25775 E Salmon River Rd, Welches

Tree views from every room, a hot tub under the stars, and fully furnished so you can start enjoying it right away. Alderwood Escape is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath modern mountain retreat on 1.77 acres in the heart of the Mt. Hood National Forest, just an hour from Portland. The open floor plan and tall ceilings fill the home with light, the fireplace keeps things cozy on cool evenings, and the spacious kitchen opens to the living area. All appliances are included, and the KitchenAid dishwasher is new. Both bathrooms have been remodeled, including a primary bath with heated tile floors. A newer furnace & heat pump provides efficient heating and air conditioning year-round, and the attached garage with EV charger keeps your car, skis, and bikes out of the weather.Mornings often start with deer wandering past the front porch. Step out onto the deck overlooking the alder trees, then end the night in the hot tub, watching the stars and moon above the treetops. A jackleg fence runs along part of the property. Downstairs, a 1,153 sq ft unfinished basement with 10-foot ceilings offers room to grow and could be finished for additional living space. No HOA.Use it as a full-time home, a weekend getaway, or a turnkey short-term rental with an established guest history, which historically covered expenses. Trails and ski runs are minutes away: Old Salmon River Trail (4 min), Sandy Ridge mountain biking (10 min), Mt. Hood Ski bowl (15 min), Timberline Lodge (24 min), and Mt. Hood Meadows (30 min). Enjoy the 27-hole golf course and spa at Mt. Hood Oregon Resort, the local farmers market, and hiking, biking, and fishing throughout the area. The grocery store and restaurants are a short stroll away, with more shopping in Rhododendron, Government Camp, and Sandy. Furnishings and personal property convey; barrel chairs and stools excluded. Owner is a licensed Realtor in Oregon.