Located on the Skykomish River in Index WA with huge mountain and river views!
Location: Index, Puget Sound North, Puget Sound, Washington State, USA (One Hour from Downtown Seattle, 25 Minutes from Stevens Pass) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
A Riverside Retreat is a 2 bedroom, freshly remodeled home located on the Skykomish River in the scenic town of Index, WA, only one hour from downtown Seattle, and 25 minutes from Stevens Pass.
We're so confident you'll love staying here, we're offering a money-back guarantee. Be sure to read all of our 5-star reviews below.
Located right along the river at the west end of town on a giant 5 lot property, you'll enjoy the "best view in town" of towering mountain peaks and a beautiful mountain river right from your covered front porch, cozy leather coach, or overstuffed reading chairs. Visitors are always amazed at the incredible scenic beauty only an hour from a major west coast city.
Newly remodeled in 2010 (watch our video!) with new hardwood floors throughout, you'll find all the comforts of home including a fully stocked kitchen, a 50" plasma TV, HD cable, Blue Ray DVD player, Wii Video Console, Bose Wave Radio with MP3/iPod connection, a dozen board games, and an open floor plan. Though it's brimming with entertainment options, it's also an amazing place to just relax and do nothing but watch the river go by.
This 2 bedroom home sleeps 4 in absolute luxury with new World-Class Simmons Beautyrest Pillow Top mattresses with 600 thread count linens. The home also includes a full-size washer and dryer, fully equipped kitchen, outdoor gas grill with rotisserie, complimentary gourmet coffee (regular and decaf), and complimentary popcorn for movie time.
There is a new wireless phone on site with unlimited calling to the US and Canada. We also offer newly installed, fast, wireless, broadband internet access for FREE.
This is not your typical "funky" cabin in the forest, but a newly remodeled, tastefully decorated retreat - at an incredible value. Think "Calvin Klein beach house" but in the mountains with a touch of mid century modern. Warm, inviting, and perfect for a weekend getaway for a couple, two couples, or a small family.
We keep our calendar up to date daily, so if your dates are available, your probably in luck. Contact us via email at info @ ariversideretreat [dot] com or by phone at 206 429-5210 with questions or quotes. We're happy to help, and we know you'll love our vacation home as well as the quaint tiny town of Index.
Keywords: Cabin, Vacation Home, Vacation Rental, Rental Cabin, Lodge, Bed and Breakfast, Stevens Pass, Retreat, Getaway, Motel, Hotel, Cottage, House, Bungalow, Condo, Skykomish River, river front
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer : Parking area is large enough to include a trailer.
- Linens Provided : Towels, washcloths, luxury bed linens
- Parking Off Street : Parking area right next to home.
- Clothes Dryer
- Washing Machine
- Beds
- King : Simmons Beauty Rest Pillow Top with luxury linens.
- Queen : Simmons Beauty Rest Pillow Top with luxury linens.
- Entertainment
- Satellite Or Cable : HD 120 channel package through Dish Network, includes all local channels.
- Music Library : Just a few music discs to choose from.
- Video Library : About 40 movies to choose from in DVD.
- Videogame Console : Wii system with basic games.
- Videogames : Wii Resort.
- Stereo System
- DVD
- CD
- Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils : Silverware, cooking utensils, cutting boards, knives, flatware, salt/pepper, olive oil, slow-cooker, toaster, etc.
- Full Kitchen : Full size: Oven, Stove top, microwave, fridge.
- Refrigerator : Brand new full size refrigerator and freezer.
- Microwave : Full size with rotating dish.
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio : Rear deck looks out over back yard and holds BBQ. Huge views of Index Wall from this vantage point. Front porch is covered and has amazing views of Skykomish River, Mt.Index, Mt. Persis, Gunn Peak. There are two chairs and a table - perfect place for coffee in the morning!
- Lanai : Front porch is covered and has amazing views of Skykomish River, Mt.Index, Mt. Persis, Gunn Peak. There are two chairs and a table - perfect place for coffee in the morning!
