Sunriver is 3,300 acres of beauty and adventure. It’s known as a vacation spot, but there’s a tight-knit residential community there, too. It’s no surprise that neighborhoods have cropped up in Sunriver, since the place has something for everyone. As the Chicago Tribune put it, “Sunriver is like a mix of an outdoorsy Disney World, a national park and summer camp.” If you’re looking for a house in Central Oregon, here are a few reasons why you should consider settling down in Sunriver.
Featured image – Deschutes River frontage property in Sunriver, Oregon
Outdoor Beauty
Some of the most beautiful scenery in Oregon is around Sunriver. You can hike past waterfalls and glacial rivers in the Three Sisters Wilderness, go rafting and paddleboarding on the Deschutes River, and drive along a handful of lakes on the famous Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway. No matter which direction you go, there are stunning mountain views and areas of wilderness to explore. You don’t have to worry about getting rained out, either. Sunriver is on a high desert plateau, so it gets plenty of sunshine year-round.
Family-Friendly
Finding a place to live with a family can be challenging, since you have a wide range of interests to think about. What you love may not be what your teenager or toddler loves, and vice versa. That’s why a lot of families are drawn to Sunriver, where there are a variety of activities for every age. For example, you can take your kids to the Oregon Observatory to gaze at stars and planets through a telescope, or go to the Lava Lands Visitors Center to experience what a volcano looks and sounds like.
These attractions aren’t just for tourists, either. Your kids can get involved in long-term activities like the Junior Naturalist Program at the Sunriver Nature Center, where they can conduct a biological field project and create a scientific poster with their findings. For something more artistic, you can paint pottery, make a stuffed bear or learn how to fuse glass at The Outpost Art Studio. Even the Sunriver Library has a busy calendar of events, from an interactive storytime for toddlers to a LEGO block party for all ages. With so much to do, it’s hard for families to get bored in Sunriver.
Custom Built Home in Sunriver, Oregon
Winter Magic
Despite being a sunny desert, Sunriver gets a thick layer of snow in winter. This combination of sun and snow means the town turns into a winter wonderland every year. You can go sledding at Wanoga Sno-Park, snow-shoe with Wanderlust Tours to a glowing bonfire in the evening, or snuggle up with hot cocoa and blankets in a horse-drawn sleigh. One of the largest ski areas in the US is a short drive away, or you can just stay in town and build a snowman or go ice skating.
There’s an explosion of activities during the holidays, too, when a celebration called Traditions is underway. You can visit a holiday market, attend a grand lighting ceremony, have brunch with Santa, and watch holiday movies on a big screen. Sunriver definitely knows how to take away the winter blues with holiday merriment and snowy adventures.
Summer Fun
Although winter is awesome in Sunriver, the town is still fun when the snow melts. You can celebrate the coming of summer by going golfing at Crosswater Club, a beautiful course with 63 holes of world-class golf. Or you can go to the SHARC water park and sunbathe while your kids play around in their recreation pools and water slides. Other options include horseback riding at Sunriver Stables, biking on 35 miles of paved trails, and cooling off with locally-made ice cream at the Village.
Finding a Home in Sunriver
Vacationing in Sunriver is nice, but why not live there instead? Then, you can take advantage of everything the area has to offer throughout the year. Instead of getting only a couple days to enjoy the Deschutes River, you can buy a home next to it and go canoeing or paddle boarding whenever you want. You could enjoy the energy and activities in Sunriver, then come home to a peaceful neighborhood surrounded by nature.
Take a look at our Sunriver community page to find homes for sale, and you’ll find a lot of beauty right out your front door.
Deschutes River in Sunriver, Oregon
Original Blog post and home information can be found on the Cascade Sotheby's International Realty website.