UO 8 blocks, Duck parents home base, USC game open, kitchen, parking, private

Welcome to Sunshine House! Just 8 blocks to UO and Hayward field. Come visit your Duck student (or student to be!), cheer on game day, or enjoy a quiet, family-friendly retreat. Walk to coffee shops, eateries, and groceries. It’s the perfect home base while you’re in Eugene.

ARE YOU A UNIVERSITY OF OREGON PARENT?

Whether you're in town to visit, drop off, or pick up your university kiddo, Sunshine House is the perfect spot for you to relax and spend time with your student. We'd love to welcome you for Duck Days, IntroDUCKtion, Parents' Weekend, move-in, a Duck game (pom-poms provided!) or even graduation!


EATS & TREATS CLOSE BY

Explore delicious Thai food, wood-fired pizza at Hey Neighbor, Mexican cuisine, Beppe & Gianni's Italian Trattoria, Prince Puckler's Homemade Ice Cream and the decadent Sweet Life Patisserie, all within a mile. There’s also a natural grocer and convenience store 3 blocks away for stocking up.

Bring home a bottle of wine from the world's largest retailer of Oregon wines, Sundance Wine Cellars (tastings Friday & Saturdays, 3 blocks away).

WE LOVE FAMILIES

For families, we offer games, puzzles, trains, comfy fleece blankets, bath toys, blocks, and bedtime storybooks. Our high chair converts into a child chair and a chair/big kid table. The Pack n' Play with bassinet has an extra cozy memory foam mattress.

After a busy day, sip your favorite beverage on the covered back porch while the kids play in the fully-fenced yard. A door separates the bedrooms from the living room, so you can enjoy a movie on the Roku Smart TV, or unwind by the mini fireplace while the little ones are tucked in. There are two, big playground parks within 3-4 blocks and running trails a half mile from the house.

FULLY STOCKED KITCHEN

The kitchen is ready for you to prepare delicious meals! Comes with 12-piece cookware, baking sheets, blender, coffee maker, French press, electric tea kettle, charcuterie board, toaster, mixer, service for 6, chopsticks, kids' dinnerware, and more! There is no dishwasher, but a sweet view of the grassy backyard when you wash up.

DINING AREA

Your dining table seats 6 for meals, games or planning the day's adventure. (Plus high chair.)

SWEET DREAMS

The bedrooms are suited up with super comfy beds, Egyptian cotton linens, fluffy comforters and duvet covers with extra blankets and pillows for everyone. All nightstand lamps have charging stations. The blackout curtains are great for sleeping in!

THE RELAXING ZONE or SOFA BED

The living room sectional couch accommodates 6 for an evening of movie watching in front of the electric fireplace. Just pop the ottomans in place to turn it into a long, double bed complete with its own linen, pillows, and cozy queen duvet.

SQUEEZE IN SOME WORK

Should you need to tend to business or just check emails, you'll have a work desk with a 3-way/charging desk lamp with USB A&C and DC plugs available for your devices. Also at the ready are pens, pencils, tape, paper clips and scissors to set up shop if needed.

GETTING AROUND

Our house is an 8-block walk to the university and is perfect for getting to Hayward Field events and the Jan Sanders Softball Stadium.

Autzen Stadium is an easy 2.4 mile walk through neighborhoods, the university, and over the Autzen bridge that straddles the beautiful Willamette River.

Matthew Knight Arena is a 1.5 mile stroll through neighborhoods and the university.

In the summertime, take advantage of the Amazon Outdoor Swimming Center or Laurel Wood Golf Course and pub, both less than a mile away.

Need a workout or some downward dog? Check out our brand new, amazing YMCA complete with indoor pools, splash pad and kiddie pool, child care, classes, plus all the fancy machines - you name it!

If it's time to chill, relax with a performance of live theater at the Very Little Theater or music at Beall Hall at the university, all in our neighborhood.

If you're exploring the city, most things are a 10-20 minute drive and there is plenty of nature to play in close by with our fabulous Ridgeline Trail System.

NEED A RECOMMENDATION?

I've lived in Eugene for over 20 years, graduated from the U of O, raised a family here and have had a great time running and racing in the area. I am happy to steer you to good food, good fun, and family-friendly places. Our in-home Guest Guide Book includes recommendations with addresses and our visitor's notebook offers recommendations directly from previous guests! I would love to host you at Sunshine House, your home to play and relax in Eugene!