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UO 8 blocks, Visit your Duck for Thanksgiving Weekend, Full Kitchen, Comfy Beds

Family-friendly holiday home in Eugene

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Terrace/patio
Lots of pillows and throws for maximum chill time.
Private kitchen
Room
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Eugene, OR
  • Place, University of Oregon
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hayward Field
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Autzen Stadium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Eugene, OR (EUG)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

UO 8 blocks, Visit your Duck for Thanksgiving Weekend, Full Kitchen, Comfy Beds

Welcome to Sunshine House! Just 8 blocks to UO and Hayward field. Come visit your Duck student (or student to be!), cheer on game day, or enjoy a quiet, family-friendly retreat. Walk to coffee shops, eateries, and parks. It’s the perfect home base while you’re in Eugene.

ARE YOU A UNIVERSITY OF OREGON PARENT?

We'd love to welcome you for Duck Days, IntroDUCKtion, Parents' Weekend, move-in day, a Duck game (pom-poms provided!) or even graduation! Come and connect with your kiddo. Your student will feel like home here–and so will you!

SWEET DREAMS FOR EVERYONE!

The bedrooms are suited up with super comfy mattresses, cotton linens, fluffy comforters and duvet covers with extra blankets and pillows.

---BEDROOM 1---

-Ahhh, the king bed!
-Walk-in closet
-Extra king pillow and blankets
-Iron and ironing board
-Luggage racks
-Black out curtains for sleeping in
-Touch lamps with chargers

---BEDROOM 2---

-Double/full size bed
-Shelving & baskets
-Extra pillow and blankets
- Luggage racks
-Black out curtains for sleeping in
-Lamps with chargers

---SECTIONAL SOFA BED (living room)---

-Pop in the ottomans to make a long double bed
-Mattress pad and protector for extra cushiness
-Fluffy queen duvet and cover

FULLY STOCKED KITCHEN + DINING AREA

The kitchen is ready for you to prepare delicious meals. Or not! We have paper plates for take out, too :-)

There is NO dishwasher, but a sweet view of the grassy backyard and tea roses in the summer when you wash up.

-12-piece cookware set
-Dishes and flatware for 6, plus chopsticks!
-Drip coffee maker, French press, electric kettle
-Baking sheets, cake + muffin pans, mixing bowls
-Blender, hand mixer, toaster
-Charcuterie board, wine glasses
-From can opener to lemon zester - utensils!
-Plenty of coffee, teas, cocoa
-Your dining table seats 6 for meals or game night


FOR FAMILIES WITH LITTLES

-Children’s dishes, flatware, bibs
-High chair (that converts to child chair/table)
-Pack n’ Play with extra memory foam mattress and extra sheets
-Bassinet/diaper changing pad for babies (fits into Pack n’ Play)
-Soft puzzle floor mat for play areas
-Games, puzzles, wooden trains, blocks
-Story books and cuddle blankets
-Bath toys
-Night lights

FOR MOMS + DADS OF LITTLES

-Fully-fenced backyard with toddler kick ball to ensure better sleep
-A hallway door that separates living area from bedrooms so you can watch a late night movie
-Two big parks with playgrounds-3 blocks
-Excellent running trails to get your own wiggles out - 1/2 mile
-Did I mention coffee?!

LIVING ROOM + CHILL ZONE

-Pop the ottomans (ottomen?) into the sectional so everyone can put their feet up!
-50” Roku HDTV with YouTube TV for tons of channels, movies and shows
-Login to your streaming apps like Netflix, Hulu, Prime, etc
-Electric fireplace with a timer
-Books and games

RELAX OUTSIDE

Come in the spring for tulips galore, the summer for lilacs and lilies, or the fall for mums and cabbage.

-Covered front deck that runs the length of the house for morning coffee and the sunrise
-Covered back porch for sipping and savoring the sunset
-Table and chairs for backyard meals in the summer

SQUEEZE IN SOME WORK

-Dedicated work desk with 3-way/charging desk lamp
-USB A&C and DC plugs, extra cords for your devices
-Pens, pencils, tape, paper clips and scissors if you want to play office

GETTING TO THE GAME OR TRACK EVENTS

UO is in the BIG 10 and, of course, this is TRACKTOWN USA!

-University of Oregon + Hayward Field + Jan Sanders Softball Stadium>9 blocks easy neighborhood walk

-Autzen Stadium>2.4 mile walk through neighborhoods, the university, and over the Autzen bridge that straddles the beautiful Willamette River.

-Matthew Knight Arena>1.5 mile stroll through neighborhoods and the university. (There's food and coffee on the way)

EATS & ADVENTURES in LESS THAN A MILE

-Thai cuisine, pizza, upscale Italian, fresh Mexican food, McMenamins Pub, best ice cream ever at Prince Pucklers!
-Sundance Wine Cellar (tastings Friday and Saturday, 4 blocks)
-Albertsons grocery, Natural health food store, convenience store
-New YMCA with pools, classes, childcare and all the machines
-Amazon Outdoor Swimming Center (summer)
-Laurel Wood Golf Course and pub
-Live theater at Very Little Theater
-Beall Hall Music at the University
-Running trails
-Tennis courts
-Bike path
-2 public parks with play structures and seasonal restrooms

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WANT TO EXPLORE THE CITY?

