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Life in the Woods - Minutes to town! Mt. Emily Retreat at the MERA Trailhead!

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Outdoor dining
Room
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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La Grande, OR
  • Place, Union County Fairgrounds
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Riverside Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Eastern Oregon Fire Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Life in the Woods - Minutes to town! Mt. Emily Retreat at the MERA Trailhead!

3 bedroom 6 bed cabin tucked in the woods next to Mount Emily Recreation Area (3,700 acres of recreation and miles of free trails) -- just minutes from town. Enjoy hiking, biking, and skiing right out the front door. Host a dinner party in the large kitchen, or cook on the BBQ under the covered deck while your dogs play in the fenced yard. Finish your day cozied up next to the wood stove while the kids enjoy a movie in the bunk room.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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 4 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2502962vb
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

La Grande

Located in La Grande, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Elgin Opera House, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Riverside Park and Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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La Grande, OR

What's nearby

  • Union County Fairgrounds - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Riverside Park - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Eastern Oregon Fire Museum - 12 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Hot Lake Springs - 22 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area - 31 min drive - 55.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Side A Brewing - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Life in the Woods - Minutes to town! Mt. Emily Retreat at the MERA Trailhead! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Life in the Woods - Minutes to town! Mt. Emily Retreat at the MERA Trailhead! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Life in the Woods - Minutes to town! Mt. Emily Retreat at the MERA Trailhead! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Life in the Woods - Minutes to town! Mt. Emily Retreat at the MERA Trailhead! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Life in the Woods - Minutes to town! Mt. Emily Retreat at the MERA Trailhead! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Union County Fairgrounds and within 6 miles (10 km) of Riverside Park and Eastern Oregon Fire Museum. Grande Ronde Hospital and Wallowa-Whitman National Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trudi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen had plenty of counter space for meal prep and room for people to navigate without being crowded
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bastiaan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a well cleaned house, perfectly located for outdoor activities. Easy contact with owner if neccessary. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property in close location to many hiking/mountain trails (across the road).
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing spot in the world! We absolutely loved our stay! The location couldn’t be better as access to MERA is literally across the road. We had a wonderful time walking our dogs and enjoying the area. Great dog friendly home! The property is quiet and we were able to relax and unwind. This is one of the best stocked/supplied VRBO’s that we have stayed at and we stay at a lot of them. Cheers!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host. House was awesome. Beautiful views. Very private and peaceful setting. House was very clean. We made a Thanksgiving meal there and the kitchen was well stocked. Fenced in yard was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis H.

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

Comfortable,quiet stay

Work perfectly for our visit with family in this area.Will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duane P.

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

Great place

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space for our family coming to La Grande for a wedding reception. Really enjoyed the deck which was a great gathering space for those of us who stayed in the house and a few more who stayed in town. Even heard some elk bugles one clear, crisp morning. Appreciate the pet friendly house and fenced space.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duncan R.

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

Great House and Area

The property was great and just what we needed for our stay. Beautiful location and easy to go and ski!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

Beautiful place

Excellent location outside of town
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leasa C.

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

Great location.

Enjoyed dinner outside on the great deck area after a nice walk on all the close by trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew V.

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

Amazing Place

This property and location are amazing in all ways . Micah has been a great host every time we stay there.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward H.

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

Great for a large number of guests

Great for a large number of guests
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber D.

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

Comfort in a great setting

Beautiful surroundings to explore the home was clean and beds were very comfortable. The deck was a lovely setting to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

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

Glorious Getaway

We booked this property because of its remote location. The home is very comfortable and met all of our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt V.

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

Beautiful Cozy Cabin with Amazing views and surroundings

Property was clean and in great shape
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was great, I left it dirtier than I wanted to so I left a tip for the cleaning crew/people. Sorry about that.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a perfect fit for our family. There was enough space for all of us, it was clean and so easy to get checked in. The view from the property was so beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

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

Very nice

Great stay. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K W.

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

Amazing Place to Relax

Beautiful, clean, spacious home with gorgeous views. Walking distance to great trails, close to town, but not in town. Overall one of the best VRBOs we have rented!! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Quiet relaxation

The home was just as pictured. Home was well equipped and just what we needed for a few days to relax. We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith H.

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

La Grande Getaway

Quiet, peaceful location, comfortable beds, all the necessary amenities. Great communication with the manager.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lloyd b.

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

baker family

had lots of fun
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doreen F.

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

Favorite E. Oregon Stay

Comfy, cozy, clean. Fantastic stay and the dogs loved it too. The location, the view, the home. Nothing disappoints. We hope to return and bring the grandkids, they would have a blast riding the trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Wesley Campbell

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We met in college and now are neighbors in La Grande. Both of us are born and raised in Oregon and have found our way back to NE Oregon after living around the West.

What makes this property unique

The Owl's Nest is located at MERA trailhead with a great view of town, minimal neighbors and lots of privacy. You are close enough for a visit to the brewery after a bike/ski or a quick trip to Liberty Cafe for an amazing breakfast sandwich.

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