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Cow Camp: A Quiet Cozy Cottage w Mountain Vistas & A River Runs Through It

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 217 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Joseph, OR
  • Wallowa River
    1 min walk
  • Stein Distillery
    17 min walk
  • The Blythe Cricket
    17 min walk
  • Stein Distillery
    17 min walk

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About the area

Joseph

With a stay at this cottage in Joseph, you'll be on a river, just steps from Wallowa River and a 3-minute drive from Stein Distillery. .This cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Aspen Grove Gallery and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Wallowology Natural History Discovery Center.

What's nearby

  • Wallowa River - 1 min walk
  • Wallowa Lake County Park Public Beach - 6 min drive
  • Wallowa Lake - 10 min drive
  • Eagle Cap Wilderness Pack Station - 12 min drive
  • Wallowa Lake State Park - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Pendleton, OR (PDT-Eastern Oregon Regional) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Terminal Gravity Brewing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Arrowhead Chocolates - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Range Rider Tavern - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cloud 9 Bakery & Deli - ‬11 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.

Cow Camp: A Quiet Cozy Cottage w Mountain Vistas & A River Runs Through It

A delightful little "camp themed" stand alone cottage with a breath taking view of the Wallowa Mountains. You will watch the cattle graze and the snow caps glisten in the sun, or the thunder roll, depending on the day in Wallowa County! But you can be sure it's all beautiful! There is a community deck across the driveway w access to a grill and chairs to relax and enjoy the pond. You can also watch the waters flow in the Wallowa River that runs right through the property. There is a trail down to the river where you can put your feet in, or move your chair right into the streaming water and lounge the day away. Cow Camp has a compact but fully functional kitchen unit and a private bathroom with a shower. We encourage you to bring your camp chairs. While camping is fun, so is pampering! So we've squeezed a King bed into this quaint little space to make sure you get the perfect nights sleep and are relaxed, refreshed and ready to go jump in Wallowa Lake in the morning! 4 miles from Wallowa Lake & 1 mile from town this little Oasis is a gem of a location in Joseph. Our mother Judy was born raised in Wallowa County and this tiny house is a tribute to her. If you prefer a quiet retreat from the world, well you can find that at Cow Camp too!
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Sheila Klausen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Music library
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 180 sq ft (17 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Note from host: Pets not allowed on bedding or furniture

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Cottage

Cow Camp: A Quiet Cozy Cottage w Mountain Vistas & A River Runs Through It Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, peaceful get-away
The tiny home was decorated super cute and was very comfortable. I loved the big windows that overlooked open space and mountains in the distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S., Moscow, Idaho

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as good the second time
Stayed here in June. Love the area and hiking in Eagle Cap, decided to come back again. This place is just as amazing the second time. Can’t wait to come back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S., Moscow, Idaho

Liked: Cleanliness
Gem of a place
From the outside it looks small, but looks can be deceiving. Tastefully arranged, views of the Wallowas are amazing, sitting by the Wallowa river in the morning with coffee or wine at night is a perfect way to begin or end your day. Even managed to catch a 3 inch brook trout on my fly rod. Courtney the manager was delightful. Be sure to bring apples for the pony and horse.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Linda D.

Small Cabin
Very cluttered, if you have two suitcases, be warned there's little room for the second.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Little Place
Very quiet and private. The cottage itself is not riverside but set back about a hundred yards. Access to the river is easy enough through the grass yard of another rental property. Quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Cynthia M., Portland

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Tiny Cottage
We enjoyed our stay in this tiny home. A great location close to town. Cute furnishings and really comfortable bed. We loved hearing all the nearby animals and watching the birds every morning. The ceiling and table fans were essential to keeping it cool since we were there in the heat of the summer. I do wish the outdoor dog kennel had been better maintained and with more shade—we opted for the dog kennels down the road for day care which was very affordable and worked out great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda G., Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Getaway
This cottage is small but quite comfortable. The bed is wonderful & the towels are thick & soft. Beautiful surroundings & great places to sit & enjoy our scenery & our coffee. Loved the little touches in the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Charlene R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy.
It was a very cute and comfortable room. Quiet. And on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawnda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cowboy Chic
Cute little cabin, very quiet and quaint! Great space for 2 people. No Air Conditioning but fans were there to bring in the cool night air. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

john s.

