Whispering Waters on the Skykomish River has lots of romantic ambience.
Location: Skykomish, Puget Sound, Washington State, USA (between Index and Skykomish - 60 miles north east of Seattle) View Map
Accommodations: Cabin, 1 Bedroom + Loft, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: Cabin, vacation rental cabin, A frame, cozy, romantic getaway, river, mountains, scenic, hot tub, ski cabin, Seattle, Washington,fireplace, northwest
Whispering Waters is a cozy A frame-style vacation rental cabin only feet from a Washington Scenic whitewater river surrounded by the beautiful Cascade Mountains 60 miles NE of Seattle. The cabin's romantic ambience makes it ideal for celebrating special occasions, with a river view from the loft, gas riverrock fireplace, and deluxe private hot tub. The loft's french doors lead to a romantic balcony that overlooks large moss-covered trees and has a river view. The 650sq ft cabin is cozy and perfect for two celebrating a special occasion or just looking for a romantic getaway. A small kitchen is efficiently set up for simple meal prep, and the dining table seats 4 with river view. There is room for an additional couple or two kids with a queen bed downstairs and a foam mattress futon in the sitting area.
Whispering Waters cabin is set in a beautiful mountainous area 90 mins from Seattle, surrounded by three wilderness areas (Wild Sky, Alpine Lakes and Henry Jackson) and Mt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest that offer year round outdoor recreational opportunities. The Skykomish is a popular class II-IV whitewater rafting/kyaking river, and nearby Stevens Pass (23 miles east)is a popular day-use ski area. The area is not "touristy", yet attracts thousands of visitors and vacationers due to the rugged beauty of the Cascade Mountains and the outdoor recreation. There are dozens of closeby hiking trails with something for everyone - easy family walks through the woods, waterfalls, alpine meadows, historical Wellington train disaster site with old train tunnels, trout-stocked lakes with crystal clear water, historic lookout towers, old growth forests, and technical rock climbing. There are two hiking trails within walking distance of the cabin. The Skykomish with it's sparkling clear water is a Washington Scenic River with seasonal trout, white fish, and steelhead fishing. Even though it is a whitewater river, there is a calm area in front of the cabin for cold water swimming on a hot summer day. The rapids just past the cabin are mild enough (except when the river is high) for family tubing. The small beach below the cabin is a mixture of sand and rocks with chairs in the summer to enjoy the cool river breeze on the occasional hot day (western Washington's weather is usually mild).
The cabin is a great place for just relaxing. The rocking chairs on the front porch provide "front row seats" to watch the river go by, bald eagles soaring by in the winter, and salmon jumping in the fall. The 59-jet deluxe hot tub is just out the front door a few feet from the river bank and is terrific for soaking your cares away while the river "whispers" by. The tub is covered with a glass roof so it can be used during all weather conditions. On clear nights the cabin's front yard is a great place to star gaze, especially after soaking in the hot tub. The remote controlled awning over the front porch provides protection from the rain and the sun when needed.
The cabin is super cozy in winter with the gas river rock log fireplace. Satellite TV provides 250+ channels including comercial free movie channels as well as music, sports & family channels. There are also board games, puzzles, paperbacks and area information.
The cabin provides deluxe amenities at affordable midweek and weekly rates. Customers love the comfortable beds as I am frequently asked about them. The queen bed in the loft is a new (2010) firm Sterns & Foster with a 3" memory foam topper to provide good back support while still being soft for a comfortable night's sleep (the pad can be removed if you like a firm mattress). I use high thread count sheets and provide quality towels. We are able to keep rates lower than the area's price range while providing quality amenities as the cabin is owner managed and maintained. The cabin is clean and well kept. Unlike many cabins, there is no cleaning charge if the cabin is left clean.
Go to Whispering Water's website (click below) for up-to-date availability and on-line secure reservation, or call 360-793-7616.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Washer and dryer available for an additional charge
- Dryer
- Linens Provided : High thread count sheets and thick fluffy towels
- Off Street Parking
- Gas Fireplace : River rock gas log fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed : Full size futon in sitting area
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : Covered hot tub only a few feet out the front door overlooking the river. 59 jets with two 5HP pumps.
