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Rustic Cougar Cabin w/ Wood-Burning Fire Pit!

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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, built-in wooden staircase, grey sofas with patterned cushions, and a wooden coffee table.
A cabin with a green roof, a red door, and a deck with a railing.
A river with a rocky shoreline and dense forested hills in the background.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, built-in wooden beams, a large TV, and a cozy seating area with patterned cushions.
A living room with a television, sofa, and coffee table.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Games at the ready
    One of the few properties with video games available for guests.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Free internet
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Onsite parking available
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Cougar, WA
  • Place, Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Yale Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Lewis River
    ‪1 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 100)

Additional Sleeping (Loft)

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Ariel

Ariel is home to this cabin. Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument and Marble Mountain Sno-Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Johnston Ridge Observatory and Pomeroy Living History Farm. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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Cougar, WA

What's nearby

  • Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Yale Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lewis River - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Mount St. Helens - 25 min drive - 33.9 km
  • Cascades Amphitheater - 60 min drive - 72.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cougar Bar And Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Lone Fir Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bigfoot’s Lodge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Frosty's Broasted Chicken & Burgers - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Red's espresso - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Cougar Cabin w/ Wood-Burning Fire Pit! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Rustic Cougar Cabin w/ Wood-Burning Fire Pit!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Cougar Cabin w/ Wood-Burning Fire Pit!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Cougar Cabin w/ Wood-Burning Fire Pit!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Cougar Cabin w/ Wood-Burning Fire Pit! located?

Situated in Ariel, this cabin is steps from Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Lewis River. Ape Caves and Gifford Pinchot National Forest are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet community, beautiful location, quaint cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great stay

Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot near the ape caves.

We had a great time, the place was very clean and quaint! Would stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Cabin

We loved the location and cleanliness of the cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome cabin!

This is a great place for a little getaway, quiet neighborhood and fairly close to the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin for relaxation and dogs.

Stayed to get away from everything with the dogs. Definitely want to come back during the summer months.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Mt St Helens hikes

Nice cabin, great location for Mt St Helens hikes. Water pressure comes and goes at cabin which wasn't good but other than that we had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun 2025
Hi Daniel, we're pleased to hear you enjoyed the location for hiking. We're currently addressing a recurring issue with the well pump—while it was recently serviced and seemed to be resolved, we’ll have a technician return to ensure everything is functioning as it should. Thank you for your valuable feedback.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just right

Very nice stay. Clean and delightful. Easy to get to.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice cabin for a small group

Stay was good. Cabin was cute and clean. Not everything worked but was great for a short stay. Neighbors played their music pretty loud so if you are looking for a quiet getaway might not be for you, but for a few friends having fun it is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Near the Ape Cave area of Mt. St. Helens

Communicated via private message
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute and cozy

Pet friendly home. Kitchen fully equipped. Easy access from county road. Many trails close by. Ability to see Mount St Helen’s when weather is clear. Some roads still closed so we weren’t able to get real close. Very enjoyable area!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect dog friendly Cabin for family

We were in town for a wedding and this cabin was great for my husband, adult son, teen son, 2 labs and Me! Trail up hill in back is a thigh burner but a great start to the morning. Dogs were happy roaming the fenced property. Cabin has everything you need although internet is spotty at times. C stores in Cougar have are stocked if you forgot something, only 1.5 mile away. Resort restaurant (Log Fir?) has EXCELLENT food. Burgers were delicious, chili cheese fries amazing and my husband had stew, which he loved. Highly recommend this vrbo if looking for a place to stay in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2024
From the owner: "Thank you! Glad you enjoyed your stay!"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the absolute best little family weekend here! The cabin was cozy, clean and had everything we needed for a successful stay. Beautiful, peaceful and quiet! The only neighbor that appeared home was the house being renovated on the drive in (friendly, no issues!) We enjoyed saying hi to the horses on neighboring property. Anne was super quick to respond to questions regarding the fire ban and again when we accidentally locked ourselves out of the bathroom. We so appreciated the extra headlamps for exploring Ape Cave. Our 3 year-old had a blast and made some core memories this stay... first ever campfire and s'mores, caves, lava tube and lots of new hikes at Mt St. Helens. Thank you for a wonderful experience. We hope to make this a tradition and return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2025
So happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great, could be a little cleaner

Very quiet and comfortable. Nice view of trees on the hillside out the back. Great kitchen and living room. The only reason I'm leaving four stars is that it could've been cleaner. The toilet had someone's hairs between the lid and tank. The floor had little pebbles, etc. The waste bin had something spilled on it. It wasn't gross, but it wasn't fully cleaned either. Otherwise, a pretty little place with a great location if you're going into that side of Mt St Helens, Ape Caves, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2024
From the owner: ''Sorry, it was as clean as it should have been! Thank you for letting us know. That is something we want to make sure is perfect! The pebbles part is annoying, we are really rethinking the pea gravel! Sometimes I think we track them back in while double-checking the rest.''
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Quaint Weekend in Cougar!

