Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Sandy River
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Patio
Barbecue grill
Air-conditioning
Refrigerator
Internet
Explore the area
Rhododendron, OR
Sandy River
Place, Sandy River
1 min walk
Mount Hood Meadows
Place, Mount Hood Meadows
35 min drive
Timberline Lodge Ski Area
Place, Timberline Lodge Ski Area
47 min drive
Where you'll sleep
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Downstairs Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Upstairs Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Downstairs Bathroom 2
Upstairs Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Rapid River Retreat, gourmet kitchen, fireplace, hot tub
Rapid River Retreat - Meredith Lodging
You will have a quiet, relaxing vacation at the Rapid River Retreat, one of our most popular vacation rentals. Sit by the Sandy River with your morning coffee or a glass of wine in the afternoon and see and hear the Sandy River rushing by. With the west-facing backyard, you will soak in lots of afternoon sunshine while grilling dinner on the Weber gas BBQ. After dinner roast marshmallows and tell tall tales gathered around the firepit. The private, outdoor hot tub next to the river will cap off a day of fun and an evening of relaxation.
The vaulted great room is perfect for a gathering of friends and family who like to cook with the spacious open kitchen and second prep area with its own sink. You can sit around the large dining table for dinner and enjoy the river and mountain views through the floor-to-ceiling picture windows. The wood-burning fireplace warms the home and adds to the mountain lodge ambiance.
This home is perfectly suited for three couples or a small family with three bedrooms (1 king, 2 queens) accommodating up to 6 guests. There are two full bathrooms, one upstairs and one downstairs. Each bedroom looks out over the Sandy River and the Cascade foothills in the background adding to the relaxing atmosphere.
The kids will love adventuring in the forest surrounding the Rapid River Retreat as well as finding fun places to explore throughout the Villages of Mt Hood. Your dog will be happy that you brought him along on this getaway retreat with the river to play in and the gated, dead-end road for taking long walks. The national forest just across the street from the cabin is a perfect place for your dog to explore and run.
•On the Sandy River in Zigzag •Open Great Room •Quiet Dead-end Road in a Gated Neighborhood •Wood-burning Fireplace •Starter Supply of Firewood Provided •Fully-Equipped Kitchen •1 King Bed in the Bedroom Upstairs •1 Queen Bed in Bedroom Upstairs •1 Queen Sofa Bed in the Bedroom Upstairs •1 Queen Bed in Bedroom Downstairs •2 Full Bathrooms •Private, Outdoor Hot Tub •Deck with Propane BBQ and Deck Furniture •Cable TV •Internet Speed: Slow - around 10 Mbps •Land Line Phone w / Free Long Distance (limited cell service) •Washer / Dryer •Your Dogs are Welcome! •No Smoking •1832 Square Feet •Property Elevation: 1550 Feet •Note: Snowy roads and driveway require traction devices (chains or snow tires) and 4WD for access during the winter •Parking: Max 3 Vehicles, No Street Parking •Sleeps 8 •No Parties, Weddings or Events, Please. • STR-078450
*Each home is individually owned. Amenities and furnishings are subject to change at any time. For questions on this, please contact our office.
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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
About the area
Rhododendron
Located in Rhododendron, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Sandy River and Mount Hood National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Rainbow Trout Farm and Alpine Slide. Mt Hood Cultural Center and Museum and Amaze'n Maze are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
Timberline Lodge Ski Area - 47 min drive - 36.0 km
Restaurants
Brightwood Tavern - 11 min drive
Mallards Cafe & Pub - 8 min drive
Dairy Queen - 7 min drive
Wraptitude - 6 min drive
Koya Kitchen - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Rapid River Retreat, gourmet kitchen, fireplace, hot tub pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Rapid River Retreat, gourmet kitchen, fireplace, hot tub?
