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"Wild Duc Lodge" family friendly and very private venue on the Olympic Peninsula

Family-friendly holiday home in Forks

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Terrace/patio
Misty Views
private and secluded driveway and location
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 103800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Forever Twilight in Forks
  • Place, Sol Duc
  • Place, Forks Timber Museum

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

"Wild Duc Lodge" family friendly and very private venue on the Olympic Peninsula

Property and home available for maximum of 10 persons, and up to 2 pets, fees apply per day.
Family rambler style home with wonderful entertaining qualities for the NW lifestyle. This very private estate is on 15 acres overlooking local terrain of rambling hills and elk meadows. Close to access on the Sol Duc and Calawah rivers. No private river access. Nearby state forest, Olympic National Park, Sol Duc Hot springs, numerous beach trails and the Pacific Ocean. Located within 3 minutes of Forks Washington and built in 2007 on second growth timber land with small stream and forest. Includes trails into some remaining old growth trees on the property. Large, covered decks and round about drive with plenty of parking. Additional step grassland on premises and secluded for camping and family outdoor recreation. Electrical 50 amp and 30-amp RV hook ups and parking, no RV septic or water.
Fully equipped kitchen, with seating and dinner ware for 10, dual oven and gas cooktop, Weber BBQ on deck, custom dining table, antique bar, three full size refrigerators, one small drink fridge and a upright freezer onsite. Two TV's, one ex-large screen in rec- room with Roku TV and x-box console w/ games and one med- screen in family room with Apple TV box. .
4 bedrooms have two beds, and one has a bunk bed each set up lodge style with large closet space. Master bedroom has two double beds and master bath with walk in shower; the tub is unavailable for use. Three additional baths, one near kitchen and two in hallway near additional bedrooms.
Gas fireplace in family room with access onto covered entry and back porch/deck. Large view windows to back yard and surrounding lands and custom fire ring. Long private drive off hwy 101 with plenty of parking and open grass area.
Back deck, kitchen and rec-room equipped with Bluetooth speakers for musical enjoyment.
A custom recreational gear drying BOX with forced air heater for wet raingear, boots or clothing from hikes, fishing or recreating outdoors, a rainforest adaption you will love. Just set the timer and leave overnight.
The driveway has outdoor limited security cameras for guest and owner security; these 2 cameras only view the driveway for our customers security. There is also a noise monitoring device on premises for outdoor noise monitoring. The water system is coded for minimal use as per local regulation on water use.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
We welcome the opertunity to offer event pricing.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Undisclosed pets will forfeit damage deposit.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Pile used towels on floor.
If you used the pet cover for your bed please put in laundry room floor.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Tub USE in master bath is not allowed due to excessive water use. Please accept this rule as its an ecological stance we have on excessive water use.
Please clean fish on concrete area, not the grass. Bleach kills the grass.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: We welcome the opertunity to offer event pricing.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Forks

Located in Forks, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Chilean Memorial and Cowan Ranch Heritage Area Farm Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Storm King Ranger Station and Bogachiel State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Forks, WA

What's nearby

  • Forever Twilight in Forks - 7 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Sol Duc - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Forks Timber Museum - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Rialto Beach - 24 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center - 55 min drive - 69.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The In Place - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pacific Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪D&K BBQ - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sully's Drive-In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mocha Motion - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Wild Duc Lodge" family friendly and very private venue on the Olympic Peninsula pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at "Wild Duc Lodge" family friendly and very private venue on the Olympic Peninsula?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Wild Duc Lodge" family friendly and very private venue on the Olympic Peninsula?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Wild Duc Lodge" family friendly and very private venue on the Olympic Peninsula located?

This family-friendly Forks holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Olympic National Forest and Sol Duc. Tilicum Park and Storm King Ranger Station are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 201 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Son V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan J.

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

Nothing to say, the house is so beautiful I like it thank you.

I wish I can stay more days it is so quiet and beautiful view love it
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Great time at the Lodge

We had a blast. Your property is amazing and set up well to host our 2 families. We loved watching the elk at sunset and having family ping pong battles. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

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

Presley memories

The home and property was immaculate. The home was a very modern with plenty of room for everyone. The back deck, the fire pit and the beautiful view is where we spent most of our time. Highly recommend to anyone with a big group.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Great Base for Olympic National Park Adventure

We had a wonderful stay with kids ages 9-16. Great location for exploring the national park.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

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

Wish we had more days!

Amazing home. Wish we had more time in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark R., Galesburg,IL, USA

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

Wild Duc Lodge is a Happening Place!

The best in all things! Definitely with stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal R.

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

Great Location

This house was great. It was a perfect spot for exploring this area. Loved the privacy. Loved the game room/ tv room. Communication was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose A.

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

Lodge

Amazing views, clean place, and straight forward instructions.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn R.

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

Wedding

We had stayed here to gather our families for our wedding. Since options are limited to where our wedding was we wanted get creative and make our own family dinner. It was a perfect private location for our Wedding Dinner and for our family to stay in. Beautiful Views and amenities were beyond what I expected !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

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

Amazing property!

We loved staying at this house. It’s quite hard to find somewhere with 10 beds for our group, and this place was great! The only complaint was that we only had 9 towels that we could find in the house and could have used more washcloths as well. We only stayed for 2 nights
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William M., Atlanta, Georgia

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

Fantastic rustic house

We love this place! Shannon is a great help and Jeff the owner is very caring. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

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

Wonderful

A real gem. Will definitely stay again if the opportunity arises.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fran O., Jacksonville Florida

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

Five star!!!

Incredible house with everything you need! Views from back porch are breathtaking! Thank you for an awesome stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

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

Amazing house and property!

