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Sandy River Ski House, Pets Welcome, NO SMOKING

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Living area
Living area
Interior
Sandy River 200' from house
cozy soapstone woodstove

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6153.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Welches, OR
  • Salmon River
    8 min walk
  • Mountain Sports
    2 min drive
  • The Courses at Resort at the Mountain
    3 min drive
  • Troutdale, OR (TTD-Portland - Troutdale)
    41 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Sandy River Ski House, Pets Welcome, NO SMOKING


The Sandy river ski house is located in a quiet and peaceful older neighborhood in Brightwood/Welches, within the shadows of Mount Hood. The property is located on the Sandy river. Many places to sit and relax among the beautiful trees on the property.
You can hear the rushing river 200' from the house, only a short walk to the waters edge, easy to just sit and enjoy the rivers edge. This is a NO SMOKING property.


Summer hiking: Very easy driving to many excellent hiking trails surrounding Mount Hood.

Travel to Ski Bowl for summer fun on the Alpine Slide and other summer attractions.

Easy driving to all 5 Mount Hood Ski areas (Timberline, Ski Bowl, Mount Hood Meadows, Summit, Cooper Spur)

3 & 4 night minimum stays for holidays. We welcome your pets, $30 fee per pet for stay.
Only registered guests are allowed in the house or on the property.

Property manager

David j Comerford
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kids love it here!

Events

No events allowed
This is a quiet and peaceful neighborhood.

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please tell me about your pet(s), age, breed, size

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking, vaping in house or on porch, or decks.
Quiet hours for neighborhood is 9:00 pm, please respect our wonderful neighbors. All guests need to provide owner with full names upon booking.
No outside fires anywhere on the property at any time, includes next to river.
No Dogs on furniture or beds, must be leashed, no barking

Important information

You need to know

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
Note from host: This is a quiet and peaceful neighborhood.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Welches

Located in Welches, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Hood National Forest and Salmon River, while Mt Hood Cultural Center and Museum and Vista House at Crown Point are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Mountain Sports and Rainbow Trout Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Welches, OR

What's nearby

  • Salmon River - 8 min walk
  • Mountain Sports - 2 min drive
  • The Courses at Resort at the Mountain - 3 min drive
  • Timberline Lodge Ski Area - 28 min drive
  • Mount Hood Meadows - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dragonfly Cafe & Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Barlow Trail Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brightwood Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zigzag Mountain Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mt Hood Roasters - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandy River Ski House, Pets Welcome, NO SMOKING pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Sandy River Ski House, Pets Welcome, NO SMOKING?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandy River Ski House, Pets Welcome, NO SMOKING?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Sandy River Ski House, Pets Welcome, NO SMOKING located?

