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Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow

Holiday home in Bend with kitchen and patio

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Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Located in Bend's popular Westside, River Gem Bungalow offers a vibrant retreat with the Deschutes River and Miller`s Landing park right across the street. Stroll to historic downtown, Hayden Homes Amphitheater or breweries nearby. The home features high ceilings, lots of windows and artistic touches that highlight an authentic Bend lifestyle.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow

The River Gem Bungalow is a bright and cheerful one bedroom treasure nestled in the heart of Bend`s popular Westside with a location that can't be beat!

This natural-contemporary style home features high ceilings, lots of windows, a cozy loft and a queen size sleeper sofa. Relax on the deck or under the aspens in the backyard surrounded by mature trees and landscaping. This home features European style bedding with fresh clean duvet cover and high thread count linens. There is a fully equipped kitchen, very small washer and dryer, and a gas grill in the backyard for grilling. 

Right across the street from the Deschutes River, within walking distance of the Old Mill District, historic downtown, Hayden Homes Amphitheater, and numerous breweries.

Directly behind the house is Miller`s Landing park: a riparian strip of riverfront with nesting osprey, walking trails, and excellent river access.

Only a few steps away is a charming footbridge that takes you over the river on an easy walk to Columbia Park and "Pirate Playground," a wonderland for kids.

If you prefer to get out and explore, there are plenty of hiking and mountain bike trails just minutes from town in the Deschutes National Forest. The spectacular Cascade Mountains and many lakes are an easy 20 minute drive providing endless opportunities for outdoor adventures.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 650 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

NO PARTIES or loud, rowdy groups. Must follow "Good Neighbor Guidelines"
NO SMOKING (anything!) in the homes or on the properties
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY not to be exceeded

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: DOGS ONLY! Must be older than one year.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

111465

About the area

Map
Bend, OR

What's nearby

  • Deschutes River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hayden Homes Amphitheater - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Deschutes Brewery - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Old Mill District - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Downtown Bend Business Association - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Sunriver Station - 23 min drive
  • Redmond, OR (RDM-Robert's Field) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cascade West Grub & Alehouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Westside Tavern - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Monkless Brasserie - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Lot - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow located?

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

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Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tami G., WEST LINN

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

Great location

We would most definitely stay here again. Such a convenient location to central Bend. Clean and cozy with a great little yard out back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

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

Great location!

This cottage is in a really nice spot, tiny but well equipped kitchen. Clean.

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Great location, well kept unit.

This place is right near the river in Old Bend, and a short walk to concerts at the amphitheater, shopping in Old Mill or downtown, and many restaurants, etc. It is right on the river front trail and has what you need for a nice stay in Bend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann E.

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

Wonderful little gem!

Had a wonderful and easy stay. The location really could not have been better with easy access to parks, the river, places to eat and drink and the amphitheater. We loved the beach bike cruisers that were provided and used them to quickly get to town or tour the area with perfect access to all the bike friendly trails. Also a great location for an easy float of the river. We, and our dogs, we’re very comfortable for the week.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Location is the selling point.

Great location. Pretty outdated house & it was not very apparent that it is a duplex, which would be a nice fact to know. (Share a wall and a window from other unit looks into the private backyard)…Nice little yard, just be aware that the location is so central that people are constantly riding and walking directly by your windows. Welcome brochure gave a little bit of a vibe that the neighbors are not happy with the vrbo thing. Again, the money maker here for the owners is the location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy a.

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

location

very entertaining. My husband and I sat on our back porch and watched all the dogs riding their bikes and dragging their tubes to the river! Funny!!! Not to often did we not see a dog with a human ! lol ♥️👍Very clean , you can walk everywhere .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

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

Prime location - perfect home

Overall this little accommodation had everything we needed for a little get away. The location was perfect - great for any activities around town. We decided to leave our bikes at home- and we were pleasantly surprised to find bikes available with the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

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

Quick Bend Stay

Great unit, great location, great hosts. Everything went perfectly, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

I can see why they named it "River Gem"

Nice, cozy little spot, right by the river and park. Everything you could ask for. Got back home, looked to reserve again for next year, already booked! Great place and Hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzan

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super cute little place right off the river. So many people walking by with dogs, it was very cool. The cottage is very small, but we enjoyed it. You could not get an adult up in the high loft, but our kid loved it. Only criticism was there were lots of dog hairs on the loft bedding and cushions, besides this, all good!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura F., Monument, CO

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

Cozy spot in the heat of Bend's best!