The stay was just right for us, our baby, small dog, and my mother. We explored the area in between nap time and even had a nice fire outside when baby went to bed!As expected, the neighbors were more noticeable than one would want. For example, when we pulled up there was about three dogs that came in and my husband had to get them all out to shut the gate. The neighbor came over and apologized and said he wouldn’t have had the dogs out if he knew people were staying. Our small dog is afraid of dogs so we didn’t like that they just came in and quickly came to sniff our dog. Not ideal, it bothered us as it was the first thing that happened when we got there…but then it was completely fine! there is a really great privacy fence that helps.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun 2025
Unfortunately, although we work hard to provide a great environment for all guests, external factors like the neighbors are simply out of our control. We have never experienced issues like this either before your stay or since, and look forward to hosting many satisfied guests!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Lovely cabin with problematic neighbors

The cabin was lovely. It was comfortable and cosy, and had everything we needed for a relaxing weekend. We really appreciated the snacks and the nostalgic DVDs. I can see how a family would make very happy memories staying in this cabin.Unfortunately the neighbors were less than friendly. We had an incident where the neighbors were outside around our car with their guns on the night we arrived. The owner was very responsive and proactive but it left us feeling quite unsafe for the weekend. The neighbors played loud music outside and were shouting and banging during the night while we were trying to sleep. The confederate flag hanging from their window may make some feel unwelcome. It’s disappointing as otherwise we would have really enjoyed our weekend.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2025
Hi Philip, we’re so glad you enjoyed the cabin itself and appreciated the cozy atmosphere, snacks, and nostalgic DVDs. However, we’re truly sorry to hear that the neighboring renters made you feel uncomfortable during your stay. We followed up with the homeowner after reading your feedback, and they wanted to share the following: - Guest safety and comfort are a top priority, which is why we responded as quickly as possible when you reached out. We regret that this impacted your stay. - To enhance security, we’ve installed cameras for added guest peace of mind. - We’re committed to fostering a welcoming environment and will continue working to ensure all guests feel secure. Your comfort and peace of mind are a top priority, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. Thanks again for your feedback!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cozy Cabin

This place is cute! It has been updated and the interior is nice. When we arrived, it was clean and the heater had been turned on. There were more than enough kitchen tools to make our Thanksgiving feast! We enjoyed all the DVDs and the Wii. The couches are comfy. There is a large dining table that left room for puzzling on half while still having dinner space. It's a great place to disconnect and relax.I would say to dress for the weather in the late fall. Even with the heaters on it was a touch chilly. But there are plenty of blankets to bundle up in. We were sad that it wasn't a tad warmer to enjoy the porch and backyard fire pit. Our group did the hike up the hill behind the house and enjoyed the scenery. There is a sweet, friendly horse next door that said "Hi".
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2025
Hi Laura, thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciate your kind words. It means a lot to us that the home’s location and accommodations made your experience memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back for another visit. Thank you again for choosing to stay with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place for a "base camp" before hiking up Mt. St. Helens. Only 30 min from Climber's Bivouc. Clean and well stocked. We enjoyed it quite a bit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location as home base if you are exploring Mt St Helens. The cabin was clean, well appointed, and a great place to stay with our pup. We cooked at home mostly - we primarily grilled which worked out great (charcoal grill) . Recommend bringing all cooking ingredients like oil, spices, etc. And if you require a high quality non-stick pan, you might want to bring that too.It rained most of the time but we were able to get in some fire pit time, which was lovely and relaxing. Cell reception is poor in the entire area, and while the cabin has WiFi it didn’t seem to handle streaming content well, so we leveraged the vast DVD collection once we were done exploring. It was quite fun to live like it was 1995 again: Besides enjoying the cabin, we hiked Ape Canyon, Lava Canyon falls, and the Ape Caves - all conveniently located (less than 30 min) highly recommend! Also ate at both Lone Fir and Cougar Bar and Grill - both were great. Overall we had a great time and would definitely come back and stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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