A large group house near Sunriver: one estate, 11 bedrooms, sleeps 30

Where to stay near Sunriver with 20 to 30 people: one estate, not four condos

For 20 to 30 people, the answer is one 11-bedroom estate that sleeps up to 30, not four separate condos. Split a group across several condos and you spend the weekend driving between them, never quite together. Here the whole group is on a single private property: one calendar, one check-in, one place everyone gathers.

The Lodge and Cottage sit side by side on the same three acres. Families and teammates stay close without being on top of each other. The six-bedroom Lodge is the main residence of the estate. The five-bedroom Cottage is the original rustic 1960s fishing and logging cabin, steps from the Lodge.

The estate suits corporate offsites, wellness and team retreats, sports teams, milestone birthdays, and multi-family trips. Reunions have their own page at family reunion house near Sunriver, and offsites at corporate retreat near Bend.

The estate near Sunriver is built for groups of 12 to 30

Groups of 12 to 30 fit the full estate. It has 11 bedrooms and 6 baths and sleeps up to 30, with a maximum of 24 adults. The six-bedroom Lodge sleeps up to 18 and can be booked on its own; the five-bedroom Cottage joins it for the full estate. The home is on well and septic, so occupancy limits are enforced.

Airbnb guests rate the estate 4.99 out of 5 across 68 reviews, and 49 of those reviews are from group trips. VRBO guests rate it 9.8 out of 10 across 74 reviews. All 68 Airbnb reviews are reproduced word for word on the reviews page. That page gives VRBO's rating and count, but not its review text.

Where 30 people sleep: all 11 bedrooms, bed by bed

Eleven bedrooms hold the group: six in the Lodge and five in the Cottage, each across two floors. The Lodge has three King rooms, two Queen rooms, and a bunk room, with five baths. The Cottage has four Full beds and a Twin bunk, with one bath on the main floor.

The Primary Suite has a king bed and panoramic river views. Four of the 11 rooms include bunks, so plan on some sharing. The Lodge also has a futon and a small twin sofa bed by the pool table. There are 2 pack-n-plays and 6 cots as well, with no linens provided for these.

The 3D tours of both buildings are on the whole estate page. The floor plans are on the Lodge page and the Cottage page.

Where the group gathers: two living areas and a 12-foot table

Two large living areas with vaulted ceilings and stone fireplaces, one upstairs and one down, let 30 people split up and come back together. The 12-foot indoor dining table seats twelve on benches and chairs, and additional chairs and folding tables are available.

Downstairs is the game room with a pool table and ping pong. The Lodge also has an arcade and an Xbox. Outside, the wrap-around covered deck has sturdy tables and chairs, a large gas grill, and room for outdoor dining. Four 8-foot picnic tables stand in a row for meals outside. A covered hot tub sits on the flagstone patio beneath the raised deck, and the seasonal fire pit is down by the river.

At the water, your own dock with Adirondack chairs and a hammock sits on 450 feet of private frontage. Private 6-hole disc golf, bocce, outdoor ping pong, and yard games fill the three acres.

How a weekend for 25 near Sunriver can run

A two-night weekend for 25 runs like this. Arrive Friday after 4 PM, spend Saturday on the river and the grounds, and leave Sunday before 11 AM. A longer version is in the 3-day Sunriver plan for large groups.

Friday

• Do the big grocery run in Bend, about 30 minutes from the estate, on the way in. The stores are listed below.
• Check in after 4 PM. Drive slowly on Chief Paulina Drive, a shared dirt road with families and pets.
• Dinner at the 12-foot table, or out at Sunriver Brewing's pub in the Village at Sunriver.
• Hot tub and pool table after dinner. Quiet hours start at 9 PM.

