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Stunning Hilltop Home by John Day Fossil Beds

Experience a unique outdoorsman’s retreat with stunning natural scenery at every turn. Relax with a warm cup of coffee or cozy up by the fire after an adventure-filled day.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stunning Hilltop Home by John Day Fossil Beds

Explore one of Oregon's most scenic, off-the-beaten-path hidden gems from this secluded 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Kimberly home. Located just minutes from the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, this vacation rental puts you close to a myriad of picturesque trails and lookouts, and an abundance of local history. When you're not hiking the Blue Basin Trail or exploring the natural wonders of the Painted Hills, relax on this home's picture-perfect viewing deck or cozy up by the wood-burning stove.

-- THE PROPERTY --

360 Degree Mountain Views | Peaceful & Secluded | Close to River + Trails

Once-in-a-lifetime adventures await at this breathtaking hilltop sanctuary, ideal for any travelers seeking a unique outdoorsman’s retreat or a relaxing escape away from the crowds.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Office: Futon | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress

HOME FEATURES: Loft w/ flat-screen TV & Blu Ray DVD player, wood-burning stove (wood provided), home office w/ remote workspace, dining table, books, board games, DVDs, ceiling fans
OUTDOOR VIEWS: Spacious viewing deck, patio w/ picnic table, charcoal grill, basketball hoop
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, breakfast bar w/ seating, cooking basics, spices, dishware & flatware, drip coffee maker, toaster, blender
GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, towels/linens, complimentary toiletries
FAQ: 4WD recommended in winter, limited cell service, 3 small steps required for access, 3 exterior security cameras (facing out)
PARKING: Driveway (5 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

JOHN DAY RIVER (~2 miles): Swimming, fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking, picnicking, wildlife viewing
SCENIC TRAILS & LOOKOUTS: Foree Picnic Area & Trails (9.3 miles), Spray Riverfront Park (13.4 miles), Blue Basin Lower Trail (13.9 miles), Black Canyon Wilderness (46.6 miles), Painted Hills Overlook (60.0 miles), Painted Cove Trail (60.9 miles)
SIGHTSEEING: Thomas Condon Paleontology Center (16.6 miles), John Day Fossil Beds National Monument (17.0 miles), Julie B Henderson Pioneer Park (33.3 miles), Fossil Museum (44.8 miles)
AIRPORTS: Redmond Municipal Airport (116 miles), Eastern Oregon Regional Airport (126 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: 4-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is recommended in the winter months to access the property
- NOTE: The property does have cell phone service, but it may be spotty since the property is located in a rural area. Please check with your provider to confirm your service quality
- NOTE: This property sleeps 8 guests in 6 beds, with room for 10 total using the queen air mattress
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located on the north side of the house and faces the parking area. Camera 2 is located on the west side of the deck and faces east across the deck. Camera 3 is located on the west side of the downstairs patio and faces east across the patio. The cameras do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion. They will record when they first sense motion and 30 seconds after the last motion is detected

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Free toiletries

Living spaces

  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Charcoal grill
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2200 sq ft (204 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

460318

About the neighborhood

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Kimberly, Oregon

What's nearby

  • John Day River - 4 min walk
  • Spray Riverfront Park - 21 min drive
  • Spray Museum - 21 min drive
  • Clarno Unit - 28 min drive
  • Ritter Hot Springs - 103 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Hilltop Home by John Day Fossil Beds pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Hilltop Home by John Day Fossil Beds?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Hilltop Home by John Day Fossil Beds?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Hilltop Home by John Day Fossil Beds located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from John Day River and within 16 mi (25 km) of Spray Riverfront Park and Spray Museum. Clarno Unit and Ochoco National Forest are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Stunning Hilltop Home by John Day Fossil Beds Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family hiking trip
Absolutely fantastic views, better than the photos. Perfect spot for our family to hike, dig fossils, and enjoy beautiful sunsets on the deck.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
This place was absolutely amazing. The house with its views was incredible. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa P

Wonderful!
We had a wonderful time staying here! Beautiful view, super clean, and just an amazing house! We would definitely stay again in the future!
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10/10 Excellent

Dave

Comfortable house with a great view
Had a relaxing weekend with friends out in Kimberly. The house is very comfortable. The house has fast internet. From the deck you look out into a gorgeous valley.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Beautiful
Our family stayed for four days and it was so fun being surrounded by the beautiful scenery. The house has tons of room and has everything you will need for stay. My kids enjoyed the loft area with the TV and Wii. There is lots to do around Kimberly and we had a great time exploring the outdoors. We would love to return in the future and make some more great memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ashton

House on the Hill
Have you ever seen a house on a hillside that looks remote and must have an amazing view? That’s this house and it does have an amazing view, from anywhere you are standing.

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place. Lots of space, all the facilities you could need for a family. Excellent wifi. Shop at the end of drive (do your full shop elsewhere though if you are staying for a few days). Amazing views and great location. The owner is very helpful and knowledgable about the local area. Overall if you are coming to the area to visit the various John Day fossil bed sites, you can't ask for better, and you can cover them all in a day on a circular drive using the route via Service Creek. Be prepared to take the driving at a steady pace and absorb the amazing scenery.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awe inspiring tranquility
We stayed at this property for four nights at the end of an Oregon road trip, and what a way to end it! The building is perched on a hill with the most incredible view of the John Day river valley. That view will never get old. I could sit on that deck all day watching the sunrise or star gazing at night. So quiet and relaxing. The property is well equipped with plenty of room for a large group, and is the perfect base camp for exploring the fossil beds and surround areas. This really is an incredibly special part of the world.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sunny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous getaway with family
This home was an easy place to stay with a good kitchen, well separated bedrooms (great for the kids to be apart from the older family), amazing vistas and a thoughtful host. We saw a lot of wildlife from the house (nothing to be afraid of) and could easily get to a good river spot, a fruit farm and the areas attractions (John day wilderness). We saw in the guest book that a visitor in December had a great time and we hope to return in winter. Lorraine, our contact was helpful and easy to communicate with. My one suggestion would be to bring your own pillow if you like them a little flatter, lol. All the pillows were nice and new and extra fat. All in all this place is a total gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Warren

Kimberly House
House was everything that was advertised. Beautiful view and set up for a great stay

10/10 Excellent

Autumn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short Getaway
The space exceeded the listing description! It was on a beautiful, quiet property. Lots to do nearby or a great landing spot for John Day/Fossil Bed excursions. W e all felt relaxed from the moment we stepped foot on the property. It is clean, quiet, secluded and thoughtfully managed. We also appreciated the guestbook where we got a lot of great recommendations from past visitors.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Nice home, great view, would definitely stay there again. Kitchen had plenty of cooking utensils (something that always seems to be lacking). Great central location for everything there is to do in the area. Only bad thing is it cost over $450 a night, host (vrbo) fees for three nights was $343.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Perfect home base!
This was the perfect place to stay while exploring the John day fossil beds & painted hills. The house was beautiful and very well equipped. The beds were comfy! The a/c kept us plenty cool even though we were there during a heat wave. Best feature…the view from the deck!

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Wonderful!!!
To visit the Painted Hills and John Day Fossil Beds Monument area, this is the only place we would want to stay! A super comfortable and spacious home, with an awesome view of John Day River valley. So, quiet, peaceful, and easy to relax away from the big cities. And, if you're not already in the know, plan a stop & eat at Tiger Town Brewing in Mitchell, and Dayville's Dayville Cafe (gotta have their home made pie)...additionally these are included in the recommendations in (the owners) guestbook.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Mike

Great place to stay
Comfortable, unusually well-stocked kitchen, great view, good hiking around house. Bring binoculars - mule deer, elk, turkeys viewed from the house. Very convenient to all units of the John Day Fossil Beds. Dayville Cafe good place for breakfast/lunch when visiting Sheep Rock unit, Tiger Town Brewery in Mitchell good place to eat when visiting Painted Hills. Family of 5 adults - queen beds are good but bunk beds are definitely for kids. One of us slept on the sofa in the loft, which was OK but not ideal.
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10/10 Excellent

Dk

Wonderful
Absolutely beautiful location. Quiet with desert stars and the John Day river. The house was clean and perfect for our family vacation. Everything worked perfect, and we loved it. The host was kind and welcoming also

10/10 Excellent

linda a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
This home is just down the street from our son. 4 adults and an 8 year old stayed at the house joined by one adult 5 and 6 1/2 year old for dinner. Very convenient for us. Plenty of space, pots, pans, dishes, seating for all 8 of us. Enjoyed making ice cream on the patio. Games at the kitchen table, afternoons at the river. Great to be so close to the general store—we made daily trips. WONDERFUL views! Loved watching bald eagle. Downstairs did get warm late afternoon but the rest of the house was very comfortable..
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris P., Long Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Stay with Beautiful Views
My family and I had a great stay at this property. The home itself was pleasant, comfortable, and spacious. The photos in the listing do a good job of representing it. But where this place really shone was the location and the view! We were in the area to visit John Day Fossil Beds, and there are VERY few properties in that area. This one is close (and also very nice). Access to amenities like groceries, etc., is also quite limited, but this home is just down the street from a handy little country store where we were able to pick up any necessities we were missing. Finally, our favorite part of this property was the porch. It was amazing! Spacious, plenty of seating, and amazing views of the valley. We could have happily spent our whole vacation sitting on the porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Greg W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kimberly House
Great quiet getaway with excellent access to Painted Hills and Condon Paleontology Center. Excellent stocked kitchen and majestic views from outdoor deck highlight this unique property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Felt like it was my own place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Great get away
The cabin had everything we needed and more. It didn't feel like we were in someone else's house. It was comfortable and cozy. Beautiful quiet location. Super easy check in and out.
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10/10 Excellent

Jay

Great views, cozy cabin
Great secluded location 30 mins away from Blue Basin. Views of the valley from the deck is amazing. We got to see a clear starry sky on one of the days we stayed there. There is a faint sulfur smell on one side of the deck - but not overwhelming. They do provide a big water dispenser for drinking. Overall, great location to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city.