With a stay at this vacation home in Lake Oswego (Blue Heron), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Washington Square Mall and Bridgeport Plaza Mall. .This vacation home is 13.5 mi (21.7 km) from Moda Center and 13.7 mi (22.1 km) from Oregon Convention Center.
Oregon Health and Science University - 18 min drive - 17.4 km
Oregon Zoo - 20 min drive - 21.8 km
Getting around
Tualatin Station - 13 min drive
Oaks Park Station - 17 min drive
Portland International Airport (PDX) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 4 min drive
Aji Tram - 15 min walk
MOD Pizza - 5 min drive
Oven and Shaker - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
ORIGINAL 1927 COZY LAKEFRONT BUNGALOW WITH WRAP AROUND PORCH
Wrap around porch, vaulted ceilings and grand fireplace in this quaint home.. sit on the porch, relax on a chaise or jump on a paddle board. Three bedrooms have queen beds. Completely furnished including basics for cooking like spices, flour, sugar, oils and vinegars. Close to downtown Portland, Lake Oswego restaurants, shops, theatres, golf courses, walking paths and parks. Outside fireplace . Guest room over the detached garage is sometimes occupied.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Cathleen Walker
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Table tennis
Basketball nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Winery tours 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
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,700 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Original 1927 Cozy Lakefront Bungalow Wrap Around Porch House
Original 1927 Cozy Lakefront Bungalow Wrap Around Porch
Original 1927 Cozy Lakefront Bungalow Wrap Around Porch House
Original 1927 Cozy Lakefront Bungalow Wrap Around Porch House
Original 1927 Cozy Lakefront Bungalow Wrap Around Porch
ORIGINAL 1927 COZY LAKEFRONT BUNGALOW WITH WRAP AROUND PORCH Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 36 reviews
10 - Excellent
21
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
8 - Good
4
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 36 reviews
6 - Okay
5
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 36 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 36 reviews
2 - Terrible
4
7.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Maryl F.
27 Sept 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Location awesome
The property location was ideal. Beautiful spot. Although the host was very nice, she stayed on the property. In addition, there are no window treatments for privacy. We prefer to not have the host remain on the property and would not consider renting again because of this.
Maryl F.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Richard C.
12 Sept 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely location. Tired cottage
Enjoyed the location. Did not enjoy the ants in bathroom and kitchen also found cottage to be dirty and buggy inside and out. Owners possessions were in closet area. Owners was also on site in adjacent apartment on property. Probably would not go back unless issues above changed. Did enjoy the lake view
Richard C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Debbie S., Mesa, AZ USA
24 Aug 2024
Eclectic Experience
Property & Location are outstanding. Host/Owner resides in apt above garage when when rented which made for some awkward moments. Based on previous reviews, we knew what to expect. Very limited closet space & parking. We also were familiar w/location of property as we lived in area for 30+ yrs. We likened our stay as if we were staying in "Aunt Harriet's house". Overall, very enjoyable experience. Thank you Cathleen & Mac.
Debbie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
4/10 Poor
John S.
9 Aug 2024
Beautiful View of the Lake
Charming old cottage but a strange stay. The owners lived on premise and left all of their possessions in the rental. There was no dresser in the bedroom, closets filled with their clothes, all drawers and cabinets filled with their things. No room to unpack clothing, no kitchen shelf space for groceries. Hoarders with lots of old, old stuff.
John S.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
4/10 Poor
Scott B.
17 Jun 2024
Nice property but bad experience
Great property right on the lake, but there’s no fence between the yard and the lake, so not exactly child or dog friendly. Property was undergoing construction while we stayed there, so it was very loud with lots of people coming through, so no privacy for our small kids and had our dogs on edge. Owner was on site in the apartment above the garage. She was helpful and tried to make our stay better, but if we knew it was under construction we would have never stayed here.
Scott B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
2/10 Terrible
Sarah r.
