Waterfront Home on Wallowa Lake with private sauna, dock & amazing view

Joseph, Oregon
$473 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 5

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Summary:

Ottertail Cabin



The Space:

This adorable cabin is straight out of Pinterest! Simple little home in the very best ways. Enter this cute home through the new addition that has a seating bench, a private washer/dryer, and adorable old-school lockers. Step into the kitchen that has plenty of prep and cooking space with beautiful appliances and prep the family meals while looking out the windows towards Wallowa Lake. The dining area is just past the kitchen which leads into the living room. The open floor plan of the home keeps everyone together during your stay.



The first bedroom has a queen-sized bed and a twin day bed. The bathroom has a large tiled step-in shower and is located between the two bedrooms. The bedroom on the left has beautiful French doors that open into the living room. The living room also has beautiful large picture windows that look out onto the wrap-around deck that boasts a propane firepit and plenty of outside seating.



A small yard is located on the end of the deck which leads you to the beautiful new sauna that has incredible views of Wallowa Lake also! Enjoy your own private boat dock during your stay at the Ottertail Cabin. Read a book, soak up the sun, listen to music, browse on your phone, however you choose to spend your days, this home will be intertwined with all the memories of your stay at Wallowa Lake.



THINGS TO KNOW

Seasonal private docks are typically placed for Memorial Day thru Labor Day. These are placed and pulled by a 3rd party and several variables come into play such as lake levels, snow and company availability. We do our best, but these items are non refundable items if a problem occurs with their timing of putting in the water and pulling from the water.

Seasonal bbqs are available from Memorial Day thru Labor Day. BBQs are propane and tanks are provided. We strongly encourage you to review your tank level in the morning and if a replacement is needed please reach out to your local contact for a tank replacement.

Occupancy and parking can not be exceeded.

No fires or firepits are ever allowed due to the heavy timbered area and county restrictions but the propane fireplace is allowed.

Winter Rentals: We always recommend 4x4, chains or studded tires to get to our winter open houses. Some renters have better traction tires and can access the homes without them but we don't recommend it. Also, weather changes rapidly in our mountain location. We always suggest preparing for the worst. Also, many Les Schwab Tire Centers have the ability to purchase tire chains, and if you don't use them, will take them on return.

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  • Feature Features
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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 816 Sq Ft (76 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Ryan W.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    Great house on the lake. Very peaceful

  • Karissa D.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2025

    Stayed Aug 10, 2025

    Everything was great except the home wasn't very clean. Floora were pretty dirty. Due to there not being a dishwasher we found the dishes were put away dirty and plates stuck together. Everything else was great. Beds were comfortable and location was amazing. :)

  • Alisha S.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 20, 2025

    My family and I had a fabulous stay here. The views were absolutely beautiful, and the home was well stocked. Though we didn't bring a boat, we had a great time on the dock- fishing, launching our paddleboards, swimming, reading, and just laying down watching the stars. The sauna was great after jumping in the water for the swim. Thank you for a lovely stay.

  • Lisa L.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    We loved spending the weekend at your home on the lake! The deck and dock were perfect. The hammock was a bonus. I would definitely stay again - it was a memorable weekend with my adult children. The lake was peaceful and the view was breathtaking. I had the best time!

  • Jodi P.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    Everything you could possibly want for a relaxing, peaceful, comfortable get away.

  • Cheryl S.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    This home is perfect. The view, the deck, and the home were impeccable. Highly recommend staying here.

  • Alex B.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2025

    Stayed Jun 9, 2025

    The Ottertail Cabin is very clean, nicely updated, and a perfect fit for our small family. We especially enjoyed the deck. The dock, however, is quite unstable and did not fit our fishing boat well. We otherwise really enjoyed our stay!

  • Leslie R.

    Submitted Jun 11, 2025

    Stayed Apr 23, 2025

    Excellent accommodations, beautiful grounds, great location. Superb communication with host. Kitchen stocked. Really couldn't have been better. Thank you Janelle!