- Cable/Satellite TV : movie, family, sports, local & Sirius radio channels. 32" flat screen TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Refrigerator, 20" electric range, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, bean grinder, blender, mixer, mini food processor
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Dishes, flatware, pots & pans, and cooking tools provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Balcony : Covered balcony overlooking a wooded lot with river view
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : 25 ft from a scenic mountain river
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone : Land line for local & incoming calls; long distance with a calling card
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- 59-jet hot tub with glass roof, Loft with river view, rustic wood floor throughout, camp fire ring, easy access to the river, Outside smoking is permitted, No Pets, complimentary mountain bikes
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : Children are welcomed. The cabin is on a 10 ft bank above the river with a steep drop off.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Under 21 must be accompanied by a parent. Exceptions made on an individual basis.
- Smoking Allowed : Smoking outside only
- Activities
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Kayaking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Fishing
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- nature photography, bird watching
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Midweek ..... $135-$155/night (holidays excluded)
Weekend ..... $165-$175/night.
Weekly Rates ........... $845-900/week (holidays excluded).
2 night minimum....3 night minimum most holidays.....3 night minimum July & August
8.6% tax additional
Rates Based on dbl occupancy, $15/nt ea adtl person over age 2
Holiday and summer rates.....See website (link below).
$100 refundable security deposit. No cleaning charge if the cabin is left clean
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Cozy Romantic Cabin Close to Stevens Pass - Riverside Hot Tub
Year Purchased: 1999
Why the Owner Chose Skykomish
I love this area as it is so beautiful and peaceful. Listening to and watching the Skykomish River "whispering" by provides much-needed stress reduction. After twenty years of living here I am still in awe of the beauty of the river, mountains and waterfalls.
The Unique Benefits at this Cabin
The cabin is maintained by the owner so it is cleaner and has more personal touches than cabins maintained by property management companies, and at lower rates. Comfortable all weather wicker rocking chairs on the front porch; hot tub with glass cover that provides protection from the rain while maintaining the outdoors experience.
Great family hike that starts at Wellington, the worse US train disaster. Old trail tunnel, avalanch show shed, summer wild flowers, great view points.
Easy & beautiful 1.5 mi hike through verdant old growth forest to an alpine lake at the base of majestic Mt. Baring. In the spring one might hear avalanches crashing off the mountain in the distance. In the summer one might see base jumpers jumping off Mt Baring.
500 ft wall rock climbing wall. There is also a steep hike to the top that provides a great valley view.
White water rafting and kayaking is very popular on the Skykomish River with numerous companies providing guided trips through the infamous class IV Boulder Drop rapids. It is also a fun place to go on weekends to watch rafts go through the rapids.
Owner's Map of Skykomish
I purchased Whispering Waters cabin as a side career while still working as a nurse. I enjoyed it so much that I made cabin rental my full time career ten years ago and still love it.
Property Photos
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- Whispering Waters on the Skykomish River has lots of romantic ambience. - Skykomish, WA - Washington State Cabin Rental Only Feet from the Skykomish River - Just 60 miles Northeast of Seattle!
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- Romantic getaway cabin in the mountains of western WA close to Stevens Pass - Skykomish, WA - Washington State Cabin Rental Only Feet from the Skykomish River - Just 60 miles Northeast of Seattle!
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- River rock gas fireplace adds ambience to this cozy romantic cabin - Skykomish, WA - Washington State Cabin Rental Only Feet from the Skykomish River - Just 60 miles Northeast of Seattle!
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- Small kitchen is equipped with dishes, pots & pans for simple meal prep
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- Wake up to a view of a scenic river rushing by. French doors lead to a balcony.
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- Romantic balcony off the loft with forest and river view
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- Private hot tub is just a few steps out the front door next to the river bank
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- Riverside seasonal dining & fire pit. There are also horseshoes and a sm beach.