13 Dec 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Never stay here again!
Although the location was nice the property was not. The owner told me that the lake was not drained near the house, but it was. The dock in the online picture shows a white gate but in reality, there is no gate. So, if a child was out there unattended, they could potentially fall off the dock down about 10 ft to rocks or if the water was at level drown. The boat house has a deck on top, but the railings were falling over and there was a hold in the roof. Not safe to go up on. The master bedrooms closet was packed with owner's stuff leaving very little space for our things. The upstairs rooms were poorly heated. The refrigerator and freezer were clean out for our food but there were no cabinets in the kitchen for our dry foods. One cabinet has an open bag of potato chips and crackers.
Overall, it was as if you went to a complete stranger's home, and they just left for a weekend leaving everything they own as is and you had to jockey around their stuff. Did not feel like a "Vacation Rental." My big concern was would the owner come back and accuse us of doing something because EVERYTHING THEY OWN was accessible to us.
It was nice they allowed pets, but I would never stay here again.
Sarah r.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jeane H., Lewiston, Idaho
9 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular lake view!
Cathleen provided the perfect escape for my family of 4 + fur baby. The house was well stocked and comfortable. We especially enjoyed the huge back porch and yard. The dock was great for fishing and provided my son the opportunity to catch a very large bass. We would love to come back here again!
Jeane H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kamal T.
20 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Charming lake side property
A very enjoyable and relaxing stay at Cathleen’s property. Lovely location and great proximity to everything in Lake Oswego. Cathleen was helpful throughout the arrangements and the property is a charming home.
Kamal T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
6/10 Okay
Laurie S.
2 Dec 2022
Classic Lakeside Bungalow
The location was perfect for our needs. Plenty of room for the four of us. Loved being on the lake and having fires in the outdoor fireplace on chilly evenings. We had everything we needed for the week, but would have appreciated some drawers, closet space and clearer house instructions, such as what was expected of us on departure. The interior was clean and the bungalow has retained it's charm, but the photos of the exterior were taken some time ago and should be updated. I would not recommend for children as there are many knickknacks and personal items throughout the house.
Laurie S.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cesar C.
19 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Location
Adorable house , Great Lake location
Cesar C.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rob K.
23 Sept 2022
Beautiful setting, great value
If you are looking for a hotel-like experience, this isn't the place for you. But if you want to eat breakfast on a deck overlooking a beautiful lake with $5 million+ homes, have a 75 foot long dock from which you can launch paddle boards, and make S'mores in an outdoor fireplace, this might be it.
The house is almost 100 years old, lodge-style, clearly built as a weekender for an affluent Portland family in the Roaring '20s. It has been upgraded to an extent, but it has the feel and charm (and some of the issues) of its age.
But it has everything you need and then some. It's right on the lake, so expect to brush away some spider webs and some debris from the 125' douglas Firs.
We stayed for a full week. Cathleen is a dear, and was very communicative. Yes, I'd stay there again.
Rob K.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
6/10 Okay
Sam M.
14 Sept 2022
Cozy lakefront retreat with great proximity to city
My wife and I had a terrific time exploring Portland and the PNW with this as our home base. Lake Oswego is lovely, there are plenty of restaurants, and great proximity to the city. Right off the bat, know that this is a home and not a rental, the house is well lived in and the owner's things are in all the cabinets and closets so if you're there for an extended period of time, you won't have much space for your stuff. I think the spider presence is a little understated in the description and reviews, but when we asked something to be done about it, someone did come and clean which was much appreciated and made a huge difference. The dryer also will randomly stop drying because it thinks the lint trap is disconnected. Mostly just minor stuff, but overall it was a great stay.
Sam M.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jill S.
18 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great house on the lake. Loved the old house charm and it was so quiet which was exactly what we needed. Great communication!
Jill S.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sara J.
11 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Gem of a home
This well-loved home was a lovely stay on beautiful Lake Oswego.
Sara J.
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Beth L.
20 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed my stay
Enjoyed my stay
Beth L.
Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2022
2/10 Terrible
Cathy T.
