Located in Brightwood, this vacation home is adjacent to Sandy River and within a 10-minute drive of Salmon River. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Timberline Lodge Ski Area - 51 min drive - 28.4 miles
Cascade Station - 53 min drive - 43.6 miles
Restaurants
Dragonfly Cafe & Bakery - 5 min drive
Coffee Brewsters - 8 min drive
Barlow Trail Roadhouse - 9 min drive
Chicali Cantina - 8 min drive
Naan N Curry Mt. Hood - 8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Sandy River Group Getaway 3
Summary:
One of 4 custom built vacation rentals on the Sandy River, come enjoy everything the northwest has to offer! Don’t see the dates you want?, there’s 3 more identical houses to book! Relax in the hot tub as you listen to the sound of the river. Feast on marshmallows roasted over a fire in the woods. Explore over a half mile of trails along the bank of the Sandy River. Tons of recreation awaits; biking, climbing, hiking, fishing, and of course fantastic ski resorts.
Managed by owner / builder
The Space:
Message me to match with a house that has the dates you need available, or search for Sandy River Group Getaway. Created as the ultimate vacation rental, this house features a stunning kitchen, a massive master bedroom with soaking tub, two upstairs suites with full baths, one bedroom downstairs, and a bunk room with 8 twin beds. All the woodwork and much of the furniture was hand built from wood harvested from the property. The 700 sq ft covered deck features a hot tub, BBQ, outdoor dining table, and tons of seating.
This 6 acre property has an outdoor fire pit area, picnic tables, hand built log bridges across the seasonal creek, two beach areas (depending on water levels) and access to a community trail that follows the Sandy River.
5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms
Master Bedroom - King Bed, shower and soaking tub, vaulted ceiling
Suite 1 - King Bed, shower, vaulted ceiling
Suite 2 - King Bed, shower
Bed 1 - King Bed
Bunk Room - 8 Twin Beds
Guest Access:
Guests have access to the entire house. Outdoor area is shared between 4 houses, but there is plenty of space for everyone. There are 4 separate outdoor fire pits, available on a first come first serve basis. Dedicated parking for 4 vehicles, with shared overflow space.
The Neighborhood:
Nestled by the Sandy River on Brightwood Loop Rd, you feel miles away from civilization, but in reality are less than 5 minutes away from HWY 26 near Zig Zag. At mere 20 minutes from Timberline Lodge, you can beat the traffic up the mountain to ski without having to get up too early.
Other Things to Note:
Tankless water heater supplies endless hot water to ensures that everyone can get clean and warm after a day on the mountain. Run 2-3 showers at same time.
EV Chargers have Tesla (NACS) Style plugs, if you need an adapter, please bring it with you. Chargers are rated for 8KW and charge a Tesla from 0% in about 9 hours.
It snows here occasionally. Winter on the mountain is unpredictable, chains / shovel for your vehicle are recommended.
Good internet, reasonable cell service. Some GPS / apps will try to send you to the middle of the Sandy River, cross check with the location map!
The Sandy River is COLD, as we are near the glaciers that feed it. It is also fast moving and swimming or wading is recommended to only be done at low flow in the summer.
Please check with local authorities for burn bans and fishing information. Clackamas County regulations allow for 15 guests maximum, if you have a larger group, consider booking 2 adjacent houses on this property.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
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
General
Electric car charging station
Garden
Unit size: 3,500 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 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
Absolutely no smoking anywhere on the property.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
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.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Brightwood, just steps from Sandy River. You'll also find Mount Hood National Forest and Salmon River within a short drive.
Is there parking available at Sandy River Group Getaway 3?
Yes, there is an electric car charging station available.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
Is Sandy River Group Getaway 3 a good place to stay for couples?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a hot tub.
Does Sandy River Group Getaway 3 have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will 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 Sandy River Group Getaway 3 have connecting rooms available?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies at Sandy River Group Getaway 3?
Yes, every house at Sandy River Group Getaway 3 comes with a balcony.
Sandy River Group Getaway 3 Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Shelley B.
Feb 5, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Dream home !! Met every expectation!!
Shelley B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Cambria S.
Nov 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The house and location were great, perfect for celebrating a milestone birthday with family. We appreciated the open floor plan and well-stocked kitchen, as well as the surrounding beauty. We experienced a few disappointments that made the overall experience less than perfect, especially for the price we paid, but hopefully these issues can be remedied for the next guests: - The fireplace didn't work, and while we were told on a daily basis that someone would come out to look at it, no one ever did.- The glasses were clearly dirty, so we opted to hand wash all our dishes before using them the first night. We realized later that the dishwasher is very finicky to get started and the soap hadn't dispensed from the previous guests; it would've been nice if the cleaners had noticed this before putting the dishes away. - We couldn't open the heat register in the downstairs bedroom which would've been appreciated on cold November nights; fortunately, there were lots of extra blankets in the house.
Cambria S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
LINDA K., Greenville, NC
Apr 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Mt Hood
I stayed with family for a ski trip for 1 week. The house was very clean with a kitchen that was well equipped.We cooked several dinners while we were there. The beds were comfortable. We enjoyed the fire pit in the back. There is plenty of wood to burn.My only complaint is there are 4 exact same houses in a row. One group on the last night was drunk and yelling obscenities in the hot tub. I was glad I did not have small children and the drunk party went inside.
LINDA K.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brian L.
Mar 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend. Great location and accommodations
A party of 5 enjoyed our annual Boys Ski adventure - with 4 days of fantastic skiing Mt Hood - the Meadows. Host Michael helped with 1-2 special requests, giving local directions and a truly wonderful venue. Spacious, all ensuite bed/bathrooms, kitchen/great rooms, hot tub, location, etc. All-in-all a great stay and somewhere we'd love to return. Absolutely beautiful. Wonderful stay. thank you!
Brian L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ana-Maria R.
Oct 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
The best house for a large group!
We had a wonderful 3 night stay at the Sandy River Group #3 house. Let me tell you, this house is stunning! The accommodations were clean, well taken care of and very roomy! Everything was clean and we felt right at home. We had enough room for everyone to sleep and each room had a bathroom which is always a plus!
The only thing I would change is more seating in the living room and bonus room area, other than that we made do with the chairs around the house. We will be back!