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Skytop: Great views, remote, yet close to Winthrop

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Welcome to Skytop, your private paradise within walking distance of downtown.
Spectacular sunsets are a regular feature of Skytop's patio.
Skytop's T-rex mascot, Sue, watches over the great room.
Property grounds
Methow Valley winters are magical.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 483.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Winthrop, WA
  • Shafer Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Winthrop Rink
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Pearrygin Lake State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Skytop: Great views, remote, yet close to Winthrop

Whatever the season, Skytop is the ideal base for your Methow Valley adventures. Guests enjoy spectacular views, enchanting wildlife and remoteness -- all within an easy walk to downtown Winthrop. The cottage is wheelchair-accessible.
The main cottage was completed in 2014, and a second bedroom -- the elegant Treehouse Suite -- added two years later. Amenities include electric car charger port, recycled bowling-lane countertops, gas fireplace and barbecue, an extensive library and DVD collection, high-speed Wi-Fi, and even a resident celebrity: 'Sue', a full-size replica of the Field Museum's famous T-Rex skull. The kitchen includes a gas range, microwave and dishwasher. The separate Treehouse Suite features a gas fireplace, freestanding tub and breathtaking second-story views. Skytop guests may rent it for an addition $100 per night, paid directly to the owner. (Sorry, no pets.)

Property manager

Michael owner/property manager
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before noon
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Winthrop

Located in Winthrop, this cottage is in the city centre and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pearrygin Lake State Park and Big Valley Wildlife Area, while Shafer Museum and Confluence Gallery are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Winthrop, WA

What's nearby

  • Lost River Winery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shafer Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Winthrop Rink - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Pearrygin Lake State Park - 8 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Bear Creek Golf Course - 9 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Wenatchee, WA (EAT-Pangborn Memorial) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Three Fingered Jacks Saloon & Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sheri's Sweet Shop - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Methow Valley Ciderhouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪East 20 Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Old Schoolhouse Brewery - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Skytop: Great views, remote, yet close to Winthrop pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Skytop: Great views, remote, yet close to Winthrop?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Skytop: Great views, remote, yet close to Winthrop?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Skytop: Great views, remote, yet close to Winthrop located?

Located in the heart of Winthrop, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Mack Lloyd Park and Lost River Winery. Shafer Museum and Winthrop Rink are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

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

Jayni R.

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

Perfect lil retreat

I stayed here for a week while in Winthrop for a workshop. Skytop is so lovely and is really what rentals should be - all the comforts from home plus little extras that make for a special stay. Everything was perfect and the view is unbeatable. I even had a sweet lil deer visitor on my porch one morning! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Perfect place to stay near Winthrop

The views from every window are gorgeous and this cozy home has everything you could want for a close to the mountains stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

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

A very special place

We had a great time at Skytop. Perfect location, very cool architecture, one of a kind decor (in a good way). We had guests in the Treetop Suite on a few weekends and they love it. The host is very responsive and accommodating. Definitely a wonderful place.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthias S.

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

Great stay

Wonderful, quiet,
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas T.

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

Great property!

We loved our stay at Skytop. Highly recommended!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice B.

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

Skytop Gets Top Marks

We had a lovely stay at Skytop. The location is perfect and the views are serene. The vacation rental is well appointed. Access to North Cascades and the popular hikes is an easy, straight forward drive. Our communication with Michael was positive - he was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Two night stay

Skytop was great. Basics were already provided in the house so it was really easy to stay and the location was really close to town. Communication with the owner was also really easy and he was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Fantastic Place

Stayed 8 nights. Expectations met in every way. The property is as-described or better. Very clean, very well maintained, and very well appointed throughout. Arrive with a bag of clothes and a couple of sacks of groceries and you’ll be all set. There are good grocery stores in both Winthrop and Twisp (real grocery stores, not just convenience stores). Highly recommend and hope to return myself.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

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

Had everything we needed

Wonderful house that worked very well for our visit to this area. Saw a deer and family of quail out the kitchen window on different days. Kitchen had everything we needed. A/C did a great job keeping things comfortable with the 90 degree heatwave. Would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Winter Getaway

Once again our family had a lovely winter getaway at Skytop. This gorgeous home is conveniently close to Winthrop yet feels like it's in the middle of nowhere. We can't wait to come back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Laurie L.

