Vacation Rentals by Owner

Perfect cabin in the woods

Guest: Susan (Portland, OR)
Date of Stay: 03/09/12 Review Submitted: 03/12/12

Bon Fir Cabin at the foot of Mt Hood is the quintessential cabin in the woods. If you are looking for a quaint mountain cabin experience, with all the amenities and comforts of home that doesn't smell musty and wet, look no further. With its roaring wood stove, and cozy four post bed, and charming claw foot tub it was the perfect getaway for a weekend in the woods. Nicely appointed with rustic cabin flare addedctovthe experience. Less than 20 minutes to sking, snowshoeing, and the village of Government Camp, Bonfir Cabin is a convenient home base for all your winter adventures. It is equally welcoming if you want to snuggle up by the fire with a good book or to listen to the endless collection of vinyl and board games. Also, one of the few homes in the area with a hot tub to soothe your tired legs from a day on the mountain. I have scoured the vacation rental sites and Internet searches, this is the the one.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Bon Fir, one beautiful, charming retreat!

Guest: kc (White Bear Lake, MN)
Date of Stay: 09/14/11 Review Submitted: 10/03/11

What a gem of a cabin. The pictures and location were the selling point for us and we were not disappointed in any way. Martin has created a wonderful retreat for visitors, with all the amenities, including a hot tub for weary hiking muscle to recoup in. Great bed too. We absolutely loved our stay and would have liked at least one more night before heading to the Oregon's coast. Bon Fir's location is an ideal base for hiking, exploring around Mt Hood and the Columbia River area and there are numberous little restaurants to try, like the Zig Zag Inn, Skyway BBQ, Still Creek Inn. We would highly recommend Bon Fir to anyone looking for a romantic cabin in the woods. Thanks Martin.

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

The Bon Fir Exceeded Our Expectations!

Guest: kc (Portland, OR)
Date of Stay: 03/12/11 Review Submitted: 03/13/11

We arrived for a one night stay and were impressed with this beautiful little cabin in the woods within ear shot of the ZigZag River. The cabin is beautifully appointed, clean, and warm. The hot tub was set into a deck that wrapped around the entire cabin and had a lovely view of towering fir trees and the backyard. We will definitely be returning for another stay!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Great Little Spot!

Guest: Sheila (Maryland)
Date of Stay: 09/25/10 Review Submitted: 10/11/10

Bon Fir was all it claimed to be and more! We used it as a base to explore the entire Mt. Hood area and the Gorge. The photos accurately reflected the amenities and appearance; it was clean and clearly well cared-for. The owner was prompt and thoughtful in our email exchanges. During our stay, we enjoyed meals at the Timberline Lodge, Skyway Restaurant in Rhododendren and a surprisingly delicious lunch at the Cascade Locks Visitors Center. We spent one evening listening to the owner's collection of old 78 records ~ good, relaxing fun. As a city-slicker, I confess to some misgivings as we drove into the cabin along two single lane dirt roads ~ but once we walked in the door of Bon Fir, I was relieved and felt completely at home. I would highly recommend this place.

Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful, charming cabin. Great experience.

Guest: Nate (Portland OR)
Date of Stay: 05/05/10 Review Submitted: 07/19/10

This cabin is in a prime location for exploring the Mt. Hood area with good proximity to hiking and skiing. It's quite reasonably priced considering the more expensive and less appealing condo-style lodging a few miles up the road in Government Camp. It is well kept but retains an old-time charm with the fireplace and stove. The owner gave us great directions to get there, and even helpfully pointed out that GPS would be wrong. I'd definitely recommend staying here if you plan to visit Mt. Hood for any reason. And also definitely be sure to visit the Skyway restaurant/bar/lounge about 1/2 mile down the road when you are here. We've stayed twice in two years, and we'll definintely be coming back!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Gaironn and Marcus
Date of Stay: 12/07/09 Review Submitted: 12/06/09

What Gin? Looked all over to no avail. Wonderful time away, thank you for making such a lovely retreat. We had great dinners, relaxing soaks and many hours curled up on the sofa reading. We cant wait to return.

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Guest: Beth
Date of Stay: 11/19/09 Review Submitted: 11/18/09

Thanks for a great stay at your cabin. It is a beautiful place and obviously well cared for. Whats up with the gin? Some kind of social experiment? We were tempted!! OWNER COMMENT: I accidentally left my "owners cabinet" unlocked and there was a bottle of Tanqueray inside. It seems to have caused quite a stir with the last two guests. Rest assured guests will never be charged for consuming anything that is left out, but I do appreciate your integrity in replacing the Gin with a new bottle. The "social experiment" was unintentional, but you passed nonetheless. Thanks.

