Spacious and quiet mountain retreat in park-like setting

Mount Hood, OR, USA

About the property

Farmhouse2300 sqft
Bedrooms3
Sleeps8

Bathrooms2
Half Baths0
Minimum Stay2 nights

Peaceful & private 2 Bdrm/2 Ba Farmhouse on 2 1/2 acres, near Scenic Fruit Loop

Welcome to Middle Fork Ranch. Nestled in the upper Hood River Valley, you'll find a warm and inviting farmhouse ideal for family and friends. A perfect place to enjoy privacy in a casual and relaxed atmosphere. Walk or bicycle along the local roads and forested trails and enjoy dining al fresco as the sun sets on Mt. Hood.

Activities include exploring the 'secret' trails on the property, hiking along the rushing waters of the Middle Fork River, and strolling down Berry Road for stunning double views of Mt. Hood and Mt. Adams. While you sip your morning coffee on the porch, watch robins, ravens, quail, hawks, deer and hummingbirds roam the property. Downtown Parkdale is a quick 7 minute drive away, you’ll find a convenient grocery store, brewpub, delicious BBQ restaurant and ice cream for the kids. Just ten miles from the house, swim and fish in the crystal clear waters of beautiful Laurance Lake. Back on the ranch, relax in the shaded rope hammock, settle in an Adirondack chair on the grass for some stargazing, or swing in the tree swing. Horseshoes, croquet and badminton are available for some friendly competition. In fall, winter and spring, the fire pit makes for simple evening pleasures.

The garden's bounty supplies fresh organic berries and fresh herbs during the summer months of June, July and August. Ripe raspberries and strawberries are yours for the picking. Create a fantastic meal in our well-stocked kitchen while gazing out at forested mountain views, and pick some fresh herbs from our garden to enhance your feast.

In fall, enjoy the bounty of local orchards along the historic Hood River Fruit Loop. Taste heirloom varieties of nature’s most delicious pears and apples, sip fresh apple cider, and stock up on autumn harvest treasures.

The Middle Fork Ranch offers privacy and comfort with its accommodations. With 2300 total square feet and a living/family room both upstairs and down, there's plenty of room to spread out, engage in a variety of activities or enjoy some private quiet time.

The master bedroom is located upstairs and offers a queen bed; the adjacent bath has a pedestal sink and soaker tub/shower. Also situated on the upper level off the family room is the second bedroom. Ideal for adults and children alike, it has a comfortable queen bed and an oversized twin bunk. A loft, accessible through this second bedroom, has a double bed. The downstairs living room is a comfortable space that also doubles as a sleeping area with a queen sleeper sofa. The lower bath, with shower, accommodates the downstairs.

Owner

John Kennedy

Member Since 2012

Response rate:
90%

Response time:
within one day

Speaks:
english, french

Calendar last updated:
Dec 27, 2017

About John Kennedy

Two Portland families spent several long weekends at Middle Fork Ranch over a few years, loving the peacefulness and solitude, and daydreaming how awesome it would be to have a retreat like this. When the then-current owners unexpectedly needed to sell, they jumped at the opportunity of a lifetime to become part of this special place.

John Kennedy purchased this Farmhouse in 2015

What makes this Farmhouse unique

The wrapped porch offers the perfect indoor outdoor connection to the farmhouse and open space. Children play for hours, whether swinging from the willow tree, engaging in capture the flag on the open lawn, or walking the forested trails to the Middle Fork River. A short, scenic 20-minute drive to Hood River offers gourmet dining, wine tasting, shopping, water activities and more.

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Amenities

Internet
Pets Welcome
Air Conditioning
Heater
Satellite or Cable
Kids Welcome
Washer & Dryer
Parking
TV
No Smoking

Bedrooms

3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8

Bedroom 1
1 queen, Sleeps to the east; view of the night sky from the south
Bedroom 2
1 queen, 1 bunk bed, Great sleeping area for adults and children alike
Loft
1 double, A dramatic sleeping space perched above the family room
Downstairs Living Area
1 sleep sofa /futon, Queen sleeper sofa in lower living area

2 Queen size beds, 1 Bunk bed (Twin), 1 Double air mattress, 1 queen size sleeper sofa.

Bathrooms

2 Bathrooms

Soaker Tub / shower in upstairs bathroom

Location Type

Mountain View
A partial view of Mt. Hood is visible from the landscape and upstairs family room.
Rural

Meals

Guests provide their own meals

General

Linens Provided
Air Conditioning
Shaded by the wrap porch, the home remains cool in the warm summer months.
Hair Dryer
Heating
Radiant floor heat in kitchen and mud room
Internet
Iron & Board
Clothes Dryer
Living Room
The downstairs living area also serves as a private bedroom offering a queen sleeper sofa.
Parking
Maximum 4 cars during spring and summer months. Limited parking with additional snow fall, check with owner to confirm parking.
Parking Off Street
Towels Provided
Washing Machine
Wireless Internet

Kitchen

Kitchen
large farmhouse table seats 8, coffee maker, toaster, microwave, mixer/blender. All utensils for cooking full meals.
Coffee Maker
Dishes & Utensils
Dishwasher
Ice Maker
Cooking Utensils
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stove
Toaster

Dining

Dining Area
comfy seating for 8 people

Entertainment

Satellite / Cable
A Roku streaming player allows you to access Netflix, Hulu, HBONow, Amazon Video and many more channels (subscription information may be necessary for access to certain channels)
Books
Variety of children's book from classics poems to young readers
DVD Player
Foosball
Games
Selection of board games for ages 3-12,
Music Library
CD Player
Stereo
Television
(1) 32' upstairs in family room, 21' downstairs in living area
Toys
VCR
Video Library
Variety of family DVD's.

Outside

Bicycles
1 adult and 1 child mountain bikes for exploring the area
Deck / Patio
Lawn / Garden
Outdoor Grill

Attractions

churches
library
museums
playground
restaurants
winery tours

Leisure Activities

bird watching
horseback riding
horseshoes
scenic drives
sledding
walking
wildlife viewing

Local Services & Businesses

ATM/bank
groceries
hospital
laundromat

Sports & Adventure Activities

mountaineering
cycling
golf
hiking
kayaking
mountain biking
mountain climbing
fishing
rafting
sailing
skiing
snowboarding
tennis
whitewater rafting
wind-surfing

Notes

The property also features a barn with stable and pasture capacity for two horses. If you, or members of your group, need additional information please contact the owner to discuss. The property is near forested trails that are ideally suited for trail riding.

House Rules

Check-in: 3:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.

Location

Mount Hood, OR, USA

Middle Fork is within a mile of the scenic Fruit Loop. This 30 mile round trip drive offers a variety of fresh fruit stands and local wineries. A short 20-minute drive to Hood River offers shopping, gourmet restaurants, and a fun and exciting waterfront with windsurfing, kite boarding and stand up paddle boarding. Drive 40 miles east to the Maryhill Museum and you will find world class art. Featuring the largest Rodin sculpture exhibit in the US and a spectacular view of the Columbia River Gorge.

Rates & Availability

Additional information about rental rates

Cleaning Fee

$120

Pet Fee

$75

Tax Rate

9%

3 night minimum stay during summer and holidays listed below. Rates for the following holiday periods are $325 nightly, $1900 weekly: Spring Break, July 4th, Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year's. The year-round monthly rate (if available) is $3000.