The Sandy River Ski House is located in a quiet and peaceful older neighborhood in Brightwood/Welches, within the shadows of Mount Hood. The property is located on the Sandy river. Many places to sit and relax among the beautiful tall fir trees on the property. You can hear the rushing river 200' from the house, only a short walk to the waters edge, easy to just sit and enjoy the river. This is a NO SMOKING property.
Summer hiking: Very easy driving to many excellent hiking trails surrounding Mount Hood.
Travel to Ski Bowl for summer fun on the Alpine Slide and other summer attractions.
Easy driving to all 5 Mount Hood Ski areas (Timberline, Ski Bowl, Mount Hood Meadows, Summit, Cooper Spur)
3 & 4 night minimum stays for Holiday Weekends, We welcome your pets, $40 fee per pet for your stay. Only registered guests are allowed in the house or on the property.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking, vaping in house or on porch, or decks.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Start laundry load in washer
Turn hot tub temperature to 99°.
Turn heat/cool off.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet hours for neighborhood is 9:00 pm, please respect our wonderful neighbors. All guests need to provide owner with full names upon booking.
No outside fires anywhere on the property at any time, includes next to river.
No Dogs on furniture or beds, must be leashed, no barking
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: This is a quiet and peaceful neighborhood.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Welches
Located in Welches, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. The Courses at Resort at the Mountain and Lower Bowl are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Salmon River and Salmon River Trail. Travelling with kids? Consider Mountain Sports and Rainbow Trout Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Timberline Lodge Ski Area - 26 min drive - 35.3 km
Multnomah Falls - 64 min drive - 81.1 km
Getting around
Portland International Airport (PDX) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
Dragonfly Cafe & Bakery - 2 min drive
Coffee Brewsters - 2 min drive
Barlow Trail Roadhouse - 3 min drive
Naan N Curry Mt. Hood - 2 min drive
Chicali Cantina - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Sandy River Ski House, Pets Welcome, NO SMOKING. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Sandy River Ski House, Pets Welcome, NO SMOKING.?
As of 27 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandy River Ski House, Pets Welcome, NO SMOKING. on 6 Apr, 2026 start from S$304, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Sandy River Ski House, Pets Welcome, NO SMOKING.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sandy River Ski House, Pets Welcome, NO SMOKING.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sandy River Ski House, Pets Welcome, NO SMOKING.?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Sandy River Ski House, Pets Welcome, NO SMOKING. located?
This family-friendly Welches holiday home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Salmon River and Mountain Sports. The Courses at Resort at the Mountain is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house in immaculate condition. Everything was clean and in Great condition! The hot tub was one of the cleanest I’ve seen.I really appreciated the large collection of books and DVD’s the host had and that there is a TV and dvd player in every room!
e Always love coming here. The house and yard are always super clean. It's great to be able to bring our dog with us. The hot tub is perfect right off the master bedroom. Warm down comforters on all beds. Firewood for a cozy fire. Quiet location with easy access to the mountain. David is a great helpful host.
We loved the location and had a great time enjoying the river out back. The house is near great hiking and restaurants. David was very communicative and easy to work with.
Plenty of room both indoors and out for our family of 5 plus two four legged friends. Lots of living space, a well stocked kitchen and a short walk down to a gorgeous river. Host was friendly and readily available to ensure a smooth visit. This cabin was a perfect home base for adventures on Mt. Hood!
This cozy cabin in the woods is spacious, quiet has many places to walk to including the Sandy River.It is a short walk to a secluded cove. We had the best time and David is the best host! He made sure we had everything we needed and then some. We loved this stay and we will miss it.
We enjoyed a relaxing holiday getaway at the Sandy River Ski House. Just a short drive from the Portland metro area but a world away in terms of peace and quiet: just the sound of the wind in the trees and the gentle waters of the nearby Sandy River. The house is equipped with all the amenities you may need and is easy to find off the main highway. Overall, a great place to unwind, unplug, and connect with nature
Wonderful Rental! Sparkling Clean. Super nice hottub, right off the Master suite. Shady/Sunny places to sit around the quiet yard, meadow and river. Lots of extras. Host had great recommendations. What a sweet retreat.
