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Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow

Vacation home with kitchen, 10-minute walk to Old Mill District

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Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Interior
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Bend, OR
  • Place, Drake Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hayden Homes Amphitheater
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Mill District
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Redmond, OR (RDM-Robert's Field)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bend

Located in Old Bend, this vacation home is adjacent to Deschutes River and within a 10-minute stroll of Old Mill District. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Deschutes River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Drake Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hayden Homes Amphitheater - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Deschutes Brewery - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Old Mill District - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sunriver Station - 23 min drive
  • Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cascade West Grub & Alehouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Monkless Brasserie - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Westside Tavern - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Strictly Organic - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jackson's Corner - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow

Welcome to River Germ Bungalow!

The River Gem Bungalow is a bright and cheerful one bedroom treasure nestled in the heart of Bend`s popular Westside with a location that can't be beat!

This natural-contemporary style home features high ceilings, lots of windows, a cozy loft and a queen size sleeper sofa. Relax on the deck or under the aspens in the backyard surrounded by mature trees and landscaping. This home features European style bedding with fresh clean duvet cover and high thread count linens. There is a fully equipped kitchen, very small washer and dryer, and a gas grill in the backyard for grilling. 

Right across the street from the Deschutes River, within walking distance of the Old Mill District, historic downtown, Hayden Homes Amphitheater, and numerous breweries.

Directly behind the house is Miller`s Landing park: a riparian strip of riverfront with nesting osprey, walking trails, and excellent river access.

Only a few steps away is a charming footbridge that takes you over the river on an easy walk to Columbia Park and "Pirate Playground," a wonderland for kids.

If you prefer to get out and explore, there are plenty of hiking and mountain bike trails just minutes from town in the Deschutes National Forest. The spectacular Cascade Mountains and many lakes are an easy 20 minute drive providing endless opportunities for outdoor adventures.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a sofa bed, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 650 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

NO PARTIES or loud, rowdy groups. Must follow "Good Neighbor Guidelines"
NO SMOKING (anything!) in the homes or on the properties
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY not to be exceeded

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: DOGS ONLY! Must be older than one year.

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

111465

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Old Bend, just steps from Deschutes River, and within a 10-minute walk of Old Mill District and Drake Park. You'll also find Deschutes Brewery and Hayden Homes Amphitheater less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow good for couples?

At this historic vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation with some featuring kitchens.

Are there hot tubs at Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM), which is 17.7 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow?

Yes, every accommodation at Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow comes with a deck.

Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marianne O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was just wonderful! This is my favorite home in Bend! I love staying here by the river and walking path. The owners are so gracious and kind.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Laura D., Vancouver, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
This rental is small and housed in an older duplex, but very clean and had everything we needed for a quick getaway. It was an easy walk to the Old Mill District, trails, and great breweries. The host was communicative when we had questions about parking - the rental shares a driveway with the neighboring house, but there was no signage indicating it was OK to park there. Luckily we avoided a ticket during the brief time we were parked on the street while resolving the confusion.The loft is probably best suited to agile young adults or teens since it's not a big space and there wasn't much in the way of padding. If you were planning to sleep up here, I'd recommend bringing a pad of some kind. Despite how the rental is listed, I definitely don't think 4 adults could sleep here comfortably, both because of the loft and because the only bathroom is accessed through the bedroom (which has glass French doors and an opening above them, so no privacy).We were a little surprised to discover this was a duplex since the photos don't show that. If we had next-door neighbors, though, we never heard them. There's a small back patio, but it faces the aforementioned driveway and doesn't really have any privacy. Be prepared for lots of walkers, cyclists, and dogs passing by.If you don't mind a small unit with some old-building quirks like sloping floors, and if you want a great base for walking/biking central Bend, this is a very good option.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We just wrapped up a few weeks in Bend with our dogs and couldn’t have asked for a better location or experience. Walking distance to great restaurants and a little longer walk to get into downtown itself to enjoy the shops and cafes. An ideal spot for our dogs to enjoy lots of sniffs and walks along the river and even a few swims! The place itself is cozy and has everything you need to comfortably camp out for a longer stay. We also enjoyed the use of the grill and cocktails/meals on the deck. The owner happened to be close by and he and the property management company went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed. This made us feel at home and part of the neighborhood. Just minutes to world class hiking, trail running, and mountain biking trails. If you have a chance to stay here, do it!
Our boy Hamish having a swim
Hamish in the river at Drake’s park
View of the river from Drake’s
View from a nearby off leash dog park
Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Location is the selling point.

Great location. Pretty outdated house & it was not very apparent that it is a duplex, which would be a nice fact to know. (Share a wall and a window from other unit looks into the private backyard)…Nice little yard, just be aware that the location is so central that people are constantly riding and walking directly by your windows. Welcome brochure gave a little bit of a vibe that the neighbors are not happy with the vrbo thing. Again, the money maker here for the owners is the location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy a.

