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Thistle Dew: Salmon River romantic retreat, deck, hot tub and Wood Stove

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Outdoor Hot Tub
Front porch
Outdoor seating for the fabulous views
Kitchen with latest appliances
Kitchen Area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 467.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Welches, OR
  • Salmon River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • The Courses at Resort at the Mountain
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Mountain Sports
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Troutdale, OR (TTD-Portland - Troutdale)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Thistle Dew: Salmon River romantic retreat, deck, hot tub and Wood Stove

Thistle Dew - Meredith Lodging


Thistle Dew, a completely renovated historic cabin along the Salmon River in Welches has been the center of Mt Hood memories for more than a century. Settle in at this cozy cabin with river views from most every room, the riverfront back deck and the grassy backyard. During the summer months dip your toes in the cool river water, during the late summer and early fall watch the salmon spawning with a backdrop of fall colors and in the winter, stay cozy and warm inside with a frosting of snow along the river's edge. Relax in the private, outdoor hot tub with Salmon River views.

The cabin setting is ideal for a romantic getaway with the cozy wood-filled interior and the sounds of the river flowing by. The spacious en suite bedroom includes a king bed, twin bunk beds and attached bathroom. The modern kitchen includes a full-size refrigerator, range with cooktop and full-size oven, microwave, toaster and all of the pots, pans, dishes, serveware and utensils you need to prepare a fantastic meal. Grill out on the back deck on the gas BBQ with the sounds and views of the river as your backdrop.

Stay warm and cozy inside with the ambiance of a natural wood fire in the woodstove and the electric heat. During the summer months open the windows for the natural air conditioning of a cooling cross breeze. You will love the natural sunlight that streams in through the great room skylights all day long and and the nighttime view of the stars. The relaxing riverfront location will lure you to spend all of your time outside just gazing at the river with a good book, good company and a glass of good wine.

• On the Salmon River in Welches
• Open Great Room
• Semi-Secluded Riverfront Setting
• Woodstove
• Starter Supply of Firewood Provided
• Fully-Equipped Kitchen
• 1 King Bed in Primary Suite
• 1 Bunk Bed (2 twins) in Primary Suite
• 1 Full Bathroom with Walk-in Shower off the Primary Suite.
• Private, Outdoor Hot Tub
• Deck with Propane BBQ and Deck Furniture
• Cable TV
• Internet Speed: Slow - around 10 Mbps
• Land Line Phone w / Free Long Distance (limited cell service)
• Washer / Dryer
• Please leave your pets at home
• No Smoking
• 762 Square Feet
• Property Elevation: 1285 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 4
• No Parties, Weddings or Events, Please.

*Each home is individually owned. Amenities and furnishings are subject to change at any time. For questions on this, please contact our office.

Property manager

Mount Hood Vacation Rentals
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Welches

Located in Welches, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Timberline Lodge Ski Area and The Courses at Resort at the Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Mountain Sports and Rainbow Trout Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Welches, OR

What's nearby

  • Salmon River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mount Hood National Forest - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Courses at Resort at the Mountain - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mountain Sports - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Timberline Lodge Ski Area - 28 min drive - 31.4 km

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dragonfly Cafe & Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Barlow Trail Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brightwood Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zigzag Mountain Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Brewsters - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thistle Dew: Salmon River romantic retreat, deck, hot tub and Wood Stove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Thistle Dew: Salmon River romantic retreat, deck, hot tub and Wood Stove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thistle Dew: Salmon River romantic retreat, deck, hot tub and Wood Stove?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thistle Dew: Salmon River romantic retreat, deck, hot tub and Wood Stove located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Salmon River, Mount Hood National Forest and The Courses at Resort at the Mountain. Mountain Sports and Sandy River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip H.

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

Excellent!

Thistle Dew was wonderful! Cozy and tidy. We loved having the river right out the back door with chairs and a fire pit right at the riverside.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel H.

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

Lovely getaway

The cabin was homey and clean, very comfortable for a little getaway! Some nearby neighbors, but very quiet and beautiful setting, not at all far from the grocery store and restaurants in Welches! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke C.

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

Cozy and relaxing getaway!

What a lovely space, clean hot tub with a riverfront view, and well equipped for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

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

weekend getaway

The house was fantastic for a quiet weekend getaway. Right on the Salmon River, everything was clean and well appointed, hot tub was great. Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

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

Volcano Leg

This was the last stay on our Volcano tour - Lassen, Shasta and Hood. Wonderful, peaceful place is Thistle Dew! We had a great time, thanks so much! Jeff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisa P.

