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Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest

Carson vacation home with kitchen

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Living area
Interior
4 bedrooms, travel crib, bed sheets
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Carson, WA
  • Place, Whistle Punk Trailhead
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bonneville Lock and Dam
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Multnomah Falls
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Carson

In Carson .Stay at this Carson vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Gifford Pinchot National Forest and 2 miles (3 km) of Whistle Punk Trailhead. Trout Creek Trailhead and Wind River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Whistle Punk Trailhead - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Bridge of the Gods - 32 min drive - 20.3 miles
  • Bonneville Lock and Dam - 38 min drive - 24.9 miles
  • Multnomah Falls - 49 min drive - 35.3 miles
  • Hood River - 50 min drive - 36.4 miles

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chefs Petrone - ‬29 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

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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

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

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)

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

Rules

Please no pets on the furniture (Couches, beds, chairs, etc.)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest Carson

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest to the airport?

This vacation home is 55.8 mi (73-min drive) away from the Portland International Airport (PDX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest to the beach?

This vacation home is 12.2 mi (22-min drive) from Home Valley Beach.

Does Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest to downtown Carson?

This vacation home is 7.4 mi away from Carson.

Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 76 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheri A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The House was beautiful and well furnished and stocked!! Amazing setting. What a find!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The cabin had everything we needed. The setting was beautiful and calming.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the second time our family has stayed here. We love it and hope to come again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie A.

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

Wedding Reception Getaway

Peaceful and quiet house with plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Padraig D.

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

Excellent accommodation. Clean and comfortable

Delighted with value for money Absolutely ideal
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

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

Serene

We had a beautiful, relaxing stay at this property. Loved everything about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Chuck F.

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

Skamania Gateway property

Nice place, slept well, quiet, great walking, short drive to Carson and Stevenson
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Corina M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
The house was not clean for our arrival. The property manager did not reply to my message.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

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

Spacious, responsive, lovely

Great spot near lots of outdoor activities!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corina M.

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

Love this place!

Great location. Clean with room fire everyone. I didn’t have an issue with communication. We plan to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathryn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great place to stay to explore the area

We enjoyed the natural setting and quiet area and it was a great jumping off point for exploring the Carson and greater Columbia Gorge area. Wish we had even more time to stay and explore! We rented the two houses in the area and this worked very well for our small group - everyone was very comfortable and we were all able to gather in the larger house for meals. The houses are restored very nicely!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jarred F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great secluded location with pretty view

Lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen H.

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

Salmon fishing trip on the wind river

An old structure built using materials used decades ago. Reminded me of my youth Remodels completed in the kitchen and bathroom were nice. The beds were comfortable and we all slept well. Thought the price was very reasonable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren B.

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

Cozy retreat close to trails

My coworkers and I stayed at this very comfortable home for 2 nights. We had plenty of space both to ourselves and to mingle with each other. The home is close to trails and a great launching point for exploring Gifford Pinchot.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jan m.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Guys Golf trip

Quiet peaceful house in the woods. Would recommend chairs for the fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura P.

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

Research base

Great home base for working in the forest!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody C.

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

Great little getaway.

Awesome location. Quiet. Beautiful view. Only recommendation: window coverings/ treatments.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kat C.

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

Relaxing

Peaceful setting. Very clean, plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott E.

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

Quiet

Nice, clean very private.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is wonderful! My husband and I got married on Drano lake and this cabin was a perfect place to stay with our friends. There is plenty of parking, clean, quiet, and overall a really cool location. It was easy to rent and get instructions. Everyone who stayed loved it. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott E.

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

House

Nice view
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023