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Our beautiful guesthouse looks out to the foothills and garden views.
Winter wonderland in beautiful Welcome Valley!
Eagles perch in our trees while the salmon are spawning November - January!
Our cedar-sided Guesthouse might look like a cabin but it's so much more!
Welcome!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Deming, WA
  • Place, Deming Homestead Eagle Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Deming Library
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Josh VanderYacht Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful River Valley Guesthouse - Monthly Rental Discounts!

Enjoy the privacy, peaceful comfort and the beauty of our River Valley Guest House, only 18 miles from Bellingham and on your way to Mt Baker Ski area. Our guest house has its own private entrance and location away from the main home. A fence and landscaping provide privacy for our guests. We've added special touches to the decor.. a red leather couch and comfortable seating in the living room and dining area, beautiful stone counters in the kitchen area and bathroom, a large tiled shower area, luxury mattress and bedding in the bedroom, large windows in every room looking out to the gardens, the foothills and your own deck space. The living room provides an extra sleeping space for a child or traveling friend. This is a special place we know you will enjoy for peaceful nights and days of: river walks, viewing eagles & salmon, skiing and hiking Mt Baker! Plus - Great local restaurants and a Pizza / Brewery.
This winter, we are booking for a minimum of one week stays.
Check out our discounted monthly rental rates!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests staying for 3 weeks or more will pay a cleaning fee of $100, not $75.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 771646vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Deming

Located in Deming, this holiday home is in a rural area. Mount Baker Vineyards and Winery and Shuksan Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Deming Homestead Eagle Park and Josh VanderYacht Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Deming, WA

What's nearby

  • Deming Homestead Eagle Park - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Deming Library - 7 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Josh VanderYacht Park - 9 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Mount Baker Vineyards and Winery - 10 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Nugent's Corner River Access - 12 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Abbotsford, BC (YXX-Abbotsford Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Feast 542 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The North Fork Brewery, Pizzeria, Beer Shrine and Wedding Chapel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Rifugio - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Milano's Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mt Baker Vineyards - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful River Valley Guesthouse - Monthly Rental Discounts! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful River Valley Guesthouse - Monthly Rental Discounts! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful River Valley Guesthouse - Monthly Rental Discounts! ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful River Valley Guesthouse - Monthly Rental Discounts! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful River Valley Guesthouse - Monthly Rental Discounts! located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Deming Homestead Eagle Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Deming Library and Josh VanderYacht Park. Mount Baker Vineyards and Winery and Canyon Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betty A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable. The owner was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelson D.

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

Great Stay!

The location was excellent and communication with the host was clear and easy. Really enjoyed ourselves!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2024
Thank you for choosing River Valley Guesthouse. I am so glad that you enjoyed your stay. Welcome back anytime! All my best, Laurie
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wayne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Check-in was great. Kitchen facilities was lacking with no full size stovetop and no oven. Kitchen utensils were limited. Parking was okay. Surrounding area was great with river access and lots of fruit trees and walking trails.
Stayed 69 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ann Z.

Peaceful & Quiet

We were looking for a quiet spot to spend Thanksgiving. Laurie's place fit the bill wonderfully. It was comfortable (the bed was lovely) and had everything we needed. The guest house is located within walking distance of good eagle watching spots and convenient to beautiful Racehorse Falls.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Hello Ann, I'm so glad that your stay was pleasant and comfortable. How great that you made it to Racehorse Creek. Please come again! All my best, Laurie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MATT A.

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

Lovely

Stayed there to ski at Baker with my son and nephew. We’ll thought out kitchen, very comfortable over all and well-kept. Didn’t get to enjoy the river because of our hours but it looks like it would be nice in the summer, also! Host was very responsive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Nov 2022
It was a pleasure to host Matt and his sons. He was easy to communicate with. He left the guesthouse neat and in order. I welcome hm back anytime.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

angie p.

