Live the Dream on the Beautiful Willamette River
House in Milwaukie, OR
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
About this house rental
Very beautiful, private getaway! Cozy and comfortable with all the amenities including a fully stocked kitchen, plush towels and linens, spa robes, beach towels and washer/dryer. Walking distance to Milwaukie's Farmers market, shops and restaurants. Minutes to many local breweries and restaurants galore. Beautiful cedar hot soaking tub right on the riverbank beneath a stunning one-hundred-year-old weeping willow tree. New! A gorgeous amber gas fire pit next to the hot tub! It doesn't get better than this!
Keurig Coffee & Treats are supplied with your stay as well as Chocolates on your bed. Your main bed is open studio-style and located right next to a natural wood-burning fireplace. looking out to the beautiful Willamette River view through large windows which adjoining the living room. The main full bath has a shower and a bath tub. The decor is very romantic and soothing. The basic booking includes 3 queen beds and 1.5 baths. An additional private suite with a queen bed and full bath is available for those who book 7+ guests or need more than 3 beds or the additional bath. Let me know in advance if you need the extra bed and full bath as it is a separate suite which may be included for no additional fee other than a one-time cleaning fee of $100 for your entire stay.
This additional suite is never rented out to other guests at the same time, the property is all yours, not shared with anyone. You have a private deck, large hot tub right on the riverbank, two outdoor grills and several lovely seating areas, as well as full access to the entire beautiful grounds. In the summer you also have a private beach. You will truly fall in love with it here!
The new MAX Orange Line is now open, making travel without a car a breeze! The MAX stop is walking distance and will take you to downtown Portland in a 20 minute scenic ride. Travel to and from the airport is also a breeze with the new MAX rail.
Enjoy comfort and privacy in this beautiful oasis and enjoy all that Portland has to offer!
This home is nestled within a quiet, friendly neighborhood located just a short drive to downtown Portland (12 min.), and the heart of Sellwood-Moreland (3 min.) with nearby freeway entry allowing for convenient access to the airport (20 min.). Mass transit is just a few blocks away.
The Portland area abounds with wineries and we are only 20 minutes from the North Willamette Valley and Dundee Hills wine country.
Enjoy the nearby Milwaukie & Moreland Theaters, Milwaukie Farmer’s Market (on Sundays), Portland Saturday Market, Oaks Park, New Seasons Market, Fred Meyers, Saburo's Sushi, Jade Thai, Ginos Italian, Portofino Italian, ChaChaCha Mexican Taqueria, and a variety of restaurants including brew pubs, coffee shops, family-friendly and fine dining. Downtown Portland is only 12 minutes away and a few must-go-to restaurants are Jakes Famous Crawfish (A Portland classic! Try the Dungeness Crab Leg Saute'!) and Portland City Grill for an amazing view of the city and fabulous food and ambience.
Hop on the freeway and be at Multnomah Falls and beautiful hiking in the Gorge in only 40 minutes.
Go another 30 minutes and you will be in Hood River, windsurfing capital of the world. Enjoy wineries, see the windsurfers and kite boarders, do the Fruit Loop, eat, drink and be merry ~ they have quaint bistros, fabulous dining and numerous festivals.
For mountain enthusiasts, Mt. Hood's Government Camp is only 1 hour 11 minutes from our home, (or continue on from Hood River and be there in 30 more minutes) where you will find SkiBowl, Timberline Lodge, Mt. Hood Meadows ski resort, lake and river fishing, hiking, and much more. Take the Mt. Hood Scenic Byway for a very full day!
Property manager nearby, available any time you need anything, just call.
*Note: This is a gorgeous property, and I get numerous requests for holding events here such as weddings, family reunions, etc., however, we are in a neighborhood and must be respectful of our neighbors, so we can no longer allow events. The city will not allow it. Small gatherings are OK as well as photo shoots with pre-approval. If you are wondering if your idea or gathering is considered an "event" please ask, it is possible that we can work something out.
*Please note that this property is not recommended for elderly/handicapped folks who have difficulty walking as there are stairs to access the property and yard.
Keywords: suite, studio, resort, spa, house, bungalow, casita, hale, Ohana, Bnb, Portland, OR.
