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Visit Bend! Cozy, Pet Friendly, Secluded Yard & Garage!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedroomsSleeps 480.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Visit Bend! Cozy, Pet Friendly, Secluded Yard & Garage!

After a day of exciting adventure & sightseeing, relax in comfort with plenty of peace and quiet at our cozy cottage, located one block off Century Drive (the main road to Mt. Bachelor and the Cascade High Lakes) and right in the heart of the extremely popular west side of Bend.

Our beautiful, comfortable, westside cottage offers a fully furnished, 2 bedroom, 1 bath home with deck, hot tub and a very private, secure back yard. Our rental sleeps 4 people comfortably, with a queen bed in the downstairs bedroom, and a queen bed upstairs. A full modern kitchen with stove, refrigerator, microwave and dishwasher, pots, pans, dishes and silverware. Linens and towels are supplied. Internet and antenna TV. A DVD library, books, games. Washer and dryer, gas heat, air conditioning and all the comforts of home are provided for your convenience.

You are within walking distance of numerous brew pubs, restaurants, delis, beautiful parks, downtown Bend, Starbucks, grocery stores, ski shops, video rentals, spas, ski and bike rentals. We're within minutes of the Hayden Homes Amphitheater (previously known as the Les Schwab Amphitheater), a water park, skating pavilion and the popular Old Mill Shopping District!

The best thing about us is we're Pet Friendly!

Our back yard is private, secure and fenced and is perfect for children and/or pets. There is a hot tub on the back, covered patio. A gas BBQ is located on the patio. The back yard also has a portable fire pit. Firewood supplied.

Juniper Aquatic Center - Public Pool: Juniper Aquatic Center, located approximately 3 miles from our rental offers swimming, aerobics, weight lifting, children's pool, lap swimming, etc. It is open year round.

Pets: Doggie bags are supplied. Pet Dishes supplied. Spare leashes supplied. Blankets for pets to lay on, supplied. All sizes and kinds of animals are permitted. $40 non refundable pet fee required.

Rock Climbing
Smith Rock State Park, a popular rock climbing site is approximately a 30 minute drive from our rental (Terrebonne, Oregon), or the Three Sisters Wilderness area located in the Cascade Lakes area, is approximately a 30 minute drive from our rental.

Museums
The High Desert Museum and the Deschutes Historical Society are both popular destinations for people interested in the history of Central Oregon and Bend history.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 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: limit 3 total
$40 pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking, vaping or cannibas allowed.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bend

Located in River West, a neighbourhood in Bend, this cottage is near a water park. Deschutes Brewery and Regal Old Mill are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Sun Mountain Fun Center and Bend Rock Gym. Travelling with kids? Consider High Desert Museum and Petersen Rock Garden. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bend, OR

What's nearby

  • Deschutes River - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Drake Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hayden Homes Amphitheater - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Old Mill District - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Downtown Bend Business Association - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Sunriver Station - 26 min drive
  • Redmond, OR (RDM-Robert's Field) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Salsa - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cascade West Grub & Alehouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Westside Tavern - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Visit Bend! Cozy, Pet Friendly, Secluded Yard & Garage! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Visit Bend! Cozy, Pet Friendly, Secluded Yard & Garage!?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Visit Bend! Cozy, Pet Friendly, Secluded Yard & Garage! on 11 May 2026 start from AU$194, 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 Visit Bend! Cozy, Pet Friendly, Secluded Yard & Garage!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Visit Bend! Cozy, Pet Friendly, Secluded Yard & Garage!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Visit Bend! Cozy, Pet Friendly, Secluded Yard & Garage!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Visit Bend! Cozy, Pet Friendly, Secluded Yard & Garage! located?

