10/10 Excellent
Don W.
25 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don’t miss this place
Don W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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Mountain View Cottage, Walk Everywhere, Huge Fenced Yard
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 479.0 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Joseph, OR
- Wallowa Lake4 min drive
- Wallowa Lake County Park Public Beach4 min drive
- Wallowa Lake State Park13 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Mountain View Cottage, Walk Everywhere, Huge Fenced Yard
Our sunny, charming cottage offers awesome mountain views, a cozy fireplace, full kitchen, excellent beds, a perfect deck, and a huge yard for your pup to romp. Only 3 blocks from downtown Joseph and a mile from Wallowa Lake, you will love using Serendipity Cottage as your adventure basecamp in Joseph.
The cottage was builtin the 1940s, and we've maintained the original arched doorways, built-in cabinets, and hardwood floors. What you will love about staying here:
--King bedroom + queen bedroom
--Awesome mountain views from the deck and front windows
--Huge fenced yard
--Being walking distance from everything in Joseph
--It's quiet! In town, but miles away.
--Cozy fireplace
--Outdoor fire pit for evening gatherings
--Well-stocked kitchen
--Living room TV with streaming capabilities (no cable)
--High speed internet
Serendipity Cottage is close to everything:
*Downtown Joseph: 3 minute walk
*Wallowa Lake: 20 minute walk or 4 minute drive
*Terminal Gravity Brewing: 6 miles
*Wallowa Lake Tramway: 6 miles
*Zumwalt Prairie: 25 miles
*Imnaha: 30 miles
*Salt Creek Summit: 20 miles
*La Grande: 75 minutes
*Bend: 6 hours, 15 minutes
*Portland: 5 hours, 20 minutes
The cottage was builtin the 1940s, and we've maintained the original arched doorways, built-in cabinets, and hardwood floors. What you will love about staying here:
--King bedroom + queen bedroom
--Awesome mountain views from the deck and front windows
--Huge fenced yard
--Being walking distance from everything in Joseph
--It's quiet! In town, but miles away.
--Cozy fireplace
--Outdoor fire pit for evening gatherings
--Well-stocked kitchen
--Living room TV with streaming capabilities (no cable)
--High speed internet
Serendipity Cottage is close to everything:
*Downtown Joseph: 3 minute walk
*Wallowa Lake: 20 minute walk or 4 minute drive
*Terminal Gravity Brewing: 6 miles
*Wallowa Lake Tramway: 6 miles
*Zumwalt Prairie: 25 miles
*Imnaha: 30 miles
*Salt Creek Summit: 20 miles
*La Grande: 75 minutes
*Bend: 6 hours, 15 minutes
*Portland: 5 hours, 20 minutes
Property manager
Stephanie Anderson Stroup
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
No dogs on furniture please.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please pickup after your pup, handwash your dishes, and if you have time to start a load of towels we appreciate it!
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
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
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Joseph
Located in Joseph, this cottage is in the mountains and on a lake. Stein Distillery and Wallowa Lake Tramway are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wallowa Lake and Iwetemlaykin State Heritage Site. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Joseph, OR
What's nearby
- Maxville Heritage Interpretive Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Wallowa County Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Wallowa Lake - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
- Wallowa Lake County Park Public Beach - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
- Wallowa Lake State Park - 13 min drive - 11.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Terminal Gravity Brewing - 10 min drive
- Arrowhead Chocolates - 6 min walk
- Red Rooster Cafe - 11 min drive
- Range Rider Tavern - 11 min drive
- Cloud 9 Bakery & Deli - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
6.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Julian P.
26 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stat
Julian P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shelly N.
20 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Shelly N.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eva
18 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Eva
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
8 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great location
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
James E.
25 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway weekend
James E.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen P.
10 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serendipity Cottage
Kathleen P.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melissa W.
1 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mama + kid quality weekend
Melissa W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ruth B.
6 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic getaway for hiking dog lovers!
Ruth B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
William S.
19 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house, great location
William S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Wesme P.
27 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Wesme P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Clarence S.
12 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place!
Clarence S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Becky L.
29 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Bungalow
Becky L.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Sandy D.
12 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in every way
Sandy D.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nancy H.
17 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation!
Nancy H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robert G.
3 Mar 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 Stars!
Robert G.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
Tami W.
22 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet little house
Tami W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Tami W.
29 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great little cottage
Tami W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeff H.
25 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice relaxing stay
Jeff H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Jerald
30 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Jerald
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Leah H.
8 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect spot to take in this charming town!
Leah H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
shirley s.
26 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice.
shirley s.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Glenda P.
14 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Joseph
Glenda P.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Suzette S.
25 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy Home: Very Dog Friendly
Suzette S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sonia W.
25 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Joseph location
Sonia W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
About the host
Hosted by Stephanie Anderson Stroup
Stephanie and Adam are avid outdoorsmen that love to hike, ski, camp, river raft, and otherwise play outside. We can usually be found out on trail with our fuzzy buddies, Sara & Finnie.
Why they chose this property
We first started visiting Joseph in 1998 when a previous coworker offered to lend us her cottage for the weekend. It was during that weekend that we first fell in love with Joseph and the amazing Wallowa Mountains. Over the years, we continued to travel to the area to hike, camp and ski and became serious about purchasing a home there in 2011.
In 2013, after diligent house hunting, we found a house that we felt good about and prepared to make an offer. On the way to her office to write the offer, our real estate agent insisted we see one more house that we originally refused to look at because it was out of our price range. Upon setting foot inside the house, we instantly recognized it as the little cottage my coworker lent to us back in 1998! Needless to say, it was serendipitous--meant to be! And that little house, OUR house, is the one that we are excited to share with you.
In 2013, after diligent house hunting, we found a house that we felt good about and prepared to make an offer. On the way to her office to write the offer, our real estate agent insisted we see one more house that we originally refused to look at because it was out of our price range. Upon setting foot inside the house, we instantly recognized it as the little cottage my coworker lent to us back in 1998! Needless to say, it was serendipitous--meant to be! And that little house, OUR house, is the one that we are excited to share with you.
What makes this property unique
We chose to purchase in Joseph, rather than Wallowa Lake because we like the easy access to amenities like restaurants and shops, and we like the sunshine! The homes in the community of Wallowa Lake are tucked right up against the mountain-side, making the days feel shorter and cooler once the sun goes behind the mountain. Where ever you choose, this neck of the wood is amazing. We think you'll love it here!
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