Keurig Coffee & Treats are supplied with your stay as well as Chocolates on your bed. Your main bed is open studio-style and located right next to a natural wood-burning fireplace. looking out to the beautiful Willamette River view through large windows which adjoining the living room. The main full bath has a shower and a bath tub. The decor is very romantic and soothing. The basic booking includes 3 queen beds and 1.5 baths. An additional private suite with a queen bed and full bath is available for those who book 7+ guests or need more than 3 beds or the additional bath. Let me know in advance if you need the extra bed and full bath as it is a separate suite which may be included for no additional fee other than a one-time cleaning fee of $100 for your entire stay.
This additional suite is never rented out to other guests at the same time, the property is all yours, not shared with anyone. You have a private deck, large hot tub right on the riverbank, two outdoor grills and several lovely seating areas, as well as full access to the entire beautiful grounds. In the summer you also have a private beach. You will truly fall in love with it here!
The new MAX Orange Line is now open, making travel without a car a breeze! The MAX stop is walking distance and will take you to downtown Portland in a 20 minute scenic ride. Travel to and from the airport is also a breeze with the new MAX rail.
Enjoy comfort and privacy in this beautiful oasis and enjoy all that Portland has to offer!
This home is nestled within a quiet, friendly neighborhood located just a short drive to downtown Portland (12 min.), and the heart of Sellwood-Moreland (3 min.) with nearby freeway entry allowing for convenient access to the airport (20 min.). Mass transit is just a few blocks away.
The Portland area abounds with wineries and we are only 20 minutes from the North Willamette Valley and Dundee Hills wine country.
Enjoy the nearby Milwaukie & Moreland Theaters, Milwaukie Farmer’s Market (on Sundays), Portland Saturday Market, Oaks Park, New Seasons Market, Fred Meyers, Saburo's Sushi, Jade Thai, Ginos Italian, Portofino Italian, ChaChaCha Mexican Taqueria, and a variety of restaurants including brew pubs, coffee shops, family-friendly and fine dining. Downtown Portland is only 12 minutes away and a few must-go-to restaurants are Jakes Famous Crawfish (A Portland classic! Try the Dungeness Crab Leg Saute'!) and Portland City Grill for an amazing view of the city and fabulous food and ambience.
Hop on the freeway and be at Multnomah Falls and beautiful hiking in the Gorge in only 40 minutes.
Go another 30 minutes and you will be in Hood River, windsurfing capital of the world. Enjoy wineries, see the windsurfers and kite boarders, do the Fruit Loop, eat, drink and be merry ~ they have quaint bistros, fabulous dining and numerous festivals.
For mountain enthusiasts, Mt. Hood's Government Camp is only 1 hour 11 minutes from our home, (or continue on from Hood River and be there in 30 more minutes) where you will find SkiBowl, Timberline Lodge, Mt. Hood Meadows ski resort, lake and river fishing, hiking, and much more. Take the Mt. Hood Scenic Byway for a very full day!
Property manager nearby, available any time you need anything, just call.
*Note: This is a gorgeous property, and I get numerous requests for holding events here such as weddings, family reunions, etc., however, we are in a neighborhood and must be respectful of our neighbors, so we can no longer allow events. The city will not allow it. Small gatherings are OK as well as photo shoots with pre-approval. If you are wondering if your idea or gathering is considered an "event" please ask, it is possible that we can work something out.
*Please note that this property is not recommended for elderly/handicapped folks who have difficulty walking as there are stairs to access the property and yard.
Keywords: suite, studio, resort, spa, house, bungalow, casita, hale, Ohana, Bnb, Portland, OR.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Milwaukie, OR
££££
Reviews
10.0
Our family loves this place and the property manager Sara is wonderful. We plan on staying there in the future again.
10.0
We loved our accommodations, and the atmosphere was and view was breathtaking. As an older crowd we had to carefully navigate the steps from the driveway to the rooms and the same going down into the yard.
Sara was a delightful host and we loved every minute.
10.0
truly one of the best experiences. we felt at home. so lovely. we walked to town for breakfast each day, along the river. beds soft and supportive. so peaceful. and sara’s a fantastic hostess.
10.0
We stayed in this beautiful riverside home over the Memorial Day holiday this year. The owner of this gorgeous home is wonderfully accommodating and increidbily hospitable. The home has everything needed for a family or couples getaway. Our family loves games and outdoor water sports which made this the ideal spot for us! We liked it so much we already booked our next trip!
10.0
We greatly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this location.
The huge yard sloping down from the house to the Willamette River is the centerpiece of this property. We used the barbecue, paddle boards, kayaks, multiple seating, dining and lounging areas throughout our stay; everything was in great condition.
