Marvelous Single Level Home in Central Newberg, Fire-Table, Covered Patio, Seven Blocks to Downtown
Tucked away on a corner lot in the heart of Newberg, this wonderful bungalow is just a few blocks from countless fabulous restaurants, wine tasting options, and George Fox University. Additionally, hundreds of extraordinary vineyards are just a short drive away in some of the most picturesque landscapes imaginable.
The decor and furnishing have been recently updated to provide that perfect blend of style and comfort. The covered patio with a fire table is always a popular amenity. Whether you are in town for work or pleasure, 'Al's House' is a fantastic option to rest, recuperate, and enjoy all Oregon's wine country and the Pacific Northwest has to offer.
Property Information:
Al Blodgett was a pillar in the Newberg community. He served 50 years with the Newberg Fire Department, helped run the local Toy & Joy program, and helped fund the city Christmas lights and decorations. Al also helped organize the Newberg Old Fashioned Festival each year & actively involved with the chamber of commerce, but he also ran a successful Drive-In for 18 years. Al's Drive-In was a well loved place where many went to enjoy a meal out. In 1966, Blodgett opened the restaurant and had two topless mermaids painted to be a part of the sign. Being a small and conservative town, these mermaids created quite a controversy, with many demanding they be removed or covered up. Being the stubborn man he was, Blodgett refused and instead settled on a less detailed version of the breasts to be painted. While it didn't please everyone, it was enough to allow the mermaids to remain until Blodgett closed the diner in 1984 when he became a full time firefighter. For 18 years, families and friends gathered at that Drive-In, and many teens had their first job at Al's Drive-In. It has become a beloved piece of Newberg's history and a big part of Al's legacy.
★ Not a pet friendly home.
This property includes a noise alert monitoring system in order to ensure that neighborhood noise levels are respected. Again, please realize we want every group to enjoy their time, laugh, have fun and make memories. These devices are only to ensure noise levels don't reach a threshold that bothers our neighbors. Also, please note there is no electronic video surveillance monitoring pools or spas, or on the interior of the house.
Property Information:
Bedroom 1: King bed
Office: 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa
★ Window A/C in front room
★ Fire-table with seating in backyard
★ New décor and furnishing throughout
Location:
★ 5 Blocks to Memorial Park
★ 7 Blocks to downtown Newberg and countless restaurants, entertainment, and wine tasting options
★ 3/4 Mile to George Fox University
★ 2 Miles to Dundee
★ 13 Miles to McMinnville
★ 25 Miles to Portland
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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
About the area
Newberg
Newberg is home to this holiday home. Hoover-Minthorn House Museum and McMinnville Downtown Historic District are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Jaquith Park and Rogers Landing County Park. Ponzi Wine Bar and Sherwood Center for the Arts are also worth visiting.
George Fox University: Newberg Campus - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Hoover-Minthorn House Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Jaquith Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Rogers Landing County Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
Oregon Health and Science University - 43 min drive - 41.4 km
Getting around
Tigard Transit Center Station - 22 min drive
Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
Dairy Queen - 3 min walk
Lyrics Cafe - 13 min walk
Miss Hannah’s Gourmet Popcorn - 5 min walk
Dutch Bros Coffee - 4 min walk
Old Town Bar & Grill - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Marvelous Single Level Home in Central Newberg, Fire-Table, Covered Patio, Seven Blocks to Downtown pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Marvelous Single Level Home in Central Newberg, Fire-Table, Covered Patio, Seven Blocks to Downtown?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marvelous Single Level Home in Central Newberg, Fire-Table, Covered Patio, Seven Blocks to Downtown on 30 November 2026 start from NZ$386, 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 Marvelous Single Level Home in Central Newberg, Fire-Table, Covered Patio, Seven Blocks to Downtown?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Marvelous Single Level Home in Central Newberg, Fire-Table, Covered Patio, Seven Blocks to Downtown?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Marvelous Single Level Home in Central Newberg, Fire-Table, Covered Patio, Seven Blocks to Downtown?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Marvelous Single Level Home in Central Newberg, Fire-Table, Covered Patio, Seven Blocks to Downtown located?