If you're heading downtown, most things are a 10-20 minute drive, bus stop 3 blocks

NEED SOMETHING NATURIFIC?

There is plenty of hiking close by with our fabulous Ridgeline Trail System.

NEED A RECOMMENDATION?

I've lived in Eugene for over 20 years, graduated from the U of O, raised a family here and have had a great time running and racing in the area. I am happy to steer you to good food, good fun, and family-friendly places. We also have….

-In-home Guest Guide Book with recommendations
-Online Guest Guide
-Our info kiosk with loads of brochures, maps, visitor guides, winery and eatery listings, UO info, museums, and lots more!

EASY ACCESS HOME

-The carport keeps you dry coming and going
-Driveway for 2 cars, ample free street parking
-Easy, secure home access with a Smartlock.
-Well-lit driveway and porch lights for night time arrivals

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Whether you're catching a game, visiting family, or hanging out with coffee on the front porch while your student tells you about their classes and new friends, I invite you to book Sunshine House--your home base to relax, connect, and explore Eugene together!

xo
Laura
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet hours are between 10:00pm - 8:00am
Kitchen: Please wash all dishes used and leave in the drying rack.

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 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

About the area

Eugene

Amazon, a neighbourhood in Eugene, is home to this holiday home. Shelton McMurphey Johnson House and Owen Rose Garden are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Willamette Daisy Meadow and Meadowlark Prairie. Travelling with kids? Consider Museum of Natural and Cultural History, or check out an event or a game at Autzen Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Eugene, OR

What's nearby

  • University of Oregon - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Hayward Field - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Hult Center for Performing Arts - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Matthew Knight Arena - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Autzen Stadium - 6 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Eugene Station - 11 min drive
  • Eugene, OR (EUG) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sundance Natural Foods - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Prince Pückler's Gourmet Ice Cream - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Agate Alley Bistro - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is UO 8 blocks, Visit your Duck for Thanksgiving Weekend, Full Kitchen, Comfy Beds pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at UO 8 blocks, Visit your Duck for Thanksgiving Weekend, Full Kitchen, Comfy Beds?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at UO 8 blocks, Visit your Duck for Thanksgiving Weekend, Full Kitchen, Comfy Beds?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is UO 8 blocks, Visit your Duck for Thanksgiving Weekend, Full Kitchen, Comfy Beds located?

This family-friendly Eugene holiday home is located in Amazon, within 1 mi (2 km) of Amazon Dog Park, Amazon Trail and Rexius Trail. University of Oregon is 1.3 mi (2 km) away.

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ally F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Clean, great location and easy communication with host. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joretta S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful. Everything was sparkly clean and very comfortable. There was all that you needed and more for a stay away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stay often in Eugene (my hometown) in VRBO. This place was the best! Private, so well done inside and out. Clean, so easy to check in/out. Our host was instantly available. Will hope it is available when we come next spring.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laura is a pleasure to communicate with!! The house was clean, comfortable, and there were lots of little touches that made it feel cozy. Laura does a great job thinking about her guests and anticipating what they might need to make their stay wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding experience and property. Host communication and attention to detail was outstanding. No details were missed. Property was spotless and excellent touches with amenities. One of the best VRBO stays I’ve had.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed staying here. We arrived to find our house in a quaint neighborhood with a beautiful yard. We enjoyed the neighborhood so much that we walked to Autzen Stadium for the football game. Laura is friendly and informative. Checkout was easy. I will definitely stay here again when we return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful long weekend to watch the US Track and Field Trials at Hayward Field. Sunshine house was the perfect place for our trip. Clean, Quiet, provided everything we could have asked for and more. Thank you Laura for being an amazing host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

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

Perfect Home Away From Home

We've stayed at this home twice and we love it! I can't think of a single thing that didn't meet our expectations, and more. Laura is very easy to communicate with as well. We hope to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

corinn w.

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

My home away from home

I love this cozy property. The location is great and the host provides the perfect amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Great place!

Very cozy home, nice comfortable bed, well supplied kitchen, had absolutely everything we needed! Definitely will return!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allene P.

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

Great stay

This was one of the best VRBO we’ve stayed in. Lots of little touches and anything you would need provided, including coffee, cream, sugar and filters, which is huge!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas V.

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

Wonderful Stay

We loved staying here with our family. The location was excellent for small kids. Also ...This is how all VRBOs should be outfitted! So many thoughtful touches were put into the stay. I was so satisfied with our experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

corinn w.

