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Paradise on Private 15 Acre Wildlife Sanctuary

Vacation home in Independence with kitchen and patio

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Escape to this Craftsman cottage, nestled on a private 15-acre wetland with breathtaking views of birds and wildlife. French doors lead to a spacious deck and yard where you can unwind amidst nature's serenity. Enjoy kayaking, walking trails nearby, or cozy up inside with WiFi, smart TV for Netflix nights.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Paradise on Private 15 Acre Wildlife Sanctuary

The Craftsman cottage is on a private 15 acre wetland providing excellent views of a wide range of birds and other wildlife. French doors open to a deck and huge yard that meets the wetland and walking path around the ponds. Less than 2 miles from the house, enjoy kayaking and walking the Luckiamute Landing Trails at the confluence of the Luckiamute, Santiam and Willamette rivers. Relaxed open design, vaulted ceilings, queen beds, wifi, smart tv with Netflix, full kitchen and coffee bar.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking 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

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

Quiet hours: 10PM - 10AM
The dock and area in front of the main house is private and not available to use.
No shoes in the house

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 neighborhood

Map
OR, Independence

What's nearby

  • Wings of Wonder - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Keesneck Lake - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Santiam River - 11 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Springhill Cellars Winery - 12 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Western Oregon University - 18 min drive - 21.2 km

Getting around

  • Albany Station - 20 min drive
  • Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Ankeny Vineyard - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪4 Spirits Distillery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Emerson Vineyards - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Foodmart RestArea - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Paradise on Private 15 Acre Wildlife Sanctuary pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Paradise on Private 15 Acre Wildlife Sanctuary?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paradise on Private 15 Acre Wildlife Sanctuary?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Paradise on Private 15 Acre Wildlife Sanctuary located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Willamette River and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Wings of Wonder. Santiam River and Keesneck Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Paradise on Private 15 Acre Wildlife Sanctuary Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house! Everything we needed was there, it was very clean, nice and quiet area and the animals and views were awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property and very nice location. Relaxing and quiet. Kitchen was very well stocked with cooking items. Great coffee selections.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect which we could stay longer
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise in the country. Lacked for nothing and close to good food and wineries. Great place to take a walk and get close to nature. The cottage shows close attention to every detail. I wish our stay was longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, comfortable house. Extremely well stocked. Fun to hangout on deck and watch birds. Great location for exploring wine country.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yearly Anniversary Stay.

A wonderful place to hide from city holiday ruckus. The wildlife around the property thinks so too.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home filled with thoughtful touches . Perfect for people wanting country seclusion
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erinn Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super cute relaxing getaway!

The house was exactly as listed, very clean and quiet. Every little detail was thought of-it was the perfect relaxing stay for our family. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lora T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tennant family weekend

Great property. Peaceful and quiet. Lots of wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing place. The attention to detail was amazing. The kitchen was so well appointed with condiments in the frig and staples in the pantry. There was a wonderful selection of keurig pods avaiable with syrups to add to your cup. The beds were very comfortable. The bathroom had lush towels and plenty of them! The claw foot bathtub was wonderful. The lighting throughout the house was well appointed. The grounds were amazing - lots of places to explore. Will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Nice place for a weekend business trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing and quiet escape

Loved staying here! It was peaceful and quiet, exactly what we needed to escape for a few days. Beautiful property, and very well equipped kitchen!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay! The host was so welcoming and friendly. It was our first time renting an electric car so we didn’t know about different plugs. When her plug didn’t work, she went the extra mile and found a friend willing to let us use their charger. All of the little touches, like fresh eggs from her chickens & bubble bath, made the stay even more special. Plus the views from the deck were incredible! She also had a binder full of information about the region! We would stay here when we visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I had a great time at this place. Very clean. We saw turkeys and little babies and we also had a nest outside our front door with some baby birds in it. It's accessible to downtown Independence, which is very cute. Little town and you can go many places from here that are not too far. It was very relaxing and quiet. We will hopefully be back again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Break from city life

It was great to spend a few quite days in the country while visiting family in the area. I hadn't slept so well in a long time. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will be back no question & added to my list of “Happy Places”. Not enough characters describe the awesomeness of The Anderson House. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful little 2 bedroom home.

Everything was accurate for the listing and the door code was provided in advance. There were many small amenities including coffee/tea, bath items (including bubble bath for the large tub), games/puzzles, and even farm fresh eggs in the fridge.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Hands down - the best vrbo we have stayed in! The property is expansive, peaceful and beautiful - a bird watchers paradise. The inside had so many little touches like bubble bath, coffee and cream and even eggs from her chickens. We would highly recommend !
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Great large and well appointed place! Pleasure to stay and enjoy the regions wine and go see US Olympic Trials.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Attention to detail is amazing

Lovely grounds, great crafstman bungalow, all kinds of ducks and geese around. Sound of frogs at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory N., Janesville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Well stocked, comfortable and great view. Loved staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Markus H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House in a wonderful location

The house is absolutely perfect and in a wonderful and very quiet spot. We really loved it there. We were there for three nights and would come back any time if ever in the area. The house was equipped with everything, beds are great and porch wonderful with a great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Loved this property, everything inside the house was immaculate but homey. We also enjoyed the deck and the bbq and the views and sounds of wildlife made our stay very relaxing. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent getaway!!

My husband, newborn and I had an excellent stay here! Every little detail was thought of and available. Strongly recommend staying here if you need a few days to get away from it all. Absolutely beautiful and peaceful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roderick J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lived Up To Its Billing

Excellent
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024