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10/10 Excellent
Erin M., Portland, OR
7 Apr, 2010
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Thanksgiving Escape: 8+ Acre Waterfront Home w/ Mountain Views & Pickleball Fun!
Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 83200 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Shibui Spa
- Place, Aspen Lakes Golf Course
- Place, Peterson Ridge Trail
- Airport, Redmond, OR (RDM-Robert's Field)
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Downstairs Guest Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Main Floor Guest Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Main Floor Guest Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Downstairs Guest Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Main Floor Full Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Master Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Thanksgiving Escape: 8+ Acre Waterfront Home w/ Mountain Views & Pickleball Fun!
Welcome to Aspen Meadow Lodge – Your Private Oregon Escape!
Nestled in a large aspen grove just under two miles from downtown Sisters, Aspen Meadow Lodge sits on 8.5 acres of serene privacy. This 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath, 3,200 sq. ft. retreat comfortably hosts up to 2 families or 4 couples (max 8–10 guests) and offers a true four-season getaway.
Nature & Wildlife
Step onto the meandering path to 1,500 feet of private Whychus Creek frontage. Summer fishing is incredible—bring your 3-weight rod! Wildlife abounds: deer, wild turkeys, and even a resident neighborhood peacock roam the property year-round. In 2025, we partnered with PGE and ODFW to plant nearly 16,000 steelhead smolt, helping restore the creek for future generations.
Fun & Relaxation
In spring 2022, we added a private pickleball court tucked behind the barn, surrounded by aspens and ponderosas. In fall 2025, the back deck was expanded, a 6-person hot tub installed, and a one-of-a-kind outdoor shower built around a towering ponderosa was added (available late spring through early fall). Whether you’re soaking in the hot tub, rinsing off in the shower, or enjoying a game of pickleball, there’s something for everyone.
Comfortable Accommodations
Main Floor: Master king bedroom with private bath & hot tub access; two queen bedrooms sharing a full bath
Lower Level: Queen bedroom with private bath and direct outdoor access
Kitchen & Dining: Fully equipped kitchen; dining room seats 8 (expandable with extra leaf)
Entertain & Enjoy
The spacious back deck (summer & fall) is perfect for wildlife watching or mountain views. Fire up the large gas grill—it can cook 2 racks of ribs, 6 burgers, and 8 bratwurst at once! Extra propane is stored in the garage.
Four-Season Adventures
Spring & Summer: Hiking, biking, fishing, river trips, Three Creeks Lake, Tam McArthur Rim
Fall: Leaf-peeping, crisp mornings, wildlife spotting
Winter: Skiing at Hoodoo or Mt. Bachelor, snowshoeing, cozy fires, magical snow-covered scenery
Winter Season Check-In/Out Flexibility
During the 2025–26 winter season, we’re happy to offer more flexible check-in and check-out times. Instead of the standard 11 AM checkout, guests are invited to linger into the early afternoon on their departure day—subject to availability. Whether you’d like to enjoy one last soak in the hot tub, a leisurely breakfast, or a final stroll along the creek, we’ll do our best to accommodate your schedule whenever possible.
Important Notes
Aspen Meadow Lodge is not available for weddings or large gatherings. Maximum guests: 8. HOA rules enforce a $5,000 fine for violations.
Nestled in a large aspen grove just under two miles from downtown Sisters, Aspen Meadow Lodge sits on 8.5 acres of serene privacy. This 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath, 3,200 sq. ft. retreat comfortably hosts up to 2 families or 4 couples (max 8–10 guests) and offers a true four-season getaway.
Nature & Wildlife
Step onto the meandering path to 1,500 feet of private Whychus Creek frontage. Summer fishing is incredible—bring your 3-weight rod! Wildlife abounds: deer, wild turkeys, and even a resident neighborhood peacock roam the property year-round. In 2025, we partnered with PGE and ODFW to plant nearly 16,000 steelhead smolt, helping restore the creek for future generations.
Fun & Relaxation
In spring 2022, we added a private pickleball court tucked behind the barn, surrounded by aspens and ponderosas. In fall 2025, the back deck was expanded, a 6-person hot tub installed, and a one-of-a-kind outdoor shower built around a towering ponderosa was added (available late spring through early fall). Whether you’re soaking in the hot tub, rinsing off in the shower, or enjoying a game of pickleball, there’s something for everyone.
