A multigenerational vacation house near Sunriver for grandparents, parents and kids

Why Sunriver suits three generations in one house

Sunriver suits three generations because each one can set its own pace on one property. The grandparents can sit on the dock, the parents can ride the paths, and the kids can float the river right from the dock.

The estate sits at the end of a dead-end private road in the Three Rivers area near Sunriver. There are 80 acres of trees on one side and protected river habitat across the water. Nobody drives between units.

The main-floor king suite for grandparents at the Sunriver house

The grandparents get the Lodge's main-floor King with a private full bath. That King is one of three bedrooms on the Lodge's main floor. The upstairs floor plan places the primary bedroom with its king bed on the same floor as the kitchen, living and dining rooms.

The Primary Suite has a king bed and panoramic river views, under a vaulted ceiling with a wooden dresser and mirror. The table below repeats the Lodge and Cottage room lists exactly.

Bunk rooms for the cousins, pack-n-plays and cots for the babies

The cousins share the main-floor bunk room: two sets of twin bunks with an attached full bath and tub. Two downstairs bedrooms each pair a King with a twin bunk, so a parent and a small child can share a room. Two pack-n-plays and six cots are on hand for the littlest travelers, with no linens provided for these.

The Cottage adds a Twin bunk on its main floor and three upstairs bedrooms with a Full bed each. The teenagers can have a building of their own. Beyond the bedrooms, a futon and a small twin sofa bed sit by the pool table.

Two living areas, so naps and games coexist

Two large living areas on two floors let the toddler nap while the cousins play pool. The Lodge has one living area upstairs and one downstairs, with vaulted ceilings and stone fireplaces. The game room downstairs holds the pool table, ping pong and an arcade cabinet. A 65-inch 4K TV with DISH, Blu-ray and gaming consoles covers the movie crowd.

The Cottage is a third option, steps from the Lodge, with a wood stove and a built-in window seat in its living room. The grandparents who want an early night, or the family with a baby, can take it and still walk over for dinner.

Stairs and the lower level: what the floor plans show

The Lodge is on two floors, and the Cottage is a two-story cabin. The main floor of the Lodge is the upper floor, with the kitchen, the living and dining rooms and three bedrooms. Downstairs are the game room, the second living room and three more bedrooms, as the table above lists them.

A mudroom with a built-in bench and coat hooks sits beside a glass door to the outside. A stacked washer and dryer is in a hallway closet by the game room. The Cottage has two bedrooms and one bath on its main floor, and three bedrooms upstairs. Step counts, ramps and grab bars are not listed here. If someone in the family needs step-free access, ask through the contact page before you book.

The dock on the Deschutes and gentle activities for every age

The private dock on 450 feet of Deschutes River frontage suits every age. The grandparents get the Adirondack chairs, a hammock hangs by the water, and the kids float the gentle river stretch, watching for eagles and otters. Bring your own water toys and PFDs, since none are provided. Small boats can be hand-launched at the dock.

On land, the private 6-hole disc golf course, bocce and yard games keep the middle generation moving. A covered hot tub sits on the deck. Off the property, the Sunriver Owners Association maintains more than 34 miles of family-friendly paved bike and pedestrian trails. Oregon law requires riders under 16 to wear helmets (ORS 814.485). Sunriver Sports rents bikes from its Rental Building 13 in Sunriver, 9 to 6 daily.

The Sunriver Nature Center and Observatory, at 57245 River Rd, is home to birds of prey, bees and other native wildlife. It has a botanic garden, nature trails and programs for all ages, and hours change by season. See things to do in Sunriver for more.

Meals for a big family: the 12-foot table and the grocery run to Bend

Three generations eat at one 12-foot indoor dining table with benches and chairs. Outside, four 8-foot picnic tables sit in a row for outdoor dining, and a large gas grill is on the covered deck. The kitchen has a large butcher-block island with bar stools, a Vitamix, a KitchenAid mixer, a sous vide and a Breville espresso machine.

The Cottage has its own kitchen for breakfast on a different schedule. For the big shop, Bend has Costco, Trader Joe's, Fred Meyer, Whole Foods, WinCo and Newport Avenue Market, about 30 minutes away. Closer in, the Sunriver Country Store covers the essentials and last-minute items.

For a night out, make reservations for larger groups, especially on summer weekends. The where to eat guide lists the Village at Sunriver and south Bend options.

A sample week near Sunriver, day by day

A seven-night week fits a simple rhythm: one slow day on the property for every day out. Check-in is after 4:00 PM and check-out is before 11:00 AM. The 3-day Sunriver plan for large groups covers a shorter version.

