SOLITUDE! 10 acres on Elwha River- Olympic Park Mountains & River Views

Port Angeles, Washington
$905 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 4

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Bath 3

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Recent review - 7/15/2019. Beautiful view, comfortable house
We had a fabulous time staying at this house. Great location with easy access to lots of hiking (Lake Crescent, Sol Duc, Hurricane Ridge). Owners were great. My dad and my son went fishing with Rick and had a great time. The house was super comfortable for the 7 of us. The kitchen was well stocked and the view was amazing. We hope to make it back someday and would highly recommend this house!

House and Property Description:
River House, a 2672 sf home on a high bank above the Elwha River, features views of the River and the distant snow-topped mountains that are a photographer's delight, an ever-changing vista of light and shadow.

The spacious great room/dining area/kitchen is lit by a three-story prow window and invites day's end relaxation with television, wood stove and comfortable leather seating. The dining area features seating for six around a large teak table. The modern kitchen is well-equipped for meal preparation.

The Sockeye Suite a light-filled room with an en-suite bath, king size bed, television and walk-in closet, encompasses the second floor, assuring the greatest privacy. A balcony off the bedroom is a fine place to take your morning coffee. The adjacent Steelhead Room, a cozy spot with a comfortable twin bed, shares a bath with the Sockeye Suite.

On the main floor, a third bedroom features a king- size bed, television, a walk-in closet and an adjacent designated bath. Waterfowl Room takes its theme and colors from exquisitely detailed duck prints and decoys. This room features double sliding doors allowing easy outdoor viewing of the River and mountains.

The fourth bedroom is the striking Upland Game Birds room featuring images of pheasants and grouse,walk in closet, unique color scheme and furniture, a queen size bed, and a designated bathroom.

A path down to the River allows a close-up view of the changes in the water flow since the the Glines and Elwha dams were removed in2014.

We are blessed with occasional and unpredictable visits from deer and the Herrick Road elk herd, as well as cougar and bear spottings.

Across the River is the Olympic Hot Springs Road entrance to the Olympic National Park. This entry leads to a recently built overlook to the former site of the Glines Dam. (At present, access to the Park via this entrance is limited due to winter storm damage.)

Lake Crescent is about 15 minutes west on Highway 101. The Lodge has a covered porch and outdoor seating fine for sipping your tea, coffee, wine etc and viewing a stunning 624 ft deep lake, recently voted the best in Washington. There are easy flat walking paths on the grounds as well. A mile-long trail leads to the 90 foot Marymere Waterfall.

Olympic Raft and Kayaking is literally right down the road. Harbinger Winery's Tasting Room is about 6 miles east on 101, on the right side. Right next door is Adventures in Kayaking.

Additional activities on the Olympic Peninsula:
http://www.clallam.org/outdoor-adventure-1.html & the
Nearby Sight attachment on your welcome email.s

Fishing & Guiding:
Salmon abound in the rivers and ocean in this area with trout and halibut coming in second place.

The Elwha River salmon are recovering their former number since the Elwha and Glines Dams were removed four years ago. As of October, 2018, 5,300 chinook are expected to return this fall to spawn, 15,000 rainbow trout were counted in September and bull trout and summer steelhead numbers are multiplying apace. The Elwha will open to sport fishing in July, 2021 at the earliest. River House has generous frontage on the River that is available to our guests for fishing when it reopens. Rick knows the River like the back of his hand and will be available for scheduled lessons for those new to salmon and trout fishing.

Silver salmon and king salmon are running in the rivers from September (provided there is good rainfall during the month) to February. Steelhead are available from November to the end of March. Salt water salmon fishing season runs from July 1st to August 15th.

Rick guides river drift- boat fishing and can arrange for charter ocean fishing. He also provides guide services for the genetically distinct Beardslee trout found only in nearby Lake Crescent, a most beautiful place. The Beardslee trout season starts June 1st and ends October 31st. They are catch and release only and no license is needed as Lake Crescent is part of the Olympic National Park.
Scenic drift boat trips on the west end rivers are available. A minimum of two and maximum of three persons are necessary to book a drift boat fishing trip and a minimum of a two night stay at River House is also needed. Scenic drift boat trips can accommodate 1 adult and 2 children, ages 8 and up or 2-3 adults. A minimum of two persons is needed for fishing Lake Crescent.
Text Rick for further information at 360 477-1715.

