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Tranquil Forest House w/ Cedar Hot Tub, Sauna, and in a semi-secluded area

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Property grounds
Outdoor spa tub
King size bed with view of the forest
Property grounds
Queen Size Bed no longer bunk beds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61050 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tranquil Forest House w/ Cedar Hot Tub, Sauna, and in a semi-secluded area

If you're looking for a tranquil space in the forest and minutes from Packwood, Mt. Rainer and White Pass skiing, look no further. This is a semi-secluded two-bedroom nearly adjacent to Coal Creek, at the end of a cul de sac--forested on three sides.

Amenities include a breakfast bar, outdoor 6-person cedar sauna and 6-person cedar hot tub, wood stove, cable internet, BBQ, air conditioning, games, and a fire pit. Guests must sign a ​release of liability waiver before using hot tub or sauna.

In Upper Timberline--10 minutes from Mt. Rainer and 20 minutes from White Pass skiing.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets are allowed on a case by case basis
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside on decks

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Packwood

Located in Packwood, this holiday home is in the mountains. While the natural beauty of Mount Rainier National Park and Ohanapecosh Visitor Center can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to White Pass Ski Area.
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Packwood, WA

What's nearby

  • White Pass Sports Hut - 6 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Backbone Lake Trail - 6 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Mount Rainier National Park - 9 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Ohanapecosh Visitor Center - 11 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Grove of the Patriarchs Loop - 13 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Packwood Brewing Co. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cliff Droppers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Mountain Goat - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blue Spruce Saloon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cruiser's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Forest House w/ Cedar Hot Tub, Sauna, and in a semi-secluded area pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Tranquil Forest House w/ Cedar Hot Tub, Sauna, and in a semi-secluded area?

As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tranquil Forest House w/ Cedar Hot Tub, Sauna, and in a semi-secluded area on 31 May 2026 start from £180, 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.

How much is parking at Tranquil Forest House w/ Cedar Hot Tub, Sauna, and in a semi-secluded area?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Forest House w/ Cedar Hot Tub, Sauna, and in a semi-secluded area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Forest House w/ Cedar Hot Tub, Sauna, and in a semi-secluded area?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Forest House w/ Cedar Hot Tub, Sauna, and in a semi-secluded area located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Gifford Pinchot National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Backbone Lake Trail and White Pass Sports Hut. Mount Rainier National Park and Three Peaks Trailhead 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. 27 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena S.

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

Family trip

The house was peaceful, clean, lovely and had everything we needed. It was the perfect relaxing stay for our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith B.

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

Beautiful Cabin, perfect location for hikes!

Excellent property, very conveniently located to trailheads to hike Mt Rainier. Would stay again! Enjoyed Packwood as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

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

Little park

Its like having your own personal park. Thank you for the fantastic stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2025
We loved having you as a guest. Friends and family discount for your next stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

janel h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it

This was exactly what the family needed, away from all the hustle and bustle. It was really relaxing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2023
You were such great guests Janel! Thank you for coming, and come back again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen M.

so enjoyable

A perfect place for a peaceful getaway in the Cascades! Aaron was really helpful, and the home is cozy, filled with thoughtful touches and spotlessly clean. Absolutely heaven.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thanks for coming Jen! Please consider a summer visit for hiking and rafting. I'm really glad you enjoyed yourself.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam A.

Great cabin near White Pass!

The house was a great base for skiing White Pass. It is very well equipped, with plenty of pots and pans if you want to cook, plenty of towels for the hot tub and sauna, games, a big screen TV and easy access to the highway up to the ski resort. The beds were comfortable, and the whole house was clean and neat. There isn't a table to sit at, but the counter and stools worked fine for our meals and card playing. The owner was out of town, but exceptionally responsive to our emails and did everything possible to make our stay enjoyable. We would certainly stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Perfect!

My husband and I very much enjoyed our stay at Cabana del Oso. The location in Packwood WA was perfect. Ten minutes to hiking at Mt. Rainer and five minutes to downtown Packwood. Packwood has a grocery store, coffee shop, a few restaurants, library, post office etc…. The cabin is very clean and is as pictured. We stayed 3 nights and wish we had stayed a few days longer to enjoy the fire pit, sauna, and just relax. The two outside decks are nice. We would definitely book this home again. Aaron was a pleasure to work with. Any questions we had were addressed completely and he is very easy to communicate with. Chuck & Robin H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2020
It was really great hosting you and your family. You were only the second group to hike to the waterfall slide and I'd love to see pictures. Thanks for being such great guests and know that you are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra B.

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

Perfect oasis in the woods

Aaron shares a wonderful little gem in Packwood. We went up to ski and the location was perfect. Less than 30 minutes and your parked at White Pass ready to ski (that was with snowy/icy roads) Fire place was cozy and heated the place perfectly so don’t forget your firewood! the back patio with a the sauna and hot tub were a welcomed treat after skiing. Beds were comfy and plenty of sheets, blankets and pillows. Lots of towels and instructions for the hot tub. There was a washer and dryer, just bring some detergent. Plenty of heat, lots of games and a cool coffee table book that shows all the hard work he has put into the property. Communication was great, Aaron was out of the country, but his property manager was around for last minute questions. The internet worked great. He’s already working on replacing the TV (the color is fading a bit) and adding a couple more pans for the kitchen. Otherwise it has what you need for a great getaway! We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Better than we could have guessed

The cabin is perfect, comfortable, and had everything we could have wanted in a vacation getaway. Hot tub AND sauna!?! yup. Proximity to White Pass? Yup. It was perfect all the way around, and Aaron is a great with communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Skiing with the kids

We enjoyed our stay at Casa del Oso a lot and Sarah and Aaron were there to help us when we had questions! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie J.

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

Awesome!

If you are looking for a place to stay near Mt. Rainier, this is the place! The house itself is clean and spacious. However, you will spend most of your time out on the back deck enjoying the quaint forest scene. The spa and sauna are in great condition and very clean. Aaron has created a unique and enjoyable space to relax. There is a book at the house that shares Aaron's story and how Cabana del Oso came to be- sentimental and impressive! My husband and I really enjoyed our stay. Cabana del Oso was a great place to retreat to after hiking all day at Mt. Rainier. We will definitely recommend it to friends and family. We may even make a return trip sometime soon!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tessa j.

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

Relaxing Retreat

Very private, relaxing zen cabin. We loved the hot tub and sauna after a long family hike. Clean, comfortable, cozy cabin that has everything you could ask for. Thank you!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
I'm so happy you had a great time Tessa. Please come back and visit again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David D.

I want to stay there again. Great space and deck all around in a beautiful setting.

Overall a great place to set up a great outdoor vacation. White Pass for skiing and touring was superb! Wood stove was great and heated the space elegantly. Hot tub and and suana made for great relaxing and therapy. When I go back I’ll be staying there at Cabana Del Oso. Gracias amigo Aaron great place you’ve created there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
It was so great to host you David, thanks for being such a great guest. I'd like to extend a friends and family discount to you the next time you're back for an adventure around the Packwood area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

Great hospitality and beautiful house

We had some difficulty getting in initially but Aaron stayed up late to work with us and get us into the house. His diligence was very much appreciated! He also had left some amazing welcome gifts which made everything so much better! The house and amenities we're fantastic. I'd love to come back. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison D.

Wonderful cabin and great hosts!

The cabin is exactly as billed - looks just as cute as the pictures. The home was very cleaning and very welcoming. Coffee and breakfast foods ready for us. Really fit the bill for our late summer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyou-fu M.

Nice; well maintained;

Great place to stay and great location to Mt Ranier. House was well maintained with well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

Great Place

Great Place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

Cabana Del Oso is Fantastic!

What a great place to get away for a night or longer! Owner answered all our questions in a timely manner considering the time difference! We were able to enjoy the sauna and cedar hot tub with clear instructions on how to use them! Great outdoor shower to rinse off in as well. Even had the fireplace roaring which kept the house warm without having to turn on the heat! It also has everything you need in the kitchen! Will recommend to friends and we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carly M.

Well maintained with a very detailed house manual, hot tub and sauna are great!

We had such a great time! It felt like we were at a spa in the woods :) highly recommend, especially if wanting to ride at white pass! Aaron was a great host and easily reached for questions.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

We had a great time at Cabana del Oso!

The house was clean and the accommodations were perfect for us. It’s a house tucked in at the end of a quiet street. Minimal drive up to White Pass! We really enjoyed the use of Aaron’s cedar hot tub and sauna. The wood burning stove made the place cozy and warm. If there was ever a question, Aaron responded very quickly! Thanks for the homemade soaps! It was a fun family trip⛷❄️
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

This is a great house!

We stayed three nights in late August and explored Mt Rainier National Park. The house is in a good location for seeing the park. It is comfortable and the outside area is fantastic. We spent lots of time outside reading, eating, sitting in the hot tub. We found the inside roomy and comfortable. Perhaps the common area would seem a bit tight in the winter, but for our summer visit it was perfect. We would go back and definitely recommend the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Great location to Mt. Rainier and met all our family's needs perfectly!

We loved our stay at the Cabana del Oso! Aaron did a fabulous job of creating a "home away from home" in the woods while offering guests a soothing jacuzzi and sauna after long days of hiking. We appreciated all of his attention to details in the cabin such as a well stocked kitchen, bathroom supplies and laundry! We highly recommend this cabin for anyone planning a vacation at Mt. Rainier!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
It was so great hosting you and the rest of your party Monica. Please come back this winter for some skiing and sledding. I will extend to you a friends and family discount, as guests like you are why I host.
Archival

8/10 Good

Laurie H.

wonderful mountain experience

we enjoyed our experience in this rural area. unfortunately it was unusually hot and there was a lot of smoke causing poor visibility by forest fires in neighboring areas so hiking in Mt. Rainier National Forest was difficult at best. We enjoyed the cabin and the owner and neighbor were very helpful with any questions or concerns.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

We all had a great time.

We spent most of our full day at the community pool. We had a great time hanging out around the house and, we found all the amenities to be as advertised. The owner was great about communicating with us during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Kira T.

Quaint cabin with wonderful mountain decor, great proximity to White Pass

We stayed at this charming cabin for three nights in the heart of the White Pass ski season. The cabin is perfect to get one in the mood for a get-away-from-it-all ski vacation. Kitchen fully stocked (crock pot included) and the owner is generous with sharing his spices and any condiments in the fridge. Nice flat screen tv for when the ski day is over and you want to unwind by "vegging out" and watching the selection of DVDs. Owner was readily available via text message to help answer any questions or walk us through the various remote controls. Only drawback was that while cabin had internet satellite, for some reason we could not get or stay online...it may have also just been the winter weather, or a sign that we needed to unplug :) One of our favorite features of the cabin was the wood burning stove and readily available pile of kindling and firewood that the owner obviously spent time chopping and stocking for his guests. It sure kept the cabin cozy and warm while we watched old classic movies, had fondue, family game night, and sipped wine. Another great feature is the outdoor barrel sauna (it literally looks like a big barrel), which we did not wind up using because we are not really sauna people (more jacuzzi people), but I can see how if you like a good dry sauna, this would be a huge added benefit. Lastly, the beds are super comfy - there is one king in the master bed, one queen, and two twin bunk beds. There were three of us on this trip, and it was plenty of room...we definitely could have added a couple more people and still been comfortable. One bathroom, which was not a problem for our group. Best part of our stay was that extra personalized touch...the owner was very accommodating and hospitable from beginning to end, and we definitely plan to stay at the Cabana del Oso (Bear Cabin) again! ~Kira Truebenbach

About the host

Hosted by Aaron Spencer

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Hey there! I am a world traveler and foreign aid professional here, who is always seeking new adventures for work and pleasure. I love meeting new people and cultures, and would be happy to host you as a guest!

Why they chose this property

I love this house and do everything I can to take care of every detail to ensure my guests thoroughly enjoy their experience.

What makes this property unique

6 person barrel sauna, new 6-person hot tub.​ We make soap here on site for our guests. Neighbors are only on one side of the house, so you get that secluded feel while being in the Upper Timberline Community.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
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