Liked: Cleanliness
great location
pretty units beside the wallala river
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

BECKY M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy place
Cute, cozy place. Quality accommodation (towels, linens, bed). Not within walking distance of downtown but quiet, nice area by river. No air conditioning and fan was a little difficult to operate. Cooled off in evening but pretty warm in unit during day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at the Cowboy Riverfront Retreat!
Thank you, Sheila! Our stay at the Cowboy Riverfront Retreat tiny house/studio was perfect. The mountain view and fun restaurants and shops always make this place so special and relaxing. Wallowa County remains our favorite wilderness retreat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M., Bend, OR

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved It!
Super cute 🥰
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Overall great place, Wi-Fi is a bit spotty but other than that everything was as deacribed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Lacey J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great base spot to enjoy Joseph.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable little cottage
Every little detail is adorable yet functional in this “tiny house.” Also very conveniently located just minutes from downtown Joseph. Host was friendly and made sure we had everything we needed.

10/10 Excellent

kimberly w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Surroundings!
Delightful! Wake up looking at the mountains, watching deer from your bed, soaking your feet in the river after a day of adventure, and horses surrounding your CowCamp!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lee W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Joseph Stay
Judy is an extremely accommodating host and a wealth of knowledge for everything Joseph.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Doreen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country Livin'
Perfectly located short drive from town. We brought our bikes and rode to town as well. Tiny but sufficient kitchen. Property is country gorgeous and Judy is a superb host. Hope to come back and stay again!

8/10 Good

Alex K.

Liked: Cleanliness
As described
This is a small but well laid out unit. Nice views of the mountains, right on the Wallowa river, and just 3 minutes from town. A very nice stay and would have been perfect if the internet worked better. The wifi router was too far away resulting in a weak signal and dropped connections. It worked better, and was fairly fast, in the front lawn.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jonah E., Portland OR, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location, great host
Cow Camp is a wonderful little place to stay, ideally situated to enjoy the Wallowa lake area. Close enough to walk into Joseph if you want to, but far out enough to feel remote, and right on the river to dip your feet in on a hot day. We had a fantastic time and can't wait to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

JulieKay D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous retreat
I very much needed a long overdue break to relax and unwind. This was perfect!!! Judy is a great and gracious host. The grounds, which you have free reign in, are fabulous. I particularly enjoyed some time down by the river, meeting Rocky the Rock Chuck, having deer pass by, etc. If you need peace and quiet, this is the absolute best place for that. I will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Veronica B., Albany, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness
A little piece of Heaven
Judy was very welcoming when we arrived. Even though she is right next door you would never know. Every morning I was excited to wake up to the amazing views. Very intimate setting. It was perfect! The only suggestions I would have is possibly a little fire pit on the mountain side of the cabin to roast hot dogs and marshmallows with the view. We will definitely be back!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary C., Klamath Falls, OR, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant Stay!
Cow Camp is exactly what we expected! Quiet, comfortable, cozy, clean, and restful. We arrived later than we expected and found a friendly note welcoming us. The bed was so comfortable that we didn't want to get up the next morning, but just stay in and listen to the country "music" of the animals, breeze, and river. We enjoyed watching the horses frolic for a bit and then readied ourselves for the day. We were close to town and all its amenities, but Cow Camp was all set up that we could make coffee and meals, if we wanted. The owner is so friendly and welcoming that we felt like friends before we knew it. In fact, we have already booked for next year! I almost hope this gem is kept a secret, but that would be selfish. It is a lovely spot to enjoy some peace and quiet, yet a good jump off to a beautiful scenic area to enjoy good food and art. It was such a pleasant stay and a much needed reconnect for some slower paced living and relaxation. Thank you for everything! See you next year!

8/10 Good

Frank&Nancy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the quiet, rural, ranch setting & Gorgeous lawn & flowers. Cabin is quite close to owners’ home & other rentals, all sharing the same parking area. However, we were always able to park right in front of this cabin. This ranch is close to town, but you’ll need a car. There is a beautiful & relaxing small river that runs a few steps from the cabin, complete with chairs to nap in. The cabin space is small, but nice amenities & small kitchen. No tv, but there are books & cards provided. My eyes are bad, so I would have enjoyed reading lamps. Deer did walk through the lawn on several occasions! Judy is an involved hostess & did sincerely seem to want us to be happy, which is not always easy as I used to be in the hospitality biz myself! 😉
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019