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ON THE RIVER--MIRROR POND! RIVERFRONT. BEAUTIFUL HOME, WALK TO DOWNTOWN

 
 
 
Bend house rental - Bend Living on Mirror Pond on the Deschutes River
Bend Living on Mirror Pond on the Deschutes River
 
Bend house rental - Bend Living on Mirror Pond on the Deschutes River

Bend Living on Mirror Pond on the Deschutes River

Fully enclosed, park-like setting

Fully enclosed, park-like setting

Outdoor Living on the River--at its finest

Outdoor Living on the River--at its finest

Launch Your Kayaks and Explore the River

Launch Your Kayaks and Explore the River

Makes ya hungry, doesn't it?

Makes ya hungry, doesn't it?

Fall views of Mirror Pond and Drake Park

Fall views of Mirror Pond and Drake Park

Great Place to Rest after a Great Day of Skiing

Great Place to Rest after a Great Day of Skiing

Winter Wonderland...from your Living Room Window

Winter Wonderland...from your Living Room Window

Perfect Kitchen for Entertaining Guests and Family

Perfect Kitchen for Entertaining Guests and Family

Enjoy Cooking in this Gourmet Kitchen

Enjoy Cooking in this Gourmet Kitchen

Office with WiFi Connections in the Master Suite

Office with WiFi Connections in the Master Suite

A Good Night's Rest and a Great Place to Wake Up

A Good Night's Rest and a Great Place to Wake Up

A Different Kind of Wild Life...On the River!

A Different Kind of Wild Life...On the River!

Summer Visitors

Summer Visitors

Party/Game Room for those Cool Nights

Party/Game Room for those Cool Nights

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Yard

Per night (USD) $350 - $500
Per week $2,205 - $3,150
  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps8
  • 3 Bathrooms
Minimum Stay 2 - 3 nights

Photos and Description of the Bend vacation house rental
House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)

This beautifully remodeled classic Bend home sits on 125 feet of Deschutes Riverfront on Mirror Pond. It is conveniently located within walking distance to downtown Bend and all of its stores and restaurants. Spectacular views from all of the living areas of the home partake in the seasonal rituals of wildlife on the River. Evenings on the large covered deck are punctuated by the arrivals of large flocks of geese, ducks, swans, and the occasional river otter swimming on the reflective water. Behind this serene view are the trees of historic Drake Park.

The gourmet kitchen overlooks the river and opens into the family room, wet bar and breakfast eating area. Equipped with high-end appliances that include a classic French Gas Range, two dishwashers, a warming drawer and a wine fridge, this area was designed for entertaining. Lots of counter space and direct access to the barbeque area and deck make for convenient indoor/outdoor living.

The large, covered deck on the riverfront is a beautiful place to enjoy all of your meals in the warm months, and the built-in heaters make even the cool evenings spectacular.

The kitchen, separate dining room and comfortable living room all overlook Mirror Pond through expansive windows. A gas fireplace in the living room adds to the comfort in the cool evenings.

There are two bedrooms and two baths (one en suite) downstairs comfortably furnished, one with a queen bed and one with a king bed. Each has ample closet and clothes storage space. The upstairs Master Suite overlooks the river and includes an office area (with a futon/double bed), Master Bath, and Sleeping area with a cal-king bed.

You can launch your kayaks right from the lawn and explore the Deschutes from downtown Bend to the Mill District or even practice your fly fishing into the river.

One unique feature of the property is the detached party room. The room is fully heated, has hot and cold running water and an ice maker, and is perfect for playing cards or games, smoking a cigar, or just relaxing and conversing...especially during the cooler months.

The three car garage and shop have plenty of room to store bikes, skis, and other outdoor recreational equipment. The large, park-like lawns bloom all season from over 1000 perennial plants. The property is large enough to ensure privacy, yet is located in the center of all of the amenities that Bend and Central Oregon have to offer. It offers quality ''Bend Living'' at its finest!

