This property is second to none! Right from the Start, Steve engaged us and walked us through his rental process. This destination property is as advertised and much more. The parking area for the 3 mile hike to the top is clearly marked with hand-routed wood signs. Steveâs directions and GPS maps were spot on. The 3.1 mile trail is an old logging road and the correct road to follow at the intersections are clearly identifiable by use.
On the way up, I saw elk, turkey, grouse, and deer. I also saw bear scat and cougar tracks...literally all the wildlife you can imagine are in the area. Itâs a beautiful walk up with wildflowers and vistas with amazing views the whole way up. You arrive in a beautiful saddle for the last bit to the Tower. On the way you pass the trail up to Redemption Rock aka Shasta Butte. When you have time, itâs definitely worth exploring! Once you round the corner and see the Tower, youâll be amazed and surprised at the amenities for such an austere location. He recently upgraded the solar and batteries to power the led lighting. Heâs still upgrading so you have to be smart and frugal about leaving the lights on when not in use. He also has a cellphone charging station that can easily keep your devices powered up. He also provides a composting toilet in its own little room downstairs with plenty of toilet paper...no running outside to dig a little cat hole with no privacy.
Steve provides several amenities not normally available in an austere setting. The cots he provides are comfortable but he also has a couple of air Mattresses and pump available if you want a little more luxury. He also has several water bottles provided along with some snack food available. He just asks for a small donation so he can keep his stash replenished.
The towerâs upper level is amazing: a wood stove with ample firewood, handmade countertop wood table with 4 luxurious chairs, a small table with charging
station, and 360 views of Liberty Lake, Newman Lake, Hauser Lake, Lake Coeur dâAlene, and Redemption Rock. The three-foot wide deck gives you ample room to stretch out and enjoy the views. It is so serene up here and the quiet is occasionally broken up by and elk bugling Turkey Vulture flying overhead.
When itâs dinner time, Steve has you covered, as well, with a large, outside BBQ grill, grilling utensils, and pots and pans for cooking.
I had the Tower solo for my trip and it was just the rejuvenation and solitude I needed!