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Big Country Home, Great Views, Lots of Privacy, Close to Town and dog friendly!

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Here's the big deck off the dining area.  Room to relax and take in the view.
Big deck for spring, summer, fall enjoyment!
Front of the house from just outside the gate.  The deck is calling!
You can step off the back deck to the front yard.
Our 'lookout' deck at Farview Ridge.  Yes, we built it around a HUGE rock!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bend, OR
  • Tumalo State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Downtown Bend Business Association
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Old Mill District
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Redmond, OR (RDM-Robert's Field)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Day Room

2 Single Beds

Dreamy 4-Poster Room

1 Queen Bed

Garden View

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Main Floor Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Floor Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Upper Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Big Country Home, Great Views, Lots of Privacy, Close to Town and dog friendly!

Our home is an unexpected surprise at the end of a long driveway twisting and turning through old growth juniper trees, and up the hill! Located on a ridge and concealed from view with fourteen acres of privacy, our home welcomes you as you start your vacation! Open the front gate head up to the porch and through our new front door. Inside, you will find four bedrooms (one downstairs and three up), a view-filled and well stocked kitchen, large dining table, great room, two bathrooms and a few other rooms just to hang out. Our location is central to Bend, Sisters, and Redmond; a great starting place for your central Oregon adventure. Families with children will love the amount of space. The fenced in front yard is great for our K9 visitors. Couples or groups traveling together will enjoy the privacy of 3 large bedrooms. Golfers, fishermen, boaters: there is a TON of room on the property to stash your gear & cars! The Barn is where you will find foosball, ping pong, the basketball hoop, cornhole and a card/game table. The BBQ is just outside the kitchen on the deck. Enjoy your morning coffee out on the new expansive deck with the sun streaming over the Valley, or be an early riser and walk out to the lookout deck and watch the sun come up over the mountains. At night, the dark sky is filled with millions of stars! The lookout deck is a great place at night to look for shooting stars. And, on the 4th of July, you can see multiple fireworks shows!


Things to do: Summertime Fun in and around Bend! The Bend's downtown is filled with so many interesting shops, local eateries, galleries. There is a Farmers Market every Wednesday from 11am-3pm. The The Old Mill District is where you will find many shops and restaurants. You will find the Hayden-Homes Amphitheater which is the place to go for concerts in June, July and August; October will be the famous Brew Fest! Closer to us, the little town of Tumalo has a fun Food Truck area downtown - it's the place to be for local flavor and relaxing. Not a skier? In the summer you can always grab a chair lift ride up Mt. Bachelor to catch a spectacular sunset, eats, drinks.
Interested in cycling? Bend is the site for many cycling competitions during the summer. There are many areas in and around Bend to go cycling, too.
Fall is spectacular with lovely days to be outside and a little chill at night. Love lighting the woodstove and watching a movie.
Things to do: Like to Play Golf?: Central Oregon is a golfer's paradise! Some have called the region the 'Palm Springs of the North'. In the fall, golfing is unhurried and much less crowded. You can go 15-30 minutes north or south of our house and find several wonderful and challenging golf courses.
Fishing + Hiking: Central Oregon is like heaven for fishing enthusiasts! There are so many places to explore! We can email you info, relevant websites, etc. Honestly, a wonderful getaway for the fisherman!
Hiking is Central Oregon's middle name in the summer time! There are so many unspoiled and uncrowded spots, really close to our home. Drive out to Tumalo Falls and go on a lovely hike -(don't forget your camera!!), Marvel at the beauty of Smith Rock, check out the back country of the Three Sister's Wilderness area...tons of places to go!

Property manager

Louise or Chris
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We've got toys, videos, a barn to run around!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Fenced front yard, room to run! $50/pet, per stay
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outdoors only.

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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bend

Located in Bend, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. The Fun Farm and River's Edge Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Old Mill District and Bend River Promenade. Travelling with kids? Consider Sun Mountain Fun Center and Petersen Rock Garden. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bend, OR

What's nearby

  • Tumalo State Park - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Downtown Bend Business Association - 16 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Drake Park - 17 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Old Mill District - 17 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Hayden Homes Amphitheater - 18 min drive - 17.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪WildRoots Coffee House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Crumbl Cookies - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Country Home, Great Views, Lots of Privacy, Close to Town and dog friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Big Country Home, Great Views, Lots of Privacy, Close to Town and dog friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Country Home, Great Views, Lots of Privacy, Close to Town and dog friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big Country Home, Great Views, Lots of Privacy, Close to Town and dog friendly! located?

