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The Burrow - Your Forest Refuge by the Sandy River

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Living area
Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10185.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Rhododendron, OR
  • Place, Sandy River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Hood Meadows
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Timberline Lodge Ski Area
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Number of living rooms

About this property

The Burrow - Your Forest Refuge by the Sandy River

Summary:

The Burrow at Zig Zag



The Space:

Inspired by the warm, whimsical spirit of the Weasleys’ home in Harry Potter, The Burrow is a cozy yet spacious cabin tucked into the lush Mt. Hood National Forest. Whether you're seeking quiet solitude, family connection, or outdoor adventure, this forest sanctuary offers the perfect mix of rustic charm and modern comfort.



What Makes The Burrow Magical:

A soak under the stars in a private hot tub



3 bedrooms + open floor plan dining/living rooms + a separate family room + 2 outdoor decks for extra space to spread out



Floor-to-ceiling windows with unobstructed forest views



Just 30 second walk to the Sandy River with trail access right out the back door



Sleeps up to 10 guests comfortably—perfect for families, friend groups, or retreats



Layout & Amenities:

3 Bedrooms + Bonus Family Room with 7 beds for flexible sleeping arrangements



2 Fireplaces (gas & electric) for cozy nights in



Fully stocked kitchen with modern appliances (including dishwasher), spice cabinet, and outdoor grill for home-cooked meals



Smart TVs on both levels—one for adults upstairs, one for kids downstairs



Washer & dryer for longer stays or muddy hikes



Family-Friendly Features:

High chair, crib, and children's books for little ones



A legendary board game cabinet stocked with games and puzzles for all ages (Settlers, Azul, Ticket to Ride, Poker set, IFYKYK)



Plenty of indoor and outdoor space for play and relaxation



Location Highlights:

Direct access to Mt. Hood National Forest out the back



Steps to the Sandy River and minutes from iconic hiking trails



A peaceful, secluded feel—yet close to the best that Mt. Hood has to offer



Whether you’re curled up by the fire, gathered around the table for games, or soaking in the hot tub after a day of exploring, The Burrow is a true home-away-from-home in the forest. Come unwind, recharge, and create memories that will last a lifetime.



SHARED AMENITIES

-Pool (seasonal)

-Tennis court (seasonal)



THINGS TO KNOW

-Streaming services are available with your own accounts.

-There are children's books, games, and toys, and a high chair.

PERMIT ID#78198

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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

Rhododendron

Located in Rhododendron, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Sandy River and Mount Hood National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mountain Sports and Rainbow Trout Farm. Alpine Slide and Mt Hood Cultural Center and Museum are also worth visiting.
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Rhododendron, OR

What's nearby

  • Sandy River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mount Hood Meadows - 36 min drive - 48.8 km
  • Hood River - 39 min drive - 53.3 km
  • Timberline Lodge Ski Area - 47 min drive - 37.4 km
  • Lost Lake - 58 min drive - 56.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Dragonfly Cafe & Bakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Brewsters - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Barlow Trail Roadhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chicali Cantina - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Naan N Curry Mt. Hood - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Burrow - Your Forest Refuge by the Sandy River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Burrow - Your Forest Refuge by the Sandy River?

As of 21 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Burrow - Your Forest Refuge by the Sandy River on 9 Aug 2026 start from AU$375, 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.

What time is check-in at The Burrow - Your Forest Refuge by the Sandy River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Burrow - Your Forest Refuge by the Sandy River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Burrow - Your Forest Refuge by the Sandy River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Sandy River and Mount Hood National Forest. Mountain Sports and The Courses at Resort at the Mountain are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great neighborhood, amenities and the house was clean and very well stocked. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Gigantic house right on the river

This house has everything a family could want for a riverside getaway on the mountain. It's just perfect in every way. The beds are super comfortable, the kitchen is well appointed, there's seating for everyone, and the multilevel design means everyone can spread out and have space to relax or play.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

GREAT STAY

Clean house, safe & beautiful neighborhood. Very kid friendly. Spacious. Best stay experience I’ve had thus far.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

Amazing house!

