Location: McMinnville, Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA (1 Hour from Portland, 1 Hour from the Pacific Ocean Beaches) View Map
Accommodations: Apartment, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
Keywords: Large, bright, independent apartment attached to owner's country home.
Enjoy a change from your fast-paced life. Relax in a quiet, country setting that is close to the vibrant town of McMinnville and the village of Carlton.
Separate entrances, and back deck under large walnut tree to enjoy an outdoor meal. Easy driveway parking next to a shady flower garden.
The refrigerator and pantry are stocked with breakfast foods, coffee, assorted teas for your use. You may also enjoy a complimentary bottle of our local wine.
Beautiful, warm furnishings with bamboo flooring, in large kitchen and living room, complete with books, television, movie library, games, wi-fi, and piano. Queen-sized bed, built-in sink and vanity, chair, CD player, and built-in cabinets and drawers in bedroom.
Six goats and two alpacas in the pasture will entertain you from the large sun-drenched windows. Can you identify the native birds from the busy feeders? Pick a bouquet of flowers or herbs from the garden for your dinner table. Lounge on the deck to read a book and admire the views. Enjoy a relaxing country walk.
A large tree house and swinging bridge offer an unusual adventure for children and adults. What a great location from which to sip your morning coffee or afternoon wine! You have full access to all the gardens, porches, orchards and views around the apartment and main house.
Your hosts, Sally and Ron, are a friendly, well-traveled couple who hope you will feel right at home. (They also respect your privacy.) Check out our reviews! We have many return guests.
The McMinnville area is an hour away from the pleasures of Portland and the thrill of the Pacific Ocean. Hiking, fishing, and wading in the nearby Nestucca River is a pleasure on hot summer days.
Just a 8-10 minute drive to McMinnville's popular Third Street, Thursday Farmer's Market (summer), and Saturday Public Market (all year). McMinnville is home to Linfield College, Evergreen Aviation Museum with IMAX theater and water-park, and excellent restaurants, wine bars, community theater, and boutique & antique shops in the historic old town.
More than a hundred vineyards and wineries surround the region. Check out the new wine scene in nearby Carlton. Also nearby is the Lafayette Antique Mall. You will delight in the local festivals in the surrounding communities throughout the summer.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Throughout apartment
- Linens Provided : Linens, hair dryer, shampoo, soap provided
- Washer : New front-load washer in unit, laundry soap provided
- Dryer : New front-load dryer in unit
- Off Street Parking : easy driveway parking, next to front door
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : off street
- Wood Stove : Small, electric "wood stove" for extra warmth and atmosphere
- Beds
- Queen Bed : new mattress, sink and vanity in bedroom
- Convertible Bed : comfortable, queen-size (7" mattress) sofa bed with linens
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite) : New flat screen, high definition, 8 channels
- DVD
- Video Library : variety of movies, documentaries, old and new
- CD Player
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Roomy, bright full kitchen: stove, oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, toaster oven, coffee-maker, coffee-bean grinder, microwave. Visiting chefs have loved all the counter space.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Pots/pans, dishes, cutlery, linens, spices, coffee, tea assortment. Everything you need for gourmet cooking.
- Refrigerator : Refrigerator and pantry are supplied with your choices of your favorite breakfast foods and drinks. We also offer a complimentary bottle of local wine.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Outdoor, Weber gas BBQ Grill. Gas supplied.
- Deck/Patio : Just outside back door of apartment is a large deck with table, chairs, umbrella, lounge. View of tree house, swinging bridge, flowers, and countryside.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Adult-sized tree house in huge, black walnut tree, with two tree-decks, and swinging bridges. Flower garden, orchard, and pasture to explore. 13 acres of countryside with goats and alpacas.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : one level, ADA doorways and toilet
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : one level
- Kid Friendly : Children are welcomed! Basketball hoop in driveway, treehouse, goats and alpacas.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 21, but children welcome with parents
- Smoking Not Allowed : may smoke outside
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- One hour drive to gorgeous beaches on the Pacific Ocean. Hike along the Nestucca River or try your luck at fishing. Haag Lake is nearby for swimming, boating, fishing. Wine-tasting and lovely countryside with more than a hundred nearby local wineries in Yamhill and Willamette Valley wine country! Evergreen Aviation Museum and Water-park. Portland activities are just an hour away, too.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Regular ....... $150/night (up to 4 people)
Longer Stays .. $135/night (3+ nights) .. $795/week
No extra cleaning fees or taxes. Rates include breakfast foods and drinks.
2 night minimum.
Will negotiate rates for longer stays, especially from November through April.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Wine Country Living, Close to Town. Breakfast Foods Included!
Why the Owner Chose McMinnville
Sally is a native Oregonian. She lived in Portland during her young adulthood, and hoped to raise the children in a more rural area.
