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

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 496.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Mountain view
    Mountain view

Explore the area

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Brightwood, OR
  • Salmon River
    17 min walk
  • Mountain Sports
    3 min drive
  • The Courses at Resort at the Mountain
    4 min drive
  • Troutdale, OR (TTD-Portland - Troutdale)
    40 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

bedroom 1

1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

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.
PERMIT ID#80132

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

Security camera details: 2 cameras facing driveway/front door and back yard for security purposes.



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.

Property manager

Vacasa of Oregon
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Mountain view
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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 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

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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Brightwood, OR

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

  • ‪Dragonfly Cafe & Bakery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Barlow Trail Roadhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brightwood Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zigzag Mountain Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mt Hood Roasters - ‬7 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

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

evin L.

Great stay!
Our trip.was great. Zoe's cabin was exactly what we needed.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Tammi I.

Peace on the river
The cabin was cozy and comfortable. The setting was beautiful
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10/10 Excellent

Marco V.

Cabin in the woods
Loved that it was near the water. Close enough to the town, but far enough that you feel like you’re in the wilderness.
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10/10 Excellent

Sebastian F.

Lovely cabin in the Mt Hood area.
Zoe's Cabin is a lovely getaway in the Mt. Hood National Forest. The cabin has a lovely rustic charm. The beds are comfortable, the kitchen has most everything you need, and vibes overall are very relaxing. The backyard has a hammock and chairs to use to enjoy the view of the Sandy River. The part of the river you have access to maybe isn't the best for swimming as it's very rocky and the current moves by pretty fast. My only real complaint is that the water smells rusty and the shower is definitely outdated and doesn't get very hot. Besides that, it's a lovely place for a weekend getaway.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
A ten out of 10!!! Perfect!!! Very clean!! Right on the river!!! Just what we needed!!! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Can’t shower
We spent three days for our anniversary and birthday at this cute little cabin and everything would’ve been perfect except for the water taste like rust and we couldn’t bathe in it because it made you smell like rust and your hair smell like rust and your skin was very itchy afterwards just from washing your hands in the water. This is a very big concern and I am going to reach out and ask for a discount due to the fact that Covid is serious and people need to be able to have clean body parts and brush their teeth safely. Also, there’s a club foot tub and the shower is in there but if you were a remotely elder or can’t lift your leg 2 1/2 feet over the cloud foot tub you can’t bathe. The view was gorgeous. The directions getting there awful and they send you to a dead end street. There’s no address posted on the building so we were like creepers walking up to peoples cabins seeing if we were out the right location. It’s very very confusing we drove in circles for like half hour.. The upstairs is completely dangerous. There’s no light in the hallway. The stairs are very steep and spaced apart. You could easily get your foot caught in between the steps. If you’re not careful I wouldn’t recommend going up and down those stairs by themselves.. another thing that was very disappointing and it’s one of the only things that we go to a cabin for is to enjoy a fireplace. Well, the fireplace was broken and it says bring your own wood so we loaded the car with a bunch of wood.😔 waste
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Toni S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
the best location ever!
The location in summer is a dream come true... The house is an historic Steiner Cabin - which is lovely... but very impractical when it comes to creature comforts. (no place to store clothes etc; lighting is terrible - bring a night light; since there is no dishwasher, it would be nice if there was a scrubby pad -instead of counter sponge to wash dishes; and stairs up to cute loft area are treacherous). However the location is divine and makes all inconveniences fade.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephani S.

quaint historic cabin in the woods
Lovely home, great location near the river. Peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Tammi H.

Relaxing and peaceful
Quiet peaceful rustic cabin on the river. Just what we needed to get away from suburbia and our stressful jobs. We came for a peaceful weekend and to rejuvenate. We got just that!!! Love love love
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6/10 Okay

Todd W.

Cute and Cozy
The cabin and surroundings are all a person could ask for.
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10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Great historic log cabin
Loved the way it was decorated with antiques
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10/10 Excellent

Prahalad P.

