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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
£81
avg per night

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Kelso, WA
  • Nelson Wildlife Area
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Modrow Bridge Water Access Site
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Lake Sacajawea Park
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 half bathroom

Private bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

Room

  • 400 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Price is £81 avg per night,

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About the area

Kelso

Located in Kelso, this lodge is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Cowlitz County Historical Museum and Regal Triangle Cinemas 4 are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kalama Marina and Regal Three Rivers Mall. Haydu Park and Toteff Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Nelson Wildlife Area - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Modrow Bridge Water Access Site - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Three Rivers Mall - 8 min drive - 11.8 km
  • PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center - 11 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Lake Sacajawea Park - 13 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Kelso Station - 12 min drive
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Indy Way Diner - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Oregon Way Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Interstate Tavern - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Columbia Inn Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Secret Cozy Gem—Why Regulars Call It the County’s Best-Kept Find

Affordable, cozy 1 BR Suite in the new Kalama Oaks Lodge, overlooking the stunning Columbia River.

Cozy living room, private bath, kitchenette, and work area. Perfect for Mt. St. Helens explorations or a peaceful work retreat.

Just 12 minutes to Longview, 5 minutes to Kalama, 3 mins to I-5.

Enjoy tranquility, beautiful gardens, and mesmerizing river views. Ideal for work, visits, or sightseeing.

WATCH VIDEO of FANTASTIC LOCATION.

YOUR ESCAPE to:
● High on Kalama bluff
● Secluded lodge in forests/mtns

GREAT FOR:
● Relaxation from work or personal retreat

FEATURING:
● Kitchenette & dining area
● Luxurious queen bed
● .5 private bathroom (shower and toilet; sink nearby)
● 2 outdoor spaces

EASY ACCESS TO:
● 12 mins to Longview (no traffic lights or stops)
● North or south slopes of Mt St Helens hikes

GUARANTEED BEST VIEWS of any B&B on the River!

Kalama Oaks is:
● a 3 story villa-type Lodge
● modern NW styling
● four independent suites
● nestled in a secluded rural setting
● privately owned and hosted
● wild garden like outdoor spaces

NO STOPS to:
● 2 minutes to easy access on/off I-5
● 6 minutes to small town Kalama and beaches
● 14 minutes to Longview/Kelso
● 15 minutes to Ilani casino
● 41 minutes to PDX airport
● 67 minutes to Mt St Helens hikes (north or south slopes)

Arriving:
● Private paved parking
● Private entry to entire top floor suite
● Lobby with free guest laundry room
Other things to note
GREAT BASE FOR:
● Hiking around Mt. St. Helens (N or S slopes)
● Fishing in local rivers: ● Columbia ● Kalama ● Lewis ● Cowlitz rivers

● CHILLING out:
going nowhere, just time alone and watching the natural beauty


Enjoy the Kalama Oaks beauty and quality. Relax in peace and solitude in the gardens and watch the ships and sunsets over the river and mountains.

Free washer and dryer available, convenient paved parking, forested acres.

Quiet, peace, security, beauty.

Don't miss out—book now!

Property manager

Judy
Premier Host

Languages

English, German
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Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Porta-crib available.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking/vaping ONLY OUTDOORS
9:30 pm quiet time.
No smoking or vaping anywhere inside, but smoking allowed on outside back deck or patio.
Before arrival, guest will reply to host's request for verification of policies and booking details. Thank you.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

Frequently asked questions

Is Secret Cozy Gem—Why Regulars Call It the County’s Best-Kept Find pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secret Cozy Gem—Why Regulars Call It the County’s Best-Kept Find?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secret Cozy Gem—Why Regulars Call It the County’s Best-Kept Find?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secret Cozy Gem—Why Regulars Call It the County’s Best-Kept Find located?

Located in the heart of Kelso, this lodge is within 3 miles (5 km) of Haydu Park, Modrow Bridge Water Access Site and Columbia River. Nelson Wildlife Area is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Secret Cozy Gem—Why Regulars Call It the County’s Best-Kept Find Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

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

beautiful view

It is anice place to relax and not be too far out of town. Nice touch having everything available that you might need from a welcome basket of snacks to sandwich bags or some spices. One caution, I would put reflective tape on the floor for the step down
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly J.

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

Wonderful place & people

Place is clean and beautiful. The hosts are super kind and very accommodating. I greatly appreciate them working with me as I had to extend my stay. They are wonderful, highly recommended!!
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathryn l.

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

PNW Week

Beautiful lodging & view. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Short stay to visit family

This is a great location and Judy is great to her clients. Really appreciate an easy stay, comfortable and quiet place. The views are amazing too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

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

Quiet stay

property was clean and quiet. Great location. Good communication with managers. had everything I needed. Would be my first call again while working in the area.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Alana

Liked: Amenities
We enjoyed our stay and would have given 5 stars, except we were a bit "put off" because there is no sink in the bathroom. You are required to use the kitchen sink just outside of the bathroom. My husband had a difficult time shaving because the mirror is located on the opposite wall from the kitchen sink. The proprty was modern and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and convenient. There were 2 issues. We had the lower unit but had no individual control over the temperature. We froze 2 days and were hot the last day when it appeared a new tenant came. The water softener is also located close to the bedroom and went off in the middle of the night.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Amazing Host, Amazing Views, Great Home

Loved everything. The host was extremely nice and helpful. Made check in super easy. (I was super last minute). The place was nice and clean. And I loved the views
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

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

Beautiful place! Don't miss this!

This a beautiful, definitely "cozy" unit - and we absolutely loved our stay! Tastefully appointed, spotlessly clean, and thoughtfully equipped with everything one would need. My teen grandson's eyes lit up upon discovering the snacks and popsicles. Will 10/10 stay with Judy again! The driveway is a bit challenging for the first trip, but after that, it's a piece of cake. So worth the beautiful view!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

vergil m.

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

Very nice

It's a big house split into 3 units we stayed in the smallest unit very nice place you can tell they put a lot of thought into even the smallest details would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ame V.

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

Immaculate suite & beautiful views!

We spent a wonderful week in our our suite with everything we needed! Gorgeous views of the river, the suite was beautifully renovated & everything was immaculately clean. Pictures show exactly as it is and Judy was very responsive to any questions we had. It was nice to have all the cooking supplies (pots & pans, utensils, plates, cups, etc.) provided. The welcome basket of snacks & goodies was appreciated! Having access to the laundry room was also a plus. The driveway to the property is a bit steep, but you can't have the wonderful views without that & it also allows for a very quite, private & secluded location. Will definitely stay here again if returning to this area for work.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022