Summary:
Welcome to Cascade Peaks, a polished 2 bedroom, 2 bath Snowater condo near Mt. Baker with a cozy fireplace, forest views, resort amenities, and room for up to 4 guests. Enjoy indoor pools, hot tubs, sauna, fitness/game spaces, and peaceful resort grounds after a day of skiing, hiking, biking, or exploring Glacier. Sleeps 4 with a king loft bedroom and a queen main level bedroom. One dog welcome with approval and pet fee.
The Space:
Welcome to Cascade Peaks, a polished mountain condo tucked inside Snowater, one of Glacier’s most loved resort communities near Mt. Baker. With cozy interiors, forest views, a warm fireplace, and access to Snowater’s year-round resort amenities, this is an easy, comfortable basecamp for couples, small families, friends, and one well-loved dog.
Inside, the condo feels relaxed, bright, and thoughtfully styled. The living room has soaring ceilings, tall windows, a cozy fireplace, and a comfortable place to unwind after a day on the mountain. Cook breakfast before heading out, gather around the dining table for an easy dinner, or settle in for a quiet night with a movie and the sound of the forest outside.
The sleeping layout is simple and comfortable:
Bedroom 1: King bed in the upper loft-style bedroom
Bedroom 2: Queen bed on the main level
Bathrooms: 2 full bathrooms
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Snowater is one of the best locations in the Glacier/Mt. Baker area for guests who want more than just a place to sleep. Enjoy access to indoor pools, hot tubs, sauna, fitness and game spaces, sport courts, walking paths, and beautiful forested grounds. It is the kind of place where you can ski in the morning, soak in the afternoon, and spend the evening curled up by the fire.
The location is ideal for every season. In winter, you are positioned for easy access to Mt. Baker Ski Area. In spring, summer, and fall, explore nearby hikes, rivers, mountain biking, scenic drives, and the small-town charm of Glacier. Local restaurants and trails are close by, while the condo itself feels peaceful and tucked away.
Good to know:
Snowater is a gated community and requires a gate card for entry. Pickup details will be provided before check-in.
Snowater requires vehicle information for parking permits.
One dog is welcome with approval and pet fee. Sorry, no cats or other pets.
Snowater does not allow air conditioners to be installed, so A/C is not available.
Cell service can be limited in Glacier, but Wi-Fi is provided at the condo. As with many mountain communities, occasional rural service interruptions can happen.
Cascade Peaks is a cozy, convenient, amenity-rich Mt. Baker getaway designed for slow mornings, mountain adventures, and peaceful nights by the fire.
The Neighborhood:
Snowater Resort is one of Glacier’s most loved mountain communities, tucked into 20 forested acres with 1,000 feet of glacier-fed Nooksack River frontage. It offers the perfect mix of peaceful Northwest scenery and year-round recreation, making it a favorite basecamp for Mt. Baker adventures.
Guests love the quiet, natural setting, with towering evergreens, river views, walking paths, and easy access to the scenic River Walk and nearby Horseshoe Bend Trail. After a day of skiing, hiking, biking, or exploring the North Cascades, Snowater makes it easy to come back and relax.
The community features indoor pools, hot tubs, a sauna, fitness areas, game rooms, tennis and pickleball courts, sports courts, playgrounds, picnic areas, grassy playfields, and peaceful places to gather or unwind. Whether you are visiting for snow season, summer hikes, fall colors, or a quiet mountain escape, Snowater offers a true four-season Mt. Baker getaway.
Located near the town of Glacier and about 30 minutes from Mt. Baker Ski Area, Snowater gives guests the best of both worlds: a quiet resort style community surrounded by nature, with quick access to trails, rivers, restaurants, coffee, and mountain adventure.
Other Things to Note:
**Technology, Wi-Fi & Cell Service**
Snowater Condos currently have DSL internet, typically ranging between 1–5 Mbps depending on usage, weather, and service conditions. High speed fiber is expected in the future but is not currently available inside the condos.
Both Snowater clubhouses offer high-speed Starlink internet, which can be a helpful option for guests who need stronger connectivity for remote work, video calls, streaming, or larger downloads.
The home includes free WiFi and a smart TV for streaming your own subscription channels. Cell service can be limited in Glacier and the surrounding mountain communities depending on your carrier. We recommend downloading driving directions, check in instructions, trail maps, and entertainment before arrival. Rural service interruptions are outside of our control, and we do not offer refunds or discounts for WiFi outages, speed, or service disruptions.
**Mountain Living, Wildlife, Weather & Local Area Notes**
This home is located in a lush mountain rainforest near the base of Mt. Baker, surrounded by towering trees, fresh air, wildlife, and changing mountain weather.
Because this is a rural mountain environment, we share the area with forest critters large and small, including ants, bats, mice, raccoons, bears, and bobcats. Please help protect the home and local wildlife by keeping doors closed, storing food indoors, and never leaving food, coolers, or garbage outside.
Mountain weather can change quickly. Please come prepared for rain, snow, ice, freezing temperatures, and changing road conditions. In winter, we strongly recommend a 4-wheel drive or all-wheel drive vehicle, as roads and driveways can be challenging.
Power outages and regional service interruptions can happen due to storms, snow, wind, falling trees, or other mountain conditions. These situations are outside of our control, and we do not offer refunds or discounts for loss of power, internet, or weather-related conditions.
Large grocery runs are best done in Bellingham before heading up the mountain. Local markets and restaurants are limited and may have seasonal hours.
Come prepared, settle in, and enjoy the slower pace of mountain life.