Things to do: Bend offers almost every outdoor activity known! Staying near downtown Bend puts you in the heart of this beautiful area and makes getting to and from your activities easy.

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Bend house rental - Bend Living on Mirror Pond on the Deschutes River

Bend Living on Mirror Pond on the Deschutes River

Fully enclosed, park-like setting

Fully enclosed, park-like setting

Outdoor Living on the River--at its finest

Outdoor Living on the River--at its finest

Launch Your Kayaks and Explore the River

Launch Your Kayaks and Explore the River

Makes ya hungry, doesn't it?

Makes ya hungry, doesn't it?

Fall views of Mirror Pond and Drake Park

Fall views of Mirror Pond and Drake Park

Great Place to Rest after a Great Day of Skiing

Great Place to Rest after a Great Day of Skiing

Winter Wonderland...from your Living Room Window

Winter Wonderland...from your Living Room Window

Perfect Kitchen for Entertaining Guests and Family

Perfect Kitchen for Entertaining Guests and Family

Enjoy Cooking in this Gourmet Kitchen

Enjoy Cooking in this Gourmet Kitchen

Office with WiFi Connections in the Master Suite

Office with WiFi Connections in the Master Suite

A Good Night's Rest and a Great Place to Wake Up

A Good Night's Rest and a Great Place to Wake Up

A Different Kind of Wild Life...On the River!

A Different Kind of Wild Life...On the River!

Summer Visitors

Summer Visitors

Party/Game Room for those Cool Nights

Party/Game Room for those Cool Nights

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Deschutes Brewery
"Good burgers and beer!"
Bend Brewing Company
Drake Park and Mirror Pond
"Events all summer long. Beautiful, cool place. Walk through this park to get downtown. Be sure to read the interesting history of how this Park and the Pond were created by the ..." read more
Riverbend Park
"This is where the bus from across the Pond will drop you and your floating device for the hour or two long drift down the river to your back yard!"
Pilot Butte Drive in
"Big, beautiful burgers. Great breakfasts. Very casual. At the base of Pilot Butte. If you get over this way, take the time to drive to the top of the Butte for a fantastic pano ..." read more
Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails
"Probably the best day in and day out restaurant in town."
Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort
"Great lifts, not long lines, close enough...about a twenty minute drive...that if you get tired or the weather changes, you can just come back home for a toddy..."
10 Barrel Brewing
"Don't miss this place. Great pizzas and always busy. These are the folks that send the pedal wagon for 20 people around the neighborhood! You can usually hear them laughing and ..." read more
Pizza Mondo
"Good pizza by the slice"
900 Wall Restaurant
"Nice upscale bar scene, good pub food. Great turkey sandwiches"
McMenamins Old St Francis School
"Unique. They have a cigar bar in the back for those who like a good brew and firepits, etc..."
McKay Cottage
"Very nice breakfast place. Always busy"
Starbucks
"No review necessary! If you like good coffee...walk to here"
Westside Bakery & Cafe
"Good breakfast! Lots of food. French toast is excellent"
Red Robin of Bend
"In the Old Mill district Shopping Center. Pretty good food for a chain. Great place if you have kids with you...."
Brother Jon's Public House
"Always crowded with locals. Very casual. Excellent food for the money...in fact, excellent food. AND reasonably priced"
Typhoon! - Bend
"Best Thai in town....walk here"
Tumalo Falls
"Cool place to hike to..."
Thump Coffee
"A real coffee house atmosphere. Good coffee. European feel"
Broken Top Club
Pronghorn
"One of the nicest golf courses in the West...beautiful conditioning, challenging courses"
Bend Public Library
Awbrey Glen Golf Club
Widgi Creek Golf Club
LA Rosa Authentic Mexican
"Good Mexican grub!"
Nearest Airport : Bend Redmond Airport, code RDM at 15 Miles
Nearest Motorway : Hwy US 97 and US 20 at 1 Miles
Nearest Beach : Front lawn for Mirror Pond, riverfront, waterfront
Nearest Barpub : Numerous within 10 minute walk at 1 Miles
Nearest Ski : 20 minutes to Mount Bachelor Ski Resort at 20 Miles
Nearest Golf : 25 courses within 30 minute drive, nearest, at 2 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Numerouis within 10 minute walk at 1 Miles
Car: necessary