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Guest: Janet and Adam
Date of Stay: 11/19/09 Review Submitted: 11/18/09

Wow- Somebody was really thinking when they put this place together! We walked in and went nuts. (I cant get over how cool the oven/stove is!!) But the capper was listening to all our all-time favorite records on a record player, Brilliant. Another nice touch: the gin. But we were afraid to drink it... :) When we get home were converting all our walls and ceilings to this home-sy wood. Delightful!! And I won't even get started on how zesty the bouncy bed was... Thank you

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Guest: Kristen and Josh
Date of Stay: 11/08/09 Review Submitted: 11/07/09

We had a great weekend. We went for a hike up Hunchback Mountain (it was snowing at the top), soaked in the hot tub, sat by the fire, and had a relaxing time. You have a nice little place.

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Guest: Kyle and Janea
Date of Stay: 10/12/09 Review Submitted: 10/11/09

I celebrated my 40th birthday here at the Bon-Fir. A nomadic weekend with the love of my life. A crackling fire, steamy hot tub, walks in the forest, vinyl records of Fleetwood Mac and Carly Simon. It is as if this cabin was custom tailored for just us! This has been the best birthday weekend of my life! I cannot thank you enough for creating this peaceful place.

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Guest: Karl and Karen
Date of Stay: 09/27/09 Review Submitted: 09/26/09

Lovely Place! Thanks for making it available at the last minute. Great way to spend our 17th anniversary!! We did a killer hike from Timberline to Paradise Park (killer for us being out of shape as we are) then has a drink at the lodge and back to a soak and fixed dinner. Today some fishing and now back in kids and craziness in PDX.

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Guest: Ryan and Lauren
Date of Stay: 09/26/09 Review Submitted: 09/25/09

Thank You! The cabin was nice and cozy. The was a great way to spend the last few days of our honeymoon. We like your taste! God bless and thanks again!

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Guest: L & R
Date of Stay: 09/20/09 Review Submitted: 09/19/09

Amazing stay, we loved the cabin and hot tub. Great weekend to fall in love.

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Guest: Chris and Kathy
Date of Stay: 09/19/09 Review Submitted: 09/18/09

We enjoyed our stay, hiking at Mirror Lake and on the Gorge ride. The Skyway was a fun place to eat. Friendly. We made use of the fireplace and the hot tub. Very relaxing and the cabin was well equipped and snug. Hope we can come again!

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Guest: Adam and Joanna
Date of Stay: 09/06/09 Review Submitted: 09/05/09

We had a great time staying at the cabin - everything we could have wanted was provided. When the rain kept us inside we got great use out of the fireplace, record player and games. We also enjoyed making use of the large kitchen (and all that was provided in it). We loved our stay.

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Guest: Danielle and Teddy
Date of Stay: 08/29/09 Review Submitted: 08/28/09

This place is AWESOME! I am originally from OR but came back and brought a friend. And the fact that you don't know where this place is until you book it is great, but it turned out this cabin is only 2 blocks from the house I lived in growing up here! Brought back great memories!

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Guest: Todd and Jaydine
Date of Stay: 08/23/09 Review Submitted: 08/22/09

From Ramona Falls to Bald Mountain, from Mirror Lake to the Paradise Park Loop, this place is wonderful! Our calf muscles would have been twice as sore without a hot tub soak and comfy bed to come back to. Great Cabin! It's the perfect getaway from city life. (The website photos don't do this place justice)

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Guest: Natasha
Date of Stay: 08/17/09 Review Submitted: 08/16/09

Cozy, serene, comfortable. Very nice little getaway for myslef. Thank you so much. I'll be back! Mirror Lake and the Tom, Dick, and Harry Mountain were great. Thanks for recommending it on your website.

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Guest: Michael Margie & Saige Gough
Date of Stay: 08/11/09 Review Submitted: 08/10/09

This was a great getaway from the Texas heat of over 100 everyday for the past 30+ days! This cabin is very cozy & had everything we needed! Was pleasantly surprised to find that our laptop had a connection! Very comfortable bed. Only one thing I would suggest for the shower, a rack up high to hold shampoos etc. We went on nature walks through the woods, was great! Enjoyed the cabin a lot!! Thank you!

