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Serene Hideaway near nature and the Little Spokane River

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Colbert, WA
  • Wandermere Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Whitworth University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Spokane Arena
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Spokane, WA (GEG-Spokane Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Serene Hideaway near nature and the Little Spokane River

Peace, serenity, deer, moose, birds, river sounds, and privacy. Enjoy a private entrance to this daylight basement guest suite.

Access to the guest suite has a portion of the walkway that is grass with a slight slope. In the winter months there may be snow.

House trained well-behaved dogs are welcome too! There is a severe cat allergy, so unfortunately NO CATS are allowed.

A home away from home. The guest suite contains a large bedroom with a king size bed. There is also space for one or two cots. Please let us know if you need them and we will make them available.

The living/dining area has a Flexsteel couch, electric recliner, two chairs, and a 75" screen TV with Xfinity Flex streaming and high-speed internet.

The kitchen is unfinished and ugly, but full sized and fully functional, just not finished and unfortunately there is no dishwasher. There is an RO faucet attached to the sink for the best water you will ever taste. Also in the kitchen area, there is a full-size washer and dryer. Plans are in the works to finish the kitchen and second bedroom.

The full size bathroom with tub/shower has been updated.

We are upgrading our land and occasionally there will be a dump truck off-loading dirt and debris during normal business days. He is very quick, but sometimes we do not know when he is coming.

We live on-site upstairs; we work outside of the home and have to be up early those days, we try to walk as lightly as possible, but consider this apartment living, and you will hear occasional footsteps and noises.

Walk the loop, or sit outside on your private patio and listen to the river (which can be heard, but the flow may vary depending on the season). Maybe see our resident eagle in flight and laugh at the antics of the squirrels. Watch deer, moose, turkeys and many birds. 

Enjoy peace, serenity, and nature. Quiet and calming - we call it our hideaway.

Our cleaning fee is purposely minimal as we do our own cleaning. It is very much appreciated, since there is no dishwasher, that you wash your own dishes and let them dry in the rack. This allows us the time to provide an exceptionally clean space.

Property manager

Heather and Jon Barnhart
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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 (limit 2 total)
House trained; well-behaved dogs $35 per stay.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please don't leave your dogs alone if you will be gone. Please pick up after them. Leashing before going outside is recommended. Deer and Turkeys...
No open flames, candles, incense, or anything of the sort in the house. Washing your dirty dishes and picking up is very much appreciated.
We are on a septic system. Please put nothing down the toilet aside from toilet paper. And please don't put any grease down the sink.

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Colbert

Located in Colbert, this apartment is near theme parks and on a river. Riblet Mansion and Arbor Crest Winery and The United States Pavilion are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit NorthTown Mall and Flour Mill. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Spokane Arena or McCarthey Athletic Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Colbert, WA

What's nearby

  • Wandermere Golf Course - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Whitworth University - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Spokane Arena - 23 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Gonzaga University - 23 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Riverfront Park - 24 min drive - 20.3 km

Getting around

  • Spokane Intermodal Center - 31 min drive
  • Spokane, WA (SFF-Felts Field) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zips - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hop Mountain Taproom and Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Hideaway near nature and the Little Spokane River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Serene Hideaway near nature and the Little Spokane River?

As of 18 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Serene Hideaway near nature and the Little Spokane River on 24 Jun 2025 start from £137.29, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Serene Hideaway near nature and the Little Spokane River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Hideaway near nature and the Little Spokane River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serene Hideaway near nature and the Little Spokane River located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Cat Tales Zoological Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Wandermere Golf Course and Whitworth University. Wonderland Family Fun Center and Spokane Country Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 39 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

Clean, friendly, awesome location

We loved our stay here. My daughter especially appreciated all the color books and games. It was well stocked and accurately described. Easy drive into Spokane.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan K.

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

Serene cabin a great stay

The Serene Cabin is a must stay if in Spokane area!! We flew out to spokane to pick up a couple rescue dogs and stayed for the evening. The property was immaculate, had all the amenities that you could ask for, and the owners were quite attentitive to our needs. I would recomend to anyone coming to Spokane and if i ever am up here again would gladly statly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lars P.

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

Wonderful Stay - Highly Recommend

Fantastic ADU next to the East Spokane River. Cozy and clean. Perfect place for us to stay while visiting family in north Spokane. Would definitely return and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik W.

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

Our stay

Was a wonderful quiet place out of town to stay. Place was clean, quiet and acceptance of dogs was a major plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

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

Wedding Night

We stayed at the property as it was close to our wedding venue. Beautiful property and the host was absolutely wonderful!! Perfect end to our perfect day!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey K.

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

Weekend Wedding

Relaxing and quiet setting
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara D.

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

Lovely peaceful space

I was in Spokane for a wedding and this was the perfect space to get some work done and a great night of sleep between events. Hosts were great, had everything I needed and lots of fun wildlife watching. Highly recommend if you have plans in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was amazing! So clean, well furnished, away from the bustle of the city. The hosts were fantastic and I definitely plan on staying here again! A great find!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis/Ron P., Moses Lake, WA

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

Peaceful setting

Our stay was so peaceful & quiet we didn’t want to leave. This place had everything we needed for our overnight stay. Recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Great weekend getaway

Heather & Jon were great hosts. Their listing is just as pictured if not better. Pet friendly & very responsive to any questions that I had. Would stay there again if we were ever in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin B.

