We just got here and we already feel very happy and welcome. This is a good house, and I’m so glad we could come. The garden is alive, the cookies are so kind! We will come again and stay longer.
Marilyn & Mark, Kathleen & Neven

Beautiful place – we loved our stay here. Hopefully we will return again soon.
Kelly & Crew – San Diego, CA

Thanks for the cookies. What a sweet way to welcome us to your eclectic house. The children had fun picking berries from your garden – a perfect accompaniment for the pancakes for breakfast. The Port Orford Heads trail is a nice way to spend the day and watch for seals. We really enjoyed your garden. What a wonderful way to spend the Labor Day weekend. Thanks for sharing your house & garden with us.
Rebeca & Jacob- Bend, Oregon

The raspberries are ripe and the sun is out. What a fine place to relax. We watched sunset from The Heads last night and it had to be one of our best ocean moments ever. We’ll look forward to our next visit to Port Orford!
Scott & Jill Stevens – Austin, Texas

I came in late at night for a business stay here on the beautiful South Coast of Oregon. last night I walked into the cutest little home, made a cup of tea, played with a jigsaw puzzle and actually unwound. I so loved looking at the stars while I was sleeping. Thank you, Cathy & John for your home and for guiding me here in the dark. I have a new favorite place and I can’t wait to go see the garden and the ocean – if just for a moment.
Heidi Clark, RDI, Eugene, Oregon

Strawberries, raspberries, currents and artichokes were great. This was just the right place for a get away. We enjoyed the 4th of July parade and the full hour of fireworks. We hiked on several of the trails and swam in the Elk River at 7 mile. The history of the area was great to hear at the lighthouse.
John and Cathy, George & Wanda Bowder - Fairbanks Alaska

I had such a relaxing few days at the Powder House. I love the bright colors of the place; they made me smile and brought tranquility to my soul. The switch plates were beautiful. The garden is amazing; Oregon really does have the best damn berries. We had a great stay in Port Orford. Can’t wait to come back.
Camelle Stewart – Eugene, Oregon

Thanks for a wonderful stay at the Powder House. We came to visit our sister. How could we forget Battle Rock and the long walk on the beach? Then there were the long talks around the table. We will remember this week forever. Thanks from the Great Lakes of Michigan
Veronica Nash & Freida Newman

I call this the “Powder Blue House”, an oasis of brightness and abundance with a wonderful, peaceful “vibe”! Clean and simple, a real refuge to get away from it all. Port Orford feels “real”, not touristy, with charming small shops and laid-back owners instead of commercial chains. The bed is firm and so cozy, with a skylight/starlight for romantic nights. The owners go the extra mile with personal contact and are very helpful. Highly recommended!
Laura Girardeau & Chris Hundhausen – Pullman, Washington

The Powder House was a wonderful place to call home for the last three days! We spent our 9th anniversary here and cooked a crab/salmon pasta meal. The kitchen is cozy and the house was inviting and pleasant. I enjoyed some of my best sleep in this home. Our 6 year old loved picking berries and our 10 month old enjoyed watching the bunnies! (bunnies?)
Thanks for the cookies and your generosity. My son said “That’s the most stars I have ever seen!” – In regards to sleeping under the skylights.
Missy, David, Oliver & Truman – Portland, Oregon

The Powder House could not have been a more lovely place to spend our 6th anniversary. Enjoying the sun and Cape Blanco, taking a “dip” in the Elk River and coming home to fresh baked cookies, Yummy! Thank you so much for a relaxing, enjoyable stay. The garden was filled with all the berries you could ever ask for and we enjoyed them even more in our pancakes! Charming place. We will be back!
Peter & Faith Butsch – Bend, Oregon

The House is a charmer, the deck a hidden treasure, and the garden a gardener’s delight. My 2 year old grandson and I faithfully fed the birds daily. Our son was enchanted by the last berries of summer. He greedily ate as many as his baby hands could grasp and proved to be meticulous in his daily search for yet another strawberry or raspberry.
Larry, Catherine Shadbolt and family – Portland, Oregon

A week trip – work trip – to Port Orford – one of our most favorite places on the West coast. Learning the story of the local fishermen who want to sustainable manage the fisheries here. This house has been a fantastic place for us to rest after long days. I love the very homey feel, all the light (sunny days and full moon night!), and the cheery, whimsical touches. Thanks so much!
Karen and Ralf – La Grande, Oregon

“This house played an important role in our “Gift from the Sea” experience.  Thank you for making it available.” Sally & Tim - Indiana

“Thanks for sharing your unique house.  We had a great time seeing our grand children and the weather cooperated.” Ann & Les – Ellisville, Missouri

