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Alpen Bliss Chalet

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Welcome to Alpen Bliss, a woodsy riverside retreat in Greenwater, WA.
Large open windows provide great natural light and lovely views of the river.
This aerial shot from above our cabin shows the White River, just steps away.
Enjoy a dip in the hot tub (Note: Please read through the rules before using)
A fully-stocked wood-themed kitchen provides no shortage of rustic charm.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8153.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Enumclaw, WA
  • Snoquera Falls Loop
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Crystal Mountain Resort
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Crystal Mountain
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Alpen Bliss Chalet

Escape the city for a blissful stay in our newly updated riverfront home. Located in Greenwater, WA - just 15 to 20 minutes from Mount Rainier National Park & Crystal Mountain Ski Area - there are plenty of things to explore within a stone's throw. After a day of adventuring, kick back and enjoy the open layout of the kitchen and living area with its vaulted wood ceilings and rustic charm. Or, pop outside to lounge on the deck overlooking the White River, and take a dip in the hot tub.

This 3-bedroom, 2-bath house sleeps seven in beds, but can accommodate up to eight people with additional couch space in the living room. The master bedroom has a king size bed and a twin-size daybed. The remaining two bedrooms both have queens. Downstairs, there are two couches: one sectional, and one standalone sofa. We have plenty of extra blankets and linens if you should need them.

Summer heatwaves bogging you down? No problem, we’ve got A/C to keep the house cool for you. Big storms blowing in? We’ve got a standby automatic generator to keep things cozy in the event of a power outage.

Feeling like whipping up a meal? The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes and cookware for all your culinary needs.

Both bathrooms are equipped with plenty of towels. Extra toiletries are available in the event you forget your go-to shampoo and body wash.

In the living room, huddle up with friends and family on the large sectional couch for a movie night. Netflix, Hulu, and Prime Video are all available for your streaming pleasure, or go unplugged and peruse our collection of DVDs and board games.

In the same room, gather around the old logging sled coffee table, situated under vaulted wood ceilings, and lounge back in our stressless Ekornes chairs. Feeling musical? Feel free to jam out with any of the acoustic instruments hanging next to the cobblestone fireplace. (Note: Guests are not permitted to burn wood in the fireplace, though we do have flameless candles).

Note: We love animals, and well-behaved, housebroken dogs are welcome in our home with basic pet etiquette. Due to the additional cleaning involved, we charge a non-refundable pet fee of $30 per dog. (This will be charged manually after the booking is made). When making your reservation, please let us know how many dogs you would like to bring on your trip, and what breeds they are.

Property manager

Reid Nelson
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Strict quiet hours after 10PM. Max occupancy = 8.
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Pets

Pets allowed
$30 pet fee/dog. Read through all rules on arrival
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted in the paved walkway only
Fires are not prohibited, inside or outside. Remote-operated flameless candles are available in the fireplace for ambience.
Please read through hot tub rules completely in house manual, and abide by all rules.
Please read through the printed house rules on arrival (e.g., no parties, shoes off, etc). If rules are not followed, guests may lose their deposit.

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
Note from host: Strict quiet hours after 10PM. Max occupancy = 8.
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

Enumclaw

Located in Enumclaw, this chalet is in a rural area and on a river. Sun Top Lookout is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Rainier National Park and Snoquera Falls Loop. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Enumclaw, WA

What's nearby

  • Snoquera Falls Loop - 8 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Mount Rainier National Park - 13 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Crystal Mountain Resort - 26 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Sun Top Lookout - 31 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 39 min drive - 31.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Naches Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Greenwater Outfitters - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Greenwater Lodge Coffee Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Naches Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Alpen Bliss Chalet pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Alpen Bliss Chalet?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alpen Bliss Chalet?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Alpen Bliss Chalet located?

This family-friendly Enumclaw chalet is located on a river, 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from Snoquera Falls Loop, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Mount Rainier National Park and Greenwater Lakes Trailhead. Sun Top Lookout is 9.9 mi (15.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chad L.

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

All the things we love about VRBO stays

Reid was super! Accomodating, responsive and friendly. The place was great for the whole family and well outfitted with all the essentials. The property and location was perfect for Crystal access and we all had a great time. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Amazing mountain base camp

One of the nicer appointed vacation rentals I've stayed at in a long time! Fully stocked kitchen with nice, sharp knives. Super comfy couches, mattresses, and pillows. Beautiful setting along the river with a hothub. 10/10 would recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

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

Mt. Ranier Family adventure

The chalet was the perfect place for my family of 5 during our weeklong visit to Mt. Ranier National Park. Close proximity to the park, the longest drive we had to a trailhead was a little over an hour. There were plenty of beds, the hot tub was amazing after a long day of hiking, and wandering out to the White River and looking for rocks and animal tracks was awesome. Very quiet neighborhood, perfect for a family getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Great Stay!

House was great with a lovely view. Hot tub was a nice way to end the day after lots of hiking. Well stocked kitchen and bathrooms. Would definitely stay here again if back in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

Spring getaway

Awesome cabin in the woods!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric F., Seattle, WA

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

Lovely stay in the woods

This was our second stay here and we have more planned in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean C., Bonney Lake

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

Birthday trip

Wonderful stay for my birthday. Home was perfect. Host answered all of my questions with quick response. Beautiful home seen some elk out back and salmon swimming up stream. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine G.

