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Crystal Creek Chalet - Secluded riverfront cabin, fireplaces, BBQ, dogs welcome

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Stunning mountain views and forest scenery frame this peaceful riverside location with convenient outdoor access.
Charming cottage entrance welcomes guests with warm lighting and peaceful surroundings nestled among mature trees.
Crystal Creek Chalet Pond
Relax on your private covered porch swing while enjoying forest views, then step inside to warm wood interiors with rustic charm.
Relax in your cozy mountain retreat with exposed wood beams, stone fireplace, and spacious loft overlooking serene forest views.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102656 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Double Queen Bedroom Basement Level

2 Queen Beds

Full Bedroom Third Level

1 Double Bed

King Bedroom Basement Level

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom Third Level

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Full Bathroom Basement Level

Full Bathroom Main Level

Full Bathroom Third Level

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Crystal Creek Chalet - Secluded riverfront cabin, fireplaces, BBQ, dogs welcome

Crystal Creek Chalet - Meredith Lodging

Nestled in the heart of Welches, the Crystal Creek Chalet is a sprawling, three-story haven for up to ten guests seeking a perfect blend of comfort and adventure.

As you step inside, you're greeted by a spacious, modern open-concept living area featuring a cozy fireplace, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. The gourmet kitchen is fully equipped with all the essentials, from a full-sized refrigerator to a sleek dishwasher and a six-burner stove, making meal prep a breeze.

The first level offers a king bedroom sleeping two comfortably, while a cozy double queen bedroom can accommodate another two guests. Ascending to the third level, you'll find a full bedroom and a queen bedroom, each with its own private bathroom. The second level also features a full bathroom, ensuring everyone has convenient access to all the amenities.

One of the chalet's standout features is the outdoor space. The expansive deck is equipped with a BBQ grill, ideal for enjoying the beautiful Oregon weather. Whether you're sipping coffee in the morning or hosting a barbecue in the evening, the deck offers stunning views of the surrounding forests and mountains. For those who love outdoor activities, the chalet is a stone's throw away from some of the best attractions in the area.

Start your day with a hike in the Columbia River Gorge, or take a short drive to explore the stunning Multnomah Falls. For skiing enthusiasts, Mount Hood offers some of the best slopes in the region. If you're in the mood for a more relaxed outing, head to the nearby Welches Brewing Company to enjoy a craft beer paired with local cuisine.

Inside, the chalet is equipped with all the comforts of home, including a washer and dryer, Wi-Fi, and a Smart TV. The fully stocked kitchen and ample linens ensure that you have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Book your stay at the Crystal Creek Chalet today and experience the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and adventure in Welches, Oregon.

This 3-level, 4-bedroom lodge provides plenty of privacy and space for 10 guests with 1 king bed, 3 queen beds and 1 full bed and 3 bathrooms. Your dogs are welcome to join you at the Crystal Creek Chalet for an additional charge.

- Overlooking the Salmon River in Welches
- Private Acreage: Ponds, Meadows and Trails
- 2 Wood-burning Fireplaces
- Fully-Equipped Kitchen
- 1 King Bed in Downstairs Bedroom
- 2 Queen Beds in 2nd Downstairs Bedroom
- 1 Full Bed in the 1st Upstairs Bedroom
- 1 Queen Bed in the 2nd Upstairs Bedroom
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Indoor Jetted Soaking Tub
- Deck with Propane BBQ and Deck Furniture
- Streaming TV
- Wifi Available
- Washer / Dryer
- Your Dog is Welcome
- Note: Snowy roads and steep driveway require traction devices (chains or snow tires) and 4WD for access during the winter
- No Smoking
- 2656 Square Feet
- Property Elevation: 1350 Feet
- Parking: Max 4 Vehicles, No Street Parking
- Sleeps 10
- No Parties, Weddings or Events, Please.
- STR-108136

*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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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

Welches

Located in Welches, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Salmon River and Sandy River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mountain Sports and Rainbow Trout Farm. Alpine Slide and Mt Hood Cultural Center and Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Welches, OR

What's nearby

  • Salmon River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Courses at Resort at the Mountain - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Timberline Lodge Ski Area - 27 min drive - 35.0 km
  • Mount Hood Meadows - 35 min drive - 47.1 km
  • Cooper Spur Ski Area - 56 min drive - 71.5 km

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dragonfly Cafe & Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Brewsters - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Barlow Trail Roadhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Naan N Curry Mt. Hood - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chicali Cantina - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crystal Creek Chalet - Secluded riverfront cabin, fireplaces, BBQ, dogs welcome pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Crystal Creek Chalet - Secluded riverfront cabin, fireplaces, BBQ, dogs welcome?

