Is Live the Dream on the Beautiful Willamette River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Live the Dream on the Beautiful Willamette River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Live the Dream on the Beautiful Willamette River Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026

Q: Where is Live the Dream on the Beautiful Willamette River located?

This family-friendly Milwaukie holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Willamette River and Oaks Amusement Park. Oregon Museum of Science and Industry and Clackamas Town Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the area

Located in Island Station, a neighbourhood in Milwaukie, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Eagle Landing Golf Course and Portland Aerial Tram are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Oregon Zoo and Oaks Amusement Park. Consider Roseland Theater for a night out or Oregon Museum of Science and Industry if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Milwaukie travel guide

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10/10 Excellent

Caitlin C.

22 Jul 2025

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

The property is beautiful!! The view and backyard alone is worth the stay. We were able to have a great wedding weekend and the house was very accessible/amenable to even have grandparents join us to help babysit a toddler and a baby for the actual wedding evening. Also, we were able to walk to a playground and nature trails just down the street. It was an easy drive to downtown.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

18 Jul 2024

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

Livin the Dream!

Our stay was incredible! Beautiful quiet place by the river with access. Everything was clean and cozy we had a relaxing time.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carey G.

18 May 2024

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

Nice house nice view

We enjoyed our stay. Very comfy furnishings. Great backyard on the Willamette river.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha C.

1 Oct 2024

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

Family get together

The property has an amazing outdoor area to enjoy! The house is well stocked. The only thing a little odd is the third bed is in the living area, but there is a door that closes off. would stay here again Sara is very accommodating

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John O.

3 Aug 2024

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

Beautiful Retreat for our family!

We stayed in this beautiful riverside home over the Memorial Day holiday this year. The owner of this gorgeous home is wonderfully accommodating and increidbily hospitable. The home has everything needed for a family or couples getaway. Our family loves games and outdoor water sports which made this the ideal spot for us! We liked it so much we already booked our next trip!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Dee B.

29 Jul 2023

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

Fabulous view and perfect location.

We had a great vacation and loved this spot. It’s a beautiful location, comfortable home, and Sara has lots of fun stuff available for those who want to play on the Lake. The location is just a short drive into Portland. Highly recommend and would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

sharon shafer s.

14 Aug 2024

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

Relaxing on the Willamette

We loved our accommodations, and the atmosphere was and view was breathtaking. As an older crowd we had to carefully navigate the steps from the driveway to the rooms and the same going down into the yard. Sara was a delightful host and we loved every minute.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ray w.

26 Jul 2024

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

Loved this place

We (7 adults, 1 kid) stayed here for several days. We had everything we needed to enjoy our time. Kitchen was well equipped. Sleeping areas were cozy and comfortable. The hot tub and firepit areas were perfect for conversation and relaxing. Host was so accommodating. River views were lovely. Just really loved it and wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Julie M.

2 Jan 2025

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

Great location

Beautiful river and neighborhood location. Nearby parks and trails great for walking our dog. Lots of space for family to spread out. Seating was a bit of a challenge (barstool style dining only) and the kitchen needs a cleaning overhaul. Cute chickens near driveway greeted us! Fun surprise. Upstairs additional space was perfect for Grandma to have her own room. Thank you for sharing your home!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

5 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Oregon winter break trip

Sara is an amazing hostess, very helpful and friendly. Great communication and very sweet. Lovely property and very close to Portland

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

joseph o.

5 Aug 2024

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

a dream spot

truly one of the best experiences. we felt at home. so lovely. we walked to town for breakfast each day, along the river. beds soft and supportive. so peaceful. and sara’s a fantastic hostess.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sally O.

3 Jul 2024

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

The beach!

My grandchildren called it the beach house! They really enjoyed the kayaks and stand up paddle boards. The adults enjoyed eating outside and watching the ospreys fly over the river. My grandson saw one dive and catch a fish right in front of him! Very exciting! Lovely place right on the river!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S., Scituate, Massachusetts

26 Oct 2023

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

Reed Graduation

My wife and I stayed at Sarah’s place for a week around the Reed College graduation. Great spot on the water in a nice neighborhood for walks etc - also convenient to Reed. Had a small BBQ in the gorgeous garden which was really great. Used the house as a base for graduation but also for exploring much of Oregon that week.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina T.

14 Apr 2024

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

Absolutely gorgeous, words cannot describe

We had an absolutely fantastic time at this beautiful property. We loved using the kayaks and paddleboards - we even saw a sea lion from about 5 ft away! We were happy that Uber eats could deliver here and there were plenty of stores, grocers, and restaurants nearby, plus a bar walking distance. We had issues figuring out the TV and the owners were happy to walk us through the process. I encourage anyone visiting Portland to stay at this exact property in Milwaukie instead!!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

1 May 2024

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

Riverside tranquility

We stayed for three nights in May. We really enjoyed the beautiful landscaping and looking out over the Willamette River. The ducks, geese and other birds are numerous. The house had the basic supplies needed for cooking and enjoying our stay. I recommend having the early birds stay in the master bedroom since it shares the space with the kitchen and living room. Access to our events downtown was an easy 10 to 15 min drive along the river. We enjoyed hanging out in the hot tub along the shores of the river at night.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Gail H.

