An Oregon couple with a gorgeous riverside cabin overlooking the calming water have been named America’s most welcoming Airbnb hosts.
Cyndi and Tim Hill have 416 five-star reviews for their Stayton rental on the Santiam River – and received 100% satisfaction in every category.
Tim is a real estate agent and Cyndi works for the Keizer School District – but they rent the beautiful cabin – equipped with an art studio, rain shower and heated floors – to the side.
They started the side hustle in 2017 and never looked back.
The married couple said: “Living on the river with all the creatures and beauty is amazing and we love sharing it!”
Their luxury cabin suite is suitable for two adults on the Santiam River and is marketed as a “special place to unwind, relax or have a romantic getaway”
Cyndi and Tim Hill have 416 five-star reviews of their Stayton rental on the Santiam River – and received 100% satisfaction in every category
Cyndi told KOIN: “We were totally surprised and had no idea such a thing existed – and especially not for the whole country.
“We do our best to keep it as spotless as possible and as pleasant as possible, but mainly we want to spoil our guests as we would if we were somewhere.”
Tim said, “We’re so close to Salem, Portland, Eugene, and we’re 25 minutes from I-5 and you’d never know by looking at the backyard and the river. You would think you are in the middle of nowhere.
Their Deluxe Cabin Suite is suitable for two adults on the Santiam River and is marketed as a “special place to relax, unwind or have a romantic getaway”.
It is also attached to the Artsy Fartsy studio, where customers can unleash their creativity.
The listing reads: “You have a private entrance, Keurig coffee maker, with assorted pods and creamers, snacks, microwave, mini fridge with separate freezer that includes 2 ice cube trays.
‘You also have a cabinet with grill accessories and tools, toaster, 13″ pizza pan (on request) for the grill and some spices like (Lawry’s seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, PAM) plus a champagne bucket and glasses celebrate.
‘The beautiful, luxurious spa bathroom has 2 fluffy white bathrobes and soft fluffy towels, a large deep soaking tub for two that fills from the ceiling (if you’ve been to Five Pines in Sisters, you know that tub !), of a rain of 50.8 cm. shower for two and an incredible one-of-a-kind petrified wood sink and private washroom area.
The large bedroom is outfitted with a luxury king size mattress and gas fireplace – as well as a flat screen HDTV.
Guests are welcome to stay and enjoy their time on the cabin balcony
The tub in the couple’s Airbnb listing
The Airbnb suite includes snacks and bottled water, heated blankets for the back patio when it gets cold, and a large beach towel for each occupant.
A view at sunset over the river. The couple started the side hustle in 2017 and never looked back
Guests are encouraged to bring their favorite book, fishing rod, kayak, tubes and rafts for their stay.
The Airbnb suite includes snacks and bottled water, heated blankets for the back patio when it gets cold, and a large beach towel for each occupant.
And guests are implored not to do the dishes during their stay – as a treat.
The listing reads: “Dishes went through a dishwasher, please do not rinse, just scrape food from plates etc.” in the trash.
‘Put the dirty dishes in the gray tub under the sink and put them on the foredeck. We want to spoil you, we’ll take them and put them clean on deck.
Ciara, who stayed here in July 2023, said: ‘It was our second stay and we had so much fun in the sun and on the river. Cyndi and Tim are wonderful hosts.
“We love their little art studio and look forward to it when booking. It’s such a cool experience that adds a special touch to this already perfect Airbnb.
Amanda, who also stayed this month, added in her review, “This was one of our best rental experiences. The cabin is remarkable, romantic and fun.
‘Cyndi and Tim were the most hospitable hosts. We had the chance to spend time with them in their art studio to learn and create, and it was awesome!
“They thought of every detail to make their cabin unique, comfortable and of high quality. They were kind, welcoming, provided privacy and went above and beyond to make our stay amazing.
The magnificent view from the cabin
Guests are encouraged to bring their favorite book, fishing rod, kayak, tubes and rafts for their stay
The large bedroom is equipped with a luxury king size mattress and a gas fireplace – as well as a flat screen HD TV
One reviewer said, “Honestly, I’m speechless. It was the best Airbnb we have stayed in! Cyndi and Tim were amazing hosts and the house was better than imaginable’
A review left in their guestbook
The welcome entrance to the cabin
It is also attached to the Artsy Fartsy studio, where customers can unleash their creativity.
“We’re normally hesitant to renters who share the same property space with landlords, but that wasn’t a problem. In fact, it was nice and special.
“Cyndi and Tim’s cabin is definitely a place we could see ourselves coming back to.”
Shann, who stayed in June 2023, said: ‘Honestly, I’m speechless. It was the best Airbnb we have stayed in! Cyndi and Tim were amazing hosts and the house was better than imaginable.
“You walk through the door and are just drawn in by the view. YOU’RE RIGHT ON THE SANTIAM! Lounge chairs and electric blankets were just what we needed along with our cups of coffee – and you don’t even have to bring your own Yeti!
‘Watching the birds and just sitting in the stillness of nature with the sound of the river and the birds. Nothing can top that.
“The bed was so comfortable and I think we spent 75% of our time in their cozy bathrobes. The bathroom is like being in a spa!
“They even had a bubble bath!” We were greeted with a personal sign, snacks and when we logged on to Netflix they even added us there! It may seem small to some, but these touches made us feel so special.
“Our favorite part was meeting Cyndi and Tim and doing the art project. It is imperative! It’s so much fun!
‘Book this place now! I want to say more, but I have no more space.