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Guest: Claudia & Hubertus
Date of Stay: 08/01/09 Review Submitted: 07/31/09

Great cabin, everything you need for a quiet, relaxing time! We enjoyed our stay very much. The bed is super comfortable after a days hike.... P.S. No shortage of forks either!

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Guest: Chris & Beckie
Date of Stay: 07/19/09 Review Submitted: 07/18/09

What a great way to spend out 19th anniversary. Very relaxing and restoring. Thanks for sharing.

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Guest: Jen & Scott Lehr
Date of Stay: 07/08/09 Review Submitted: 07/07/09

We needed a getaway to de-stress & get some R & R. Bon fir was Super Cozy - we went on some nice hikes, cooked a few fabulous meals, soaked in the hot tub(!) and got plenty of sleep. The Skyway is VERY GOOD - the BBQ tofu, mac & cheese, & beets are highly recommended. A few missing items that might have made the stay even better: deck chairs, bedside lamps, cheese grater. All in all a very nice getaway. Owner Comment: We now have deck chairs and bedside lamps. I'm still working on getting a cheese grater... :)

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Guest: Angela & Elbert
Date of Stay: 06/19/09 Review Submitted: 06/18/09

We celebrated our 4th anniversary and had a wonderful time! The cabin is cozy and we enjoyed the hot tub. Even though there were showers throughout the weekend we were able to still go on a couple hikes. Ramona Falls is beautiful! Thank you for sharing your cabin; it is a nice weekend get away!

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Guest: Meredith & Steve
Date of Stay: 05/25/09 Review Submitted: 05/24/09

Two New Yorkers in a row! We loved the overall feel of the cabin, rustic & natural yet adorned with modern conveniences. The cedar smell was very welcoming + the decor was perfect. It was a great place to spend memorial day weekend & my birthday.

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Guest: Pamela & Lee
Date of Stay: 05/15/09 Review Submitted: 05/14/09

Thanks a lot for a great stay. The Skyway restaurant is THE BEST. Make sure you get the Mac N Cheese.

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Guest: Shelley and Cody
Date of Stay: 04/23/09 Review Submitted: 04/22/09

We had such a great time in this beautiful cabin. Thank you!

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Guest: Angela
Date of Stay: 03/26/09 Review Submitted: 03/25/09

We made a snow lady-bug in the backyard, but you can hardly tell what it is now. It is so peaceful and calm. You might want to check the microwave. I really enjoyed the down quilt. It was like sleeping on a cloud. Thank-you so much for a cute and cozy place to stay! Your cabin is a nice place to come visit to get away from the bustle of Lake Oswego. Sincerely, Angela Owner Comment: We have a new microwave that works!

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Guest: Daryl, Shelley and Angela
Date of Stay: 03/26/09 Review Submitted: 03/25/09

The Snowbuggy out back says hello - and goodbye! This cute little place is nice to come back to when you are all wet and tired from tubing at Mount Hood. The best part is that it's so close! In the time that we were here there was not a lot of snow but we enjoyed it all the same. After all, it is March!

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Guest: Willie and Jizelle
Date of Stay: 03/20/09 Review Submitted: 03/19/09

This is our first trip to Oregon and this place fits every image we could have stirred-up. Large firs, crackling fire, snow, cozy couches, delightful nights, and a hot tub (Bonus!). Perfect winter-wonderland experience for us. Thank you for keeping your cabin open. P.S. Loved the vintage feel!!

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Guest: Jessie
Date of Stay: 03/15/09 Review Submitted: 03/14/09

We had a great time. Very relaxing and comfortable. One suggestion - curtains might be a good idea. We felt a little open and exposed at night. Owner comment: That is a good idea. We now have curtains!

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Guest: Pamela Harmony
Date of Stay: 03/12/09 Review Submitted: 03/11/09

The few days I've spent here at the Bon Fir were some of the most peaceful and relaxing times I've had in a long time! This was a much needed refuge from Portland's "big city" life. So quiet it has been and very easy to unwind.

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Guest: Tiffany & Pete
Date of Stay: 02/15/09 Review Submitted: 02/14/09

We traveled all the way from Philadelphia to enjoy your cozy cabin! The mixture of skiing, reading, and sitting in the hot tub was a perfect combination. This was our first vacation together - lets hope all future vacations will be as great as this one.

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Guest: J and S
Date of Stay: 02/05/09 Review Submitted: 02/04/09

Bon-Firbulous!! Great access to Mt Hood and other winter delights. We will return one day to your wonderful cabin.

