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Real log cabin 1 bedroom & loft, full sz. appliances, wood stove, Clawfoot tub

Family-friendly cabin in Ashford with a hot tub

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Property grounds
Interior
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Experience the authentic charm of Nelson Family Basecamp, a hand-hewn log home nestled in a private wooded property near Mt. Rainier National Park. Unwind with modern conveniences like WiFi, smart TV, and laundry facilities or indulge in nostalgic activities with books, games, and hot drinks.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Entire place

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

Real log cabin 1 bedroom & loft, full sz. appliances, wood stove, Clawfoot tub

The address is 118 Pyramid Place. Ashford, Wa. 98304

~~ a guest comment ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ the vibe is the 70’s meets the hobbit ~~
We liked that.

Experience life in a log home like the
“good old days “
But with many modern conveniences~~ indoor plumbing with hot and cold running water and a deep claw foot tub with spraying wand. refrigerator, stove/oven,microwave, electricity, laundry, smart tv, WiFi, Hulu and a large dvd movie library for all ages.
Books, games, cards, coloring books for all ages. Help yourself to hot drinks and snacks.
The home is well maintained and cared for.

We have firewood available for your use, please bring newspaper to add to the supply if you have some laying around.

This authentic log home was crafted and built with hand hewn logs by our father, Lee Nelson 40 yrs ago. He was an accomplished mountaineer and climber all of his life. Memorabilia from his successful 1966 assent on Mt Mckinley ( DENALI) is tastefully displayed.
This cabin has a new queen iron bed with a memory foam topper. The bedroom opens to the main living area but is curtained off for privacy.
The other sleeping area is the large carpeted loft. The loft can be used by adults or older children. Antique skis and snow shoes are used for the safety barrier. Young children need be with a parent to spend time up in the loft. There is a full size platform bed with linens, pillows
And blankets and Two sleeping bags with lounge matts and pillows ,there are extra blankets and pillows.

We have furnished the cabin with a new leather sofa and love seat. These are power recliners for legs and headrests.
The kitchen is updated with newer stainless steel appliances.
Full Serving sets of corelle plates,bowls, silverware, glassware and mugs for 6
large and small cooking pots and pans with lids. A full set of bakeware, lidded dutch oven, cookie sheets, cakes pans are provided.

The bath has a deep luxurious claw foot tub with a hand held shower to rinse off the bubbles if desired. shampoo and body wash are provided.

There are 8 extra large screened slider Windows and skylights that give the log home plenty of light and fresh mountain air.
The wood stove can be used as the main heat source in the winter but
there are alternative heat sources, a baseboard heat source in the bedroom and the bathroom and a window vented a/c plus HEAT unit in the main living area meant for the square footage.

Up in the large loft are 2 screened window a for light and fresh mountain air. the stair case is stored on the wall. A large stake holds it in place until you want to go up to the loft. There is room to stand straight at the peak at top of stairs.

In the back patio area a utility room with full-size washer and dryer that includes detergent for your convenience, it is located in a separate room at the back of the home, you won’t hear automatic machine noises since large logs separate that room from the main living area.
This cabin home is very comfortable and close to the Mt. Rainier park entrance ( about 5 miles) for climbers, hikers, photographers, nature lovers and those wanting to experience beautiful Mt Rainier and the laid back lifestyle away from the city.
Please note:
walkways and grounds outside the cabin are uneven and not recommend for physically challenged individuals without assistance.
This is a large, two lot, wooded property with great privacy.
We wish you lots of stories around the campfire with roasted hot dogs and marshmallows. roasting forks provided.
The hot tub is available for your trip. There is a $50.00 fee to have it heated and treated for your stay.
ONLY clean smelling, flea related, Well behaved, completely potty trained dog is welcomed on a leash. Please contact me if there is a question about your pet.
There is a fee of $35.00 for a pet.
HOA rules apply to leash law and waste pick up.
HOA rules are posted to the refrigerator. Speed limit is 25 MPH or LESS to protect people and critters, Loud noise is kept to the minimum for the mutual enjoyment of all.
Contact me by message if you have any questions.
Thank you for choosing our family log cabin, Darcy

Message me about hot tub and pet service fee if you choose to use it, or have pet in your family 👍🏼

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Hulu
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: allowed in gazebo and campfire.plz no litter.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

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

Rules

Bring your groceries and plan for changing temps. dishes etc are provided in the kitchen.
Please take your opened food out of the refrigerator and freezer. Please take garbage not fitting in the Lemay wheeled container back with you.
There is a $50.00 fee to heat the hot tub. Contact me if you care to use it.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Only potty trained,flea treated, vaccinated,clean

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Age that use ladder and follow wilderness rules

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Allowed in gazebo and campfire.plz no litter.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Property Registration Number 9252897

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Real log Cabin 1 Bedroom Loft

About the area

Map
Ashford, WA

What's nearby

  • Allen Memorial Forest - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Ashford County Park and Amphitheatre - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Mount Rainier Gateway Protected Area - 10 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Mount Rainier National Park - 12 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Longmire Museum - 23 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Copper Creek Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wildberry Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Base Camp Bar And Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Village Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Trailhead Bar And Grill - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Real log cabin 1 bedroom & loft, full sz. appliances, wood stove, Clawfoot tub pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Real log cabin 1 bedroom & loft, full sz. appliances, wood stove, Clawfoot tub?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Real log cabin 1 bedroom & loft, full sz. appliances, wood stove, Clawfoot tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Real log cabin 1 bedroom & loft, full sz. appliances, wood stove, Clawfoot tub located?

