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The Elk Run Lodge-close to town, hot tub, game table, Apple TV and fire pit.

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A cabin with a large front porch, a chimney, and string lights.
A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a ping pong table, and a wooden staircase.
A bedroom with a wooden bed frame, two bedside tables with lamps, a star decoration on the wall, and a ceiling fan.
A building with a sloped roof, large windows, and a red carpeted entrance.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and a foosball table.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to White Pass Sports Hut
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Packwood, WA
  • Place, Backbone Lake Trail
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, White Pass Sports Hut
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Rainier National Park
    ‪17 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Elk Run Lodge-close to town, hot tub, game table, Apple TV and fire pit.

Beautiful custom built Elk Run Lodge is located in Skyline community near downtown Packwood. Easy and close access to Mt. Rainier National Park & White Pass Ski Resort with plenty of space to stretch out and enjoy: a Hot Tub with outdoor lighting or sitting by the outdoor firepit after hiking or a long day on the slopes. Sleeps 8. Clean, Spacious and Open floor plan. Kitchen, Dining Area, and Living Space; one huge gathering room. Perfect for your large family or 2 families to relax and socialize while resting after an adventurous day. Kids will love the Bunk beds and adjoining Jack n Jill bathroom as well as the game table, games and movies! Holiday Weekends require a 3 night minimum.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets must be approved: please let us know the breed and weight. Pet fee: $50 per pet.
Please put out trash on Sunday, trash is picked up Monday. We do have an elk population. Please keep the bungee cords or a rock on the trashcan.
No early check in unless approved by the owners. Also, All holiday weekends require a minimum of 3 night stay.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 868375vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Packwood

Located in Packwood, this cabin is in the mountains. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Longmire Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Rainier National Park and Ohanapecosh Visitor Center. Rafting and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
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Map
Packwood, WA

What's nearby

  • Backbone Lake Trail - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • White Pass Sports Hut - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mount Rainier National Park - 17 min drive - 21.7 km
  • White Pass Ski Area - 31 min drive - 40.8 km
  • Narada Falls - 54 min drive - 52.9 km

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Packwood Brewing Co. - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cliff Droppers - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Santo Milagro - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Mountain Goat - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cruiser's - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Elk Run Lodge-close to town, hot tub, game table, Apple TV and fire pit. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Elk Run Lodge-close to town, hot tub, game table, Apple TV and fire pit.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Elk Run Lodge-close to town, hot tub, game table, Apple TV and fire pit.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Elk Run Lodge-close to town, hot tub, game table, Apple TV and fire pit.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Elk Run Lodge-close to town, hot tub, game table, Apple TV and fire pit. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of White Pass Sports Hut and Backbone Lake Trail. Gifford Pinchot National Forest is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 89 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your review. We appreciate all of your communication. Hope you come back to visit us again real soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and comfortable, plus close to town and only an hour from Paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay in Packwood! The house was very clean and comfortable. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with gorgeous view of Mt. Rainer from front deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Worked out very well! We were surprised to have a view of Rainier - given smoke from fires nearby. Very close to the awesome National Park. Easy walk to the Cowlitz River. An EV fast charger was a short walk away!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We appreciate your feedback and communication...please come back to visit us soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is convenient to Mt Rainier entrances and to town. There were plenty of towels and whatever supplies we needed to be comfortable for 3 nights. ( Except basic silverware ... did someone steal the table knives??) Easy check in and out with the app. Kristy and Dan were responsive hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the cabin, the location, and had everything you needed for your comfortable stay. We also really appreciate you telling us about the table knives- we honestly had no idea they were missing. We will make sure to get those replaced right away. thank you again for staying with us and we’d welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication with Kristy and Dan was great! They immediately responded to our questions. The home was spacious, clean, and well-appointed. Lots of linens/towels, and the beds are super comfy. We did not use the outdoor spaces during our short visit, so I have no comment on the fire pit, hot tub, or grill. The town of Packwood is charming!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed as a group of five in August for three nights. The place was perfect and centrally located for access to Mt. Rainier. All necessities were there and well stocked. There are a couple of restaurants in Packwood as well as a grocery store to get supplies and a gas station within minutes. The only hang up we had was getting access in the dark since the door lock is controlled by bluetooth. I had the required app downloaded and phone bluetooth was on but you have to go into settings for the app to allow the app to have bluetooth access. Once my teenage daughter figured that out we were all set. Bonus was seeing elk in the yard most mornings.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elk run was amazing and fit our two families perfectly. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome and well appointed cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
The cozy living room and couch was a nice space to spend family time in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay at this ideal spot in Packwood. This house checks all the boxes: Mountain views, elk in the yard, hot tub, wood stove, games, stocked kitchen, walkability to the river and downtown, and more!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was perfect for our families first vacation. It is close to town and just a short drive to the mountains to ski or snowboard. The house had everything we needed. I hope to come back and stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Just as good as our first stay, would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house, great location near main street in Packwood. Easy access to Mt Rainer NP
Photo taken from the living room of the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly What We Hoped For

The cabin was beautiful and the neighborhood was quiet. We loved every bit of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin

This was a perfect cabin for two families. It had everything we needed! Great proximity to White Pass!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot for a getaway

I wanted a little getaway in the woods with some close friends and this place worked out perfectly! Lovely space for cooking and socializing, very close to town and lots of hiking trails. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location

Wonderful time and comfortable home to stay in close to town Saw elk almost every evening, and enjoyed the town of Packwood and the people we met there
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot as a home base for Rainier. Has everything you need. No issues with check-in. Nice view of Mount Rainier from the deck and living room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mt Rainier hiking

Great location, well appointed and comfortable lodge convenient to Mt. Rainier hiking. Packwood is a cute little town with lots of dining options.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family home with lots of local activites

Lovely home with games for kids, river park close by for water fun and close to Ranier park entrance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy retreat!

The beds and couch were very comfortable. Plenty of kitchen tools and pans. We felt right at home. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great place

very nice place clean and plenty of room .beds were a little hard but ok ,bath towels could use some bleach to smell a little fresher ,home was well equipped with what you need and very comfortable,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kristy & Dan Rioux

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We are a family with young active kids from Gig Harbor, who loves to come to Packwood. We love the outdoors. We enjoy the area where we can hike, ski, or just relax. Our cabin offers WiFi, an outdoor BBQ, firepit, hot tub, game tabel and open floor plan.

Why they chose this property

You will love the area and close proximity to hike at Mt. Rainier & other various locations, ski at White Pass Ski Resort, or just relax in the open floor plan of our cabin. We have a a 50 inch flat screen TV with DVD, WiFi, apple TV, activity table, wood burning stove, hot tub, and a firepit. We are walking distance to downtown Packwood!

What makes this property unique

The Elk Run Lodge is less than a 1/2 mile to downtown. Mt. Rainier is 7 miles to the Stevens Canyon entrance. White Pass Ski Resort is only 15 miles. Our cabin is spacious and clean, offers an open floor plan where all guests can visit, eat or watch TV together. There is a gaming table for the kids and family games as well as dvd's and an apple TV. We offer WiFi and have apple TV. We have a hot tub and an outdoor firepit with adirondack chairs.

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