- Sleeps up to 7
- 3 Bedrooms plus rollaway bed
- 1 full bathroom
- Private patio
- Ample off-street parking
- Full kitchen, utensils, dish ware, & silverware
- Dining table and chairs for 12
- Additional dining area table and chairs for 4
“Great place! Cozy, clean house with thoughtful details. Very spacious parking, which was a big plus. We really enjoyed our stay and highly recommend it!”
Maxim
LaFollette House
- Carbon monoxide alarm
- Cooking basics such as pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes, silverware, plates, bowls, cups, cutlery, and other utensils
- Dishwasher
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Hair dryer
- Hot water
- Microwave
- Oven
- Smoke alarm
- Stove
The Thomas LaFollette House
This restored Queen Anne cottage was built in the early 1900s by Thomas H. LaFollette (1853-1941). His family came to the Ochoco valley when Thomas was 9 years old. Thomas, at age 18 began his own stock company. At age 23 he married Margaret J. Allen (1858-1922) age 18. Her father BF Allen was a very powerful stockman and in 1896 Thomas joined into a partnership with his father in law, together they were famous for their herds of high grade sheep known for their fine Narinq wool. Thomas and Margaret had four children.
The house passed to Carey Foster (1878-1960), the Grandson of BF Allen and nephew of Margaret Allen LaFollette.
Carey married Lillian Garfield in 1904 and they had a son Arthur G. (1907-1987). By 1920 Carey and Lillian were divorced and Art was living with his Dad. Wonder what the dirt was on that relationship because records show she died in the 1950’s in Portland, Oregon.
On January 3, 1923 Hazel Sullivan (1893-1989) a Portland person married Carey and moved to Prineville to live with Carey and Arthur.
Carey’s obituary shows that Art was still living in Prineville and apparently had three daughters.
As a child I remember Hazel as a strong woman who spoke her mind. She made certain her man is remembered in Crook County by leaving a hall named after him at the fairgrounds and a road just to be certain he got his due.
After her death the house fell into disrepair and my Daughter-in-law Susan and I bought it out of foreclosure for a song.
The tune got much more expensive when I decided to completely rehab the house. First, a foundation—my neighbors told me the house fell off the supports—which my contractor hadn’t noticed. No broken vintage glass except for one clear panel (I stockpile wavy glass). The house consisted of multiple additions – just add an out building. Then we brought in 3-feet of fill so you wouldn’t need a ladder to get into the house. I was furious they burried an ancient rhubarb plant but up it came through the fill – stronger than ever.
The lead paint on the outside of the house had to be remediated. The state inspector drove all the way out to Prineville on a report that we were not remediating the lead paint properly. (I guess some Prineville people were jealous) He left saying this was best job of remediation of lead paint he had ever seen! My head painter girl Heidi said “that’s the Stahancyk way…do it right”.
The infrastructure is new but everything else is restored, hand sanded and reapplied. My husband said “It feels like a museum.” I responded ”It is a comfortable throw back living space with new mattresses and high count sheets.”
“All the amenities but none of the drawbacks.”
Step back in time in comfort!
Jody Stahancyk
FAQs
Hunting
Prineville is a good base for hunting in Central Oregon. The surrounding high desert, juniper hills, ponderosa pine forests, and public lands offer opportunities for big game, upland birds, and waterfowl.
Oregon hunting seasons are set by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW). The exact dates depend on the species, hunting method, wildlife management unit, and whether you draw a controlled-hunt tag.Mountain biking
What you can hunt around Prineville?
- Mule deer
- Elk
- Chukar and Hungarian partridge
- Grouse
- Ducks and other migratory waterfowl
- Rabbits and other small game
2026 hunting season calendar
Here are the most useful dates to know for the Prineville area. These are statewide or Eastern Oregon season dates where applicable; always verify the exact hunt area and tag before heading out.
| Species | 2026 season dates |
|---|---|
| Ruffed and blue grouse | Sept. 1, 2026 – Jan. 31, 2027 |
| Chukar and Hungarian partridge | Oct. 10, 2026 – Jan. 31, 2027 |
| Rooster pheasant | Oct. 10 – Dec. 31, 2026 |
| Eastern Oregon quail | Oct. 10, 2026 – Jan. 31, 2027 |
| Mule deer | Varies by hunt area and weapon |
| Elk | Varies by unit, weapon, and tag |
| Fall turkey | Only designated areas; dates vary |
ODFW Prineville Field Office
2042 SE Paulina Highway, Prineville, OR 97754
Phone: (541) 447-5111
Ask about current hunt-area boundaries, game-bird conditions, closures, and public-land access. Call before visiting to confirm office hours.
Great hikes within about an hour of Prineville, Oregon
There’s a nice mix of high-desert canyon hikes, volcanic rock formations, river trails, and forested mountain routes around Prineville. For a 2–10 mile hike, start with Smith Rock, Chimney Rock, Steins Pillar, or Lookout Mountain.
The best choices depend on whether you prefer easy walking, big panoramic views, or a more strenuous climb. Distances below are approximate round-trip mileage.The best areas
- Smith Rock State Park — Summit Loop
- Chimney Rock Trail
- Steins Pillar Trail
- Lookout Mountain
- Barnes Butte Recreation Area
- Jasper Point Trail
Which should you hike first?
- For the biggest scenery: Smith Rock Summit Loop.
- For a shorter hike with excellent views: Chimney Rock.
- For a forest hike and unusual rock formations: Steins Pillar.
- For a challenging mountain outing: Lookout Mountain.
- For a convenient hike close to town: Barnes Butte.
One seasonal note: Fall is often a lovely time to hike around Prineville, but higher Ochoco trails can get cold, wet, or snowy. Check road and trail conditions before setting out, particularly for Steins Pillar and Lookout Mountain.
Floor plan of the LaFollette House
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