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Property grounds
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61392 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Welches, OR
  • Salmon River
    1 min walk
  • Mount Hood National Forest
    1 min walk
  • The Courses at Resort at the Mountain
    4 min drive
  • Troutdale, OR (TTD-Portland - Troutdale)
    47 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Welches

When you a stay at this cabin in Welches, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Mount Hood National Forest and Salmon River. .This cabin is 19.8 mi (31.9 km) from Timberline Lodge Ski Area and 1.9 mi (3 km) from The Courses at Resort at the Mountain.
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What's nearby

  • Salmon River - 1 min walk
  • The Courses at Resort at the Mountain - 4 min drive
  • Mountain Sports - 5 min drive
  • Timberline Lodge Ski Area - 30 min drive
  • Mount Hood Meadows - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dragonfly Cafe & Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Barlow Trail Roadhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brightwood Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zigzag Mountain Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Brewsters - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Waterfront Cabin with Hot Tub & Salmon River Access - Dog-Friendly

Papa Bear Cabin

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Hold everything! This Welches vacation cabin has it all! A great location near the Mt. Hood National Forest - right near skiing and hiking, a private hot tub, tree-filled landscaping, and all the modern entertainment amenities you could ever want! All of that, plus this gorgeous Papa Bear Cabin is even dog-friendly.

From this centrally-located Welches address right on the Salmon River, you'll have your pick of restaurants, hiking trails, and even ski resorts. Mt. Hood Skibowl, Timberline, and Mt. Hood Meadows are all within 22 miles! And in summer, golf and spa services are a five minute drive away at The Resort at the Mountain.

Laid out on the inside like a grand mountain lodge, you'll love spending time in front of the floor-to-ceiling, wood burning fireplace. There's also a flatscreen TV, cable, WiFi, and a DVD player. And while you're enjoying the living room's ambiance, you'll have a pleasing view out onto the spacious deck.

This large main level also has a country-style kitchen with all the appliances you'll need for delicious vacation meals. After dinner, warm up in the deck's private hot tub, while you keep an eye out for shooting stars.

The three bedrooms and two baths at this gorgeous Mt. Hood getaway will sleep up to six guests and include features like a clawfoot tub, skylights, and colorful, warm quilts. There's even a washer and dryer here so you can always have clean, warm socks. You're also welcome to bring two dogs with you for an additional nightly fee.

This Welches vacation cabin is perfect for ski trips, fishing retreats, or any family and friend getaway based near the stunning Mt. Hood National Forest. Summer or winter, you'll never run out of activities here - even if your favorite one is just relaxing on the sofa, in front of a roaring fire.

Spend some time in the forest at this amazing Papa Bear Cabin. With a pleasing mountain lodge vibe and a great location, this Mt. Hood retreat will be your home-away-from-home in Welches.
PERMIT ID#STR-457-12

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Make yourself comfortable in this cabin, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a spa tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Vacasa of Oregon

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 5 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,392 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 100 lbs each.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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Historic Waterfront Cabin with Hot Tub & Salmon River Access - Dog-Friendly Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 122 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 122 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 122 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 122 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 122 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bee B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good, spacious cabin option
Overall, this was a good place for a reasonable price. It was a bit tough as the second bathroom only has a bath and not a shower; also, could likely use some updated and newer rugs throughout to give an overall cleaner feel. If you are looking for a good value in a good location, this cabin does the job!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 nights in paradise
The cabin far exceeded our expectations. Temperatures were above 90 during our stay, and the cabin stayed comfortable. We appreciated the screens on all the windows to air things out at night. The sandy beach by the river was perfect spot to cool our feet during the heat of the day. The deck was lovely and the hot tub was so clean we even used it! (both of us are very picky in this aspect). Kitchen & bathroom are both well appointed & bed was comfortable. We did find the door combination lock more challenging than expected. If you are eager for a bathroom upon arrival I suggest stopping at the coffee shop for a drink & facilities on your way in. Much easier to figure out how to open the door when not rushed. We liked it so much we extended an additional night & plan to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great grandpa stay
Right on the river bank. Great stone chimney. Internet service went out the second day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick M., Tulsa

