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Family Reunion Waterfowl Retreat

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Salem

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 96000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Salem, OR
  • Place, Salem Riverfront Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Willamette University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Salem

West Salem stay.A stay at this West Salem vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Eagle Crest Reservoir and 6 miles (10 km) of Orchard Heights Winery. Willamette River and Salem Riverfront Carousel are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Elsinore Theater - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Salem Riverfront Park - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Willamette University - 11 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Salem Hospital - 11 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion - 13 min drive - 6.8 miles

Getting around

  • Salem Station - 14 min drive
  • Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Roger That BBQ - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kelli's Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Evesham Wood Vineyard and Winery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Java Crew - ‬7 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.

Family Reunion Waterfowl Retreat

This custom-built home, designed by New York Times Bestselling Author, Colleen Houck, is set up as a family reunion and event retreat. It features two kitchens, themed rooms for sleeping and gathering, a game room, and even a secret reading room. The outdoors include multiple fairy gardens, a seasonal pond, a vegetable garden and orchard, a koi pond with a three-tiered waterfall, a large flock of more than one hundred top show-quality domestic waterfowl, and much more! With plenty of indoor and outdoor games and activities, including a kids' map and scavenger hunt, you'll want to return again and again.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Farming classes
  • Gym
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Farming classes
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 6,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Check out time is 10 am
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No smoking or illegal substances are allowed on the property.
Quiet hours are from 10:30 PM to 6 AM.
No unregistered guests are allowed.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: No need to count age 2 or younger as a guest.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Houck Hollow Estate Salem
Houck Hollow Estate Private vacation home
Houck Hollow Estate Private vacation home Salem

Frequently asked questions

How close is Family Reunion Waterfowl Retreat to the airport?

This vacation home is 8 mi (19-min drive) away from the Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Family Reunion Waterfowl Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Family Reunion Waterfowl Retreat offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Family Reunion Waterfowl Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Family Reunion Waterfowl Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Family Reunion Waterfowl Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Family Reunion Waterfowl Retreat have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Family Reunion Waterfowl Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Family Reunion Waterfowl Retreat to downtown Salem?

This vacation home is 3.7 mi away from Salem.