Salmon River romantic retreat, deck, hot tub and Wood Stove?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thistle Dew: Salmon River romantic retreat, deck, hot tub and Wood Stove located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Salmon River, Mount Hood National Forest and The Courses at Resort at the Mountain. Mountain Sports and Salmon River Trail are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful. Peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 March 2026
Thank you for the 5-star rating! I'm glad you found our home beautiful and peaceful. We'd be happy to host you again—come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed and what an amazing view of the river and access. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 January 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! We're so glad you found the home well-appointed and that you enjoyed the river view and access. We look forward to hosting you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property met all advertised expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2025
Hi David! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We loved hosting you at Thistle Dew and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing 3 nights at Thistle Dew. It is a simply beautiful spot with great proximity to Welches and trail heads. I highly recommend Thistle Dew!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2025
Hi Jennifer! We are so glad you enjoyed your getaway at Thistle Dew. We loved hosting you and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good overall. Needs a good deep clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 November 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We will share your comments with our local property team. We loved hosting you and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn F.

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

Great place to relax

Lovely cabin. The water and wildlife were peaceful. Close to groceries and other conveniences, but off the beaten path. The hot tub was great to use and easy to access.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Hi Shawn! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We loved hosting you at Thistle Dew and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent Saturday afternoon sitting by the river, watching salmon swim upstream and soaking our feet in the cool water. Then we drove up to Timberline to catch the sunset. Thistle Dew is rustic and cozy, yet conveniently located close to shopping. It was just what my wife and I were looking for in a relaxing weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2025
We are so glad you had a relaxing stay! We loved hosting you and your wife at Thistle Dew and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!! So clean and comphy!!! Well stocked. The sound of the river was magical!!! The bed was like sleeping on a cloud!!Would definitely return!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2025
Hi Jennifer! We are so pleased you had such an enjoyable and comfortable stay. We loved hosting you and hope to welcome you back for another restful getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke C.

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

Cozy and relaxing getaway!

What a lovely space, clean hot tub with a riverfront view, and well equipped for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 December 2024
Hi Brooke! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you had an enjoyable and comfortable getaway at Thistle Dew. We loved hosting you and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

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

weekend getaway

The house was fantastic for a quiet weekend getaway. Right on the Salmon River, everything was clean and well appointed, hot tub was great. Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 December 2024
Hi Kevin! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you enjoyed your weekend getaway. We loved hosting you at Thistle Dew and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noel H.

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

Lovely getaway

The cabin was homey and clean, very comfortable for a little getaway! Some nearby neighbors, but very quiet and beautiful setting, not at all far from the grocery store and restaurants in Welches! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2025
Hi Noel! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you had an enjoyable and comfortable stay. We loved hosting you at Thistle Dew and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave N.

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

Thistle more than Dew!

Great place for a getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2025
Hi David! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We loved hosting your getaway and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eliza D.

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

Peaceful retreat

Lovely and cozy accommodations. Beautiful area with many sites nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2024
Hi Eliza! Thank you for your 5-star review! We are so glad you had a relaxing and enjoyable getaway. We loved hosting you at Thistle Dew and hope you will return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Great place for a weekend getaway!

Nice little cabin right on the Salmon River. All the amenities for a great stay! Many birds and even watched a deer cross the river right in front of the cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2024
Hi James! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We loved hosting your weekend getaway, and hope you will return!
Verified

8/10 Good

tim b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice spot. Easy to get to. The river setting was marvelous. The property could use a good spring cleaning. So all in all very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2025
Hi Tim! We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Thistle Dew. We appreciate your feedback and will share your comments with our local team. We loved hosting you and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julie f.

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

Great location

Perfect getaway for my husband and I. Loved the river, so peaceful! House was great for the 2 of us, had everything we needed!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda A.

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

Mt Hood / Columbia River Gorge Vacation

This was a perfect spot to enjoy our time in Oregon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
Hi Melinda! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you had an enjoyable stay at Thistle Dew in beautiful Oregon. We loved hosting you, and hope you will return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theodore C.

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

Nice place.

Peaceful and beautiful riverfront property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 February 2024
Hi Theodore! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Thistle Dew, and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean m.

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

a beautiful snowy weekend stay in a perfect cabin

had my boyfriend in from Boston and he wanted a perfect PNW forest getaway and this cabin was exactly that. cute, clean, comfy and easy to find this cabin was just what we wanted!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
Hi Sean! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you had an enjoyable and comfortable getaway at Thistle Dew. We loved hosting you, and hope you will be back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

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

A little slice of heaven

This cabin is wonderful nestled in a quiet little neighborhood right off the Salmon River just far enough away from the busier Mt. Hood areas without being too far from any of the trails and such. The fire pit by the river is just magical and it has everything you need for a quick little stay. We really didn’t want to leave and hope to be back someday.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2025
Hi Nancy! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We loved hosting you at Thistle Dew and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip H.

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

Excellent!

Thistle Dew was wonderful! Cozy and tidy. We loved having the river right out the back door with chairs and a fire pit right at the riverside.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2025
Hi Philip! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We loved hosting you and hope to welcome you back for another relaxing getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alisa P.

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

Serene

My husband and I had the best stay. The cabin was so well appointed, and the view was just spectacular. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful, restful retreat with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 November 2024
We are so glad you and your husband had an enjoyable and restful stay. We agree ... the views are spectacular. We loved hosting you at Thistle Dew and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Max R.

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

Honeymoon

This was the perfect place to stay. The river is right there and nice to sit and listen to, and catch a glimpse of a fish swimming by every now and then. Close to several hiking options too. We really enjoyed our time there!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 November 2023
Hi Max! Thank you for your 5-star review and choosing to spend your honeymoon with us. We are so glad you had a perfect stay at Thistle Dew. We loved hosting you, and hope you will return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany E.

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

Great place!

We enjoyed our stay for a few nights! The river view and listening to the river was so peaceful. Very quiet area as we hardly heard anyone else. Cabin was spotless and had all the amenities we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
Hi Bethany! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you had an enjoyable and peaceful stay. We loved hosting you at Thistle Dew, and hope you will return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful cabin on the river

Very quiet, relaxing and comfortable cabin. We were there for 10 days and enjoyed morning coffee and afternoon wind sitting by the river. Plenty of hiking around Mt. Hood and fairly short drive to Hood River and Columbia Gorge.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2024
Hi Steven! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you had an enjoyable and comfortable stay. We loved hosting you and hope you will return to Thistle Dew!

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