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The Wild Iris House

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Joseph, OR
  • Place, Wallowa County Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Wallowa River
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Wallowa Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Joseph

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Wallowa River and Iwetemlaykin State Heritage Site. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Iwetemlaykin State Heritage Site - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wallowa County Museum - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Wallowa River - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Maxville Heritage Interpretive Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Wallowa Lake - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Pendleton, OR (PDT-Eastern Oregon Regional) - 150 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Embers Brew House - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cheyenne Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Blythe Cricket - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cloud 9 Bakery & Deli - ‬10 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.

The Wild Iris House

Come stay in our Newly Renovated, Mid-century Home In The Heart Of Joseph, Oregon! After Raising Our Family In This Beautiful Valley Just A Town Away, We Decided To Purchase And Renovate This Home For Visitors To Enjoy. We Have Thought Of Every Detail, To Ensure A Wonderful Experience. New Amenity! Newly installed Level 2 electric car charger for your convenience!
When We Travel, Comfort, Sufficient Space And A Good Kitchen Are Essential. For This Reason, We've Furnished The Home With New Queen Beds (plus A Hide-a-bed In The Living Room), And Equipped The Kitchen To Its Fullest Extent. We've Even Refinished the Original Hardwood Floors!

Easy Check in! We'll send you a digital code before your check in for the front door. Safe, efficient, and private!

Hoping For A Cozy Night In? Enjoy Some Dinner And Our Smart TV Which Is Compatible With Your Netflix And Hulu Accounts. The Couches Are very Comfy And Ready For Relaxation.

Want To Watch The Sun Go Down? Relax On The Back Patio And Enjoy A View Of The Wallowa Mountains And You Might Just Want To Stay Forever.

Prefer To Explore The Town? Our House Is A Quick Walk To Downtown Joseph. We Will Give You All The Local Inside Scoop So You Soak It Up To Its Fullest Extent. Hint: If You Need A Pick-me-up, Stop At Arrowhead Chocolates For A London Fog Tea And A Hand-crafted Huckleberry Chocolate Truffle.

Feeling Energetic? Our Home Is Just 1/4 Mile From Iwetemlaykin State Park For An Easy Jaunt, And A Mile To The Foot Of Spectacular Wallowa Lake. This Lake Offers Water Sports, Picnicking, Fishing And Everything Else Fun in the Summer. New Sidewalks were Installed in 2022 from The Wild Iris House to the Walking Path which Leads to Wallowa Lake. Easy Walking!

We Can't Wait To Give You A Glimpse Of This Wonderful Area! Our Home Is Your Home.

Looking for a larger vacation home? Check out our sister property in Enterprise, OR named the Camas House. #847218!

Sorry, No Pets Or Smoking Allowed. Maximum 6 people.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker. Change of bedsheets is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 800 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home in Joseph is within a 10-minute walk of Wallowa River, Wallowa County Museum, and Iwetemlaykin State Heritage Site. You'll also find Valley Bronze Gallery & Foundry and Maxville Heritage Interpretive Center less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

Yes, there is electric car charging available.

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.

What do couples enjoy most about The Wild Iris House?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does The Wild Iris House have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Wild Iris House?

Yes, every accommodation at The Wild Iris House comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.

The Wild Iris House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 188 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 188 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 188 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 188 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 188 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Flawless check in. Responsive friendly owner. Cozy clean home with comfortable furniture and beds, quailty towels and sheets, plenty of kitchen supplies. Binder with guides to restaurants and local attractions. Truely everything we needed for our stay. I wish all of our VRBO experiences were this nice. We had a great time exploring the Joseph area. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Britany E., Boise, USA

Disliked: Cleanliness
The location was fantastic and the kitchen was well stocked kitchen. The house wasn’t cleaned well and my husband had back issues because of the mattress.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sadly, our trip was cut short by some bad news from home. We will look forward to a long relaxing stay another time!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

christy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and cozy! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., Medford, OR

Liked: Cleanliness

You know that place in your dreams? This is it!

