[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Living the Dream on the Lovely Willamette River Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993600/18993563/75bbb28b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993600/18993563/d5c50653.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993600/18993563/35228f91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993600/18993563/d0da5080.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993600/18993563/42b42735.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Riverfront Retreat, a serene escape nestled in a quiet neighborhood near downtown Portland, offers the perfect blend of comfort and relaxation. Unwind by the natural wood-burning fireplace or soak in the beautiful cedar hot tub right on the riverbank under an enchanting one-hundred-year-old weeping willow tree. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Kitchen - Fireplace - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Living the Dream on the Lovely Willamette River Very beautiful, private getaway! Cozy and comfortable with all the amenities including a fully stocked kitchen, plush towels and linens, spa robes, beach towels and washer/dryer. Walking distance to Milwaukie's Farmers market, shops and restaurants. Minutes to many local breweries and restaurants galore. Beautiful cedar hot soaking tub right on the riverbank beneath a stunning one-hundred-year-old weeping willow tree. New! A gorgeous amber gas fire pit next to the hot tub! It doesn't get better than this! Keurig Coffee & Treats are supplied with your stay as well as Chocolates on your bed. Your main bed is open studio-style and located right next to a natural wood-burning fireplace. looking out to the beautiful Willamette River view through large windows which adjoining the living room. The main full bath has a shower and a bath tub. The decor is very romantic and soothing. The basic booking includes 3 queen beds and 1.5 baths. An additional private suite with a queen bed and full bath is available for those who book 7+ guests or need more than 3 beds or the additional bath. Let me know in advance if you need the extra bed and full bath as it is a separate suite which may be included for no additional fee other than a one-time cleaning fee of $150 per night pp. This additional suite is never rented out to other guests at the same time, the property is all yours, not shared with anyone. You have a private deck, large hot tub right on the riverbank, two outdoor grills and several lovely seating areas, as well as full access to the entire beautiful grounds. In the summer you also have a private beach. You will truly fall in love with it here! The new MAX Orange Line is now open, making travel without a car a breeze! The MAX stop is walking distance and will take you to downtown Portland in a 20 minute scenic ride. Travel to and from the airport is also a breeze with the new MAX rail. Enjoy comfort and privacy in this beautiful oasis and enjoy all that Portland has to offer! This home is nestled within a quiet, friendly neighborhood located just a short drive to downtown Portland (12 min.), and the heart of Sellwood-Moreland (3 min.) with nearby freeway entry allowing for convenient access to the airport (20 min.). Mass transit is just a few blocks away. The Portland area abounds with wineries and we are only 20 minutes from the North Willamette Valley and Dundee Hills wine country. Enjoy the nearby Milwaukie & Moreland Theaters, Milwaukie Farmer’s Market (on Sundays), Portland Saturday Market, Oaks Park, New Seasons Market, Fred Meyers, Saburo's Sushi, Jade Thai, Ginos Italian, Portofino Italian, ChaChaCha Mexican Taqueria, and a variety of restaurants including brew pubs, coffee shops, family-friendly and fine dining. Downtown Portland is only 12 minutes away and a few must-go-to restaurants are Jakes Famous Crawfish (A Portland classic! Try the Dungeness Crab Leg Saute'!) and Portland City Grill for an amazing view of the city and fabulous food and ambience. Hop on the freeway and be at Multnomah Falls and beautiful hiking in the Gorge in only 40 minutes. Go another 30 minutes and you will be in Hood River, windsurfing capital of the world. Enjoy wineries, see the windsurfers and kite boarders, do the Fruit Loop, eat, drink and be merry ~ they have quaint bistros, fabulous dining and numerous festivals. For mountain enthusiasts, Mt. Hood's Government Camp is only 1 hour 11 minutes from our home, (or continue on from Hood River and be there in 30 more minutes) where you will find SkiBowl, Timberline Lodge, Mt. Hood Meadows ski resort, lake and river fishing, hiking, and much more. Take the Mt. Hood Scenic Byway for a very full day! Property manager nearby, available any time you need anything, just call. \*Note: This is a gorgeous property, and I get numerous requests for holding events here such as weddings, family reunions, etc., however, we are in a neighborhood and must be respectful of our neighbors, so we can no longer allow events. The city will not allow it. Small gatherings are OK as well as photo shoots with pre-approval. If you are wondering if your idea or gathering is considered an "event" please ask, it is possible that we can work something out. \*Please note that this property is not recommended for elderly/handicapped folks who have difficulty walking as there are stairs to access the property and yard. Keywords: suite, studio, resort, spa, house, bungalow, casita, hale, Ohana, Bnb, Portland, OR. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Memory foam mattress ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 9 steps to reach entrance - No elevator - Smooth flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Boat - Golf - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino 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 - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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 - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 1,400 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78330000/78329400/78329325/2041f89a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Magnificent Home on Banks of the Willamette River, Hot Tub, Fire-Pit, Cornhole, 9 Miles to Downtown Oak Grove - 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No events allowed. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Pets considered with prior approval. $75 pet fee. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Live Dream Lovely Willamette River House Milwaukee Live Dream Lovely Willamette River House Live Dream Lovely Willamette River House Milwaukee Live Dream Lovely Willamette River Live the Dream on the Lovely Willamette River Milwaukie Live the Dream on the Lovely Willamette River Milwaukee Live Dream Lovely Willamette River House Live the Dream on the Lovely Willamette River Milwaukie ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.43725%2C-122.64423&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FoDKABBJkAZ-bQgUH3c2JxRM644=) Milwaukee, OR #### What's nearby - Clackamas Town Center - 7 min drive - 6.4 km - Lewis and Clark College - 12 min drive - 8.0 km - Moda Center - 14 min drive - 13.6 km - Oregon Health and Science University - 15 min drive - 8.9 km - Oregon Zoo - 16 min drive - 15.3 km #### Getting around - SE Tacoma/Johnson Creek Station - 4 min drive - Tigard Transit Center Station - 19 min drive - Portland International Airport (PDX) - 34 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪pFriem Milwaukie Tasting Room - ‬13 min walk - ‪Pietro's Pizza - ‬18 min walk - ‪Beer Store Milwaukie - ‬15 min walk - ‪The River Roadhouse - ‬4 min walk - ‪Keeper Coffee Co. - ‬13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Living the Dream on the Lovely Willamette River pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Living the Dream on the Lovely Willamette River? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Living the Dream on the Lovely Willamette River? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Living the Dream on the Lovely Willamette River located? > This family-friendly Milwaukie vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Willamette River, Oaks Amusement Park and Sellwood Riverfront Park. Oregon Museum of Science and Industry and Clackamas Town Center are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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