On river.Stay at this Joseph cottage and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Wallowa River and 2 miles (3 km) of Stein Distillery. Aspen Grove Gallery and Wallowology Natural History Discovery Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Maxville Heritage Interpretive Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
Wallowa County Museum - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
Wallowa Lake - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
Wallowa Lake County Park Public Beach - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
Wallowa Lake State Park - 17 min drive - 13.6 km
Getting around
Pendleton, OR (PDT-Eastern Oregon Regional) - 150 min drive
Restaurants
Terminal Gravity Brewing - 11 min drive
Arrowhead Chocolates - 3 min drive
Red Rooster Cafe - 12 min drive
Range Rider Tavern - 12 min drive
Cloud 9 Bakery & Deli - 11 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cow Camp: A Quiet Cozy Cottage w Mountain Vistas & A River Runs Through It
A delightful little "camp themed" stand alone cottage with a breath taking view of the Wallowa Mountains. You will watch the cattle graze and the snow caps glisten in the sun, or the thunder roll, depending on the day in Wallowa County! But you can be sure it's all beautiful! There is a community deck across the driveway w access to a grill and chairs to relax and enjoy the pond. You can also watch the waters flow in the Wallowa River that runs right through the property. There is a trail down to the river where you can put your feet in, or move your chair right into the streaming water and lounge the day away. Cow Camp has a compact but fully functional kitchen unit and a private bathroom with a shower. We encourage you to bring your camp chairs. While camping is fun, so is pampering! So we've squeezed a King bed into this quaint little space to make sure you get the perfect nights sleep and are relaxed, refreshed and ready to go jump in Wallowa Lake in the morning! 4 miles from Wallowa Lake & 1 mile from town this little Oasis is a gem of a location in Joseph. Our mother Judy was born raised in Wallowa County and this tiny house is a tribute to her. If you prefer a quiet retreat from the world, well you can find that at Cow Camp too!
Property manager
Sheila Klausen
Languages
English
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 180 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Note from host: Pets not allowed on bedding or furniture
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Cottage
Cow Camp: A Quiet Cozy Cottage w Mountain Vistas & A River Runs Through It Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jean F.
Jul 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and peaceful a wonderful stay well we will come back
Jean F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erik N.
Jul 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved my stay, honestly one of the best VRBO’s I’ve ever stayed in. Definitely a top tier place to stay if you’re visiting Joesph!
Erik N.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ira S.
Jul 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything We Needed
The place was super cute. Nice small little cabin with all the necessities. Great views of the mountains from the windows. Super close and easy access to Joseph and Wallowa lake. Would definitely stay again if I get back up that way.
Ira S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Rhonda C.
Jun 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Combs stay
The cabin was very cute but tiny. It was decorated very cute.
Rhonda C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Raissa M.
Sep 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing, peaceful get-away
The tiny home was decorated super cute and was very comfortable. I loved the big windows that overlooked open space and mountains in the distance.
Raissa M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
James S., Moscow, Idaho
Sep 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Just as good the second time
Stayed here in June. Love the area and hiking in Eagle Cap, decided to come back again. This place is just as amazing the second time. Can’t wait to come back next year.
James S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
James S., Moscow, Idaho
Jun 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Gem of a place
From the outside it looks small, but looks can be deceiving. Tastefully arranged, views of the Wallowas are amazing, sitting by the Wallowa river in the morning with coffee or wine at night is a perfect way to begin or end your day. Even managed to catch a 3 inch brook trout on my fly rod. Courtney the manager was delightful. Be sure to bring apples for the pony and horse.
James S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
6/10 Okay
Linda D.
Jun 9, 2023
Small Cabin
Very cluttered, if you have two suitcases, be warned there's little room for the second.
Linda D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Justin N.
Sep 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Little Place
Very quiet and private. The cottage itself is not riverside but set back about a hundred yards. Access to the river is easy enough through the grass yard of another rental property. Quiet and peaceful.
Justin N.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
Cynthia M., Portland
Sep 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Tiny Cottage
We enjoyed our stay in this tiny home. A great location close to town. Cute furnishings and really comfortable bed. We loved hearing all the nearby animals and watching the birds every morning. The ceiling and table fans were essential to keeping it cool since we were there in the heat of the summer. I do wish the outdoor dog kennel had been better maintained and with more shade—we opted for the dog kennels down the road for day care which was very affordable and worked out great.
Cynthia M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Linda G., Pennsylvania
Sep 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Getaway
This cottage is small but quite comfortable. The bed is wonderful & the towels are thick & soft. Beautiful surroundings & great places to sit & enjoy our scenery & our coffee. Loved the little touches in the cottage.
Linda G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
6/10 Okay
Charlene R.
Aug 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy.
It was a very cute and comfortable room. Quiet. And on the river.
Charlene R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Shawnda K.
Aug 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cowboy Chic
Cute little cabin, very quiet and quaint! Great space for 2 people. No Air Conditioning but fans were there to bring in the cool night air. Would stay there again.
Shawnda K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
john s.
Jul 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
great location
pretty units beside the wallala river
john s.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
BECKY M.
Jul 17, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy place
Cute, cozy place. Quality accommodation (towels, linens, bed). Not within walking distance of downtown but quiet, nice area by river. No air conditioning and fan was a little difficult to operate. Cooled off in evening but pretty warm in unit during day.
BECKY M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Thomas K.
Jul 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at the Cowboy Riverfront Retreat!
Thank you, Sheila! Our stay at the Cowboy Riverfront Retreat tiny house/studio was perfect. The mountain view and fun restaurants and shops always make this place so special and relaxing. Wallowa County remains our favorite wilderness retreat!
Thomas K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Wendy M., Bend, OR
Jul 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved It!
Super cute 🥰
Wendy M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Samuel H.
Jun 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Overall great place, Wi-Fi is a bit spotty but other than that everything was as deacribed
Samuel H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Lacey J.
Jun 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great base spot to enjoy Joseph.
Lacey J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly K.
Jul 20, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable little cottage
Every little detail is adorable yet functional in this “tiny house.” Also very conveniently located just minutes from downtown Joseph. Host was friendly and made sure we had everything we needed.
Kimberly K.
10/10 Excellent
kimberly w.
Jul 12, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Surroundings!
Delightful! Wake up looking at the mountains, watching deer from your bed, soaking your feet in the river after a day of adventure, and horses surrounding your CowCamp!
kimberly w.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Lee W.
Oct 14, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Joseph Stay
Judy is an extremely accommodating host and a wealth of knowledge for everything Joseph.
Lee W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Doreen W.
Oct 11, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Country Livin'
Perfectly located short drive from town. We brought our bikes and rode to town as well. Tiny but sufficient kitchen. Property is country gorgeous and Judy is a superb host. Hope to come back and stay again!
Doreen W.
8/10 Good
Alex K.
Sep 26, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
As described
This is a small but well laid out unit. Nice views of the mountains, right on the Wallowa river, and just 3 minutes from town. A very nice stay and would have been perfect if the internet worked better. The wifi router was too far away resulting in a weak signal and dropped connections. It worked better, and was fairly fast, in the front lawn.
Alex K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jonah E., Portland OR, USA
Aug 4, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location, great host
Cow Camp is a wonderful little place to stay, ideally situated to enjoy the Wallowa lake area. Close enough to walk into Joseph if you want to, but far out enough to feel remote, and right on the river to dip your feet in on a hot day. We had a fantastic time and can't wait to come back