Zoe's Log Cabin

Historic riverfront Steiner cabin in forest with firepit, deck, & patio lounging

4 guests
1 bedroom
3 beds
1 bath

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Overview

Experience a gorgeous piece of Mt. Hood history at this handcrafted Brightwood cabin, a historical woodland retreat constructed by master carpenter Henry Steiner in 1939. You'll enjoy two private decks, an outdoor firepit, beautiful views of the surrounding forest, and a wondrous location on the shores of the Sandy River! One of 30 similar homes constructed by the Steiner family, this charming cabin sits among firs, pines, and cedars on the banks of the Sandy River. Each summer, you'll enjoy easy access to fishing and kayaking on the river, hiking trails in the Wildwood Recreation Site, half a mile south, and 27 holes of golf at the Mt. Hood Oregon Resort, two miles southeast. Come winter, you'll have your choice of Mt. Hood ski slopes: 13 miles to Skibowl, 14 miles to Summit, and 20 miles to Timberline. And always come home to a clawfoot tub and lovely details like hand-carved stairs and natural wood railings. Things to Know Check-in time: 4:00 p.m. Check-out time: 10:00 a.m. Firewood is not provided. The wood-burning fireplace is not operational. However, guests may use the gas fireplace. All guests shall abide by the good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. PERMIT ID#80132

Sleeping Arrangements

Loft 1

1 king bed, 1 single bed

Bedroom 1

1 queen bed

Amenities

BBQ grill
Beach access
Bed linens
Board games
Carbon monoxide detector
Children’s books and toys
Coffee maker
Desk
Dvd player
Extra pillows and blankets
Family/kid friendly
Fire Pit
Fire extinguisher
Fireplace guards
First aid kit
Fishing
Hair dryer
Hammock
Heating
Indoor fireplace
Internet
Kitchen
Laptop friendly workspace
Microwave
Mountain
Mountain Climbing
Mountain view
Outdoor seating (furniture)
Oven
Patio or balcony
Private entrance
Refrigerator
River
Rock Climbing
Rural
Smoke detector
Stove
Suitable for children (2-12 years)
Suitable for infants (under 2 years)
TV
Toaster
Towels provided
Water View
Waterfront
Wine glasses
Wireless Internet

Your new corner of the world

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Home in Brightwood, Oregon

4.8

26 reviews

5 stars

85%

4 stars

15%

Tamara P

November 2025

This is a quaint and cozy cabin where we spent a couple of days venturing out for walks, reading and watching the screen. Do not expect perfection! You are staying in a cabin and that is fine with me. The stairs to the upstairs bed are a bit tricky (especially coming down!) but you just need to pay attention.

Alan L

September 2025

Great little cabin in the forest and on a charming creek. So quiet and relaxing. People live next door but hey were quiet and we never really saw them.

InÃ©s B

September 2025

We quit our screens and devices and just enjoyed the sounds of the river, went hiking during the day at Old Salmon River Trail, and then at the harder Hunchback Trail. Took hot baths in the evening, the water has tons of minerals in it so it was great for our skin, but it does smell like minerals so be prepared for that (we had nice scented bubble bath soap so it didn't matter.) Then we enjoyed the propane fire pit on the back porch, had champagne, and looked at the stars, or read quietly in the living room to the sound of the river. The bed upstairs was crisp, clean, and cozy. It was the perfect place to get away from it all, and we enjoyed knowing that we were contributing to the historical trust that owns the cabin. We will definitely be back. Also, the curry place nearby, Naan Curry, was exceptional. I'm very picky about my Indian food and this was spicy, authentic, great portions, and great atmosphere. We wanted to try the bakery nearby but it is closed on Mondays. The only nearby activities are really hiking, but if your goal is to get away from it all, the hikes are stunning and perfect, and there's plenty of grocery places nearby and great spots to eat and drink.

kimberli m

August 2025

We loved the rustic feel of the cabin. It might actually appear a bit smaller in person than photos, however, we had plenty of room even with another couple that stayed with my husband and I for one night (note that the little bathroom is right off the kitchen and therefore might be best to share this cabin with people you know well-wink!). When sitting by the water that is a very short walk down a path from the cabin, we did see the neighbor working in her yard right near us (about 30' away). The spot is really magical and beautiful, however, not completely private. We continued with our private activities and felt no obligation to interact (as soon as she left, we didn't see anyone else). We could smell the metallic/metal odor in the water but it wasn't at all strong, and we brought our own drinking water in large containers. The grill was rusted and unusable, however, we didn't plan to use it anyway. Sleeping in the upstairs loft felt a bit like being in a treehouse, and was wonderful. Bring a portable urinal if going downstairs at night might be an issue. We trained ourselves right away to walk slowly up and down the stairs while holding the railing and didn't have any issues. The second little bedroom downstairs is adorable and as small as it appears in the photos. The shower was fine. All in all, this gem of a cabin is on our 'favorites' list now!

Jon S

August 2025

Felt like an old time movie set. Very cool 1930's feel. Go in planning for a fun stay in the old days, except here the beds were comfortable and there was good hot water. Sandy River was just down a short path and was so refreshing after a hot day hiking.