Saturday

• Coffee on the dock; the kitchen has a Breville espresso machine.
• Float the Deschutes from the dock. Bring your own water toys and PFDs; none are provided. Small boats can be hand-launched at the dock, and the Big River boat ramp, a public put-in, is 2.5 miles up the road.
• Golf at Sunriver Resort or visit SHARC; both are about ten minutes away. SHARC passes are not included, so check availability for public use directly with the SHARC facility.
• Afternoon on the grounds: 6-hole disc golf, bocce, ping pong, and the game room.
• Dinner from the gas grill at the four 8-foot picnic tables. Fire pit in season only: no fires June through September, and May and October are weather dependent.

Sunday

• Breakfast for 25 across the long table and the picnic tables, then check out before 11 AM.
• Early check-in and late check-out cannot be guaranteed and depend on other reservations.

Parking fits 15 vehicles, and the big grocery run is in Bend

There is parking for up to 15 vehicles on site, with plenty of room for vans and trailers. Please drive slowly on Chief Paulina Drive, a shared dirt road with families and pets.

Do the big grocery run in Bend, about 30 minutes from the estate. Closer in, the Sunriver Country Store at 57100 Beaver Drive is a grocery store with a deli counter. It covers the essentials and last-minute items.

• Costco, 62207 NW Costco Drive, Bend.
• Trader Joe's, 63455 N Hwy 97, Bend.
• Whole Foods Market, 2610 NE Hwy 20, Bend.
• Newport Avenue Market, 1121 NW Newport Avenue, Bend, an employee-owned grocery store.

How far the estate is from Sunriver, Bend, and Mt. Bachelor

Sunriver Resort is five miles and about ten minutes from the estate. Bend and Mt. Bachelor are each about 30 minutes. The Big River boat ramp, a public put-in, is 2.5 miles up the road.

For groups flying in, Rome2rio puts Redmond Airport (RDM) at about 33 miles and 41 minutes of driving from Sunriver Resort. Arrival details for a convoy of cars are in the guide to getting to Sunriver.

What the house rules mean for a large group

The renter must be 30 or older, and quiet hours run 9 PM to 8 AM. Occupancy is capped at 30 guests, with a maximum of 24 adults. A copy of a driver's license and a signed rental agreement are required after your booking is confirmed.

• Occupancy: the home is on well and septic, so limits are enforced. Do not exceed the maximum occupancy without approval.
• No amplified music: no DJs, no subwoofers, no professional music setups. Live music ensembles and small Bluetooth speakers are fine. If unsure, please ask.
• Events: up to 45 guests are welcome with a $500 event fee, which covers the extra cleaning and garbage. Large rental items like dance floors need pre-approval.
• Fire: under strict county fire rules, there are no fires June through September, and May and October are weather dependent. No candles or open flames.
• Smoking and shoes: the property is non-smoking, and shoes come off inside.
• Pets: dogs, large dogs included, are welcome for a pet fee once approved on your reservation. Keep them off the furniture and beds.
• Cameras: exterior security cameras cover the driveway and front door only. There are no cameras inside the home.
• Camping: not permitted unless approved in advance.

The full list, including cancellation terms, is on the FAQs page.

What it costs and how to book direct

Booking direct on this site saves you the service fees that Airbnb and VRBO charge. The live calendar on the Book Now page shows the current rate for your dates. The estate is independently owned and managed by Scott and Lisa, and books direct here plus on Airbnb and VRBO.

If your booking is requested at least 30 days before check-in and you cancel within 24 hours after it is accepted, you get a 100% refund. If you cancel at least 365 days before check-in, you get a 100% refund. If you cancel at least 180 days before check-in (180 to 364 days), you get a 75% refund. If you cancel at least 60 days before check-in (60 to 179 days), you get a 50% refund. If you cancel at least 1 day before check-in (1 to 59 days), you get a 10% refund. If you cancel less than 1 day before check-in, or after check-in, there is no refund. The policy in effect when you book is the one that applies to your booking. This policy is for direct bookings; Airbnb, VRBO and other booking channels use their own policies. Direct bookings are paid in up to three installments: 15% at booking, 45% due 180 days before check-in, and 40% due 30 days before check-in. The number of payments depends on how far ahead you book. Hospitable attempts to capture each payment automatically. A refundable damage deposit of 1,000 dollars is held on your card about a week before check-in and released after checkout.