As of 1 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crystal Creek Chalet - Secluded riverfront cabin, fireplaces, BBQ, dogs welcome on 16 Jun, 2026 start from S$325, 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 Crystal Creek Chalet - Secluded riverfront cabin, fireplaces, BBQ, dogs welcome?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Crystal Creek Chalet - Secluded riverfront cabin, fireplaces, BBQ, dogs welcome?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crystal Creek Chalet - Secluded riverfront cabin, fireplaces, BBQ, dogs welcome?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crystal Creek Chalet - Secluded riverfront cabin, fireplaces, BBQ, dogs welcome located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Salmon River and The Courses at Resort at the Mountain. Sandy River and Mountain Sports are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 100 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scenery warmth and size of home. Saw a Eagle fly while reading with my coffee in the dining room epic…
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! We're glad you enjoyed the scenery, the home's warmth and size, and that you had an epic eagle sighting while reading with your coffee. We appreciate you choosing Meredith Lodging and hope to host you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Views were pretty and the property had some trails and nice places to walk. My dog had a great time. Missing the promised firewood for the hearth, but otherwise we had a perfect time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct, 2025
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay! We appreciate your feedback and will check the listing to verify if firewood is provided. We loved hosting you and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our multi-generation family vacation made a great home base out of this spot in the forest in Mount Hood Village. We made great use of the large dining area for family meals and game nights. Stepping out the back door and into the forest with the sound of the creek below was enchanting. Access was easy and straight forward and there were plenty of towels, beds, and comfy blankets for our party of 9.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2025
Hi Brooke! We’re so glad your multi-generation family had a wonderful stay! It sounds like you made the most of the home and its beautiful forest setting. Thank you for sharing your experience—we’d love to host you again for another memorable getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwen G.

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

Private Retreat

The location is beautiful and private. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gigi T.

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

Great Family Getaway

This cabin was a great weekend getaway for our family. Very close to the mountain that allows snow play and fun for all!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Hi Gigi- Happy to hear that you loved your stay at the Crystal Creek Chalet. This is an amazing place for summer vacations, too. We look forward to seeing you again when you visit Mt Hood. Betsy and the team at Mt Hood Vacation Rentals
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary L.

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

Family outing

Very special chalet with privacy and wonderful nature walks . Overlooks the salmon river and well appointed for large family. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct, 2023
Thank you for your 5-star review! We are so glad you had an enjoyable and comfortable stay. We loved hosting your family at Crystal Creek Chalet, and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Marie S.

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

Beautiful Mt Hood area beckons

Overall peaceful beautiful forested area overlooking Salmon River. Disappointed that barbecue would not work at all. Very disappointed that mice or rats got into our groceries and we had to throw away a lot of food. Hopefully, a discount will be offered. House was comfortable but not super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meir O.

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

The climax of our vacation

We visited with extended family and a dog. The stay in this house was the most enjoyable part of our vacation. Not only that the house was excellent spacious well equipped and well maintained but the views, the trails, the river and all the grounds were amazing so we spend most of our vacation without leaving the premises. It was definitely one of the top vacation rental we have ever had
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2024
Hi Meir! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We loved hosting you at Crystal Creek Chalet and hope you will return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

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

Large cozy cabin in the woods

This is a big space, with an amazing view in a really beautiful location. The house is large, the kitchen decent, and plenty of rooms. For our stay, it worked great. The house itself has some quirks, but for the price it's great. Would come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you had an enjoyable stay! We would love to hear more specific feedback about the quirks you encountered, as we are always striving to provide our guests with the best rental experience possible. We loved hosting you, and hope you will return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey L.

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

3 night stay november

Great family home, comfortable, beautiful scenery. Needs some updating including furniture(broken chair in living room) dishwasher, shower door in basement. Minor items but overall a wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec, 2023
Hi Jeffrey! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you had an enjoyable and comfortable stay. We appreciate your feedback, and will share your comments with our local property team to see how we can improve. We loved hosting you, and hope you will return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Winter Birthdays, Early Christmas Kane family hangout

We had hoped for snow on the ground, but instead we enjoyed relaxing together indoors watching TV, playing games & puzzles, nature walks, brilliant views and good food.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Hi Karen! Thank you for your 5-star. We are so glad you had an enjoyable and comfortable stay. We loved hosting you, and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie A.

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

Great secluded locale

Usually we stay at government camp but this place may have convinced us to stay down the mountain. No worries about driving in the snow, no problems with parking. And we had so much room inside and out for the different couples to enjoy the time as they chose. Our group was myself and my adult children and their partners. Most of the bedrooms are small but adequate for a couple. But the living spaces were great for our group of 9. Very spacious living room. The table was perfect for eating together. Plus the view was gorgeous. The jacuzzi was ok. It is not a hot tub that stays filled so it wasn’t as good as that but some in the party filled and enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb, 2025
Hi Melanie! Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad to hear that the spacious layout and beautiful views made for a great stay with your family. It’s wonderful that the living areas and dining space worked well for your group. We appreciate your feedback about the jacuzzi and will review this to ensure expectations are clear for future guests. We’d love to host you again!
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jessica P.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Dirty - No Wifi - No TV

