The River Retreat- 5 Bedroom Home on The Willamette River in Salem Oregon
About this house rental
Enjoy the beautiful Willamette river & sunset views while sitting around the fire. Kayak , fish, or float during the day, and retreat to your oasis in the evening. With 5 bedrooms, a large living and family room for everyone, and an open kitchen for entertaining, our home has everything you need for your perfect getaway. Enjoy the view from the exquisite sunroom w/heated wood floors. Beautifully landscaped, with a patio area and BBQ for entertaining. Room for large families and groups of friends looking to get away.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Salem, OR
House in Salem, OR
Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
$$$$
Reviews
4.7/5.0
Outstanding(28 Reviews)
5.0
We loved the beautiful home. Thank you!
2.0
While the house was a good size to get our family together and had great views of the river, the experience was diminished by the ant infestation in the kitchen and the overall feeling of neglect.
We found numerous dirty dishes in cabinets and drawers that were feeding the ants. The ants were so out of hand that we had to store food in the fridge, microwave or stove to try to keep our food ant free. Ants were obviously an issue previously because we found dried up ant traps in the closet.
The house was also very dim. Many light bulbs were burned out and the ones that were there were strangely dim, you'd turn on a table lamp they put out just enough light to brighten the lamp shade but not enough to lighten the room. We ended up buying lightbulbs ourselves as there were only decorative bulbs in the house. Of course, when we replaced the bulbs the shades were dirty.
We found 3 folding tables in the closet but 2 of them were broken. The dining room chairs were also in poor condition and very wobbly. One of the table lamps in a bedrooms had a broken switch and couldn't be turned on at all.
Overall our general feeling is that that house needs attention. The kitchen needs a thorough cleaning and organization. The rest of the house also needs a spring cleaning and all furniture should be checked and repaired or replaced as necessary.
5.0
Highly recommend this as an escape to nature while having the conveniences of restaurants, grocery stores, etc. It was a great getaway for a family gathering. Highly recommend.
4.0
Great location to relax and unwind. The house itself is a bit dated but comfortable. All in all a good value.
4.0
Great Location
Great location to relax and unwind. The house itself is a bit dated but comfortable. All in all a good value.
5.0
The house was perfect for our wedding weekend. It was important for us to have room for our.group and this was perfect. Rooms are upstairs, the fire pit was great and you can't beat the view of the river from the beautifully manicured yard. There were some items in the house that need attention but overall it was perfect for our.group. We would recommend this house. Our other guests loved it too. The owner is responsive
5.0
Amazing for large families
The house was perfect for our wedding weekend. It was important for us to have room for our.group and this was perfect. Rooms are upstairs, the fire pit was great and you can't beat the view of the river from the beautifully manicured yard. There were some items in the house that need attention but overall it was perfect for our.group. We would recommend this house. Our other guests loved it too. The owner is responsive
5.0
We, 2 children and 5 adults enjoyed our stay. Fire pit on the river was wonderful.
5.0
This property provides an amazing access to the Willamette River, from the patio fire pit, to the bank-level fire ring, to the floating dock. Just watching the river flow by from the family room is a treat!
5.0
Great stay on the river.
We, 2 children and 5 adults enjoyed our stay. Fire pit on the river was wonderful.
4.0
The location was lovely, never tired of looking at the river. We had pretty ample room for our extended family which included a 5 year old all the way to 22 year old. The little boys fished off the dock and my grandson caught his first fish and he was delighted. The entry to the dock was a little precarious, requiring focus and steadiness, I think that was a problem. Two problems we had in the house was lighting, some of the lighting was too low to be effective and a number of bulbs were burned out. Also the pillows were terrible, thin and lumpy. I think it's time for some replacements there. The mattresses were good though, we all slept well. Also I don't think the cleaners were very thorough. Luckily we are not super concerned about that but there were dust bunnies here and there. This of course is not the owner's fault but I'm just saying. The neighborhood was lovely and extremely quiet. It was a good house for cooking, ample counter space and room for multiple people in the kitchen. I particularly loved the sunroom where I spent lots of time reading on the day couch. Very comfy. I did not contact the owner about any problems as they weren't deal breakers for us and I didn't want to bother them with such minor matters. They have a lovely home, I hope they are able to keep it for a long time.
5.0
Terrific river access
This property provides an amazing access to the Willamette River, from the patio fire pit, to the bank-level fire ring, to the floating dock. Just watching the river flow by from the family room is a treat!
4.0
Nice family getaway.
The location was lovely, never tired of looking at the river. We had pretty ample room for our extended family which included a 5 year old all the way to 22 year old. The little boys fished off the dock and my grandson caught his first fish and he was delighted. The entry to the dock was a little precarious, requiring focus and steadiness, I think that was a problem. Two problems we had in the house was lighting, some of the lighting was too low to be effective and a number of bulbs were burned out. Also the pillows were terrible, thin and lumpy. I think it's time for some replacements there. The mattresses were good though, we all slept well. Also I don't think the cleaners were very thorough. Luckily we are not super concerned about that but there were dust bunnies here and there. This of course is not the owner's fault but I'm just saying. The neighborhood was lovely and extremely quiet. It was a good house for cooking, ample counter space and room for multiple people in the kitchen. I particularly loved the sunroom where I spent lots of time reading on the day couch. Very comfy. I did not contact the owner about any problems as they weren't deal breakers for us and I didn't want to bother them with such minor matters. They have a lovely home, I hope they are able to keep it for a long time.
4.0
Beautiful view of the river and beautiful home.
4.0
House by the River
Beautiful view of the river and beautiful home.
5.0
Nice, quiet neighborhood with beautiful yard, outdoor gathering area and dock on the river. Enjoyed peaceful mornings on the dock watching the large fish and birds. Indoor space was smaller than anticipated based on the pictures. Beds were clean and comfortable. Sunroom definitely heats up in the afternoon, so use the room divider shade to keep the heat out of the rest of the house. 10 minutes to downtown Salem and 15-20 minutes to West Salem wineries. Overall, we had a lovely stay at The River Retreat.
5.0
Beautiful Home
Nice, quiet neighborhood with beautiful yard, outdoor gathering area and dock on the river. Enjoyed peaceful mornings on the dock watching the large fish and birds. Indoor space was smaller than anticipated based on the pictures. Beds were clean and comfortable. Sunroom definitely heats up in the afternoon, so use the room divider shade to keep the heat out of the rest of the house. 10 minutes to downtown Salem and 15-20 minutes to West Salem wineries. Overall, we had a lovely stay at The River Retreat.
4.0
The house is very spacious - a great place to get together with friends/family as we did. Nice back yard as well with grill and outdoor dining table. There are some ant problems in the house - with traps around. For us that wasn’t a big deal.
4.0
Nice place
The house is very spacious - a great place to get together with friends/family as we did. Nice back yard as well with grill and outdoor dining table. There are some ant problems in the house - with traps around. For us that wasn’t a big deal.
5.0
Great View
Perfect spot and great property for a short stay near wine country.
5.0
Took afamily trip to Oregon for my mom's birthday. It was perfect weather! Great layers in Landscaping to go down to the river & have a safe campfire! ( it is 3 flights of steps with railing & 1 slightly wiggle bridge) but amazing! There were ducks & geese. The river could put you in a trance for sleep. The driveway is long & spacious. The house was very relaxing! (TV is hard to figure out) there are 5 remotes but no Apple TV remote so download it on your phone if you want to try to watch TV. Kitchen is ready & easy for use. The BBQ grill is outside and was ready to clean up & use. Bathrooms up & down. Two flights of stairs so if you have real little ones bring baby gates for steps & bedroom. If you have kids maybe being a couple outdoor items small need balls or bubbles keeps kids busy. This is a home I would rent over and over again! I loved the easy find. Easy to settle in & great neighbors!
5.0
Moms bday weekend
Took afamily trip to Oregon for my mom's birthday. It was perfect weather! Great layers in Landscaping to go down to the river & have a safe campfire! ( it is 3 flights of steps with railing & 1 slightly wiggle bridge) but amazing! There were ducks & geese. The river could put you in a trance for sleep. The driveway is long & spacious. The house was very relaxing! (TV is hard to figure out) there are 5 remotes but no Apple TV remote so download it on your phone if you want to try to watch TV. Kitchen is ready & easy for use. The BBQ grill is outside and was ready to clean up & use. Bathrooms up & down. Two flights of stairs so if you have real little ones bring baby gates for steps & bedroom. If you have kids maybe being a couple outdoor items small need balls or bubbles keeps kids busy. This is a home I would rent over and over again! I loved the easy find. Easy to settle in & great neighbors!
5.0
Super spot for Larger Grouis
Great experience. Large comfortable home with lovely view of river. Perfect for families. Close to amenities.
5.0
We gathered with my husband’s family here. Perfect for our group of 10.
5.0
Cozy home
We gathered with my husband’s family here. Perfect for our group of 10.
5.0
weekend family gathering
great.
4.0
Great house!
We stayed here for my son’s wedding!! The house is beautiful on the river and we had a wonderful time! My only issue were trying to figure out how to work the lights in the house and we didn’t have enough towels and then found a whole dryer full of them. The cleaning crew should have had them uploaded and folded. Would definitely recommend this property!!
4.0
Father’s Day Weekend Getaway
Amazed with how big the place was, and had so much time with family.
4.0
June visit
Enjoyed the home. Very comfortable home.
4.0
Beautiful
We really enjoyed our stay and the location. The house is spacious and clean. Unfortunately the outlets in the cabin do not work ( and lots of cobwebs) and so we were short a bed for our group, since it was COLD at night without a heater. Also, maybe the water isn’t hooked up to the fridge? We couldn’t make it work.
5.0
Loved the location.
We had a wonderful time there! Really dark driveway, light switches inside were confusing, but everything was great! Thank you!
5.0
The property was large, comfortable, and very spacious for a group. The setting was peaceful and serene, yet centrally located and accessible. The view of the river with all of the Fall foliage was a beautiful sight - we even had a deer walk through the backyard on our last morning. I loved it here, and would come back in a heartbeat.
5.0
Great for a Long Weekend with Family
We visited for a long weekend with the extended family. It was a great alternative to a hotel for the kid cousins (9, 6, and 1.5) who went to the adjacent playground and took many “nature walks” through the backyard. The house was clean and well-stocked with cooking equipment, a grill, and a few games/toys for the kids. We were initially a little disappointed that the hot tub was closed (first week of October), but settled on a fireside chat instead. Overall, a great experience.
5.0
Wedding Weekend!!!
My new wife and I loved this home! It was a perfect home for our very small group of wedding guests to stay and enjoy each others company instead of being stuck in hotels. It was so enjoyable to go outside in the mornings to sit and drink coffee while watching the deer feed and people go up and down the river in many different types of boats. We absolutely would book this home again if we ever needed it!
5.0
Beautiful view by the river. Very cozy and welcoming.
5.0
Loved the riverside spot
Clean house with adequate space. Loved the 4 seasons room and small cabin by the river!
5.0
Beautiful and Friendly
Location was outstanding, direct access to river was a huge plus for fun scenery. My 2 year old was with us during our stay and place is great for kids and he had an absolute blast.
Mary-Anne was very friendly and professional, very easy to get a hold of with questions. Great stay all around
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Salem?
The average price for a rental in Salem is $130 per night. This rental is $353 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The River Retreat- 5 Bedroom Home on The Willamette River in Salem Oregon. 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 The River Retreat- 5 Bedroom Home on The Willamette River in Salem Oregon pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The River Retreat- 5 Bedroom Home on The Willamette River in Salem Oregon?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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