1. Day 1: shop in Bend on the way in, set up the pack-n-plays, and eat at the 12-foot table. Shoes come off inside.
2. Day 2: coffee on the dock, then floating for the kids and a disc golf round for the parents. The grandparents take the Adirondack chairs.
3. Day 3: SHARC, about ten minutes away, welcomes the public via a daily gate fee. It has heated indoor pools year-round and outdoor pools in summer. Passes are not included.
4. Day 4: a slow day. Naps in the Cottage, the pool table downstairs, the hot tub for the adults, and the grill on the deck for dinner.
5. Day 5: the High Desert Museum, at 59800 S Hwy 97 in Bend, has otters, porcupines and birds of prey. A free-flight raptor show runs over the grounds in summer.
6. Day 6: bikes on the Sunriver paths, then the Lava Lands Visitor Center, open mid-May to early October. It has exhibits, films, trails and a paved path. The 5.5-mile Sun-Lava paved pathway links Sunriver to the center.
7. Day 7: the Nature Center by day and its observatory after dark, then the fire pit if the season allows. There are no fires June through September.
8. Day 8: a family photo on the dock, cots folded, and out by 11:00 AM.

Drive times from the house to Sunriver, Bend and Mt. Bachelor

The house is about ten minutes from Sunriver Resort and SHARC. Bend is about 30 minutes away, and Mt. Bachelor is about 30 minutes. Rome2rio puts Sunriver Resort about 41 minutes from Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) by car.

Parking for up to 15 vehicles is on site, with room for vans and trailers. Please drive slowly on Chief Paulina Drive, a shared dirt road with families and pets. For airport options and directions, see getting to Sunriver.

The rules that matter when three generations share a house

Occupancy is enforced at 30 guests with a maximum of 24 adults, because the home is on well and septic. The renter must be 30 or older. A copy of a driver's license and a signed rental agreement are required after your booking is confirmed.

• Quiet hours run 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM. No amplified music: no DJs, no subwoofers, no professional music setups. Live music ensembles and small Bluetooth speakers are fine. If unsure, please ask.
• Shoes come off inside, there are no candles or open flames, and the property is non-smoking.
• Fires are seasonal under strict county fire rules: no fires June through September, and May and October are weather dependent.
• Dogs, large dogs included, are welcome for a pet fee once approved on your reservation. Keep pets off the furniture and beds, pick up after them, and do not leave them unattended; see the pet-friendly page.
• Exterior security cameras cover the driveway and front door only. There are no cameras inside the home.
• Dock fishing is subject to seasonal regulations.
• Do not exceed the maximum occupancy without approval. Events of up to 45 guests are welcome with a $500 event fee.

Where to stay near Sunriver with three generations

For a family larger than 18, the full estate is the fit. It has 11 bedrooms and 6 baths, and sleeps up to 30 with a maximum of 24 adults. Three acres and 450 feet of river frontage come with it. For a smaller family, the six-bedroom Lodge can be booked on its own. It has five baths, sleeps up to 18, and includes the main-floor King with private bath.

The same house serves the related trips. The family reunion house page covers the one-weekend reunion, and the holiday gathering house page covers Thanksgiving and Christmas. Rooms, beds and floor plans are on the whole estate page, and the Sunriver with kids guide covers the kids' days out.

Booking the Sunriver house direct for a family week

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.

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.

The estate is independently owned and managed by Scott and Lisa, and it books direct on this site plus on Airbnb and VRBO. Every Airbnb review is on the reviews page, word for word.

Winter weeks near Mt. Bachelor with grandparents and kids

A winter week trades the dock for the hot tub, the stone fireplaces and the Cottage wood stove. Mt. Bachelor is about 30 minutes away, and SHARC has a winter tubing hill. Snow weekends book up early; see Mt. Bachelor ski trip lodging.

What three-generation families said

“Scott was a friendly, proactive and attentive host who communicated clearly and quickly. The setting was serene and beautiful. It was the perfect place for a family reunion of all ages. We saw elk and deer as we drove down the long gravel road. Max speed is 10 MPH which is the perfect speed to really notice if there are elk are around! I really appreciated the quality beds, linens, pillows and towels. The house has many views of the Deschutes River. The dock was a favorite place for the kids. The wrap around deck had plenty of quality seating. The smaller house worked great for my sister’s family of 6 adults and one newborn baby. The main house accommodated the rest of my extended family quite nicely! Do be sure to realize that for larger families, the members need to be comfortable sharing rooms with bunk beds. The description and photos are 100% ACCURATE!”

“Our family enjoyed the house very much. It was at a dead endstreet, so was really quiet. If we had questions, Scott was available and responded pretty quickly. There was plenty of things for our grandkids to do. Would go again.”

“We enjoyed Scott’s home for a family reunion that brought us in from four different states. Highly recommend to others! The property and all amenities offered lots of entertainment for ages ranging from 4 months - 88 years lived.

Thanks a million for sharing this piece of paradise.”

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