A few notes on the house itself: there are 3 separate units in this house, two of which are for rent and one of which is occupied by the owners, who were very friendly and accommodating. The large ("3 bedroom") unit actually contains two bedrooms and a queen bed in the living room, along with 1.5 baths. The second unit consists of a large bedroom and bath, and doubles as a massage studio. Furnishings throughout are lovely. Air conditioning is centrally controlled for the whole property by the owners. Views of the sloping lawn and the river are spectacular.
Great spot for a family vacation!
10.0
We (7 adults, 1 kid) stayed here for several days. We had everything we needed to enjoy our time. Kitchen was well equipped. Sleeping areas were cozy and comfortable. The hot tub and firepit areas were perfect for conversation and relaxing. Host was so accommodating. River views were lovely. Just really loved it and wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
10.0
Our stay was incredible! Beautiful quiet place by the river with access. Everything was clean and cozy we had a relaxing time.
2.0
This is really a two bedroom and 1.5 bathroom in the lower level of a split house. You can’t walk through the front door to get in, but instead have to walk down an uneven outdoor path around to the back of the house to access the unit. The “main” bedroom in the unit is actually in the living room and is not a separate or third bedroom.
We rented this for three couples and felt deceived by the property description. The way the photos are taken does not reveal the reality regarding the partial house and inaccurate bedroom situation.
The owner also lives upstairs but claims she is at her boyfriend’s 95% of the time - so she claims it is accurate to say that “the property is all yours.”
Owner is difficult to deal with and makes excuses and blames guests for everything - and refuses to cancel or refund once she has trapped you with a nonrefundable booking. After seeing the room situation we felt compelled to pay her even more money to rent the “4th” bedroom (just to actually get a third bedroom) because we wanted to make it work and she would not let us cancel for a refund. Otherwise, she proposed to have us cancel on our end and not stay there, keep all the money we had paid for the entire stay, and then promise to pay us some money back if anyone else rented the unit during that time - which we did not trust and obviously did not accept. Other negative reviews seem accurate, despite the owner’s frequent denials and attempts to blame the guests. Don’t be fooled like we were.
8.0
My grandchildren called it the beach house!
They really enjoyed the kayaks and stand up paddle boards. The adults enjoyed eating outside and watching the ospreys fly over the river. My grandson saw one dive and catch a fish right in front of him! Very exciting!
Lovely place right on the river!
10.0
We enjoyed our stay. Very comfy furnishings. Great backyard on the Willamette river.
10.0
We stayed for three nights in May. We really enjoyed the beautiful landscaping and looking out over the Willamette River. The ducks, geese and other birds are numerous. The house had the basic supplies needed for cooking and enjoying our stay. I recommend having the early birds stay in the master bedroom since it shares the space with the kitchen and living room. Access to our events downtown was an easy 10 to 15 min drive along the river. We enjoyed hanging out in the hot tub along the shores of the river at night.
10.0
Sara's home is a hidden gem with nice touches. We look forward to staying there again!
10.0
We had an absolutely fantastic time at this beautiful property. We loved using the kayaks and paddleboards - we even saw a sea lion from about 5 ft away! We were happy that Uber eats could deliver here and there were plenty of stores, grocers, and restaurants nearby, plus a bar walking distance. We had issues figuring out the TV and the owners were happy to walk us through the process. I encourage anyone visiting Portland to stay at this exact property in Milwaukie instead!!!!
10.0
Sara is an amazing hostess, very helpful and friendly. Great communication and very sweet. Lovely property and very close to Portland
10.0
I rented the house for Thanksgiving weekend with my brother and my two college-age kids who go to university in Oregon. Sarah was a most-gracious host, very friendly and available to answer any and all questions. The neighborhood is fantastic, with two large parks on either side and nice walking trails through the woods along the Willamette river. The view from the house is a 10+!! Highly receommended.
6.0
Although the backyard and river are absolutely stunning… The house, however, is not. There is a long, very uneven step way down to the underground apartment which is located underneath the main home.
There is a SLICK slope to get to the kitchen, And the smell of mildew under the sink is absolutely disgusting. The furniture is extremely uncomfortable. If you want to sleep here, this is not the place. You will hear constant walking and movement above your head when the owners are home. You will also smell their food cooking in your unit as well. This is not a VRBO for anyone over 50.
10.0
My wife and I stayed at Sarah’s place for a week around the Reed College graduation. Great spot on the water in a nice neighborhood for walks etc - also convenient to Reed. Had a small BBQ in the gorgeous garden which was really great.
Used the house as a base for graduation but also for exploring much of Oregon that week.
2.0
The property was filthy, I have pictures of dirty drawers, filthy chairs and mold in closets and on shower curtains. The pictures of the property are deceiving and misleading. the "walkway" is actually a steep series of steps that were covered with chestnuts, not swept, dangerous and precarious to walk on. The property is advertised as a stand alone house, in fact it is a converted basement. with the owners living above in the actual house. The property is advertised as 3 bedrooms, in fact the one kingsize bed bed is IN THE LIVING ROOM. It is NOT a master-bedroom.The pictures make it look like a separate and contained bedroom it is not. Fraudulent misrepresentation. The other 2 bedrooms are tiny, and dirty. The kitchen is substandard. I was very displeased and was offered the "suite" upstairs at no added charge, that too was filthy with mold. I DO NOT RECOMMEND.
The location is lovely by the river. Everything else was bad.
10.0
The back yard was AMAZING!. Kitchen was well stocked. The hostess lives on site and was very pleasant and responsive.
We would definitely come back and stay again.
10.0
My husband and I have been renting vacation rentals for the last 15 years. I was a little hesitant to rent this one due to the owner was on the premises, because of a bad past experience. I couldn't of been more wrong. Sara was so great!
The property is absolutely beautiful and serene. You don't even have to leave the property to find things to do. The whaler and dock, kayaks, bikes, paddle board, fishing, and the most beautiful views.
Anything we wanted to do, Sara and Joe made it happen, but gave us complete privacy. Thank you for sharing your amazing home with us. 5Stars all the way! Gigi
10.0
The 8 of us lived the dream, we all thoroughly enjoyed our time there. Our host, Sara was wonderful. Would definitely stay there again.
8.0
We had a great vacation and loved this spot. It’s a beautiful location, comfortable home, and Sara has lots of fun stuff available for those who want to play on the Lake. The location is just a short drive into Portland.
Highly recommend and would definitely stay here again.
10.0
My stay at this property was magical! Equipment was provided for water activities! The hot tub under a majestic weeping willow provided serenity and relaxation. The multiple seating areas were strategically placed for one to relax and enjoy the view of the river. Other seating areas for out door cooking is canvased from the sun by beautiful grapevines. At night the seating area surrounding the large fire pit made the night’s even more spectacular!
The house offered all of the amenities of home. The beds are beautifully dressed with rich warm bedding’s. All the bed in the three bedrooms had really comfortable mattresses! I slept like a baby!
The wood burning fireplace in my sleeping area was beautiful but i did not use it. I visit was in July. However, the days outside were very warm but inside the house stayed cool from the central air conditioning!
The host was awesome. She was helpful, friendly, courteous and very knowledgeable of the area. I took early morning walks and made new friends in the neighborhood.
I will return to Oregon and when I do, I will return back to this residence! I did not want to leave and could have stayed forever!
Thank you!
8.0
The grounds are beautiful and the host is very responsive. The two guest beds that we used were very soft, think memory foam. The kitchen had everything you need to make meals, but the knives were dull. So adding a knife sharpener would be a good addition, and we consolidated the pots to one shelf so we had a shelf to put out pantry items on because there is not any other storage in the kitchen available for guests. The washer/dryer worked perfectly.
Four draw backs that prevent us from coming back were: the largest TV is in the smaller room with the smallest sofa/smaller TV in biggest room, the only air conditioning vent is in the kitchen so we had to run fans in the bedrooms at night to stay cool, the blinds needed to be closed during the afternoon (so no view) to keep the house cool), and the plastic shower curtains with the narrow hoop makes for a claustrophobic showering experience (the curtains are touching on both sides at all times).
I recommend installing a larger hoop above the tub and using cloth curtains so they don’t cling to people and can be cleaned/bleached.
6.0
Beautiful setting. Listing states 4 beds in 4 bedrooms with 2 1/2 baths for the listed price but read the fine print. Go there knowing that you will have 2 beds in 2 bedrooms and 1 bed in the living room and 1 1/2 baths.
10.0
Such a great place for our family to gather. A perfect home base for our adventures in Oregon. Close enough to Portland but away from the bustle. Our family of 6 kids all fit and loved the stay.
Felt very safe and secluded. Our kids loved the kayaks and hot tub and just walking along the river’s edge. Magnificent picture window view of the water and the lovely grounds. Could sit and stare at that view for hours. So nice to unplug in the little oasis she’s cultivated in the back yard.