Comfortable Accommodations
Main Floor: Master king bedroom with private bath & hot tub access; two queen bedrooms sharing a full bath
Lower Level: Queen bedroom with private bath and direct outdoor access
Kitchen & Dining: Fully equipped kitchen; dining room seats 8 (expandable with extra leaf)
Entertain & Enjoy
The spacious back deck (summer & fall) is perfect for wildlife watching or mountain views. Fire up the large gas grill—it can cook 2 racks of ribs, 6 burgers, and 8 bratwurst at once! Extra propane is stored in the garage.
Four-Season Adventures
Spring & Summer: Hiking, biking, fishing, river trips, Three Creeks Lake, Tam McArthur Rim
Fall: Leaf-peeping, crisp mornings, wildlife spotting
Winter: Skiing at Hoodoo or Mt. Bachelor, snowshoeing, cozy fires, magical snow-covered scenery
Winter Season Check-In/Out Flexibility
During the 2025–26 winter season, we’re happy to offer more flexible check-in and check-out times. Instead of the standard 11 AM checkout, guests are invited to linger into the early afternoon on their departure day—subject to availability. Whether you’d like to enjoy one last soak in the hot tub, a leisurely breakfast, or a final stroll along the creek, we’ll do our best to accommodate your schedule whenever possible.
Important Notes
Aspen Meadow Lodge is not available for weddings or large gatherings. Maximum guests: 8. HOA rules enforce a $5,000 fine for violations.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Important information
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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
Sisters
Located in Sisters, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Deschutes County Fairgrounds Expo Center and Petersen Rock Garden are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Old Mill District and Bend River Promenade. Travelling with kids? Consider Crescent Moon Ranch, or check out an event or a game at Hayden Homes Amphitheater. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
Sisters, OR
What's nearby
- Shibui Spa - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
- Aspen Lakes Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
- Village Green Park - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
- Peterson Ridge Trail - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
- Eagle Crest Golf Courses - 24 min drive - 29.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- New Republic - 4 min drive
- Sisters Bakery - 4 min drive
- The Open Door - 4 min drive
- Brunchies - 4 min drive
- The Barn In Sisters - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Gillian R.
5 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious creekside gem!
Gillian R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mikelle R.
13 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Something for everyone...
Mikelle R.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kimberanne W.
11 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location
Kimberanne W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jody B.
12 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family getaway property
Jody B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nicole O.
19 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property in a great location
Nicole O.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Cody M.
9 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Overall a good stay with few issues
Cody M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Diana H.
19 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded Expectations
Diana H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
J Kevin M.
27 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Family Getaway
J Kevin M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Greg B.
9 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place
Greg B.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pat M.
26 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving Gathering
Pat M.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Vincent M., Oakland, CA
10 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another awesome stay at Aspen Meadows
Vincent M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrew S.
23 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical long weekend
Andrew S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amanda Z., Arlington, VA
13 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing getaway!
Amanda Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nancy G.
30 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aspen Meadows
Nancy G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tom S.
17 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to Sisters
Tom S.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Colette R., Kauai
30 Dec, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Property
Colette R.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jubilee V.
27 Nov, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
Jubilee V.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Vincent M., Oakland, CA
11 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot!
Vincent M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Barbara P.
14 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Stay
Barbara P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Bill P.
5 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Bill P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ray M.
1 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sisters vacation
Ray M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Abigail R.
17 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven on Earth
Abigail R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Andrea J.
14 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic vacation
Andrea J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Maria R.
25 Mar, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A place to return to!
Maria R.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
About the host
Hosted by Chris Crever
My wife and I live in Portland, OR and are avid outdoor enthusiasts. We have 2 boys who are now in their mid 20's and our 13 year old English Lab that round out our family. We try and spend our free time down in Sisters when time permits and welcome the opportunity to share Aspen Meadow Lodge with new and returning guests.
Why they chose this property
In the mid-1970s, a group of 10 families purchased approximately 25 acres about two miles outside downtown Sisters, with the vision of creating a truly special environment. Lot sizes ranged from 2 to 10 acres, nestled in and around Squaw Creek—now known as Whychus Creek.
Originally built as a single-family residence on 8.5 acres, surrounded by towering ponderosa pines and aspen trees, the home served as a primary residence. By the late 1980s and early 1990s, it was sold to an Australian entrepreneur who fell in love with the region. Seeing the property’s potential as a bed-and-breakfast, he converted it into an 8-bedroom, 6-bath B&B and named it the Australian Outback.
