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Serendipity Cottage--3 blocks from downtown Joseph.
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Living area
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Joseph, OR
  • Wallowa Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Wallowa Lake County Park Public Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Wallowa Lake State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Escape to your cozy 2-bedroom cottage near Wallowa Lake.

In the center of Joseph lies a quaint two-bedroom house that provides a warm refuge for your upcoming trip. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by the warm glow of the fireplace, inviting you to unwind and make yourself at home. The fully stocked kitchen is perfect for whipping up delicious meals, with a stove, oven, refrigerator, and all the necessary appliances and utensils. Enjoy your culinary creations at the dining table, or step outside and fire up the grill for an al fresco dining experience.

When you're ready to explore the great outdoors, the property's convenient location puts you just a 4-minute drive from the stunning Wallowa Lake and an 10-minute drive from the beautiful Wallowa Lake State Park. Spend your days hiking, fishing, or simply soaking in the breathtaking mountain views. Back at the cottage, you can unwind with a good book, listen to music on the stereo, or challenge your loved ones to a game night.

What you'll love:
--Two bedrooms with excellent mattresses and bedding (king, queen).
--Fully fenced yard with private deck with excellent mountain views and comfy deck furniture.
--Cozy living room with fireplace
--Fully stocked kitchen
--Washer/Dryer
--Smart TV and Wifi
--Outdoor fire pit

Property manager

Stephanie Anderson Stroup
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Joseph

Located in Joseph, this cottage is in the mountains and on a lake. Stein Distillery and Wallowa Lake Tramway are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wallowa Lake and Iwetemlaykin State Heritage Site. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Joseph, OR

What's nearby

  • Maxville Heritage Interpretive Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Wallowa County Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Wallowa Lake - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Wallowa Lake County Park Public Beach - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Wallowa Lake State Park - 13 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Pendleton, OR (PDT-Eastern Oregon Regional) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Terminal Gravity Brewing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Arrowhead Chocolates - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Red Rooster Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Range Rider Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cloud 9 Bakery & Deli - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Adorable Mountain View Cottage w/ Huge Fenced Yard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Adorable Mountain View Cottage w/ Huge Fenced Yard?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable Mountain View Cottage w/ Huge Fenced Yard?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Adorable Mountain View Cottage w/ Huge Fenced Yard located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Wallowa County Museum and Valley Bronze Gallery & Foundry. Maxville Heritage Interpretive Center and Iwetemlaykin State Heritage Site are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelly N.

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

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My husband and I stayed for a long weekend of snowmobiling. The host had a wonderful information book with everything we could think to ask about. The house was just as described, the bed extremely comfortable. Plenty of room to relax in this cozy cottage. Absolutely would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian P.

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

Perfect stat

Cottage is just as advertised… quiet neighborhood close to everything. I was in town for the Sled Dog Race and it was very convenient being close to everything. Very comfortable beds! Hope to be back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This house was perfectly equipped, spotlessly clean, and comfortable beds. Great for a weekend in Joseph and you can walk anywhere in town. Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place, great location

Excellent views from the deck. Really comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Perfect place for a long relaxing weekend

The perfect spot for a long weekend. We enjoyed the fireplace, the first snow of the season, and the view of the mountains. It was a short walk into town. Very convenient. Also loved the fenced yard for the dog. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James E.

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

Getaway weekend

It was a quick trip to Joseph. We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

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

Serendipity Cottage

We love staying at Serendipity Cottage! We come back every year.It is clean, comfortable and our home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B.

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

Fantastic getaway for hiking dog lovers!

My dog Sherpa and I hiked, relaxed, and thoroughly enjoyed this lovely comfortable cottage in Joseph. Gorgeous views, a huge fenced yard, and all the amenities, including a bathtub for soaking weary limbs after epic hikes into rugged wilderness. An adventurers paradise, especially for dog lovers. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

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

Mama + kid quality weekend

Great stay to spend a little one on one time with my kid.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy D.

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

Perfect in every way

My husband and I traveled to Joseph with our dog. The house had everything we needed. The yard was perfect for our dog and the neighborhood was fun to explore. The kitchen was very well stocked and the living room was very comfortable. The gas stove warmed the place completely. The bedroom was great with lots of storage for our things. We can’t wait to return in the summer and enjoy the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Cute house, great location

Nicely furnished and equipped small house. Great location for exploring Joseph and surrounding area. Owner was very responsive to requests. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wesme P.