The house was not clean, there were several stains and dirty dishes. Not as listed online. Wifi wouldn't work. TV was down the whole stay. Not impressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan, 2025
Hi Jessica. We enjoyed hosting you and appreciate your feedback. We're sorry to hear you were not satisfied with your stay. We see that you reached out about the WiFi not working, and sincerely regret any inconvenience this caused. Unfortunately, while we can’t always guarantee the availability of all amenities, we understand how important reliable WiFi is for our guests and will follow up on the issue. We also want to apologize for any other concerns that may have impacted your stay. Had we been notified of your other listed complaints, we would have been happy to send our team over to assist. Your experience is important to us, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with an improved stay in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan I.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

Everything was wonderful. We were a bit disappointed that there is no way to get to the river. The entry code did not work but a simple phone call fixed the problem. We did run out of propane which caused a bit of a problem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Hi Bryan! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you had an enjoyable stay; however, we are sorry you encountered a few issues with the door code and propane. We have shared your comments with our local team as we are always striving to provide our guests with an excellent rental experience. We loved hosting you at Crystal Creek Chalet, and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephen n.

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

Family gathering

Clean, spacious, well-appointed house with lovely view and great location. Nice starter supplies of paper towels, coffee filters dishwashing liquid, etc. enough wood for one fire. House is darker than pictures show but that is a minor complaint. I would stay here again. Path to river is halfway down the road with a small sign. Checkin code needs to be followed by a star. Use Wi-Fi code on refrigerator, not in book.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct, 2023
Hi Stephen! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you had an enjoyable and comfortable stay. We loved hosting your family, and hope you will book with us again!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Dan H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Needs attention

Quite dirty. Property managers are absent. No supervision of cleaning staff. Beds are not good. Too maany things in disrepair to list. Could be a spectaular house if anyone paid attention.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marisa R.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Beautiful Views but Frustrating Experience

This is one of the only properties in the Mt Hood area that sleeps 10 and allow pets. Since we stayed over the Christmas holiday (Dec 23-30) so we a the premium (over $5000). I really wanted to give this place/experience a 5 star review but my experience with the management especially has led me to giving it a 3. I totally agree with the 4 and 5 star reviewers about the cabin having beautiful views from every window and great places to walk outside. I also agree with the space of the main floor with two large rooms; a family room with a TV and fireplace, and and a dining area with a fireplace, that allows for a large family to hang out. I also agree with the 1-3 star reviewers about the quirks of the place that are mentioned multiple times and haven’t seemed to be addressed. Upstairs got extremely cold as there are no heater vents. Management responded quickly and brought two small portable heaters, but there’s no safe place upstairs to plug them in as the outlets are on the wall over the head of the beds. Also, the dishwasher was broken as the and the door opened too far; all the way to the floor. Management told me that they were just now hearing this, but this was also mentioned in other reviews, including one within the last year. The biggest issue was the main floor bathroom tub drained slowly at first, and then didn’t drain at all; we had to stop using it as there was several inches of standing water in the tub for two days. (Other reviews of this home mention the
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb, 2024
Hi Marisa! We enjoyed hosting you at Crystal Creek Chalet, but we are sorry you encountered several issues. We are always striving to provide our guests with an excellent rental experience, and have shared your feedback with our management team to see how we can improve on behalf of our valued guests. We have reached out via email regarding a credit towards a future stay, and hope we have the opportunity to host you again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great place. This is not a hot tub.

Excellent. Hot tub was a disappointment!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Hi Matthew, we are happy that you enjoyed your stay at the Crystal Creek Chalet. You are right, this is not a hot tub, rather a large jetted tub. We have many other cabins with outdoor hot tubs for you to try out next time. Betsy and the team at Mt Hood Vacation Rentals
Verified

8/10 Good

Gabrielle P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain Retreat

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Hi Gabrielle, glad you enjoyed your stay at the Crystal Creek Chalet. Come back to see us again. Betsy and the team at Mt Hood Vacation Rentals
Verified

8/10 Good

Candace Y.

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

Gorgeous location hidden in the woods over a lovely river

The property is beautifully situated. It probably could use a little freshening, but we really enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

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

Great place

This house was great. Amazing views on a private drive. Great for dogs, very secluded and private. Old house but lots of charm
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

jan h.

AMAZING

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Amazing views and secluded. The cabinI has everything you need and is close to everything. It is a great location. Beautiful views from the deck and the river below is so pretty. Loved the sound of the rushing water. Loved the cabin. We walked 2 trails on the property down to the river, I highly recommend this wonderful cabin !
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Brian B.

Quiet and secluded in nature

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Relaxing and beautiful views with the feel of being deep in nature.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Boring, OR

Love this house!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house with a beautiful view and so much space! We had such a blast!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

Very nice home/cabin near Mt. Hood

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice home and grounds. We had everything we needed and appreciated the warmth and space. The only downside is that the lower bedroom had a persistent banging in the ceiling when the heater was on. However, we would come back.

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