The venture was short-lived, lasting less than five years, before the proprietor returned to Australia. In 1996, a couple from Bend purchased the property, continuing its life as a B&B and renaming it Aspen Meadow Lodge. For the next decade, it served loyal and consistent clientele who appreciated its charm and tranquility.
By 2005, after one of the owners passed away, the surviving spouse found the operation too much to manage alone and decided to sell. We purchased the property in January 2006, returning it to a single-family home and, eventually, a vacation rental for new and returning guests to enjoy.
Past stories and memories live on, captured in the two signs that remain with the property today—a small but meaningful reminder of its rich history.
Originally built as a single-family residence on 8.5 acres, surrounded by towering ponderosa pines and aspen trees, the home served as a primary residence. By the late 1980s and early 1990s, it was sold to an Australian entrepreneur who fell in love with the region. Seeing the property’s potential as a bed-and-breakfast, he converted it into an 8-bedroom, 6-bath B&B and named it the Australian Outback.
The venture was short-lived, lasting less than five years, before the proprietor returned to Australia. In 1996, a couple from Bend purchased the property, continuing its life as a B&B and renaming it Aspen Meadow Lodge. For the next decade, it served loyal and consistent clientele who appreciated its charm and tranquility.
By 2005, after one of the owners passed away, the surviving spouse found the operation too much to manage alone and decided to sell. We purchased the property in January 2006, returning it to a single-family home and, eventually, a vacation rental for new and returning guests to enjoy.
Past stories and memories live on, captured in the two signs that remain with the property today—a small but meaningful reminder of its rich history.
What makes this property unique
WHERE TRANQUILITY MEETS ADVENTURE — THE PERFECT BLEND OF PRIVACY & CONVENIENCE
Nestled on 8.5 acres of rolling land, Aspen Meadow Lodge is a one-of-a-kind retreat where nature and comfort come together. Surrounded by groves of aspen trees and towering ponderosa pines, with breathtaking views of North Sister, the lodge offers serene privacy while remaining less than two miles from downtown Sisters.
The property’s charm lies in its combination of peaceful seclusion and endless opportunities for relaxation and recreation. In the fall, winter, and early spring, gather around the outdoor firepit to cozy up under the stars. In the summer, unwind in the backyard hammocks or down by Whychus Creek. With advance notice in July and August, we can provide specially designed in-creek seating for the ultimate “Happy Hour” experience — dip your feet in the cool water while enjoying the scenery.
Take advantage of private access to Whychus Creek, challenge friends or family on the Pickleball court installed in 2022, or relax in the new six-person hot tub added in fall 2025. For a uniquely Oregon touch, the seasonal outdoor shower wraps around one of the majestic ponderosas on the back deck.
Aspen Meadow Lodge comfortably hosts up to two families or four couples, offering spaces to relax, play, and connect. Whether you seek quiet reflection, outdoor adventure, or memorable gatherings, this property delivers an experience unlike any other in Sisters. Here, you don’t have to choose between tranquility and adventure — you can have both.
Nestled on 8.5 acres of rolling land, Aspen Meadow Lodge is a one-of-a-kind retreat where nature and comfort come together. Surrounded by groves of aspen trees and towering ponderosa pines, with breathtaking views of North Sister, the lodge offers serene privacy while remaining less than two miles from downtown Sisters.
The property’s charm lies in its combination of peaceful seclusion and endless opportunities for relaxation and recreation. In the fall, winter, and early spring, gather around the outdoor firepit to cozy up under the stars. In the summer, unwind in the backyard hammocks or down by Whychus Creek. With advance notice in July and August, we can provide specially designed in-creek seating for the ultimate “Happy Hour” experience — dip your feet in the cool water while enjoying the scenery.
Take advantage of private access to Whychus Creek, challenge friends or family on the Pickleball court installed in 2022, or relax in the new six-person hot tub added in fall 2025. For a uniquely Oregon touch, the seasonal outdoor shower wraps around one of the majestic ponderosas on the back deck.
Aspen Meadow Lodge comfortably hosts up to two families or four couples, offering spaces to relax, play, and connect. Whether you seek quiet reflection, outdoor adventure, or memorable gatherings, this property delivers an experience unlike any other in Sisters. Here, you don’t have to choose between tranquility and adventure — you can have both.
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