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Gateway to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Carson, WA
  • Trout Creek Trailhead
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Bridge of the Gods
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Skamania Lodge Golf Course
    ‪36 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).
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What's nearby

  • Trout Creek Trailhead - 7 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center Museum - 31 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • Bridge of the Gods - 35 min drive - 19.6 miles
  • Skamania Lodge Golf Course - 36 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • Multnomah Falls - 53 min drive - 33.4 miles

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

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

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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

  • Smoke-free property

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

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.

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. 45 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 63 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamie A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding Reception Getaway

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

8/10 Good

Stephen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene

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

10/10 Excellent

Corina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Rfhpdx

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet & Clean

This house was very clean & quiet during my stay. I stayed here 3 nights for Thanksgiving. House was well equipped and everything was in good working order; Washer/dryer, stove, fridge, dishwasher, furnace. The beds were comfortable. There are several hikes and walking trails close by, saw several deer and elk. There are a few things I want to point out; There is no entertainment i.e. TV, radio, we brought our sound bar and used our phone for music. I wish they had radio/music-TV, Cleaning supplies would had been nice for us to use (broom/dust pan/vacuum) for spilled sugar. The outside overhead lightbulb between the garage and laundryroom door needs to be replaced. We baked for Thanksgiving, measuring spoons/cups would had been nice. There are NO window coverings in the entire house, which is fine in the daytime. However, at night it felt like a fishbowl. They really need to put up some window coverings. We enjoyed our stay, and would recommend and go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan B., Portland, OR

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Chuck F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Skamania Gateway property

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

10/10 Excellent

Warren B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Padraig D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent accommodation. Clean and comfortable

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

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property is owned by Skamania County that works M-thurs. They never sent the key code for the house I paid for to enter on my birthday Friday 10/04. It took me 2 hours of asking for help from the towns people of Stevenson, WA the county seat. Finally VRBO called their emergency phone number & I received a call from a manger that apologized & gave me the code. I will be writing the county & the local newspaper to submit my complaints. Brittany needs to be reprimanded!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bridge of the Gods 1/2 Marathon trip!

I brought my son and a few of his high school XC friends to run the Bridge of the God's half marathon. This house was absolutely perfect! They had plenty of space in the yard to play frisbee and they went on multiple walks and runs. The house was very clean and beds were very comfortable! We would love to come back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn R.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely and Peaceful

This place was very clean and everything was in good working order. We stayed during the heat wave in July and the air conditioning was heavenly (We only used the downstairs bedrooms. The upstairs might have been warmer). It is quiet, and we loved the big living room windows showing the pastoral scene across the street. There was a herd of cows grazing peacefully morning and evening. As others have mentioned, the kitchen supplies were basic and there are no curtains for the windows. But this no-frills couple was very happy. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

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