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

Favorite property

I alwaysvlove my stay at the sunshine house. Whenever I work in Eugene I always select this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Stay was perfect

Everything about our stay was perfect! I plan to vome back for future work trips!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Great for families

This house was great for our family as a home base for our trip to Eugene. We have a 4 month old and 2 year old and the house was safe and well-equipped for them!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Visiting our Ducks

We came to Eugene to visit our ducks and celebrate one of them turning 21. This sweet home was perfect for us and allowed me to cook meals for my kids, who were a very short distance from this property. We will definitely book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

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

Clean, comfortable, and convenient

Accessible and responsive host. Cute, clean, and comfortable space. So much better than a hotel/motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sunshine House is wonderful! This place is the cozy home that we were hoping to find for our week in Eugene visiting relatives. Everything is fresh and clean, including the paint and soft carpeting. The kitchen is well stocked, the beds are first rate and the towels are plush and new. And surprisingly, even on 90 degree days, the A/C and fans kept the house cool and welcoming.We could tell that our host, Laura, truly enjoys making people happy. She really anticipated our needs and added thoughtful touches throughout the house to make our stay special. In addition, she had lots of recommendations for local restaurants and was quick to respond when we asked for beach towels to take to the ocean.All in all, my sister and I had a lovely stay and will definitely book this house again when we are in the Eugene area.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Great second stay!

This is our second time renting this house from Laura. She’s great, as is the house. We have a 2.5 yo and an 8 mo and Laura ensures that the house is a safe, welcoming place for our family. The Sunshine House is at the top of our list for all of our visits to Eugene!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Cute and comfortable

The house was very clean and comfortable. The host went out of her way to make sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. There were lots of small touches that made it feel like a true home away from home. I would highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

lawrence l.

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

Lovely

Visited UO for my sons birthday. Cold and rainy, but the home was warm and welcoming. Lots of details to make you feel comfortable. Made dinner in a nicely stocked kitchen which included coffee (!). My son just walked over from school. Nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindy L.

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

Sunshine House Eugene

We loved our stay here. The house is so lovely and cozy. It’s in an ideal location, where you could either walk or take a short drive to everywhere in Eugene. The host is very nice and responsive. She thought of everything for our stay. Lastly, this was seriously the cleanest rental we’ve ever stayed in. It was spotless. I highly recommend and we will definitely be back. Thanks Laura!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole J.

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

UO Move-in

A great home base while moving our son into college. The house is clean, comfortable and the thoughtful extras made it feel like home. Communication with owner is easy and clear. We hope to stay again many times while our son is a Duck.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wow!!

This property is well maintained and the host has truly thought of everything. We were in town to visit our son at U of O and it was delightful. I was able to work remotely without a problem. The house has so many wonderful amenities and was truly cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Fantastic stay for U of O prospective student!

We needed a comfortable place to stay to do a U of O, Ducks Day tour and check out Eugene from a locals' perspective. Laura's home is perfect and cozy and she knows what she is doing. This was one of our best VRBO stays, not because it was the largest or most luxurious, but everything you need is there, perfectly cozy, comfortable and well organized, and every detail has been thought of. Laura's communication with us was spot on, and she was always a step ahead of us in our stay... We were grateful for such a hospitable home to stay in after long days of touring the campus and local area. Thank you again, Laura. Go Ducks!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Laura

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I’m so happy to call Eugene my home and thrilled to be sharing Sunshine House with you! My husband, Bill, and I have owned the house since 1997. We met in our early 30s and spent our sweet, early married years there, then moved to a larger house to start a family. Our hearts belonged to the Sunshine House, so we kept it to rent to students, families, and now, travelers like yourself.

The First Peoples in this area were the Kalapuyans. They moved around the countryside to collect and preserve local foods, including camas plants. Eugene Skinner and other settlers arrived from the east around 1846 in what they soon dubbed "Skinner’s Mudhole." You can visit Skinner’s grave site (and many other historical figures of Eugene) along with a field of beautiful camas flowers that bloom in early summer just a few blocks to the east at the Eugene Masonic Cemetery at the corner of East 25th Ave & University Street. We highly recommend a walk through the beautifully-kept forest and walkways.

Our home was born in 1938. This area of Eugene was home to dairy farmers and our house was one that welcomed many families of farmers over the years.

We hope you have a wonderful time exploring Eugene, enjoy relaxation and sanctuary in the private yards and patios, get a chance to hear the birds outside the windows, and, even on the rainiest of rainy Eugene days, find rays of warm light at Sunshine House.

Why they chose this property

Quiet, yet close to all the action of University activities, it is an easy walk to coffee, groceries, parks, and running trails. I love taking a jog through the neighborhood with friends and peaking in the many little free libraries on the way home.

What makes this property unique

Our home is nestled back from the street with a sweet front yard surrounded by lilacs, bay, rose bushes, and photinia. The long, covered porch that stretches the length of the house is the perfect spot for watching the sunrise and sipping morning tea.

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