Vacation Rentals by Owner

scott and roz melberg

Guest: scott (pacific wa )
Date of Stay: 05/15/12 Review Submitted: 05/26/12

the cabin was everything as described, it is a great place to stay, very clean and neat. we had 10 elk just off the deck early one morning. hiking was close by mt. rainier is close by. even with the entertainment provided, there was a lot more to do in the nice weather. thank you Bob and Sybille for a great vacation, you will see us again Scott Roz and Bob

Owner response:Thanks Scott and Roz, Glad you had a great time at the Mt View Cabin! Please come back again soon!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Mother Visit to the Great Northwest

Guest: Goldenbears7 (Bothell, WA)
Date of Stay: 07/09/11 Review Submitted: 07/27/11

July 9-10, 2011 visit- We wanted a place central to Mt. St Helens and Mt Rainier because my mother was visiting us for the first time from the east coast. We are a repeat customer and rented the cabin back in 2010 when we had our cousins visit. The cabin is great, there is a fire pit which we toasted marshmallows with our children and made s'mores. All amenities to fit our 5 family members. Hot tub was great and relaxing after a long day driving to the mountains. Beautiful view and area. Went to Northwest trek, then to cabin, next day to see Mt. St Helens and then following day drove back through Paradise and Mt Rainier. Elk always around and visible. Recommende for someone who wants to get away and enjoy the mountains.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Mountainview cabin was perfect

Guest: Nate (Onalaska, Wa.)
Date of Stay: 06/03/11 Review Submitted: 06/06/11

Thank you so much for putting together our reservation at the last minute. Being in a business where my schedule changes almost hourly, the ease and speed with which you set the cabin up for us made the whole experience top notch. The Mountain View Cabin was perfect. The views were incredible—from the surrounding mountains to the elk in the front yard—it was just what the doctor ordered. The furnishings were very comfortable—like walking into a home. I can’t decide what was better—sitting on the deck or in the hot tub—but either way this was by far a great weekend getaway. No more staying in hotels for us….I think we are going to check out the Alpine Chalet next!! Thanks again for great service and a great place to stay….and the hammock was an excellent touch ?

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

The best vacation dollars ever spent!

Guest: Happy bride (Gresham, OR)
Date of Stay: 03/27/11 Review Submitted: 04/02/11

What a place! Perfect little getaway that offers privacy and seclusion. We spent our honeymoon here and it was peaceful and gorgeous here. Not so isolated that it's creepy, but definitely secluded! Gorgeous views from each window and immaculate inside and out. Not a corner of the place was unclean or untidy. This is a model home, perfect for whatever your vacation ideas: girls weekend, family down time or, as in our case, honeymoon! We received timely and accurate information from the owner in emails, with identical information in a binder they have there (in case you forgot your printed email to refer to for checking out guidelines like we did!). They also have helpful information about things to do and places to go in the area. VERY helpful! No surprises, several opportunities to ask the owners questions and they courteously assist you in whatever needs you have, great or small. Timely responses and many avenues made available to contact them via phone numbers and email. Never a problem! This is the second time I have stayed at a property owned by these folks and it is a pleasure to not have to deal with grumpy owners! My husband and I didn't go very many places on this trip, but he did remark that next time we would make it. We DEFINITELY plan to return to this cabin in the near future. Not only that, but we will make it a plan to stay in each vacation cabin these folks own! Just can't go wrong with all these great things working in your favor to ensure you have the most pleasant stay you can imagine! Thank you so much, we'll be back!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Simply a wonderful and relaxing cabin experience

Guest: Mark (Gresham, Or)
Date of Stay: 03/23/11 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

The owners are a special family and this cabin exemplifies their dedication to others. All the ammenities (and more) of home made it difficult to pack up and actually go home. The attention to detail in the decorating of the cabin and the coziness made for a wonderful experience. Add the wood stove and what more could you ask for. The hot tub was clean, temperature perfect, and ready to go. Everything necessary for cooking in the kitchen made it easy to prepare our meals. Nestled in the hills surrounding Mt Rainier the view from the cabin is simply spectacular. This stay made for a very memorable spring break. Thanks so much and we can't want to do it all over again.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

We have finally found our "Home Away From Home"!

