The sky was that specific shade of Central Oregon blue — the kind that makes even a parking lot look cinematic — when we pulled up to the Sunriver Country Store on a blazing summer afternoon. We’d already been on bikes for two hours, the kids had burned through every snack we’d packed, and the cedar-and-stone facade of this place felt, honestly, like a mirage made real. We grabbed a cart before we even caught our breath.
What the Sunriver Country Store actually sells
Here’s the thing about the Sunriver Country Store: it’s more than a convenience stop. Yes, you can grab the obvious — cases of water stacked right by the door, sunscreen, bug spray, ice for the cooler — but wander a little deeper and you’ll find a real grocery selection. Fresh produce, deli items, wine and local beer, pantry staples, firewood, and a solid snack wall that we may have spent too long in front of. There’s a deli counter doing made-to-order sandwiches, which saved us on more than one occasion when we didn’t feel like firing up the grill after a long day on the Deschutes. They also carry a curated selection of Oregon-made goods — jams, sauces, specialty foods — that make surprisingly good gifts if you’re the kind of person who likes to bring something home from a trip.
Is the Sunriver Country Store more expensive than a regular grocery store?
We’re going to be honest with you: yes, it is. That’s the trade-off of shopping inside a resort community, and it’s worth knowing before you get there. Prices at the Country Store run noticeably higher than what you’d pay at a Safeway or Fred Meyer in Bend — we noticed it most on basics like name-brand snacks, beverages, and packaged goods, where you can easily pay 20–40% more than off-resort pricing. If you’re renting a house in Sunriver for a week, our genuine advice is to do a big stock-up run in Bend before you arrive and use the Country Store for fill-ins and forgotten items. That said, for what it is — a full-service grocery anchored inside a resort village, no car required if you’re staying nearby — the convenience has real value, especially once you’ve done the math on driving 15 miles each way.
Why the Country Store is considered an essential Sunriver amenity
Sunriver is a community built around not needing to leave. The 35-plus miles of paved bike paths, the SHARC aquatic center, the marina, the observatory — it’s all designed so that once you’re in, you can stay in. The Country Store fits that philosophy perfectly. For full-time residents and long-term renters alike, it functions as the neighborhood grocery: walkable or bikeable from most parts of Sunriver, open daily, and stocked well enough to handle a week’s worth of meals if you’re strategic about it. We watched families roll up on cruiser bikes with baskets, grabbing dinner ingredients without ever touching a car key. That’s the Sunriver ethos in one small moment, and the Country Store is a big part of what makes it work.
We ended up spending more than we planned that afternoon — a bag of pretzels, crackers, a hami melon, and two ice cream bars that didn’t survive the walk back to the bike rack. Worth every penny of the markup.
Frequently Asked
What does the Sunriver Country Store sell?
The Sunriver Country Store carries a full range of grocery items including fresh produce, deli sandwiches, wine and local beer, snacks, pantry staples, firewood, sunscreen, and Oregon-made specialty foods. It functions as the primary grocery option inside Sunriver Village.
Is the Sunriver Country Store expensive?
Yes, prices run noticeably higher than Bend-area grocery stores — often 20–40% more on everyday items. Most visitors recommend stocking up in Bend before arriving and using the Country Store for fill-ins and convenience purchases during their stay.
Can you walk or bike to the Sunriver Country Store?
Yes. The store is located in Sunriver Village and is accessible via Sunriver’s extensive paved bike path network, making it bikeable or walkable from most parts of the resort without needing a car.
What are the hours of the Sunriver Country Store?
The Sunriver Country Store is open daily. Hours can vary seasonally, so it’s worth checking directly with the store or the Sunriver Village website for current times before you go.
Is the Sunriver Country Store open to the public or only for resort guests?
The Country Store is open to anyone — resort guests, homeowners, and visitors passing through Sunriver are all welcome to shop there.