As of 22 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rapid River Retreat, gourmet kitchen, fireplace, hot tub on 28 Sept, 2026 start from S$946, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Rapid River Retreat, gourmet kitchen, fireplace, hot tub?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Rapid River Retreat, gourmet kitchen, fireplace, hot tub?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rapid River Retreat, gourmet kitchen, fireplace, hot tub?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Rapid River Retreat, gourmet kitchen, fireplace, hot tub located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Sandy River and Mount Hood National Forest. The Courses at Resort at the Mountain and Salmon River are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Hi Jeff! Thank you for your 5-star review! We are so glad you had an enjoyable stay. We loved hosting you at Rapid River Retreat, and hope you will return!
Location, location. Fab setting. Home in excellent condition. Any renter needs to come prepared for a bare kitchen...and that's ok. 8 of us managed well.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you for the 5-star rating! Glad the location and setting were such highlights and that you felt the home was in excellent condition. Appreciate the note about the kitchen — we actually highlight this kitchen as our best-stocked, in terms of kitchen utensils and cooking supplies. But it is true that we don't supply any perishable goods, all food ingredients do need supplied by renters. We’d be happy to host you again — come back soon!
We originally booked this for its location. It’s close to everywhere if you want to explore the Mt Hood area and then back to Portland, grocery stores, and the airport. It’s also an easy drive to the Fruit Loop area and up to the Columbia River Gorge. The pictures posted in this listing are exactly what you’re gonna get, and then some— the kitchen is well appointed with cooking utensils, just bring your own food and maybe extra dishwashing supplies (the dishwashing soap was not stocked, but not a big deal since we brought our own stuff). The only few things we would have liked to have was a little more privacy. The property is situated at an angle on the access road and surrounded by some trees. The front windows have privacy blinds but the side windows and side doors are exposed. It’s pitch dark at night, fun for night photography, but it can get a little unnerving when the windows are opened up the way they are so close to the road at night. There is also an open entrance at the back that has no security door to one side of the house, so it can also get a little weird when you’re in the hot tub at night. Other than that, we had a really comfortable stay. We all enjoyed the house with it’s generous amenities, and we appreciated how clean and ready it was at check in. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review — I'm so glad the location worked well for your itinerary and that the kitchen supply and cleanliness met your expectations. I appreciate the note about dishwashing soap; I’ll make sure our housekeeping team restocks the supply right away.
I also appreciate the feedback about privacy. I’ll have the team evaluate added window covering options and improved screening for the rear entrance.
Thanks again for staying with us — we’d be happy to welcome you back any time.
Clean, spacious, clearly loved and well-maintained property. This house felt very private but still safe and we had a lovely time watching the snow come down from the hot tub. 10/10 would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Hi Melanie! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you had an enjoyable and comfortable stay at Rapid River Retreat. We loved hosting you, and look forward to your return!
Hi Cherryl! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at our beautiful home. We loved hosting you, and hope you will return!
Everything at the location was well kept, great communication, and the hot tub was clean/perfect. Not too far from government camp and super spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Hi Alexis! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you had an enjoyable and comfortable stay. We loved hosting you at Rapid River Retreat, and hope you will book with us again!
We were much happier than expected. First positive experience with a Merideth property. The property was extremely clean and everything was in working order. We felt very comfortable and the home has a beautiful view of the Sandy River. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Hi Yvette! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you had an enjoyable and comfortable stay. We loved hosting you at Rapid River Retreat, and hope you will book with us again!
Close to Mt. Hood, well outfitted kitchen, cozy fire and room for everyone against a pretty creekside setting provided a wonderful family getaway for those wanting to ski and those wanting some secluded quiet private time! Clean, supplied amply and secure. Clear instructions for everything! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2025
Hi Laurie! Thank you for your 5-star review. We're so happy to hear that the cozy fire, well-outfitted kitchen, and picturesque creekside setting made for a wonderful family getaway. It's great that both the skiers and those seeking a quiet retreat found what they were looking for. We loved hosting your family getaway and hope to welcome you back for another memorable visit soon!
