North Cascades Getaway – Off-Grid Riverside Cabin with Wood-Fired Hot Tub
10/10 Excellent
"We really enjoyed our stay at Somnia Vera! Really great location, directly on the Cascade River. Awesome wood-fired hot tub, and the cottage is a treat! Very close to some of the best hiking in Cascades, but plenty far away from civilization!"
"Let's start with the good:
The property is very close to North Cascades park. It was very quiet and far enough back from the road to not be disturbed by cars. The large meadow from the Theme Cabins was beautiful. Firepits with ample seating & the property supplied wood for evening fires. The scenery was magnificent with lush trees & great views of the mountains. Right across from the Skagit River which you can walk to for some nice river views. The staff were helpful but slightly overwhelmed.
Here is the other side of the coin:
The site states that the cabin is fully stocked but was very limited. We had to go ask for several items: dish soap, coffee, paper towels. The owners have made efforts to assuage the mice problem as evidenced by the traps all over the property. But, you are in nature and mice are an inevitable issue. Put your food in the fridge or plan on putting it up on top of the cupboards or mice proof containers. We had our bread & apples eaten though by mice in the night before we realized. We also had mice droppings in all the cookware so be prepared to clean thoroughly even if you think the dishes are clean. Also, buy food in one of the small towns (Darrington) before arriving as some of the restaurants will be closed & there is limited grocery available in town. What they do have is very expensive!!"
Snowshoe in the Northern Cascades ( shoes provided), stay in a luxe Scandi cabin
6/10 Okay
"This was a cute cabin and owners have done a great job at decorating and suppling it. We enjoyed the fireplace, outdoor shower and tub. The bed was very comfortable. The stairs to the bed are very steep and small steps, so if you have issues with steps be cautious. The surrounding neighborhood is not as clean as this place, but luckily the forest encloses the view for you! "
"We love the sound of the Sauk River rushing by. It is otherwise quiet here. A friendly husky came by to say hi to us a couple times when we were sitting outside. It was a restful stay.The cabin itself is comfortable, well supplied and clean. This is the second time we've come here. I'm sure we will return again."
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Arrowhead Lake during your travels in Marblemount. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
What's the area like around Downey Creek Trailhead?
Downey Creek Trailhead is located in Darrington. Darrington is home to 9 hotels and other accommodation options, so you can find something with the amenities you're looking for.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Downey Creek Trailhead?
Glacier Peak Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this cabin offers free parking and free WiFi. You'll find it 20.8 mi (33.5 km) from Downey Creek Trailhead. Another good choice is North Cascades Inn, located 20.8 mi (33.5 km) away.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Downey Creek Trailhead, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Downey Creek Trailhead.