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Warm & cozy cottage with a wood stove in a great Government Camp location

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A wooden interior with a sofa, coffee table, and a fireplace.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.
A wooden interior with a dining area, kitchen, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a stack of firewood, and skis leaning against the wall.
A rustic cabin with a wooden porch, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a sign that reads 'GRETEL.'

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Hit the slopes
    Guests love the location for nearby skiing.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Mt Hood Cultural Center and Museum
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Firepit
  • Internet access
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Government Camp, OR
  • Place, Mt Hood Cultural Center and Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Summit Ski Area
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Hood Ski Bowl
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

About this property

Warm & cozy cottage with a wood stove in a great Government Camp location

Summary:

Gretel Cabin



The Space:

Gretel Cabin is a charming and comfortable Mt. Hood home where storybook memories are waiting to be made. This warm and cozy cabin features a rustic pine interior that gives the home its fairy tale feel. After an enchanting day of skiing or sledding, guests can gather around the wood stove to share stories and warm up with their favorite hot beverage. This property has a spacious, well-equipped kitchen that opens to the living area.



What’s nearby:

This home is located at the center of Government Camp, close to just about everything you could possibly want to see or do while visiting Mt. Hood. The home is within walking distance of a number of great restaurants in town. Skiers will enjoy easy access to Mt. Hood Skibowl, while the Timberline Resort and Mt. Hood Meadows are both less than 11 miles away.



Things to know:

Free WiFi

Full kitchen

PERMIT ID#STR-457-12

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5178751vb
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
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Government Camp

Located in Government Camp, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Timberline Lodge Ski Area and Cascade Ski Lift are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Hood National Forest and Mirror Lake Trail. Mt Hood Cultural Center and Museum and Amaze'n Maze are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and mountain climbing nearby.
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Map
Government Camp, OR

What's nearby

  • Mt Hood Cultural Center and Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Multorpor Chairlift - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Summit Ski Area - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mount Hood Ski Bowl - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Timberline Lodge Ski Area - 29 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ram's Head Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's Mountain View - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ratskeller - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mazot - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Ski Bowl East - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Warm & cozy cottage with a wood stove in a great Government Camp location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Warm & cozy cottage with a wood stove in a great Government Camp location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Warm & cozy cottage with a wood stove in a great Government Camp location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Warm & cozy cottage with a wood stove in a great Government Camp location located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Mt Hood Cultural Center and Museum, Amaze'n Maze and Summit Ski Area. Mount Hood National Forest and Cascade Ski Lift are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Cody L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very steep stairs to the upper loft. But it all worked and was functional.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2026
Thank you, Cody, for sharing your experience with us. We appreciate your understanding regarding the steep stairs to the upper loft. While we strive to create functional and comfortable spaces, we know that some features can be a bit challenging. We're glad to hear that everything worked out for you during your stay. Your feedback helps us continue to improve and ensure that our homes meet the needs of all our guests. We hope to welcome you back for another visit soon, where we can provide you with an even better experience.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

Best little cabin ever!

Cute beyond cute, and very cozy. Perfect location for skiing, hiking, running, fishing, and dining.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Great place to stay for ski camp

Very cute cabin - lovely deck and stays cool in summer heat. Easy drive to Mt. Hood.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

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

Perfect for weekend getaway

Great access to everything in town by foot. Trailhead just steps away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy M.

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

Vacation

Nice cabin with a great location near Mt. Hood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Poornima G.

great house to spend your holiday!!

Gretal Cabin very clean and had everything for our family with 2 kids to stay for 2 nights. our stay was very comfortable. I will definitively go back to Gretal if i am around mt hood!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allyssa H.

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

Sweet Cabin

The cabin was in the perfect spot. It was close to the trails and to town. It was very clean and nicely appointed as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexander F.

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

Fun & simple

Walk to Govy & nice quiet location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jana N.

Cozy little house

We really enjoyed our stay in this tiny house. It is very small especially the dining area for our family of 5 people but we could handle it and had a wonderful stay. The kids loved the upper floor!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie C.

Ski Camp

I was there with my daughter and her friend for a summer ski camp. We LOVED staying at the Gretel Cabin. Walking distance to everything and the cabin was so cozy and lovely. We will definitely come back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was clean and cute. Very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

celeste G.