Super cozy cabin!
Fantastic location, right next to the Sandy river!!! Beautiful cabin!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Megan T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
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
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2/10 Terrible

RICHARD D.

nothing updated for decades, cramped, not accommodating
While the location of this cabin was in one of the most beautiful places on earth and the craftsmanship of the builder in 1939 was extraordinary, making it a wonderfully iconic place, the owner has done nothing to update the furniture, appliances, bathroom, rugs, or other fixtures to accommodate travelers staying in the cabin. It's cool to look at, as the photos show, but previous reviews have been too kind. We left after the first night, having booked for 5 nights. VACASA was informed early the morning after we arrived, and after multiple calls and texts, even a visit to their office in Portland, our concerns seem to have been totally dismissed. While their "brand" is impressive, their only responses seem computer driven or scripted assurances that their "team" is reviewing our concerns, without anyone from the team ever responding. I have no confidence in VACASA and would caution anyone booking through them believing they have genuine interest in or will give any attention to their customers.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Gregg C.

Great weekend
Was a great weekend to spend in a Steiner! The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. Nice to have easy access to the Sandy river.

10/10 Excellent

Gwen H.

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

Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
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.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
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
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10/10 Excellent

Armon A.

Amazing getaway!
Cozy secluded cabin with everything you need! Wonderful fireplace and a quick drive to Meadows. The cabin has plenty of plates, silverware, cooking ware, and whatever else you may need. The wifi was stable and fast. Overall a great stay! Only con was the cabin was difficult to find at night. I would recommended finding it during the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
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6/10 Okay

Tatiana W.

Love Zoe’s Cabin…. But
Our family has a tradition of going to Zoe’s cabin every year. It is a very special place for us, and we love its charm. However, this year we noticed a high degree of uncleanliness. Floors were filthy… almost black when wiped with a paper towel. I grabbed a pan in the morning to make pancakes, and it was full of grease and food! We ended up going to the store and buying Dawn dish soap and washing every single cup and dish before use. There were utensils in the drawer that were greasy and clearly not washed. Food from previous guests in the drawers and crumbs in the bed. It was very disappointing. We came to relax and enjoy time with family and instead we had to spend time cleaning up.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
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6/10 Okay

Erin B.

Forever a positive memory, needs some updates though
Let me just start by saying I truly do love Zoe‘s cabin. My now husband took me there nearly 15 years ago when we were just dating. We’ve been multiple times since and there’s always an air of calm and positivity about Zoe’s . Chance to disconnect from life and enjoy the peacefulness. Zoe‘s is in some dire need of some updates though for future guests: ** I realize this is not a cheap or easy thing to do or consider, but there needs to be some sort of filtration system even a Britta on the faucets would be something. Because of corrosion in the pipes over the years (I’m guessing )the water taste heavy of iron. So heavy that it’s impossible to drink, or for us to shower in and it will leave your dishes smelling as well . Unfortunately that really soured our stay luckily it was only two days but any longer I would suggest guests bring their own Britta pitcher and case of water.l, shower at your own risk. I agree with some of the previous guests the stairs are a bit scary. I understand it’s not easy to fix them however those last four narrow curved steps absolutely could use some sort of an iron handle to make those twisty turns especially when going to the bathroom in the middle of the night a little safer; I don’t think it has anything to do with age I’m in great shape and 44 and it was even a bit hard for me to navigate. i’m glad they put a handle near the shower.. that tub is quite daunting to try and get into, and extremely tiny. I understand all of these are features of the home that have and in their forever but updates to the home in the future would be encouraged for safety and comfort of your guests.. but most importantly the water. It would be dangerous to drink that water for a long period of time any more than a few days. Would like to come to Zoës again in the future as it holds dear to our heart, I hope some changes will be made to keep Zoe‘s cabin both safe and comfortable for us and future guests so we can enjoy Zoe’s peacefulness for years to come.

8/10 Good

debbie p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
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
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10/10 Excellent

Claire E.

Amazingly relaxing getaway.
Secluded, relaxing, romantic.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Brooke I.

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

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