Sara was responsive and helpful. She even brought us a dozen eggs from her hens on the property.
Would stay here any time we come back to the area.
10.0
This was an excellent location for my family to get together while celebrating a graduation and an anniversary. The home is comfortable and provides the comforts of a home. The bedroom connected to the living room has a view of the Willamette River. The hot tub, kayaks, and beautiful grounds enhanced the experience. The privacy of the optional fourth bedroom is nice.
10.0
This was a beautiful yard off the water. The second day we stood here it was a crystal blue sky in the morning and everything was very lovely. We also enjoyed the fact that there’s chickens on the property with us. I highly recommend you stay here.
10.0
The property is incredible. Beautiful grounds lead to the banks of the river where visitors can launch the owner supplied paddle boards and kayaks. The views are amazing, the house is great and the location can't be beat. Paddle to downtown Portland if you are feeling ambitious.
The stay and host far exceeded our expectations.
10.0
We came here 9 years ago and it was magical. So of course we needed to celebrate our 6th anniversary here. It was just as we remembered and the hot tub was the cherry on top. Thank you for helping make our anniversary so special! We can’t wait to come back!
4.0
The owner gave us a full refund without hassle when we left for a hotel due to the hot water not working, the place was very cold upon arrival, hair on bedding, hot tub not working well, towels were old and smelly and the overall quality was poor especially in regard to the price. ,
10.0
Fun place to stay and enjoy the view. The property is eclectic with a nice layout for everyone to enjoy. This place worked well for our small group but we all wished the kitchen was a bit bigger. Overall, a cool place that we enjoyed for a few days in November.
6.0
The host was lovely and the property was beautiful. The only think I may suggest is making the guest more aware that you are living in the top part of the house, the guest in the bottom part. Which leads me to the unknowingly bed in the living area where guest pass by to use the kitchen. The beds were all horribly uncomfortable and the place smelled of cats/ or mold. I couldn’t put my finger on it. The towels smelled bad as well. So just some updating on the inside and the place would be perfect. Lovely area, located close to downtown. And like I stated before the property was amazing on the lake, we did enjoy the hot tub and the host made us a bonfire ok the last night.
10.0
We loved our stay at this beautiful property. The interior was nicely appointed with everything we needed and was very clean and comfortable. But our favorite aspect was the grounds- sitting in a hot tub beneath a gorgeous weeping willow, morning coffee on the water's edge, evening firepit. We didnt use the SUP or kayaks because we were just so relaxed! We would definitely stay here again - it felt like we were at a river retreat!
10.0
The properties views were amazing, Sara was the best host and very friendly and accommodating. The home was beautiful with all you need to have a relaxing time. On sight spa service was highly appreciated.
10.0
Location, location, location!! We gathered as a family of six adults to explore the Portland area. We were greeted with a beautiful property where we could come back and relax at the end of the day to enjoy the hot tub, fire pit and outside seating . We also had fun using the paddle board and kanaka on site. Sara, the owner had gotten them out and placed them by the River for us to use at our convenience. The fresh eggs she gave us was a tasty surprise. Thanks Sara, for a wonderful stay!
10.0
Very relaxing home with beautiful views. Access to paddleboards and kayaks was a great bonus to allow us to enjoy the river and the state park (with great rocks to jump off of) right across the way. Quick access to city center to enjoy the culture and great food. 40 minutes to river rafting. Already miss being there.
10.0
Wonderful setting for a staycation while our house was being worked on. The grounds are beautiful, the river relaxing, and the inside was cozy and comfortable. Sara was the perfect host, and she is an excellent masseuse!
10.0
We came to Portland to gather with family that we haven’t seen in a while, while mourning the loss of loved ones. This property provided us all we needed, a serene location for reflection, and a fantastic place to make new memories while with loved ones. We had the most wonderful time and cannot wait to come back. The owner was wonderful. We highly recommend!
8.0
Beautiful, Beautiful Gardens. River access is great.
Our stay was really nice. We paddle-boarded and had a great time. It was a very relaxing, fun weekend.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Milwaukie?
The average price for a rental in Milwaukie is £166 per night. This rental is £250 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Live the Dream on the Beautiful Willamette River. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Live the Dream on the Beautiful Willamette River. Enjoy the water!
Is Live the Dream on the Beautiful Willamette River pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Live the Dream on the Beautiful Willamette River?
We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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