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Road 20 Wind Damage-Rhododendron Oregon

Thursday, December 10, 2015
by Liz Warren

Portland is flooding this week but the damage done in a wind storm that blew through the Mt. Hood area in November is still very apparent if you drive up road 20 in the Mt. Hood National Forest.  Along Highway 26 near Toll Gate Campground you will see massive firs fallen parallel to Highway 26. It's a wonder no one was killed along this stretch. 

I have yet to learn how many Mt Hood National Forest cabins were damaged during this storm. On road 20 there are still power lines down and likely many cabins still without electricity if you can even get to the cabin. Like match sticks, big firs were down left and right. Huge shallow root wads litter the forest. Chain saw dust sprinkles the road and driveways. I didn't attempt some of the side roads as the main road was enough to tell the story. 

An army of insurance adjusters were sent to Oregon after this storm and with the pineapple express that came this week they will be lucky to be home by the end of the year.

Mt. Hood National Forest Cabin in Rhododendron with Tree on it


Mt. Hood National Forest storm damage


Mt. Hood National Forest Rhododendron Oregon Road 20 Storm Damage

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Mt. Hood National Forest Ski Cabin For Sale

Tuesday, November 17, 2015
by Liz Warren

Cozy and comfortable with beautiful stone fireplace and room for a bunch. Three bedrooms and two baths with all wood interior, paned windows, huge updated bathrooms and a rare washer and dryer. Located in Rhododendron just across the street from the Zig Zag River and a quick walk to the grocery store. This ski cabin has been in their family for years as they were avid skiers who loved the quick drive to the mountain in only 15 minutes!!!

Located in the Mt. Hood National Forest, it's in a pristine setting with tall firs, ferns and vine maple near by. A wonderful forested setting yet close to all the amenities from live music down the street to fine area restaurants. 

Super affordable for a second home at $130,000 plus the seller is installing a brand new septic!


      Mt Hood National Forest Cabin in Rhododendron, Oregon 

     Rhododendron Ski Cabin with Three bedrooms and two baths

 

Mt. Hood National Forest Cabin at Road 9 Lot 11 Info

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Seller Said It's Got To Go

Wednesday, August 19, 2015
by Liz Warren

Cute as a bug's ear cabin in great condition and all the rustic charm and ambiance you can imagine. Just reduced $27,000!  Lots of pine, wood floors, two private bedrooms and mini loft upstairs, remodeled bathroom and a to die for stone fireplace that is the center piece of the living room. High ceilings with beams and old fashioned paned windows make this cabin the perfect getaway. Upgraded septic too! Just a short walk to the Zig Zag River! Twenty minutes to the slopes and you can even walk to the store or to the Skyway for great live music from this location! 

Located on leased land in the Mt. Hood National Forest.

This charmer has just been reduced to $98,000!

    Mt. Hood National Forest CabinKnotty Pine Forest Cabin near Rhododendron Oregon

                   More Details on this Mt. Hood National Forest Cabin Here

 

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Mt. Hood Forest Cabins Under $160,000

Friday, July 10, 2015
by Liz Warren

If you need a great getaway from the city that's only one hour away from Portland, there can't be a better choice than a Mt. Hood National Forest cabin. They're located in Government Camp and Rhododendron mostly and the forest is filled with 550 cabins! Although they can only be used as second homes they are often a choice for many second home buyers who want an easy accessible location from Portland. 

Keep in mind there is a yearly permit fee ranging from around $1900 to $2800 to own a cabin. The lease/permit is somewhat like CC and R's in a homeowner's association with the rules of ownership. 

Here is a great selection on the market today for under $160,000. Call or email for details on any of these properties or more information on how leased land works.

 

Mt. Hood National Forest Cabins

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Sandy Mountain Festival 2015

Wednesday, July 8, 2015
by Liz Warren

 

JULY 11th and12th!

One of the Mt. Hood areas mountain favorite events during summer is the Sandy Mountain Festival. This year marks the 43rd year of this summer festival. The local parade starts at 7:00 pm on July 9th. Horses, cars, floats, marchers, music and the 5 generation Sandy court . Plus Bear and Mountain Man will all be there too! 