This family-friendly cottage is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Overturf Butte Off-Leash Area and Old Mill District. Deschutes River and Drake Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 115 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully maintained 1920s era bungalow. Amazing, private and fenced backyard for people and pets. Great location in Bend. Quiet but close to everything. Walking distance to fabulous restaurants and minutes to downtown shopping and venues. Hosts were friendly and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaylee K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing. Great for the dogs with a lot of walking nearby!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great little place, super quiet and close to family. Exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nichole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the cutes and coziest home to stay at. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tina m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this property very quaint and cozy. There was everything we needed and more. Lots of nice little touches. We were close to things but the home is located in a quiet area. Would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great poperty. Everthing was as advertised. I would stay again..
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was great, the back yard was excellent. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house walking distance from lots of great attractions in Bend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quiet & close to everything. Great outdoor space. Theresa & Bob are great.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was very welcoming to pets. Wood was available for a fire in the lovely garden backyard. Shops were nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

j K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 Stars. Beautiful home inside and out really enjoyed the backyard. The house had everything we could want for a wonderful stay in a great city thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denece F.

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

House waa great, really nice patio, nice neighborhood.

We had a lovely stay. Accommodations were nice, the patio and hot tub were great. The neighborhood was quiet and neighbors were super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleasent and cozy house with a wonferful back enclosed patio area. Location is perfect for exploring Bend and the Deschutes river. We'll be back@
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alexia w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
amazing property, great location but quiet neighborhood. easy check in and hosts laid everything out. I LOVED that they had a cute little doggy basket and a large sheet for my dog to use. it was nice to have access to the garage as I was repacking from camping. house was clean, welcoming and instructions were easy. thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake J.

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

Great Snowy Stay

House worked great for us. Love the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Char L.

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

Very pleasant!

Everything was perfect, Beds could be more comfortable. Overall we enjoyed our family and absolutely love the amenities. Atmosphere the landscape beautifully done!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

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

Wonderful experience

The home had all the amenities imagined. It was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amerantha B.

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

Great stay!

Had such a great stay, safe and clean house and neighborhood!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Great place

Great location, great property, great owners, just what we needed for our stay in Bend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cozy

Wonderful location and well stocked with everything we needed. Clean and cozy house!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute house in a great neighborhood of Bend! Close to downtown, river trails, etc. Quiet neighborhood and extremely private backyard. The hosts welcomed us and our dog, and quickly came to our rescue with a household emergency! Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devin A.

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

Great West side spot

Went to Bend on a quick trip to visit my oldest child. This spot was very affordable, well stocked, and minutes from everything in Bend. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judie L.

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

Perfect for doggos!

Excellent location, great/secure backyard, super clean, very quiet neighborhood. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen B.

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

Great house and neighborhood

Great property owners, cute comfortable clean house, pet friendly, wonderful centrally located property
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Vicki L.

Great place to stay

We enjoyed our little spring break getaway at this rental property. Went hiking every day and had a nice place to come 'home' to. And it was nice to be able to take our dog with us. Would stay here again without hesitation.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Fabulous renters. I would love to rent to Vicki again. Respected our home. Left it in wonderful shape. Couldn't ask for better renters.

About the host

Hosted by Theresa Skarsten

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Theresa and Bob Skarsten are true Bendites. Theresa was born and raised in Bend and Bob moved here from California in 1976.

Why they chose this property

The westside of Bend is home to the old Shevlin-Hixon and Brooks Scanlon lumber mills. Many families lived and raised their children here. The westside of Bend is now the place to be, live and visit. Beautiful parks and walking trails nearby. Numerous pubs, restaurants, shopping and activities nearby. Bend is a dog and bike friendly town.

What makes this property unique

Our home is located in the popular, westside of Bend. It has a beautiful, private, fenced back yard. It's within minutes walking, biking or driving distance to shopping, parks, paths along the river and numerous fun activities. The home itself is very cozy and comfortable. A garage you can park your vehicle in and safely store your sporting equipment. Washer and dryer. Air conditioning. Hot tub. It has a peace and comfort to it that will make you want to come back. You'll love the neighborhood and the location.

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