Darling, comfortable Cabin.

Right in the heart of Government Camp, close to everything! An updated 1960s cabin, with many cute features. A ladder leads to the upper floor, kids love it, adults not as much. 2 full bathrooms are a huge plus here, also a nice yard with fire pit. Will stay here again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gretel Getaway

This cabin is amazing. It packs a lot of punch for such a small space and based on the surrounding homes, they are just wasting valueable natural space. Everything you need, nothing you don't. Well kept. An absolute Mt.Hood gem.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

Just what we needed :)

Exactly what we expected. Thank you for extra towels linens and kitchen —pot pans silverware ect
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Brian S.

Cute little cabin

It’s just how it looks. Nice small cabin with one main bedroom and two open loft rooms with twin beds. The ladder sat airs are tricky but it’s warm and cozy. The main bedroom is a good size but the bed needs replacing. You can feel the springs through the mattress . Other than that the place is great. Our family had a fun time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Thank you for sharing your feedback, Brian. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate you letting us know there is room for improvement, and we'll pass your comments regarding bed comfort onto our management team for consideration. We hope to have another chance to impress you in the future!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Charlene K.

Adorable Cottage for petite guests

Totally cute cottage! Queen bed in basement and 4 twin beds on the second floor, accessd via a ladder. Great for kids! Low ceiling in basement, not good for tall folks. Kept bumping head. Toilet raised up on a platform, making ceiling even lower. Ackward.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Daniel M.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location, but not fully cleaned inside.

The stove and some dishes were still dirty. We found a used pan with spatula in the oven. Used water bottle up stairs, the upstairs door wouldn't fully close. Great & amazing location, love the snow covered area, didn't leave and axe for the wood they provided but that's nothing to bad. Stairs to the too floor could use a rail. Kids going up and down was a little sketchy. All in all, nice place. But could use some fixing here and there. I tried to contact the folks about the non cleanliness, but they haven't gotten back to me.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer L.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location but cabin is in need of some TLC

"Gretel" was our family basecamp for 8 nights while our teens attended a Ski Camp at Timberline/ Mount Hood, 15 min away. Great location! Property is managed by International Vacation Rental Company, Vacasa, whose agents are professional & friendly on the phone. However, they appear to have challenges getting maintenance & cleaning staff to this location as evidenced from condition of unit upon arrival, rectifying on site issues during our stay & hiring incentives posted in the Govy local paper. The cabin has great bones, and lovely thought out family-friendly decor. With some TLC - a deep clean, fridge & tap repairs, the cabin would be show ready. Note: There is no dishwasher. While this adds to the rustic feel of the cabin, dirty dishes, cutlery, pots, cupboards, etc. tarnish the overall impression of this location.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov 2023
Hello, thank you for sharing your experience with us, we are glad you enjoyed our lovely home. We appreciate your comments and suggestions to help us improve in the future. The home does not list a dishwasher. Please be sure to check the listing amenities to be sure everything important to you is present before booking. We hope to host you for another truly carefree and great vacation in the future!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Sydney D.

Cute and pretty clean, no instructions or help

The house is cute. A few things to consider: the ladder to the attic is sketchy and the "bedrooms" up there have a very low ceiling, no separator walls. There's no dishwasher. No info on how to operate the Nest heat control on the wall. Wrong internet network and password were sent upon check-in. The 3-4 wall heaters do not work at all, we were there during a cold spell and the basement (main bedroom) was literally freezing. Cold enough to keep us awake at night. Most of the Govy rent houses are set up with a supply of chopped wood, but not this one. No way to contact anyone to ask for help. We left 4 days early.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Hello Sydney,We are glad you enjoyed this location and apologize for the issues you experienced during your stay. We encourage guests to reach out to our property management team directly via the contact information provided in check-in instructions, as our professional, dedicated team is standing by should any need arise. We hope for the opportunity to better serve you in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
What a cute little cottage! Totally adorable! Perfect for a couple with young children who like to climb up to the loft. We had 5 TALL adults in our party, so maneuvering around was a bit tight. Kept bumping head in the basement bedroom. Raised toilet (on a platform) and shower made for really low ceiling in the bathroom. A bit ackward.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

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