Summary:
Jack and Elsie's is the original historic cabin at Wilson Ranch in Mazama. Built in 1948, this one-bedroom cabin sits beside Early Winters Creek, offering tranquility and a touch of local history. It features a king bedroom, a classic stone-built gas fireplace in the living room, and a well-equipped galley kitchen. Just steps from the Methow Trails year-round system, this cabin provides an authentic Mazama experience surrounded by mountain scenery.
The Space:
Jack and Elsie's Creekside Hideaway is a wood-paneled, one-bedroom cabin nestled within the Wilson Ranch property. Originally built by Jack Wilson in 1948, it retains its classic charm with warm natural finishes and a sense of history.
The living room, anchored by a stone-built gas fireplace, offers a relaxed place to unwind after a day on the trails, with views of the surrounding pines. The cozy bedroom features a king-sized bed. The galley kitchen includes an electric stove with oven, under-counter refrigerator, microwave, sink, coffee maker, kitchen utensils, cookware, and a dishwasher
A door off the living area opens onto a small deck overlooking Early Winters Creek, equipped with a propane BBQ grill and a pair of Adirondack chairs. A picnic table sits nearby for outdoor dining beside the water.
The cabin is yards from trails connecting to the extensive Methow Trails system for world-class Nordic skiing, mountain biking, trail running, and hiking. North Cascade Heli Skiing is also based on the Wilson Ranch property, making this cabin a convenient choice for heli-skiers as well as nordic skiers (expect to see and hear helicopters during ski season).
The Neighborhood:
MAZAMA
Wilson Ranch is located 2 miles (10 minute bike ride) from the Mazama Store and the Methow Trails trailhead (for access to hiking, mountain biking, cross-country ski and snow-shoe trails). In addition to the store with its renowned bakery and groceries, Mazama is home to the Goat’s Beard outdoor store (with mountain bike and fat bike rentals), the Mazama Ski School for cross country ski lessons and rentals, and the popular Mazama Public House for local brews, food and music. Please be aware that the Sandy Butte Bistro at the Freestone Inn is not currently operating, and Jack's Hut may or may not be open on a very limited basis.
NORTH CASCADES NATIONAL PARK
The cabin also conveniently situated for easy access to the North Cascades and the trailheads to many of the Park's world-class hiking trails. It’s under a 20-minute drive to the Cutthroat Lake trailhead, 25 minutes to Washington Pass and 30 minutes to Maple Pass trailhead. It’s an ideal location for beating the crowds and snagging a trailhead parking spot during peak seasons.
WINTHROP The cabin is also just 14 miles down the road from the old west town of Winthrop, with it’s popular shopping and art galleries, the Shafer Museum (lots of local history), bakeries and dining establishments. The Winthrop Rink boasts one of North America’s only NHL-sized outdoor rinks, hosting ice-related activities for the entire family in winter, and active sport and pickleball courts in the summer months. Winthrop’s annual calendar of events includes the Rhythm and Blues Festival, Vintage Car Rally, Memorial and Labor Day Rodeos, and Christmas At The End Of The Road (check the town’s website for details).
Getting Around:
Getting Here: May to November, from Seattle and the westside, you can drive over State Route 20 and Washington Pass, also known as the scenic “American Alps” (check WSDOT for closures). Alternate and winter routes from Seattle are via I90, Snoqualmie Pass and Blewett Pass, or via highway 2 over Stevens Pass (check WSDOT for driving conditions). Combined, these routes make up the scenic Cascade Loop. The nearest major airports are Spokane International Airport at 180 miles (year round) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (190 miles in summer / 260 miles in winter). Regional flights are also available at Pangborn Memorial Airport in Wenatchee, located 102 miles away.
Getting Around: Nearest winter trail is the Methow Community Trail. The Mazama Store is 2 miles / 10 minute bike ride. Winthrop is 14 miles / 18 minutes drive. Okanogan County Transit Authority’s Trango service provides Mon – Sat transportation to/from Twisp to Mazama from roughly 7AM to 7PM.
Other Things to Note:
Jack and Elsie’s Creekside Hideaway is a privately owned cabin located on the Wilson Ranch property in Mazama.
WIFI: currently there is no wifi, but installation is planned for December 2025. If internet is critical to your stay please check with us for the current status.
AC - air conditioning is provided by window AC units in the summer months. There is no mini-split or central AC.
Guests have access to the seasonal pool and hot tub at The Freestone Inn; guests do not currently have access the The Freestone Inn main lodge unless dining (if open).
The cabin sleeps up to four, with the king bed, and a pull out queen sofa in the living room.
Heating is provided by wall heaters and the gas fireplace. There is a window mounted air-conditioner provided during the summer.
PETS
Pets allowed with prior approval only, during summer months, and limited to one dog per stay, for a fee of $50 per pet, per stay. Please contact us to request a pet stay.
For winter stays, a local snow plowing service takes care of the Wilson Ranch roads. Please be patient after snow storms as they have many properties to clear. You will need to shovel the entryway area.
PRICING: Please note that the nightly rate varies with seasons and weekdays, please enter your proposed dates for an accurate quote.
