When life gets crazy and hectic, step away from it all, into a magical world meant to soothe and inspire you. With 300 days of sunshine, it's a sunny getaway to a simple, elegant, rural space, surrounded by the serenity of nature. Visit an award-winning, historic, 20-room boutique inn, where exceptional hospitality is more than just an idea.
Experience the expanse and simplicity of the country with wide open meadows, big sky and majestic mountain that generate a clarity of mind and heart that settles the soul. Centrally located in the Columbia River Gorge, just 13 miles (21 km) south of The Dalles, Oregon. A quick 1 hour, 40 minutes east of Portland, 3.5 hours from Seattle, and 2 hours from Salem or Bend.
Experience the expanse and simplicity of the country with wide open meadows, big sky and majestic mountain that generate a clarity of mind and heart that settles the soul. Centrally located in the Columbia River Gorge, just 13 miles (21 km) south of The Dalles, Oregon. A quick 1 hour, 40 minutes east of Portland, 3.5 hours from Seattle, and 2 hours from Salem or Bend.
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The Balch Hotel was built in 1907 by Charles P. Balch, a local rancher and druggist who owned approximately 1,600 acres adjoining Dufur. The bricks used were made on his ranch. Rooms cost $0.50 to $1.25, touting "hot and cold water in every room, electric lights and steam heat." The 18-inch thick brick walls continue to keep the building cool during the hot Dufur summers.
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Each of our rooms is decorated with antique furniture and there are no TVs, telephones or elevators. Choose your experience; pamper yourself in our king suite with whirlpool tub and Mt. Hood views, our "signature" rooms have old-world charm with the convenience of an en-suite bathroom or go for the traditional experience with a shared bath.
Signature Queen
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We call these rooms "Modern" because they have their own bathroom. Otherwise, each is furnished with unique, period antiques and a comfy pillow-top queen bed. They are on the second and third floors with a view of the garden patio. Some rooms feature a claw-foot tub/shower for soaking (#9 and #23) while others have a standard tub/shower that's easier to get in and out of.
Traditional Queen
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Our most authentic rooms feature period antiques with a queen sized pillow-top mattress bed; some with Mt. Hood views. All have a view of our park-like grounds. These rooms are on the second and third floors and some have a sink in the room. Be sure to read the room descriptions carefully when booking your room to ensure you get exactly what you want.
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A special offer for our favorite guests. Enjoy a romance getaway with a sweet room package special. Includes a bottle of local wine, 4 house-made chocolate truffles, romance essential oil blend, and a wine bottle opener plus 10% room discount. SPA AND STAY PACKAGE: Discount on lodging and a 30 minute spa treatment when you reserve a room.
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