Title: Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=34186755&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow Holiday home with kitchen, 10-minute walk to Old Mill District ## Photo gallery for Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow ![Smart TV - Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow (Bend)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34190000/34186800/34186755/1f2aa40c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow (Bend)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34190000/34186800/34186755/7b7b08c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow (Bend)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34190000/34186800/34186755/c4c97730.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow (Bend)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34190000/34186800/34186755/c44965dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow (Bend)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34190000/34186800/34186755/dea03738.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in Bend's popular Westside, River Gem Bungalow offers a vibrant retreat with the Deschutes River and Miller\`s Landing park right across the street. Stroll to historic downtown, Hayden Homes Amphitheater or breweries nearby. The home features high ceilings, lots of windows and artistic touches that highlight an authentic Bend lifestyle. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4650 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow Welcome to River Germ Bungalow! The River Gem Bungalow is a bright and cheerful one bedroom treasure nestled in the heart of Bend\`s popular Westside with a location that can't be beat! This natural-contemporary style home features high ceilings, lots of windows, a cozy loft and a queen size sleeper sofa. Relax on the deck or under the aspens in the backyard surrounded by mature trees and landscaping. This home features European style bedding with fresh clean duvet cover and high thread count linens. There is a fully equipped kitchen, very small washer and dryer, and a gas grill in the backyard for grilling. Right across the street from the Deschutes River, within walking distance of the Old Mill District, historic downtown, Hayden Homes Amphitheater, and numerous breweries. Directly behind the house is Miller\`s Landing park: a riparian strip of riverfront with nesting osprey, walking trails, and excellent river access. Only a few steps away is a charming footbridge that takes you over the river on an easy walk to Columbia Park and "Pirate Playground," a wonderland for kids. If you prefer to get out and explore, there are plenty of hiking and mountain bike trails just minutes from town in the Deschutes National Forest. The spectacular Cascade Mountains and many lakes are an easy 20 minute drive providing endless opportunities for outdoor adventures. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 650 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103940000/103935500/103935500/795e40b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bluebird Day - Cinder Cone Bungalow Old Bend - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=103935500&PinnedHotelID=103935500&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105730000/105724100/105724030/a063c97b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ravens Ridge at Seventh Mountain Guest Favorite: Cozy Top Floor Retreat! 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Must follow "Good Neighbor Guidelines" NO SMOKING (anything!) in the homes or on the properties MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY not to be exceeded ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: DOGS ONLY! Must be older than one year. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 111465 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.05253%2C-121.32375&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QiIqZkhmHSngQEv56YvGmpVy_bo=) Bend, OR #### What's nearby - Deschutes River \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Drake Park \- 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Hayden Homes Amphitheater \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Deschutes Brewery \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Old Mill District \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles #### Getting around - Sunriver Station - 23 min drive - Redmond, OR (RDM-Robert's Field) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cascade West Grub & Alehouse - ‬11 min walk - ‪Westside Tavern - ‬10 min walk - ‪Monkless Brasserie - ‬9 min walk - ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬12 min walk - ‪The Lot - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow? ### What time is check-in at Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow? ### What time is check-out at Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow? ### Where is Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bluebird Day - River Gem Bungalow Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 77 8 - Good 12 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tami G., WEST LINN 27 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location We would most definitely stay here again. Such a convenient location to central Bend. Clean and cozy with a great little yard out back. ##### Tami G. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Murray S. 14 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### River Gem We really enjoyed our stay. The location was absolutely perfect! ##### Murray S. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela B. 22 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Prime location - perfect home Overall this little accommodation had everything we needed for a little get away. The location was perfect - great for any activities around town. We decided to leave our bikes at home- and we were pleasantly surprised to find bikes available with the property. ##### Angela B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John S. 2 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### I can see why they named it "River Gem" Nice, cozy little spot, right by the river and park. Everything you could ask for. Got back home, looked to reserve again for next year, already booked! Great place and Hosts! ##### John S. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David G. 5 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, well kept unit. This place is right near the river in Old Bend, and a short walk to concerts at the amphitheater, shopping in Old Mill or downtown, and many restaurants, etc. It is right on the river front trail and has what you need for a nice stay in Bend. ##### David G. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Todd S. 13 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Re-Visit!! Our 2nd time at this cozy little spot and we love it! Perfect for a couple and their 4 legged children. Cheers and Thank You! ##### Todd S. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy S. 2 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mom and son weekend Loved being in Bend. The house was perfectly located to enjoy walking along the river to downtown. We had a great time. Thank you ##### Nancy S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa G. 25 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! We loved our stay here. Very close to river and walkable to town. Super comfy bed. Clean. Bikes were a huge plus. Would stay here again in heartbeat. Thank you! ##### Lisa G. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve H. 13 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Place for Our Stay Fantastic property with no better location for my wife and my visit to Bend. Very clean and great layout. We loved using the bikes to explore all of Bend! The backyard is perfect to relax and watch all the activity of passersby running, biking, and walking their dogs. We walked to dinner every night! Highly recommend and would stay again in a heartbeat! ##### Steve H. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzan 5 Apr 2024 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Super cute little place right off the river. So many people walking by with dogs, it was very cool. The cottage is very small, but we enjoyed it. You could not get an adult up in the high loft, but our kid loved it. Only criticism was there were lots of dog hairs on the loft bedding and cushions, besides this, all good! ##### Suzan Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura F., Monument, CO 21 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy spot in the heat of Bend's best! The bungalow was perfectly suited to our needs and the location couldn't be better for walking the river trail, access to parks, restaurants in Old Mill, downtown, west side pubs too! We loved it. Great neighborhood and friendly people buzzing with a fun vibe. The small kitchen was suitable for what we needed - even the bigger meal prep I was doing for our daughter who had just had a baby. Having the small back yard for the dogs was also great - but the access to the trails just out the back gate was the best! We would definitely stay again... ##### Laura F. Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### cindy a. 24 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### location very entertaining. My husband and I sat on our back porch and watched all the dogs riding their bikes and dragging their tubes to the river! Funny!!! Not to often did we not see a dog with a human ! lol ♥️👍Very clean , you can walk everywhere . ##### cindy a. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 7 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Location is the selling point. Great location. Pretty outdated house & it was not very apparent that it is a duplex, which would be a nice fact to know. (Share a wall and a window from other unit looks into the private backyard)…Nice little yard, just be aware that the location is so central that people are constantly riding and walking directly by your windows. Welcome brochure gave a little bit of a vibe that the neighbors are not happy with the vrbo thing. Again, the money maker here for the owners is the location. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph S. 8 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Walkable indeed! As others have noted, this is a VERY walkable location, though it is a couple blocks minimum to just about any business. One of the walking bridges across the Deschutes is literally across the street, which is very convenient to wander just about anywhere in central bend. Even in cold, rainy December there were walkers/runners/bikers/dogs coming past the house every 3-5 minutes all day. Overall very clean, pictures represent it very well. Cute bikes available in the shed, off-street parking. Nice yard for the dogs. ##### Joseph S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew P. 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We just wrapped up a few weeks in Bend with our dogs and couldn’t have asked for a better location or experience. Walking distance to great restaurants and a little longer walk to get into downtown itself to enjoy the shops and cafes. An ideal spot for our dogs to enjoy lots of sniffs and walks along the river and even a few swims! The place itself is cozy and has everything you need to comfortably camp out for a longer stay. We also enjoyed the use of the grill and cocktails/meals on the deck. The owner happened to be close by and he and the property management company went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed. This made us feel at home and part of the neighborhood. Just minutes to world class hiking, trail running, and mountain biking trails. If you have a chance to stay here, do it! ![Our boy Hamish having a swim](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4a9316f8-09cd-433b-a603-d2f7ff1f2c74-1759169473738.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Hamish in the river at Drake’s park](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bddac8e0-0918-454e-b71b-7eae25b612aa-1759169478046.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![View of the river from Drake’s](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/19b7409a-a4a3-423b-8679-d12f3663770e-1759169478013.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![View from a nearby off leash dog park ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0fa97be4-ef96-4e6f-990b-943b01ddc4d0-1759169475058.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Andrew P. Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justin B. 15 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quick Bend Stay Great unit, great location, great hosts. Everything went perfectly, we will definitely be back! ##### Justin B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa A. 25 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location! This cottage is in a really nice spot, tiny but well equipped kitchen. Clean. ##### Lisa A. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Ann E. 25 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful little gem! Had a wonderful and easy stay. The location really could not have been better with easy access to parks, the river, places to eat and drink and the amphitheater. We loved the beach bike cruisers that were provided and used them to quickly get to town or tour the area with perfect access to all the bike friendly trails. Also a great location for an easy float of the river. We, and our dogs, we’re very comfortable for the week. ##### Mary Ann E. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 4/10 Poor #### jessica M. 27 Dec 2013 #### Spacious 1 bedroom, centrally located, great for couples...terrible attention to cleanliness. My husband and I stayed here for a weekend while visiting Bend for his birthday. I feel that giving it 2 stars is generous given the experience we had...upon arriving, we found a dead mouse and mouse droppings in the bathtub. My husband quickly grabbed a garbage bag, picked up the mouse, disposed of it and then cleaned the tub. I don't know how this could happen...was the house not checked before our arrival? Throughout our stay, we would come across more mouse droppings, especially in the kitchen drawers/cabinets. Needless to say, it was an unsettling stay...I found myself constantly watching my step, rechecking cleaned sliver wear, checking the sheets before getting into bed, etc. We're pretty easy-going people so we made the best of it but looking back, I can't believe we stayed there under those conditions. I notified the manager(s) about the mouse and all we got was, "sorry, the weather must have brought the mouse in and we'll look into our cleaning practices." Thanks, so we're the lucky ones who get to take the brunt of gross conditions so that you can make improvements and future guests can benefit? Maybe worse than the mouse was the BBQ....just thinking about it makes me nauseous again. I was excited to use it for steaks but the second I opened it I was sick to my stomach. It looked like it hadn't been scrapped/cleaned in years! It's hard to explain/describe, but it was one of the most disgusting things I've ever seen. On a positive note, the location was excellent and met my expectations. The river is so close and it made for lovely walks and bike rides. The Old Mill District and Downtown were literally just a couple minute drive from the house. The house itself is small but it was actually more room/space than we needed. It definitely could easily accommodate 4 people. The backyard is larger than I expected. The furnishings were nice and stylish. The bed was comfortable. The kitchen had all the essential items we needed for meals and cooking. Though we didn't use the TV much, it is pretty small. Booking the house for the weekend was easy and and fast. Given our overall experience, however, I would not book this place again. ##### jessica M. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 22 Aug 2013 #### Bend with our 2 year old Everything about the reservation process was fantastic! The communication with Paige was prompt, courteous, quick and flawless. We were so grateful to Paige and the owners for accurately depicting the local area that the house is set in. The neighborhood is quiet with little car traffic. The back yard was a perfect size for our 2 year old to run around in! We had one wee concern and Paige addressed it quickly!! We knew that if something went wrong or we needed some assistance, Paige was there to help. The kitchen has what you need, no more no less. It actually made us reflect on downsizing back home. ;) True to the previous reviews and the owner's words, we were perfectly central to everything!! There is a great kids park roughly 150 yards from the house - takes you over the river. The downtown core is a 10-15 minute walk. The Old Mill district is a 15 minute walk or less (15-20 minutes or so to Crux). (They are doing some nice work to the park area on the way to the Old Mill District so next year, there should be a super nice park there). If you want to hit up 10 Barrel .... 15-20 min walk. The Deschutes Brewery is about a 15 minute walk. You see the trend .... just about 10-20 minutes to everything! You really can't beat the location. We always had a parking spot available on the street just outside of the house. It would have been ideal to have a second bedroom for our 2 year old as we did not use the loft bed. This has nothing to do with the house, it was our choice to go this way. We do not need a ton of space so the house worked out just fine. If you are not afraid of sleeping up high and you do not need a ton of living space, I would highly recommend this house for anyone with one child in a playpen (our case) or 2 children out of playpens. The temperature on our trip hung around the 80-85 range during the day. All we had was a fan and we were just fine. We did open the front and back doors every now and again to get a fantastic cross draft. As it turns out, the bedroom, with the windows open, seemed to be the coolest part of the house. An air conditioner was not necessary. The only negative to this home would be the condition of the decks - mostly concerned with the back deck. There was one particular area that we were watchful over; a board had split, prior to our arrival and there were a couple of exposed nail heads. The decks could use some TLC. We have let Paige know about this deficiency. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leslie Ann K. 7 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Rental Surprisingly Close to the River This rental was the perfect size for my husband and I, and very well appointed. We noticed a coffee grinder on the shelf and picked up some local beans, alas the grinder didn’t work, I let the management know and there was a brand new one waiting for us when we got home from our days adventure. Also, bed was comfy and the knives were sharp. As far as the location goes, we didn’t realize we were right next to the river and the trail that goes along side of it, but at the same time we could easily walk to the downtown area. There is also a terrific little vegetarian restaurant open from breakfast through dinner called Active Culture that was right around the corner. It was great for a quick coffee or an easy healthy dinner. The owner and management were friendly and helpful. ##### Leslie Ann K. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leah S. 31 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible Bend Location! The cottage was the perfect size for us and being mere steps from the river was an amazing treat. Everything is within walking distance! ##### Leah S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole G. 20 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Great location, cute place, nice backyard ##### Nicole G. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Dallas D., Issaquah, WA 29 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot Easy access to the bike trails and nice parks along the river. Fun to watch all the dog walkers pass by going to the park, like a dog show. Inside was nice and clean, outside could use some sprucing up and window cleaning. The bed was good quality, but too soft for my tastes. ##### Dallas D. Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim J. 11 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We will be back! We really enjoyed the River Gem Bungalow. It is in a great location, and we hope to book it again this summer. The neighborhood was very quiet and had great walking trails and river access. ##### Tim J. Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ---