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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.

Luxurious Riverfront GuestHouse, Sauna & HotTub.
Welcome to our Clackamas Riverfront Guest House—a peaceful riverside retreat blending rustic charm and modern comfort. Relax in your private hot tub and sauna, unwind by the fireplace, and enjoy stunning river views. Fish, kayak, or raft right from the backyard. Bedrooms include white noise machines and earplugs to help with normal traffic during commute hours on our scenic road. The guesthouse is attached but its own private unit with its own separate entrance and parking. Enjoy your stay!!

Lakefront Retreat w/New Hot Tub • Firepit • 86” TV
+++SUMMER FUN on the WATERFRONT with Hot Tub and 2 fire pits overlooking the beautiful Staats lake!! Come try out our new, clean, drainable, no chemical jetted tub for 2❤️ and NEW reclining glider chairs by the fire. Start your morning with a cappuccino in hand while you  overlook the lake by our outdoor fire bowl. Watch a movie on the 86 inch smart tv or bake until your heart's content in the fully equipped kitchen. Check out the new bikes amenity as well! (New 16” wheel bike too)

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.

The Shamrock- Creekside & one block from downtown!
One block from Silverton's historic downtown, overlooking Silver Creek, & neighboring scenic Coolidge McLaine Park, The Shamrock Creekside Cottage promises laid back luxury in an unparalleled location. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, W/D, smart TV, high speed WIFI, a spacious primary bedroom and bathroom, & a private creekside patio. A rollaway twin bed is also provided. This charming & contemporary cottage is fully equipped to meet your daily needs and makes the perfect Silverton retreat.

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.

Starter Breakfast*Willamette River*100mbps*King
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!

Cozy 2-bed Spanish Home on the River
The Casita Del Rio has been set up for maximum comfort and enjoyment on your vacation. We have two 4K TVs (one in the living room and one in the front bedroom) and a smaller TV in the back bedroom. There is a small workstation setup for remote work in the living room with both WiFi and ethernet cable access and board games available for your entertainment. A beautiful view over the river and a full kitchen also await you! *Brand New Ductless AC units in both bedrooms & living room!*

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.

Keizer Rapids Estate 🌊 (Near In-N-Out)
Come visit our modern cozy home that is fully renovated to fit all your needs. Our home is located in the prime spot of Keizer where you can grab a burger from IN-N-OUT 5 minutes away, walk to the local high school (McNary) in under 10 minutes, or visit Portland about 35 minutes away. If you rather just stay home, our home provides FREE WIFI, Smart TVs in each bedroom, a full kitchen with a dining room table, and a spacious backyard where you can gather with your friends and family.

Sprawling Abiqua Creek Property in Silverton
This serene property backs up to Abiqua Creek just outside the charming town of Silverton. Enjoy country living at its best five miles from downtown. Peruse the spectacular Oregon Garden or take a hike through the breathtaking Silver Falls State Park while you're here. The property is heavily treed for privacy with wide open spaces and patios in the front and back yards. An orchard out front includes mature apple, pear and plum trees that guests can pick and eat seasonally.
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The River House

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Historical City Center New York Style Loft/Condo

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Beautiful, Magical, Treehouse

River Cabin

River Garden Cottage.
When is the best time to visit Salem?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | G$33,700 GYD | G$29,095 GYD | G$29,514 GYD | G$29,932 GYD | G$39,980 GYD | G$41,654 GYD | G$41,654 GYD | G$36,631 GYD | G$41,654 GYD | G$37,677 GYD | G$35,165 GYD | G$32,444 GYD |
| Avg. temp | 6°C | 7°C | 9°C | 11°C | 14°C | 17°C | 21°C | 21°C | 18°C | 12°C | 8°C | 5°C |
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Salem stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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