Guest: Amanda (Oregon)
Date of Stay: 03/23/11 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

This "Mountain View Cabin" has everything you need for a relaxing weekend away, or a longer extended stay! My transaction for this cabin was effortless and the owner responded to my questions in a very timely manner. I was pleased upon arrival to find the property pristinely cleaned and very well maintained. There was plenty of room for our family to spread out and really enjoy ourselves. The beds were comfy, views were breathtaking, and hot tub bubbly and inviting. I would highly recommend this rental to all my friends. In fact, I recommended it to my boss and she is planning to visit soon. Stay here. You won't be disappointed!

Owner response:Thanks for the kind comments. We tried our best to create a place where memories can be made. Do come back again soon! Bob and Sybille

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Marilyn and Wes
Date of Stay: 03/23/11 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

Thank you, we loved your cabin. It was really comfortable. The woodstove was very cozy! We had snow the second day and it was beautiful! We had a great time. We will be back again soon I'm sure.

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Guest: Ken and Earlene
Date of Stay: 03/21/11 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

We loved our stay in this beautiful peaceful spot! What a relaxing, private place to spend some time! Thank you for providing it! We even had the elk visit us which was a pleasure!

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Guest: Shane and Kaia, Tacoma, WA
Date of Stay: 03/18/11 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

My husband and I came back to the cabin for a second time with a last minute decision for some R&R. We needed a getaway to relax from our busy lives and Grandma watched our one year old son so we could rest. We went sledding at White Pass Ski Area. We found a spot just for the two of us and it was sunny blue skies, absolutely beautiful. Our last run we went down together and totally wiped out. We're leaving with only a few scrapes and bruises, thank God. The highlights of our stay was watching eagles from the front deck, soaking in the hot tub and starring at the stars. We watched movies on the new flat screen TV and they have a good selection of classics and new movies and we lit a fire in the woodstove. It is the perfect setting for a romantic time for any couple, we recommend it. We cooked some great meals in the fully equipped kitchen, slept good on the comfy bed and totally relaxed. We also love just taking a walk on the property. The view of the mountains and town are really inspiring. If you hike up the driveway to the other cabins above the views of Mt Rainier are stunning. We are looking forward to coming back again next year as we would love to make this a tradition in this pristine place. Thanks again, Bob and Sybille, we had a great time. You both have done a fantastic job in building and equipping your cabins. We have and will continue to recommend your properties to all our friends. You guys are so easy to work with and your website is the best and easiest to use. The pictures do not give this place justice. Shane and Kaia

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Guest: Mike, Leah, Aidan, Avery
Date of Stay: 03/04/11 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

My family had a great time staying in your cabin. We came up here for the White Pass Winter Carnival weekend and had so much fun. We wanted to get our 4 year old on skis. He did okay. He lasted about 30 minutes. Thanks for the quiet and well stocked cabin. This is our 4th time renting this cabin and it has truley become a home away from home! Kennewick, WA

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Guest: Wendy
Date of Stay: 02/21/11 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

An amazing time of relaxing, enjoying beautiful sunsets and visiting wildlife, elk, eagles and hummingbirds. Great weather for viewing Mt Rainier and hiking. This spot with incredible views and peaceful setting is a little slice of heaven on earth. Thanks for sharing your cabin, Wendy, Portland, OR

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Guest: Steve and Jen
Date of Stay: 02/08/11 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

My husband brought me up here for an early Valentines Day surprise. It was snowing when we left Puyallup (WA) and didn't stop until late Tuesday night. Thankfully we had our Subaru. It was such a relaxing time. We got to see the elk right outside the slider. If you are looking for good food Cruisers is awesome from pizza to burgers. We will be back for some R&R again soon.

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Stunning views from this beautiful, cozy cabin.