This family-friendly Welches holiday home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Salmon River and Mountain Sports. The Courses at Resort at the Mountain is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful get away
What a great house, had everything we needed plus more. The hot tub was sparkling. Enjoyed the walk to a beautiful river with chairs to sit and relax. The yard was just as peaceful and relaxing to sit in on a quiet street. David the host was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A+ customer service
I had travel/work issues come up and had to adjust my schedule, property manager was amazing to work with, Iwould highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mirela J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Berrill V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay in Mt. Hood
We arrived at the house a couple of days late due to “crowd strike” and cancelled flights. David was so nice and easy to communicate with. He let us stay another day due to our late arrival. We loved the area and the house and grounds are exactly as shown. He gave us good info on hikes and restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moson W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience!
Great getaway! Super clean house. Excellent woodsy walk to the river. We enjoyed all the little extras this host provides. Sparkling clean hot tub. The host was once again very helpful. Enjoyed sitting in the quiet yard, enjoying our morning coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to get away
Excellent vacation home. Very cozy and relaxing among the tall doug fir trees. A quiet street. Super clean. Lots of Xtras in the kitchen. DVD'S, Games, Books galore. Perfect sparkling hot tub. Beautiful sounds from the river when soaking in hot tub in the evening. Great sitting places in the yard and next to the river. Host was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oliver B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chillin on Mt Hood
Excellent! The only way to describe the sandy river ski house. The house and yard were well maintained. Spotless cleaning. Wonderful amenities. The hot tub was perfect after snowboarding. Comfy beds and couches. A wonderful setting down by the river. The host was very helpful. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moson W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
We had an excellent time! The house had all the amenities that we required and more. Perfect for people who need to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life, but without the compromise. Super clean place and the hot tub was great to come back to after a long day of skiing and adventures. We enjoyed the quietness of the location, as well as the not-so-secret short path to the riverbank (we sat there for lunch!). Host was friendly, helpful, and provided a list of recommendation of things to do. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jes T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ski Week was Perfect
We stayed for a week and had a lovely time. Hotub was great after skiing and was cleaned and serviced while we were there. Beautiful trail to the river. Just overall an excellent spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kind host & comfy house
The house was very comfortable and clean, and in a great location for a fun weekend at Mt. Hood (only about 20 mins from Timberline). The hot tub was well maintained and a real treat after a long day of skiing! David was a very kind and communicative host. It was great to be able to bring our dog as well, and we all enjoyed the short walk down to the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Mountain Retreat
Sandy River Ski House was everything we expected. The house was clean and stocked with everything my family needed during our stay. The kitchen is large and well supplied with cooking needs. The two comfortable living areas gave our crew options for playing games or watching movies. The hot tub was wonderful after a great hike.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nora L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place
Every detail was thought out. Very comfy beds. Fireplaces are a plus as well as the hot tub. Detailed instructions made it so easy to check in and out. Highly recommend this place !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Christmas
The beautiful home hosted six of us for a family get together. It was spacious and welcoming with great views and entertainment nearby. We all had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welch’s Oregon
Property was beautiful and well kept. Plenty of games and movies. We had a fantastic Thanksgiving holiday at this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and clean
The house was very large, comfortable and clean. The kitchen is well stocked with everything a family needs. The location is perfect for visiting the mout hood area. Very recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet Mountain Cabin
We had a wonderful time, and the cabin is very clean and inviting. The short walk to the river and proximity to great hikes make for an ideal location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
This house was so full of personal touches, and the garden and walk to the river were beautiful! We really felt secluded, and at the same time we were so close to everywhere we wanted to go. In addition, the owner was so nice and helpful. It was a wonderful place to stay, and we already dream of our return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a Family Getaway
Loved this house! Spacious and well stocked kitchen for all our needs. Lovely surroundings. Hot tub was a real hit. Lots of space for entire family and privacy in 3 bedrooms. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Premium Communication
Property was conveniently located and quite spacious, but the best thing was the communication with the owner. He was quick and very thorough. Before we arrived and even when questions came up during our stay, he was very attentive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S., Olathe, Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of Room, Clean, comfortable and great location
The Sandy River Ski House is a great place to stay while exploring the Mt. Hood area. The place is large, very comfortable beds, a good hot tub, kitchen is good and the outside area is very nice. The house is very close to restaurants, groceries, and many really good hikes. I would recommend this place and would stay again when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Mostly comfortable and convenient
My friend and I stayed the weekend with our two dogs. I typically don't complain but I was particularly irked by a couple of things. When I requested to book, the owner reached out to go over the house rules. All rules were fine, but he made what seemed to be a pretty condescending remark, "Your reviews look really good. Let's keep it that way." I almost asked to just cancel the request but decided not to let the comment ruin my plans. My friend and I worked late and arrived after 8pm. After a hot week, the house was really warm and stuffy, with an odd plastic smell in one of the bedrooms. We were frustrated to find the A/C controls had a security code, which hadn't been provided, so we opened the windows and set up the fans. Odd that the house is advertised with A/C and there are a number of reminders to set the temp range, but no way to adjust without the code. The smell went away but the house remained uncomfortably warm until the morning. I was able to get the A/C code the next day. That said, the house is very quiet, clean, well-equipped and near a calming stream. The beds were quite comfortable, and we loved the hot tub and outdoor tables. There are plenty of food and activities options within a 5-15 minute drive. However, with lots of other rental homes available near Mt. Hood, I think I'll choose differently next time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zhi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Spot
It was a comfortable place to stay between ski days over spring break. Tidy, clean, and well maintained, with rustic decor, we were able to relax and recharge without worries or hassle.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to trails and skiing
This place had it all! Close to the river, trails, restaurants and skiing. Everything is provided and labeled. Cold evenings? Firewood and kindling are provided. Complicated recipe to cook? Every utensil is there. Quiet, beautiful, in an equally beautiful neighborhood, this place is a gem. Restaurants around there are top tier. Check google maps and pick out the best. Grocery store about a mile away. I recommend lunch at Timberline lodge. Do yourself a favor and cross the street and do some of the short or long hikes....beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Comfortable beds, plenty of room to spread out. Well equipped kitchen. One critique- sheets weren’t on beds when we arrived. It would have been more welcoming to be able to climb into fresh sheets after traveling! Other than that it was a great location with close proximity to the mountains. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time!
Place was perfect place for our family. Just as described. We stayed over Christmas and the owner had put up Christmas tree and some decorations which was so nice. Quick access to the mountains. Loved our stay and highly recommend this house.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by David j Comerford

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Hi, I have owned a vacation home for the past 35 years. I enjoy having my wife, adult son and our friends share our lovely home with us. We are outdoor enthusiasts. We love to ski, raft, hike, backpack, swim etc.. Friends love to join us at the Sandy River Ski House for fun, relaxation, sitting around the fireplace and in the kitchen making yummy meals.

Why they chose this property

It is next to the river (200') with easy access to all the fun stuff to do on Mount Hood. Just a short 50 minute ride from Portland and we can be sitting on the porch sipping tea and listening to the sounds of the river through the large fir trees.

What makes this property unique

The house is situated in an older quiet and peaceful neighborhood. There is easy access to the main road for all your summer or winter outdoor activities.

Languages:

English

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