Love this house! I'm excited to see it in the snow ❄️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea C.

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

Great mountain cabin

Loved this cabin. Very spacious for two families. The tweens loved the retro video games, the packed game closet and the giant bean bag chairs. Very convenient to have two bathrooms. Enjoyed the open concept and the well-stocked kitchen. Great location for a ski trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ian K.

Burrow

Stellar location in the woods. Can hear the rushing creek. Lots of little trails to explore right from the front door, close to other Mt hood trails. Really comfortable home, with a unique and fun layout. Can't wait for our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Chelsea Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Located at the end of a quiet neighbourhood, with a “strict HOA” enforced set of rules. We had some issues with the hot tub and due to being here during a holiday, the host took 24 hours to get back to us on it. Which for us was a whole day of our trip. The hot tub definitely wasn’t clean before we got there, like didn’t smell of clorine clean and had scum. And the water was low.The overall house is really nice and cozy and comfortable. The woods are beautiful. The heat resetting to 50 at night is horrible. And it felt a little more like staying in a cabin with bedding and towels, rather than say a hotel. There was just a lack of those amenities and extra touches.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We are happy you enjoyed this home. We sincerely apologize for the issues you have encountered during your stay. We'll continue to work closely with both our local staff and the homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful getaway in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

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

The Burrow - a great place to nestle in or basecamp from

The home is clearly loved by its owners. I thank you for sharing it. I hope to make another stay. I was sad to have to leave. Thank you for the artworks, the book and games selection, the well appointed kitchen. Loved the forest surroundings with the river gurgling aloud and the quiet neighborhood -- a balm to my city-life eardrums.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Keiko S.

Nice location

More like 3.5 stars due to issues we encountered during our stay, but this house is in a really nice location close to the river. The house was clean and the games and kids stuff was nice for toddlers. Roku was not usable and the heat wasn't fully working throughout our stay, and the owners weren't reachable so it wasn't ideal, but it was fine for a long weekend. Also the upstairs bedroom is not a fully closed off room so you can hear everything going on in the house and vice versa.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2023
Thank you for your feedback, Keiko! We are pleased o read that you enjoyed the home and its location. Although, we sincerely apologize for the aspects of service that fell short as this is not our standard. We take your feedback as a means to improve and hope for another opportunity to impress you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wintertime in paradise

A lovely modern style home facing the woods in a peaceful quiet nook of Zigzag. The kitchen dining and living space shares open walls and windows gazing out into the trees. A lovely place to get away from busyness or noisyness (or both :) and let the easy quiet surrounding nature seep into dusty corners of the mind.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Renee E.

Such a fun getaway!

I love the Harry Potter theme and all of the big windows. It was nice to sit around the fire and play games. Although we brought our own, there was a big cabinet full of games to play. There was also an art bin for kiddos. The kitchen is spacious and well stocked. The beds and seating were comfortable throughout the house. I can't wait to visit this home again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Martin R.

Beautiful location

Wonderful and quiet location. You can hear the river, explore the trails (lots of different access points to the river), and walk to the community swimming pool. Unfortunately when we arrived all the outside garbage cans were overflowing and getting strewn around by critters. The garbage wasn't collected for three days so this was quite inconvenient — picking up the garbage of other guests wasn't in our vacation plans! The front door lock is also a bit finicky with the provided key — it needs lots of jiggling to work (we almost had to call Vacasa as we were convinced the wrong key was in the lockbox)! Future guests may also want to take their own dishwasher detergent — we booked a four-night stay (4 adults, 3 children) and only two dishwasher detergent tablets were provided. Other than these inconveniences we had a wonderful time. The house was clean and the kitchen was well stocked! The pack and play and high chair were appreciated! We would definitely come back again!
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Hi, Martin! We're glad you stayed with us and apologize for the trash issue. Trash service is scheduled weekly, but we can pick-up trash at our guest's request when ended. The key was cut a little wonky, but it works fine with a little wiggle. Thank you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Amazing place!

The Burrow was absolutely the perfect place to stay. It was clean, comfortable, nicely decorated and nestled in the woods near the beautiful river. Will definitely rent it again!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

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