Liked: Cleanliness

location

very entertaining. My husband and I sat on our back porch and watched all the dogs riding their bikes and dragging their tubes to the river! Funny!!! Not to often did we not see a dog with a human ! lol ♥️👍Very clean , you can walk everywhere .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Prime location - perfect home

Overall this little accommodation had everything we needed for a little get away. The location was perfect - great for any activities around town. We decided to leave our bikes at home- and we were pleasantly surprised to find bikes available with the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick Bend Stay

Great unit, great location, great hosts. Everything went perfectly, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness

I can see why they named it "River Gem"

Nice, cozy little spot, right by the river and park. Everything you could ask for. Got back home, looked to reserve again for next year, already booked! Great place and Hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzan, Carpinteria

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute little place right off the river. So many people walking by with dogs, it was very cool. The cottage is very small, but we enjoyed it. You could not get an adult up in the high loft, but our kid loved it. Only criticism was there were lots of dog hairs on the loft bedding and cushions, besides this, all good!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura F., Monument, CO

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy spot in the heat of Bend's best!

The bungalow was perfectly suited to our needs and the location couldn't be better for walking the river trail, access to parks, restaurants in Old Mill, downtown, west side pubs too! We loved it. Great neighborhood and friendly people buzzing with a fun vibe. The small kitchen was suitable for what we needed - even the bigger meal prep I was doing for our daughter who had just had a baby. Having the small back yard for the dogs was also great - but the access to the trails just out the back gate was the best! We would definitely stay again...
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Re-Visit!!

Our 2nd time at this cozy little spot and we love it! Perfect for a couple and their 4 legged children. Cheers and Thank You!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Walkable indeed!

As others have noted, this is a VERY walkable location, though it is a couple blocks minimum to just about any business. One of the walking bridges across the Deschutes is literally across the street, which is very convenient to wander just about anywhere in central bend. Even in cold, rainy December there were walkers/runners/bikers/dogs coming past the house every 3-5 minutes all day. Overall very clean, pictures represent it very well. Cute bikes available in the shed, off-street parking. Nice yard for the dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mom and son weekend

Loved being in Bend. The house was perfectly located to enjoy walking along the river to downtown. We had a great time. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

We loved our stay here. Very close to river and walkable to town. Super comfy bed. Clean. Bikes were a huge plus. Would stay here again in heartbeat. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, well kept unit.

This place is right near the river in Old Bend, and a short walk to concerts at the amphitheater, shopping in Old Mill or downtown, and many restaurants, etc. It is right on the river front trail and has what you need for a nice stay in Bend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami G., WEST LINN

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

We would most definitely stay here again. Such a convenient location to central Bend. Clean and cozy with a great little yard out back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Murray S.

Liked: Cleanliness

River Gem

We really enjoyed our stay. The location was absolutely perfect!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Place for Our Stay

Fantastic property with no better location for my wife and my visit to Bend. Very clean and great layout. We loved using the bikes to explore all of Bend! The backyard is perfect to relax and watch all the activity of passersby running, biking, and walking their dogs. We walked to dinner every night! Highly recommend and would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful little gem!

Had a wonderful and easy stay. The location really could not have been better with easy access to parks, the river, places to eat and drink and the amphitheater. We loved the beach bike cruisers that were provided and used them to quickly get to town or tour the area with perfect access to all the bike friendly trails. Also a great location for an easy float of the river. We, and our dogs, we’re very comfortable for the week.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie Ann K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Rental Surprisingly Close to the River

This rental was the perfect size for my husband and I, and very well appointed. We noticed a coffee grinder on the shelf and picked up some local beans, alas the grinder didn’t work, I let the management know and there was a brand new one waiting for us when we got home from our days adventure. Also, bed was comfy and the knives were sharp. As far as the location goes, we didn’t realize we were right next to the river and the trail that goes along side of it, but at the same time we could easily walk to the downtown area. There is also a terrific little vegetarian restaurant open from breakfast through dinner called Active Culture that was right around the corner. It was great for a quick coffee or an easy healthy dinner. The owner and management were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible Bend Location!

The cottage was the perfect size for us and being mere steps from the river was an amazing treat. Everything is within walking distance!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Great location, cute place, nice backyard
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Dallas D., Issaquah, WA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

Easy access to the bike trails and nice parks along the river. Fun to watch all the dog walkers pass by going to the park, like a dog show. Inside was nice and clean, outside could use some sprucing up and window cleaning. The bed was good quality, but too soft for my tastes.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim J.

Liked: Cleanliness

We will be back!

We really enjoyed the River Gem Bungalow. It is in a great location, and we hope to book it again this summer. The neighborhood was very quiet and had great walking trails and river access.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy R., Windsor ,CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, close to Old Mill district

We visit Bend twice or more a year. We usually come up with other couples and find a larger home, this time it was just my wife and dog. I looked for a one bedroom that accepts dogs and found this awesome place. It is exactly what we needed, it is close to the Old Mill District, it is very quiet and located on a dead end street that backs up to the entrance to the river park. Everything is within walking distance. The house was clean, and had everything we needed. I liked how the backyard was fenced in so our dog could roam around after a day of hiking. Over all I was very pleased with this rental and would definitely rent this place again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

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