McMinnville, 33,000 po., has been perfect. And the countryside is just plain gorgeous!
One of our friends dubbed our place Low Heaven Farm. It stuck -- and we have to agree that it IS "heaven on earth."
The Unique Benefits at this Apartment
We love our country living, while still being close to town. Sally continues to expand the orchard -- it now has 34 varieties of apples, 8 plums, 5 pears, 4 cherries. Ron relishes his time on the tractor, and he just added 24 solar panels so the apartment's electricity needs are now supplied by solar energy.
Owner's Map of McMinnville
Your hosts are Ron and Sally. We've raised our three children here since 1988, and they're now all young adults.
We're not yet retired, but able to do some of our work from home. We're friendly, casual introverts. It has been great to meet a wonderful variety of people from all over the country.
Property Photos
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- Living room & dining area with spring view to eastern sunrise. - McMinnville Vacation - Apartment with Wi-Fi Internet
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- Bright, open floor plan of kitchen and living room. - McMinnville Vacation - Apartment with Wi-Fi Internet
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- Kitchen sink, looking into the spring, shade garden. Kitchen with island. - McMinnville Vacation - Apartment with Wi-Fi Internet
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- Toward bedroom on right, & entry with piano alcove on left. Sleeper sofa.
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- Dining area, looking out to the back deck.
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- Queen-sized bed. Sink and vanity are at the right, lower corner of photo.
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- Bedrooom with sink and vanity.
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- Newly remodeled bathroom with shower.
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- Treehouse in summer. Right outside your living room window.
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- Winter view of treehouse with Ron on the bridge.
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- Shade garden in summer. Small table and chairs for afternoon tea.
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- Back deck from the swinging bridge.
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- Flower gardens around our home. June, when the lupines were in full glory.
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- Front porch of our home. Guests are encouraged to sit a spell!
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- Pasture to the east. Guests visiting the animals!
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- Western view, late summer. Catch the sunset from beneath the apple trees.
Traveler Reviews (38)
Just Beautiful!
Guest: Willoughby
(Portland, OR)
Date of Stay: 10/30/11
Review Submitted: 11/15/11
My husband and I stayed here over a weekend and it was by far one of the nicest places we have ever stayed. It was clean, comfortable, and had a beautiful view. The owners were welcoming and took time to explain where everything was located, gave restaurant recommendations, and when our grandchildren stopped by, took everyone out into the pasture to meet and feed the goats. It was a wonderful experience and we totally recommend it.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children.
Amazing!!!!
Guest: Lu
(WA)
Date of Stay: 10/28/11
Review Submitted: 11/02/11
I have stayed in many rentals troughout the USA and this was by far the most welcoming. Sally and Ron were gracious hosts and accomodated our every need. The apartment was delightful, clean and well stocked. Information about the area and restaurants far exceeded our expectatuons. Every comfort you could imagine was waiting for us. The many windows allowed for plenty of sunshine, beautiful views and the birds were fascinating to watch. I hope to come back soon and spend more time relaxing and enjoying the surroundings of this beautiful place. The wine tasting was fun but just being here was so well worth the trip to McMinnville. Thank you so much.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
Superb Apartment in a Restful Setting
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/29/11
Review Submitted: 10/04/11
We recently traveled to the McMinnville area on a business trip, and chose Sally and Ron's property for our accomodations. Being VRBO owners ourselves, we probably have a more critical eye than most guests - but there is nothing here to criticize! This darling little apartment is fantastically clean, airy and bright - pleasing in every way. The bed and linens were luxuriously comfortable, and the little extra touches throughout evidence Sally and Ron's desire to make you feel special. Even though it is attached to the main house, it is very private and your privacy is respected. We would highly recommend this property to anyone who is considering it.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.
wonderful weekend
Guest: Meredith
(Texas)
Date of Stay: 09/02/11
Review Submitted: 09/21/11
My friends and I had an excellent time at the rental home. There were fresh flowers and a stocked kitchen when we arrived - Sally was incredibly accommodating. The treehouse and large windows overlooking the garden were such a treat. It's close enough to wineries and shopping and scenic countryside, but also close to Portland and/or Salem for day trips. Our visit to McMinnville was a short, busy stay but we absolutely recommend this rental and will certainly keep it in mind for future visits!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, families with young children.