Peak dates book up far in advance. For up to 18, the six-bedroom Lodge can be booked on its own. The Cottage comes only as part of the full estate.

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Where a group of 30 cooks and eats on the Deschutes

The kitchen is set up for cooking for a crowd, with two each of several appliances. It has a large butcher-block island, a Vitamix, a KitchenAid mixer, a sous vide, and a Breville espresso machine. There is also a kitchenette with granite counters, a microwave, and a small dishwasher.

Group meals can use the 12-foot indoor dining table with benches and chairs, plus additional chairs and folding tables. Four 8-foot picnic tables stand outdoors, and about 16 folding chairs are available. The large gas grill is on the covered deck.

For a night out, Sunriver Brewing's pub in the Village at Sunriver serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The pub has not taken reservations, so call ahead for a large party, especially on summer weekends. Its number is (541) 306-5154. More options are in where to eat near Sunriver.

The estate has quiet corners on three acres of Deschutes riverfront

A group of 30 needs places to get away, and the estate has several. The Cottage is a separate living space with a wood stove, a built-in window seat, and its own kitchen, steps from the Lodge. The dock has Adirondack chairs, and a rope hammock hangs between the pines on the riverbank.

The house sits at the end of a dead-end private road. There are 80 acres of trees on one side and protected river habitat across the water. That reach of the Deschutes is a federally designated Wild and Scenic River. You will see wildlife, and you may encounter mosquitoes and other insects. The native landscaping is kept on purpose to support the local habitat.

Working groups get 200 Mbps WiFi and a boardroom table near Bend

Teams on a working trip have free high-speed 200 Mbps WiFi throughout. Two large living areas and a long dining table suit remote work and group sessions, and the table doubles as a boardroom.

The estate shares a vendor list for private chefs, catering, mobile massage, and photographers. Corporate offsites and team retreats have their own pages: corporate retreat near Bend and group retreats.

Winter groups: Mt. Bachelor is about 30 minutes from the estate

Ski groups use the estate for the same reasons. The estate has 11 bedrooms, a hot tub for tired legs, and a big kitchen for carb-loading. It is about 30 minutes from Mt. Bachelor. Check road conditions before a winter drive. Snow weekends book up early.

Wet gear has a home. The mudroom has a built-in bench and coat hooks beside a glass door to the outside. Gear racks line the wall of the game room. The fire pit is seasonal: no fires June through September, and May and October are weather dependent. The full winter picture is on Mt. Bachelor ski trip lodging and winter in Sunriver and Bend.

What large groups said

“This house gave us memories for years to come for our family 4th of July get together. It fit 25 of us comfortably. The dogs absolutely loved the yard and the river. The kids floated the river practically every day right back to the backyard. It was big enough for us to sit around and socialize in one area. The amenities were great for a big group. We'd definitely recommend and stay here again!”

“When a large group wants to rent a property, normally you only get two out of three: (1) beautiful property, (2) tons of space, (3) reasonable cost. This was one of the rare cases where we got all three.

It easily slept our group of 12 men, and the new large dining table meant we could all share a meal together. Nearby, the kitchen was well-stocked with appliances and cookware, with all its drawers clearly labeled.

Our host, Scott, was quick to respond to any questions, and checkout was a breeze compared to some other properties I've stayed at. We noticed exactly 12 chairs had been placed around the fire pit outside (not sure if it was a coincidence, but it was considerate if deliberate).

The property was incredibly peaceful - so much so that we woke up on our last day to a herd of elk peacefully roaming across the property.”

“Scott’s house was absolutely amazing! The backyard is stunning and we had plenty of space for our group of 16 adults. Scott was super responsive and friendly. I’d absolutely stay here again”

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