The bungalow was perfectly suited to our needs and the location couldn't be better for walking the river trail, access to parks, restaurants in Old Mill, downtown, west side pubs too! We loved it. Great neighborhood and friendly people buzzing with a fun vibe. The small kitchen was suitable for what we needed - even the bigger meal prep I was doing for our daughter who had just had a baby. Having the small back yard for the dogs was also great - but the access to the trails just out the back gate was the best! We would definitely stay again...
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

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

Great Re-Visit!!

Our 2nd time at this cozy little spot and we love it! Perfect for a couple and their 4 legged children. Cheers and Thank You!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

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

Walkable indeed!

As others have noted, this is a VERY walkable location, though it is a couple blocks minimum to just about any business. One of the walking bridges across the Deschutes is literally across the street, which is very convenient to wander just about anywhere in central bend. Even in cold, rainy December there were walkers/runners/bikers/dogs coming past the house every 3-5 minutes all day. Overall very clean, pictures represent it very well. Cute bikes available in the shed, off-street parking. Nice yard for the dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

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

Mom and son weekend

Loved being in Bend. The house was perfectly located to enjoy walking along the river to downtown. We had a great time. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Perfect!

We loved our stay here. Very close to river and walkable to town. Super comfy bed. Clean. Bikes were a huge plus. Would stay here again in heartbeat. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Murray S.

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

River Gem

We really enjoyed our stay. The location was absolutely perfect!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

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

Perfect Place for Our Stay

Fantastic property with no better location for my wife and my visit to Bend. Very clean and great layout. We loved using the bikes to explore all of Bend! The backyard is perfect to relax and watch all the activity of passersby running, biking, and walking their dogs. We walked to dinner every night! Highly recommend and would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie Ann K.

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

Lovely Rental Surprisingly Close to the River

This rental was the perfect size for my husband and I, and very well appointed. We noticed a coffee grinder on the shelf and picked up some local beans, alas the grinder didn’t work, I let the management know and there was a brand new one waiting for us when we got home from our days adventure. Also, bed was comfy and the knives were sharp. As far as the location goes, we didn’t realize we were right next to the river and the trail that goes along side of it, but at the same time we could easily walk to the downtown area. There is also a terrific little vegetarian restaurant open from breakfast through dinner called Active Culture that was right around the corner. It was great for a quick coffee or an easy healthy dinner. The owner and management were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

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

Incredible Bend Location!

The cottage was the perfect size for us and being mere steps from the river was an amazing treat. Everything is within walking distance!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

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

Great place

Great location, cute place, nice backyard
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Dallas D., Issaquah, WA

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

Great spot

Easy access to the bike trails and nice parks along the river. Fun to watch all the dog walkers pass by going to the park, like a dog show. Inside was nice and clean, outside could use some sprucing up and window cleaning. The bed was good quality, but too soft for my tastes.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim J.

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

We will be back!

We really enjoyed the River Gem Bungalow. It is in a great location, and we hope to book it again this summer. The neighborhood was very quiet and had great walking trails and river access.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy R., Windsor ,CA

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

Great location, close to Old Mill district

We visit Bend twice or more a year. We usually come up with other couples and find a larger home, this time it was just my wife and dog. I looked for a one bedroom that accepts dogs and found this awesome place. It is exactly what we needed, it is close to the Old Mill District, it is very quiet and located on a dead end street that backs up to the entrance to the river park. Everything is within walking distance. The house was clean, and had everything we needed. I liked how the backyard was fenced in so our dog could roam around after a day of hiking. Over all I was very pleased with this rental and would definitely rent this place again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

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

Perfect Location

Definitely gave me a tiny house-like experience. Kitchen was too small for me to cook dinner but the endless dining out options in Bend solved that problem. I was a bit uncomfortable with no window coverings in the back of the house because of the proximity to the pedestrian traffic. The bed was super comfy but not the pull out couch. Sleeping in the loft and getting up during the night seemed a bit risky. Needs a little touching up here and there. But, overall, I loved the place and would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc B., Portland, OR

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

Fantastic Location

Great little bungalow near the river. Easy walk/bike to Downtown or Old Mill District. Property was clean and tidy & neighborhood was peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022