  • Chuck S.

    Submitted May 13, 2025

    Stayed May 10, 2025

    The property is amazing with great views and perfect for a couple .The only issue is that the internet is very spotty and was out for 2 of the 4 days we stayed there

  • Tracie B.

    Submitted Apr 13, 2025

    Stayed Apr 10, 2025

    The property is adorable, excellent attention to decorative details, very comfortable, kitchen is well-equipped, beds are comfortable. We enjoyed the board games provided by the owner. Everything inside and out was very clean.

  • Mike and Sarah C.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2025

    Stayed Mar 23, 2025

    We loved our stay at this cozy cabin surrounded by stunning landscape.

  • Amanda L.

    Submitted Nov 11, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    We rented this for a weekend get away for our 8 year olds birthday, and it was perfect. Instant communication with the host, the place was clean. We definitely will rent again!

  • Joanna M.

    Submitted Oct 24, 2024

    Stayed Oct 14, 2024

    I came for a solo writer's retreat and was so in love with everything about the place I stayed 2 extra days. The view, the book selection, the cozy feel, quiet location, comfy deck furniture, everything just what I hoped for. Next time I'll let my Hubby come because fishing from the dock would have been great too. I hope to make this an annual tradition!

  • E H.

    Submitted Oct 11, 2024

    Stayed Oct 9, 2024

    1. Sauna not working. 2. Check propane heater. 3. Dryer squeaks loudly after running awhile. 4. Garbage disposal smelled terrible when we arrived and water needed to be run to smell and taste better. 5. Would be nice to have a blind in the bathroom. 6. Microwave food cover would be useful. Loved our stay though! Wished to use the sauna, so that was disappointing.

  • Nicholas C.

    Submitted Sep 28, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We came to Ottertail and Joseph for the first time to celebrate our wedding anniversary. This house was the perfect size and layout for the two of us and would be comfortable for 4. The house and furnishings are very comfortable, memory foam beds, and darkening shades in rooms. It is a very quiet location. The house has almost everything we needed, although it would have been awesome to still have access to the propane outdoor fireplace and grill thru September. The sauna use was really lovely, just be aware the neighbors have partial views of you getting in and out. The house is a great location to town, 20 mins to the south end of the lake. Much of the business are closed at the end of September during the week, so plan accordingly. We did splurge for the tram on a nice day. The private dock is great, so bring a paddle board or kayak! We would love to stay here again.

  • Jeff V.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2024

    Stayed Sep 20, 2024

    Very nice little cabin overlooking the lake. Wonderful deck where you can sit and enjoy the peaceful serenity and views.

  • Chris L.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Ottertail Cabin. The house met our needs for a comfortable and relaxing stay at Wallowa Lake. It was well equipped for dining in when we preferred and was an easy drive to Joseph when we wanted commercial dining. It was also a great base of operations for day hiking in the Eagle Cap, riding the tramway up Mount Howard, and other excursions exploring the surrounding area. And there is always something special about staying in a pretty setting on a mountain lake.

  • Marsha J.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2024

    Stayed Sep 2, 2024

    Clean, comfortable, quiet and awesome property location. The listing pics accurately represent the cabin. First class kitchen for a rustic cabin with new appliances. Perfect location for a quiet getaway, highly recommend!

  • David L.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Great spot with comfy beds and quiet nights! Close to Wallowa park, Mount Howard and the tramway (recommended!) and the quaint town of Joseph.

  • Les D.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Loved the peaceful view. Very quiet and relaxing.

  • Judith S.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    The porch

  • Scott P.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Perfect size for our family of 4. We loved the view, the deck, the fire pit, the sauna and the dock. Unreliable Wi-Fi, but that wasn’t unexpected.

  • Malissa M.

    Submitted Jun 26, 2024

    Stayed Jun 20, 2024

    The view of the lake was spectacular! The house was immaculate and comfortable. Ammenities were well thought out. We'll be back....

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