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Our location is convenient to Salem, Dallas, McMinnville, and Lincoln City and
Pacific Ocean beaches. Chateau Bianca Winery is our neighbor within walking distance. There are dozens of other wineries nearby in Yamhill, Marion and Polk counties.
Recommended Local Attractions
Bethell
Woods is surrounded by Pacific Northwest beauty waiting to be discovered
by a country drive, back road bike ride or a stroll through
the woods. Visit our local restaurants, art galleries and other attractions, a selection of
which are described below.
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Enjoy visiting our award-winning neighborhood vineyard,
Chateau Bianca, just a quarter-mile from Bethell Woods. |
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Spend
an
afternoon hiking the exquisite
Drift Creek Falls Trail.
The trail
head is about 30 miles west of our home.
This gentle, 3-mile round-trip hiking trail descends a few hundred feet
through a
lush old growth forest to a spectacular 240-foot
suspension bridge (the longest in Oregon) that hovers 100 feet above
Drift Creek. From there you have an incredible view of the cascading
80-foot Drift Creek Falls.
Please note: You’ll need a $5 Northwest Forest Pass, which can be
purchased at the site,
Pass.
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Visit the
elegant 18-hole
Cross Creek Golf Course just 4.5 miles down Highway 22.
According to their website: "Cross
Creek Golf Course is quickly building a reputation as one of the
premier, daily fee gold experiences in the Willamette Valley. This is
truly a must-play golf course."
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The lovely,
award-winning
Van Duzer Vineyard is just
15 minutes from Bethell Woods. Located on a scenic hilltop
amidst 82 acres of vines, the family estate winery practices
sustainable farming and has been endorsed by internationally
recognized LIVE (Low Impact Viticulture and Enology) and Salmon
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Guests of Bethell Woods Bed and Breakfast will enjoy our Salem Countryside location in the beautiful Willamette Valley Wine Region. McMinnville, Dallas, and the Ocean Beaches are all close by.
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Salem Activities
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Local
Area Wineries |
- Salem Saturday Market
(503-585-8264) Local produce, flowers, crafts, and gifts. Open rain or shine May through October, 9am - 3pm, Summer and Marion Streets, Downtown Salem.
- Willamette Queen Riverboat Excursions
Lunch and Dinner Cruises, Dockside Dining, Dinner Theater, and Melodramas aboard our authentic Sternwheeler.
- Bush Barn Art Center
Four exhibition galleries and gift gallery, showcasing cutting edge artists in ceramic, paint, print, wood, and glass.
- Hallie For Museum of Art
3rd largest museum in Oregon features Pacific Northwest Art, Native American baskets, plus European and Asian works.
- Mission Mill Museum
5-acre picturesque historic museum site. Enjoy lunch at the Cafe or picnic by the old millstream. 14 historic structures to tour or shop.
- Historic Deepwood Estate
Oregon's finest example of Queen Anne architecture and English style gardens.
- Bush House Museum and Rose Gardens
Tour a Victorian Mansion on a 100 acre park- like setting.
- Historical Covered Bridges
- Silver Falls State Park
Salem Restaurants
*Also
view our complete Salem Dining Guide
- Alessandro's
(503-362-0888)
A 3 star, 3 Diamond restaurant in beautiful down town Salem. Featured in Bon Appetit and Sunset magazines. Italian food and wines served.
- j. james Restaurant
American cuisine featuring Northwest flavors. Exceptional wine list and world-class desserts.
- Paprika's Hungarian Restaurant
(503-370-8992)
Authentic Hungarian cuisine, beer and wine.
- Mimi's Golf Garden Pizzeria
(503-365-7225)
Innovative pizza restaurant and beautifully designed 18-hole miniature golf course.
- The Beanery Coffeehouse
Salem's friendly espresso house and restaurant featuring Allann Bros. Coffees and espresso.
- Kwan's Cuisine
Voted one of Salem's best! Exceptional food, with quality and freshness a priority.
- Jonathan's Oyster Bar
(503-362-7219)
Our nautical themed restaurant offers fresh creative seafood, Cajun, southwest and steak dishes.
McMinnville Activities
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Salem Family Fun
- A.C. Gilbert's Discovery Village
Premier hands-on children's museum.
- Salem Rivefront Carousel
42 hand-carved horses hand-painted by community artisans, artison's studio, gift shop, and Oregon wines.
- Thrillville USA Amusement Park
The Ultimate place for Family Fun!
- Julia's Tea Parlour
Victorian style tearoom in Historic Harritt House. Reservations required
- Nauna's Tea Room
Teas, pastries, and desserts plus a Children's Dress-up Corner.
- Enchanted Forrest
Kids of all ages love our Storybook Lane, Bumper Rides, Summer Comedy Theatre and much more! Plus picnicking, food, andgift shops.
- Aquatic Center
Wading pool, leisure pool, water slide, lap pool, and therapy pool plus a relaxing spa.
McMinnville Restaurants
- Nick's Italian
"Nicks Italian put McMinnville on the gastronomic map!" Gourmet Magazine.
- Joel Palmer House
Nationally recognized Northwest cuisine. Awarded the1998 Restaurant of the Region.
- Golden Valley Brewery and Pub
Fresh, authentic food and handcrafted brews.
- Dundee Bistro
We want to provide each guest with a great meal and an appropriate and affordable wine!
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VISIT ONE OF THE WILLAMETTE VALLEY'S LUSH GARDENS!
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