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Historic riverfront Steiner cabin in forest with firepit, deck, & patio lounging

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Property grounds
Exterior
1 bedroom, Internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 496 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

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Map
Brightwood, OR
  • Popular LocationSalmon River17 min walk
  • Popular LocationMountain Sports3 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Courses at Resort at the Mountain4 min drive
  • AirportPortland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)53 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic riverfront Steiner cabin in forest with firepit, deck, & patio lounging

Zoe's Log Cabin

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Experience a gorgeous piece of Mt. Hood history at this handcrafted Brightwood cabin, a historical woodland retreat constructed by master carpenter Henry Steiner in 1939. You'll enjoy two private decks, an outdoor firepit, beautiful views of the surrounding forest, and a wondrous location on the shores of the Sandy River!

One of 30 similar homes constructed by the Steiner family, this charming cabin sits among firs, pines, and cedars on the banks of the Sandy River. Each summer, you'll enjoy easy access to fishing and kayaking on the river, hiking trails in the Wildwood Recreation Site, half a mile south, and 27 holes of golf at the Mt. Hood Oregon Resort, two miles southeast. Come winter, you'll have your choice of Mt. Hood ski slopes: 13 miles to Skibowl, 14 miles to Summit, and 20 miles to Timberline. And always come home to a clawfoot tub and lovely details like hand-carved stairs and natural wood railings.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
Firewood is not provided.
The wood-burning fireplace is not operational. However, guests may use the gas fireplace.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

County permit number: STR-457-12

Property manager

Vacasa of Oregon

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming 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

General

  • Unit size: 1037 sq ft (96 sq m)

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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 - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Welches

Located in Welches, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Hood National Forest and Sandy River, while Mt Hood Cultural Center and Museum and Vista House at Crown Point are cultural highlights. Mountain Sports and Rainbow Trout Farm are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Salmon River - 17 min walk
  • Mountain Sports - 3 min drive
  • The Courses at Resort at the Mountain - 4 min drive
  • Timberline Lodge Ski Area - 29 min drive
  • Multnomah Falls - 56 min drive

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ivy Bear Pizzeria - 8 min drive
  • Subway - 4 min drive
  • Brightwood Tavern - 3 min drive
  • Coffee Brewsters - 3 min drive
  • Barlow Trail Roadhouse - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic riverfront Steiner cabin in forest with firepit, deck, & patio lounging pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic riverfront Steiner cabin in forest with firepit, deck, & patio lounging?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic riverfront Steiner cabin in forest with firepit, deck, & patio lounging?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic riverfront Steiner cabin in forest with firepit, deck, & patio lounging located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sandy River and Salmon River. Mountain Sports and The Courses at Resort at the Mountain are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 200 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 200 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 200 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 200 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 200 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Megan T.

Unexpected Downfalls
I was so excited to take my best friend for a private weekend away in the woods! Cozy by a warm fire and just watch movies. I found out after booking that the fire place in the cabin was unusable, which is fine, they had a propane fire place to heat. When we arrived there was a giant note saying the propane fire place was not working due to a carbon monoxide leak (which was not communicated to me at all ahead of time). The cabin was FREEZING! The old school plug in wall heaters that they did leave, took over 8 hours to finally get the cabin to a decent temperature. We froze the first night and still woke up to a chilly cabin. We couldn’t even use the second bedroom because we had to prioritize which rooms to keep warm. I reached out immediately the first we realized this and it took hours for the team to respond and still never came back with a solution for me - even as I’m writing this as we are preparing to check out. I wanted to love this cabin so much but the dirty mess and cobwebs, the old musty couch, just not ideal with the other issues we ran into. For the money we paid I am very disappointed in this experience and lack of follow through from the rental company in helping find any solutions. Be warned before you rent this place and be sure the heat is working again!! Saddened renter.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin
This cabin was cozy and just right for a weekend stay away from Portland.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

James S.