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

Serene

My husband and I had the best stay. The cabin was so well appointed, and the view was just spectacular. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful, restful retreat with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Watching Salmon

We loved this place so much!!! My husbabd stood by the river almost all day watching the salmon run. Amazing!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krisztina H.

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

Cute cabin

The cabin was very cute and the backyard with the water flowing was beautiful and very peaceful! It was pretty clean too, other than spiderwebs on lightfixtures and the wall and the strange smell in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful cabin on the river

Very quiet, relaxing and comfortable cabin. We were there for 10 days and enjoyed morning coffee and afternoon wind sitting by the river. Plenty of hiking around Mt. Hood and fairly short drive to Hood River and Columbia Gorge.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Loved the sound of the river

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Meg F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for two adults/maybe for 2 adults & two small kids

Property is charming and watching and listening to the river from the hot tub; deck or fire pit is super nice and really the best part and why we choose to stay here. The overall setup is ideal for two adults and maybe two smaller kids for a bunk bed situation right off the main bedroom. The bunk beds are pretty small and this tiny room is your only access point to the bathroom- so if you put the kids to bed early; be prepared to go through their bedroom to get to the bathroom. For us this wasn’t a real issue as our son only spent one night with us- but being older and 5’9” he barely fit on the bed-kids can adjust; but I’m glad he didn’t have to stay with us more nights. The bathroom is nicely updated and the shower a pleasant surprise with good pressure and hot water. The downside was the spell from the toilet itself and not being used to a septic system/this was not great/and I dreaded having to go in the bathroom at all. Kitchen was nicely stocked, although we didn’t cook any meals during our stay. Overall: Pros: nice, rustic stay- it is a cabin and the views are super. Cons: Smelly (fixable?) toilet; noisy critters under the house 2:30am-4am every morning and lots of cobwebs in the skylights. Would I stay here again; maybe?
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

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

Excellent spot near Mt. Hood

I booked a stay for two nights for a semi-romantic get away in the woods. I was definitely looking for a place that was remote with not too many people around. I would say literally the only downside of the location is yes neighbors are close, and the next door neighbor had a kid that was outside being loud the 1st day we were there. But!!! That was the only drawback, and not the fault of the owners of this place. Everything else was perfect. The pictures in the listing don't do the Salmon River justice. It was wonderful being that close to the river. The hot tub was amazing and easy to figure out. Bed was very comfy! I would 100% stay here again. I'm sure it'd be awesome in the winter.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eliza D.

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

Peaceful retreat

Lovely and cozy accommodations. Beautiful area with many sites nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Great place for a weekend getaway!

Nice little cabin right on the Salmon River. All the amenities for a great stay! Many birds and even watched a deer cross the river right in front of the cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glory O.

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

Amazing Stay

Everything you could possibly need in a charming, well equipped home. We felt at home the moment we arrived. So VERY well equipped, clean, and the fire pit by the river was perfect! The cabin is secluded and right on the river but yet close enough to town for essentials and a good meal out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maleah M.

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

Weekend escape

Very pretty property! Quiet and peaceful weekend get away. A few of the dishes and utensils had food left on them but otherwise we would have never known someone had checked out the day before!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie G.

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

A little piece of heaven

Thistle Dew was absolutely perfect! Everything was very clean and organized and the cabin had everything I needed. The backyard was absolutely gorgeous and the hot tub was a huge bonus! It was close to a grocery store which was a huge help. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theodore C.

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

Nice place.

Peaceful and beautiful riverfront property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie H., Tigard, Oregon

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

Anniversary weekend

We loved it. Super cute. We would spend All day into the evening sitting outside by the river. We had a really nice time. We will for sure return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi C.

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

Peace & Quiet

We had a lovely experience at this cabin. It was even decorated for Christmas! Super clean and well stocked. The sound of the river while enjoying the hot tub was just what we came for. Highly recommend for a couples getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

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

Early Christmas present to each other

My husband and I loved staying here last month! The cabin was cozy and had everything we needed. The bed was so so soft and comfy and it was great waking up right on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Max R.

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

Honeymoon

This was the perfect place to stay. The river is right there and nice to sit and listen to, and catch a glimpse of a fish swimming by every now and then. Close to several hiking options too. We really enjoyed our time there!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David E.

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

Wonderful place to stay

Thistle Dew lived up to our expections. The location was perfect for our activities. We really enjoyed the outside sitting area by the Salmon River. Saw a trout swim upstream, mergansers playing around, and kingfishers. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

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

Great little place

If you are looking for a place where you can relax and enjoy the scenery, this place is for you. Tucked away in Welches, it’s close to all the Mt Hood activities, but very private. With your own access to the river and the hot tub, it was a nice place to relax after hiking. The kitchen is a little sparse, but otherwise a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

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