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9.4

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6103 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Rhododendron, OR

Mountain Sports4 min drive
The Courses at Resort at the Mountain5 min drive
Salmon River6 min drive
Troutdale, OR (TTD-Portland - Troutdale)45 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

This was the cutest property and had everything I needed to cook meals and feel relaxed. Sitting in the hot tub and list...

sydney d.

Nov 15, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2 - 1 Queen

1 Queen Bed

Living Room - Queen Sofa Bed

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom Suite - 1 Queen

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Primary Suite - Walk in Shower

Bathroom 2 - Walk-in Shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

Moondance Cabin - Secluded Creekside Log Cabin, Fireplace, Hot Tub

Refresh in the secluded, creekside setting of the Moondance Cabin, a Panabode Log Cabin with classic mountain charm and character. The warm and cozy wood log interior and the fireplace will be the perfect place to kick back and make the most of your Mt Hood vacation. Prepare a tasty dinner in the fully-equipped kitchen or grill on the gas BBQ on the creekside deck.

You will want to relax on the private back deck accompanied only by the sounds of the flowing waters of Clear Creek and the light of the moon and stars. Soak in the new 6-person hot tub after a day of hiking, biking or playing in the snow at Mt Hood. Enjoy the view of the woods and the creek from the windows that surround you in the living room or cozy up in front of the wood-burning fireplace.

You will be just minutes for dozens of miles of trails in the Mt Hood National Forest in one direction. Or head the other direction to restaurants, stores and attractions making this location ideal for your vacation basecamp.

The Moondance Cabin is popular for romantic retreats including proposals, honeymoons and anniversaries; however the cabin is also suitable for two couples or a small family. Two bedrooms, each with a queen bed and two full bathrooms plus the living room sofa bed accommodate up to 6 guests comfortably.

•On Clear Creek in Zigzag
•Open Living Room
•Secluded Creekside Setting
•Wood-burning Woodstove in Fireplace
•Starter Supply of Firewood Provided
•Fully-Equipped Kitchen
•1 Queen Bed in the Primary Suite
•1 Queen Bed in Second Bedroom
•1 Queen Sofa Bed in Living Room
•2 Full Bathrooms
•Deck with Propane BBQ and Deck Furniture
•6-person Hot Tub
•Internet Speed: Fast - 100+ Mbps
•Land Line Phone w / Free Long Distance (limited cell service)
•Washer / Dryer
•Please leave your pets at home
•No Smoking
•1104 Square Feet
•Property Elevation: 1491 Feet
•Note: Snowy roads and driveway require traction devices (chains or snow tires) and 4WD for access during the winter
•Parking: Max 2 Vehicles, No Street Parking
•Sleeps 6
•No Parties, Weddings or Events, Please

All cleaning policies meet or exceed CDC standards and recommendations. Our team wears new masks, gloves and shoes covers each time they enter home to prepare it for a new stay. We clean and disinfect all hard surfaces and high-touch items such as appliance handles, light switches, door knobs, remote controls, etc. We also clean and disinfect all dishes/glassware, silverware, bedding, towels and other linens as well as tubs and toilets. Meredith Lodging has added the extra measure of a pre-check-in inspection to make sure all of our cleaning and disinfecting procedures are complete and to our standard before you arrive.

Once it passes inspection, your home sits empty until you arrive for your contact-free check-in. Additionally, if your home features a private hot tub, rest assured it is disinfected, treated and cleaned thoroughly after each departure so that you and your guests can enjoy it with peace of mind during your stay.

Property manager

Mount Hood Vacation Rentals

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Rhododendron

Located in Rhododendron, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Mount Hood National Forest and Sandy River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mountain Sports and Rainbow Trout Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Rhododendron, OR

What's nearby

Mount Hood National Forest - 9 min walk
Mountain Sports - 4 min drive
The Courses at Resort at the Mountain - 5 min drive
Salmon River - 6 min drive
Timberline Lodge Ski Area - 27 min drive

Restaurants

‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
‪Brightwood Tavern - ‬9 min drive
‪Coffee Brewsters - ‬4 min drive
‪Barlow Trail Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
‪Zigzag Mountain Store - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Moondance Cabin - Secluded Creekside Log Cabin, Fireplace, Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Moondance Cabin - Secluded Creekside Log Cabin, Fireplace, Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Moondance Cabin - Secluded Creekside Log Cabin, Fireplace, Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Moondance Cabin - Secluded Creekside Log Cabin, Fireplace, Hot Tub located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Sandy River and Mount Hood National Forest. Mountain Sports and The Courses at Resort at the Mountain are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Bria W.

19 May 2024

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

Great getaway

Great little cabin! The gnomes are a great addition.

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sydney d.

15 Nov 2023

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

Peaceful and relaxing cabin

This was the cutest property and had everything I needed to cook meals and feel relaxed. Sitting in the hot tub and listening to the creek was so amazing. Everything was comfy and clean and I will definitely be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce W., Florida

10 Oct 2023

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

Wonder on the River

Overall the home was cozy, comfortable, and relaxing. The only hiccup would be the showers are small and not for tall people like my over 6 foot husband....but the hot tub with river views all made up for the Gnome size showers. The sound of the river is amazing and are on the outdoor decks for several meals. Just that relaxing sound made relaxing so much better.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

22 Aug 2023

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

Great getaway in the foothills

A really lovely spot for me to host my family and relax while I was able to visit the area.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

21 May 2023

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

Weekend away

Had a great time

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

jon p.

14 May 2023

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

Cozy

Great weekend Trouble getting in, had to call to get new entry code Other than that it was great Sound of the creek and a dip in the hot tub was very enjoyable

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

29 Apr 2023

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

Such a great place to stay!

Would recommend to anyone for a cozy stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Crystal C.