- Gazebo : Has picnic table and outdoor fireplace
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Gas grill with rotisserie
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Mt. Index, Mt. Persis, Mt. Gunn are all visible from the cabin. The town wall (400 ft sheer granite cliff) is also visible.
- Waterfront, Not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask For Details : Located along side the Skykomish River - famous for rafting and fishing
- Communications
- Free Long Distance : Free unlimited long distance in US and Canada. Why not call and catch up with family and friends?
- Broadband Access : Newly installed DSL with wireless. Password is right on the bottom of the wireless transmitter.
- Wireless Broadband : Free wireless DSL is included. Password is located on the bottom of the wireless transmitter.
- Telephone : New Wireless phone with perfect reception throughout the entire house.
- Other Amenities
- 50" HD Plasma TV, A dozen brand new board games, complimentary gourmet coffee and popcorn, & guitar for live music! We've also thought of all the little things that make your stay enjoyable like candle lanterns and plenty of hooks to hank up clothes and jackets. We even have warm slippers in all sizes and rubber shoes for those quick trips outside to the car.
- Suitability
- Children Welcome : Large yard for play, riverside location for swimming (in summer), lots of board games and entertainment options. Kids under 5 stay free!
- Pets Not Allowed : Sorry, both owners are highly allergic to pets and smoke so neither are allowed on the property.
- Non Smoking Only : Sorry, both owners are highly allergic to pets and smoke so neither are allowed on the property.
- Minimum Age Limit For Renters : Renters must be at least 25 years old.
- Activities
- Swimming
- Mountain Biking
- Fishing
- Kayaking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Skiing
- Hunting
- Tennis
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Sledding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Sight Seeing
- Museums
- Restaurants
- Snowboarding
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Rock Climbing
- Snowmobiling
- Basketball Court
- Shopping
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$149/night or $895/week standard rate for double occupancy. $169/night or $949/week Holiday Rates* for double occupancy. 2 Night minimum. Single nights may be available last minute at $169/night. *** Be Sure to Sign-Up on our Website for Last Minute Special Alerts! *** Additional guests/day-visitors (above 2 included) are $15/night each. *Call for details regarding Holiday Dates, but generally all major holidays. Children under 5 stay free, the home is not childproofed NO CLEANING CHARGE! Cleaning is included before and after your stay.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2010
Why the Owner Chose IndexKen grew up in Index (and still has family here), and even though we've traveled around the world there are few places as beautiful. The amazing mountains, sheer cliffs, and powerful river are enough to mesmerize even the most jaded. Combine that with the variety of kiking, biking, kyaking, rafting, fishing, skiing to be had - you couldn't find a better place to relax, or seek adventure. The town of Index has only 150 people so it's pin drop quiet at night. All you will hear is the gentle rushing of the river. This property is at the far end of town, built on 5 lots and even the houses "next door" are rarely occupied. You'll have all the peace and quit you need.
The Unique Benefits at this HouseWe have enjoyed a variety of accommodations from 5-star luxury suites at the Fairmont to absolute shacks in India. We think you'll find these accommodations just right - beautiful, comfortable, casual, with a touch of elegance. We're just going to go ahead and say it - we're bed snobs. If you want a luxurious place to actually get some rest - you're going to be back again and again because of our pillow top Beautyrest mattresses and luxury linens. When we set up our home to be a vacation rental we asked ourselves - what could anyone staying here possibly want, and we've tried to deliver that. We are anxious to get your feedback if we succeeded.
The Index General Store has been serving Index for many years. Beer, wine, snacks, food and other supplies available. Inside the store is the Post Office where you can mail your post cards.
In the center of town is Outdoor Adventure Center where you can book kayak and river rafting trips, gear, and instructions. They also have a nice coffee house and giant deck.
The Index school has a nice playground with swings, slides and climbing equipment. Next to the school is Doolittle Park which is a great place for a picnic featuring covered picnic tables. It also has a tennis and basketball court if you're game.