Adorable cabin - but it has some major issues
Three things we liked: It’s an absolutely adorable cabin in a perfect location. We loved hearing & seeing the river in the back. We were close to all the places we wanted to see around Mt. Hood: Ramona Falls, Mirror Lake, Wahkeena to Multnomah Falls Trail, Umbrella & Sahalie Falls, & Little Zigzag Falls. We do all of our own meal prep on vacation, & the kitchen is adequate with almost all we needed to cook at “home” during our stay. The bed was a memory foam mattress, which was very comfortable for us. Three things that would have made our stay better: Better directions to the cabin: Poor cell service interrupted our Google Maps near the cabin. We eventually found the community where the cabin was nestled but there was no house number by the “Zoe’s Cabin” sign. We didn’t even see the sign until the next day. We found the right cabin by going down too many wrong driveways & finally recognizing the cabin from the online pictures we saw when we chose the rental. It would be helpful to have a PDF map with distinct directions to print in advance AND have the house number somewhere on the property. Safe drinking water: The water looks, smells, and tastes “rusty.” After the first sip, we decided that bottled water for drinking was a must. They should provide a Brita-type pitcher. Screens in windows: We opened the tops of the doors, which are screened, but it wasn’t enough to cool the cabin, especially the bedroom. There are too many mosquitos to open unscreened windows.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Nancy C.

Beautiful setting with disappointing features
The reason I booked this Cabin was the setting and it is beyond amazing with easy access to the river and set in the wonderful woods, with unobtrusive neighbors nearby. The reasons I am disappointed is the water is terrible and smells of iron and rust. The bathroom tub is not usable and there is low water pressure in the shower anyway. The garbage situation was not possible for us to haul all that way up a gravel road. There needs to be more screens and screen doors so that you can have ventilation in the bedrooms without the onslaught of mosquitoes. The stairs going up to the loft are really scary. Beautiful, artful and really scary, especially in the middle of the night when you need to use the bathroom. The only one is downstairs. I just wish this beautiful cabin was just upgraded a bit more. I love the sound of the water and the setting. Great TV and Wifi set up. The fireplace is wonderful. Well equipped kitchen. Vintage curtains and art everywhere. So special and yet does not make up for the flaws. Nancy
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

debbie p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Power Outage
It was very hard to locate the property there are no visible addresses. It was a rustic log cabin. The stairs are more difficult than appears in pictures. Loved the woods and the river view. The power went out Friday night. It was still out in the morning. We left around 9 am Saturday due to the power outage.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Brooke I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Portland Getaway
Overall a great cabin! I wanted to mention something about the house numbers not being visible from the road. We got to the cabin after dark and it took us 30 minutes to find the right house. The dark paneled Zoe’s cabin sign is not visible in the light. When we initially pulled into the driveway, we saw the two vehicles on the right hand side of the driveway and assumed it was lived in. I assume those belong to the owner. I called Vacasa and was close to tears when she gave us a pretty good description of the front door and we finally found the house. Glow in the dark numbers visible from the road also helps first responders find the house in times of emergencies. Specific directions would also help instead of just the address. Otherwise, we had a great time and it’s a beautiful cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Bob and Jan W., Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Mt Hood 2022
Cute rustic cabin, right on the river. Garbage day instructions need to be more clear - can goes out to corner of street, not just to end of drive. Tub/shower is tough to access - would live to see it replaced with regular shower stall. King bed in loft is dreamy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Winona B.

Liked: Cleanliness
So relaxing and quiet!
It was an easy process to rent, we will stay here again. We would love to bring our kids some day
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic cabin
We had such a great time here! Spent most of our time down by the river or on the back porch. The bathroom was the only disappointment, we each almost fell in the shower. But I understand you can't do much about that. Overall we had a great time and would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic Cabin
We had a very relaxing and peaceful stay. If a rustic log cabin is what you're looking for then thus is it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021