Situated in Newberg, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Hoover-Minthorn House Museum and George Fox University: Newberg Campus. Rogers Landing County Park and Jaquith Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
An older home in a well-established neighborhood, the home provided us the things we desired for our stay. It was a comfortable home in a quiet location, close to downtown. It allowed us to visit our kids and have a place to veg out for a while too.
Dean A.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Steven
17 July 2024
Nice in town stay
We were looking for a place in town with a kitchen, and this place was perfect. The in-window air conditioner did fine against the unusually hot 104 degree weather.
Hello Keith, Thank you for leaving us a review! We are glad that you seemed to have enjoyed the vineyards! But we are left wondering what we could have done to earn a 5 star review. VRBO does consider anything less than 5 stars as subpar and we would have loved to know what could have been done to enhance your stay! It was a pleasure hosting you and we would gladly have you back.
I needed a place to stay for a few days with a kitchen table and a couch so I could meet with my business partner, and this place was perfect.
The hosts were accessible via text and everything was effortless. I’ll be back.
The property was a perfect location for my stay. Loved having washer and dryer, full kitchen, 2 bedroom areas plus a living space! Unfortunately, due to the extreme heat at the time of our visit we had to obtain other accommodations the last night as the window AC was not able to keep up and the inside temp was 83 at 10pm. Only restitution was for future trips and no restitution for the night we had to find other accommodations. Unsatisfied with this result tainting the rest of the stay.
Robin T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bryant F.
22 May 2024
Nice professional stay
Clear communication throughout the stay including resolving an issue with the wifi. Well supplied, professional with bathroom, cooking, dishwashing supplies. Older home but well maintained in a quiet neighborhood. Covered carport is your main access to the home.
Not super obvious from the listing but there is a second bedroom with a sofa/futon about the size of a full sized bed (ok for 2 kids but a bit cozy for 2 adults).
Bryant F.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Doug H.
24 June 2024
Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Softball trip
Came here for my daughter’s softball trip and there was 7 bags of garbage outside I notified the property manager on the 2nd night and he said he’d take care of it and it was never taken care of and the AC was not turned on when I got there and it was so hot
Doug H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2024
Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent stay. We sincerely apologize for the inconveniences you encountered during your visit. Your experience is certainly not the standard of service we aim to provide, and we will be addressing this matter with our team to ensure it does not happen again. You'd be happy to know we have ordered a larger garbage bin for future guests and will ensure it is assessed accordingly. Additionally, we understand how important a cool and comfortable environment is, especially during warmer weather. Our team will make efforts to keep the home a comfortable temperature to ensure our guests stay is as comfortable as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding, as we are committed to improving our services to prevent such issues in the future. Should you choose to stay with us again, we will ensure a much smoother and more enjoyable experience.
This was a great place for my daughter and I to stay for her college drop off. We were disappointed that the sleeper sofa wasn't comfortable. But we just shared the bed and it was fine.
The only issue I had was with the gate latch. It would get stuck and I would be unable to open it the way it was set up. I also put the garbage out the night before pick up like asked and the trash was not picked up. I don’t know if the day is different now since the manual was made or if I did something wrong.
Amanda L.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 September 2024
Hello Amanda, Thank you for leaving us a review and we are glad that this place was great for you and your daughter to stay! Sorry that the sleeper sofa was not comfortable. We understand that comfort is subjective and while it can be challenging, we always strive to cater to various needs. Regarding the gate latch and the trash being not picked up. Had you let us know that you were having these issues, our team would have gladly addressed them promptly to ensure a smooth experience for you. It was a pleasure hosting you and we would gladly have you back.
Verified
8/10 Good
Kimberly E.
26 June 2025
Kimberly E.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2025
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, Kimberly. But we are left wondering what we could have done to earn a 5 star review. VRBO does consider anything less than 5 stars as subpar and we would have loved to know what could have been done to enhance your stay! It was a pleasure hosting you and we would gladly have you back.
About the host
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