Das Waldhaus: Tranquil Forest Retreat | Hot Tub | Dog-friendly

“Das Waldhaus’ is German for ‘The Forest House’, and it offers the perfect balance between relaxing serenity and convenient adventure. Gifford Pinchot National Forest is mere steps out the back door, along with short walks to the Cowlitz River, seasonal waterfalls, and creeks. Mount Rainier and White Pass are close by and offer bountiful recreation. In fact, the Ohanapecosh Visitor Center is just 25 minutes away, and White Pass Resort, 33. Das Waldhaus is a relaxing home base for these adventures and so many more Pacific Northwest treasures.

We vacation at Das Waldhaus frequently with our family and friends. As a result, we keep it stocked for cooking, relaxing, and having fun. Although modestly sized, the kitchen is well-equipped with dishware, tools, small appliances, cookware, and basic cooking/baking supplies, as well as coffee and tea.

A crackling wood fire in the living room will lure you to settle in for a cozy evening of board games, cards, or puzzles. Or, peruse the hiking books and maps or birdwatching guides to plan the day’s adventure.

The backyard is one of the property’s highlights, and we hope you’ll spend time enjoying all it offers. With wilderness just beyond the edge of the yard, it is a lush, forested space, perfect for relaxing with family and friends and a peaceful spot to enjoy a good book or watch for wildlife.

Soothe your aching muscles in the hot tub after crushing it on the slopes or conquering trails. You'll find plenty of spa towels in the laundry room above the dryer. Don't forget your swimsuit and flip-flops!

If you love grilling up a good meal and eating outside, we provide all the necessary equipment, including BBQ and designated cooking utensils.

Enjoy the mesmerizing glow of a campfire in the backyard firepit. Plenty of chairs are provided for families to gather around the fire and make s’mores, tell stories, and sip hot cocoa.

*If you need to cancel fewer than 30 days prior to your stay, we will provide a full refund if we are able to rebook your dates. As a busy family, we know things come up and are happy to make those last-minute changes easier for you if we can.*

We love our dog and are happy to welcome up to two of yours, without any extra charge. You'll find dog dishes, waste bags, fleece blankets for doggy lounging, and towels for muddy paws. If you or one of your guests have allergies, this may not be the right house for you.

Traveling with kiddos? The home is equipped with outlet covers, table corner guards, a fireplace guard, Pack n’ Play (please provide your own bedding), a booster high chair, and plastic dinnerware.

With the national forest right in the backyard, the view is a magnetic draw, and our covered back patio offers year-round outdoor relaxation. The hot tub, bbq, teak lounge chairs, and bistro table are all completely covered and accessible from the house without stepping off the back porch or out from under the roofline. So, enjoy a soak, a mug of coffee with lounging, or a good book and snack at the bistro table, no matter the season or weather.