Ariel, Washington
Welcome to Black Bear Guesthouse at Welverdien [vel – fur – deen] Lodging, a well-deserved vacation retreat. Get away from the crowds and relax in rustic style accommodations layered with the comforts of home. Your 2-bedroom, 1-bath guesthouse sleeps 6 comfortably with a full kitchen, outdoor fire pit and relaxing hot tub with plenty of parking. Only minutes from year-round recreation here along the scenic Lewis River highway, gateway to the majestic Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument.
The Space
We have worked hard to create an amazing guest experience and we can’t wait to share it with you! Your guesthouse cottage is fully furnished and stocked with all the basics you need to make your stay relaxing and comfortable. Enjoy sleeping on a comfy memory foam queen-size beds in both bedrooms. The sofa bed pulls out to a full-size bed and all the linens including a fluffy bed topper are tucked away in the storage chaise. There is a full kitchen, walk-in shower and washer/dryer. Our main house is detached and close by but separated by a fence for your privacy and ours. Enjoy your morning coffee listening to the plethora of birds singing and chirping in the early hours. Then look forward to finishing your day off around the fire pit or soak it up in the hot tub.
Your guesthouse offers a great location for rest and relaxation as well as a “base camp” for recreational adventure expeditions. Enjoy a leisurely drive to Windy Ridge Viewpoint to take in the scenic beauty of Spirit Lake on Mount St. Helens. Another day you might want to take in a day of fishing, swimming, boating and kayaking at 1 of 4 amazing lakes just minutes away. Looking for hiking trails Then, explore the Lewis River trail to view the lower, middle and upper falls and picnic with a view. Looking for winter fun Head up to Marble Mountain Sno-Park for some snowmobiling, cross country skiing and snow shoeing. The possibilities are endless from the experienced outdoor enthusiast to the novice tourist looking for comfortable drive and park recreation options.
For boaters, larger vehicles, trucks and trailers, no problem, we have a separate gravel round-a-bout parking area that can accommodate all your parking needs.
Guest Access
Guests have access to a shared Hot Tub, BBQ picnic area, outdoor fire pit, gazebo, private hiking trails, creek that runs through property and parking area.
Pets
We have two friendly little dogs named Oscar and Phoenix. They are lively barkers and yappers but harmless. We've affectionately nicknamed them the mini raptors.
They sleep inside during the night. We also have some sheep and a horse on the property that are in a separate pasture separated by fencing. If you have any concerns about our pets on the property, please feel free to reach out with any questions ahead of time.
Privacy Expectations
All the outdoor spaces are shared with the owners. The parking area is shared, and we must pass by the hot tub and guesthouse to access our own house. So, you may see us coming and going frequently during your stay.
Guest interaction
We live on site and are available by phone or text as well. Our main house is located close by to the guesthouse but separated by a fence for your privacy and ours. We enjoy interacting with our guests and getting to know you if possible. We're here for you as much or as little as you need, it's totally up to you.
The cabin was so adorable and perfect for my boyfriend and I. We had such an incredible stay. It was so clean and peaceful, the rooms and bathroom were so clean. The fridge and prep space were more than enough for him and I to cook. We would heavily consider returning!
This stay was beautiful! The property is already set up for a wonderful family stay and we are excited to see what they add on in the future. We would love to stay in a future pet friendly cabin here with our pup Tucker and see that it is in their future plans. A perfect spot to relax after hiking through the Ape Caves or doing one of the many beautiful hikes around Mt St Helens. Our group of 6 were very comfortable in the Bear Cabin?
We were there for 3 nights. The hosts had thought of everything from spices to hot chocolate. Plenty of fluffy towels, comfortable beds and nice sheets. The hot tub was just right.
Just like the pics. Super place. Close to Ape Cave & that area of Mt. St. Helen.
The cabin was comfortable and beautifully decorated with a rustic theme. Everything that we needed was supplied. We especially enjoyed meeting the hosts and learning about them and the extensive work they've done to develop their property.
The check in process was very easy and well explained as well as directions to get there. The cabin was clean and exactly as pictured! The hosts were great with making sure we had everything that we needed to enjoy our stay. Great cabin to stay in!
Great Thank you
We absolutely enjoyed the property. It was well stocked, clean, and decorated with fun touches. We would definitely return. There were two small inconveniences. First, we didn't realize it was part of a duplex so the hot tub and fire pit were shared spaces and the shared wall is a bit thin. Since it was Thanksgiving, we didn't use the firepit or BBQs. We didn't run into the other tenants at the hot tub so it wasn't an issue. The other small issue was that I prefer to sleep with the bedroom window open year round but there wasn't a window in the bedroom. However, there was a box fan, so I used that which also solved the thin shared wall issue. Overall, we truly enjoyed the property and considered a summer rental so we could explore the area a bit more.
A peaceful getaway. Quiet and relaxing.
We chose this cabin due to it's proximity to Mt St Helens. We stayed 4 lovely days. Our goal was to summit St Helens, and enjoy the rivers and beaches on the other days. The kitchen was great for cooking at home. The wood accents were beautiful. We'll be back!
Very nice VRBO, thoughtfully appointed with good supplies, good reference materials, and great communication with owners.
Tanya and Johan are amazing! My husband and I were only able to get a few days for our honeymoon after our handfasting due to family events. They made it incredibly special for us. We also enjoyed talking with them when we saw them. The pups are so welcoming. The property was calming for me. Thank you so much for everything Tanya and Johan! I would definitely book again if we could steal away for another weekend.
This one bedroom cabin was everything and more the description provided. It was quiet and decorated nicely in the Northwestern style. The bathroom was a good size with an extra large shower. The kitchen was very functional with everything we needed. The hosts were very friendly and checked in on us frequently via VRBO Inbox to see if we needed anything. We enjoyed the nice hot tub with the snow that was in the area when we arrived. We will certainly return to this quiet getaway.
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