Location: Twisp, Washington State, USA (Methow Valley, North Cascades - Near Twisp)
Accommodations: House, 10 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 6 Baths (Sleeps 27)
The place to go to get away from it all....Situated in the renowned Methow Valley (foothills of the North Cascade Mountains), this private retreat is nestled in a secluded basin all its own, at the end of the road. The property's 160 acres is surrounded by thousands of acres of National Forest wildlands, with the nearest private property over a mile away. (The meadow in the photo below is larger than it looks - about a half-mile long!)
The Non-Smoking Lodge features a charming, rustic wood interior with a handsome rock fireplace. Recently remodeled, it now boasts a radiant heat floor covered with beautiful bamboo flooring. The deep, covered porch catches a breeze on hot summer days, and is a great place to sit and relax. The cathedral ceiling and skylights in the 800 square foot living room provide an inspiring atmosphere for rest and renewal. There is ample space for family and friends, but it is also a cozy setting for a quiet romantic get-away.
There are three bedrooms in the Lodge, and 6 bedrooms with twin beds (can be pushed together to make king-size) in the new passive-solar Bermhouse. There are three full bathrooms in the Lodge (two with entries from the porch so you don't have to go in the Lodge), and three half-bathrooms in the Bermhouse. We only rent to one group at a time, so you always have the whole place to yourself!
The wood-fired sauna offers a great way to recover from a day of hiking or skiing. Our two tents (small party tent seats 25 people, large sky-lodge tent seats 200) offer additional space in summer, making it a perfect place for a picturesque wedding or a fun-filled family reunion.
Hikes right from your door take in views of snow-capped peaks, and private groomed ski trails wind through the property in winter. There are numerous slopes to choose from for back-country skiing, snowboarding or sledding. Nearby is the friendly Loup Loup downhill ski area, and the beautiful Methow River offers prime whitewater rafting. Springtime brings a magic carpet of wildflowers covering the land. Choose from several local swimming holes for cooling off in the summer.
The town of Twisp offers live theater and a thriving Farmer's Market in the summer, music throughout the year, an art gallery, restaurants, and more. Located on the sunny side of Washington State, close to mountain lakes and whitewater rivers, recreational opportunities abound.
Our guests appreciate the silence this property has to offer. They say that although many places say they offer seclusion, this is the only place that really delivers. We have also been told that the photos don't really capture the place, it usually exceeds peoples' expectations!
Note: Caretakers live on the property, around the corner from the main house. They are well-practiced at being invisible, and it is their objective that you have a very quiet and peaceful stay!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed: 15 single beds total
- Convertible Bed (6)
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Sauna
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Ski-In
- Ski-Out
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Wood-Burning Oven, Ski trails, Sled run, Solar Power, Radiant heat floor, 15x15 party tent, 2000sq ft 'sky lodge' tent, yoga mats
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- yoga instruction with certified teacher
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Summer: $185/night for 4 people, $20 each additional person
Winter: $205/night for 4 people, $20/additional person (December 1 to March 15)
Two night minimum; three nights on holiday weekends
Discounts for longer stays
$25 pet fee for one dog, $40 for two dogs
Deposit required to reserve dates
Groups of more than 10 people have a flat rates charge (NO base rate) of:
$30/person
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Property Photos
- View of lodge (lower right corner) from groomed trail system - Twisp, WA - Washington State Vacation Rental - In the Foothills of the North Cascade Mountains!
- 800 sq foot living room with skylights and radiant heat bamboo floor - Twisp, WA - Washington State Vacation Rental - In the Foothills of the North Cascade Mountains!
- view of the half-mile long meadow from the lodge - Twisp, WA - Washington State Vacation Rental - In the Foothills of the North Cascade Mountains!
- the Lodge is on the left, the Bermhouse on the right, the sauna in the middle
- rustic and quiet - it's like stepping back in time!
Guest Comments (13)
First (10) of (13). View all comments
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #30663
There have been 20461 visitors to this page since the counter was last reset in 2005.
This listing was first published here in 2003.
Date last modified - November 05, 2009
Positive Rating
Ann Linnea , Freeland, WA
Positive Rating
Three sisters, one sister-in-law and one lone husband spent five glorious days at Skalitude. Wide open spaces, blue skies, fresh snow and superb lodging made for a better trip than we could hope for! Rush hour at Skalitude = x-county skiier, four deer, two dogs, a bald eagle and a wild turkey. Thank you for being such wonderful hosts and entrusting your little piece of utopia to us! (our dogs thank you too!) Your hospitality and stewardship has made this a truly unique and memorable trip.
Positive Rating
Carolyn Sanders , Longbranch washington
Positive Rating
Neal Whitson , Auburn Wa
Positive Rating
Becky & Jacob , Seattle, WA
Positive Rating
Leslie , Seattle, WA
Positive Rating
,
Positive Rating
Our 3rd year of searching and finding dog friendly adventures between Washington and California and by far the favorite. You could have kept this beautiful place to yourself and yet you are kind enough to share it with all of us. For that I 9we) thank you so very much. The home, the land and all its peacefulness were such a fun treat to celebrate my dad's 60th B-day. Now I shall look forward to happy returns! Sadie, Jack and baby Jackson from Arcata CA. Randy & Patti from Wenatchee WA
Positive Rating
Loved our stay here! Great campfires, plenty of room for the kids to roam and gorgeous weather. McFarland Creek swimming hole was a highlight! Thanks! Mark K, friends and family
Positive Rating
We had a wonderful long weekend enjoying the solitude and the magic of this special spot. We skied the meadow and hiked up the mountain for a spectacular view of the valley. Riley the wonder poodle is going home well worn and dreaming of the snow. Thank you Lindsey for sharing Skalitude. Jenny, Jason and Riley