Pet Policy and Fee
We welcome a maximum of two dogs per stay. The dogs must be a year old or older, be neutered or spayed, and treated with flea and tick control such as Frontline or Advantage 3 days prior to arrival. Please groom (brush) your dog shortly before your arrival. A dog bed might be helpul to make your dog feel at home and a crate is strongly recommended if you plan to leave your dog in the house when you go sightseeing or dining out. Please remember that the River House area is heavily wooded and near the Olympic National Park. If your dog gets loose, it may be a difficult, perhaps impossible, task to find him. In addition, coyotes, and cougars are commonplace and the occasional bear has been known to visit. The Herrick Road elk herd visits the field at random. Large antlered buck guard the herd and might react to an excited dog. Please take this seriously and save yourself (and us) some heartache by keeping your pet on a leash and using a collar with contact information on it.

We welcome your pet but can continue to do this only if care of the pet and the house and grounds is attended to.

The pet fee is $100 per stay for one dog and $150 a stay for two dogs.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Deadbolt Lock Smoke Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2673 Sq Ft (248 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Boat On Site Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hunting Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Rafting Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Stereo Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near The Sea On The River On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: Outside Only Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 7

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Review Review

  • Seongyun

    Submitted Jun 25, 2024

    Stayed Jun 24, 2024

    Beautiful place!!

  • Dana

    Submitted Oct 8, 2021

    Stayed Oct 2, 2021

    Wonderful stay and beautiful views! Easy check in, extremely clean, no complaints!

  • Kathy M.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2026

    Stayed May 23, 2026

    Beautiful home overlooking the Elwa River. We spent free afternoons on the patio overlooking the river where we saw tons of birds and eagles. The beds were so comfortable and the home was well equipped. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Great communication with the owner and super easy check-in. Easy to get to, about 15 minute drive from Port Angles. Way worth the drive if you are looking for peace and quiet. Saw deer each morning in the yard and the elk herd were close, although we missed our opportunity to see them. Highly recommend

  • Tiffany R.

    Submitted May 21, 2026

    Stayed May 17, 2026

    River House is a perfect get-away. Beautiful scenery and everything you need in the house. Rick was quick to respond to questions and offer assistance. Smalls was a welcome visitor each day. We saw the elk herd across the river bank. River house was close enough to town ( Port Angeles) but also far enough to enjoy nature. We explored Hoh Rainforest and Hurricane Ridge and took the ferry from Port Angeles across to Canada. The highlight each day was the coffee on the patio and stargazing at night. A little piece of paradise.

  • Laura V.

    Submitted Mar 30, 2026

    Stayed Mar 23, 2026

    Very relaxing and peaceful. Near lots of great hikes. Host provides extensive information and history of the area.

  • Beth V.

    Submitted Mar 30, 2026

    Stayed Mar 22, 2026

    Wow this property has the most stunning views! Truly beautiful! I absolutely loved soaking in the hot tub and listening to the river. The views from the main room are so beautiful. We also walked down to the river with the kids, which was pretty easy. Highly recommend anyone who can come.Of note, there are other buildings on the property. We didn’t see any other people, but there is a house right next-door that belongs to the owner. Again, we had great privacy, but just an FYI.

  • Tricia D.

    Submitted Mar 2, 2026

    Stayed Feb 26, 2026

    Wonderful location, very charming house with amazing views and easy accessibility to state and national parks.

  • Nathan M.

    Submitted Feb 24, 2026

    Stayed Feb 19, 2026

    We had an absolutely amazing time at this beautiful Vrbo! The home was perfect for our party of 6 - thoughtfully laid out, spacious rooms, well-stocked kitchen, and a truly breathtaking view of the Olympics. We enjoyed the hot tub, walk to the river, and comfortable furniture for relaxing and enjoying a good meal. This is one of the best rental properties we have ever stayed at, and we will absolutely be back.

  • Josey B.

    Submitted Feb 16, 2026

    Stayed Feb 12, 2026

    We had an amazing stay at this cabin! It was spotless, cozy, and beautifully set in a peaceful location with incredible views. The hot tub overlooking the scenery was a highlight—such a relaxing way to end each day. We also loved that it’s pet-friendly, which made the trip even more special for our whole family.The host was friendly, responsive, and made everything easy from start to finish. This place truly felt like a perfect getaway, and we’d absolutely stay here again. Highly recommend booking through VRBO!

  • Vaughn K.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2025

    Stayed Oct 14, 2025

    Incredible views from the house, inside and out. Easy check in and a well equipped kitchen. Comfortable sleeping arrangements. Awesome location, being close to Port Angeles and also the coast. Incredible wildlife viewing opportunities. Cannot wait to book again.

  • Judith K.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 1, 2025

    Enjoyed everything about this property; location, beauty, hot tub, fire pit, grill, and spacious kitchen and bedrooms!!!

  • Bryan K.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Aug 26, 2025

    This house was absolutely amazing with such a beautiful decorated home with stunning views out every single window. Definitely a Wow when we initially walked through the front door with such a lovely, spacious and clean home with so many amenities. We enjoyed the hot tub each night under the beautiful stars and milky way. Such a fun, terrific area and we enjoyed Olympic National Park each day. We would definitely stay at this home again should we come back to this area. Each one of us absolutely loved this gorgeous home and property!

  • Submitted Sep 4, 2025

    Stayed Sep 1, 2025

    Gorgeous house in the middle of the woods. Perfect for families. Perfect accommodations.

  • Amy K.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2025

    Stayed Aug 17, 2025

    The house and location were great. The owner is very thoughful in providing plenty of towels, bedding, firewood, etc - everything you need to enjoy/relax. Location is beautifulHot tube, fire pit, nice outdoor dining area. Can eat and make s'mores and sit in the hot tub with the sound of the river flowing below. The kitchen was FULLY stocked with spices, sugar, condiments, etc. Not coffee though - so bring your own.

  • Victoria M.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2025

    Stayed Jul 4, 2025

    This home, the view, the experience - not an exaggeration to say it was life-changing. This home and the view are as described (actually better) - Rick as a host is beyond hospitable, the area has hiking, local attractions in town, and easy access to outdoor adventures of every kind. My family came to disconnect from everyday life and connect with nature, and we did just that. The accommodations are very comfortable, we loved the fire and the hot tub at night after long hikes, and visits from Rick’s lovely pup Smalls. Because of this stay, we are looking to visit again and we be even looking to relocate. The natural beauty is unparalleled, the beds very comfortable, the kitchen well supplied to prepare meals, and the location perfect as a jumping-off point to so many things. If you have the chance to stay here, you will not regret it!

  • Jan S.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2025

    Stayed May 26, 2025

    The pictures of the house and view do not do it justice. It was amazing to sit by the fire pit, listen to the river, see a doe and her fawns in the grass, and look up to see a snow covered mountain. It doesn't get any better than that! The house had all the amenities and more. The beds were comfy and the kitchen held everything we needed. We enjoyed having Small visit us and get lots of rubs. Rick was very helpful and his knowledge of the area was amazing. The location of the house is closer to the national park than the town, which suited us well. I wish our stay could have been longer and we would go back in a heartbeat.

  • Cameron S. S.

    Submitted Jan 26, 2025

    Stayed Jan 25, 2025

    Rick is an amazing host. His property will WOW you.

  • Margaret R.

    Submitted Dec 12, 2024

    Stayed Dec 9, 2024

    This lovely, clean home faces Mt Olympus across the Elwa River with stunning views throughout. Very comfortable and well-equipped. We really enjoyed the easy access to so many great hikes and also, hanging in the clean hot-tub at the end of the day. Simply perfect!

  • Vanessa D.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    This River House was AMAZING!!! Gorgeous views! Great host! Close to all the sites!! We will definitely be coming back!

  • janis p.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2024

    Stayed Sep 11, 2024

    This place was magical. River below Mountain Views enough space for all of us, close to what we like to do which is hiking.

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