We are regular Hood River visitors who normally stay at a lodging closer to the river. We decided, since we were going to Hood River with more family and the two dogs, we would get a house rental.
We had plenty of space. Loved the house as it was super cute. Had no complaints upon initial arrival. It was warm and cozy and great for four adults step kids.
However, upon going to bed the first night, we realized the front room on the north side of the house gets little to none of the heat from the central heatin system. It is freezing. But if you turn up the heat the rest of the house, especially the bathroom is waaaaay too hot. That was our biggest blunder, trying to heat that room without over heating the rest of the house. No hair dryer, which we thought there would be. But that doesn't makes break anything for us- we should've brought our own anyways. And a few ants in the kitchen. Not swarms but enough to be an annoyance- they attacked my daughter's infant Tylenol syringe that had been rinsed out and put on the counter overnight.
Owners were great and responsive to all of our inquiries and questions. One of the only rental houses that allowed for a two night stay instead of a mandatory 3 night stay. The house was in a good place just east of downtown. No big complaints. Would definitely consider renting again with the cheap price now knowing what we know if ever in a large group again. But if just us, we may keep it easier and even cheaper going to our normal lodging spot.
Glad we tried something new though.