Gold Bar, Washington
Discover the beauty of the Pacific Northwest from 'The Owl's Nest,' a modern-yet-rustic Gold Bar vacation rental home steps from the Skykomish River! This 2-bed, 2-bath chalet offers guests a cozy wilderness retreat along with a 2-story stone fireplace, gas grill, and hot tub - ideal for relaxing after active days of fishing, hiking, and more. Enjoy easy access to Skykomish tributaries, Stevens Pass Ski Area, and proximity to Alpine Lakes, Wild Sky, and Henry M. Jackson Wilderness Areas.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Queen Beds
As soon as you step into 'The Owl's Nest's' inviting interior, you'll feel right at home! Cozy around the 2-story stone fireplace and let your cares melt away, or utilize the telescope to view some astronomical magic once the sun sets. If you're here in warmer months, cool off easily thanks to this cabin's air conditioning unit!
The main floor encompasses the 2 story vaulted ceiling living room and large propane fireplace, electric wall heaters, dining, kitchen, and mudroom spaces, along with an inviting master queen bedroom and 3/4 bathroom. Tasteful, rustic decor runs throughout the cabin, truly setting the mood for your wilderness retreat.
After long days on the trail, return home to refuel with a tasty meal prepared in the fully equipped kitchen. Share your meals at the quaint dining table for 4-6, at the 3-person breakfast bar, or at the 6-person backyard patio set - complete with awning and LED lights! End your evening on a high note with a peaceful soak beneath the stars in the private hot tub, or stake your claim on one of four cushioned rocking chairs and roast s'mores around the propane fire pit!
Morning coffee is best enjoyed outside on one of the small private decks, overlooking the surrounding woodlands and wildlife. Thanks to the home's location at the end of a small cul-de-sac with Snohomish County property on one side and a community buffer behind, you'll enjoy the peace and quiet with ample privacy!
Back inside, head up to the loft family room to enjoy a program on the 52-inch flat-screen Roku Smart TV with Comcast cable, Netflix, Amazon Prime TV, and 5.1 theater surround sound system. There is also a Blu-ray DVD player to watch all your favorite movies. The upstairs loft also hosts a stereo with Pandora and other internet stations so you can jam to your favorites tunes! A huge second bedroom is just off this space, housing 2 queen beds, and a full bathroom just outside.
-- THE LOCATION --
There's no better choice for outdoor lovers, as Skykomish is a hiking, snowshoeing, backcountry adventure paradise near various state parks, wilderness areas, and even a popular supply drop for the Pacific Crest Trail. Take relaxing strolls along the river, or get out for some more exciting excursions to get your blood pumping!
Calling all anglers! The nearby Skykomish River and its tributaries are home to chinook, coho and pink salmon, along with steelhead and bull trout - a true fisherman's dream! Although 'The Owl's Nest' is not waterfront, it is just a short walk through the woods via a county land trail to hundreds of yards of prime fishing waters. As an added bonus, the Reiter Steelhead hatchery is located a quarter mile upstream, popular for recreational fishing
When you're not hanging out on the river, there's a plethora of other fresh air adventures you can embark on! Eagle Falls is a short drive from the property and features a swimming hole perfect for the whole family. Hit the trails in Henry M. Jackson Wilderness Area, go mountain biking or hiking up to Wallace Falls and Wallace Lake, or venture further to explore the beautiful Alpine Lakes and Wild Sky Wilderness. You'll also find Lake Serene and the Bridal Veil Falls Trailhead just a short drive away! There are many additional hikes in the area for you to explore during your stay.
In the snowy months, this recreational paradise transforms into a winter wonderland! Just 34 miles away, you'll find the Stevens Pass Ski Area, which is a 1,125-acre winter sports complex with 37 runs, a terrain park, night skiing and a summertime bike park!
Too tired from your adventures to cook No worries! Gold Bar is a quick 2 miles away and offers a wide selection of pizza joints, Mexican restaurants, espresso bars, and many other food and grocery options.
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Please note the owner's cat is at the property on occasion and may trigger those with allergies
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
Amazing get away weekend! We celebrated our mom’s 92th birthday, it was the perfect house for her, easy access, bedroom/bath downstairs, fireplace flickering and all the mountain cabin memorabilia made us feel right at home. We shopped at Pike Street market before heading to the mountains. Richard’s kitchen was a fun place for all of us to create some fabulous meals. The hot tub and back yard made the trip. The bonus was a 10 minute stroll through the fern Forrest down to the river. The trail starts at the end of the driveway! Thanks for making our stay so special!
Property is beautiful and well equipped. There are neighbors but the heavily landscaped cul-de-sac location makes it feel secluded and private. Lots of great outdoor activities nearby, and Monroe isn't far of a drive if you're looking for large city attractions.
Exactly what we needed. Very nice and comfortable. The owner was great to deal with, very helpful and wanted to make sure we would enjoy our stay.
We enjoyed our time at the cabin in Gold Bar. We had access to hiking, rope climbing and beautiful drives with views of the cascade mountains. The Owls Nest has the perfect mountain cabin vibe and is clean, nice, and well-equipped, with everything we needed. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
We totally appreciated our stay at The Owl's Nest in Gold Bar, WA! The location felt secluded, though it was in a cul de sac, the home was truly homey and welcoming. An unexpected blessing was the tankless water heater, which allowed both bathroom showers to be used at the same time, thus speeding things up when it was time to end the day. Richard was always on top of communicating with us and making sure our needs were met. We definitely plan to stay there again if all works out the next time we travel to that area! Thank you for sharing your home with us, Richard!
Loved this house!! It was nice and clean, and had so many amenities. The owner was extremely helpful and answered any questions we had. We had such a great time and would totally stay here again. Beds were really comfy and showers nice!
The owl’s nest is perfect for a few days R&R. Cosy, comfortable and quirky in a tranquil setting (despite being able to hear passing traffic from the hot tub). The host was very helpful and keen to ensure that we enjoyed our stay, which we did!
We had a nice relaxing time enjoying the hot tub and fireplace.
The cabin is charming, beautiful and inviting. The decor is a everything you hope for in a serene comfortable family home in the woods. It was very hard to leave. Kitchen was very well equipped to prepare a big Holiday meal, and the hot tub is the best one I have ever tried. Beautiful emerald river and in the neighborhood including a county park half mile away. I will be booking again in the near future. Host was very nice, too.
We had a great time staying in gold bar at the owls nest, the hot tub was great. The fireplace was cozy, stocked kitchen with lots of spices, wine available for purchase, big kitchen table. Nice little trail to the river just to the left at the end of the driveway.
A beautiful cabin with incredible landscaping and awesome amenities! Richard, our host, was most attentive and gracious and was always available to answer questions and give advice and suggestions. We were in town for a special occasion so our dance cards were pretty full but we did avail ourselves of the fire pit during our first evening at the Nest and thoroughly enjoyed the respite. The beds are super cozy and we all slept very well. The kitchen is well appointed with all manner of convenient appliances. And while we didn't have time to partake, there is a lovely hot tub in the scenic backyard. I highly recommend the Nest to anyone looking for a great stay at the gateway to the Cascades or to those who are visiting Snohomish or Everett (usually just a half hour to 45 minute drive away). Bottom line, we will definitely be landing at the Owl's Nest again.
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