Beautiful house, well appointed kitchen everything needed to be cozy and cook! Love the view, great even when stuck inside, it rained all but 2 days of our week-long trip. Close to ski, sites, Sandy and Govy. You should know the tv situation is not good. Only living room tv works. Master bedroom is deeply flawed. Honestly buy a best buy Android ready tvs and bring them with you for the 3 bedrooms. It's not ok that it's not provided in any of the bedrooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Hi Staci! We are so happy you had an enjoyable and comfortable stay with us at beautiful Rapid River Retreat. We appreciate your feedback, and will have the property team look into the TV situation. We loved hosting you, and hope you will visit us again!
Stayed and hikes around mt. hood. It was setup well for me and gf and another friend. He stayed downstairs, we had the master upstairs. Hot tub, nice. Riverside, nice. gated road, fine, nice. No issues, no worries. Close to breakfast on the corner of main road. Killer biscuits. Mirror lake is 15 minutes. It's great. It's on wet side, dark side of Mt. Hood, but that's fine, drove the dotted line road to Hood River. (summer only). It was a pucker up drive, but we got there. Spectacular scenes over the mountain pass where the pioneers would drive cattle on the oregon train (apparently) ...visited winery on other side of the mountain. Easy drive if you take the main road for an hour. The pass does NOT save you time, just an experience. It's not on Google maps. Just have faith and keep going.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2024
Thank you for your 5-star review! We are so glad you had an enjoyable and comfortable stay. We loved hosting your group, and hope you will book with us again!
Verified review
8/10 Good
Allison B.
23 Aug, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely house but not 100% clean
Positive is that the house was very nice. Quiet area and very private. We enjoyed hearing and seeing the Sandy River. Negatives: lots of dog fur in down stairs area (a bunch had been swept under couch!), on bed in down stairs as well. landline phone not working. Ice box in fridge broken. A few dishes/pans were put away dirty. No tin foil or plastic wrap- bring your own. Hardly any salt/pepper, or any other basic spices.
The outdoor grill was filthy! Couldn’t get valve to turn on for gas- no tools.
Furniture nice, but smelled like wet dog.
****there is a dvd player*** management co said there wasn’t when I asked.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct, 2024
Hi Allison! We are glad you enjoyed your stay, but we are sorry you were not fully satisfied. Had we been notified while you were checked-in, we would have promptly sent our team over to address some of your listed concerns. We loved hosting you and hope to provide you with a much-improved stay in the future.
Awesome view. Good place to get away for the weekend with the family!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Yelisey, so glad you enjoyed your stay at the Rapid River Retreat. We look forward to seeing you again when you visit Mt Hood.
Betsy and the team at Mt Hood Vacation Rentals
Rental agency was top notch to deal with. Home was beautiful, clean and very nice. Setting was absolutely beautiful and serene. Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sharon J.
11 Aug, 2021
Lovely Space
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our family wanted a respite in the woods, and we got just that! The cabin was clean, well located, and inviting. The wonderful access to the river with a little sandy beach was perfect. Our dog and grandson played there for hours! And the hot tub at the end of the day really was great. We will happily return!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nancy O.
1 Aug, 2021
Give Mt. Hood Some Love
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was an ideal place for a quick local stay-cay. So clean you'd never know anyone else had been there, and just 20 paces from a sweet, tiny sandy beach on the river.Last year, our mountain community took major hits from the pandemic, wildfire threat, and more terrible weather. The restaurants and services here need our patronage, care, and understanding. They are soldiering on to stay open and feed travelers as well as folks who live here. Table and takeout service might be slow or limited, so have some patience and tip the heck out of everyone. We're so grateful for places like Rendezvous Grill, Barlow Trail Roadhouse, El Burro Loco, Skyway, and Dragonfly Cafe. And Mt. Hood Vacation Rentals makes it easy to enjoy the mountain, even during tough times.