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SOLITUDE! 10 acres on Elwha River- Olympic Park Mountains & River Views

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Enjoy the view and fire pit year round
Hot tub with stunning view of the Elwha River
2700 sq.ft. house with beautiful outdoor areas to explore

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 72673 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Port Angeles, WA
  • Lake Sutherland
    7 min drive
  • Olympic National Park Visitor Center
    15 min drive
  • Elwa River Casino
    18 min drive
  • Port Angeles, WA (CLM-William R. Fairchild Intl.)
    12 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Port Angeles

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Olympic Peninsula and Olympic National Forest. Madison Creek Falls and Lake Sutherland are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Olympic National Park - 11 min drive
  • Port of Port Angeles - 14 min drive
  • Lake Crescent - 14 min drive
  • Port Angeles Ferry Terminal - 15 min drive
  • Olympic National Park Visitor Center - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Port Angeles Bus Station - 15 min drive
  • Port Angeles, WA (CLM-William R. Fairchild Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fairmount Italian Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Elwha River Casino - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Cottage - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Granny's Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Harbinger Winery - ‬9 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.

SOLITUDE! 10 acres on Elwha River- Olympic Park Mountains & River Views

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and fishing guide information.

Recent review - 7/15/2019. Beautiful view, comfortable house
We had a fabulous time staying at this house. Great location with easy access to lots of hiking (Lake Crescent, Sol Duc, Hurricane Ridge). Owners were great. My dad and my son went fishing with Rick and had a great time. The house was super comfortable for the 7 of us. The kitchen was well stocked and the view was amazing. We hope to make it back someday and would highly recommend this house!

House and Property Description:
River House, a 2672 sf home on a high bank above the Elwha River, features views of the River and the distant snow-topped mountains that are a photographer's delight, an ever-changing vista of light and shadow.

The spacious great room/dining area/kitchen is lit by a three-story prow window and invites day's end relaxation with television, wood stove and comfortable leather seating. The dining area features seating for six around a large teak table. The modern kitchen is well-equipped for meal preparation.

The "Sockeye Suite" a light-filled room with an en-suite bath, king size bed, television and walk-in closet, encompasses the second floor, assuring the greatest privacy. A balcony off the bedroom is a fine place to take your morning coffee. The adjacent "Steelhead Room," a cozy spot with a comfortable twin bed, shares a bath with the Sockeye Suite.

On the main floor, a third bedroom features a king- size bed, television, a walk-in closet and an adjacent designated bath. "Waterfowl Room" takes its theme and colors from exquisitely detailed duck prints and decoys. This room features double sliding doors allowing easy outdoor viewing of the River and mountains.

The fourth bedroom is the striking "Upland Game Birds" room featuring images of pheasants and grouse,walk in closet, unique color scheme and furniture, a queen size bed, and a designated bathroom.

A path down to the River allows a close-up view of the changes in the water flow since the the Glines and Elwha dams were removed in2014.

We are blessed with occasional and unpredictable visits from deer and the Herrick Road elk herd, as well as cougar and bear spottings.

Across the River is the Olympic Hot Springs Road entrance to the Olympic National Park. This entry leads to a recently built overlook to the former site of the Glines Dam. (At present, access to the Park via this entrance is limited due to winter storm damage.)

Lake Crescent is about 15 minutes west on Highway 101. The Lodge has a covered porch and outdoor seating fine for sipping your tea, coffee, wine etc and viewing a stunning 624 ft deep lake, recently voted the best in Washington. There are easy flat walking paths on the grounds as well. A mile-long trail leads to the 90 foot Marymere Waterfall.

Olympic Raft and Kayaking is literally "right down the road". Harbinger Winery's Tasting Room is about 6 miles east on 101, on the right side. Right next door is Adventures in Kayaking.

Additional activities on the Olympic Peninsula:
http://www.clallam.org/outdoor-adventure-1.html & the
"Nearby Sight" attachment on your welcome email.s

Fishing & Guiding:
Salmon abound in the rivers and ocean in this area with trout and halibut coming in second place.

The Elwha River salmon are recovering their former number since the Elwha and Glines Dams were removed four years ago. As of October, 2018, 5,300 chinook are expected to return this fall to spawn, 15,000 rainbow trout were counted in September and bull trout and summer steelhead numbers are multiplying apace. The Elwha will open to sport fishing in July, 2021 at the earliest. River House has generous frontage on the River that is available to our guests for fishing when it reopens. Rick knows the River like the back of his hand and will be available for scheduled lessons for those new to salmon and trout fishing.

Silver salmon and king salmon are running in the rivers from September (provided there is good rainfall during the month) to February. Steelhead are available from November to the end of March. Salt water salmon fishing season runs from July 1st to August 15th.

Rick guides river drift- boat fishing and can arrange for charter ocean fishing. He also provides guide services for the genetically distinct Beardslee trout found only in nearby Lake Crescent, a most beautiful place. The Beardslee trout season starts June 1st and ends October 31st. They are catch and release only and no license is needed as Lake Crescent is part of the Olympic National Park.
Scenic drift boat trips on the west end rivers are available. A minimum of two and maximum of three persons are necessary to book a drift boat fishing trip and a minimum of a two night stay at River House is also needed. Scenic drift boat trips can accommodate 1 adult and 2 children, ages 8 and up or 2-3 adults. A minimum of two persons is needed for fishing Lake Crescent.
Text Rick for further information at 360 477-1715.

Pet Policy and Fee
We welcome a maximum of two dogs per stay. The dogs must be a year old or older, be neutered or spayed, and treated with flea and tick control such as Frontline or Advantage 3 days prior to arrival. Please groom (brush) your dog shortly before your arrival. A dog bed might be helpul to make your dog feel at home and a crate is strongly recommended if you plan to leave your dog in the house when you go sightseeing or dining out. Please remember that the River House area is heavily wooded and near the Olympic National Park. If your dog gets loose, it may be a difficult, perhaps impossible, task to find him. In addition, coyotes, and cougars are commonplace and the occasional bear has been known to visit. The Herrick Road elk herd visits the field at random. Large antlered buck guard the herd and might react to an excited dog. Please take this seriously and save yourself (and us) some heartache by keeping your pet on a leash and using a collar with contact information on it.

We welcome your pet but can continue to do this only if care of the pet and the house and grounds is attended to.

The pet fee is $100 per stay for one dog and $150 a stay for two dogs.

Property manager

Rick Lustig

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,673 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
  • 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
  • Note from host: pet fee of $100 - paid in advance

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Let us know if you have children under 10 yrs old.

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
Note from host: Pre-approval required
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
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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. Note from host: Pre-approval required For guests' safety, the property includes a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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

Magnificent Olympic Park Mountain Elwha River Views 2672sf Home

Frequently asked questions

How close is SOLITUDE! 10 acres on Elwha River- Olympic Park Mountains & River Views to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.1 mi (12-min drive) away from the Port Angeles, WA (CLM-William R. Fairchild Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at SOLITUDE! 10 acres on Elwha River- Olympic Park Mountains & River Views ?

As of Nov 9, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SOLITUDE! 10 acres on Elwha River- Olympic Park Mountains & River Views on Nov 19, 2024 start from $400.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does SOLITUDE! 10 acres on Elwha River- Olympic Park Mountains & River Views have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is SOLITUDE! 10 acres on Elwha River- Olympic Park Mountains & River Views to the beach?

This vacation home is 15.9 mi (34-min drive) from Crescent Beach.

Does SOLITUDE! 10 acres on Elwha River- Olympic Park Mountains & River Views offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at SOLITUDE! 10 acres on Elwha River- Olympic Park Mountains & River Views ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Elwa River Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at SOLITUDE! 10 acres on Elwha River- Olympic Park Mountains & River Views ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at SOLITUDE! 10 acres on Elwha River- Olympic Park Mountains & River Views ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does SOLITUDE! 10 acres on Elwha River- Olympic Park Mountains & River Views have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does SOLITUDE! 10 acres on Elwha River- Olympic Park Mountains & River Views have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is SOLITUDE! 10 acres on Elwha River- Olympic Park Mountains & River Views to downtown Port Angeles?

This vacation home is 8 mi away from Port Angeles.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 152 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 152 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Views!
This River House was AMAZING!!! Gorgeous views! Great host! Close to all the sites!! We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

janis p., berkeley

Liked: Cleanliness
Solitude in a great setting
This place was magical. River below Mountain Views enough space for all of us, close to what we like to do which is hiking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marina T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
We enjoed staying in this spacious and welcoming house with a gorgeous view of the mountains and the river.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

C S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding Olympic vacation
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Elwha river
This was an amazing house! All the amenities and so well stocked. The host responded immediately when we had a question regarding the hot tub. Plenty of privacy and yet close to hiking and Lake Crescent. I would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seongyun, Victoria

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

miegen w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Just what we were hoping for. Enough space to spread out or be all together. We got a little lost on the way back up from the river, but needed the extra steps! Wish there were window coverings on small bdrm upstairs. Other than that, just perfect! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G., North Palm Beach, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Cat’s Mt. Rainier summit trip
This was absolutely an awesome place with views to die for. We cut out some of our sightseeing so we could hang out at the house. It was a very comfortable house with well stocked kitchen with lots of spices and condiments. We cooked on the grill and used the hot tub. The artwork was very interesting. None of us wanted to leave. Rick was easy to contact. Checking in and out was simple. Overall this was a perfect place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Patio
The house was so nice with huge windows overlooking an incredible view. Even better - the patio and firepit overlooked the same view. We had a great weekend staying at this property!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather S., Olympia, Washington