This home is located within easy walking distance to the restaurants and galleries of downtown Bend. It is directly on Bend's trademark downtown river/pond, Mirror Pond. People staying at the home can use the drift tubes and kayaks to float the river, to explore about two miles of the famous Deschutes River. There is abundant wildlife that visits the property, including River Otter, Mink, ducks, geese,and birds. One can observe Osprey and Bald Eagles seasonally. It is about a 20 minute drive to Mount Bachelor Ski Area and lifts for Winter Recreation. Bend is located near old volcanic disturbances that left flows of lava, lava tubes and caves. Local Indian population lived in these caves and there are ample opportunites to hike and explore in the desert side of the Bend area. There are about 25 public access golf courses in the area. Forest hiking and fly fishing is world class in the area.

For a great family vacation, Bend is very hard to top.

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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Bend, Oregon

Rental Basis:
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Rental rates quoted in:
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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
Base Rate
$350
$2,205
2 nights
 
 
Christmas Season
Dec 14 - Jan 2
$400
$2,520
3 nights
 
 
Summer
Jun 15 - Sep 15
$500
$3,150
3 nights
 

Additional information about rental rates

Cleaning $200
Refundable Damage Deposit $1,000
Rates are subject to change without notice.
10% state and local taxes are in addition to above rates.
$200 cleaning deposit required per stay.
$1,000 refundable damage deposit required for each rental.
Tax Rate 10.0%

Cancellation Policy

Policy available by contacting owner when booking.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Bend, Oregon

