Cozy up in this spacious log home right on the Skagit River, just minutes to the North Cascades National Park! Pups are welcome and there are plenty of amenities for children to enjoy. This home is ideal for folks who want to bask in nature, whether it's in the national park or right in the backyard! It features an open concept living space, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, huge game room, hot tub, BBQ, firepit, great wifi, & EV charger.
Relax and unwind at the American Alps Lodge, a custom riverfront home that is only 15 minutes from the North Cascades National Park, 26 minutes from Diablo Lake, and 35 minutes from Ross Damn trailhead! It is located on 2.5 private acres with access to a sandy beach along the Skagit River, perfect for fishing, bird watching, or just peace and quiet!
The home has 5 bedrooms. You will have access to the main floor bedroom (queen size bed) and your choice of a 2nd bedroom upstairs (please see description of additional bedrooms by clicking on each photo in Bedroom 2). Each bedroom upstairs has a lock with a unique door code. You will need to message the host with the 2nd bedroom you choose (#2, 3, 4, or 5) to receive the unique lock code. You will also have full access to 2 bathrooms, a huge game room, laundry room, and an open concept livingroom/dining/and kitchen. There is fresh paint, new carpet, and modern furnishings through out.
Outside you will find fruit trees in the front yard, a covered front and back porch, hot tub, gas BBQ, and cozy firepit. There is a slough behind the house and just a short walk through the woods leads you to the river's edge.
The home and property are stocked with everything you need for a truly comfortable stay. Just bring your suitcase and groceries!
You will have access to the entire main floor of the home and areas outside as described above. For the 2nd bedroom choice, just message the host for which bedroom you like (#2, 3, 4, 0r 5), and the host will send you the unique door code for that room. Please click on the pictures to read the description for each room. Once you arrive, if you discover you'd like access to more than 2 rooms, just message the host. There is an additional fee of $75 per room per night plus an additional $75 cleaning fee.
The riverfront and path leading to it are shared with the smaller vacation home across the property. Please use extreme caution with young children. There are many potential hazards inside and out (free-standing wood fireplace, open staircase, sloped yard leading down to the slough, Hwy 20, and potentially wild animals). DO NOT attempt to swim in the Skagit River. The current is way stronger than it looks!
It is not likely we will meet in person as I live an hour away. But I am more than happy to answer any questions and help however you need. It is best to message me through your booking platform. If you have an emergency, please feel free to call me directly. Sending a text is best before calling so I know who you are, thank you!
Marblemount is a quaint town. It has 2 restaurants, a hotel, post office, and 2 gas stations which both carry a wide range of necessities. It is the last town with services before heading over the pass. Concrete and Sedro Woolley are the next closest towns to Marblemount with actual grocery and hardware stores but the nearest Wal-Mart or big box store is in Mt. Vernon or Burlington, about 1 hour and 15 minutes west of Marblemount so it's best to plan your stops before getting all the way to Marblemount. Additionally, the restaurant hours vary depending on the season so please check with them directly if you plan to dine out. They are called Mondo's and The Upriver Taproom and Grill.
Guests should also know that HWY 20 closes seasonally through the pass. It depends on weather but usually closes late October-mid November and reopens between April-May depending on road conditions. Marblemount is only accessible from the west side of the Cascade Mountains during the winter and 4 wheel drive is recommended to access the home if/when there is snow. Feel free to message the host to inquire about snow.
-The Lodge is on a septic. Please only flush TP and no grease down the drains. Due to the septic, if you are a large group, you will want to plan showers/laundry/dishes so that the water usage is spaced out through out the day, not all at once.
-Please remove shoes while inside, especially upstairs on the new carpet.
-Quiet hours are from 10pm-7am out of respect for neighbors.
-Do not leave food trash or pet food outside as it can attract critters.
-Do not set anything on the gaming tables (drinks, snacks, etc).
-Used towels go in the black hamper in the hallway upstairs.
-In general, please treat the home with care and respect.
HOT TUB
-Shower before use.
-Children under 18 require adult supervision and absolutely no un-potty trained children are allowed.
-Make sure hot tub lid is secured with clips after use.
-Additional operating directions will be located at the home.
DOGS
-We supply doo bags, a dog bed, dog food and water bowls, and dog treats!
-If you have a dog, please clean up after them. The doo bags are near the back door and there is a trash can on the back porch.
-Dogs are not allowed on furniture out of respect for guests who do not bring dogs but there is a comfy dog bed in the living room. We do not charge extra for dogs but if there is excessive hair found on furniture, there will be an additional $50 cleaning fee added.
-If your dog has muddy paws, please wipe them with the towel provided at the back door.
-It is highly recommended that your dog be on a leash or be well trained with voice commands as the neighbor has a dog and there is currently no fence.
