Summary:
#StayinMyDistrict Lake Oswego Honey Bee Cottage. Live like a local while experiencing the trendy Lake Oswego District! 5 blks to coffee shops, restaurants, shopping & local hot spots! Convenient to West Linn, SW Portland & Tigard Neighborhoods. Private Cottage nestled in the trees, and furnished to create a comfortable and charming space! Historic 1 bed/1bath (+sofa bed & Futon) King Suite, Kitchen, W/D, Private Patio & Fenced Yard. FREE Parking. Pre-Approved Dogs w/addt’l $50 per pet fee.
The Space:
#StayinMyDistrict Lake Oswego Honey Bee Cottage. This single level, free-standing cottage, is a comfortable retreat surrounded by trees. The large windows and tall ceilings, make the space bright & light and bring nature from the outside in. Beautiful wood grained vinyl floors throughout and warm colors create a feeling of warmth and comfort in the living area. Walk to downtown Lake Oswego and explore the many local coffee shops, dining and shopping. Less than 1 mile to the waterfront and Lake Oswego Farmers Market
Compact, full kitchen is stocked and ready for preparing meals from home. Refrigerator, stove & oven, dishwasher, microwave, and Drip & Keurig coffee makers. Utensils & cookware are included to make eating in, convenient and enjoyable. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner seated at the dining table or at the kitchen bar!
Dining table can pull out to accommodate up to (4) and there are (2) stools at the bar for seating up to (6). French doors close off the dining room, and make it a perfect private area to set up a computer for working remotely.
Snuggle up with a book or watch a movie on the sofa OR futon. (BOTH pullout for sleeping). Perfect for relaxing at home. Smart TV, set up for streaming, and wireless Internet. Sofa also pulls out to a sofa bed for additional guests and there is additional seating in living area.
Bedroom has a comfortable King bed with quality linens, and a spacious closet for guests personal items. There is a smart TV for streaming and bedside lamps for guests comfort.
Bathroom has plenty of space for your personal items and a full bathtub/shower. Essentials, paper products and high quality linens, are provided for guest. A hair dryer and an iron complete the necessities.
A pack and play and children’s kitchen items make this home a comfortable space for families to enjoy.
There is a quaint private patio with a wood burning firepit (bring your own wood), & seating. Perfect for your morning coffee or glass of wine on a nice evening. There is a second covered patio out the French door off the living area with (2) chairs and a small table. There is ALSO a large fully fenced, separate yard that guests can use (perfect for dogs) but it is NOT maintained. It is offered as an additional space.
This property is Dog Friendly and accepts up to (2) Pre-approved Dogs with an additional $50.00 per pet fee. PLEASE read and understand our Pet Policy before booking.
The cottage entrance is from the alley and there are (2) parking spaces in a small driveway.
Guest Access:
Guests have access to the entire space. The large backyard area is NOT maintained but is accessible to guests. The owner does live in the neighborhood. Parking & Entrance to the cottage is alley access ONLY.
The Neighborhood:
Follow the Willamette River south, past Portland State University and Lewis & Clark College, and you’ll eventually reach the sylvan hills of Lake Oswego. In the early days — back when it was a humble assemblage of iron smelters, lumberyards and homesteaders — travelers could only reach Lake Oswego via the lazy river or bumpy dirt roads. Perhaps that’s why, though only 20 minutes from downtown Portland, the city still feels a world away.
Built along the Lake Oswego shoreline, the historic Lake Theater and Cafe has been showing movies since 1940 and recently expanded to offer a full bar, café menu and live music. For a post-flick drink, sample a flight of brews at adjacent Stickmen Brewing Company, where an enticing outdoor patio hovers over the shimmering lake.
If you’re in town on Sunday, be sure to visit the picturesque Oswego Hills Vineyard and Winery for a complimentary wine tasting. Perched atop a grassy hill, the vineyard offers sweeping views of the surrounding area, including Luscher Farms, an urban farm-cum-park with walking paths and gardening plots. Walk the 4.4 mile (7 km) loop through the farm and over Cook’s Butte, keeping an eye out for blackberries when they’re in season.
If you prefer to stroll through downtown, the Arts Council of Lake Oswego organizes a walking tour of its Gallery Without Walls, a collection of over 60 sculptures scattered about town. Or wander around Millennium Park, the site of Lake Oswego’s cheery farmers’ market spring through fall, and outdoor movies and concerts in the summer.
One of the most city’s most popular attractions, the loamy Lake Oswego Public Golf Course features a cheery creek meandering through its 18 holes, as well as gorgeous views of Mount St. Helens and Mount Adams. To explore the tree-shrouded hills of Lake Oswego via the many miles of pathways the city has created, take advantage of Lakeside Bicycles’ bike rental program or allow the family-run business to fit you for your very own dream cycle.
Getting Around:
Approx. 30 min from the PDX Airport, 20 min from Downtown Portland and 10-15 min from Tigard, West Linn and SW Portland/Beaverton area. The cottage is .3 miles from the Lake Oswego Transit Center. Trimet can take you anywhere in the city, and is a quick way to get downtown. The Max is another great option that you can get to starting with the bus. This location is also incredibly bike-friendly and a walkable neighborhood. Safe well-lit streets and sidewalks make it a great neighborhood to explore on foot. It has a bike score of 76 and a walk score of 82! There is a single cruiser bike at the property and you are welcome to ride at your own risk. We cannot guarantee regular maintenance but there is a bike shop downtown that can do a quick flat repair if needed. There are also Portland Bike Town bikes throughout the city that can easily be rented if you prefer to explore the city on bike.
Other Things to Note:
We require that guests provide Full Name of ALL adult guests. This will be required before check in. Please provide this information with your confirmed booking.
~ You must be over the age of 25 to rent any of our properties.
~You may be required to provide a photo of your Drivers License or Government ID directly to the host. This is for the safety and security of both guests & property Owners, and will be requested at the discretion of Stay in My District.
~ No additional guests and visitors/guests that are not registered on the reservation booking are allowed to be on the property after 10pm.
~ Smoking anywhere on the property will result in forfeiture of your entire deposit plus can result in additional fees up to $500 for smoke removal.
~ Housekeeping is required and provided every 15 days for an additional charge on all stays over 15 nights.
~This property accepts up to (2) pre approved dogs. Undeclared Pets will result in a $250 additional cleaning fee.
We are happy to welcome your well behaved, and house trained dog into our home! We do NOT accept Cats due to allergies. There is an additional pet fee of $50 per pet, as per my listing details. We will go ahead and request the fee via an alteration request after the booking is confirmed. Please accept ASAP to confirm authorization.
Please also be aware of our pet policy:
-Up to (2) pre approved dogs allowed.
-Pets should not be left unattended at the property inside or outdoors. We do have kennels available on request for an additional fee.
-Please pick up after your pets in outdoor areas immediately.
-Pets are NOT allowed on furnishings or linens. Evidence of pets on furnishings or linens will result in additional cleaning fees to guest.
-Pet fee accounts for additional cleaning and normal wear & tear due to hosting pets. Pet fee does NOT cover damage or additional cleaning above and beyond reasonable
Interaction with Guests:
Guests have access to the entire cottage with private entrance. We are a local Mgmt Company and we manage for the Owners who live on the same block. We are available via booking platform, phone or text, or in person if needed.