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

Excellent return stay

We very much enjoyed our return visit to this great property that is close to the park. Well equipped with all of the expected amenities in the kitchen and baths, and very nice touches throughout. Will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kiarra V.

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

Amazing!

This place is nothing short of amazing! I really enjoyed this house in Greenwater. We saw so many elk in the morning. It was easy access to the river. There was plenty of kitchen items to be able to cook meals. There was plenty of towels for showers. The hot tub was the icing on the cake. The owner was so easy to get ahold of as well. I would definitely recommend this house to stay at.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danny F.

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

Well-maintained, lovely house

It's rare a listing matches its description so well. This house is large, clean, well-maintained, and the owner Reid is kind and quick to respond. We even saw elk. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus S.

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

Highly Recommend!

This was awesome. Beautiful river in the back. Great accommodations inside the home. Very clean. Quiet neighborhood. Easy access to many spots and great hikes in the National Park. The host was amazing. Prompt response and great recommendations for places to go in the area. Highly recommend staying here if you are visiting this area. I will 100% book this place again when I come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Great spot to relax

First off, our family isn't into winter sports so some of the charm of the cabin was lost on us, but that doesn't mean we didn't enjoy it very much. Our stay was after the ski season on Crystal and before the summer activities kicked in so it was very quite; we really enjoyed this. Our two boys (7 & 10) had a ball in the hot tub and also finding good sticks in the yard. Even though others said there was no river access, We found our way to the quite easily but we came prepared with boots. Saw many bald eagles and cool animal tracks near the river. I only wish that there was garage access from in the house to enjoy the ping pong and foosball tables (thin ping pong table could use a little attention). The west view out the large bay window sitting in the main living space was perfect, especially at sunset. Final note, the typewriter is finicky but our oldest loved using it... just pay attention to the ribbon and open the top to advance it and it works just fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

MCKINLEY S.

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

Cute. Clean. Cozy.

Best property we've stayed at in the crystal mountain area over the last 10 years. Great for a family ski trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric F., Seattle, WA

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

luxurious cabin life!

Had a wonderful stay. The place is spacious and very comfortable. Great location near Crystal Mountain. We loved the hot tub. Reid was really responsive and communicated well. We'll be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Fantastic cabin

Great for our family of five - cozy and well equipped
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephani S.

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

Good Times Great Memories

This was a wonderful place. Just the right size for the family and the layout was perfect. The fenced in yard also let our fur babies run around freely. A beautiful short drive up to Chinook Pass allowed us to make some memories with Mount Rainier. We were also able to take a short walk to the river, and the baby elk greeted us in the mornings. Truly a beautiful place. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey T.

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

Perfect getaway!

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay….the weather was perfect & the quite the escape from our Texas heat. The house is exactly as advertised with all the amenities, kitchen is well stocked for your cooking needs. The property is in a great location to Mt. Rainier Nat’l Park & Crystal Mountain, spent a lot of time outdoors hiking the trails in the park. Had elk visiting nearly every morning & evening along with their babies which was a treat. Neil was very responsive….grateful to have had this home open to book. Lots of great memories made!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Besima K.

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

Amazing!

Thank you!! We truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grady G.

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

Fun trip to Enumclaw!

We just had a great stay at this house! Everything was really comfortable. We especially enjoyed the deck and yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arthur S.

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

Lovely place

We had a good time and saw lots of elk, including babies. It was a lovely setting. Neighbors helped me find an entrance to a trail that originated in the cul-de-sac next to ours. We were disappointed that we couldn't get to the river from the property. We also had to hand wash forks and glasses after every meal, because there were so few. The house was charming and garage goodies and hot tub were lots of fun.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Second Year at this location

I don't have enough time to detail our trip. Let the fact we came back for a second year say what I want to say.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cassie D.

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

Amazing, as always

This is our third time staying at the cabin and look forward to coming back for years to come. Great cabin, great location and great host. Thanks Reid!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kyla H., Copan Ruinas, Copan, Honduras

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

Great stay near Crystal

Great kitchen for meals and hot tub for relaxing. Very quiet and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joy R.

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

Great ski weekend

great location near crystal. Perfect fenced in area for your dog. Very cute little cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann M., Minneapolis

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

Total Relaxation

This was the perfect cabin to lounge around with family, read, play games, watch movies, enjoy the hot tub, and listen to the creek water. The owner was very responsive to all of my silly questions. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Reid Nelson

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Hey there! Reid here. I'm a researcher at Amazon, volunteer ski patroller at Crystal Mountain, and run a couple Airbnbs on the side. I look forward to hosting you!

Love food, live music, and outdoor adventures - so don't hesitate to ask for local recommendations!

Why they chose this property

Crystal Mountain has been my playground ever since I was three years old. I've been volunteering here since 2011 on the weekend ski patrol, and it's always been a dream of mine to have a home of my own in the mountains that raised me. I'm happy to share the experience of this lovely home with my guests, when I'm not staying here myself. Please treat it with love, and enjoy your stay!

What makes this property unique

Waking up to the gentle noise of river rapids on summer mornings, with birds chirping is something special. Or in the winter, looking out on the balcony to discover a fresh blanket of light fluffy snow on the deck railing - a reminder that it's about to be a very fun day on the ski hill. This place truly has year-round charm.

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests