Notes from the host
Sweet Springs Family Farm
Note: 2020 Olympic track and field trial guests, there is a minimum of 7 days.
Your booking includes a shuttle to and from Eugene Airport. There is also the option of having your own personal car to drive at your convince for additional fee.
Feel free to contact me with any questions, we are happy to help you plan for this big exciting event vacation!
Our 9 acre Sweet Springs Family Farm is nestled in the quiet country 15 miles from downtown Cottage Grove. Surrounded by fresh air and nature, our cottage is fully equipped for both adventures and those looking for rest and relaxation.
We welcome you to our humble abode.
Ambiance:
*Pellet stove that gives off a big beautiful flame
* Big fur Throw
*Dimmable Lights
*Flickering Remote control candles Scattered around the suite
*The hint of lavender and pine smell
Lavish Comfort:
*Extra Deep Micro fiber couch with throw pillows to burrow yourself in
* Beautiful Queen size lodge pole bed with memory foam pad topped with a
beauty rest mattress pad topper for the feel of a soft yet firm bed. It is inches
off the ground so you can say “it’s like sleeping on cloud 9”.
* Extra pillows and blankets to snuggle in.
* Ceiling fan and standing fan
* Micro fleece Robes and slippers to wrap yourself in after a warm bubble bath
* Avalon lavender organic bathroom essentials (shamppo, cond, body wash, lotion)
* Turndown Service free of charge. (the spoiling session of your stay) BY REQUEST ONLY
Full Service:
* Kitchen: fully equipped to prepare your own meals if you wish. Oven, stove, full size refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher,
coffee pot, juicer and toaster.
* Directory to help you plan your trip
* Small library of travel and recreation books and maps
* Wi-fi NOTE: It is satellite internet can be a little slow at times (no streaming)
* Landline phone NOTE: there is NO CELL SERVICE
* Entertainment hutch with flat screen TV with direct TV, DVD player, DVD Library, games and stereo
* Loaner Bicycles to ride along the country roads next to the river. Child bike trailer also available.
* Equipped for babies and children: High chair, pak and play, vibrating chair and toys
(to witch all are washed after every use). Please make request in your booking
* Breakfast tea, coffee and cream
* Fresh Linens and towels daily if you wish ( By Request ONLY)
* Turndown service ( By request only)
* Beach baskets equipped with beach towels, sunscreen, floaties, hats, sunglasses,
water and beach toys for a nice day on the river or lake.
Guest Access
Private entry with key, entire suite, private fenced backyard, walk the property You are welcome to tour the farm and interact with the animals of plenty. We have chickens, ducks, bunnies, goats, a pony, horses, a cat and a lab. There is a pond that attracts wildlife and all different types of birds (when full). In the summer we have blackberries and fruit trees to pick from and a beautiful big garden. In the fall we have apples galore and pumkins. Take a walk up into the trees to the bench resting in the old growth timber….
Interaction with Guests
We will greet you upon arrival, get you checked in, and show you around so you can get right to relaxing. We are very friendly and welcome you, we are open to chatting or can be MIA for full privacy if you prefer. However we are always available if you need something or just have a question.
Neighborhood
Discover Cottage Grove, Oregon, a charming, small town just twenty minutes south of Eugene - Springfield. Cottage Grove is a romantic getaway with a robust nightlife featuring theatre arts, live music and brew pubs. Edging Oregon Wine Country and the Cascade foothills, Cottage Grove is also a prime gateway to outdoor adventuring.
EXPLORE
Drive, cycle or walk through cottage Grove Covered Bridges in and around town.
Seek out the sites from Cottage Grove" movie scenes from Buster Keaton's "The General" to present day favorites like "Animal House" and "Stand By Me."
Take a walking tour of Cottage Grove's outdoor murals immortalizing small town history.
PLAY
Pedal around this bicycle-friendly community on miles of scenic paved paths through covered bridges, leafy corridors and around lakes.
Sip wine in the charming red barn at Saginaw Vineyards or at another nearby winery.
Hike behind a waterfall or to the top of Bohemia Mountain.
DISCOVER
Plenty of wonderful restaraunts to choose from.
Shop one-of-a kind specialty stores like the Territorial Seed Company, which serves a national following of conscientious gardeners. Theres also antique and book stores, yarn and gift stores and spas for a relaxing day. Main street is filled with
ma and pa specialty stores for a fun day of shopping.
A RESTIVE RETREAT
Encircled by agricultural lands, vineyards and wooded hills, Cottage Grove attracts outdoor enthusiasts for weekends of hiking, bicycling, horseback riding and camping. In the summer, its lakes and waterways host swimming, fishing and boating.
Like the surrounding region, Cottage Grove is also an excellent spot for wildlife watching and birding. Drive north along the agriculturally picturesque Highway 99 to explore the neighboring town of Creswell for an afternoon of wine tasting and golf. Also a shooting range.
The largest vineyard in Oregon, King Estate, is about 45 minute drive from here through gorgeous farm country. We can also direct you to Iris, Lorane, Sweet Cheeks, Sarver, Lavelle, Nobel, and Saginaw vineyards, as well as several other nearby tasting rooms!
****Right out your front door are endless options
Hiking, horse riding trails, swimming, biking, hunting, fishing, boating
Also big river road is the back way and shortcut over to steam boat and crater lake.
Getting Around
LTD bus runs From cottage grove to Eugene from 6am to 9:40pm
South lane wheels is another public transportation. Runs M-F 7:30-5:30
If you need a ride to the bus station in cottage grove we offer rides to town for a reasonable fee
Want to go to the local winery ( Saginaw) or the local brewery ( hard knock) but want to be responsible. We offer drop off and pick ups as your desinanated driver. (upon availability and with notice) cost depends on distance
Cottage grove itself is a very walking and biking friendly town.
Other things to note:
Your animals are welcome. We have a pasture and barn for your horse or…
All we ask is to let us know what type of animal and a little about them. Please
no aggressive animals.
The bed is __ inches off the ground. The princess and the pea bed, minus the pea. There are 2 foot stools on either side of the bed to assist you if need be.
Wi-fi is satellite it can be tempermental at times.
There is NO CELL PHONE SERVICE. We offer a Landline which is also satellite and a shared line
please be considerate on talk time.
We have plenty of yard space. If you have extra people, they are welcome to pitch a tent. Please let us know ahead of time if this something your interested in.
House Rules:
Mainly we ask for respect to our family, animals and our beautiful home.
Please take responsibility for your animals by picking up after them. Please do not leave your pet unattend in the Cottage.
No aggressive animals.
No streaming off the wi-fi meaning no music or movies.
No parties or illegal activity
Please leave the suite and ammenties in respectable condition for the next guest
Please do not take the towels out of the suite.
No smoking inside
Please ask us if you need something. We are ever so happy to help
And lastly relax, enjoy yourself and enjoy the peace