8. 5エーカーホイッカスクリーク。 町から2マイル未満のプライベートかつ隔離されたまだ

My wife and I are based in Portland but we've been coming down to Sisters since we bought this place in 2006. We're outdoor people — hiking, fly fishing, that kind of thing — and the high desert just does it for us. Our two boys are grown now, and our English Lab Sammy (14 and still considers this her personal kingdom) rounds out the crew.

We respond fast, we keep the place stocked, and we're easy to reach if anything comes up. We know the property well and we know the area well — so if you want restaurant recs or trail suggestions, just ask. We've had a lot of returning guests over the years, which we take as a good sign.

In the mid-1970s, a group of 10 families purchased approximately 25 acres about two miles outside downtown Sisters, with the vision of creating a truly special environment. Lot sizes ranged from 2 to 10 acres, nestled in and around Squaw Creek—now known as Whychus Creek.

Originally built as a single-family residence on 8.5 acres, surrounded by towering ponderosa pines and aspen trees, the home served as a primary residence. By the late 1980s and early 1990s, it was sold to an Australian entrepreneur who fell in love with the region. Seeing the property’s potential as a bed-and-breakfast, he converted it into an 8-bedroom, 6-bath B&B and named it the Australian Outback.

The venture was short-lived, lasting less than five years, before the proprietor returned to Australia. In 1996, a couple from Bend purchased the property, continuing its life as a B&B and renaming it Aspen Meadow Lodge. For the next decade, it served loyal and consistent clientele who appreciated its charm and tranquility.

By 2005, after one of the owners passed away, the surviving spouse found the operation too much to manage alone and decided to sell. We purchased the property in January 2006, returning it to a single-family home and, eventually, a vacation rental for new and returning guests to enjoy.

Past stories and memories live on, captured in the two signs that remain with the property today—a small but meaningful reminder of its rich history.

WHERE TRANQUILITY MEETS ADVENTURE — THE PERFECT BLEND OF PRIVACY & CONVENIENCE

Nestled on 8.5 acres of serene high-desert land, Aspen Meadow Lodge is a premium retreat where nature and luxury seamlessly meet. Surrounded by groves of whispering aspens, towering ponderosa pines, and unobstructed views of North Sister, the lodge offers total privacy while remaining less than two miles from downtown Sisters.

The charm lies in its perfect balance of peaceful seclusion and resort-style recreation. In the cooler months, gather around the outdoor firepit to stargaze. In the summer, unwind in the backyard hammocks or head down to Whychus Creek. With advance notice in July and August, we can even arrange custom in-creek seating for the ultimate water-side "Happy Hour" experience.

Enjoy exclusive access to 1,500 feet of private creek frontage, challenge family to a match on your private pickleball court, or soak in the 6-person hot tub. For a uniquely Oregon touch, rinse off in our seasonal outdoor shower built right around a living ponderosa pine on the back deck.

Aspen Meadow Lodge comfortably accommodates a strict maximum of 8 guests (perfectly tailored for up to two families or four couples), offering intentional spaces to relax, play, and connect. Here, you never have to choose between deep tranquility and outdoor adventure — you get the absolute best of both worlds.