Story by Hannah
Serenity on the Lower Columbia
Adventure in Warren, Portland Region, OR, US
Tucked away in the rolling hills of Warren, Elk Pass Retreat is a sanctuary designed for nature lovers. Only 30 minutes outside of Portland, traveling to Elk Pass Retreat felt like a trip back in time – we watched industrial yards give way to mountain views, and we knew we had stumbled upon something special when we found this home.
This well-appointed bungalow is nestled in picturesque farmland – we could have spent the whole weekend sitting on the deck, sipping the locally made brews (hefeweizens and IPAs made with hops grown next to the home), and watching the sun fade over a canopy of trees. But we couldn’t pass up the opportunity to experience the small-town charm and easy access to the Lower Columbia River, so we went for a quick, five minute-drive to rent kayaks at Scappoose Bay, then indulged in ice cream treats from the local cash-only diner.
This retreat let us detach from the buzz of city life and unplug for a restorative, farmland stay. If you want to live simply, surrounded by unparalleled beauty, this is the place....
This well-appointed bungalow is nestled in picturesque farmland – we could have spent the whole weekend sitting on the deck, sipping the locally made brews (hefeweizens and IPAs made with hops grown next to the home), and watching the sun fade over a canopy of trees. But we couldn’t pass up the opportunity to experience the small-town charm and easy access to the Lower Columbia River, so we went for a quick, five minute-drive to rent kayaks at Scappoose Bay, then indulged in ice cream treats from the local cash-only diner.
This retreat let us detach from the buzz of city life and unplug for a restorative, farmland stay. If you want to live simply, surrounded by unparalleled beauty, this is the place....
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- Kayak
- Farm
- Food & Drink
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