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

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A rustic cabin with a wooden porch, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a sign that reads 'GRETEL.' - Warm & cozy cottage with a wood stove in a great Government Camp location (Government Camp)
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted shelf, a staircase, and a ceiling light. - Warm & cozy cottage with a wood stove in a great Government Camp location (Government Camp)
A wooden interior with a sofa, coffee table, and a fireplace. - Warm & cozy cottage with a wood stove in a great Government Camp location (Government Camp)
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV. - Warm & cozy cottage with a wood stove in a great Government Camp location (Government Camp)
A wooden interior with a dining area, kitchen, and a TV mounted on the wall. - Warm & cozy cottage with a wood stove in a great Government Camp location (Government Camp)
Warm & cozy cottage with a wood stove in a great Government Camp location provides a firepit and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

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9.2 out of 10
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Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms58 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 621 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

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 mountain climbing and rock climbing nearby. Visit our Government Camp travel guide
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Government Camp, OR

What's nearby

  • A snow-capped mountain with a clear blue sky, surrounded by dense forests and rocky terrain.
    Mount Hood Ski Bowl
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • A snow-covered house with a prominent chimney and a snow-covered landscape at sunset.
    Timberline Lodge Ski Area
    29 min drive - 11.2 km
  • 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

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX)
    77 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ratskeller
    5 min walk
  • Mazot
    30 min drive
  • Charlie's Mountain View
    5 min walk
  • Ram's Head Bar
    12 min drive
  • Bullwheel Bar
    19 min drive

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).

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

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

8.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

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.
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
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
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
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