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

Create your own fairy tale at this cozy cabin with its warm atmosphere and well-equipped kitchen where you can relax by the wood stove.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
Interior
Exterior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 658 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Gretel Cabin

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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

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Oregon

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Unit size: 621 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

24115

About the area

Map
Government Camp, OR

What's nearby

  • Mount Hood Ski Bowl - 3 min drive
  • Mirror Lake Trail - 4 min drive
  • Snow Bunny Sliding Area Sno Park - 4 min drive
  • Timberline Lodge Ski Area - 11 min drive
  • Mount Hood Meadows - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ram’s Head Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Phlox Point Cabin - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Huckleberry Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Beer Stube - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's Mountain View - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Warm & cozy cottage w/ 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 w/ 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 w/ a wood stove in a great Government Camp location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Warm & cozy cottage w/ a wood stove in a great Government Camp location located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Mount Hood National Forest and Mt Hood Cultural Center and Museum. Summit Ski Area and Cascade Ski Lift are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joy M.

Vacation
Nice cabin with a great location near Mt. Hood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allyssa H.

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

8/10 Good

Alexander F.

Fun & simple
Walk to Govy & nice quiet location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

laura

It was clean and cute. Very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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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!

6/10 Okay

Jennifer L., Calgary, Alberta

Liked: 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
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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

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
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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!

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

Perfect for weekend getaway
Great access to everything in town by foot. Trailhead just steps away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
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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

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: 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
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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
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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

6/10 Okay

Daniel M.

Liked: 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

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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
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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.
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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.
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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