Check out this cute studio a few blocks from beautiful downtown Independence. The studio is a renovated historic 1895 Victorian home called The Hedges House and is perfectly located to enjoy everything Independence has to offer. Enjoy the 4th of July celebration that passes through Independence or the peaceful park that is a few steps away.
-YouTube search "The Hedges House" for a glance. -NO SMOKING anywhere on the property. -Please note that the property is still a work in progress. The yard is not pretty yet.
Property manager
Oscar Cardenas
Premier Host
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet friendly
Parking available
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Pets allowed: less than 20 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the neighborhood
Independence
Independence is home to this apartment. Bush House Museum and Union Street Railroad Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sarah Helmick State Recreation Site and Baskett Slough National Wildlife Refuge. Inspriation Garden and Pfaff Park are also worth visiting.
Independence, OR
What's nearby
Western Oregon University - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
Salem Hospital - 19 min drive - 18.9 km
Salem Riverfront Park - 19 min drive - 20.9 km
Willamette University - 19 min drive - 21.2 km
Willamette Valley Vineyards - 22 min drive - 22.9 km
Getting around
Salem Station - 20 min drive
Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
āŖMcDonald's - ā¬12 min walk
āŖChase Bar & Grill - ā¬6 min walk
āŖRookies Sports Pub & Eatery - ā¬3 min drive
āŖFro-Zone Yogurt Co. - ā¬13 min walk
āŖCarl's Jr. - ā¬3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Hedges House - Studio pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.
What time is check-in at The Hedges House - Studio?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Hedges House - Studio?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Hedges House - Studio located?
Situated in Independence, this apartment building is steps from Independence Historic District and Pioneer Park. Mountain Fir Park and Independence Public Library are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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The location and size of room was great. Decorated nicely. Quiet at night. Loved the Halloween decorations. The refrigerator was not clean and had leftover creamer. It also needed to be defrosted. There were some recycled bottles not removed from previous person. The shower had nice tiling, but could use a curtain inside the bathroom so everything doesnāt get wet. I real door for the bathroom would be nice for privacy. We would prefer having a hand towel holder on the wall or something higher up. We really liked the RF key card and we are considering getting one. The bed was pretty firm, which was not our preference. Better exterior lighting on the driveway would be nice. The price was excellent. One last note, the driveway is on 7th street. We passed it the 1st time.
My Sweetheart and I, along with our furbaby stayed here for almost a week. The location is awesome and gave us the opportunity to stay in a small town (lovely walkable main st) while being 60-90 min to family in all directions. The studio was clean and exactly as Oscar described. Very comfortable and private. We loved the coffee that was provided. Oscar was kind as I had questions about the booking (Iām a newbie). He was quick to respond and communicated very clearly. We loved our stay and would return. Thank you, Oscar!
Cute little rental. Property is still a work in progress as they are renovating whole house into rental properties but it did not interfere with our stay. Would stay again.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The hedges house was super nice for a little studio. We spent the week with my son and daughter seeing the sights in Independence.. The trolley was super nice to have available so we did not have to drive everywhere. We enjoyed the quietness of being in our space with no one above or next to us like in a hotel. Oscar was quick to respond with our concerns. Check in and out was simple. Did not hear much traffic even tho it's on a main road. The only suggestions we had were a bathroom door( has a curtain but that doesn't keep the sounds out.)š and a shower grab bar cause it's a huge walk in shower that could get slippery. Amenities were as described
Would stay here again next time we visit.
Like Oscar says in the review he's working on the outside. It's very overgrown but wasn't there for the view. We needed a place to sleep. Very close to be able to watch sons college baseball game. The room was great. Had everything we needed for one night.
Oscar was fantastic. I would use this little cottage again.
My wife and I came to Independence from out of state for two weeks for the birth of our granddaughter. Oscar was great with communications and Catherine was the perfect hostess.
We will definitely stay here when we travel west again.
We enjoyed the private parking right by the door. The studio apartment was clean and the shower was large. in a nice quiet neighborhood we would go there again.
The studio is at the back of a property which has a sign stating "Beware" at the front entrance with another sign which said "Haunted House". Not exactly the most inviting thing for a VRBO property.
I messaged the host three times asking for clarification on check in procedures once we arrived. I never heard back and the door to the property was locked when we arrived.
We stayed elsewhere.
It was a cute studio and comfortable bed. The owner was very quick with communication when I had questions.
The only thing I would mention as a drawback is that the bathroom does not have a door, just a curtain. Fine for us but if one needs more privacy it might be nice to have.
We really enjoyed our stay! Very clean and comfortable
Jan N.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Oscar Cardenas
Hello!
My name is Oscar and I am a local small business owner that is trying to restore a historic home in Independence. If you need anything or have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out!
Why they chose this property
Great and safe small town with many summer events. Spring brings wonderful flowers. The property is located a few blocks from downtown and only a few steps from a nearby quiet park.
What makes this property unique
This historic home is in the process of being renovated. It was built in 1895 and has been redone completely while attempting to keep its charm.
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests