Trailside Retreat - 2 BR Cabin at Wilson Ranch

Summary:

A two-bedroom cabin tucked into the trees at Mazama's Wilson Ranch, with the Sandy Butte ski trail running along the edge of the property. Sleeps 6 across two king bedrooms and a queen pull-out sofa in the living room. Pine interior with a gas stove and forest views from every window. Step outside the door to ski, bike, or hike straight onto the trail network. Covered rear porch with a propane grill and Adirondack chairs. Dogs welcome.



The Space:

Trailside Retreat sits at the edge of the forest on the Wilson Ranch property, with the Sandy Butte trail passing directly past the cabin in winter for door ski-in ski-out access to the Upper Methow Nordic trail system. In summer the same trails serve mountain biking and hiking. The Methow Community Trail also runs through Wilson Ranch, connecting to the Jacks and River Run trails and the Mazama trailhead hub.



The wood-paneled living room has a fold-out couch (makes up into a queen bed), an easy chair, a dining table for six, a wide-screen TV, wood floors, and a gas stove. Both bedrooms are carpeted, each with a king bed and corner windows looking out into the forest. The galley kitchen has been upgraded with a new large built-in refrigerator-freezer, alongside an electric range with oven, dishwasher, microwave, and pod coffee maker with kettle and toaster. The cabin has a compact bathroom with shower. A small mudroom by the entry has hooks and bench seating for boots and gear.



Outside, a rear porch holds a propane grill and a pair of red Adirondack chairs, with a picnic table among the trees nearby. The cabin makes a comfortable Mazama basecamp for up to six guests.



The Neighborhood:

MAZAMA

Wilson Ranch is located 2 miles (10 minute bike ride) from the Mazama Store and the Methow Trails trailhead (for great hiking, mountain biking and cross-country ski trail options). In addition to the store with its great bakery and grocery, 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 hire and lessons and the Mazama Public House. Please be aware that the Sandy Butte Bistro at the nearby 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 Wilson Ranch cabins are 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 20 minutes' drive to the Cutthroat Lake trailhead, 25 minutes to Washington Pass and 30 minutes to Maple Pass trailhead. Great for beating the crowds and snagging a trailhead parking spot at peak seasons.



Getting Around:

Getting Here: May to November, from Seattle and the westside, you can drive over State Route 20 and Washington Pass (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). Combine these routes and you have 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.



Other Things to Note:

WIFI: Trailside Retreat has high speed starlink wifi



Trailside Retreat is a privately owned cabin located on the Wilson Ranch property. 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).



This cabin can sleep 6 guests. The sleeping arrangements are a king bed in each bedroom, and a queen sized fold-out couch in the living room. 4 guests are included in the base rate, additional guests up to maximum of 6 are charged at $25 per person per night.



Heating is provided by wall heaters and the gas stove. There are new window mounted air-conditioners provided in the living room and bedrooms during the summer.



Pets welcome: up to 2 well behaved dogs are allowed, pet fees are are $50 per pet per stay.



North Cascade Heli-Skiing operates from the Freestone property, so guests should expect helicopter takeoffs and landings during ski season.



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.