This family-friendly Bend holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Deschutes River and Tumalo State Park. Sun Mountain Fun Center and Petersen Rock Garden are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday getaway
We loved this beautiful home. Everything was perfect. It was cozy, well stocked, beautifully decorated for the holiday and the views and location were amazing. The owner was very communicative and a pleasure to work with. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful spot
Easy access, fun games in the barn, nice views, deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Visit
Great property with beautiful views and very peaceful. Had everything we needed and more. Comfortable beds, perfect for getting to all the surrounding towns and attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Complete privacy and peace
This was an amazing country home. The privacy is unmatched. You're close to everything but when you're up there, it feels as if you're in the middle of no where.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retirement celebration
Beautiful views from deck from morning till night. Peaceful setting that is perfect for downtime, but still close to Bend, Sisters, and Redmond. House was clean and well stocked. Beds were comfortable. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway location
The home owners are lovely people. We enjoyed our stay in this spacious home. The view is great from the property. The property is very close to Bend, but far enough away to feel like a retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Family Time
Very relaxing, somewhat remote yet still convenient to Tumalo and Sisters.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short But Excellent Stay
Really nice, unique property. Very secluded and private but also an easy 5 minute drive to town. We were only there for 2 days but would have loved to have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed!
We were there for a weekend bowling tournament. The home was wonderful. Louise communicated well and everything was fabulous!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry D., Bend Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good base for golf outing
A large house with enough room for a group of friends to stay and hsve some space. A well equipped kitchen for cooking large meals. A good view and no close neighbors.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R., Sammamish

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful House and Property, Great Location
We had a wonderful time. The house and property were gorgeous, and the extremely well equipped. We had amazing privacy, and the view from the house and deck was tremendous. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful peaceful property
We loved the peacefulness and privacy of this property. The view was amazing and the sunsets were magical. The large barn with games for all made this place extra fun! 20-25 min drive from Bend but this property made it worthwhile. The layout of the home took a bit to get used to but it was perfect for our group with lots of space. We enjoyed our time very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
FairWell festival
We came over for the Fairwell Festival in Redmond. This house was perfect for our family, the only thing we would have changed was the 95 degree weather. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maxine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic view!!
This was a girls week-end. There were seven in our family staying. The cabin is very luxurious, spacious and beautifully decorated. Very well equipped. The only thing we lacked was air conditioning. However, the owner was in contact with us and make sure we had plenty of fans for all the rooms, so we were very comfortable. We only needed the a short time as the weather was wonderful and there was plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. We had a great time and would definitely rent again if the occasions arises. Thanks for everything. Maxine Hargrove
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nola M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Xmas 2024
We had a wonderful xmas with extended family, plenty of space and beds for all 8 of us. The kitchen was very roomy and particularly well-stocked. Everything was very clean and dressed up for the holidays, including a decorated tree! The master bedroom was especially comfortable and the living room was spacious enough for group games every evening. We had lots of fun playing ping pong and corn hole. I fully hope to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Ridge
Only ONE thing could have improved the visit, mother nature not making it SO HOT! This place would be perfection with air conditioning when it's over 95 outside. All else is already PERFECT! Many THANK YOUs!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Fretchiel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House in Bend Oregon
The property was amazing, great views and very private. Loved the house layout and more than enough to do just at the house. We had 3 couples and our son. Loved this place however No HOVAC. We stayed in August and the house was almost unbearable. The smoke from the wildfires didn’t help. We had a great time and this house was pretty set up.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

perfect weekend getaway to be loud
Just had a guys weekend here...and it was perfect. The barn was awesome to play ping pong in, and playing hoops outside was great after the sun went down. The house was large enough for our group of 7, and it was central to our 3 golf courses we played. Only 10 minutes to Target (which has nice grocery selection) and 10 minutes to the quaint town of Sisters. Louise was nice enough to leave a golf care package for our arrival. Thoughtful.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Wonderful Stay - Great Home w/ Nice Amenities
We will happily go back. <- best review I can give We spent a long weekend and loved every minute. The house is spacious and well-adorned. Outfitted so well for guests - every closet is stocked with all that a room needs - with towels to spare. All of the extras were nice quality - no rickety, rusty, BBQ here. Plus there's a *huge* barn with table tennis. Viewing deck overlooks the valley to the east - beautiful stars and sunrises. Owners were very responsive and maintained communication before and after. Seem like good people. Advisory - dirt road up is narrow and rough - need 4WD in the winter. No problem in summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H., Grants Pass

ABSOLUTELY THE BEST VRBO HOME
I have been renting homes on VRBO for a few years now as we travel around the Pacific Northwest doing tournaments. I have been in many different types of houses and condo's. YOURS WAS BY FAR THE BEST HOME I HAVE EVER RENTED. I didn't want to leave. You have the loveliest place I have ever been to. Your home is so inviting, the beds are the best and so comfortable. The barn...wow. We didn't even get to use it we were home late and so tired, but I did get to go see it. Your views there are breathtaking. I have never loved a place so much in my life! I will be back to visit this with my family when I am not working. THIS was the best I have ever rented. THANK YOU SO MUCH for the welcome basket as well.