Property Type:
  • house
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 3600 sq. ft.
  • 2 stories
Location Type:
  • Town ...
    Cross a footbridge, walk through Drake Park, and you arrive at the corner of Wall Street and Franklin Avenue, next to the downtown Starbuck's
  • Waterfront ...
    Only important if you like to watch flocks of geese landing at sunset, or Osprey circling overhead on search for fish from your deck...
  • Lake ...
    Actually a small reservoir, aptly named Mirror Pond. If you don't enjoy this setting, you may have aquaphobia!
  • River ...
    Mirror Pond is downtown Bend's signature setting. It is a calm, wide portion of the Deschutes river, suitable for swimming, kayaking, tube floating and wildlife watching. It is 10 feet from the deck
Theme:
  • Family
  • Luxury
  • Romantic
General:
  • Living Room
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Activities Guide
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Basic Soaps
  • Water Cooler
  • Secure Parking
  • Paper Towels
  • Alarm System
  • Wireless Internet
  • Shampoo
  • Air Conditioning
  • Laundry Soap
  • Ducted Cooling
  • Parking Off Street
  • Garage
  • Living Area
  • Security System
  • Washing Machine
  • Telephone ...
    Free local and USA long distance
  • Internet ...
    Full broadband wireless WIFI and wireless printer available.
  • Fireplace ...
    Switch on/off Gas log fireplace in living room
  • Ducted Heating
  • Telescope
  • Linens Provided
  • Filtered Water
  • Iron & Board
  • Parking
  • Alarm Clock
  • Towels Provided
  • Gas Heating
  • Heating
Kitchen:
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Ice Maker
  • Cooking Utensils
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Microwave
  • Grill
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Pantry Items ...
    Condiments and spices provided
  • Kitchen ...
    Completely remodeled...has everything needed for entertaining/serving up to 12 people. New appliances, all condiments, spices, etc.
  • Stove ...
    French made LaCanche professional 5 burner gas stovetop with one electric and one gas oven
  • Dishes & Utensils ...
    Easily serves up to 12 people.
  • Refrigerator ...
    Ice maker and water through the door.
  • Stove
  • Coffee Maker
  • Blender
Dining:
  • Dining Room
  • Dining ...
    separate dining room seats up to eight people. Kitchen table seats four. Patio table seats six, with overhead heaters (50,000 BTU's!)
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Full 1 - toilet , shower , Two sinks
    Full 2 - toilet , shower
    Full 3 - toilet , combination tub/shower
Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 king , 1 sleep sofa /futon
    Bedroom 3 - 1 queen
    Bedroom 2 - 1 king
  • Bedroom one and two have ensuite bathrooms/showers for privacy and convenience. Bedroom three has a bath/shower combination that is next to it in a private hallway, also providing very private and exclusive use. Bedroom one includes an upstairs office/sitting room as well, and in that room is a futon that will sleep two children or young adults. VRBO listing 442328 is directly across the street, has two bedrooms, and is a very convenient way to provide additional and private accommodations if you have more people in your group that could share the riverfront setting with you...
Entertainment:
  • Television ...
    HDTV in every bedroom. 55' in Samsung in Family room. Cable, including all sports channels
  • Satellite / Cable ...
    Sports channels.
  • DVD Player
  • Video Library
  • Stereo
Communication / Internet:
  • fax
Outside:
  • Walkway to Water
  • Outdoor Grill Gas
  • Outdoor Entertainment Area
  • Inflatable Boat
  • Kayak / Canoe ...
    Two kayaks available for you use from in front of your deck. Direct access to Mirror Pond and the Deschutes River
  • Bicycles ...
    Three mountain bikes available
  • Outdoor Grill ...
    Weber
  • Deck / Patio ...
    Lounge chairs, dining table...steps from the river
  • Golf ...
    Lots of courses in area.
  • Water Sports Gear ...
    Floating devices/tubes/inflateable boat available for drifting down river. City bus stops across Mirror Pond and will take you upriver to river entry location to float back to your front yard.
  • Ski & Snowboard ...
    Storage area inside and adjacent to garage. About 15 miles to Mount Bachelor lifts.
  • Lawn / Garden ...
    Park-like, fully fenced front and back.
  • Porch / Veranda
  • Barbecue
  • Wood Deck
  • Fully Fenced Property
  • 10 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • non smoking only ...
    Smoking is allowed in the separate party room, which we call the 'Bat Cave'
  • pets considered
Attractions:
  • pond
  • churches
  • restaurants
  • forests
  • library
  • museums
  • playground
  • caves
  • cinemas
Leisure Activities:
  • outlet shopping
  • scenic drives
  • sight seeing
  • eco tourism
  • horseback riding
  • paddle boating
  • walking
  • sledding
  • bird watching
Local Services & Businesses:
  • fitness center
  • hospital
  • groceries
  • ATM/bank
  • massage therapist
  • medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • hiking
  • spelunking
  • water tubing
  • mountaineering
  • rafting
  • swimming
  • whitewater rafting
  • fishing
  • freshwater fishing
  • golf
  • mountain biking
  • hunting big game
  • tennis
  • equestrian events
  • hunting small game
  • hunting
  • mountain climbing
  • cycling
  • fly fishing
  • skiing
Notes: If you need up to two more bedrooms, the home directly across the street is also listed on vrbo, number 442328. You could rent that for up to two other couples, then share the river amenities with them.

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Bend, Oregon

On the River--Mirror Pond! Riverfront. Beautiful Home, Walk to Downtown
average rating of 5.0 based on 27 reviews
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On the River--Mirror Pond! Riverfront. Beautiful Home, Walk to Downtown
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p912907
+1 831-402-7661
Bend Central Oregon
Vancouver BC
5

Wendy and Russ (Vancouver BC)