Relaxing and Calming Atmosphere
Guest: Fourcampnuts
(North Bend WA)
Date of Stay: 08/24/11
Review Submitted: 08/28/11
Our stay here for three nights and four days was very different from previous visits to McMinnville. Such gracious hosts, and a pleasant experience compared to staying in one of the local hotels. Personal touches and thoughtfulness are everywhere, inside and out. From fresh garden flowers in almost every room, to a bottle of wine waiting on the counter, we couldn't have felt more comfortable. A stroll down to the fence may grant you the sight of a goat or two, and a climb into the treehouse will treat you to a feast of flowers and birds below. Very clean and well kept with appropriate bedding for the time of year, as well as a large and well stocked kitchen. This home also works well for anyone that has difficulty with stairs, (although accessing the grounds may be a bit more difficult) . My husband walks with a cane and found great joy in the fact that the access is ALL one level, and the shower is wide with a low step-in. And finally, this was a difficult trip for us, as we were leaving our daughter behind to attend nearby Linfield College. Staying here helped us adjust to the area that will become her home for the next four years. Thank you Sally and Ron, once again. It was a treat, and we hope to be back again. And oh, yes..... The jam was "Heavenly"!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Garden Green Oregon Oasis
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/15/11
Review Submitted: 07/15/11
We made our way through the Portland sprawl along commercial corridor (Hwy 99) to McMinnville. A short ride from this Willamette Valley artery, the scenery changed to rolling hills dotted with farms, vineyards, flora and fauna; the quintessential, breathtaking agrarian landscape that surrounds this piece of paradise. How thoughtful that our gracious hosts should choose to welcome and share this beautiful, tranquil, comfortable and fully equipped space with a multitude of satisfied and lucky explorers. We took in the beautiful garden, green space, old growth trees and pasture, not really caring what we might find when we were welcomed and oriented to our new "home" by Sally. Our living space was impeccably decorated, warm, immaculately clean and welcoming; framed by picture windows that allowed the breathtaking nature, views and gardens to lull us into the serenity we were so desperately seeking. What we did not anticipate was the stellar attention to detail that our hosts provided in preparation for our arrival and for the enjoyment of our entire stay. We have stayed in many VRBO accommodations and none prior have anticipated and delivered on the needs of the guests like Sally and Ron. An assortment of breakfast foods were provided through the use of a pre-visit questionnaire that aligns the guests’ preferences with what is generously provided. The same is true with regard to either guest assistance or privacy. Valuable reading materials, maps, brochures and a notebook of recommendations served as a guide to the very best of McMinnville and environs. The kitchen was well equipped for those seeking to gather the many agrarian treasures of the valley in exercising their culinary talents. When you bring yourself to leave the homestead; Main Street McMinnville is home to a wonderful farmer's markets, galleries, a great bakery (Red Fox) & The Oregonian's 2011 restaurant of the year (Thistle). We can attest to the recognition and were enamored with the chef/owners commitment to "locally grown" and the artistry and creativity present in the restaurant decor and in the innovative and delectable menu offerings which captured the essence of the all that is gathered and grown in the Valley. We vow to return to this oasis which provided us with the essential characteristics of time well spent - nature, harvest, kindness, creativity, care and compassion. The people of the Valley are truly special and their pursuits worthy of recognition & replication!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Excellent Lodging in Beautiful Wine Country!
Guest: Amy V.
(Perrysburg, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 07/29/10
Review Submitted: 07/04/11
We had the pleasure of staying with Sally and Ron for 2 nights at the end of June 2011. The apartment was up to date, very very clean, and more than comfortable. The winery resouces provided were perfect for the 4 of us to plan our winery weekend trips at night and it was the perfect place to come home and crash at night. The food that was provided for breakfast was wonderful and the tree house was such a nice and relaxing way to end the night overlooking the beautiful countryside. Sally and Ron were so attentive in planning our trip and during our stay. They truly thought of everything and really made you feel at home. I only returned home today and have already passed along their information to my parents and a couple friends. We had a great time and wouldn't hesitate to go back in a instant! Thank you for a wonderful trip!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children.
Guest: Dave, Julie, and Peter
(McMinnville, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 05/31/11
Review Submitted: 06/23/11
Thanks for another great stay! Enjoyed the garden and tree house. We didn't bring the sun with us this trip, but enjoyed the sun breaks. Will re-schedule our cancelled fishing trip and return to your paradise soon.
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Guest: Maryann, Joan, David
(McMinnville, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 05/27/11
Review Submitted: 06/23/11
Thank you so very much for another wonderfully relaxing and rejuvenating stay here at your "Low Heaven Farm." It was perfect in every way. Mom and I had a chance to explore new parts of the valley and coast, and Dave and I really set afar to Bend, Sisters, and the Cascade Range as well as Forest Park in Portland. With each visit my appreciation for the land and people of Oregon increases. And it is very special to get to know both of you, and Maya, better each visit. Again, many thanks for a fabulous stay -- it's hard to leave! Happy gardening -- the peonies are waiting!
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Guest: Patti, Joyce, Poppy, and Chris
(McMinnville, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 04/24/11
Review Submitted: 06/23/11
Thank you for a delightful stay in your wonderful accommodation, Sally. You've made our girlfriend getaway quite comfortable and relaxing! We had such fun. The tree house and animals were wonderful, and we look forward to coming back again to experience everything in bloom!
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