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Cool and Relaxing
This cabin was the most charming cabin feel I've ever stayed in. The stream running of the back deck and the hot tub right there on the deck too made it sweet. Even inside with a roaring fire with the view of the stream constantly running is awesome. Fully functional and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous
Fantastic location close to mt hood. The yard is gorgeous with the river running through the yard . Friendly neighbors and overall a great experience. Can’t wait to go back
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to relax
Once again we enjoyed staying here at Papa Bears cabin. It’s such a cute and cozy cabin. Even though it was chilly when we arrived, once we got the fire going in the fireplace, it got toasty warm. It seems like there was some updating to the kitchen since the last time we were there, and it was very nice to cook in. Even though it was chilly and rainy outside, I still loved listening to the river and birds in the morning, while having my coffee. The beds were comfy, we all slept very well. Even our dog liked the cabin, she was so happy and relaxed there. We can’t wait to come stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin
Nice cabin. Definitely has the vibe I look for when I stay in the area. Hot tub is big and it's lovely to soak while listening to the river. It's easy to get to. Only the very last section is not paved and has massive pot holes, but it's not a long stretch. It was good for two people. It's plenty of space, and there's plenty of room for dining, but I personally would prefer more comfy seating in the living room- there's plenty of space for it. If you had enough people to fill all the beds (7) there's not actually that many seats in the living room. Wifi was good; we could stream entertainment no problem. I recommend bringing some things to grill- it's a really nice grill! We realized we were missing dishwasher detergent but let them know and they brought some for us. Be warned: Charlie Harper puzzle is missing two pieces. Bring some kindling and a good fire starter, paper, etc. There's plenty of firewood, and it's under cover and dry to the touch, but it was definitely wet (heavy and steamed as it heated) and it was really hard to get the fire going. We went to get wood at the store and it was actually just as wet, maybe more so, so it's not really their fault. Seems like that's just what was available in the area. But a fire is a must for us so we kept at it! We only had one car so it was fine, but I'm not sure where you would fit a second one. It would be tight. No chance of more than 2 cars.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location location location
Absolutely loved our mountain cabin stay! Spacious, cozy, and the hot tub was a perfect touch. Spectacular views of the river and a very peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Sara C.

Beautiful cabin stay!
Pros: Location, supply of firewood, check-in process. Cons: House could use a cleaning, poor wi-fi signal I loved the location and property! The only things I feel were lacking was the cleanliness of the house and the reliability of the wi-fi. To feel the heat, you have to crank the thermostat all the way up and use space heaters in the bedrooms and bathrooms. But once it’s warm, it stays warm. As for the wifi — I am sure it’s difficult to get service in an area in the woods, so I’m not sure if I can dock the property for the reliability of the network. I had 0 cell signal unless I was in town, so I depended on the wifi to look up trails, things to do, general information, etc. Overall, the location made up for the shortcomings, and for the price, I can’t complain.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Liked: Cleanliness
4 cousins
Was peaceful, cozy and relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey C.

Great Weekend Get Away, however the managment was not understanding!
The place was great,. however we were disappinted with the management / owners. The family came down with Covid the week before the trip. We asked to reschedule and even though later days were available they were not flexible. We still ended up going but a couple of us were sick. It was a beautiful place for a restful weekend and we did enjoy ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn B. B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Papa Bear Stay
Beautiful riverside view. Spacious, comfortable. Rural area cabin surrounded by rural home owners and private property so unable to explore. Difficult to find, especially at night. Location of entryway key unclear. Bathroom only had space heater but no outlet to plug in to. No hot water the first day and no water at all the second day-lost a day skiing. Management was responsive, however; this event cut into our vacation time. The rental cost was double the advertised rate due to the added fees. Fireplace with wood was lovely. Neighbors were helpful. Roads are in bad shape so travel time was excessive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Nicole B.

Disappointed, the hot tub wasnt functional and neither were the TV's
Overall the property was nice. Not having access to hot tub or TV's and the state of the house upon arrival we will not be renting here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Deborah and Hans L.

Liked: Cleanliness
River Front
Stunning location and cabin, unfortunately the hot tub didn't work and we lost power before midnight on our third night. Property manager Quintin never responded to text or call. None of the 5 flashlights in the house worked and no instructions were available to turn generator on.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin in the woods!
The cabin was just as expected and very well appointed. It had everything we needed and was in a beautiful setting along the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Luke K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and magic property
The cabin setting on the river was magic. The beds comfortable. The amenities very nice. The property management company leaves something to be desired, they are a national company with thousands of listings, and very little human personal touch/property monitoring. All messages you get from them are template, or automatic texts, if you need a human to help good luck. They do not meet you at the property it is self check in and check out, and if there is a problem same day service isn't going to happen. I reported a couple items that required maintenance and the guy called me after we checked out about the problems. We would gladly stay in this property again, but if I was the owner I would discontinue VACASA management of their property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and cozy cabin
We really liked this cabin. We loved sitting on the deck drinking our coffee in the morning right next to the river. The BBQ was great, and the hot tub was really nice and was big enough for our whole family to sit in. We also liked using the fireplace in the evening, it really warmed up the place. I’m so glad it was daylight when we arrived because we got lost at first trying to find the place, but once we found it then we were good. We really had such a nice time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway!
Loved this place so much! Steps away from the river! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location, lovely home
The location was wonderful, adjacent to the Salmon River, and with easy access to Mount Hood and other nearby attractions. Nothing better than hearing the sound of the river. Hot tub was clean and worked great, and house was in good shape. Washer-dryer and grill worked well, and the house was otherwise well-appointed. SUPER-fast internet, too, better than what we have at home. On the negative side, the downstairs (main) bedroom bed sagged badly in the middle, and needs to be replaced, and the cleaning crew could have done a better job, but these are far outweighed by the positive. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Kirstin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful spot!
We enjoyed our stay at this rustic cabin. The neighborhood is quiet and We loved our river spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

David M.

Good location close to Mt Hood Resorts, but home fell short on expectations
Pros: Location, warm water, working appliances, clean kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms and Pet Friendly. Cons: Hot tub was filthy (water smelled, slime, green and when jets were run it circulated green dirty water) and unusable. HEAT - fireplace was awesome, but the provided wood was wet. We had to purchase our own for an additional $40. There is one other propane heater and another wall unit downstairs. Other than that, the portable heaters helped keep the place warm. Overall the place was dusty/dirty. It is in the woods, but if I was paying a management company I'd hope they dusted as outside of basics the home was dirty. The place was very difficult to find as the signs weren't marked for night entry. It took us more than 30 minutes to find the left fork needed to get down to the river cabin. It would be nice to have a brief description on how to find the home sent along with access information. We will not recommend or will not stay here again at the current price-point.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Laurie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Enjoyed the river and the quiet surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kari S., Kihei, HI

Liked: Cleanliness
Riverside bliss
We had a wonderful time enjoying the big fireplace, steps away from the river. Hopeful to reserve another trip at this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Times by the River
Thank you for this wonderful experience. The cabin itself is just beautiful. We loved every minute of it. We truly hope to return. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Sarah O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Papa Bear Cabin stay
My friends, husband and I enjoyed our stay at Papa Bear Cabin. The main room was cozy with a nice fireplace and plenty of wood; the kitchen was well stocked; and the beds and bathrooms were comfortable. (I must say that I would lose the slippery rugs.) The raging river just outside made it very nice as well, although I can imagine after a spring thaw, it might be a bit scary. Overall, a good experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021