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Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest

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Living area
Exterior
4 bedrooms, travel crib, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
    DryerDryer
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Carson, WA
  • Popular LocationTrout Creek Trailhead6 min drive
  • Popular LocationBridge of the Gods28 min drive
  • Popular LocationSkamania Lodge Golf Course29 min drive
  • AirportPortland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)72 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest

A private newly remodeled four bedroom home located within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Perfect for an unplugged getaway or outdoor adventure. The historical Wind River Ranger District is a unique combination of open meadows and forested slopes. Enjoy a morning hike on the Pacific Crest Trail located with a mile of the house, take a afternoon stroll through the Wind River Arboretum then unwind over dinner at the local family friendly brew pub located just 15 minutes away. The Columbia Gorge is home to endless outdoor recreation fun!

NO WI-FI AVAILABLE
Linens and towels are provided

Property manager

Skamania County

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest Carson

About the neighborhood

Carson

This vacation home is located in Carson. Whistle Punk Trailhead and Trout Creek Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area and Mount Hood National Forest.
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What's nearby

  • Whistle Punk Trailhead - 6 min drive
  • Trout Creek Trailhead - 6 min drive
  • Bridge of the Gods - 28 min drive
  • Skamania Lodge Golf Course - 29 min drive
  • Beacon Rock State Park - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chefs Petrone - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Betty May's Coffee and Things - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest located?

Situated in Carson, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Whistle Punk Trailhead, and Trout Creek Trailhead. Wind River is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 48 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

5.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mount Adams House - May 2024
We always enjoy staying here - don't miss the TV or wifi at all. (4th time staying) It does seems like many kitchen utensils are missing, since previous visits - but we muddled through. Shower knob needs repair or replacement.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Research base
Great home base for working in the forest!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet
Nice, clean very private.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Observed Perseid meteor shower multiple nights. Perfect for viewing the stars. House was spotless.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic Getaway
This was a great spot dor our family from both sides of the state to meet and spend the weekend. There were bedrooms enough for us all to have our own sleeping space and common space where we could all enjoy games together. We enjoyed the proximity to hiking and the outdoor spaces. We also loved learning about the history of Wind River. Thank you for keeping the home historic as much as possible. We just loved it here!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dylan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Scientist getaway with fan
Great. Calm. No frills.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M., Bonney Lake, Wash.

Liked: Cleanliness
Base for our family
We loved this house and its location. The house was clean and just what were looking for as a base for our family during our son's wedding in Cascade Locks. Loved the area around the house and the history of this location. I hope we can make it back to stay again when we have more time to enjoy the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Leana M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great house, but a bit of a snafu
The good: the house is great, the location is peaceful, some good hiking nearby. The house is spacious, has all the basics, and the beds are comfy. The kitchen is a bit sparse in terms of of cookware, but enough to get the job done. As others pointed out, there are no curtains, but that didn't bother us too much. The bad: when we arrived, the house had not been cleaned from the previous tenants. The beds has dirty sheets, the floors was full of dirt and hair, trash can in bathroom overflowing, hair in the shower, etc. We tried to contact VRBO (incredibly difficult since there's no wifi and barely any reception), but VRBO customer service was attrocious. We tried contacting the host, but since it's a county office, they were closed (we arrived on a weekend). Our only choice was to drive into town to get cleaning supplies and detergent, and clean the house ourselves. We spent several hours washing bedding (there was no extra bedding), cleaning floors, taking out trash, etc. Eventually after we had pretty much finished cleaning, we found a paper with an emergency after-hours contact (who was not listed in any of the VRBO info). He was great, apologized for the issue, even came by to drop off his card. Eventually, he gave us a partial discount. The house being dirty when we arrived was a big bummer, but overall we ended up having a good stay. My one takeaway is that VRBO customer service is terrible and I'm not sure I'd use VRBO again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Diana V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
The home was very spacious and updated. Our stay was limited in the house as we had a wedding to prep and attend. Communication with host was quick however when at the place there's no connection until you connect to the WiFi or you have a hotspot. A couple of suggestions would be to have the cleaning service done prior to arrival of guests with extra linen and laundry and dish soap. Other places also offer toiletries too. Luckily we had extra for all. Kitchen needs a blender and more sturdy cooking spoons. We noticed rodant activity around edges/corners of the kitchen countertops and floors at arrival, hence a bleach bottle would be good to have at hand. A mop, bucket and cleaning solution in utility room would also be useful. Instructions on how to leave the linen would be great. Hope we left the home as clean and organized as we could. It is a really nice neighborhood - we got to see the exhibit of the experimental forest on a small hike we did around the back. It is a great idea to bring more visitors into the remodeled homes. Thank you for letting us rent your home in the forest
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Pak Nin Ben

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For me, coming from a city, this is almost that perfect get away I was looking for…nice, quite and surrounded by beautiful forest, creek, range and mountains view. Would help a lot if we can get better cellular and internet connection. The property is in a good condition and the service from property management was very good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jarred F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great secluded location with pretty view
Lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

David B.

Beautiful forest!
Very sorry, but we broke a glass tumbler. Also, there is a mouse in the kitchen, and someone has given it access to the countertop. Otherwise, we had an awesome time, and the beds slept well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious, responsive, lovely
Great spot near lots of outdoor activities!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becca W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique location
Great unique little property tucked away, super quiet. Beds are comfy, house has a decent set up, but pretty much the basics in the kitchen. It was a great landing zone for our group. The only thing worth commenting on is no window coverings or screens, so that was the only thing we felt was missing or would have been nice to have. Other than that, we would absolutely stay again, great little quiet spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jan m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation trip
Great stay. Beautiful location. So nicely remodeled. Dark silent sky with the milky way on parade. Thanks!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Guys Golf trip
Quiet peaceful house in the woods. Would recommend chairs for the fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Stay
This was a great location for my family of 4 and my mother. The house was clean and has a beautiful view! Things to note- there is no wifi or TV but plenty of cell service. We would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Feb 2023 - Mt Jefferson House, Wind River
Wonderful setting; house was fine for our purposes. The instructions regarding garbage cans have been clarified since our previous two visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kat C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Peaceful setting. Very clean, plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little getaway.
Awesome location. Quiet. Beautiful view. Only recommendation: window coverings/ treatments.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott E.

Liked: Cleanliness
House
Nice view
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful getaway
We have stayed here twice: once for the 4th of July and once for New Year's Eve. We have a very nervous dog and this house is ideal for a quiet getaway. It is so quiet and peaceful there The house is the last one at the end of a dead end street. The other houses on the street look abandoned and unoccupied. There are no curtains on any of the windows and strangely, both weekends we stayed there, several cars would drive past each day we were there (never the same car), park at the end of the road in full view, and stay there for 15-20 minutes. The drivers didn't look like teenagers. Must be the thing to do out in the country. If you have reactive dogs, they will no doubt bark at these cars. Curtains in the living room would be a nice upgrade.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We loved our time here! We enjoyed the quiet, lovely setting and proximity to quaint towns. The house was clean and roomy. We would come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Team Ride Rental
We rented this house for six teammates on a cycling team to use as a base to go out and ride the forest roads. It was great, super-clean, supplies stocked. Quiet location. The only caveat is that there is only one bathroom, so if you have a large group, just plan for that.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Accommodations!
The house was very clean and tidy, plenty of room and peaceful location. The property manager was responsive on all levels.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Location
Carson
Structure Type
Private vacation home