A Private Collection · Your Destination

Stay Where Your Destination Slows Down

Boutique vacation homes in the Destination Area, designed for scenic mornings, quiet evenings, and effortless direct booking.

A Private Your Destination Collection

Not a rental portfolio — a handful of homes we tend ourselves, tucked against the scenery of the Destination Area.

A Private Your Destination Collection

Not a rental portfolio — a handful of homes we tend ourselves, tucked against the scenery of the Destination Area.

My love affair with Tolkien's work started when I was a young boy watching the animated "Hobbit" movie and has continued to this day. While my wife was pregnant with our first child (who is now 24!), I read the LOTR trilogy to her and she fell in love too. Though, admittedly, I'm the bigger nerd.

We also enjoyed B&B Inns from the first time we stayed at the Amber House in Sacramento to our road trip down the Oregon coast. As we returned from the coast, we drove through a beautiful valley and dreamed of building a village of hobbit holes.

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The Homes

Three ways to wake up in the scenery

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The details that turn a rental into a retreat — considered, consistent, and quietly taken care of.

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Direct access to our properties, seamless booking, and tailored support. No hidden fees, no third-party hassle.

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Enjoy exclusive discounts by booking directly on our website.

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We ensure that every detail of your stay with us is tailored to your satisfaction.

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Your Questions Answered

Everything You Need to Know

Book right here on the site: pick your home, choose dates, and pay securely online. Booking direct always gets you our best rate — no third-party service fees — and you're talking straight to Demo Hosts from day one.
Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Self check-in is via smart lock — we send your personal door code and simple directions the day before you arrive.
Our standard policy offers a full refund for cancellations made well in advance of check-in; the exact terms for your dates are shown clearly before you pay. If plans change, message us — we're humans, and we'll always do our best.
Yes — the studio and Mountain Lodge run on Starlink and the beach house has high-speed WiFi. Streaming, video calls, and uploads are all comfortable. Many guests work a morning and hike the afternoon.
Fully. Cookware, knives, spices, coffee setups (yes, a real grinder), and full-size appliances. The beach house's gourmet kitchen handles a proper dinner party; the studio's remodeled kitchen covers everything a couple needs.
The beach house has three decks, a gas grill, and fire tables. The studio has a pergola-covered deck and a patio fire table. Mountain Lodge has an expansive deck near Scenic Trail that's made for stargazing.
Genuinely minutes. Landmark Trail Pathway and the Scenic Trail trailhead are practically out the back door, Local Golf Club is a five-minute drive, and the Destination Area's restaurants and shops are just down the road.
The beach house and Mountain Lodge each sleep six across two bedrooms and are great for families. The studio is a studio best suited to couples (plus one). Note that the decks and fire tables mean little ones need supervision outdoors.
We love them, but to keep the homes allergy-friendly we don't host pets. Service animals are always welcome — just let us know in advance so we can prepare.
All three homes are strictly non-smoking indoors and out — Your Destination's fire risk is real. Violations forfeit the deposit and may end the stay early.