McKenzie Riverside Retreat

Quiet riverfront retreat on the McKenzie River in the Willamette National Forest. McKenzie riverfront retreat on 2.5 private acres. This house sits directly on the bank of the McKenzie River in the Willamette National Forest. It's one minute from the lower McKenzie River trailhead, a 25 mile trail open to hiking and mountain biking, and is minutes to many other trails, lakes, streams, and other local attractions. Hoodoo Ski Resort is about 35 minutes away. The house is also within walking distance of a market and restaurant, which offers craft brew on tap and great food. The house is far off the road, private and quiet except for the sounds of the river. Kids and pets are welcome. The master bedroom features a king bed, an inflatable twin bed that pulls out from under the king bed, and a private bathroom. This room has its own door leading to the deck and the hot tub is just outside. There is a view of the river from the bed or anywhere else in the room. There are 2 queen bedrooms with views of large fir trees and 2.5 acres of private land with an open lawn, volleyball area, and more forest beyond. The family room features a large flat screen TV with a soundbar, blue ray player (many movies on disc provided), Netflix, Amazon, and other apps. Or bring your own TV device to plug into the HDMI. This room also includes two twin beds suitable for children, but not very comfortable for adults - so please take note of that. The house also includes an air mattress for 2 that can be used in the family room or living room. The living room is just 15 feet from the river and offers a full view through a wall of windows. There is ample seating with a sofa, 2 chairs, and a bench that seats 3. A wood pellet fireplace warms the room quickly on cold nights. The room also offers Bluetooth bookshelf speakers that can be controlled with any smartphone. There is a well-outfitted kitchen and dining area with table seating for 8 and views of the river. The laundry room has a sink and full-size washer and dryer, with laundry soap provided. There is a well-maintained hot tub on the bank of the river with unobstructed views of the water. A large grass area sits in the middle of the property surrounded by large fir trees and ferns on all sides. A sand volleyball court is beside the grass area, and a horse shoe area is beside that. The deck stretches most of the length of the house on the riverside and sits just 6 feet from the edge of the river and a small wading pool. The deck offers perfect views of the water. There is a gas BBQ under cover, just outside the kitchen. Fishing, hiking, biking, rafting and kayaking, boating on local lakes and reservoirs, skiing at Hoodoo resort. There are many places to explore in this area and we are still discovering new spots all the time. Guests have access to the house and the entire 2.5 acres, including riverfront access directly on the riverbank. We won't be around at the same time as our guests, but we work with locals who can help if needed. The house is in the Willamette National Forest in the McKenzie Bridge area. It is surrounded by forest and directly next to the McKenzie River, right in the riverbank. The private 2.5 acres includes parking spaces for 3-4 cars near the house and a couple more next to the driveway on the way in. Although this house is located far from a city, there is a public bus running all the way to the city of Eugene (it takes some time to travel that distance by bus.) Driving or cycling are the best ways to get around the area. Most pets are allowed but please ask first. There is a $25 pet fee.