Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow
About this house rental
The River Gem Bungalow is a bright and cheerful one bedroom treasure nestled in the heart of Bend`s popular Westside with a location that can`t be beat! Right across the street from the Deschutes River, it is within walking distance of the Old Mill District, historic downtown, Hayden Homes Amphitheater, and numerous breweries. Directly behind the house is Bend`s newest park, Miller`s Landing: a riparian strip of riverfront with nesting osprey, walking trails, and excellent river access. Only a few steps away is a charming footbridge that takes you over the river on an easy walk to Columbia Park and "Pirate Playground", a wonderland for kids. This natural-contemporary style home features high ceilings, lots of windows, a cozy loft and artistic touches that highlight the authentic Bend lifestyle. Relax on the deck or under the aspens in the big backyard, surrounded by mature trees and landscaping. If you prefer to get out and explore, there are plenty of hiking and mountain bike trails just minutes from town in the Deschutes National Forest. The spectacular Cascade Mountains and many lakes are an easy 20 minute drive providing endless opportunities for outdoor adventures. This home proudly features European style bedding with fresh, clean duvet covers and high thread count linens, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and microwave, washer, dryer, wireless internet, and much more for you to discover!
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Bend, OR
House in Bend, OR
Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for pets
Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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Reviews
4.7/5.0
Outstanding(85 Reviews)
10.0
Our 2nd time at this cozy little spot and we love it! Perfect for a couple and their 4 legged children. Cheers and Thank You!
5.0
As others have noted, this is a VERY walkable location, though it is a couple blocks minimum to just about any business. One of the walking bridges across the Deschutes is literally across the street, which is very convenient to wander just about anywhere in central bend. Even in cold, rainy December there were walkers/runners/bikers/dogs coming past the house every 3-5 minutes all day.
Overall very clean, pictures represent it very well. Cute bikes available in the shed, off-street parking. Nice yard for the dogs.
5.0
Loved being in Bend. The house was perfectly located to enjoy walking along the river to downtown. We had a great time. Thank you
5.0
We loved our stay here. Very close to river and walkable to town. Super comfy bed. Clean. Bikes were a huge plus. Would stay here again in heartbeat. Thank you!
5.0
This place is right near the river in Old Bend, and a short walk to concerts at the amphitheater, shopping in Old Mill or downtown, and many restaurants, etc. It is right on the river front trail and has what you need for a nice stay in Bend.
5.0
We would most definitely stay here again. Such a convenient location to central Bend. Clean and cozy with a great little yard out back.
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay. The location was absolutely perfect!
5.0
Fantastic property with no better location for my wife and my visit to Bend. Very clean and great layout. We loved using the bikes to explore all of Bend! The backyard is perfect to relax and watch all the activity of passersby running, biking, and walking their dogs. We walked to dinner every night! Highly recommend and would stay again in a heartbeat!
5.0
Had a wonderful and easy stay. The location really could not have been better with easy access to parks, the river, places to eat and drink and the amphitheater. We loved the beach bike cruisers that were provided and used them to quickly get to town or tour the area with perfect access to all the bike friendly trails. Also a great location for an easy float of the river. We, and our dogs, we’re very comfortable for the week.
5.0
This rental was the perfect size for my husband and I, and very well appointed. We noticed a coffee grinder on the shelf and picked up some local beans, alas the grinder didn’t work, I let the management know and there was a brand new one waiting for us when we got home from our days adventure. Also, bed was comfy and the knives were sharp. As far as the location goes, we didn’t realize we were right next to the river and the trail that goes along side of it, but at the same time we could easily walk to the downtown area. There is also a terrific little vegetarian restaurant open from breakfast through dinner called Active Culture that was right around the corner. It was great for a quick coffee or an easy healthy dinner. The owner and management were friendly and helpful.
5.0
The cottage was the perfect size for us and being mere steps from the river was an amazing treat. Everything is within walking distance!
5.0
Great location, cute place, nice backyard
5.0
Great place
Great location, cute place, nice backyard
5.0
We visit Bend twice or more a year. We usually come up with other couples and find a larger home, this time it was just my wife and dog. I looked for a one bedroom that accepts dogs and found this awesome place. It is exactly what we needed, it is close to the Old Mill District, it is very quiet and located on a dead end street that backs up to the entrance to the river park. Everything is within walking distance. The house was clean, and had everything we needed. I liked how the backyard was fenced in so our dog could roam around after a day of hiking. Over all I was very pleased with this rental and would definitely rent this place again.
4.0
Great spot
Easy access to the bike trails and nice parks along the river. Fun to watch all the dog walkers pass by going to the park, like a dog show.
Inside was nice and clean, outside could use some sprucing up and window cleaning. The bed was good quality, but too soft for my tastes.
5.0
We really enjoyed the River Gem Bungalow. It is in a great location, and we hope to book it again this summer. The neighborhood was very quiet and had great walking trails and river access.
5.0
We will be back!
We really enjoyed the River Gem Bungalow. It is in a great location, and we hope to book it again this summer. The neighborhood was very quiet and had great walking trails and river access.