Guest: Wendy (Portland)
Date of Stay: 01/30/11 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

This is my favorite cabin in Packwood! It is so cozy, with all the amenities needed to feel right at home. The views are absolutely stunning, which is why this cabin has become my 1st choice when planning a visit to Packwood. Enjoyed watching the elk, the beautiful sunsets & star-filled skies from the deck. I love that it is so close to White Pass. Went for a half day of skiing with blue skies, sunshine & no wind. Wonderful evenings relaxing in the toasty warmth & ambience that the wood-burning stove provides. This was one of my best trips yet. Can't wait till I can come back again. Thanks!

Owner response:It is so nice to have great repeat customers like yourself. It is a pleasure serving you and it is the joy of our heart when people can unwind and relax at our cabin. We hope to see you again soon! Bob and Sybille

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Guest: Tj and Eva
Date of Stay: 01/14/11 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

I was looking forward to some time with my husband. He is a long haul trucker and is gone a lot. I found this cabin and it was the perfect place for us. We had some snow on the ground and with the blue sky it was so pretty. And we got to see elk too! This place was so great for us in all ways. The caretaker (Jodi) is doing an amazing job, the place is so clean and we got to talk with her, she is a very nice lady!

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best rental cabin I have ever stayed in

Guest: kevin (alaska)
Date of Stay: 01/04/11 Review Submitted: 04/06/11

My husband and I came to the mtview cabin it was wonderful it was like having a home in the wilderness but yet close to town 1/4 mile away we went hiking and fishing in the low land lakes and caught silvers, we will be coming back as soon as we can get into the highland lakes .we were 18 miles from whitepass ski resort where we went skiing it was so beautiful. After a long day hiking we came back to the cabin for a hottub with a beautiful view and as we were in the hottub 3 elk came walking in the yard it was great cant wait to come back in the summer.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Nici and Holly
Date of Stay: 12/10/10 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

We all had a great time at the cabin. We loved the hot tub and the beds were extremely comfy too! It was nice to be able to wind down after a day of snowboarding. The woodburning stove was great. It's snowing now and time to try and make it out of town! We are so sad to go - thanks guys, we needed this break!

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Guest: David and Christine
Date of Stay: 11/12/10 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

We had an amazing honeymoon here. The scenery was gorgeous and all of the stuff in the house worked great. Thanks for a wonderful and relaxing time.

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Guest: Lucy and Greg
Date of Stay: 10/29/10 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

We are visiting from Florida and are so delighted with our cabin. It way exceeds our expectations. And the visiting elk are quite a treat. Staying here has been a highlight of our 10 day stay in Washington. Thanks for making this home away from home available!

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A Great Time For My Family!

Guest: JaymanandFam (Wood Village, OR)
Date of Stay: 10/22/10 Review Submitted: 04/07/11

I have stayed at a few of Great Northwest Cabin's rentals and each one has been a wonderful experience. The memories with my wife and kids are priceless. High Quality care and love have gone into these cabins. I would personally recommend to anyone the Mt View Cabin. This cabin is very clean and cozy. The owner takes great lengths to ensure your comfort. We loved the books and info of the area that gives you the rundown of things to do. Great fun!!!

Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway.

Guest: Luke and Dennis
Date of Stay: 10/15/10 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

Beautiful View, Cozy cabin and great amenities. The elk were amazing, the stars were breathtaking-would love to come back! Thanks so much!

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Guest: Kim and Ken
Date of Stay: 10/08/10 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

We had a wonderful time at Mt Rainier. We enjoyed the cabin very much. Didn't see the elk on your property but saw them in town. Kim and Ken PS:Loved the quiet!

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Guest: Howard, Rachel and Cameron
Date of Stay: 10/01/10 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

Had a great time and enjoyed your place - very nice! The hot tub was perfect temp and the beds were very comfortable. Got some good hiking in. Nice cabin!