6 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Unusual listing : read the fine print

Beautiful setting. Listing states 4 beds in 4 bedrooms with 2 1/2 baths for the listed price but read the fine print. Go there knowing that you will have 2 beds in 2 bedrooms and 1 bed in the living room and 1 1/2 baths.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mitch Y., Beverly Hills

27 Nov 2023

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

Magic Place with unbelievable view!

I rented the house for Thanksgiving weekend with my brother and my two college-age kids who go to university in Oregon. Sarah was a most-gracious host, very friendly and available to answer any and all questions. The neighborhood is fantastic, with two large parks on either side and nice walking trails through the woods along the Willamette river. The view from the house is a 10+!! Highly receommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seth D.

31 Jul 2024

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

Amazing Location On The River

We greatly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this location. The huge yard sloping down from the house to the Willamette River is the centerpiece of this property. We used the barbecue, paddle boards, kayaks, multiple seating, dining and lounging areas throughout our stay; everything was in great condition. A few notes on the house itself: there are 3 separate units in this house, two of which are for rent and one of which is occupied by the owners, who were very friendly and accommodating. The large ("3 bedroom") unit actually contains two bedrooms and a queen bed in the living room, along with 1.5 baths. The second unit consists of a large bedroom and bath, and doubles as a massage studio. Furnishings throughout are lovely. Air conditioning is centrally controlled for the whole property by the owners. Views of the sloping lawn and the river are spectacular. Great spot for a family vacation!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina H., Tucson, Arizona

4 Sept 2023

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

Heaven on Earth!

My husband and I have been renting vacation rentals for the last 15 years. I was a little hesitant to rent this one due to the owner was on the premises, because of a bad past experience. I couldn't of been more wrong. Sara was so great! The property is absolutely beautiful and serene. You don't even have to leave the property to find things to do. The whaler and dock, kayaks, bikes, paddle board, fishing, and the most beautiful views. Anything we wanted to do, Sara and Joe made it happen, but gave us complete privacy. Thank you for sharing your amazing home with us. 5Stars all the way! Gigi

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Edith M., United States

10 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Not for seniors

Although the backyard and river are absolutely stunning… The house, however, is not. There is a long, very uneven step way down to the underground apartment which is located underneath the main home. There is a SLICK slope to get to the kitchen, And the smell of mildew under the sink is absolutely disgusting. The furniture is extremely uncomfortable. If you want to sleep here, this is not the place. You will hear constant walking and movement above your head when the owners are home. You will also smell their food cooking in your unit as well. This is not a VRBO for anyone over 50.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

irene h.

20 Oct 2023

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

FILTHY AND DECEPTIVE ADVERTISING

The property was filthy, I have pictures of dirty drawers, filthy chairs and mold in closets and on shower curtains. The pictures of the property are deceiving and misleading. the "walkway" is actually a steep series of steps that were covered with chestnuts, not swept, dangerous and precarious to walk on. The property is advertised as a stand alone house, in fact it is a converted basement. with the owners living above in the actual house. The property is advertised as 3 bedrooms, in fact the one kingsize bed bed is IN THE LIVING ROOM. It is NOT a master-bedroom.The pictures make it look like a separate and contained bedroom it is not. Fraudulent misrepresentation. The other 2 bedrooms are tiny, and dirty. The kitchen is substandard. I was very displeased and was offered the "suite" upstairs at no added charge, that too was filthy with mold. I DO NOT RECOMMEND. The location is lovely by the river. Everything else was bad.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

21 May 2025

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

Gorgeous views from comfortable home

Everything you need and more! The yard, amenities and views are unbelievable for this NYC lady. We saw bald eagles, osprey, salmon, so much more. From our back porch! Can’t recommend this place enough. Accessibility: that there is an uneven, well-lit path of very manageable stairs to the unit, and the bath tubs (with showers) are high and inaccessible for some people. My 78 yo Mom did fine on the path with support but she didn’t get in the tubs.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

12 Jul 2025

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

Great host and property

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

22 Sept 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fantastic location and property! It had everything we needed and more. We used the fire pit, the hot tub and the SUP and Kayaks. We would definitely come again. The only thing I was unaware of was that was the downstairs portion of the owner's house. I thought I had filtered for whole house. But the owner was lovely and helpful.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

15 Jul 2025

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

Fantastic location and spectacular backyard on the river. Very quiet residential area. Lots of restaurants and shopping a short distance away. We rented both the main property and the sweet suite for our group. No complaints and would definitely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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