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A Magical Place Beside a Magical River

A Magical Place Beside a Magical River

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Overview of A Magical Place Beside a Magical River

9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 221 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
twisp, WA

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

A Magical Place Beside a Magical River

You've never seen anything like it. Let's start with the house; an eccentric, artistic, retrofit of a barn and a standing vernacular home connected by a greenhouse/hot tub room that makes you feel cozy and in the middle of the wilderness at the same time. Artisan touches include exquisitely carved beams, functional metal sculpture, a 'wildstyle' fireplace and hearth, a spiral staircase picketed with apple and pear limbs, an outdoor swinging bed (the dream machine), and other details too numerous to mention.

Summer or winter the gathering spot is the huge kitchen/dining/living room area where kids can play, adults cook, and slackers can pull books off the well stocked shelves and ride the plush couches or comfy chairs. In summer you'll move out from there to the giant wrap around decks complete with two hanging beds, for cocktails and river viewing. And in winter you'll retreat the opposite direction to the Fred Flintstone hot tub room for a soak in the unique hot tub.

Upstairs find a sleeping loft furnished with a queen sized bed and two twin beds in an very cozy alcove. Open the window in the summer and let the sound of the river take you down, down down... The master bed and bathroom are also on this floor, both airy and oversized, with a star gazing deck perched off the bedroom. The bath is equipped with a steam room and his and her sinks. There is also a bunk room adjacent to the master but not separated by a door.

Down the back stairs there is a bedroom furnished with a queen sized bed and another bedroom with a queen and a set of bunks. Both are paneled in warm pine finished the old Scandinavian way- sans trim. Beautiful! The downstairs bedrooms share a bath equipped with a 6' claw foot tub accessorized with shower hardware. The floor is limestone pavers which feel great in bare feet- especially in winter when the hydronic heat warms them. Downstairs further is a T.V. room with a large sectional which can serve as two twins and a twin futon couch . On the porch are two hanging beds, the most sought after cribs in the summer. We have slept six (kids) on the king sized bed. It has magnificent views of mountains by day and stars by night. The other bed is a full and has a view of the river!

In Summer slip out the back door to explore the Magical Methow. The property stretches along 1500' of riverfront with many shady nooks to view wildlife from (you will see many many deer, otters, and various other critters here) or write in that journal you've always promised yourself you'd be attending to. And fishermen- seize the day! This stretch of the Methow has a huge population of rainbows, cutthroats, and, in the fall of the year, steelhead. Flies only please! In winter you can traipse along these same byways with only the hush of the river and shush of your skis to accompany you. Birdwatchers also take note- the Methow Conservancy surveyed the property and found the highest concentration of migrating songbirds in the entire valley here.

If your objective is sheer relaxation, wander no further than the paradisical pond, complete with huge decks, a gazebo, and a pure sand beach, that lies to the north of the house.

Keywords: house,ranch,farmhouse,estate,retreat,lodge,bohemian palace,weddings

Property manager

Peter J. Vogt

Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Outdoor Space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please treat our home like your own. We've put plenty of love into it and expect you to keep spreading that love.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

About the neighborhood

North America

Restaurants

  • Blue Star Coffee Roasters - 4 min drive
  • La Fonda Lopez - 5 min drive
  • Tappi - 5 min drive
  • El Sabor Norteño - 5 min drive
  • Mick & Miki's Red Cedar Bar - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Magical Place Beside a Magical River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Magical Place Beside a Magical River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Magical Place Beside a Magical River?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is A Magical Place Beside a Magical River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Confluence Gallery and within 9 mi (15 km) of Bear Creek Golf Course and Pearrygin Lake State Park. Shafer Museum and Winthrop Rink are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxed environment with beautiful view
We enjoyed our vacation in Twisp! There is ample space for guests to spend time together in the kitchen, dining and living rooms, as well as nooks to get away for alone time. The view is peaceful and accessible for skiing and town activities.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house!
House is uniquely great, awesome views, and even stayed warm in -20 weather!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole D.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Fun in Twisp!
The house was our favorite part of the trip - a family reunion across 3 generations. Lots of space and interesting features including the hot tub and ice skating rink. Our only wish was to know more of the house’s story! Would definitely recommend for larger groups staying in the Twisp/Winthrop area.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun and quirky house
We really enjoyed our stay. The house was large and artistic. It has some quirks like needing to oas through bedrooms to move between wings but overall a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
large, artsy home on a gorgeous property
A few families stayed here for a trail run weekend. The house has a huge kitchen, amazing porch with two bed/porch swings, plenty of beds, and an expansive view of the river and valley. We loved every moment. Mostly great for kids, though there's no way to cover the hot tub, which is sunk in the floor in the house -- might make parents of very young kids nervous. Thanks for a great escape this weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

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