Absolutely Lovely

What a wonderful retreat into Mt. Baker's foothills! With fresh cut flowers from her gardens, Laurie provided us with a meticulously clean and colorful cabin. Her personality and relaxed professionalism only enhanced the tranquility of the atmosphere. We wish we could have stayed longer. - Angie
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you Angie! You have a delightful family. It was a pleasure to host you in our cottage. Come again anytime! All my best, Laurie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

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

A perfect retreat

A charmingly appointed and well-equipped guesthouse in the hills and farms near Deming, Wash. Laurie has created a peaceful and joy-filled place to stage for exploring the Nooksack River and Mt. Baker or as a retreat - the house with its surrounding fields, hills and river conduce to prayer and meditation. And eagles. They have bald eagles. Laurie was a delight to work with and took genuine interest in this traveler’s comfort. Reservation, check-in and check-out were flawless and the house was spotless. I very much hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2024
Thank you Robert, for your kind review! I'm so glad that you appreciated my guesthouse. We put a lot of love into it. Come again, anytime! If you're willing to brave the cold November - December days, you'll see the eagles sitting in our trees and flying everyone. We never tire of it! Take care, Laurie
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tracie D.

Adorable cabin close to hiking, skiing

This place was just perfect for a romantic weekend getaway for two. The cabin is beautifully decorated and everything has been thought of. A convenience store is nearby if you forgot to bring anything and there are plenty of delicious dining options. We were lucky enough to see bald eagles every day of our trip. Do note that there is no microwave or oven but there is a toaster oven and range if you’d like to cook. A grill is also mentioned in the handy guidebook though we didn’t use it. We found that we had no issues with preparing food. The bed was comfortable, the couch was cozy and I wanted to move in as soon as I walked through the front door. I can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Tracey and her partner were wonderful guests. They were gracious and kind.. and returned the space perfectly cleaned and in order as when they arrived. I welcome them back anytime! laurie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

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

Laurie’s place is perfect for us. We love it.

Warm, comfortable and perfect in every way.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

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

What's needed

We brought everything we thought we would need. All we needed was this beautiful tranquil place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2021
Larry, It was a pleasure to host you and your wife in our guesthouse! You're welcomed back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

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

Perfect Guesthouse Retreat

This was a perfect place for a girlfriend's retreat while exploring winter play at Mt. Baker and the city life in Bellingham. The guesthouse was so comfortable and charming. The two of us enjoyed our time in the quiet surroundings here along the Nooksack River. Thank you, Laurie, for all your attention to detail to make this such an inviting place for travelers.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

johncarlo g.

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

Beautiful cottage house very cozy with all amenities you need. 👍

Very comfortable bed. Very quiet and relaxing getaway. Beautiful hikes, waterfalls and skiing. Majestic waterfalls, and Nooksack river, were wonderful to see. A great weekend.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you, johncarlo. It was a pleasure hosting you. I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay. Welcome back anytime. Laurie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

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

Like returning home after a long trip away

The cottage is sweet, and fashionable. Like Audrey Hepburn, looks so precious, so stylish and so petite. Each room has something unique to offer, from sunny windows to warm and cozy corners. I have stayed here before and cant wait to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica Y.

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

Perfectly beautiful and convenient homebase.

Laurie's lovely, quiet property and artististcally, well appointed guest house was the perfect, peaceful homebase for our week long silver anniversary trip to NW Washington State. Nestled between the mountains and the coast we enjoyed numerous day trips as well as restful downtime in this comfortable, cozy space with all the amenities plus the little extra touches thoughtfully provided. Slept well, ate well, walked beaches and mountain trails and felt at home and well looked after. Laurie and her accommodations get 6 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

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

A perfect fit

Charming, clean, comfortable and private, this guesthouse was the perfect spot for our seven day stay in Deming. Our congenial hostess Laurie provided a wealth of information about the surrounding area and the many opportunities to enjoy the natural beauty of the area . We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

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

Charming Getaway

The cottage was peaceful, comfortable, and delightful! It had everything we needed and was close to gorgeous hikes. We enjoyed a delicious meal at the nearby Refugio's Country Italian Cuisine. It was a perfect getaway for two!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrell W.

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

cozy cottage

Very quiet! Very relaxing! Minutes away from a delicious Italian restaurant. Minutes away from Mt. Baker recreational area. Laurie very thoughtfully provided the basic needs to make this a great home away from home. Excellently designed; inspirational! Darrell
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maritza R.

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

Very Cute

Cute place. Homey and comfortable. It was before memorial day and the town seemed to be a little sleepy still. Restaurant was closed. But area is beautiful. Would come back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Brandon O.

Quiet, peaceful and convenient location.

Thanks for letting us stay at your guest house. As we said to you when checking out yesterday, it was a great stay. Convenient and peaceful setting, clean house with all necessary amenities. We would recommend this rental for anyone looking to explore the Bellingham or Mt. Baker/North Cascades area.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy L.

Cozy cabin and thoughtful host

Laurie's place was delightful. It was warm and cozy during a frigid winter storm, and Laurie went out of her way to ensure we were comfortable and well-equipped for the weekend. The cabin was about 50 minutes from Mt. Baker Ski Resort, the reason for our weekend getaway. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

It was in great condition! It was clean and tastefully appointed with all the amenities.

Laurie was great to work with and the property was well kept. It's a pretty area and, although there are few restaurants in the area, the food was good and the service was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
It was a pleasure to host Sara and Scott. They're a great couple. We welcome them back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri R.

Laurie's cabin was the perfect place for our holiday get-a-way this year, & there were 3 of us!

I've wanted to learn more about Mt. Baker for awhile and had the chance Dec. 24 & 25th this year. Gorgeous drive into the cabin, eagles everywhere, & 3 of us were able to sleep comfortably in the one-bedroom cabin because 1) we are dear friends (bring earplugs if one of you snores!) 2) we used her comfortable foam pads and my single air bed in the living room (we chose not to sleep on the couch). The rooms are large enough to accommodate 3 women's luggage and the bathroom a great size. The conditions to ski or snowshoe are pretty much an hour away, with clear roads (meaning no snow until up at Artists Point).
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared G.

Beautiful

Beautiful and cozy! We had a wonderful stay, and the walk to the river was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

A little slice of heaven :-)

We love this guest house with all of its creative, personal, and welcoming touches. Private, peaceful, clean, and aesthetically pleasing--we especially appreciate it's thoughtful simplicity. Truly restful. Well appointed with windows all around, great furniture and lighting, and a comfy bed. On the Nooksack river, close enough to Mt Baker and Bellingham, yet off the beaten path. We had a much-needed getaway, and look forward to our next one here. Thank you for sharing this bit of heaven!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck G.

This cabin is clean, comfortable, colorful, & attractive, set within greenery with plenty of privacy

We enjoyed the colors and designs inside, the quiet location, and the space and vegetation outside. Access to a nearby river was easy via short walks to several trails, and access to Bellingham easy via the Baker Highway. We enjoyed delicious meals at Rifugio's, also nearby. Laurie left us thoughtful refreshments and was always a delight to visit when we had a question. A great place and experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

About the host

Hosted by LAURIE RISKIN

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My husband Bill and I are the former founders, directors and educators of a private high school in Bellingham. Our school's experiential curriculum had a strong emphasis in the arts and environmental sciences. Now that we are retired, we are enjoying our time at our beautiful country home along the river and with the creative supportive people that are our community. We are artists; we are readers; we love music, dancing, eagle-watching and a great meal!

Why they chose this property

The North Fork of the Nooksack River runs around 150 yards behind our home. Enjoy walking down our country road to one of the beautiful trails to the river. Our County Parks Dept and the Whatcom Land Trust preserve this area for wild life such as eagles, salmon, elk, and deer, and protects it from future development. Bring your bike for enjoyable rides.

What makes this property unique

Our community is enriched by wonderful and talented neighbors, a community hall that provides space for poetry readings, dance and music events and the best potluck meals! We have an awesome library, great restaurants nearby and a popular craft brewery. Best of all is the beautiful natural environment for you to enjoy appreciate and explore!

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