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

Very comfortable place

Great place. Responsive host. Highly recommend.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

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

Beautiful place!

We had such a wonderful, relaxing time at Skytop! Our host, Michael, made sure we had all the information we needed to make the arrival and stay easy and comfortable. We look forward to staying at Skytop again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn B.

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

Great location and artistic ambience

Skytop is truly a work of art! The setting and views are magnificent. The location is fantastic. The style of the house and the many artistic touches blend perfectly with the surroundings. It is both an aesthetically pleasing and comfortable experience. The house is really well equipped and a joy to cook and eat in. And Michael is a very attentive host. Kudos to this fabulous VRBO!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent M., Puyallup, WA

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

Wonderful getaway

We didn't lack for anything. Everything as advertised and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful setting for this comfortable, aesthetic house. Interesting use of materials and found objects in and outside. It was fun to stay here. Everything we needed was there. Great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan G.

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

Wonderful Winthrop Stay

Skytop was an incredible property! We stayed three nights and loved every minute. The views are incredible, there is wildlife just outside the front deck and the cabin is close in to the town of Winthrop and just a short drive to the Eastern edge of North Cascades National Park. Our host was friendly and responsive and the cabin was well stocked with anything we could need. We will definitely stay here again next time we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike Z.

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

Pictures don’t do it justice

Great spot for 2. Really clean, excellent location, well stocked, good view, has all basic amenities except for onsite laundry. Overall great value.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

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

Fantastic home base for all of your Methow Valley adventures

Beautiful home and property with all the amenities you need. The location is perfect, just a short walk into Winthrop and short drive to Twisp and Mazama while still feeling quite remote. Michael is a wonderful, communicative host and the property was spotless and very well equipped with dishes, cookware, and pantry essentials. This was our second stay and we plan to be back frequently, highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Winter Wonderland

Our family had a wonderful stay at this property! It is an absolutely gorgeous home with stunning views. It had everything we needed, was warm and cozy, and close to town. Micheal was easy to communicate with and an excellent host. We look forward to coming back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karye C.

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

Well worth it!!!

My husband and son enjoyed their week long getaway together. They were very impressed with everything! My husband is disabled and this place worked very well for him. They're ready to stay here again next year!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean Nichole T.

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

Fabulous getaway!

My mom and I traveled to Cascade National Park for an early birthday celebration. The place was minutes from downtown town Winthrop. The house was beautiful, clean, and comfortable. The own is very accessible by phone, email, and text.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Perfect!

Privacy is exactly it here. Quiet and lots of solitude. Perfect! Charming place and couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay. The views! Wow!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

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

Winthrop/Cascades 2023

Skytop was as advertised and the 5 star reviews are spot on. The design of the property inside and out is well done and the building materials and decor are super cool. Michael was very accessible as well...highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeff k.

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

Wow! Skytop is so beautiful! It is a must to stay here if in the area!

We stayed here as our home base for our hiking days. It was such a joy to come back and enjoy the front or back outdoor sitting areas and enjoy the mountain views. The interior decorations and comfort of inside were exceptional. We enjoyed having Pandora available. We were too enamored wire our place to waste time on TV! Our place was clean and kitchen utensils and personal items were all nicely available. We loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen R., Renton, WA

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

Skytop

Skytop is amazing, a work of art! Beautiful hilltop location. Our favorite time each day was sitting on the patio in the morning and evening enjoying the quite, just birds singing in the background and deer grazing near by. So peaceful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michael owner/property manager

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The owners designed and built Skytop with five priorities in mind: affordability, energy efficiency, handicap accessibility, low maintenance, and ... fun!

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English

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