5 of 5
Submitted: April 25, 2013 Stayed: April 2013
Our stay in Bend was perfect in every way. Fun on the River felt like living in our own private park lodge. Not sure if my favourite spot to sit was the porch rocker in the morning sunshine, or curled into a corner of the sofa in front of the gas fireplace in the evening. Everything was ready for our arrival - pristine clean and the owner and local manager helpful and professional in every way. The owner even apologized after our departure for the "bad" spring weather. We laughed as though there were cool days and even a couple wild brief snow storms, we mostly experienced lots of sunshine which was exactly what we wanted after a gloomy grey winter in Vancouver. We've been to the Bend area a few times now, and always find new things to do - it is so rich in both outdoor and cultural opportunities. Returning home in the evenings we cooked up a storm with ingredients purchased from local markets like Newport Market (walking distance) and Whole Foods in the well appointed large kitchen. Nancy P's bakery is also walking distance and must be experienced! Our Shetland sheepdog was in her element with the large fenced front and back yards.

If we have the chance, we would return to Bend, and to "Fun on the River"
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
On the River--Mirror Pond! Riverfront. Beautiful Home, Walk to Downtown
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p912907
+1 831-402-7661
Bend Central Oregon
Las Vegas ,NV ,USA
5

"Perfect!"

"Perfect!"
5 of 5
Submitted: March 22, 2013 Stayed: March 2013
We only wrote one word in the guest book..."Perfect!". We have wanted to revisit Bend now for a number of years after a 20 year hiatus . This is the 1st time we have used VRBO, WOW!! The Mirror Pond house far exceeded our expectations (which were pretty high, ha!), well appointed ( everything you can imagine & NOT), comfortable ( love the front room fire place ),entertaining ( birds, muskrat,deer,bat cave) & location, location,location!! We are craft beer geeks who co-Homebrew & plan our vacations around breweries . Bend has turned into a Beercentric destination with 17+ breweries( we visited 11) & a plethora of tap houses & eateries ,there is even a car wash with a growler fill station! We never went more than 15 minutes in one direction to reach any destination except the airport. Being early spring water sports were not on our list but we did hike@the Dechutes River Rec. area& had the company of a pair of Bald Eagles. The owner was prompt ,very gracious, has a fun sense of humor & took care of all of my calls & emails to my satisfaction . Many thanks to the caretaker for turning the house around in a day to accommodate us. On the last day there we cut our brewery touring short& spent the afternoon playing in the kitchen & grilling on the porch at "our house", it was magic, aahhhh...Next time we will stay a month,HA!!!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
On the River--Mirror Pond! Riverfront. Beautiful Home, Walk to Downtown
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p912907
+1 831-402-7661
Bend Central Oregon
Eugene
5

Mandy

5 of 5
Submitted: February 15, 2013 Stayed: February 2013
Fantastic house in the perfect Bend location. Home has been beautifully remodeled and worked perfectly for 4 adults and 2 children. Kitchen stocked with everything we needed (and more). We definitely hope to stay there again!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
On the River--Mirror Pond! Riverfront. Beautiful Home, Walk to Downtown
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p912907
+1 831-402-7661
Bend Central Oregon
Illinois
5

Best ever vacation home rental

5 of 5
Submitted: January 14, 2013 Stayed: January 2013
Our family of 4 considers this home the best we've ever rented for a ski vacation. It's spacious layout, convenient Bend location and high quality contents made for a very comfortable/memorable week. The drive to Mt. Bachelor is an easy half hour, and being 5 minutes from Bend's wide range of dining choices is great. Mirror Pond's bird life and natural landscape are ever changing, so gazing out of the home's large windows is a treat. Living here is really peaceful and an absolute pleasure. A bonus is professional, fine hospitality: arranging with the owner runs smoothly and his local manager is a friendly, fabulous resource.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
On the River--Mirror Pond! Riverfront. Beautiful Home, Walk to Downtown
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p912907
+1 831-402-7661
Bend Central Oregon
Snohomish, Wa 98296
5

Wonderful stay!! Beautiful Clean home.

5 of 5
Submitted: January 6, 2013 Stayed: December 2012
We stayed at the Mirror Pond home over Christmas. Had a wonderful time!! Our family who live in Bend came over for Xmas Eve dinner, plenty of room for everyone. The home is comfortable and clean. A+ view!! We have rented again for June.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
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