5.0
Great location, close to Old Mill district
We visit Bend twice or more a year. We usually come up with other couples and find a larger home, this time it was just my wife and dog. I looked for a one bedroom that accepts dogs and found this awesome place. It is exactly what we needed, it is close to the Old Mill District, it is very quiet and located on a dead end street that backs up to the entrance to the river park. Everything is within walking distance. The house was clean, and had everything we needed. I liked how the backyard was fenced in so our dog could roam around after a day of hiking. Over all I was very pleased with this rental and would definitely rent this place again.
5.0
Definitely gave me a tiny house-like experience. Kitchen was too small for me to cook dinner but the endless dining out options in Bend solved that problem. I was a bit uncomfortable with no window coverings in the back of the house because of the proximity to the pedestrian traffic. The bed was super comfy but not the pull out couch. Sleeping in the loft and getting up during the night seemed a bit risky. Needs a little touching up here and there. But, overall, I loved the place and would rent again.
5.0
Perfect Location
Definitely gave me a tiny house-like experience. Kitchen was too small for me to cook dinner but the endless dining out options in Bend solved that problem. I was a bit uncomfortable with no window coverings in the back of the house because of the proximity to the pedestrian traffic. The bed was super comfy but not the pull out couch. Sleeping in the loft and getting up during the night seemed a bit risky. Needs a little touching up here and there. But, overall, I loved the place and would rent again.
5.0
Fantastic Location
Great little bungalow near the river. Easy walk/bike to Downtown or Old Mill District. Property was clean and tidy & neighborhood was peaceful and quiet.
5.0
Great spot in Bend!
Nice little spot, amazing location for going out to eat and drink around town. We walked or used the bikes that are at the house. Also right off the river path so super easy for running or walking the dog!
5.0
Great location…great backyard for dogs!!
Great little rental for 2 adults and their dog. Fenced in yard is ideal when Fido needs his moments. Thumbs Up!!
5.0
Comfortable and convenient
River Gem bungalow was a delight to say in. Its pale yellow walls and high white ceilings, black and grey accents provided a pleasing and cozy environment for relaxing. We cooked our dinners in the little kitchen. My only complaint is they did not provide any coffee beans.
5.0
This property is in a prefect location and is just right for a couple wanting to get away.
5.0
Relaxing Bungalo
This property is in a prefect location and is just right for a couple wanting to get away.
5.0
Perfect Getaway
This little cottage is perfect blend of cozy and efficient. We love the location!! Will add to our list of places we like to stay.
5.0
Awesome Location
This is a clean, cozy cottage and we enjoyed it very much!
This unit is a smaller space, but it's perfect for a couple or a small group of related individuals (or unrelated individuals who are comfortable with one another). I say this because the bathroom is only accessible by going through the bedroom.
Our favorite aspect of this property is the location, which his awesome. The cottage is not on the river directly, but it's just a few yards from the end of the walking path that goes along the river. It's a very easy walk to Old Milltown along the walking path, and it's easy to walk downtown through the old historic neighborhood.
We locked ourselves out of the house on Thanksgiving day (beware, the doors don't automatically unlock when you open them from the inside), but customer service was GREAT in very quickly helping us get back inside.
We would definitely stay here again!
5.0
Phenomenal Location!
This cute, comfy bungalow is in an absolutely unbeatable location for enjoying Bend. Loved being right next to the river and Miller's Landing, and an easy walk to Old Mill, Box Factory, West Side/Galveston, and Downtown. Fenced yard made it perfect for a stay with our dog.
5.0
What a great location! Enjoyed BBQ on back patio, biking into town and the river. Would definitely stay again.
5.0
Quick summer escape
What a great location! Enjoyed BBQ on back patio, biking into town and the river. Would definitely stay again.
5.0
Great stay
Property was spotless which during COVID is a huge relief. Easily walk to the river and bars and restaurants. Will stay here again!
5.0
Wonderful fenced in yard for dog and one block from the river for a walk. Lovely location and cozy home.
5.0
Great location and dog friendly
Wonderful fenced in yard for dog and one block from the river for a walk. Lovely location and cozy home.
5.0
Perfect location, charming, clean and dog friendly! We had great time in Bend (even during the " covid" shut down). The cute cottage near walking paths, river activities, and was an easy walk to restaurants, and shopping. It was a great fit for us.
5.0
river gem
Perfect location, charming, clean and dog friendly! We had great time in Bend (even during the " covid" shut down). The cute cottage near walking paths, river activities, and was an easy walk to restaurants, and shopping. It was a great fit for us.
5.0
My dog and I were initially going to be staying here by ourselves while I took a wilderness medicine recertification class. My husband joined us last minute and we had a lovely vacation/ class this past week. The location was perfect. We could walk everywhere we needed to. I love that the hosts provide bikes too. The house was just the right size and the bed was incredibly comfortable. That's the best I've ever slept while traveling. The yard was also great for our dog to play.
5.0
Great Little Getaway
My dog and I were initially going to be staying here by ourselves while I took a wilderness medicine recertification class. My husband joined us last minute and we had a lovely vacation/ class this past week. The location was perfect. We could walk everywhere we needed to. I love that the hosts provide bikes too. The house was just the right size and the bed was incredibly comfortable. That's the best I've ever slept while traveling. The yard was also great for our dog to play.
4.0
We enjoyed our stay here. It is small but cozy and within walking distance of everything.
4.0
Great Location
We enjoyed our stay here. It is small but cozy and within walking distance of everything.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Bend?
The average price for a rental in Bend is R 3,297 per night. This rental is R 737 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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