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Guest: Roxane and Don
Date of Stay: 09/29/10 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

Your place was cozy and comfortable. We enjoyed the beautiful views and quiet evenings. Not looking forward to returning to Florida. Will be back here someday! Roxane and Don, Clearwater, FL

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Guest: Sharla and Friends
Date of Stay: 09/26/10 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

We had such an awesome time here! I kept sighing because I was so relaxed, hanging out at the cabin, hiking, hanging at the river...it was perfect! Thank You!

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Guest: Steve and Mary
Date of Stay: 09/23/10 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

We're here to celebrate both of our birthdays. Within 15 minutes of arriving, we saw 7 elk. During our stay we drove highway 12, "White Pass Scenic Byway" all the way to Naches. Well worth the drive to see some gorgeous mountains, lakes, rivers and waterfalls. Also went to Mt Rainier National Park, Stevens Canyon entrance. Did an easy hike to Grove of the Patriachs which included crossing a suspension bridge. Fun for all ages~very comfortable and realxing here~just what we needed! Thanks, Steve and Mary

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Guest: DeMarco
Date of Stay: 09/17/10 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

Beautiful cabin to top off our 3 week vacation in the Northwest and Canadian Rockies. Had a wonderful time!

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Guest: Diane and David, Las Vegas, NV
Date of Stay: 08/21/10 Review Submitted: 02/17/11

We had a wonderful time at this beautiful clean cabin. Spent time hiking Mt Rainier - we highly recommend the Silver Falls trail for an easy but spectacular view of the falls starting at the Ohanapecosh campground. Loved that the cabin was clean and everything we needed was provided. Thank you for such a lovely time!

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Guest: Pam and Jerry and Family
Date of Stay: 08/18/10 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

Enjoyed the stay with our 2 granddaughters. Visited Mt Rainier National Park and Mt St Helen's National Monument. The cabin was very comfortable with great views. Very hot while here. Air conditioning worked well. Kids played in Skate Creek to cool off - good location to explore the area. Thanks for sharing!

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Guest: The Langes, Burton, TX
Date of Stay: 08/18/10 Review Submitted: 02/16/11

This cabin is beautiful and peaceful and clean. Everything we needed - very appreciated. Your guest book was a huge help and we enjoyed several of the hikes that you had highlighted. The clouds finally lifted in the afternoon to give a glimpse of the summit - awesome. Also enjoyed the musuem at Longmire and a quick walk through the trail of the Shadows. We are off in the morning to Portland via Mt St Helens - this was a great place - Thank You!

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Excellent value, highly recommended

Guest: Mihai (Vancouver, BC)
Date of Stay: 07/31/10 Review Submitted: 07/07/11

I have rented this cabin every summer for the last three years. Meticulously clean, well maintained. Dealing with the owner was a pleasure. Great privacy with a beautiful view of the mountains and valley. And the elk grazing a few feet away... I'm going back soon.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Tom and Jennie, Tacoma, WA
Date of Stay: 07/18/10 Review Submitted: 02/16/11

Great Little Cabin!! Super hike to Packwood Lake - beautiful! Cruisers Pizza the best in the land. Great elk watching too Mama and two babies and a Mr and Mrs. And a good nights sleep too!

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Guest: Ray and Sandy, Coral Springs, FL
Date of Stay: 07/10/10 Review Submitted: 02/16/11

Coming from the lowlands of south Florida, this is truely spectacular! The cabin was a great resting place and the mountain region a great playfield. We will be sorry to leave but can't wait to come back. Thanks!

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Guest: Heather and Brinson, Houston, TX
Date of Stay: 07/10/10 Review Submitted: 02/16/11

We've had a lovely stay. Really enjoyed the cabin and it's proximity to both Mt St Helens and the Ohanapacosh are of Mt Rainier. Also enjoyed the cooler temps (for us anyway) and seeing the elk. Thanks for a great time.

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Guest: Camann and Huerta
Date of Stay: 05/20/10 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

We had such an amazing time! Thank you so much for renting us your beautiful cabin. The weather was great and Mt Rainier was breathtaking. It was a great relaxing time, thanks again!

