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River Nest--Winthrop Home on the Methow River, Minutes from Downtown!
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
River Nest--Winthrop Home on the Methow River, Minutes from Downtown!
River Nest(a legal, licensed nightly rental with a current Okanogan County health permit as required by law)is a hand built 2 bedroom 2 bath jewel perched on the Methow River in Winthrop. Located about 1/4 mile below the bridge, and on the Methow River, with it's face to the river, and it's back to the living roof, and the road. There are a variety of outdoor seating areas, which include a river deck (off one of the bedrooms), stone benches (off the other bedroom), and an outdoor picnic/fire ring.
This is a two-bedroom, two bath home, with an open floor plan for the kitchen/dining/living area. The main bedroom has a Queen room with Queen loft. Second queen room, with deck facing river.
EXTREMELY IMPORTANT YEAR ROUND TRAVEL INFORMATION--READ BEFORE BOOKING A RESERVATION:
1)It is the responsibility of the guest to have travel plans in place to travel either over the North Cascades via Highway 20 OR to travel over Steven's Pass through Leavenworth OR to travel I-90 over Snoqualmie to Blewett Pass through Wenatchee and then up the Columbia river to the Methow Valley. If one route is closed, it is the YOUR responsibility to make alternate plans for travel. NO REFUNDS will be given at any time of the year simply because an alternate route must be taken and add additional travel time. Highway 20 is closed in the winter and mountain passes can be closed anytime of the year because of wildfires, rockslides or other occurrences. Directions over all the routes will be sent to. you 3 days before your arrival. Make sure to check pass reports(and they can change while you are en route) and print out the directions before you leave.
2)Trail Access/Closure Information:
If you are coming to hike, bike, or ski on a trail or system of trails which happen to be closed before or during your stay, NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN because of this. Trail closures can occur anytime because of fire, rockslides, mud flows...and we have no control over this. There are many hiking, biking trails of various kinds in the Methow Valley. If access to the North Cascades is closed via Hwy 20 because of any reason, NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN because of this. There beautiful hikes in and around our valley that we would be happy to recommend.
INTERNET POLICY..PLEASE NOTE:
**We strive to provide the best internet service we can get here in the very rural Methow Valley. Internet speeds vary throughout the valley and outages or tech issues can occur that we have no control over, and for these reasons NO REFUNDS are given if the internet is problematic. We also do not guarantee that the internet will meet your work/school needs. Should you have an issue with internet service, please send us a message through VRBO describing the problem. We will then contact you to troubleshoot. If the issue is not resolved, we will then contact the internet provider, and/or homeowner. Please note... our valley is very rural and getting service personnel to fix things in a timely manner can be a challenge. We rent lodging, not office space.
Public internet is available at the Winthrop library with enhanced internet speed (parking lot or inside the library). Alternatively, for a fee you can go to the Dropzone in downtown Winthrop. Thank you for your understanding!
IMPORTANT WINTER INFORMATION :
**Should you travel to the Methow during the winter months it is important to understand that you must be prepared for winter driving(keep chains, shovel...in the car) and all the inconveniences it causes you and the community you are visiting. The weather can be extreme with large snowfalls, unexpected technical issues, frozen pipes, impassable roads/driveways). If it snows while here you will have to wait for plow service just like every other person in the valley. There are a limited number of plow companies and Methow Reservations nor the owners of the house are in control of the plow company schedules. They have many different contracts and many miles of roads, driveways...to plow. If a plow person or a snow shoveler shows up to clear any area around the house, please do not argue with them or turn them away. Move your vehicles if asked. Your cooperation and patience are required especially after any significant snow accumulation. Should you get stuck you can call Classic Towing in Twisp, WA
This is a two-bedroom, two bath home, with an open floor plan for the kitchen/dining/living area. The main bedroom has a Queen room with Queen loft. Second queen room, with deck facing river.
EXTREMELY IMPORTANT YEAR ROUND TRAVEL INFORMATION--READ BEFORE BOOKING A RESERVATION:
1)It is the responsibility of the guest to have travel plans in place to travel either over the North Cascades via Highway 20 OR to travel over Steven's Pass through Leavenworth OR to travel I-90 over Snoqualmie to Blewett Pass through Wenatchee and then up the Columbia river to the Methow Valley. If one route is closed, it is the YOUR responsibility to make alternate plans for travel. NO REFUNDS will be given at any time of the year simply because an alternate route must be taken and add additional travel time. Highway 20 is closed in the winter and mountain passes can be closed anytime of the year because of wildfires, rockslides or other occurrences. Directions over all the routes will be sent to. you 3 days before your arrival. Make sure to check pass reports(and they can change while you are en route) and print out the directions before you leave.
