1922. It's the only hotel remaining from the days when
Vernonia, Oregon, was home to the largest electric sawmill in
the world.
Craig and Treasa Staggenborg, the owners of The Vernonia
Inn, undertook a two-year remodeling project, which resulted
in a comfortably modern bed and breakfast in the small, but
growing, community of Vernonia.
Vernonia (population 2,250 at the last census) is nestled in the
scenic Nehalem River valley of the Coast Range in Northwest
Oregon. The clean air, abundant rainfall and temperate
climate promote outdoor recreation-- especially fishing and
hunting. The Banks-Vernonia State Linear Park (a 26-mile
trail between the two communities) offers vistas of logging and
farming along a former railroad right-of-way that is now used
for biking, hiking and horseback riding.
Many of Vernonia's residents make their living in the timber
industry, but a majority of them commute to jobs in Hillsboro,
Portland, Forest Grove, St. Helens, Longview and other cities.
The 30-60 minute commute is a minor trade-off for friendly
small-town living and a small school district where it's hard for
students to become anonymous.
The community's love for the outdoors is demonstrated in its
commitment to six municipal park and recreation areas--
Anderson Park, Airport Park, Hawkins Park, Spencer Park,
Ora Bolmeier Park and Vernonia Lake provide RV hookups,
primitive campsites, a boat ramp, playgrounds, horseshoe pits,
cook shack, horse arena, picnic areas, a unique summer
swimming pool, fishing, ball fields and year-round paved paths.
All these resources make The Vernonia Inn an attractive place
to stay any time of the year... and during your stay in
Vernonia, you can take any of several convenient day trips.
Go fishing on the Columbia River, take a trip to the ocean, or
attend activities and events in Portland-- they're all just about
an hour's drive from Vernonia!
There are also several special community events in Vernonia:
The Vernonia Friendship Jamboree & Logging Show takes
place on the first full weekend in August. There is a parade,
cruise-in, softball, horse gaming, fast draw contest, kids'
fishing derby, lots of free entertainment, concessions and
much more.
The St. Mary's Quilt Show takes place each September, during
the last four days before deer hunting season. This fabulous
four-day quilt sale and exhibition takes place at "The Church
That Quilts Built." Other handicrafts are also exhibited, and
lunch and snacks are available.
The annual Salmon Festival is held on the first Saturday in
October, when the salmon are spawning. Pie-baking contests,
art exhibits and much more are available.
The first weekend in December brings the Christmas In
Vernonia Bazaar. Held in the Washington Grade School
gymnasium, this bazaar is limited to a large selection of
handcrafted items
Not only is The Vernonia Inn situated conveniently close to
recreational activities and sites, but its downtown location is
within walking distance of several eating establishments, it's
within strolling distance of several of Vernonia's gift, antique
and collectible shops. It's even only a half-block away from a
soothing massage.
All in all, The Vernonia Inn offers guests comfort,
convenience and enjoyment above and beyond the ordinary...
and at bargain prices! Come spend a night, a weekend, or a
whole vacation with us! We promise you an enjoyable stay!
Useful links:
www.vernonia-or.gov/index.htm
www.vernoniaflorist.com
www.etcetera-vernonia.com
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