FAQs

Q: Can I invite visitors to the home that aren't overnight guests.
A: All guests must be registered whether overnight or day visitors and must not exceed 12 total. No revolving door guest policy.

Q: Can I get a check-in/late check out?
A: We love to accommodate early check-in and late check out requests whenever possible! We charge a small $30/fee per hour for the first 3 hours, then we recommend considering booking the additional night so you don't have to rush.

Q: Can I drop my luggage off before check in?
A: Yes! If the home is ready, we can utilize the early check in policy

Q: Can I book on behalf of a friend, family member, or co-worker?
A: No. Third party bookings are prohibited per Airbnb, VRBO and vacation rental insurance policies. Please have the person who is staying book themselves.

Q: Is the hot tub professionally maintained?
A: Yes! Weekly maintained by the professionals.

Q: What are the average temperatures in the Columbia River Gorge?

  • January: 42° high / 32° low

  • February: 48° high / 34° low

  • March: 55° high / 38° low

  • April: 63° high / 42° low

  • May: 71° high / 49° low

  • June: 77° high / 55° low

  • July: 85° high / 60° low

  • August: 85° high / 59° low

  • September: 71° high / 52° low

  • October: 59° high / 45° low

  • November: 45° high / 37° low

  • December: 38° high / 32° low

What's the neighborhood like?
A: Gnome Home is located in the quaint town of BZ Corner. It's a rural area, but a quick 15 minute drive to Hood River and White Salmon. Lots of forest and wildlife! Our neighborhood is walkable along the two lane rural road.

Q: Are there any shops nearby?
A: Yes! The BZ Store is a quick 10 minute walk or 3 minute drive for gas, snacks and more! White Salmon is a 10 minute drive to a larger grocery store. Hood River is a 20 min drive.

Q: Is there a full service grocery store nearby?
A: Yes! Harvest Market, Safeway, Rosaurers and Harvest Market are a quick 15-20 min drive into town.

Q: How far of a drive is the home from...
A: Wedding Venues:

  • Rocky Hill Weddings + Events: 0.6 miles

  • Tin Roof Barn: 2.6 miles

  • Gorge Crest Vineyard Wedding Venue: 14.7 miles

  • The Ruins: 13.3 miles

  • Columbia Gorge Hotel: 15 miles

  • Westcliff Lodge: 15.1 miles

  • Stonehedge Gardens: 15.2 miles

  • The Griffin House: 15.4 miles

  • Indian Creek Golf Course: 15.8 miles

  • The Orchard in Hood River: 16.7 miles

  • Skamania Lodge: 26 miles

  • Cape Horn Estate: 40.5 miles

Wineries + Vineyards:

  • Willow Wine Cellars: 13.9 miles

  • Hawkins Cellars: 14.1 miles

  • AniChe Cellars: 12.6 miles

  • Loop de Loop Wines: 13.2 miles

  • South Hill Winery: 16.1 miles

  • Syncline Winery: 20.6 miles

  • Analemma: 19.6 miles

  • Cor Cellars: 23.5 miles

  • Grateful Vineyard: 29.1 miles

Outdoor/Hiking:

  • Northwestern Hiking Trail: 6.2 miles

  • Underwood Mountain Trailhead: 16.6 miles

  • Indian Creek Trail – Hazel Avenue Trailhead: 13.5 miles

  • Westside Community Trail: 14.2 miles

  • Coyote Wall Trailhead: 15.8 miles

  • Buck Creek Trailhead: 8.6 miles

  • Catherine Creek Trailhead: 18.7 miles

  • Dog Mountain Trail: 19.1 miles

  • Falls Creek Falls Trailhead: 43.4 miles

Q: How are the roads in the winter?
A: Though the roads of community will be plowed in the winter, it is strongly recommended that you travel to the property via 4-wheel drive due to some steeper roads leading up to the property.

Q: What's the cancellation policy?
A: Cancellation Policies
Please note that cancellation policies depend on the booking site: On Airbnb, our Firm Policy means full refunds are available up to 30 days before arrival, partial refunds between 7–30 days, and no refunds within 7 days. On VRBO, our Moderate Policy means full refunds are available up to 14 days before arrival, partial refunds between 7–14 days, and no refunds within 7 days.If booked on VRBO or directly, the payment processing fee is not refunded.

Q: Why do you charge an extra guest fee?
A: We charge an additional guest fee for parties over 6, with a maximum of 12 guests, to maintain affordability for smaller groups while accommodating larger ones. This pricing structure ensures that smaller groups can enjoy Gnome Home at a more accessible rate, while the additional fees for larger groups help cover the extra costs associated with increased usage of amenities and utilities. This way, we can provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all our guests.