28 Apr 2023

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs some upgrading

Beautiful location with an amazing view of the river. Nice large deck with a hot tub. The inside of the cabin was cozy. It could definitely use some updates. The refrigerator is pretty old. Had an odd smell to it. And there’s a few other things around the cabin. That could definitely use some upgrades. Also, there’s no curtains on some of the windows and the windows don’t lock on some windows. Which is very unsettling and I don’t like that people can look in. Overall, it’s an OK cabin but the location and the view of the back River is amazing.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Alexi T.

23 Apr 2023

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

Super cute, rustic cabin.

We enjoyed our stay in the woods at this cute spot. It has a very nostalgic vibe with basic necessities.. I struggled figuring out the heat and hot tub cover, but other than that no complaints!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia E., Portand

16 Apr 2023

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

River + hot tub = magic

We had a wonderfully relaxing time. The view could not be beat from the hot tub!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cordell H.

13 Apr 2023

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

Weekend getaway

This place is perfect for a weekend escape to the woods. We fell in love with the hot tub located right next to the river and the rustic wood vibe.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Javier H.

28 Feb 2023

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

Beautifully relaxing

One of a lifetime experience with family. Peaceful and cozy. Stayed warm despite the snow. Had a fantastic time

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Austin, TX

7 Aug 2022

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

Quick Summer Getaway

After a wedding in Portland, we did a quick trip to the Mt Hood area to get in some hiking and relax. We stayed at Moondance for three nights at the end of July. We loved the cabin. The location was very convenient for a lot of things we wanted to do. The pictures and description in the listing were very accurate. There was a grocery store nearby with all the food and drink supplies we needed. There were plenty of kitchen supplies for our meals and the grill worked great. The hot tub was very nice after long hikes. The only negative was the air conditioning. It was unseasonably warm. The listing said it had air conditioning. The signs in the cabin said there was no air conditioning. But, there was an AC unit in the living/dining room - just not in the bedrooms. You had to restart it often but if you did that it worked pretty good. The messaging for this was just a little off and confusing. We loved the cabin and would definitely go there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

1 Aug 2022

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

Great Cabin on the river

We did love this cabin, has many amenities and was comfortable. The one thing I would mark down as a negative would be how close it is to the road. Back of the house and hot tub were very nice with a slow moving stream in the back.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

adrick s.

18 June 2022

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

Amazing Stay

You sent a message4 minutes ago "This was by far one of the best locations I have ever visited. We are already planning a return trip when weather is warmer. The cabin is cute, and the kitchen is well stocked. I would not recommend spring visits with small children as the water is pretty rapid, but I really loved sitting out on the deck and watching the water. Location is VERY convenient (close to a small grocery store, liquor store, and several lovely food spots), but once you are at the cabin you feel very secluded. You could slightly view neighboring houses, but it felt very private. I would highly suggest Zig Zag cafe for breakfast, and the cantina next to the grocery store was amazing. Very close to Mt Hood nat'l forest and all of the amazing hiking there, and the hot tub was a blessing after some long treks."

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Abby V.

2 Feb 2022

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

Great Creek front cabin

Absolutely loved our stay!!! Creek was beautiful, hot tub was fabulous!!!! Place was clean, cute!!! We made a fire every night!!! Would definitely go back

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

27 Nov 2021

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

Cozy and relaxing

This cabin was perfect for a short getaway. It is away from other buildings so you feel isolated on the beautiful river. The fireplace was lovely and the hot tub was a total bonus!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

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8/10 Good

Erica R., Portland, OR

24 May 2021

Great Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Spent two nights in Moondance cabin with an old friend. Many hours spent sitting around talking. It was very comfortable. The weather was not great so we were not able to sit outside but we could see that it would be a lovely experience another time. Rental process was remarkable. I received lots of helpful information in advance and during our stay. Only problem was with the wood stove- we had a hard time getting it started without lots of smoke - might have been our own inexperience.

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10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

12 May 2021

Perfect mother’s day

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The moondance cabin is amazing. Very quaint and homey. The bed was very comfortable as well as the living room furniture. The hot tub was relaxing and the view of the river was beautiful. We can’t wait until we can come back in nicer weather so we can enjoy the deck.

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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

26 Mar 2021

So relaxing!

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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Nehalem, OR

23 Mar 2021

Moondance Cabin

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10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

14 Mar 2021

Perfect Cabin!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had the best time with our daughter for the days we spent at this cabin. Every amenity we could imagine was provided, from tons of kitchenware to board games and puzzles. Mount Hood Vacation Rentals left nothing for us to guess or wonder about as far as what the cabin had and what to do for arrival and checkout. The cabin is beautiful on the river with the hot tub and all of the cute hidden gnomes. We will definitely return one day! Thank you MHVR for everything!!

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8/10 Good

A guest from Portland, OR

19 Feb 2021

Weekend Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The two of us had a very nice time at the cabin! It was warm and welcoming when we arrived. We had two days of eating delicious food, enjoying the hot tub, and relaxing with the snowy views and lovely creek. Just what we needed!

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10/10 Excellent

kasia c.

2 Feb 2021

Charming cabin in idyllic setting!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Charming cabin in an idyllic setting. Everything was clean and comfortable. The gnomes hidden around the lush forest property were a special treat.

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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Oregon City, OR

8 Jan 2021

A delightful getaway!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was the perfect getaway for our family. The view of the water is perfect, and it was so nice to fall asleep to the sound of the water. It felt very cozy. There were even gnomes hidden around the property for our kids to find, and a guestbook. It was just 11 miles to Government Camp and SNOW. We hope to stay here again! Only thing to be aware of—the dishwasher is not *attached* to its cabinet, which can make it tricky to load and unload. But it was a great experience.