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Vacation and Business Get-A-Way/Lay-Over

Family-friendly chalet in John Day

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Nestled in John Day Valley, Oregon, The John Day Valley Chalet offers a serene retreat with a great view of the eastern valley and Big Canyon Mountain. Enjoy modern comforts like dish TV with HBO and internet while unwinding on the 15 x 22 ft. deck or by the fire pit in the large yard.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms158 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Vacation and Business Get-A-Way/Lay-Over

A Fly-in or Drive-in retreat.
Discounts with stays over 5 nights.
One of 4 places we have. If this is taken, inquire anyway for possible cancellations or other openings. John Day Valley Rentals
The John Day Valley Chalet, as we like to call it, is located right above the town of John Day, Oregon and just below the airport. It has a great view of the entire eastern valley and of Big Canyon Mountain to the south. It is a perfect vacation home for families or an ideal location as a corporate lodging facility for those coming for a few days on business in the valley.
The Chalet is very private, sitting on 3 acres, out of sight of the few other homes in the area. It is completely furnished with a complete modern kitchen and all the amenities of a nice country retreat, though you won't be roughing it. It sleeps 6 in three spacious bedrooms with pillow top queen beds and a couple of single floor mattresses for the kids or extra vacationers. There are two full bathrooms, one with double sink and double shower and large walk-in closet.
There is dish TV with HBO and player with numerous videos, CD player, internet and local telephone as well as laundry room.
Outside we have a 15 x 22 ft. deck with Patio set and Bar and Bar-b-que. Steps go down to a large yard overlooking the valley complete with Gazebo, Fire pit, Horse shoe pit and just outdoor lounging.
The driveway is large enough for large RV's to turn around in or park next to the home itself.
There is also a nice 6 x 10 ft. wire kennel with dog house for outside use and a dog house in the garage for inside use on cold or hot days.
No dogs in the house. Hardwood floors and wood and cloth furniture.
Like I said, the home is totally furnished and equipped. Just bring your suitcase and your groceries.
It is beautiful, quiet and clean and we leave the keys in our car in this country.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Dogs only, limited to two, fenced kennel and garage available. Clean up after them. Please be aware of your pets actions. Not allowed on furniture.
Please care for our home and garden. Writing on or scratching up walls or furniture will be noted and charged.
$300 fine for smoking in house

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Chalet
Vacation Business Get a way/lay over
Vacation and Business Get-A-Way/Lay-Over Chalet
Vacation and Business Get-A-Way/Lay-Over John Day
Vacation and Business Get-A-Way/Lay-Over Chalet John Day

About the area

Located in John Day, this chalet is in the city centre and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Clyde Holiday State Park and John Day River, while Kam Wah Chung and Company Museum and Grant County Ranch & Rodeo Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our John Day travel guide
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John Day, OR

What's nearby

  • Blue Mountain Hospital
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kam Wah Chung and Company Museum
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Grant County Ranch & Rodeo Museum
    3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Clyde Holiday State Park
    11 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Bates State Park
    43 min drive - 61.4 km

Restaurants

  • 1188 Brewing Company
    3 min drive
  • Squeeze-In
    3 min drive
  • The Snaffle Bit Dinner House
    18 min walk
  • Dairy Queen
    20 min walk
  • Java Jungle
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacation and Business Get-A-Way/Lay-Over pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Vacation and Business Get-A-Way/Lay-Over?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vacation and Business Get-A-Way/Lay-Over?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation and Business Get-A-Way/Lay-Over?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vacation and Business Get-A-Way/Lay-Over located?

This family-friendly John Day chalet is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Kam Wah Chung and Company Museum, John Day River and Blue Mountain Hospital. Grant County Ranch & Rodeo Museum and Grant County Historical Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Vacation and Business Get-A-Way/Lay-Over Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kent S.

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

Vacation

Fantastic location and great clean property!! Was nice to relax after long days of hiking and not being in a hotel room!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

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

Spacious and Bright

I stayed here with a group of two and also a group of seven, and it is great for both. The views from the spacious living room are spectacular, especially the morning sunrise in the East.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cedric V.

