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A cabin with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a deck.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, fireplace, and a door leading to another room.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and green cabinetry.
A modern kitchen with a central island, dining area with chairs, and a sofa.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

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Ashford, WA
  • Place, Mount Rainier Gateway Protected Area
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ashford County Park and Amphitheatre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Rainier National Park
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About this property

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

NEW hot tub at this escape for 8!

🏡 ASK ABOUT OUR SPECIAL Book 2 nights, 3rd night FREE! (Sun–Fri stays through April 30th! excludes holidays & Fri/Sat check-in; free night is the least expensive night free)

Nestled in the heart of Ashford, WA, and just minutes from MRNP, Explorer’s Retreat offers the perfect blend of adventure, comfort, and elegance. With its rustic craftsman-style architecture and thoughtfully designed interiors, our retreat is ideal for those seeking both relaxation & exploration.

✨ Welcome to Explorer's Retreat!

Be among the very first to stay at this brand-new listing, just minutes from the beauty of Mount Rainier. Newly renovated and thoughtfully designed for comfort, this charming cabin is the perfect home base for your adventure.

🏡 Inside, you’ll enjoy 1,353 sq. ft. of cozy living space with modern updates, rustic touches, and all the amenities you need, including FREE Wi-Fi.

🛏️ With 3 spacious bedrooms --Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds
Livingroom: 1 full/queen futon.
Explorers Retreat comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests.

🍃 Step outside to your private 1/3-acre, fully fenced yard, complete with a relaxing hot tub, barbecue grill, fire-pit and plenty of room to unwind after a day of exploring.

🏔️ Best of all, you’re just 5 miles from the Nisqually Entrance (Paradise side) of Mount Rainier National Park, making it easy to maximize your time in the mountains.

🤗 Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a friends’ retreat, or simply seeking a peaceful escape, Explorers Retreat is ready to welcome you.

🔑Guests will receive their keyless entry code and check-in instructions for the cabin via Airbnb messages & text the day prior to their check-in.

🏡 Our hosting team is made up of Ashley and Melissa of The Happy Hotelier. We work as a team to ensure our guests have a seamless customer experience while staying with us. Please reach out using the platform unless it is urgent, then please feel free to call Ashley directly.

Welcome to our charming mountain town neighborhood Echo Valley, where the pace is relaxed, and nature is your closest neighbor. Picture-perfect scenery, including roaming mule deer families, sets the stage for your getaway. Enjoy the winding roads and easy access to outdoor adventures. Your short-term escape awaits in this serene mountain retreat!

There are four parking spots in the driveway and getting around in the area is dependent on having a car unless you are feeling adventurous and bring your own bicycles. The Nisqually/Paradise entrance to Mt. Ranier National park is only 5 mi from the home for easy access. The neighborhood is great for folks who would like to get in a quick morning run on the quiet country roads before heading up the mountain.

✅We offer same-day bookings!
✅We are happy to accommodate early check-ins and late check-outs if we have the capacity, so please just reach out for details!
🐾We love animals, but our vacation rentals are not able to accommodate pets.

🦌The local deer population frequently walk through the front and back yards of the home. While enjoying the magic of their presence, we ask that you please maintain a respectful distance from them and thank you for your cooperation in keeping the wildlife safe and wild.

🔌 Due to our rural location, we are not able to offer discounts or refunds due to power & WiFi outages. While outages are not uncommon, they are usually brief. We offer propane cooktop range, propane fireplace and batter-operated lanterns.

❄️Weather & Cancellation Policy
We do not offer refunds or reservation changes due to inclement weather or personal travel delays. The only exception is if a mandatory evacuation order is issued by the National Weather Service, the City of Ashford, or Pierce or Lewis County emergency services. If no mandatory evacuation is in place, all reservations remain non-refundable, even if guests choose to leave early or are unable to complete their stay.
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be within walking distance of Mount Rainier Gateway Protected Area. Features include laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 2 bathrooms in the cabin.
  • The cabin offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Ashford County Park and Amphitheatre and a few minutes from Mount Rainier Gateway Protected Area
This cabin offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Ashford cabin is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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NEW hot tub at this escape for 8! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Derrick Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place. Everything was very clean and comfortable. Close to both Mt Rainier and the town of Ashford. We had 6 in our group and never felt crowded or cramped. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was fantastic. It was better than the pictures described. Beds were very comfortable; everything was clean and tidy. Only drawback was we couldn't get the fireplace to come on, and the coffee maker could have been cleaned better. Lots of Peace and Quiet. Overall, the house met all our needs and then some! I will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Tiffany B.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026