Sandy River Ski House was perfect for our family's stay in the area. We were so delighted with the outdoor space and ate most of our meals at the picnic table and spent a good deal of time relaxing by the private access to Sandy River. The location of the house was so convenient to Thriftway and several eateries and coffee shops as well as all the places we wanted to explore - Mt Hood/Timberline Lodge, Old Salmon River Trail and Trillium Lake were a few of our favorites.The beds were comfortable, the hot tub was very clean, the house was well labeled and David was extremely helpful with recommendations and answering any questions I had. Highly recommend!
We had such a great stay here! Super clean and comfortable. We all felt at home right away. The hot tub was clean and toasty, simply splendid. This was great in the evening after a long day of hiking. We loved the nature path down to the river area. The down comforters were super cozy, and mornings with coffee on the front porch and birds singing… couldn’t ask for it better. Quiet, relaxing, and just a really beautiful place. Highly recommend!
We had a wonderful time, and the cabin is very clean and inviting. The short walk to the river and proximity to great hikes make for an ideal location.
We stayed for a week and had a lovely time. Hotub was great after skiing and was cleaned and serviced while we were there. Beautiful trail to the river.
Just overall an excellent spot.
Lots of Room, Clean, comfortable and great location
The Sandy River Ski House is a great place to stay while exploring the Mt. Hood area. The place is large, very comfortable beds, a good hot tub, kitchen is good and the outside area is very nice. The house is very close to restaurants, groceries, and many really good hikes. I would recommend this place and would stay again when in the area.
What a beautiful stay. We loved the hot tub and the clear partial awning to view the night sky while listening to the river sounds. This place is great! Frosty mugs in freezer. Super clean. Really nice furnishings. Excellent new mattresses. Sleep number bed in master. Plenty of kitchen "stuff" for cooking. A sweet yard to sit in. The cool meadow down back, and an excellent spot by the river. Great host.
A quiet neighborhood, a lovely home with lots to do, a wonderfully well put together vacation home. The hot tub was great and the host was easy to communicate with and allowed us a late checkout which was the perfect compliment to our weekend. He even ordered snow for our stay and the fireplace made lovely ambiance. We loved all the games and cozy blankets and beds and we'd love to come back.
Marian H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Archival
8/10 Good
Sue M.
27 Jan, 2017
nice cabin
We stayed 3 days for a ski outing with 5 adults, 1 toddler and 1 dog. The lodging is roomy and comfortable. it's not fancy, but in a great location.
Sue M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2020
The location of the house is wonderful for river access, local hikes and a quick ride to the ski areas.
Comfort and coziness is important after a day out in nature. Thanks for renting. David
Every detail was thought out. Very comfy beds. Fireplaces are a plus as well as the hot tub. Detailed instructions made it so easy to check in and out. Highly recommend this place !
The place was in perfect condition, impeccably clean. Great location! Convenient to many things in the area!
Tod W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2020
Tod excellent guests. Come back soon
About the host
Hosted by David j Comerford
Hi, I have owned a vacation home for the past 35 years. I enjoy having my wife, adult son and our friends share our lovely home with us. We are outdoor enthusiasts. We love to ski, raft, hike, backpack, swim etc.. Friends love to join us at the Sandy River Ski House for fun, relaxation, sitting around the fireplace and in the kitchen making yummy meals.
Why they chose this property
It is next to the river (200') with easy access to all the fun stuff to do on Mount Hood. Just a short 50 minute ride from Portland and we can be sitting on the porch sipping tea and listening to the sounds of the river through the large fir trees.
What makes this property unique
The house is situated in an older quiet and peaceful neighborhood. There is easy access to the main road for all your summer or winter outdoor activities.
Languages:
English
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