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Guest: Jan and Yannick
Date of Stay: 05/15/10 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

We, from the Netherlands, couldn't ever imagine seeing such amount of snow as we have seen here (on Mt Rainier). We came here to hike Mt Rainier, but without snow shoes that was not possible. The lower trails however were doable. The scenery was fantastic and we loved sitting on the porch in the evening. The weather was also fantastic. We loved seeing the elk in the backyard. Thank you we had a nice time!

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Guest: The Kramers, Bainbridge Island, WA
Date of Stay: 12/22/09 Review Submitted: 02/16/11

Spent one whole day relaxing at the cabin instead of skiing - it was great. We even got to watch "It's A Wonderful Life." We couldn't agree more! Were off to ski in the new snow at White Pass!

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Guest: Eric and Pauline, Seattle, WA
Date of Stay: 12/12/09 Review Submitted: 02/16/11

Celebrating a 35th birthday in a beautiful cabin! Loved the drive east on highway 12...thanks!

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Guest: The Nolle Family
Date of Stay: 08/01/09 Review Submitted: 07/31/09

We hiked Mt Rainier on a sunny hot Saturday. Steve and Thomas went to Camp Muir and we made it to Panorama Point. The Mt was in all it's glory. Sunday we drove to Windy Ridge on Mt St Helens and the scene of volcanic destruction was awesome. This is our 4th visit to Mt Rainier and our first stay in Packwood. We enjoyed the quiet setting and modern fixtures to spend quality time together. I especially appreciated the well equipped kitchen and the hot tub to soak sore muscles.

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Guest: ccdavis
Date of Stay: 07/18/09 Review Submitted: 07/17/09

Beautiful accommodations, peaceful setting, and wonderful hosts.

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Guest: BJ2
Date of Stay: 07/18/09 Review Submitted: 07/17/09

The cabins feel like home and Bob is very easy to work with when reserving the cabin. What you see is what you get - and it's all wonderful! I can't wait until my next stay!

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Guest: Ski Family
Date of Stay: 07/18/09 Review Submitted: 07/17/09

This cabin was exceptionally clean. The house was beautiful and well stocked. The furnishings were wonderful and the house was peaceful, warm, and quiet!!!

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Guest: Marion
Date of Stay: 07/18/09 Review Submitted: 07/17/09

dear all, we're coming from Germany and the complete organization had been very smooth and open and friendly. Additional the cabins were very clean and cozy. We had everything we needed available. The location close the the NP and still central for further travelling. Just perfect Thanks Marion

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Guest: The Sisters
Date of Stay: 04/19/09 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

Had a wonderful time. The weather was perfect! - - clear blue skies and 75! Enjoyed watching the elk and hummingbirds. Thanks for the use of your cozy cabin. Felt right at home. It was the sister getaway we hoped for!

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Thank you!

Guest: Dan (Gresham, OR)
Date of Stay: 08/24/07 Review Submitted: 04/19/11

Thank you for the great cabin. It was nice to stay in a place that is clean, well kept, convienient to sites and with a homey, personal touch. It is beautiful inside and out. Thank you for the tips on places to go. Our family had a special time. Thanks again so much.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Kenny and Friends
Date of Stay: 12/26/05 Review Submitted: 12/25/05

"The skiing at White Pass is awesome, this is a great area for kids and a challenging area for experts. This is our first time skiing here and we will be back. Not just to ski but stay in the Trombi cabin. It was a wonderful Christmas vacation!"

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Guest: Rick and Linda
Date of Stay: 08/13/05 Review Submitted: 08/12/05

"To wake up and walk out into the greatroom and witness the sun coming up over the western Cascades is breathtaking! This is a view to die for! We were sitting in the hot tub and there was this herd of elk coming right up towards the cabins...WOW! What a great place and cabin!"

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Guest: Jasmine P.
Date of Stay: 01/23/05 Review Submitted: 01/22/05

“We absolutely loved our time at the cabin – it was the perfect weekend away from the city. The cabin was clean, comfortable, had everything we needed, and we felt at home immediately. Thanks so much for such a wonderful experience!” Jasime P., Seattle

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