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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Waterville, WA
  • Lake Entiat
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Daroga State Park
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Desert Canyon Golf Resort
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Wenatchee, WA (EAT-Pangborn Memorial)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

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1 King Bed

1 bathroom

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About this property

Experience the feeling of being on top of the world in this breathtaking retreat

The villa on top of the world! Earthlight™ is built high atop Pioneer Ridge near Orondo, Washington. With sweeping views of the Columbia River, our unique homes are specifically designed to experience the combination of luxury living and the beauty of nature. Relax in our hot tub while watching the sun descend behind the snowy mountains. Explore our wild trekking paths in spring and summer, and snowshoe through the hills in winter. Watch the deer wander by. Earthlight™ has it all, and then some.

This villa is ideal for a romantic get-away for two guests. Our completely open floor plan features a glass shower, free-standing tub, and modern kitchen all with panoramic views of snow capped mountains and the river below. Our deck is legendary - soak in the views from the jacuzzi or our lounge chairs, and cozy up in front of the fire pit. All of these are specially designed for you and your loved one to enjoy, with total privacy.

Even though Earthlight™ feels utterly secluded, the historic town of Waterville is just 15 minutes away. Head over for some shopping or have lunch with friends. Should you wish to travel further afield, Earthlight™ is about 40 minutes by car to Wenatchee, 45 minutes to Chelan, and 1 hour to Leavenworth.

Earthlight Villas are located in the heart of Washington, with many experiences and adventures just a short ride away. Enjoy the pristine nature, by hiking the hundreds of local trails, or swim in Lake Chelan, and the Columbia river. Feeling adventurous? Explore the thrilling canyons in the area.

During the winter months you can visit the growing ski center Mission Ridge, or ski just a few minutes away in Badger Mountain. We have snowshoes in our villa, so you can explore the remote paths even in winter. In the warmer months enjoy the beautiful golf courses, like Desert Canyon Golf Resort. You can bring your own Jet ski down to Orondo to explore different state parks for fishing, boating and swimming. Or drive down to Chelan for more water activities. The area is well recognized for it's many wineries, and restaurant. Rocky Ponds winery is just 25 minutes away.

Even though Earthlight Villas feels utterly secluded, the historic town of Waterville, is just 15 minutes away. Head over for groceries, or a nice meal.
Should you wish to travel further, Earthlight Villas is about 40 minutes by car to Wenatchee, 50 minutes to Chelan, and 1 hour to the Bavarian-themed town, called Leavenworth.

4WD or AWD vehicle is highly recommended, especially from October-April. Please contact host for more information. During the winter a 4WD or AWD vehicle is required.

ROAD ACCESS:

Road access and vehicle suggestion: From April through October, 2WD or 4WD/AWD cars can all be driven. From November through March, 4WD/AWD cars are required. Please note we do keep our road open by plowing it during winter time. Should you prefer a 2WD vehicle, please contact the host to confirm road conditions.

PETS:

ONLY dogs are allowed with an additional charge of $50/dog/stay. Other pets are not permitted.
Dogs are NOT allowed on bed or any other furniture. Should violation occur, $300 fine will be applied for extra cleaning

VISITORS:

Only authorized guests are allowed on the premises/property. No unauthorized guests/visitors are allowed on the property at any time (day/night).

DATE ALTERATION REQUESTS:

We know that sometimes plans change. Therefore, we do accept date alteration requests, with a minimum of 30 days notice.

Property manager

Hans Podlipnik
Premier Host

Languages

English, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pet-friendly
Mountain view
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Orondo

Orondo is home to this villa. Chelan County Museum and Pioneer Village and Cashmere Arts & Activities Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Slidewaters at Lake Chelan and Aplets & Cotlets Candy Kitchen & Country Store.
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Waterville, WA

What's nearby

  • Lake Entiat - 29 min drive - 25.5 km
  • Daroga State Park - 31 min drive - 28.8 km
  • Desert Canyon Golf Resort - 46 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Town Toyota Center - 48 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Slidewaters at Lake Chelan - 71 min drive - 46.5 km

Getting around

  • Wenatchee Station - 50 min drive
  • Wenatchee, WA (EAT-Pangborn Memorial) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Rooster Bakery & Art - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Entiat Pub 'n Grub - ‬62 min drive
  • ‪Knemeyers - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪C J's Desert Oasis - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Chester's Chicken - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Experience the feeling of being on top of the world in this breathtaking retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Experience the feeling of being on top of the world in this breathtaking retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience the feeling of being on top of the world in this breathtaking retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Experience the feeling of being on top of the world in this breathtaking retreat located?

Situated in Orondo, this villa is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Confluence Wenatchee and 8.2 mi (13.3 km) from Badger Mountain Snow Ski Resort. Desert Canyon Golf Resort and Columbia River are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Loved Earthlight

Incredible panoramic views, was a stay we won't forget
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

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

Would definitely go back!

Incredible place with an incredible view. Simply stunning!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Outstanding views and a cozy remote getaway

During my stay, I had every changing views in a snowy wonderland. Getting from the main road to the cabin felt like an adventure in the snow, but was perfectly easy with the combo of my car's AWD, below frozen temps, and compacted snow surface. The views were extraordinary even with changing weather during my stay. The modern cabin is well appointed and peaceful-- we didn't see anyone during our 3-day stay. It was just the retreat I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Fabulous views and a remote getaway.

It's hard to imagine the views being better than the images in the photo, but I think they were. We had changing views throughout the day as the weather and temps changed. I was a bit worried about getting there in the snow, but the roads were recently plowed with compact snow and easily travelled with my car's AWD.The unit is beautifully appointed, and had lots of extras like USB chargers, bluetooth speaker, etc. We enjoyed our snowy retreat at this unique location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal R.

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

Beautiful stay

Beautiful stay on top of the mountain. Only things I would warn about are in winter you definitely need all wheel drive at least. The climb up the mountain in the snow was kind of scary. It takes a good 30 minutes or so to get to the top/bottom of the mountain. But we didn’t mind since we stayed in all day for the most part to enjoy the scenery. Thought I would mention there is no TV so plan accordingly if you like to fall asleep to tv or watch the news. Very beautiful would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

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

Earthlight Villa 6

This villa is incredible and the views are breathtaking! Yes you can see another villa but you still get the privacy you are looking for. I really enjoyed taking a couple epsom salt baths (that was provided). I spent more time on the swing and swinging bench than I thought I would. Definitely worth the wait!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Hans Podlipnik

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I am a former professional tennis player and Olympic athlete. I was fortunate enough to travel to over 80 countries, and my dream was always to create amazing vacation homes in special locations. I am an avid photographer and an outdoor enthusiast.

Why they chose this property

It took us years to build Earthlight™ and we hope our love and pride shine through. We wanted to create a warm, cozy spot perfectly integrated into the surrounding landscape, with sweeping views of the Cascade Mountains, the Columbia River and the Entiat Valley below.

What makes this property unique

Earthlight™ is built high atop Pioneer Ridge near Orondo, Washington. With sweeping views of the Columbia River, our unique homes are specifically designed to experience the combination of luxury living and the beauty of nature. Relax in our hot tub while watching the sun descend behind the snowy mountains. Explore our wild trekking paths in spring and summer, and snowshoe through the hills in winter. Watch the deer wander by. Earthlight™ has it all, and then some.

Languages:

English, German, Italian, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests