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Cozy 'Black Bear Retreat' by Mount Rainier!

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Ashford Vacation Rental | 2BR | 2BA | 1,500 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Deck | Self Check-In
Living Room | Free WiFi
Foyer
Living Room | Smart TV | Wood-Burning Stove | Queen Sleeper Sofa

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Ashford, Washington
  • Mount Rainier Gateway Protected Area
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Allen Memorial Forest
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Mount Rainier

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Additional Sleeping (Loft)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Cozy 'Black Bear Retreat' by Mount Rainier!

Make the most of your next trip to The Evergreen State and stay at this eclectic 2-bedroom, 2-bath Ashford cabin, featuring a tower with a 360-degree view and vintage flair. The home also offers a wood-burning fireplace and a spacious deck! Don’t forget to pack your hiking boots. With Mount Rainier National Park and multiple hiking trails nearby, you won’t want to miss a chance to see the picturesque nature of Washington. Return home and enjoy star-speckled skies while you lounge in the hot tub.

-- THE PROPERTY --

New Furniture | Quiet Forested Surroundings |
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Loft: Queen Sleeper Sofa | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa

OUTDOOR SPACE: Deck w/ outdoor dining area, hot tub
INDOOR LIVING: Wood-burning stove, antler chandelier, reading nook, dining table
KITCHEN: Keurig coffee maker, toaster, kettle, microwave, stove/oven, dishware/flatware, refrigerator, dishwasher
GENERAL: Linens/towels, electric heating, hair dryer
FAQ: Stairs required for access, Ring doorbell (facing outdoor entry), no A/C
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: Two additional properties are available on-site, each with separate nightly rates: a 1-bedroom for 4 guests, and a studio for 4 guests. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

TO SEE & DO: Recycled Spirits of Iron Sculpture Park (7.2 miles), Graveyard Point (7.7 miles), Longmire Museum (10.2 miles), Northwest Trek Wildlife Park (28.7 miles), Grove of the Patriarchs (48.2 miles), Mt. Rainier Gondola at Crystal Mountain (59.8 miles)
THE GREAT OUTDOORS: Mount Rainier National Park (3.7 miles), Glacier View Trailhead (9.3 miles), Rampart Ridge Trail (10.1 miles), High Rock Lookout (13.9 miles), Alder Lake (16.1 miles), Carter Falls (17.1 miles), Bench and Snow Lake Trail (22.7 miles)
WORTH THE DRIVE: Seattle (85.7 miles), Olympic National Park (113 miles), Portland (135 miles), Mount St. Helens (150 miles)
AIRPORT: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (77.3 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning
- NOTE: This property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features a Ring Doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video when motion is detected by the device

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Ashford

Ashford is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Rainier National Park and Mount Rainier Gateway Protected Area, while Recycled Spirits of Iron Sculpture Park and Longmire Museum are cultural highlights. Ashford County Park and Amphitheatre and Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby.
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Ashford, Washington

What's nearby

  • Mount Rainier Gateway Protected Area - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Allen Memorial Forest - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ashford County Park and Amphitheatre - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Mount Rainier National Park - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Longmire Museum - 19 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Base Camp Deli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Copper Creek Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wildberry Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Village Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Alexander's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy 'Black Bear Retreat' by Mount Rainier! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy 'Black Bear Retreat' by Mount Rainier!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy 'Black Bear Retreat' by Mount Rainier!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy 'Black Bear Retreat' by Mount Rainier! located?

Situated in Ashford, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mount Rainier Gateway Protected Area, Allen Memorial Forest and Ashford Natural Resource Conservation Area. Gifford Pinchot National Forest and Ashford County Park and Amphitheatre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dana T.

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

Perfect place to stay for Rainier

This house is spacious, but with a very cozy feel. It was really nice to come back to after hiking in the rain. The kitchen is charming, well laid out, and well stocked. The king sized bed in the spacious 1st floor bedroom was comfy. We had everything we needed and felt very welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

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

Great and Fun

This was a great spot for our family of four. The house was comfy and clean, stocked well for a vacation rental! Easy and close drive into Rainier National Park, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Cozy & clean home

We were very comfortable in this home, and we loved how it was close to MRNP. Every room was decorated in a classy, welcoming way, and all of the spaces were inviting. The kitchen was easy to use for meal preparation. We would be happy to stay here again!
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10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Great Stay!

We had a wonderful stay at the Black Bear Retreat. It's a great feel of old school charm mixed with all the modern amenities! Very private and right in the middle of the woods. Three different times during the week, we had deer walking through and stopping in the yard. The place is also very close to the park entrance, which was great for us. We went hiking every day. Would certainly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tashina

Amazing Rental!!

I can’t say enough about this house and location!! It’s a 3 mile drive right to Mt. Rainier National Park. The house is so cute, huge yard, big deck and hot tub. It was such a fun weekend and great hosts. Highly recommend this rental for your next remote getaway!

10/10 Excellent

Dave F., Denver, CO

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

Nice house close to Ranier entrance

Perfect house for a family, essentially three bedrooms plus a pullout couch . Nice deck for eating outside in the evening and hot tub to soak in after a day of hiking.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J.

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

Very Cool House

We loved staying at this house. The "Tower" was so cool! The hot tub was nice and hot, there was even a charcoal grill. Wood burning fireplace made this a lovely winter escape, super close to the Park. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kassie R., Portland, OR

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

Wonderful Mt. Rainier getaway

Location to the park is amazing, and the house was cozy. Their are other properties on lot, and they are closer than expected, but you still have your privacy with fencing. The hot tub was great! I’d stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

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

Cutest house

This house was so charming. Stain glass windows, cute decor, cozy and comfortable. Hot tub was great. House is well stocked for guests. Would stay again. Only thing I would say is the stairs are super step. The tower is like a ship ladder. My teenage girl loves it but not suitable for all age groups. Overall this house was a great find and we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The linens in the middle room smelled dusty, but the contact person gave us the laundry code to get other linens. The BBQ was quite rusty and we had great difficulty removing the side drawer to empty it. I took the time to clean the grates well and re oil them but this really needs to be replaced. It was a good size though. I would suggest to have a crock pot and a blender and a few more large cooking utensils. The house otherwise was WONDERFUL, plenty of room and if we had kids they would have loved the loft and the games. Great location. I would definitely visit again. Thank you for a wonderful weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Pritash Patel

This is an okay place! Nice location, horrible home

We stayed here for our honeymoon while visiting Mt. Rainier for 2 nights. The location is super ideal and only a few minutes to the Mt. Rainier entrance. However, the host was very unresponsive. The front door had a loose door handle when we got there. The rest of the house was super old and things were just falling apart. Some of the pots and pans were also nasty and the cooking utensils were falling apart. Also, the hot tub needs a major update and is not meant for tall people. It only has jets on the back and nothing for the feed. We could not figure out how to turn on the outside lights. Also, the 3rd floor is very dangerous to climb. The stairs were very narrow and the carpet was very slick. This was listed on Marriott and should not be as this is not to Brand standard. The owner is also trying to sell the home. I would not recommend this place for the price we paid. If you just need a place to stay, then it's okay because of it's convenience to the parks.

10/10 Excellent

Stacia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Evolve

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English, French, German, Spanish