18 Feb 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
Home not commensurate with other homes on the lake
Not well maintained home. Yard covered in geese faeces issue with my dog. Left property after 3 nights. Had paid for 14. Homeowner unwilling to acknowledge problem and did not refund me. Many issues, unstable floorboards in bedroom,- covered with cardboard, mold in bathroom, deck covered in geese excrement/potential hoarding/fire hazard, washer/dryer in a cellar with precarious steps down. Marketing a lake home in a very good area but property is completely misrepresented and owner is only interested in income. Very unfriendly and resides in second unit on property when renting the other space. Yard had probably not been maintained entire winter. Will never use VRBO again!!!
Cathy T.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022
8/10 Good
Barrie L.
5 Jan 2022
Wonderful family stay
We really enjoyed our stay as a family of four over the holidays. The large family/living/dining room overlooking the lake is a special place and was just beautiful with fresh snow on the ground. Nice kitchen and cozy bedrooms. Responsive owners. Recommend for those looking for a comfortable lakeside stay at a reasonable rate.
Barrie L.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Robin M.
22 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
A Very Special Place
We spent a lovely week in the quaint, cozy and peaceful home on the lake with a beautiful 14' xmas tree which added ambience for the season. Although it rained the whole time it was still amazing to gaze at the lake while staying warm and comfy inside with the large fireplace. Perfect for rest and relaxation which was just what we needed. Charming & full of character with nice hosts it was ideal for us.
Robin M.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Marti C.
26 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We spent eight days at this beautiful cottage and enjoyed every minute. The house is well stocked with cooking supplies and equipment. Since our nearby family visited often, we really enjoyed the plentiful seating, inside and out, and the backyard on the lake. The lake view is amazing. We would definitely stay again.
Marti C.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jaimie V.
18 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet cottage in great location
We loved staying at Cathleen’s cottage while in Lake Oswego. It is exactly as pictured, and you can’t beat the location right on the lake! Easy communication with Cathleen throughout (they even brought us a new toaster when the old one went out!). We were very comfortable for our week long stay. Would definitely recommend and stay here again.
Jaimie V.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Lisa P.
26 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Marvelous
We thoroughly soaked up every minute of our stay in this unique, restful, beautiful, and rustic bungalow! From the beautifully fall decorated entrance, to the wrap around porch that allows stunning lake front views, to the pine trees whispering in the wind, our stay felt like a true visit home! We will definitely come back again!!!💕💕💕
Lisa P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
2/10 Terrible
Shivon M.
14 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Stay on the lake in Lake Oswego
We loved our stay in this charming original cottage on Lake Oswego. It was perfect and the owners were some of the best people we've come to know. Everything was as described, even with all the 2020 mishaps of covid-19, once in a 100 hundred year wind storms and fires resulting, in the great state of Oregon. We would love to come back and enjoy another 2 week stay. We would recommend this property for a true Lake Oswego experience on the lake. Very relaxing! Wonderful owners! Beautiful views!
Shivon M.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Lynn S.
21 Jul 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Family Fun
My husband and I had the pleasure of staying at Cathleen's adorable cottage while visiting my two adult sons, who live in Lake Oswego. Her cottage was perfect in every way for our family. Lots of lake activities, a well-stocked kitchen, comfy beds and beautiful lake views from the lake front porch. We enjoyed long walks with the dog through the beautiful surrounding neighborhoods and sunset paddle boarding down the winding canals. Truly a memorable trip and hope to stay there again on our next trip up to Oregon.
Lynn S.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Melinda C.
25 Jun 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Lake house
Incredible location. Fun to paddle board
Melinda C.
10/10 Excellent
margaret r.
17 May 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Dreamy lake cottage
This place was exactly what I was looking for! I was alone and wanted a quiet small home on the lake. It was my first time in Lake Oswego and staying at this beautiful home was a bonus! There were paddle boards, a fire pit, and a comfy hammock to take in the views.Thank you Cathleen and Mark!
- Margaret