10/10 Excellent

tara b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our family's New Year's Celebrations!
We had three generations of family who stayed at this wonderful home/property. We celebrated New Year's here with my 76 year old mother, my spouse and adult kids, as well as a new member of the family (son's girlfriend). Oh, and our two dogs. Perfect set-up for our group. A large, extensively stocked kitchen where we prepared meals we served on the big kitchen table. We spread out throughout the house using all the beds. Plenty or room to be together in the large living room area or take some time in our separate rooms. We enjoyed the fire every night. We put together a puzzle on the table at the end of the living room. Some even played ping pong in the barn. And we all enjoyed walking the property too. And restaurants and shopping were only 15 minutes away in Bend. Really a wonderful place to get away and recharge together as a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W., New Jersey, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time
I can not thank Louise and Chris enough for our wonderful stay in their home! It was perfect for our family! We are from NJ, but 2 of 3 of our adult children live in the Sacramento area and we decided instead of just "visiting" them in Sac this year, we'd all meet up in the Bend area for a real family vacation. There were 6 of us and 1 dog in total and we never felt cramped. We had plenty of space to spread out, enjoyed being able to make breakfasts and dinners, loved hanging in the barn in the evenings to play games and just be together as a family. It's the first time in years we all stayed under one roof and my momma's heart was full! Louise is an excellent host and it was easy to be in contact with her. Any question I had was always answered promptly. She even sent pics and gave suggestions of areas to visit and checked in to make sure all was good. One of the best hosts I've ever dealt with and over the years, we've stayed in many rentals! It would get warm during the day, but open windows and fans in every room, helped a lot. Plus it drops to 50 at night, so if you leave the windows open, the house cools off very quickly!! (We come from NJ where it's hot and humid all day AND night all summer, this heat was nothing for us, lol!) Thanks Louise & Chris. If we find ourselves back in the Bend area in the future, yours would be the first house I'd look up!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded expectations
This vacation house was even better than we were expecting. It was clean, quiet, very well stocked, and a great set up for our extended family Thanksgiving. The hosts were very responsive and ensured we had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again and would recommend the home to anyone considering it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emery P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Home
The property was wonderful! The home has a beautiful view and was perfect for our family. The guidebooks that the hosts left for us were a huge help. The house was clean, organized, comfortable, and had amenities (e.g., washing machine, wifi, play room with games, recycling, etc.).
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Very quiet and peaceful. Great views! Everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Louise or Chris

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Chris and I have a big family; five kids, three grandchildren, our dog and lots of stuff. We both enjoy being outdoors and that is one of the special appeals that our vacation home has. Years before we purchased our vacation home, we would camp at the nearby Tumalo State Park with all of the kids, friends, dogs. It was fun spending time with the family and camping at the river and we became very fond of the Bend area and especially Tumalo. Now, luckily, we can call this wonderful place our second home!
We currently live in the SF Bay area most of the time. It is such a treat to spend time at our vacation home, get away from all the traffic, congestion, and noise. It's a great place to relax.

Why they chose this property

It all started out that we just wanted to have a 'relaxation' spot. We discovered how comfortable we were with the pace of life and the friendly people here in Central Oregon. There is an endless variety of adventures that are just down the road from us in one direction or another.

Our rural area is priceless and yet, we are just minutes away to all of the conveniences of Bend; like shopping, restaurants, hospitals, and entertainment. For those last minute 'oops, I forgot items', there's a little country store in the town of Tumalo that has an amazing selection of stuff! (they even sell gasoline!)

Our home sits in the middle of 14 acres up on a ridge with interesting out-croppings and great vistas. We have attempted to make the indoors and the outdoors seamless with our choice of the interior paint colors and the casual decor. There are no neighbors around and the privacy is awesome! Being surrounded by big trees, natural landscaping, tons of birds and wildlife -and a big blue sky- is totally wonderful.

What makes this property unique

We love to be outdoors. One of the things we don't really have in our 'full time' house is a place for a big garden. With our vacation home, we have 10 (yep, ten!) raised beds so we can have a great garden. It can be a challenge, managing it from 500 miles away...it does change every year. If there is stuff to eat, help yourself!

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