Booths filled with crafts and food will open this weekend from 10-8 on Saturday and 10-6 on Sunday. Carnival rides for kids is a big feature too. The festival has live music and delicious food  at Meining Park. Over 120 local artists are participating during the festival from painters, jewelers, potters and more! 

This is a great fund raising event for this weekend!

                         SANDY MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL DETAILS

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Mt. Hood Cabins For Sale

Saturday, June 27, 2015
by Liz Warren

There's nothing better on a hot summer day when the temps are getting close to 100 to head up to the mountain and sit along one of our Mt. Hood streams to cool off at your mountain cabin. Tall trees, birds signing and dipping your toes in the water is the perfect solution to the big city concrete heat generator. Only one hour from Portland, this is the summer to buy your Mt. Hood getaway in Rhododendron and Government Camp. These leased land cabins are some of the most popular properties we have available. There's a great selection currently for sale. With fifteen choices you are bound to find something that suits your fancy! Several are on the Zig Zag River, Still Creek and Camp Creek. Here's the current inventory:

   Mt. Hood National Forest Cabins for Sale

More information on the Mt. Hood National Forest Leased Land program. 

 

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Mt. Hood Forest Homeowner's Association Events Coming in May and June

Sunday, April 26, 2015
by Liz Warren

Mt. Hood National Forest Homeowner's Meeting

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Camp Creek 1926 Log Cabin Mtl Hood National Forest

Wednesday, April 1, 2015
by Liz Warren

Log cabin on Camp Creek built in 1926 in the Mt. Hood National Forest. Wonderful pristine location just past Rhododendron and only about 10 minutes to skiing. This original cabin has paned windows, vaulted ceilings, a cozy kitchen, main floor bedroom, and a sleeping loft upstairs. The wooden curved staircase takes you up to the sleeping loft with two large beds. 

A newer upgraded septic system is a big bonus. The handy outbuilding is perfect for storing wood and toys. A spacious deck overlooks Camp Creek with easy access down to the water. This creek is kid and dog friendly compared to swifter local river ways. Tall firs surround the cabin in a pristine setting. The Mt. Hood National Forest boast tons of hiking and biking trails nearby. It's a short drive to several area restaurants.

Only about one hour from Portland, this is a wonderful cabin for a weekend getaway for fun and recreation. Just listed for $168,500.

Mt. Hood National Forest Cabin on Camp CreekMt. Hood National Forest Log Cabin on Camp Creek

Find more details and photos on this Mt. Hood National Forest Cabin

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Septic Smart DEQ Program for Oregon Septics and Cesspools

Sunday, February 15, 2015
by Liz Warren

The DEQ department for the state of Oregon has developed a new program for homes with septic and cesspools called Septic Smart. It’s Septic Smart program is designed to educate buyers and sellers about proper septic care and maintenance.

Along with the DEQ’s new program, Septic Smart, the Oregon Real Estate division now requires a septic addendum within your real estate contract addressing septic and cesspool inspection requirements, if needed. This restricts who can do the septic inspections for a real estate transaction to designated Oregon state certified DEQ inspectors. An up to date list of inspectors can be obtained online at the Septic Smart website.

The Mt. Hood area probably has around 80% of its homes on a septic or cesspool. 

Cabins located in the Mt. Hood National Forest require an upgrade at the time of sale for existing cabins served by cesspools. The septic upgrade process and time frame will be determined by the forest service on leased land cabins with severe restrictions on when and where any work may start or be completed. 

These new DEQ requirements put septics and cesspools as a number one priority in a real estate transaction. There is a program at Clackamas County that provides low income grants and loans for septic repairs and other home repairs listed on their site. 

Expect potential delays in a transaction if septic problems arise from these new requirements. 

 

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Mt. Hood Sales for December 2014

Wednesday, January 14, 2015
by Liz Warren

To finish out the year for Mt. Hood sales, our totals for the year hit 192 sales which was about a 20% increase over 2013. December crossed the finish line with 17 closed sales including four distressed sales, two condos and three Mt. Hood National Forest cabin sales. 

Trends are continuing into 2015 with a mild winter, great access to all properties, and low interest rates! 

Check out December's sales:

Mt. Hood Real Estate Sales for December 2014

Mt. Hood Real Estate sales December 2014

Mt. Hood Real Estate December 2014

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