twisp, Washington
You've never seen anything like it. Let's start with the house; an eccentric, artistic, retrofit of a barn and a standing vernacular home connected by a greenhouse/hot tub room that makes you feel cozy and in the middle of the wilderness at the same time. Artisan touches include exquisitely carved beams, functional metal sculpture, a 'wildstyle' fireplace and hearth, a spiral staircase picketed with apple and pear limbs, an outdoor swinging bed (the dream machine), and other details too numerous to mention.
Summer or winter the gathering spot is the huge kitchen/dining/living room area where kids can play, adults cook, and slackers can pull books off the well stocked shelves and ride the plush couches or comfy chairs. In summer you'll move out from there to the giant wrap around decks complete with two hanging beds, for cocktails and river viewing. And in winter you'll retreat the opposite direction to the Fred Flintstone hot tub room for a soak in the unique hot tub.
Upstairs find a sleeping loft furnished with a queen sized bed and two twin beds in an very cozy alcove. Open the window in the summer and let the sound of the river take you down, down down... The master bed and bathroom are also on this floor, both airy and oversized, with a star gazing deck perched off the bedroom. The bath is equipped with a steam room and his and her sinks. There is also a bunk room adjacent to the master but not separated by a door.
Down the back stairs there is a bedroom furnished with a queen sized bed and another bedroom with a queen and a set of bunks. Both are paneled in warm pine finished the old Scandinavian way- sans trim. Beautiful! The downstairs bedrooms share a bath equipped with a 6' claw foot tub accessorized with shower hardware. The floor is limestone pavers which feel great in bare feet- especially in winter when the hydronic heat warms them. Downstairs further is a T.V. room with a large sectional which can serve as two twins and a twin futon couch . On the porch are two hanging beds, the most sought after cribs in the summer. We have slept six (kids) on the king sized bed. It has magnificent views of mountains by day and stars by night. The other bed is a full and has a view of the river!
In Summer slip out the back door to explore the Magical Methow. The property stretches along 1500' of riverfront with many shady nooks to view wildlife from (you will see many many deer, otters, and various other critters here) or write in that journal you've always promised yourself you'd be attending to. And fishermen- seize the day! This stretch of the Methow has a huge population of rainbows, cutthroats, and, in the fall of the year, steelhead. Flies only please! In winter you can traipse along these same byways with only the hush of the river and shush of your skis to accompany you. Birdwatchers also take note- the Methow Conservancy surveyed the property and found the highest concentration of migrating songbirds in the entire valley here.
If your objective is sheer relaxation, wander no further than the paradisical pond, complete with huge decks, a gazebo, and a pure sand beach, that lies to the north of the house.
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House is uniquely great, awesome views, and even stayed warm in -20 weather!
The house was our favorite part of the trip - a family reunion across 3 generations. Lots of space and interesting features including the hot tub and ice skating rink. Our only wish was to know more of the house’s story! Would definitely recommend for larger groups staying in the Twisp/Winthrop area.
We really enjoyed our stay. The house was large and artistic. It has some quirks like needing to oas through bedrooms to move between wings but overall a great stay.
A few families stayed here for a trail run weekend. The house has a huge kitchen, amazing porch with two bed/porch swings, plenty of beds, and an expansive view of the river and valley. We loved every moment. Mostly great for kids, though there's no way to cover the hot tub, which is sunk in the floor in the house -- might make parents of very young kids nervous. Thanks for a great escape this weekend!
Uniquely enjoyable space for our group of twelve. Lots of room for three families to gather to cook, eat, play games, read, sit by the fire, and spread out for rest and quiet time. Amazing views from living spaces and bedrooms. Convenient location between Twisp and Winthrop. Anticipate returning next season!
Thank-you so much for letting us stay in your home. It was the perfect match for our group.
We loved exploring this home which has space and rooms great for families and teens! We opted to hang out fireside overlooking the river and often deer and turkeys. Location allowed easy access to Loup Loup as well as Community Nordic trailheads in Winthrop. Driveway was plowed reasonably promptly after a 4 inch snow though it’s a little steep near the road - needed the AWD for sure.
My wife and I rented this property to stay with our friends and family after celebrating our marriage. The owner was was responsive and helpful, the property was beautiful and the house was clean. I would recommend this to future guests
Was our second year gathering, perfect location, beautiful
The owner was very attentative and the property was beautiful! We had an electrical issue that was resolved immediately. The cabin was very hot though, and we ended up purchasing 3 fans. Other than that we had a great experience at the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights with 15 other guys for my bachelor party and everyone loved the house and property. The place was incredibly relaxing. Tons of yard area for games. Enjoyed floating the river and ending at the house. Close to town. Plenty of space for the 16 of us. Would definitely stay here again!
Came for the weekend with 14 other high school friends for the Sunflower relay. And what a trip we had! Peter’s home is a retreat. One of the most incredible homes we had ever stayed in!
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