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Bear Creek Retreat, riverfront home in the forest
Our beautiful 2000sq ft 3 bed, 2 bath cabin sits on a secluded 3.3 acres on the Wilson River, 1hr from Portland. Explore forest trails, and 400ft of Wilson River frontage. Sit around the campfire and listen to Bear Creek WATERFALL 💦 meets the Wilson River. Our fully stocked kitchen is great for those who love cook, including an epic coffee set-up and Proud Mary Coffee bag as a gift! Gorgeous natural linens, comfy beds, record player, wood stove, BBQ on the deck to river views…. @bearcreekfalls

Cabin at Moonrust on The Little North Fork River
Slow yourself down, find your respite & relax! Our 1 room Cabin at Moonrust, which sits on the bluff above the Little North Fork River, awaits your arrival. Enjoy a peaceful read, or raft, swim or tube from our private 'beach'. Relax on our Perch Deck & enjoy the pristine waters and song of the Little North Fork River while sipping coffee, or a glass of Wine & watch the sunset. Play a game of Bocce with your On-site Hosts or relax by the firepit. A tranquil spirit awaits you here at Moonrust.

Chalet Retreat-Pond, Mountains & Barn View
The Chalet is nestled in the Coastal Range Mountains. It includes 2 decks with views of the beautiful pond & barn in front & secluded acreage out back. Waiting for you are winding paths with wooden bridges over a trickling stream. You will enjoy a variety of wildlife following the paths or just sitting on the deck! Relax in the stylish, roomy studio in the heart of wine country. Just 14 miles from Spirit Mountain Casino, 21 miles from McMinnville, 41 miles to Lincoln City and 27 miles to Salem.

Joyful Yurt with View of South Santiam River
Drink in the panoramic view of the South Santiam River in our funky yurt! The yurt is fully furnished with a queen sized bed, futon, rocking chair, mini dinette, kitchenette with mini fridge, microwave, and Keurig. Plates, glasses, silverware, bedding, and towels provided. Yurt is located near the main house, yet a privacy courtyard had been created for additional solitude. Hot showers and flushing toilets are in a separate, unheated building about a 3 minute walk away. Glamping at its finest!

Waterfront Retreat with a View (OSU, I-5 close)
Enjoy your stay in a stylish, quiet, and ultra comfortable 1 bed/1 bath apartment with its own kitchen and dedicated laundry room. This waterfront property has beautiful territorial views. Located in one of the area's most sought after neighborhoods. Private entrance with keypad. Self check-in. Must climb stairs. 3 minutes to North Albany Village and the Barn (Starbucks, restaurants, grocery store). 15 minutes to Corvallis and I-5. 20 min to Oregon State’s campus (approximately 9 Miles)

Tiny House Farm Stay
Cozy, rustic, well-outfitted 2-story tiny home on a 3-acre family farm with a blacksmith shop. The fenced property is surrounded by trees and includes open fields with a vineyard, orchard, outbuildings, and gardens. It is four blocks from the main street in Falls City, and a river and waterfall are within walking distance. The hosts and their two children live 150’ from the tiny house. Guests who book our “Forge a Knife” Experience (Vonhelmick Knife Co) receive a 15% discount on their stay.

Spoil yourself! Luxury Cabin on the Santiam River
Escape to our Luxury Cabin Suite, designed just for two adults, located right on the beautiful Santiam River—only 20 minutes from Salem! Whether you’re looking for a peaceful place to relax, a romantic getaway, or simply a spot to unwind, you’ll find it here… and best of all, no dishes to wash! Love the outdoors? Bring your hiking boots, fishing gear, kayak, or raft and make the most of the surroundings. Please note: Our cabin features one bed and is not suitable or equipped for children.

A-Frame Cabin: Picturesque view and cozy interior
Minutes from the outlet mall, a peaceful and cozy A-Frame, nestled in the trees overlooking a rippling creek. The stairs to the loft lead to a room where there is a comfortable queen-size bed and television. The downstairs area has a fully-stocked kitchen, dining area and living area with lots of windows to enjoy the view. There is also patio with a table and chairs and propane grill where you can sit and enjoy the view of the pasture and water, with beautiful trees scattered about.

Willamette River Guesthouse
The mighty Willamette River is one of the few rivers in the world that flows north. From the comfort of our 1300 sq/ft guesthouse, visitors will enjoy a front row view of the river and all of its offerings….serene sunsets, birdwatching, wildlife, and more. The Willamette Valley is wine country! Several wineries in the immediate area, and beyond, to explore. With convenient access to I5, you are only one hour to Portland or the coast, and about 2.5 hours to Mt. Hood -perfect day trip!

RiverLoft On Roaring River 20 miles to Albany
CRAVING TRANQUILITY? Find Your Escape and Forget the hustle and bustle and UNWIND AT RIVERLOFT! This is a two level Timber Frame structure. The kitchen area is downstairs. The living area, dining, bathroom, and sleeping areas are upstairs and are an open loft. This property is on a dead end road surrounded by privately owned timber tree farm. It has river frontage along the the Roaring River. It has a private picnic area along the river to enjoy the sun and shade during the day.

Cozy Woods Getaway with no Cleaning Fees/Chores!
Great little getaway spot far from the hustle and bustle of city life. The noise of the nearest highway is over a mile away. Experience the relaxing sounds of the surrounding forest while you enjoy all the comforts of home inside or, if you're of the fit and adventurous variety, make your way through the trees to the babbling brook you can fall asleep listening to at night. Everything you can possibly need is less than a half hour's drive away from this place of peace and quiet.

Spacious Forest Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Views
In the woods, next to a creek, but still in Portland! Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. There is a private entrance to this large two story guest suite, which includes a family room, living area with dining area and kitchenette, bedroom and bathroom, central AC, and private balcony. Located in a quiet neighborhood, close to hiking trails in Woods Memorial Park. A 3-minute drive or 1 mile walk to popular Multnomah Village; 15 minutes from Downtown Portland.
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Great Fishing House on Wilson River

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A River (stream) Runs Through It

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One bedroom condo on the Willamette River Path!

Stunning Portland Condo | Parking, River & Dining

Luxury Penthouse | City, Mountain & River Views

*10% Off* Cozy & Rare Riverfront Home with HotTub
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Salem vacation rentals start at G$10,443 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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4.8 Average rating
Salem stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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