Paradise on Private 15 Acre Wildlife Sanctuary

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Independence, OR

Linn County Expo Center25 min drive
Willamette Valley Vineyards27 min drive
Willamette University33 min drive
Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)96 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Main bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Craftsman cottage is on a private 15 acre wetland providing excellent views of a wide range of birds and other wildlife. French doors open to a deck and huge yard that meets the wetland and walking path around the ponds. Less than 2 miles from the house, enjoy kayaking and walking the Luckiamute Landing Trails at the confluence of the Luckiamute, Santiam and Willamette rivers. Relaxed open design, vaulted ceilings, queen beds, wifi, smart tv with Netflix, full kitchen and coffee bar.

Property manager

Kathryn

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Pool

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Quiet hours: 10PM - 10AM

The dock and area in front of the main house is private and not available to use.

No shoes in the house

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

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

About the area

Independence

Located in Independence, this vacation home is in a rural area. Monmouth Amphitheater and The Albany Brass Ring Historical Carousel and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wings of Wonder and Inspriation Garden. Traveling with kids? Consider Monteith District and Hackleman District. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

Independence, OR

What's nearby

Linn County Expo Center - 25 min drive
Willamette Valley Vineyards - 27 min drive
Enchanted Forest Theme Park - 28 min drive
Salem Riverfront Park - 33 min drive
Willamette University - 33 min drive

Getting around

Albany Station - 20 min drive
Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

Arby's - 22 min drive
Ankeny Vineyard - 18 min drive
Emerson Vineyards - 16 min drive
4 Spirits Distillery - 16 min drive
Buena Vista House - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Paradise on Private 15 Acre Wildlife Sanctuary pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

15 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

We cannot say enough about our stay. We came for a weekend of college baseball and bird watching and both were a total success. The house is beautiful, clean and exactly as shown online. The attention to detail and little extras (coffee syrups, snacks, binoculars, makeup pad removers) really put this above most other rentals we have stayed at. It is located on the most beautiful wildlife preserve with a deck overlooking a lake filled with wildlife. We saw baby geese, bald eagles trying to catch breakfast, wild turkeys, coyotes, deer, and so much more. We cannot wait to be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

CC A.

29 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So Homey and Amenities Galore

This place truly felt like home; like I was staying at a relatives home who thought of everything I might need. Not only was there everything from seasonings to shampoos, but there was complimentary snacks, champagne, and even fresh eggs! I was tickled about the eggs, the fire, the cozy fur pelt to snuggle with, and the really fluffy comfy bedding. It was more than I expected!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

26 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Cabin

I was in town to visit my brother and his family, so I didn’t spend much time onsite to maximize all the amenities; however, this was the best stocked places I have ever stayed. The host had coffee, tea, hot chocolate and all the extras to make the best hot beverage. She also had a cabinet with non-perishables available in case needed. There were eggs from their chickens available in the fridge. They had games, birdwatching guides, and lots of local recommendations for your visit. Very cozy place with lots of touches to make your time here relaxing. Outdoor seating was available. Would recommend for anyone seeking a peaceful spot to unwind.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

carrie h., Picayune, Ms USA

26 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Crown Jewel in a Bucolic setting.

Quiet and Quant! Beautiful inside and out. Free range eggs were a special treat. Plenty of room for 4 people. The pond outside was a beautiful view.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn L.

30 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4th Stay

Kathryn and Dee have made us feel so special each time we've come. We even had a coyote welcome us our first night on this trip. To having the lights on, the beautiful flowers and card, to the wonderful throws to snuggle under while watching the wildlfe and weather with the fireplace going. Hubby has enjoyed the coffee bar so much. We've already booked our 5th stay for next summer. Sincerly, D & M.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kathryn

We are a mother-daughter team who love traveling, camping, hiking, gardening and bird watching. Dee is a long-time residence of the area since relocating for love from Vancouver, Canada in the early 1950’s. Kathryn and her husband moved into the Anderson dairy farm almost 30-years ago. Over the years, Kathryn and her husband have been reclaiming the land back into the original wetlands from a soggy hay field. They planted trees and dug the ponds then waited while nature did the rest. Soon after the ponds were done, birds, frogs, fish, beaver, otter and other wildlife moved in. We love to watch the wide variety of activity on the 15 acres and look forward to sharing the experience with you.

Why they chose this property

We are centrally located 10-30 minutes from Salem, Albany, Corvallis, Independence and Monmouth and minutes from several hiking and kayaking/boating activities in a secluded area where you can relax and unwind from your daily activity.

The 900 sq. ft. Craftsman house is on a private 15 acre wetland providing excellent views of a wide range of birds and other wildlife. French doors open to a deck and huge yard that meets the wetland and walking path around the ponds. Less than 2 miles from the house, enjoy kayaking and walking the Luckiamute Landing Trails at the confluence of the Luckiamute, Santiam and Willamette rivers. Relaxed open design, vaulted ceilings, queen beds, Wi-Fi, smart tv with Netflix, HBO, Disney+, full kitchen and coffee bar.

What makes this property unique

The view from the deck and back yard provide closeup bird and wildlife viewing opportunities not found most places. In the spring, you can watch proud Canada Geese parents out with their Goslings feeding in the lawn and swimming in the pond. The evening brings out hundreds of Swallow's feeding over the pond. At night you will hear Coyotes howling and see owls silently hunting for their dinner.