2)Trail Access/Closure Information:
If you are coming to hike, bike, or ski on a trail or system of trails which happen to be closed before or during your stay, NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN because of this. Trail closures can occur anytime because of fire, rockslides, mud flows...and we have no control over this. There are many hiking, biking trails of various kinds in the Methow Valley. If access to the North Cascades is closed via Hwy 20 because of any reason, NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN because of this. There beautiful hikes in and around our valley that we would be happy to recommend.
INTERNET POLICY..PLEASE NOTE:
**We strive to provide the best internet service we can get here in the very rural Methow Valley. Internet speeds vary throughout the valley and outages or tech issues can occur that we have no control over, and for these reasons NO REFUNDS are given if the internet is problematic. We also do not guarantee that the internet will meet your work/school needs. Should you have an issue with internet service, please send us a message through VRBO describing the problem. We will then contact you to troubleshoot. If the issue is not resolved, we will then contact the internet provider, and/or homeowner. Please note... our valley is very rural and getting service personnel to fix things in a timely manner can be a challenge. We rent lodging, not office space.
Public internet is available at the Winthrop library with enhanced internet speed (parking lot or inside the library). Alternatively, for a fee you can go to the Dropzone in downtown Winthrop. Thank you for your understanding!
IMPORTANT WINTER INFORMATION :
**Should you travel to the Methow during the winter months it is important to understand that you must be prepared for winter driving(keep chains, shovel...in the car) and all the inconveniences it causes you and the community you are visiting. The weather can be extreme with large snowfalls, unexpected technical issues, frozen pipes, impassable roads/driveways). If it snows while here you will have to wait for plow service just like every other person in the valley. There are a limited number of plow companies and Methow Reservations nor the owners of the house are in control of the plow company schedules. They have many different contracts and many miles of roads, driveways...to plow. If a plow person or a snow shoveler shows up to clear any area around the house, please do not argue with them or turn them away. Move your vehicles if asked. Your cooperation and patience are required especially after any significant snow accumulation. Should you get stuck you can call Classic Towing in Twisp, WA
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Amenities
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About the area
Winthrop
Winthrop is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Winthrop National Fish Hatchery and Pearrygin Lake State Park, while Shafer Museum and Confluence Gallery are cultural highlights.

Winthrop, WA
What's nearby
- Winthrop Town Trailhead - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Winthrop Rink - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Shafer Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Winthrop National Fish Hatchery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Mack Lloyd Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Three Fingered Jack's Saloon - 12 min walk
- Sheri's Sweet Shop - 13 min walk
- Old Schoolhouse Brewery - 13 min walk
- Rocking Horse Bakery - 10 min walk
- Sun Mountain Lodge - 18 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
24 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah S.
9 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sarah S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robert B.
25 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick 3 day stay
Robert B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kirrin C.
21 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay!
Kirrin C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Kristi K.
16 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
River nest vacation
Kristi K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl S.
6 May, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely spot
Cheryl S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Evelyne V.
27 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River Nest
Evelyne V.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kevin S.
31 Jan, 2019
Great place in a great location with view of river and close to town and trails.
Kevin S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie F.
28 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion trip
Julie F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christopher B.
9 Jan, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
Christopher B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joseph O.
15 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
June 2023
Joseph O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Betty G.
24 Aug, 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice view of river.
Betty G.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael R.
24 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Michael R.
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Jeffrey B.
6 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful House in Great Location
Jeffrey B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steven B.
14 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very impressed by the River Nest
Steven B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ivan F.
1 Aug, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A not so little gem
Ivan F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shara K.
11 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming interior
Shara K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Johanna P.
11 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cozy Nest
Johanna P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brandon S.
1 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Brandon S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
William D.
30 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location!!
William D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
PAM L.
21 Apr, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique experience.
PAM L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie S.
25 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded expectations!
Stephanie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Rebekah B.
2 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Rebekah B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent
John P.
8 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cascades Getaway
John P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Michelle P.
22 May, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property convenient to town and hiking trails. It sits on the river...tranquil.
Michelle P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
About the host
Hosted by Methow Reservations
What makes this property unique
Right on the Methow River and just minutes from downtown Winthrop and ski trailhead/ice rink
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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