“As usual, Cathy and John’s generosity have surpassed all expectations.  Our young family spent hours exploring the wonders of Port Orford, and returning to the Powder House at day’s end was always a cozy treat.  We hope to spend many more days and nights here as our two boys grow and learn.” Melyssa, Chris, Gavin, & Hayden – Medford, Oregon

“We were excited to be the ones to truly be the first guests to initiate the Powder House.  We came back “home” to participate in out class reunions.  We began our schooling here at Port Orford and we all graduated from Pacific High School.  We had so much fun visiting, walking about Port Orford, going to the beach, the parade, and watching the Fourth of July fireworks.  The Powder House is the perfect setting!  PS We look forward to coming again!” Tim & Mary Ellen, Charlie & Ingrid, Christine- North Bend, Oregon, Johnson – Coquille, Oregon

“This was the loveliest two day stay I’ve had anywhere!” Mardy – Ketchikan, Alaska

“Very nice stay and the pleasure and the opportunity to meet some wonderful people” Captain Bob – Ketchikan, Alaska

“What a wonderful experience –love the bright colors, the unique switch plates, and history of the house and, or course, artichokes from the prolific garden.” Barbara -Montrose, California

“Have truly enjoyed our stay in your “funky” house – little surprises in every room!  The colors are great and so were the vegetables.  The house has a wonderful spirit.  May it always be filled with love, laughter, peace, joy – all that makes beautiful memories for those who stay here."  Thank You!”Terry - Broomfield, Colorado

“I’m so happy we were led to the Powder House!  Inside and outside, this environment exceeded expectations for our mini family reunion.  We especially enjoyed the beauty and tastes of things growing here, as well as beaches, sunset at Paradise Point and trails at Port Orford Heads – WOW!  The RAD hiking guide was helpful.” Cindy - Colorado

Fabulous!!! The joy that springs forth from me is abundant.  This house exemplifies this joy.  The colors, the garden, the loving energy all says I have been blessed to have experienced such a wonder.  Thanks.” Nancy - California

“Powder House has been splendid!  A cozy place from which to explore.  Wonderful berries, kind hosts.  Great crab cakes at the Crazy Norwegian’s, homey Italian at Breadworks.  Whales in the bay, pelicans on patrol, Agate Beach, amazing.  Thanks to Cathy and John!” Maggie and Luke -Nevada City, California

“You must have had great fun planning and creating such a charming, holiday house.  And the berries are superb – I wish I could spend more time here.  Thank you!” Norah, David, and Cory - Seattle, WA

“We had fun!  Our family loved the garden, the free hand picked strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and the vegetables.  Could not wait to go to the beach.  Also been to Agate Beach was pretty cold but how beautiful!  We really had a blast.  We as kids appreciated the movies, everyone enjoyed the stay.  Love the beautiful, colorful house.  Hope we can have this place (house) when we come back in Port Orford.” The Sisters:  Vicki -Santa Cruz, California; Felice -Cottage Grove, Oregon; Linda -Jacksonville, Florida & Susan from Stoviakia (exchange student)

“Our stay has been wonderful and fun!  We came to the Port Orford square dancing festival and our stay at your house made it more fun.  Enjoyed your garden and the berries especially.  Looking forward to staying here again next time.” Vicki -Santa Cruz, California

“What a wonderful little house.  I love the colors and all the little pieces of art.  Your garden is wonderful.  Thank you for our off season rate!  I am sure you will have no problem renting this little unit out.” Dr. Chrisiane -Independence, Oregon

“Tidy as a little mouse
Port Orford Powder House
Floors, doors, windows, walls
You musta refinished them all
CATS ascopic colorific
Technicolor decorator
You forgot the refrigerator!
Shipp – shaped yard and garden
Did you ask the neighbors pardon
Temping deer into town
Chewing plants to the ground
But where’s your favorite decoration
Hubcaps from Rome Station?”
Al -Vale, Oregon

“Nice place you two have here!  We caught 6 nice crabs off the dock today and ate half –with homemade bread.  Got a kick watching the Columbia whitetail deer on the “Heads” and walked a bit of the beach.” Al & Gloria-Vale, Oregon

“Thanks for the cookies and all the personal touches that made our stay so comfortable!  We were really excited to see how cute this place is, and had a great time.  Thanks.” Ryan, Rebecca, Keila & Nick -Bend, Oregon

“Cookies were yummy and very welcoming.  How did you know I am the Cookie Monster?  What a delightful surprise to lay down and see the stars thru the skylight!  Also, to watch how much the skies change here.The bed is very comfortable, so we were grateful for that.” Judi & Don Bernardini