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

Wonderful Place and Great Hosts

Wonderful living room and bedroom. Unit is in a lovely setting and the hosts are great! They have thought of everything, down to having ketchup and other condiments in the kitchen. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wink Cowee Real E.

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

Serene Hideaway

We could not have asked for a better place to stay while visiting family near Cusick. The property is private, immaculately clean, a very comfortable bed, fully equipped bath. Heather had warned us that the kitchen was a work in progress, which was fine since we didn’t cook much there. It too was fully equipped right down to coffee and creamer we will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Oasis in the woods!

We loved staying with Heather! The place was spotless and so cozy in a beautiful location. We had wonderful weather too and were able to enjoy walking next to the river. Our furry friend felt right at home as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juanita J.

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

peaceful

Clean, everything we needed and loved the wandering deer with their fawns and the other wildlife.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

MERRILEE T.

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

Perfect place!

Exaclty as
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam M., OAK FOREST

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

Good home

The place is pretty big and has a lot of space. There is a comfortable bed, couch, a giant TV, a big kitchen, and it was very clean. The owners are nice and we had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karl S.

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

Quiet and peaceful

Clean and comfortable. Nice bed. Kitchen is as advertised. Thanks for having us !
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

ashley K.

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

Amazing Property

This place had everything that we could of imagined needing. Heather was so sweet and prompt with any questions that we had. The bed was so comfortable and the space felt so comfy and like home. We really enjoyed our stay and would love to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc C.

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

Get A Way in Spokane

The Property is very nice, listing was 100% accurate (actually 95% accurate, the reference to can hear the river is a reach… way to far from the river to hear it). Very clean and comfortable lower level. The reference to a BBQ should mention it is a small tabletop mini BBQ, not a big enough unit to cook even a small dinner for 2 people, would definitely consider staying again at this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zane Z.

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

Beautiful, Cozy, and, Clean

We stayed for one night while travelling to Montana. The space was perfect for our need to stop, eat, shower, and rest. The space was designed well. The decor was lovely and inviting. The hosts were nice and non-intrusive. Would love to stay again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

Nephew's wedding

This place was was perfect for the location of the wedding we were attending. I loved that it felt out in the country yet many dining and shopping options just 5 miles away. I loved walking near the house - cute neighborhood. Nicely set up - loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara M.

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

Exactly the break we needed

I brought my kids to stay for the night, for my youngest's birthday, to get away from the renovation mess at our own house. It was the perfect, quiet recharge that we needed, and lent to a wonderful little celebration with the little one.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff N.

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

I Will Be Back

Very clean and functional. The kitchen is a converted laundry room but is well-stocked with appliances, dishes, and a variety of utensils. I especially appreciated the reverse-osmosis water source. Windows look out to a private backyard.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison P.

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

So cozy

I couldn't have asked for a nicer place to stay or a nicer host. Everything was extremely clean and comfy. Loved all the windows and the front doors that let not only plenty of light in but a wonderful breeze. The back lawn was private and quiet. We woke up the first morning to deer in the yard, can't ask for anything better. Our host was absolutely the best and even forgave us for barging in on her when we accidentally used the wrong door....oops, sorry. I will definitely stay there again, we had a lovely visit
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

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

Family Friendly with Beauty of Nature

Heather was heartwarming and such a Great communicator. She went above/beyond to accommodate us! This property has all the comforts of home. The king size bed was so comfortable and allowed for a comfortable night sleep. The kitchen was stocked well with appliances, everyday use items. Also, the kitchen has windows that pull you into nature. We saw several deer and wild turkeys grazing along property. Went for a walk around the neighborhood and was greeted/welcomed by many friendly dogs as we walked by their properties. The whole property was so beautiful and tranquil. It was so Peaceful/Quiet you could take in nature/song of various birds and feel your own heartbeat & become one with your thoughts. Our time here was one I will always remember and cherish. So Thankful for our stay and our Great Host Heather. As we departed we were even greeted by a family of deer as if to bid us farewell & good tidings. Thank You Heather for your Warm Heart, beautiful stay in your home! You forever touched our hearts!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Heather and Jon Barnhart

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My husband I love to travel ourselves. Our best experiences have been with homes away from home. A place where we are comfortable lounging and relaxing. We are striving to provide that to our guests with our 95% newly remodeled home. We are still a work in progress and have more plans in place for the kitchen and 2nd bedroom. We have two dogs ourselves and 7 grandchildren.

Why they chose this property

We both grew up in the Spokane area and have lived here our entire lives. We have lived in the Colbert area for over 15 years, it is peaceful, beautiful, and we have a lot of visits from wild life of all sorts. Deer, moose, turkeys, hummingbirds, all sorts of other birds and squirrels. It is our space for serenity.

What makes this property unique

All the comforts of home.

Languages:

English

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