Rainbow House: North Cascades Skagit River Retreat

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61100 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Explore the area

Marblemount, WA

Upper Skagit - Malliet Conservation Easement

3 min walk

Washington Pass

2 min drive

Hidden Lake Peaks Trail

2 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bunkbed loft

1 Single Bunk Bed

Great Room sofa bed

1 Double Futon

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Master bath

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bedroom bath

Bathtub · Toilet

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Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

Peace and tranquility at the gateway to North Cascades National Park—under two hours from Seattle! Spacious, cathedral-ceilinged wood construction in a rural paradise.

World-class fishing (or just watch the salmon run!) at the confluence of the Skagit and Cascade Rivers and top-rated hiking in the North Cascades, near many trailheads including spectacularly beautiful Cascade Pass and Hidden Lake/Lookout.

Chalet comfortably hosts two to six adults in two large bedrooms (master suite and loft) plus a sofa bed in the great room. An additional bunk bed nook for two persons each under 150 pounds (kids, assumedly) brings the total to eight.

Complete kitchen and laundry access, within walking distance of Marblemount for dining and shopping.

NEW for 2024: Air Conditioning! Level 2 EV Charger!

COMING SEPTEMBER 2024: A private self-sufficient unit at the back of the garage, for independent rental and lodging. 'Rainbow House Private Annex' hosts up to 4 adults and is isolated from the main house. For groups larger than 6 desiring to rent both units simultaneously please check VRBO listing 3815963 for availability.

Keywords: Chalet,Cabin,Mountain,River,View,Fishing,Hiking,North Cascades,Cascade Loop

Property manager

Steve

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 5:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Children of hiking age welcome!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please refer to page 3 of the Rental Agreement for a complete list.

Please advise age of children to aid Housekeeping in preparation.

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

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marblemount

Located in Marblemount, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Washington Pass and Hidden Lake Peaks Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore North Cascades National Park and Upper Skagit - Malliet Conservation Easement. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Marblemount, WA

What's nearby

Washington Pass - 2 min drive
Hidden Lake Peaks Trail - 2 min drive
Cascade River - Keller/Karlberg Conservation Easement - 4 min drive
North Cascades National Park Wilderness Information Center - 6 min drive
North Cascades National Park - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪Upriver Grill & Taproom - ‬17 min walk
‪Mondo Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
‪Glacier Peak Winery - ‬6 min drive
‪Buffalo Run Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
‪Cascadian Farm Organic - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rainbow House: North Cascades Skagit River Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rainbow House: North Cascades Skagit River Retreat?

Check-in begins at 5:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Rainbow House: North Cascades Skagit River Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rainbow House: North Cascades Skagit River Retreat located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Upper Skagit - Malliet Conservation Easement and Pressentin County Park. Douglas Island Convservation Area and Washington Pass are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Iliana W.

18 Sept 2024

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

Stay at this terrific home!

Located close to everything, but far enough to feel like you are in your own private mountain get-away. Wonderfully kept home with everything needed and an incredibly responsive owner. Views of the mountains, and proximity to the river, North Cascades National Park and town were perfect.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim J.

9 Sept 2024

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

3 day fun

Rainbow House was clean and close to NC NP. Communication with Steve was easy and fast. We would recommend Rainbow House to anyone looking for a rental near NC NP.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth K.

2 Sept 2024

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

Great Comfortable Home

This property was close to the Northern Cascades National Park. Very easy to get to. Very comfortable. We would stay here again if we were in the area.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

2 Sept 2024

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

North Casacades base camp

Beautiful house with great access to North Cascades National Park. Steve was great and access to the property was easy. The house was very clean and the kitchen was very well equipped. The lofty ceiling in the livingroom was awesome. The dining table was a great spot fir famiky games. Really enjoyed the decks!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

21 Aug 2024

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

Stay Here!

If you stumbled across the listing for a North Cascades NP stop looking and book it! We stayed here with another couple. Place is unbelievable, clean, well equipped, and right where you'll wantwant to stay

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

9 Aug 2024

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

Great location for NCNP

Great location and well equipped cabin. Steve was very responsive and gave great recommendations.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viki B.

29 Jul 2024

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

Tranquility

Quiet, clean, well-maintained property with a caring host. We were a large group visiting the Cascades, so we booked the Rainbow House and the Private Annex (see separate review) together. The Rainbow house is beautiful. Room to spread out but easy to spend time together. The kitchen is well stocked with all of the equipment needed to make family meals. It is close to good hiking trails It’s also an easy walk to town where we found good restaurants, a coffee house, and a small grocery store. Perfect!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

brittney n.

21 Jul 2024

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

Absolutely amazing!

We loved our stay at rainbow house and fell in love with the area. It was so peaceful and relaxing. The scenery surrounding the house made relaxing on the porch even more enjoyable. Not far from the park, river, or local stores and restaurants. The house was extremely well stocked and had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay. Steve was responsive and helpful. You won’t regret renting this place. We hope to be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

12 Jul 2024

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

Beautiful Cabin

Lovely, well-appointed home for our family of four. Close to North Cascades and perfect for resting after a long day of hiking. We stayed in four VRBOs on our trip to Washington national parks and this was easily the best. Highly recommend. Would stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kacey W.

9 Jul 2024

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

Amazing

We enjoyed our time here so much and everything was very accommodating. We would go back in a heart beat.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

30 Jun 2024

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

Amazing Stay at The Rainbow House

Our family had a wonderful stay at this property! It's location is fabulous for exploring the North Cadcades and Mt. Baker area. There are some cute little restaurants in town, and the views from the property were fantastic. Everything in the house was exactly as described. Would highly recommend this property to people looking to explore the beauty of this region!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

19 Jun 2024

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

Lovely!

Very impressed. Great property. Perfect for family visit to NP.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly M.

4 Jun 2024

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

Wonderful Experience

Rainbow House is in the perfect location for exploring North Cascades National Park. It is also the perfect location and place for a quiet and comfortable vacation. The description and instructions are thorough, the house had everything we needed, and is beautifully furnished and decorated. The grounds/yard are extremely well taken care of. Communication was outstanding! Thanks to the owners for their good care and providing a beautiful place!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

22 May 2024

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

Great views and great amenities!

Amazing property with lots of space and privacy!! Had a wonderful time.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara B., Beaufort, SC

7 Oct 2023

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

Rainbow House shines

Great accommodations and very easy to communicate with owner. Highly recommend

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice K., Roanoke, VA

25 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful!

This is a wonderful place to stay to explore North Cascade National Park and surrounding areas such as Mt Baker. The home is spacious, comfortable, very clean and has many amenities to make your stay pleasant. The views are absolutely awesome!! The host is quick to answer any questions or concerns. I highly recommend Rainbow House!

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek W., Kalamazoo

8 Sept 2023

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

Luxury Mountain Retreat

My wife and I enjoy finding off-the-beaten-path places to stay when we are hiking the National Parks and on vacation. The Rainbow House certainly fits the bill and more! Although there is a main road out front, you don't hear cars and have a house on five acres all to yourself! Not to mention being surrounded by a 360 mountain view! Access to NP trailheads and the Visitor Center are close by. We spend our day hiking and meeting with people, so to have a place to call your own is right for us! The Rainbow House is perfect for families and it was a luxury space for the two of us! The owners have thought of everything and if it is not in this house, you don't need it! Communication with Steve is excellent and the cleanliness of the house is impeccable! There are not a lot of rentals in this area, so if you are considering visiting this area, book it!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

4 Sept 2023

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

Beautiful Mountain Home

Wonderful home located in a peaceful setting near North Cascade National Park. Well equipped kitchen. Comfortable furniture. Very clean. Great location for a family getaway.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ali

27 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The location was amazing! Property was very clean and the host was gracious and answered all of my questions very quickly. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here and will come back in the near future when visiting the Cascades!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim O., Minneapolis, MN

12 Aug 2023

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

Closest to Cascades NP!

Our family of 6 loved our stay here! It was inspiringly beautiful and conveniently close to Cascades NP. Thankfully it wasn't too hot as without AC the four beds in the loft might have been a bit warm at night without AC. The only other feedback is that the water pressure was low (couldn't shower when dishwasher was running, etc.) but Steve was very responsive to us and he had great suggestions on what to do in the area. We definitely recommend staying here when you're in the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

12 Jul 2023

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

Wonderful house and location

We loved our stay! The location was perfect for us- close to the entrance to North Cascades National Park where we wanted to explore, and very close to the little town of Marblemount to grab dinner and conveniences. The cabin is in a beautiful setting, in the field surrounded by mountains. It had everything we needed, from a well stocked kitchen to plenty of space and thoughtful extras like provided dish soap, shampoo and body wash. Communication was smooth and prompt. Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey C.

10 Jul 2023

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

Great stay near North Cascades National Park

Beautiful, clean home near Cascades National Park! Location was perfect and very convenient. Host was great and quick with communication!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel A.

3 Jul 2023

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

Beautiful house close to North Cascades NP

This property is even better than the pictures. Being on the Marblemount side of the park (instead of Winthrop) it is quite tranquil and really close to the Newhalen visitor center (20 mins give or take). Marblemount has a couple of gas stations with mini-markets and a few restaurants, Concrete (about 20 mins) has more choices and a grocery market. Overall, excellent choice for enjoying the park.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

22 Jun 2023

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

Fantastic location great property

Fantastic location great property Property is two minutes from the small town gas stations and rudimentary grocery very convenient to North Cascades national Park perfect for a family nice yard with mountain views

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela E.

10 Oct 2022

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

Great location

Wonderful house in Marblemount- close to the NP- Steve is a terrific host!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Steve

We're a professional couple from Seattle, now retired after having founded and operated a national importing company for nearly 40 years. We enjoy travel and receiving our guests as we like to be received.

Why they chose this property

Marblemount and the North Cascades are close enough to our home in Seattle to provide overnight escapes in addition to longer wilderness experiences. Those escapes kept us sane during our business careers. And when we weren't in Marblemount, all we had to to do was close our eyes and imagine ourselves being there. We called that 'A Marblemount Moment.'

What makes this property unique

You will see a sign when entering Marblemount that says 'Last Services in 74 miles.' We're at the entrance to North Cascades National Park and the property is in a cleared field across from the Skagit River with 360º views of the surrounding mountains. It is idyllic, with restaurants and services close at hand.