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful secluded Northwest oasis.
This home blew our minds. The location is stunning. It is right on the precipice of the hill overlooking the river. Winds blew in from the valley, we could see in the mountains. The sun shown. We really enjoyed our time here. The kitchen is very well stocked with all the pots and pans you need, glasses, etc. Unfortunately, the dishwasher did not work while we were here. Also the hot tub, we enjoyed it in the dark, but then took a look at it the next morning and realized it was dirty and low on water. Overall a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular location
Well cared for and equipped home in an incredible setting. Thoughtful amenities like binoculars to view wildlife helped us admire visitors like the red tail hawk that perched in front of our windows one afternoon. Seeing a large heard of Roosevelt elk nearby was a highlight of the trip. Walking the property we heard the thrumming of grouse. The location right outside of the National park is ideal and the mountain/river view can’t be beat. This is a large enough home to host two families with good size kitchen and dining area. The shuffleboard is a hoot. I was here with a group of friends but plan to return with my family. Thank you so much for the fantastic stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonny B.

Liked: Cleanliness
River House Review.
Magical Wilderness area. Wonderful air and sounds. Tons of birds from eagles to geese to owls and gulls. A bit hard to find the river path. Home was inviting and warm. Kitchen loaded with everything you need to cook. Great beds and bathrooms. The hot tub only ever got to 97° which was a little disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view house
Rick was very responsive. There are some appliances that need fixing—dishwasher, dryer, lamp in one of the bedrooms. Despite that, very much enjoyed our stay. Can’t really imagine a better view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
River House was great!
Family vacation and birthday celebrations went wonderfully at this house. Great place to stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous location with stunning views
This property has a wonderful view of the mountains and river valley and was inspirational. The home is open and inviting, clean and comfortable and designed with the environment in mind. We appreciate having been able to spend time with visiting friends in such a lovely location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary D., Philadelphia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
This place is unbelievable! I would retire here in a second. Amazing you of Mount Olympus with beautiful trout stream below. Perfect stay for hiking Hurricane Ridge. Nicest place I've ever rented!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M., Atco, New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness
A piece of heaven
The house was perfect and view was priceless. I wish we had more time to just stay and relax more. Rick was awesome! Hopefully, some day we will get back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
Our family of 6 included parents, 2 adult children and spouses and one 15 month old. We are veteran rental home travelers and this one was one of the few that looked exactly like the photos and met the description. The huge windows overlooked the river below as did the hot tub and very large outdoor patio and fire pit. We loved the location — close enough to town but even closer to all the hiking we wanted. We loved staying here. The only problem was that the well is shared among several homes and we ran out of water several times until the well refilled. However, timing of showers and laundry was an easy workaround. The owner said a new tank was being delivered next week. We’d definitely stay here again. The owner was incredibly responsive and friendly.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Phenomenal Paradise on Elwha River
Rick was a wonderful host & his Cabin on the Elwha River was truly a glimpse of paradise! The River House was a perfect place for my group of 7 - including spouse, or young adult sons & a few of their favorite people. The cabin exceeded our great expectations when we saw the beautiful new huge patio that surrounds the fire pit, hot tub, 2 great tables & chaise lounge. Many photos on website show grass outside rather then this gorgeous high end multi-textural patio. Everything we could think of was in the kitchen & the nice grill had a full tank of propane. One night, we talked to Rick about making the local Dungeness crab for our own crab dinner & he immediately offered to prep it for us. He was awesome! It was delicious! His lil doggy Small was our official mascot during our trip! He is a darling mini dachshund with the best personality! He made us all smile! I would definitely recommend Rick & his beautiful River House to my friends & family that visit Olympic National park! I hope to be back again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Our stay was fantastic, and the only thing we would change is to stay for longer. Mr. Lustig takes great care to maintain an accommodating and impressive property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view!
This was an incredible home with a spectacular view of the river and snow capped mountains. The house is spacious and had four bedrooms. We especially enjoyed the fire pit while enjoying the view at the end of our long days exploring the area. We even saw several elk and deer crossing the river. I would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place
This is a very special spot. For us, it was the perfect base for excursions. And the best part was that the view and patio area were so beautiful that when we just wanted to hang around the house it was still like taking a nature excursion! Loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jane s.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a view
The setting was fabulous, easy access to Olympic National Park and very comfortable home. Rick, our host, was very helpful and easy to communicate with. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wanted to Stay Longer!
Such a beautiful place! The house was clean, open, well spaced out and even better than the photos. There were plenty of supplies (tp, dishwasher cubes, paper towels, etc). We loved relaxing in the hot tub, eating outside, grilling and listening to the river. In the evening we took a ride up Herrick Rd and saw lots of deer. The big windows let you admire nature as soon as you were up for the day. We made good use of the cooler and yoga mat. Thanks for those extras! We wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023