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

Pleasantly surprised!

This house and location is much better than you would assume from the listing. What a great house! We really enjoyed it. And what a view! You can’t go wrong with this house. Thanks for hosting us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal G.

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

Annual Cousin Get Together

This was our second time renting this home. The house is great for large groups and the open floor plan is great for visiting, playing games, and shared meals. The property is beautiful and the views gorgeous. The owner is great he even came out to handle a wasp problem for us. Looking forward to next year!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Gina C.

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

Spring Break/ birthday

It was absolutely beautiful. The view in the morning sitting outside drinking my coffee was priceless. The was so much to see around John Day. The people were very pleasant in town. We loved the neighbor hood deer. Jim is a very nice man to talk to and very helpful. The house was clean and stocked with almost everything you would need. I would love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Marianne B.

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

Wedding trip

House was perfect for our family. Plenty of dishes/utensils (awesome). The A/C was struggling when we arrived but we noticed the “change filter” warning and we were able to find the replacement filters and changed it out (note: whomever changed it out last forgot to remove the plastic!).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Voneda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views, quiet and comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

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

Perfect family getaway with stunning views

Our family had a wonderful stay at this VRBO. The location was perfect and the views were unforgettable — we enjoyed them every day. The place was comfortable and suited our needs perfectly. Highly recommend and we’d love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property. Beautifully decorated and wonderfully stocked with everything we needed. Host was helpful and prompt with communication. We truly had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

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

Best ever vrbo

A beautiful and well furnished property. We loved it and would visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

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

Great place

Great view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Voneda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is well appointed, quiet and has wonderful views—you thought of everything—and the art is well done.
Forever
Quiet
Nice touches throughout
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary f.

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

John Day home

What a beautiful place with a wonderful view of the mountains, valley and town of John Day! We all loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kolby G.

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

fantastic

Wet Impressed with this property! Have stayed here twice now and been great each time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

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

Relaxing retreat

This house is in a great location, close to restaurants, etc., but up & away from traffic. It was a great jump off point for our exploration. Comfortable beds, well appointed kitchen, beautiful view from the deck. Very relaxing space.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven K.

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

Great views!!!

Great place and very comfortable. The VRBO charges are not explained well and hard to navigate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We felt so comfortable in this beautiful home! Every little thing has been considered and supplied .... from luggage racks (often missing) to USB chargers bedside. There is nothing rental or part-time about the furnishings, appliances, cookware or other amenities. A very, quiet and private location ... we saw one car (at a distance) and a whole family of deer all week. And the view!!! Amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN R.

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

Winter

Nice and easy
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal G.

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

Family Get Together

The view of John Day and the valley is beautiful. The yard and porches were well kept and we all had a great time playing horse shoes and hanging outside. The house is well stocked don’t over shop like I did! We would stay here again. Five stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryll L.

Excellent Home and View. Thank you so much for sharing it with us!!!

Jim and Sandy were super nice and helpful. The home is truly georgeous and clean. Well maintained and stocked. The pictures do not do the this home due justice. It’s stunning. I really did not want to leave. Thank you both so much for a well needed place to vacation. Take care
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The crew enjoyed there stay, Jim the host was very responsive when contacted.Thank You
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhoda H.

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

John Day stay

Beautiful home, well equipped, great directions. Would recommend to others wanting to spend time in a small friendly town with great food at local restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha E.

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

Family trip

Stay was wonderful. The view from this house was breathtaking. Definitely would book this house again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

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

Nicely maintained

Great rental! Served as a great home base for exploring the John Day Fossil Beds and surrounding areas.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Fantastic property - stay here

This property is amazing - Jim has everything you could possibly need, it's very well kept up and attractive inside and out. Lots and lots of great places to go hiking nearby, and even just hanging out on the property was fun. Tons of space inside, nice deck with tables and chairs for lots of people. Really nice view of John Day and the mountains. I just loved my time there and didn't want to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021