The Lodge was beautiful and clean and had a lot of space for a big group. Our kids enjoyed playing some ping pong and relaxing in the game room before we headed out for a backpacking trip the next day. The long drive through the woods to get to the lodge makes this a nice, secluded spot with plenty of privacy. And it is just a few minutes from the center of town. I highly recommend this rental if you are in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Comfortable & Peaceful

All the comforts of home and more! First Time using VRBO and the home owners were very helpful and answered any questions we had! Very nice Home with a great view! Everything was clearly labeled and clean. Instructions were posted which made everything easy! Will definitely use again if we are in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

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

Love This Place!

Very beautiful, clean and spacious home. Big bright windows and nice view. Private setting. House is very well organized and fully stocked. The owners thought of everything. The rec room was very fun, and the kids loved it. Comfortable beds, and plenty of them. Restaurants and stores are close by. Beaches and Olympic National Park attractions are convenient to reach. Highly recommend, and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger G.

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

Perfect

Perfect location for visits to ONP and the beaches Perfectly wonderful view from every room in the house Clean, comfortable and beautifully furnished Spacious, supplied with everything you could need for a short or extended stay Our family loved this property so much we're planning to return for an extended stay Though we didn't see the elk, we had a family of bunnies, deer, and regular eagle sightings to entertain us! Perfect in every way!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip S.

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

A Perfect Getaway at the Wild Duc Lodge

Our stay at the Wild Duc Lodge was nothing short of exceptional! Nestled amidst the serene beauty of Forks, this lodge offered the perfect blend of comfort and nature. The accommodations were spotless, spacious, and thoughtfully decorated, making us feel right at home the moment we walked in. The fully-equipped kitchen was a delight, allowing us to prepare our meals with ease. Waking up to the tranquil sounds of the surrounding forest and enjoying coffee on the deck was one of the highlights of our trip. The location is ideal—just a short drive to stunning beaches, hiking trails, and the charm of downtown Forks. The hosts were incredibly attentive and provided excellent recommendations for local activities. Their hospitality truly enhanced our stay. We couldn't have asked for a better place to unwind and reconnect with nature. We highly recommend the Wild Duc Lodge to anyone seeking a peaceful retreat.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

A unique, luxurious place for larger family/group gatherings in a serene, secluded setting.

We are a group of backpackers sharing experiences for more than 25 years. Not all of us all the time, but a few core people through most of that time. Obviously, we all enjoy the outdoors and Wild Duc Lodge provided that “end of hiking week” celebration as we nursed our pains, shared our experiences and fellow-shipped in an amazing house that met so many of our needs and desires. Bathrooms (3 and ½) to cleanse our stinky bodies, a large washer/dryer to clean some of those trail soiled clothes, a kitchen (and so well equipped) to provide non-dehydrated nourishment and a home environment to pamper our aching bodies as we enjoyed the outdoor views. For the first time ever we had our end of hike meal/celebration IN A HOUSE--not a restaurant. An amazing dining room with a unique hand carved table that allowed all 13 of us to sit together (a little tight for the 13th, but so doable!) The steaks grilled to perfection on a super grill allowed this best ever meal! House and yard were appointed with art, landscaping and facilities to take advantage of views—whether rain or shine. Certainly a place to consider if ever in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

RJ D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts with tremendous hospitality and accommodations! Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

A S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There was a countywide power outage the day we arrived. But the property manager was very responsive and did everything he could do to help us. The fact that there were local people who could come to the property and help us right away was huge since we have stayed in properties where that was not the case. Thankfully, the power came back on the following morning, and the rest of our stay was wonderful. The property is very secluded, and sitting on the porch looking out at the backyard was very peaceful. We enjoyed cooking in the kitchen and playing ping pong in the rec room. It's a very short drive to the town of Forks, and we went to the beach and to the Hoh Rainforest from there. Our multi-generational party had a very good stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay here and plan on returning if we can! The location was gorgeous and peaceful with plenty of room. Since we cooked most of our meals here, we were thankful to have access to so many kitchen supplies as well. Thank you for letting us stay in such a lovely home !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything from check-in to check-out was perfect for my family of eight. The house was clean and equipped nicely in the kitchen. Thank you for making our vacation the best it could be.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing place!Beautiful inside and out. Our family really enjoyed our stay. Quiet, peaceful. The view was amazing. Convenient to Forks (stores, coffee shops, restaurants), access to mutilated outdoor activities (beaches, fishing, hiking, Hoh rain forest, SolDuc river/ hot springs).Very clean, with lots and lots of space and conveniences. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jeff and Lisa Brazda

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Being a Washington state fishing guide, I live in Forks all winter and spring for steelhead season. My wife of 35+ years and I have a home in the Yakima River valley near Ellensburg for the rest of the year. I operate a guide/ lodge service in winter and vacation rental from the Wild Duc during the spring and summer months. We both went fife high school and met shortly after, we have a family of 6, us and 3 Labradors that enjoy hunting and fishing year around.

Why they chose this property

After my first visit to Forks , then called the "Steelhead Capitol of the World" I knew I would someday be a resident. Now over 35 years later and 21 seasons of guiding these rivers we purchased our second home here. I feel the area has so much to offer the visitor just passing through that the combination or winter fishing and summer vacation travel made it an easy move.

What makes this property unique

The Wild Duc Lodge is situated down a long private drive and over looks the local landscape from a moderate elevated location giving it just enough tranquility and length of view to be special. A very quiet and serene landscape of local rainforest and meadows commonly grazed by Roosevelt elk herds. Morning local clouds and mist rise off the Sol Duc river giving a special touch. South Easterly view offer amazing sun rises and long shadows at sunset. Centrally located out on the NW Olympic Peninsula being close to the amenities of Parks, Ocean Beaches and five local salmon and steelhead rivers provide outdoor tranquility for all.

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