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

Great time

It has been such a great opportunity for me and my family to stay over 4 nights.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clarence S.

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

Love this place!

Very nice people to work with. 3rd year staying here for our anniversary. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen and Jacqueline C.

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

Lovely cottage

Have never been to Joseph.. Home was well equipped with everything we needed Yard was great for our dog who loves Frisbee. Plenty of room.to play The ysrd had 5 deer when we arrived . They seem to hav
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky L.

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

Cozy Bungalow

Serendipity Cottage was absolutely lovely! Clean, welcoming and very well appointed, we had a fabulous visit in the breathtakingly beautiful town of Joseph.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

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

Great family vacation!

So glad we went! Joseph, OR is a hidden gem. So much to do and see. All the outdoor fun you could want. This little 2 bedroom cottage was just right for our family and dog. Close to downtown, places to walk the dog around, and a fenced in spacious back yard. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tami W.

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

A great little cottage

Once again we had a wonderful stay at the Serendipity Cottage. Super clean, well equipped and close to everything. Our poodles love the big, fenced yard. We had a minor issue with the TV and the coffee maker and Adam and Stephanie both came by and got us set up. They are excellent hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

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

Nice relaxing stay

This was a great place to stay for the week with my wife and two Shiba Inu’s. Great location and Joseph was a blast. Stephanie was so welcoming to us. We cherish our vacations and this was just what we needed to decompress from very demanding jobs. We also celebrated our 20 year wedding anniversary while we were here. Our dogs loved the backyard and hanging out with the deer. Thank you for a great experience! Jeff and Christa
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

5 Stars!

Super clean little house, walkable to downtown, owner was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tami W.

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

Sweet little house

Great vacation home. Super clean, well equipped with everything you need. Great for families and pets because it has a fully fenced yard and a deck where you have a partial (but excellent) view of the mountains. Perfect location easy walk to Joseph’s cute little downtown. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

shirley s.

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

Nice.

The house was as described. Perfect for my fur babies except the fencing is too wide for my little Chihuahua. He was able to get out
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise P.

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

perfect spot

My husband and I and dogs went to Jospeh to hike and have a quick getaway. The house was perfect for us! It was clean, cozy, great location to hike and go to the lake. We were also able to walk to town. Our dogs loved roaming the big yard after a long hike. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah H.

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

A perfect spot to take in this charming town!

We had a wonderful week in this sweet little cottage that has a way of taking you back in time while meeting all of the basic needs, along with plenty of little touches of modern and care from the hosts. Stephanie and her husband arrived with snow shovels to clear out the driveway upon a heavy snowfall, and her communication was top notch! Great people who love what they do. Looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Jerald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It needs to have central air and access to local TV
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice T.

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

Nice place to stay in Joseph

We came a bit early in the season - most things open up Memorial Day weekend. But for our first time to the area we really enjoyed the scenery & it was great having a comfortable place to stay. Appreciated the kitchen items although we didn’t cook. The closest grocery store is in Enterprise. Embers Brewhouse was a great place to eat. My husband loved the fries with his Traeger-grilled burger.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Anderson Stroup

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Stephanie and Adam are avid outdoorsmen that love to hike, ski, camp, mountain bike and otherwise play outside. We can usually be found out on trail with our fuzzy buddies, Sara & Finnie.

Why they chose this property

We first started visiting Joseph in 1998 when a previous coworker offered to lend us her cottage for the weekend. It was during that weekend that we first fell in love with Joseph and the amazing Wallowa Mountains. Over the years, we continued to travel to the area to hike, camp and ski and became serious about purchasing a home there in 2011.

In 2013, after diligent house hunting, we found a house that we felt good about and prepared to make an offer. On the way to her office to write the offer, our real estate agent insisted we see one more house that we originally refused to look at because it was out of our price range. Upon setting foot inside the house, we instantly recognized it as the little cottage my coworker lent to us back in 1998! Needless to say, it was serendipitous--meant to be! And that little house, OUR house, is the one that we are excited to share with you.

What makes this property unique

We chose to purchase in Joseph, rather than Wallowa Lake because we like the easy access to amenities like restaurants and shops, and we like the sunshine! The homes in the community of Wallowa Lake are tucked right up against the mountain-side, making the days feel shorter and cooler once the sun goes behind the mountain. Where ever you choose, this neck of the wood is amazing. We think you'll love it here!

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