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Guest: Rick and Tami
Date of Stay: 02/02/09 Review Submitted: 02/01/09

We celebrated our 25th anniversary here and had a great time. Very peaceful, cabin is lovely.

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Guest: Robert and Christina
Date of Stay: 01/19/09 Review Submitted: 01/18/09

What a lovely time- you have created a warm home w. everything a worn out couple could hope for. We leave rested and refreshed.

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Guest: The Knotts? and Ouchs
Date of Stay: 01/10/09 Review Submitted: 01/09/09

Your cabin is warm like cinnamon and friends. We smile, we play, we laugh. The fire is warm and cuddles our souls. Thank you!

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 12/26/08 Review Submitted: 12/25/08

This little cabin is a bundle of joy!

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Guest: Glenda and Rick
Date of Stay: 12/24/08 Review Submitted: 12/23/08

What a beautiful place here! Watching the snow fall through the window panes made me think of Christmas movies. We enjoyed our first Christmas together and hope to return again someday. Merry Christmas. We are going to embark on hot tubbing in snow. Brr. :)

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Guest: Jason and Sara
Date of Stay: 11/10/08 Review Submitted: 11/09/08

Your cozy cabin was like warm apple pie. We travelled so far but it was well worth the trip for your steamy forest- fresh hot tub! We recommend the green lakes organic ale at Skyway. Thank you SO much!

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Guest: Shawn and Andi
Date of Stay: 10/29/08 Review Submitted: 10/28/08

What a beautiful place to celebrate our 2nd anniversary! I only wish we could have stayed longer!

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Guest: Val and Rege
Date of Stay: 10/11/08 Review Submitted: 10/10/08

We had a perfect weekend here! Thank you!

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Guest: Cyndi, Don, and PJ
Date of Stay: 10/05/08 Review Submitted: 10/04/08

We had such an awesome time here in The Bon Fir!!! We actually came here for a snowboarding trip, but the weather is all rainy and foggy… So ended up cancelling the whole thing and stayed in this little cozy place and hang out for the whole weekend. WHICH was one of the best weekends we ever had. Starting a fire was kind of a challenge for us (never had to use one back in Cali). We wished the weather to bright up a bit, so we could enjoy a breakfast on the lovely porch. Oh well, it was still a perfect weekend getaway.

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Guest: Barrett and Molly
Date of Stay: 09/18/08 Review Submitted: 09/17/08

We absolutely loved our time spent at the cabin! The scenery was beautiful, the hot tub was relaxing, and the accommodations were fantastic! Bon Fir was the perfect place to spend our honeymoon in the Northwest! Thanks for everything!

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Guest: Sandy
Date of Stay: 08/26/08 Review Submitted: 08/25/08

A perfect respite! I loved having the cabin to myself for a few days, and then sharing it with family. It’s cozy and yet spacious at the same time. So wonderful to be able to really relax and also take advantage of the beauty of the area (we managed to get some hiking and biking in between the rain!) Fabulous hot tub too! Thanks so much!

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Guest: Angela Parkinson and Gary Keeney
Date of Stay: 08/10/08 Review Submitted: 08/09/08

Such a beautiful place… so peaceful and relaxing! We loved it. And… we got engaged! Thanks for a wonderful weekend getaway.

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Guest: Aaron and Christina
Date of Stay: 08/07/08 Review Submitted: 08/06/08

What a perfect little spot you have here away from the hustle and bustle of the big city! Thanks so much for such a relaxing, wonderful time. The location and weather and everything else was just perfect, an ideal place from which to explore the Mt Hood wilderness. We are so glad to have spent our vacation relaxing at this wonderful location!

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Guest: Denise Codlury and Ruhl Burrows
Date of Stay: 07/29/08 Review Submitted: 07/28/08

We had a wonderful time at the Bon Fir! Very restful getaway and thoroughly enjoyed this sweet little space. The classic Pacific NW weather of sun - drizzle - clouds - rain - sun allowed for fantastic hikes as well as hours being lost in books and magazines on the cozy sofas and lovely porch. We loved coming home to the inviting space that graced us with the infusion of cedar smell upon entry to the cozy cabin, as well as the hot tub that was super relaxing and soothing. We wished we could stay longer but felt that this space fully optimized our little break from our professional lives in Hawaii and Seattle. We hope to return someday and we will be recommending the Bon Fir to friends and family.

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