Once in a lifetime you find the place in your dreams where time stands still and people are genuinely nice, where deer munch on the apples in your yard, where everything is green and clean and safe and sunny. And there are lakes and rivers, streams and ponds and hiking trails and views that make the Grand Canyon look puny. And there are no crowds anywhere. Friendly neighbors make you feel at home from the moment you drive up to the Wild Iris. The beds are really comfortable, the A/C works very well. The kitchen is well-stocked with everything including a huge spice rack and blender, and there is a good washer and dryer with plenty of laundry soap. The owner is so nice and helpful. We felt like friends from day one. We are booking our next stay here now.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Houman A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, comfortable beds, clean and very well appointed. Joesph is a great little town with plenty of things to do in and around the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot with views and an easy walk into town.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol L., Eagle, Idaho

Liked: Cleanliness
Always an enjoyable stay at the Wild Iris House.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and house for the three of us. We have a two year old kid and the place was great for him. He loved the toy tractor and the deer obviously. Having a high chair was great. House is very close to the lake and downtown Joseph.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Place

This is our second time at this property. We loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy stay in a great location!

We had a great stay in the Wild Iris House. Set against a beautifully mountain backdrop, it is located right on the edge of downtown Joseph and within walking distance of virtually all the best shops and eateries in town. Each day of our stay, we had unexpected visits from wildlife, including a six-point buck casually walking through the yard munching on leaves from neighboring trees. And if you lay out under the stars at night, you have a striking view of the Milky Way during the darkest hours of the evening. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vaca

Had an amazing time in Joseph
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurel G.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Iris House

The property exceeded our expectations! The house was adorable and had everything we needed. Loved the openness of the living room/kitchen/dining nook. The sun in the morning streamed in and lit up the house. The bed was comfortable, and the sheets were soft. The heat/air was easy to use, and we used both during our stay haha. We sat out back at the patio table and watched the deer meander by and listened and watched the robins. The neighbors were friendly and kind (One neighbor apologized because she thought she was being too loud. She wasn’t.) The house is in a great location and has a view of the mountains from the beautiful backyard. The flowers and plants up front make it super cheerful & inviting. The kitchen is great and has nice appliances. We ate every breakfast and 4 dinners at the house during our 6 day stay. Kathy was super responsive during the process and I felt very comfortable with her and her rental. I highly recommend staying for any length of time; you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry G., Gresham oregGon

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved staying at the wild iris. We could walk to Joseph because it is so close! And a short drive to Wallowa lake was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Araceli Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

I love it

I found this home very welcomely and calm. I love seen the deer on the back yard.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great views and a cozy house

Nice, cozy house within walking distance of the cute downtown with shopping.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melisa S., Louisville, KY

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Stay

I, my husband, and his 96 year old mother stayed at the Wild Iris House for a week. It was comfortable, extremely clean and well-stocked. The location was ideal for our outings and on the days Mom decided to stay in, she was comfortable and well-entertained by the deer! Kathy was quick to respond to my questions beforehand, and everything was so well-ordered and instructions so thorough, we had a relaxing, no hassle visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great location, clean place. Walking distance to town and a little further to lake. Clean and had everything we needed. Lots of deer. And a very sweet neighbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful !

Beautiful house and location ! The house had everything we needed and more. We really enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this property !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina C., Las Vegas

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Small Town Oasis

Kathy's house is absolutely adorable. It's perfectly located between the charming town of Joseph and the stunning Wallowa Lake. We loved our stay immensely. The kitchen is extremely well appointed, and the house has everything needed to feel like a safe, relaxing haven. The deer nibbling on the apple trees in the backyard was the icing on the cake. Truly loved it here, and would stay again in an instant :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Joseph Iris House

We had a wonderful experience at this home. The place was very clean and the location was excellent. Easy walk to downtown Joseph.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Place

Was very happy with house, location, cleanliness , accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melody D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Home on Joseph, OR

We were very pleased with this home. Very comfortable in every aspect. Well stocked kitchen and linens/towels to use. Very close to everything we did, including going to town for great meals, riding the tram up to the top of Mt Howard and going to Lake Wallowa. We would highly recommend this home and hope to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

We had a delightful stay here! The property was just right for our small family and the owner was great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024