I recently stayed at Airlie Farm with my 6 year old granddaughter. Airlie Farm is out in the country about half way between Monmouth and Corvallis. You drive six miles out Airlie Rd on one of the prettiest country roads I have ever seen. Then you arrive at Airlie Farm, a horse breeding farm with a turn of the century farmhouse. It is just spectacular! I am from California, and the farm country in the Willamette Valley is completely different from the geography of the coastal community where I live. The sky at Airlie Farm is huge and it changes all the time. My granddaughter and I walked on paths beside vast green pastures that extended to dark, pine covered hills.
The place is so well priced. It is truly a bargain. Nancy, the innkeeper, is the consummate hostess; warm without being intrusive. Nancy provided us with one of the most delicious and beautifully presented breakfasts I have ever had. She also has a great eye for decor. Our room, and the entire house, was just beautiful. Our room was upstairs and had a great deal of privacy. There was a sitting room with a microwave, refrigerator, snacks and TV, so we felt like we had our own space. Nancy goes out of her way to accommodate her guests. She even arranged horse back riding lessons for my granddaughter when we were there. I consider Airlie Farm my new "home away from home" when I visit the Willamette Valley. Do check out their website. It is even more beautiful in person! read more