Spacious River-Front Home with Huge Yard is the Perfect Vacation Getaway for Your Family and Friends. Sunriver is located at the foothills of the Cascade Mountains in Central Oregon. We enjoy 300 days of sunshine and a climate that is perfect for year round activities. Mt. Bachelor is a quick 30-45 minute drive away, the Deschutes River is in our back yard and the pristine Cascade Lakes are a short drive away. Plus so much more golfing, biking, kayaking, hiking, white water rafting, skiing, rock climbing and more. The resort community is compact at 4 miles long (north to south) and 2 miles wide (east-west). It's easy to get around on over 33 + miles of paved pathways. Welcome to 16847 Pony Express - 5 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms - Sleeps 12 - Air Conditioning, Gas and Wood Fireplaces - River Access - Bikes, Ping Pong - EV Charger - Huge Yard Where the Big Deschutes River and Mt. Bachelor meet, you'll find this stunning home with a modern mountain lodge feel. Enjoy laid-back sophistication with echoes of rustic mountain undertones in the bright and open layout of the great room. Vaulted ceilings, large windows and cozy furnishing greet you with tons of light and space to spread out. Enjoy quiet time in front of the fire or chill by the windows and watch the peaceful view of the river out the rear of the home. The fully stocked kitchen is a chef's dream with high-end appliances and ample counter space to create your next culinary masterpiece. Enjoy your meals in the formal dining room or head outside in warm temps to take in your meal al fresco. The reverse-living layout has all living areas on the upper level plus a king bed ensuite with fireplace, smart TV and private bathroom with soaking tub and separate shower. Head downstairs to find four additional bedrooms. Bedroom one is an ensuite with king bed, smart TV and private bathroom. There are two king bedrooms, each with a smart TV. The final bedroom has two bunk beds. There is a full guest bathroom on this level with shower over tub. In the garage you'll find no shortage of entertainment with a ping pong table, 4 kayaks, and 4 tubes for floating the river. There's also a large deck, with a fire pit, on the lower level. Take a dip in the private hot tub and take in the stunning views of the expansive yard and river below. There is a small dock on the property, you are welcome to use it to float or paddle the river. Please note that this home is within the River Meadows community. River Meadows HOA amenities include: -Tennis and pickleball courts -Community pool (open Memorial Day through Labor Day) -Playground (next to the pool) -Fitness center -Private boat ramp -Paved walking/biking paths NO SMOKING on River Meadows property, including common areas, pathways, and all other amenities. No large parties or events, and no street parking permitted. Recreational vehicles cannot be kept in driveways.