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The Castle House

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Escape to The Castle House, a unique Tudor/Castle-inspired retreat in the Willamette Valley. Step through the 6-inch thick castle door and discover vaulted ceilings, an open-kitchen feel connected to outdoor living space overlooking a multi-level waterfall and pond. Take the spiral staircase up or down for access to multiple levels of entertainment including 'The Dungeon,' with surround sound theater and pool table area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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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.

The Castle House

The Castle House was recently selected and filmed for the upcoming Oregon episode of the largest vacation rental show in the world! Come experience this unique and special property for yourself before the home goes global! Stay tuned for show details…

In 1972, an eccentric dreamer set out to build a Tudor/Castle-inspired home in the Willamette Valley, Oregon, and by 1979 the original dream was complete. After his passing, in 1999 another creative mind took the torch with a vision to expand that dream, developing the property as a unique recording studio destination, furthering its reputation as a gem of artistic passion.

While the recording studio facility is not being rented at this time, the home is finally available to the public!

The Castle House is loaded with unique features including the 6” thick creaking castle door, and amazing three-story stone turret with spiral staircase connecting the levels of the home. The main floor boasts vaulted ceilings and open-kitchen feel connected to an outdoor living space overlooking a multi-level waterfall and pond. Take the turret staircase down to "The Dungeon” and you’ll find the perfect indoor playground with surround sound theater, pool table area, large in-wall aquarium, and bar. Take the turret steps up to the third floor and you’ll find a cozy loft with library and desk, and access to another outdoor covered seating area with views. Large master suite includes walk-in closet and master bath with double shower and vanities.

Outdoors you’ll have access to an open-sky fire pit and many other sitting areas with beautiful sunrise and sunset views. Located just a short drive from Foster/Green Peter Reservoirs, Santiam River, and countless hiking trails in the Cascade foothills, The Castle House provides all the amenities one could want for an extended stay-cation, with loads of nearby options for recreation, dining, and outdoor adventure.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

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Lebanon, OR

What's nearby

  • Cheadle Lake Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Oregon State University - 32 min drive - 45.2 km
  • Willamette Valley Vineyards - 36 min drive - 59.1 km
  • Enchanted Forest Theme Park - 37 min drive - 59.5 km
  • Silver Falls State Park - 50 min drive - 69.9 km

Getting around

  • Albany Station - 29 min drive
  • Corvallis, OR (CVO-Corvallis Municipal) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Schmizza Public House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tallman Brewing - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Castle House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Castle House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Castle House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Castle House located?

Situated on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sodaville Springs Park, Cheadle Lake Park, and Cheadle Lake. Bob Smith Memorial Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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The Castle House 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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

8.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

me H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the stay. Prince is a cutie.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray G.

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

The Castle House rocks!

This place was amazing. The house itself was as described, and honestly quite a bit cooler in real life than in the pictures. The property is tranquil and relaxing, and the view of the western sky made sunsets a spectacle. The movie room downstairs was particularly fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimbre A.

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

Castle House

Great, unique property. Great communication and assistance from host. 100% recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessi M., Hood River, Oregon USA

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

Cool castle!

Super unique place to stay! We had a great time at the Castle House! Movie/pool table dungeon was fun, loved the fish tank! Plenty of room for our family of six. House could use a deep cleaning. Property is beautiful, lots of places to hang out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sara F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Family wedding

The house worked well for our needs, but needs some maintenance and updating. Amazing record collection but no record player 😆I wish we could’ve enjoyed the outdoor space a bit more, it is very pretty.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

The Magical Castle

We were in town for my cousin’s wedding and I was so delighted to find this charming location to stay! It was dark when we arrived, but the house was all lit up, and it was so welcoming! I found myself smiling as I explored the house and enjoyed all of the interesting details. The grounds were beautiful with many indoor and outdoor places to just hang out. My brother-in-law and husband loved the downstairs recliner/TV set up, great to watch a playoff game, and just maybe doze off! The host was very responsive and made things really easy, and she communicated all needed details before and during our stay. It was the perfect place to come back to and relax around the wedding festivities - I wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Fun, large

Bottom floor (dungeon) is awesome for someone who can’t:/shouldn’t do stairs, walk right in. 1 bedroom downstairs with firm double, bar fridge and recliners with great lumbar support. Only a half bath, but doable for those with walkers or cane and maybe even wheelchair, although there is avlip at threshold to outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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

Castle House, definitely visit again.