This is the starting point of the Crescent Trail which winds between town and the Index Wall. Great easy hike starts here.
The Index Galena road is fabulous for walking, bycycling, or a Sunday drive. Road meanders along the river through amazing rain forest - best experienced outside of your car. The road ends 5 miles upriver in a dramatic washout that was so dramatically big, it hasn't been reparied in years. The road is being re-routed because the river has claimed this location. Great side trip!
The Skykomish is a wild mountain river that runs right through town. It offers great fishing, white water rafting and swimming in the summer. Native salmon and steelhead make their way up this river to spawn and can often be spotted. Crack the window at night and let the sound of the river lull you to sleep.
Index is plunk in the middle of an amazing rain forest. You will not have to go far to feel like you are in complete wilderness. It's ok if you find yourself breathing deeper, and sighing with complete relaxation when you're here.
Burlington Northern railroad helped breathe life into this tiny hamlet and reminds residents daily of the town's history. Train lovers will have plenty of chances to watch the cars go by.
Want to know how this town was formed, who used to live here, and what they did? This is the spot for you - Pickett's Museum is a collection of photographs and artifacts and is a treasure trove of memories.
Owner's Map of Index
Greetings, We are Molly and Ken - newlyweds and avid travelers. Having backpacked around the world in 2007, we are now embarking on a North American tour and have decided to rent our home to people like YOU while we're gone. We both own internet based business and will be working and playing from the road. We just finished remodeling and haven't even had a chance to enjoy it ourselves so we hope you'll consider staying here, taking care of it for us, and enjoying this amazing area. If you want to do nothing - you've found the right place. If you want to do everything - you've found the right place. Please review our VRBO listing, or look for our website online for additional information. Regardless of where you stay, we hope you enjoy yourself!
Property Photos
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- Located on the Skykomish River in Index WA with huge mountain and river views!
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- Located on the Skykomish River in Index. Sit on the front porch and just breathe
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- Newly remodeled in 2010, 2 Bedroom home on huge lot along the Skykomish River.
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- Master Bedroom with King Size World Class Beautryrest Mattress and luxury linens
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- Living room with overstuffed reading chairs, leather sofa, 50" plasma HD TV, etc
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- Fully equipped kitchen including complementary gourmet coffee and popcorn.
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- 2nd bedroom with Queen size World-Class Beautyrest Mattress and luxury linens.
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- This is the view upriver from the house featuriing Skykomish River and Mt. Gunn.
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- 50" plasma, 30 movies, 120 HD channels, 12 brand new board games, and guitar!
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- One of the best spots in the house. Just sit and watch the river and eagles.
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- Jagged peak of Mt. Index will inspire and awe you. Many local hikes close by.
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- Lots of small touches to make your stay memorable and special. Romantic? Yes!
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- Boulder Drop is a class IV rapids about 2 miles downstream on the Skykomish.
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- The Index Wall is a major climbing destination. It's the NW's Yosemite.
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- The Skykomish is renowned for it's fishing, and it's right out the front door.
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- Snuggle up on a cold winter night and watch the snow fall. Then so skiing!
Traveler Reviews (7)
Great view, cozy cabin!
Guest: ted k.
Date of Stay: 02/03/12
Review Submitted: 02/08/12
My family very much enjoyed our stay, there were lots of games for kids and the house was well stocked. The view from the cabin was incredible, the river right out front with eagles every morning, the mountains covered in snow, and the huge granite walls of Index right behind. Easy commute to Steven's Pass for skiing!
Recommended for:
Perfect Little Getaway!
Guest: Katie H.