This family-friendly Ashford cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Allen Memorial Forest and Mount Rainier Gateway Protected Area. Ashford County Park and Amphitheatre and Mount Rainier National Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Real log cabin 1 bedroom & loft, full sz. appliances, wood stove, Clawfoot tub Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 244 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gabby M.

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

Rustic cabin

This place was the perfect jumping point for a few days in Rainier national park! Great location, close to restaurants, small grocery store, and the national park entrance. My daughter LOVED the loft area and the outdoor swing and it was so cool to see deer roaming about the property every day. House was clean and had everything we needed for our stay! Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great Log Cabin

Great getaway for the family. Kids loved sleeping in the loft and hot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Fantastic retreat cabin

Loved it here!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Great cabin

Great place to stay. Close to mount rainier
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super cozy rustic vibes
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Nice cabin w/ hot tub

Perfect for our family of four. Great location, clean, and comfortable. Hot tub was nice after hiking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie N.

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

Lovely, relaxing reset

A much needed respite after the holidays. This was our second visit to Nelson Base Camp and it did not disappoint. A perfect cabin and location for both adventure and relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

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

Mt Rainier lodging

It was great! Loved the cabin!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janna W.

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

Great getaway! As advertised.

Great cozy little cabin in a great location. I loved the hot tub set up so relaxing. Perfect weekend getaway for my husband, doggo and I.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika H.

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

Location, laundry and the hot tub!

This was a great location for our visit to Mount Rainier. We enjoyed the hot tub both nites and being able to do laundry! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Exactly as described, our whole family loved it. Very cozy and welcoming, it felt like home away from home. And great for the dog as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra P.

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

Perfect get away

Nelson base camp is unique in its layout, lots of history displayed throughout. Host provided comforts for us, including the wood ready for the fire, hot tub with plenty of towels. We rally enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena F.

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

Tranquil getaway

We loved staying at this cozy cabin. It was perfect for my family which includes two teen daughters. The beds were nice and comfy. It is best to stop at a bigger town to get groceries if you plan on cooking since the closest store has limited supplies. The weather ( mid June ) was perfect for hiking or taking a road trip through the forest . I would definitely stay here again .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

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

4th of July trip

Awesome property!! I love this cabin, it’s peaceful with No fireworks in the neighborhood which is so wonderful..Thank You !!!❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haydn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful stay! It was a quiet and peaceful stay. It is a remote-ish area, so there is no cell signal, though the WiFi works well. The shower is a little inaccessible for folks with mobility issues but is definitely functional. Overall, a wonderful stay for my family and I. Everytime we thought, "I wonder if they have this thing," they did! They provided hiking sticks, chairs, etc. I would highly recommend if you're looking for a peaceful, quiet weekend away!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

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

Cozy and connected

Great, restorative time in front of the fire and in the hot tub. Nice big windows keeping the cabin flooded with natural light. It’s a nice little woodland community with such easy access to Rainier. Nature even conspired to keep us off our phones by felling a tree on the power lines outside the cabin. 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

leslie d.

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

I am coming back!

Great wooded setting, pleasant cabin, very well appointed. The surround of windows brought the woods into the cabin. We relaxed into the luxury of the hot tub, the new overstuffed electric recliners, the warm glow of the excellent wood stove, the the big screen with WiFi, and the comfortable beds. The olden day decor gave us a trip into the past. The neighborhood was quiet and dwellings spaced to give privacy. Yes, we will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay. It was a bit nerve racking to not be able to lock the glass door at the front of the house. We had everything we needed. There was dog poop around the driveways and the fire pit was completely covered so couldn’t use. The hot tub was a bit dirty and the lights went off in the gazebo. Overall it was a great getaway
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lars L.

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

Cozy and eclectic

We loved the uniqueness of the cabin and decor in and outside the cabin. Just the right amount of fun. The cabin has lots of natural sunlight, and the beds are comfy. There weren’t any matches or lighters that we could find to light the fireplace, but we lucked out as the weather was beautiful! There can also be lingering smoke in the neighborhood from everyone burning wood stoves. It is a great location to visit the park as paradise is only ~30 mins away.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Hannah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in

Not bad

Cute cozy cabin with a great location close to Mt Rainier. Lot of good lighting during the day with nice windows. Check in was a little difficult because they did not let us know the front glass door was broken so cannot go in through there. AC was not working and the shower drain is very clogged. Also a lot of bugs but probably can’t do much about this in the woods.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Summer L.

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

A wonderful wooded getaway.

This cabin was cozy and comfortable, a perfect blend of rustic style and modern convenience in a beautiful wooded setting just a few minutes' drive from Mt. Rainier National Park. Check in was super easy, and check out was simple, too. There is one double bed downstairs. The second one is in the loft accessed by a ladder, which should be a consideration for parties with limited mobility, but the loft is cozy and comfortable and I enjoyed claiming it as my space for our visit. :) Plenty of extra blankets are provided for cool evenings. The kitchen is stocked with all kinds of pots and pans fir meal prep. Lots of windows and skylights provide plenty of light and are screened if you want to enjoy fresh air. It's a very comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! We enjoyed the thoughtful touches: coffee, comfy beds, helpful tips for the area. Loved our time here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew D.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
The challenge we experienced was the overwhelming smell of cat urine from the living room. Also, the trash bins were full when we arrived and remained full.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

phillip t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to relax family enjoyed every minute of our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Becky G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Close to the park. Rustic. Nice family time.

Once I changed my mindset to more of a campy feel, it was really great! Bathroom is older, and the place didn’t feel as clean as I like it, but it was really nice to sit outside by the campfire with the family. It’s close to the base of Mount Rainier and the neighborhood is nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025