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- Historic suspension bridge crossing the Skykomish River & Mt Baring
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- Romantic sunset dinner on a nearby mountain top
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- Downstairs bedroom has a comfortable memory foam queen bed and close to bathroom
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- The top of Mt Maloney is a favorite place for sunsets and star gazing
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- The Skykomish is a popular rafting/kayaking river with Class I-IV rapids
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- Fantastic hikes take you to breathtaking mountain vistas
Traveler Reviews (5)
So great we did not want to leave!!
Guest: Mark & Susan
(Antelope Valley, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/06/11
Review Submitted: 06/16/11
We can sum up our stay at this cabin with “We did not want to leave”. We stayed here for 12 days and it quickly became home. The views out the back windows are stunning, verdant mountains, an aquamarine rushing river, lush green foliage, and colorful wild flowers all can be seen while relaxing in the waiting hot tub. The fire pit was used almost nightly as we sipped wine and toasted our toes by the crackling flames. Sitting riverside one can imagine this area looking much like it did two hundred years ago when Lewis and Clark traveled to the pacific northwest. The inside of the cabin was immaculate, comfortable, and cozy. The gas fireplace kept the cabin cozy warm during the unseasonably cool spring weather. The small kitchen did not limit our ability to create great meals for the two of us. The bed in the loft was comfortable and the sounds of the river lulled us to sleep nightly, though the stairs up to the loft are a bit steep (this is not uncommon for cabins of this size). The decor screams mountain cabin at every look. There is a nice sized flat screen tv and satellite which allowed me to watch the Stanley Cup Final in comfort. Lots of nice areas to take a walk and some great trails a few miles away to hike. We met the owner of the property while we were here and she was very helpful and accommodating. This cabin could easily handle a family of four, but it is easily the most romantic place we have been too, so leave the kids home and enjoy! We would give this cabin ten stars if we could, it’s that great!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, romantic getaway.
Guest: Nica and Robert
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Date of Stay: 01/26/11
Review Submitted: 02/09/11
This is an amazing place well exceeded my expectations. We planned this getaway two months ago choosing from a list of cabins and really lucky that your place is what we found. Will definitely be coming back and reocmmending your cabins to our frineds. I have never been/felt so relaxed until the day we arrived here and know that this is the "Place". So serene when you're outside, looking at the views and listening to the relaxing sound of the river, and when we're in the hot tub after a long day snowboarding. "WOW" I just can't stop saying this is the place for me. MY PERFECT GET-AWAY.
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Guest: Carla & Bruce
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Date of Stay: 02/06/05
Review Submitted: 02/09/11
We had a wonderful weekend here in "God's Country". It is truly majestic here. We look forward to returning in September for our 20th anniversary. We have been pondering where we'd go...Hawaii, Tahoe, etc but we knew once we got here this would be our destination. By then Bruce can fish right off the bank - that wa a big seller for him. Your attention to detail made this feel like home.
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I want to go back TODAY!
Guest: cg
(Gig Harbor, WA)
Date of Stay: 08/16/10
Review Submitted: 08/20/10
We rented this cabin to spend some quiet time as a celebration of our sixth anniversary. GREAT choice. The cabin was clean and well appointed and the beds were very comfortable. The Loft sleeping room was like a little nest in Heaven. I loved it!!! The swimming hole in the river out front was icy cold, but great in the 98 degree weather; cabin stayed cool with the canopy and fans. We had a relaxing time in the hot tub and grilled up some tasty steaks on the barbecue. One day we drove to Leavenworth and it was an beautiful trip across Steven's pass and back later that night. Be sure to check out the Smallwoods Harvest road side attraction just 2.1 miles east of Leavenworth for some great fruits/vegies and specialty items. It also has some fun entertainment for kids (hay rides, chicken coops and pole maze). Coming home to the cabin in the woods at the end of the day was truly like coming home. I highly recommend it AND also recommend that you read all the journal entries whle you visit and add one of your own. Very entertaining. We plan to go back soon.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway.
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