(Seattle, Washington)
Date of Stay: 09/09/11
Review Submitted: 11/19/11
I spent my birthday weekend here in September and had a fabulous, relaxing stay. It's the perfect distance away from Seattle - far enough to feel like you're escaping, but close enough to hop out there for a quick weekend. The town of Index is charming, with a cute raft company that serves food and drink. There's a little general store, but if you need to do a big grocery shop, you can drive a quick ten minutes to Gold Bar. The house itself is directly across the street from the beautiful river and incredible mountain views. The front porch is the perfect place to sit and have a drink after a long day of swimming, hiking or climbing. That is, if you can get yourself to move from the ridiculously comfortable overstuffed chairs in the living room. Huge TV with several movies to choose from, as well as travel books & magazines. The house has a nice open feel so that you can have people relaxing in the living room while others cook, and it still feels like you can all be hanging out together. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you could need, and they even had a little welcome gift waiting! Both bedrooms have very comfortable beds and decent sized closets. Everything was clean and well maintained. All in all, I would highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a romantic getaway for two, or a small gathering of 4-6 people. I will definitely be back this winter to use it as the perfect home base for a ski weekend at Stevens Pass.
Recommended for:
Treasure on the Sky
Guest: Steve
(Salem, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 06/03/11
Review Submitted: 08/01/11
Ken and Molly, I recently spent a very memorable weekend with my children at your amazing home in Index. We fished(50 feet from your front door), hiked, and enjoyed all that Index has to offer. Your home shows pride of ownership and left us wanting for nothing! Very well appointed and extreemly comfortable. We look forward to our next stay! Thank you
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, sightseeing, families with teenagers.
What An Amazing Weekend!
Guest: red
(Wenatchee, WA)
Date of Stay: 04/22/11
Review Submitted: 04/25/11
My boyfriend and I rented this property for his birthday over the weekend of April 23, 2011. The house was beautiful, sitting right on the river with views of Mt. Index and another peak in the opposite direction. Both snow covered peaks almost hid the beauty of the magnificent rock canyon that stood behind us. The house was remodled, very clean, and extremely comfortable, especially the bed which felt as if you were sleeping on a cloud. The only downside, although I somehow found it quaint and endearing, was the train that ran throughout the night, blowing its warning whistle with each passing. Yet even by the second night I slept soundly, never even hearing the train. My boyfriend and I got lost on the backroads of Washington in attempts to find the Tulip festival, after a flood washed out our chances of seeing the Big Four Ice Caves, and we were so happy to get back to the rental house, it felt like home. The second day, the home welcomed us after hiking to Bridal Falls near Mt. Index, a beautiful and easy day hike! Come Sunday morning, after having breakfast on the porch, listening to the river, and waving to the locals walking by, we reluctantly packed our belongings to head home. We both wanted to stay for another week if not forever! This was a great rental, great location, and a great mini vacation. Don't think twice about staying, it is definately worth every minute!!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.
Fabulous Mountain/River getaway - would stay again!
Guest: kpreston25
(Seattle)
Date of Stay: 02/03/11
Review Submitted: 04/21/11
My husband and I stayed at the rental cabin during the first weekend of February-2011, for 2 nights. We ended up using this opportunity away to celebrate an early Valentine's and go snowboarding at Steven's Pass while we were there. We were very pleased with the condition of the cabin - the physical appearance and decor exceeded our expectations from the photos online. The word cabin can be a little deceiving... it was more like a cute little mountain house that had been beautifully remodeled. The property was clean and well maintained. We brought our own groceries and did all our own cooking there, as there aren't many restaurants nearby. My husband and I were super excited when we arrived and saw the big screen TV with the Wii Gaming Station... we had lots of fun entertaining ourselves playing games when it was raining outside. The cabin is literally right in front of the Skykomish River, and such a beautiful sound when you're sitting on the porch. Great views, and only about 25 minutes away from Stevens. All the amenities were great - we had everything we needed, all kitchen supplies for cooking were there... the furniture was comfortable, and there were plenty of indoor activities (games, movies, books, magazines) and things you could do if the weather was crummy outside. There were some houses in the area that appeared to be a little run down, but everyone we ran into was super friendly - seems like a great little mountain community. The owner was very helpful, answered all our questions, and made the overall logistics experience easy (directions, instructions, rental responsibilities, key, etc.). I would definitely recommend this rental property to friends and family (oh wait, I already have)... Since the cabin is only 2 bedrooms, it would be ideal for a couple wanting a romantic getaway, or two couples looking for some adventure - great for summer or winter, or a small family, seems like it sleeps 4 most comfortably. We're actually going back to Index in June to go river rafting for my birthday with Outdoor Adventures (walking distance from the cabin) - they seemed great when we stopped by to chat and get some information. I would definitely recommend checking them out! We would love to stay here again!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wish we could have stayed longer
Guest: Betsy
(Houston)
Date of Stay: 02/18/11
Review Submitted: 04/15/11
A Riverside Retreat could not have been more perfect for our weekend. Index is a quiet little town a mile off the highway and a good bit off the grid. And that is the kind of vacation we like. The house is clean, comfortable, charmingly decorated, and well-equipped. The beds are soooo cozy. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook our meals. There are lots of magazines to read and movies to watch on a huge TV. But the better sights are outside the windows, The views are amazing. I loved watching the sun move across the cliffs. And with the river right outside the front door, the sound effects were great, too. We walked around town in the afternoon and visited the General Store. We skiied at Stevens Pass which is an easy 30 minute drive. We didn't eat out while we were there though we did see a few restaurants in the area. But we did try to stop at as many of the coffee kiosks as we could. We counted 13 between Seattle and Index. We will go back to A Riverside Retreat as soon as we can. We'd like to try the fishing and some hiking next time.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, sightseeing, families with teenagers.
Wonderfully cozy cabin, with "gotcha" amazing mountain and riverside views
Guest: Dave
(Arizona)
Date of Stay: 10/29/10
Review Submitted: 11/30/10
A Riverside Retreat is precisely that and more--it's riverside and a retreat from the noise and hubbub of life in more densely populated regions. I stayed three nights and would have stayed longer. VERY CLEAN...was one of the first impressions that hit me when I walked in the door of this slightly older, but newly remodeled and well appointed two bedroom, one bath cabin. SPACIOUS...another word, but not one I would usually ascribe to a smaller vacation rental, but this one definitely has room to stretch out in. Ample and comfortable seating in the living area, uncrowded kitchen, and front porch that is a MUST to sit out on in the morning or afternoon, with a hot mug O' beverage, to listen to the soothing flow of the wild North Fork of the Skykomish river and watch for not infrequent bald eagles, or heron's to fly by. I was stunned by the generous and commanding view I had of Mt Index and Persis from the kitchen, living room, or porch. Once on the Porch, I looked upstream to the Gunn Peaks stabbing into the sky both literally and figuratively. The beds were plush and comfortable, plenty of games in the living room entertainment center, and if so inclined, a huge plasma screen TV complete with satellite. Washer and dryer work well. furniture is new, and classy. Creative, fun, angling themes abound in one of the rooms and utility room. The owner's were easy to deal with--no fuss, no muss. Friendly and helpful on the telephone. A general store with a nice selection of items is right in town (less than a five minute walk). If you need something more, there is a full service grocery store 10-15 minutes away in Goldbar. Eating out has a few possibilities in the area as well. Though myself and my guest did not avail ourselves of it this time, there is some fantastic rafting to be had on the Skykomish river and on the East side of Steven's Pass on the Wenatchee. Several trailhead's of varying difficulty are in the area--I went on a stiff hike up to Lake Serene that ends at the base of the very same Mt Index you see so vividly from the cabin--several mesmerizing waterfalls are on the way up...easier hikes can be found in the area, but all are worth the effort expended in the rewards yielded from the views. Skiing up at Steven's Pass is a mere 25 minutes or so up the Hwy. Getting here, it was just a curiously quick hour + drive from SeaTac Airport. In short, I think this is a great place to stay anytime of the year, and would recommend it to anyone.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, sightseeing.
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