A very fun house. The kitchen was fully stocked, even the spices.. So it was a breeze to cook in. The beds were very comfortable. It was a great place to have my family visit before and after our brothers memorial, so we could catch upwithout. They have a large selection of movies.in the dungeon and very comfotable reclining seats. There were some things that didn't function correctly. The propane firepit. Even when we switched out the propane, it would light but not stay lit. They have a fantastic record collection, but the record player did not work. I am assuming there is some revamping, going on since the master bathroom had a mix of chrome and oil brushed bronze accessories. I don't know if it was me, but the shower handle seemed to work backward to me. My husband and I loved the size and dual heads in the master bath. Would I visit again? Absolutely!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Susan S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

OSU Graduation Weekend

We chose this house for our son’s OSU graduation party. It’s a great, unique house for a large party. 7 of us stayed there comfortably and had a great time celebrating with friends. That being said - the following items need to be addressed: Front door latch needs to be fixed. Every time we tried to open the door after the electronic lock opened, the manual latch would not allow the door to open without a struggle. The cupboard door under the sink is broken. Many lightbulbs on the first floor were burnt out or non existent- we bought some to replace so we could have good light for our party.The air fresheners can be a bit strong. The hot/cold in showers are switched. Not all the windows open as they should and some don’t have screens. First floor bedroom has no window. The entire house could use a deep clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kim K., Oregon, USA

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

Unique house

Very unique house and you certainly get the feel that you have your own castle. Photos are accurate. The furniture is very nice and keeps with the feel of the house. Could use a good cleaning and dusting. Other houses nearby though very quiet at night and the outside sitting areas were nice. The movie area in the basement is a highlight. Very comfortable seating, large TV with surround sound. Showers could be improved. Upstairs one seems to only have very hot water on one side. No screens in windows so couldn't leave open as we would have preferred. Overall we enjoyed our stay here. It is a one of a kind house
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles E.

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

Wedding stay

We stayed at the property for our son's wedding, then stayed a couple days more because it was so pleasant. The place is an actual Swiss Chalet dropped in the middle of Oregon farm country. You're surrounded by beautiful trees, and there are SO MANY places to sit and hang out, both inside and out. Many extra touches from the owner make any kitchen work effortless, and the very nice washer and dryer are awesome. It's an older building in the country and it needs love to make it work well for you, but a little thoughtfulness makes the home one in which you can truly get comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica N.

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

A lovely stay

Loved the unique Castle House. The first floor was fun to hang out and play pool or relax in the recliner chairs watching a movie with great surround sound. Deck was nice to sit outside having coffee listening to the running water of the decorative creek. The house was very nice and comfortable and a great place to come back to after outdoor activities and exploring the small towns nearby. Shea was very responsive to questions or concerns.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Magical Stay at the Castle

The castle is exactly as described, except for the magic! The home is lovely, quirky and way more than we hoped for. The lower level is ice cold-which was perfect as the temp was above 100 degrees and we were at the Guitars under the Stars festival and we loved it and needed it. We played pool, had margaritas under the stars by the waterfall, made lovely breakfasts and dinners, listened to music on the entrance deck, took band pics everywhere we could . We couldn't figure out the TV's (Apple TV's?) or the shower in the master bath until the second day-both heads need to be on full blast and then one will come out cold-otherwise the both are piping hot, or if you only have one on, it will come out piping hot, but otherwise it was perfect. The kitchen was fully stocked with spices-thank you!, and the all important blender is downstairs. Plenty of towels, blankets, soaps, etc. The only thing we couldn't find was baking sheets, however, we made it work with a pan we had brought. The coffee pot is a late sleeper, and it took several tries to get it to get it to brew right now, as opposed to four hours in the future, but it's large, and does work fine, once it starts. We walked around the site in the mornings and got to see the different trees and wildlife along with perfect areas to drink coffee before the heat started. Coming back from the concert, the place is lit up like a Bavarian lodge, and just the most welcoming site. Everyone in our group wants to come back next year, or sooner, if we can, to the magical castle. Thank you for sharing your delightful home with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

ERIC M.

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

Loved it

Beautiful unique home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022