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Welcome to the Elk House! 4 Private Acres/Close to Hiking and Lake Quinault!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

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Quinault, WA
  • Olympic Peninsula
    1 min walk
  • Olympic National Forest
    1 min walk
  • Big Spruce Trailhead
    17 min walk

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About the area

Quinault

Seaside stay .Within a 5-minute walk of this Quinault vacation home, you'll find Olympic Peninsula and Olympic National Forest. Big Spruce Trailhead and Wrights Canyon Trailhead are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Quinault - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lake Quinault Museum - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Falls Creek - South Shore Trailhead - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Quinault Rain Forest Nature Trail - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Quinault Rain Forest Visitor Information Center - 10 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 164 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quinault Internet Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dino's Pizza and Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Roosevelt Room - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salmon House Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Stop - ‬12 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.

Welcome to the Elk House! 4 Private Acres/Close to Hiking and Lake Quinault!

The Elk House is the Quinault Rain Forest's best kept secret and we are back in business! This 2 bedroom, 2 bath open-concept home was built in 2006 and sits on 4 acres of private land for you to enjoy and explore. It's hard to decide where the yard ends and nature begins. Barbeque on the 280 sq. ft. covered porch and watch for Roosevelt Elk that often graze in the front field, sometimes as close as 30 feet from the house! Get cozy next to the gas fireplace under 17 foot vaulted ceilings and watch for bald eagle, black-tail deer and great blue heron--regular visitors of the property. Enjoy the outdoor fire pit area and stargaze on clear summer nights. Explore nearby Zeigler Creek, picnic under a giant Maple tree and take leisurely walks around the property. The Elk House property is tranquility at it's best!

If you want to venture out, drive, bike or walk the South Shore Road and discover nearby hiking trails, explore the World's Largest Spruce Tree, visit the famous glacier-fed Lake Quinault, or jump in your car or take a guided tour of the 31 mile loop drive into the Olympic National Park to see spectacular waterfalls, giant evergreen trees and wildlife. Whether you are here to experience outdoor recreation or just get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, the Elk House is the perfect place for you to rest and rejuvenate.

While staying at the Elk House you will enjoy all the comforts of home. A fully functional kitchen with double convection oven and gas cook top, full-size built-in microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator allows you to enjoy family dining in a private and pristine setting. The open-concept kitchen/dining room/living room creates a family atmosphere that can't be beat! Take refuge in the 350 sq. ft. open loft with a large picture window or in the private suite on the main floor.

The Elk House was built with the outdoor enthusiast and family in mind. Everywhere you look, nature abounds. Make your next memory in Lake Quinault at the Elk House!

Property manager

Mike and Hollie Nelson (Owners)

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is strictly prohibited

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Family centered atmosphere inside and out

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Welcome Elk House 4 Private Acres/close Hiking Lake Quinault
Welcome Elk House 4 Private Acres/close Hiking
Welcome Elk 4 Private Acres/close Hiking Lake Quinault
Welcome Elk 4 Private Acres/close Hiking
Welcome Elk House 4 Private Acres/close Hiking Lake Quinault
Welcome Elk House 4 Private Acres/close Hiking
Welcome Elk 4 Private Acres/close Hiking Lake Quinault
Welcome Elk House 4 Private Acres/close Hiking Lake Quinault
Welcome Elk House 4 Private Acres/close Hiking
Welcome Elk 4 Private Acres/close Hiking Lake Quinault
Welcome Elk 4 Private Acres/close Hiking

Welcome to the Elk House! 4 Private Acres/Close to Hiking and Lake Quinault! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janae J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Getaway at the Elk House
We enjoyed our stay at the Elk House and would come back again. It’s a great house and such a peaceful area. We didn’t see any elk, sadly, but enjoyed spending mornings and evenings on the porch. The WiFi worked great, and we were able to stream on the TV. The house is in a great area - easy drives to Lake Quinault, hiking, and more! The “grocery stores” near by are small so if you’re coming from a larger area it may be worth bringing groceries with you. A few things to note for future guests - there is a keurig but no kcups were provided so bring your own; same goes for coffee pot/coffee. We couldn’t figure out the air conditioning and there were no instructions to be found; it wasn’t that warm so I didn’t feel the need to reach out to the hosts about it, but something to note if you’ll be going in peak summer time. We hope to visit the area again in the future and would love to stay at Elk House again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

maria G., oxnard

Liked: Cleanliness
Beyond Expectations
Beautiful stay. Pictures do not do it justice. We loved the property and home and wish we could have stayed one more night. Didnt see any Elk, but that was fine, because we just enjoyed the comfort of the home.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda C., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous location
Beautiful home with plenty of space. Close to the park, lake, and lodge. So convenient. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home
Even nicer than it looked online. Very private, large yard. Very comfortable for two couples. It would have been nice to have tables or luggage racks in the loft, since we only stayed a few days, we didn't want to unpack, even though there is lots of closet space. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful peaceful stay
Picturesque well maintained property in a quiet location with a lot to do around. We loved coming back and relaxing after hiking around the area- which has a lot of options which are all uncrowded and lovely. Was perfect for our family of 5. Internet service was plenty fast even for streaming. No cell signal on Verizon but you can drive 2 miles down the road if you need it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky P.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 stars
Great visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hiking in the olympics
+++++.great setting and location for a quiet forest stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
We really enjoyed the incredible views and comfortable space at the Elk House! Wish we would have gotten to see some elk but loved the yard nonetheless. Very quick access to the Quinalt area activities. Ample kitchen space and comfortable beds. The home needs smoke detectors installed and could use some blinds upstairs, but otherwise we have no complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and home!
Gorgeous secluded home. Clean and homey. Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kath C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cabin!
A lovely cabin. Superb location. Very clean. Lovely area. Really nice open lounge / dining / kitchen. Just perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt G., Richmond, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!!
Wonderful stay. Quiet location. Enjoyed the elk in the evening and the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place to stay.
We enjoyed views from the porch and the nice fire pit. Everything went really well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot to get away
Our family had a great experience here. The location was great and the home was cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location, comfortable home
Nice house located in a field, off the beaten path of Quinault. Peaceful and quiet. Enjoyed sitting on the porch. Saw the herd of elk early one morning. The TV and dishwater were not working.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This is a very nice cabin in the woods, near hiking and biking. The only issue was the fact that the dishwasher is still not functioning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stanley M., Bainbridge Island, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Appropriately named
We saw a herd of 15 elk on the morning of our departure. What a treat! The place is perfect for a small family or 2 couples. It’s out away from traffic and noise. The tv is a large screen set with Direct Tv channels. My only suggestion is that the grill is in need of upgrading. We used it anyway but it’s showing it’s age and usage. This is our second time here and we’d return again as it’s near some of our favorite hikes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin
We had a lovely weekend around Lake Quinault and the Elklodge provided a great home base. Very clean, well stocked, and close to everything in the area. Master bedroom on the lofted top floor is open to the living room but is visibly private.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

MaryAnn c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wide open spaces
Peaceful quiet wide meadow behind this bright and open house. Close to Quinault Lodge and Olympic NP. Owner was very responsive to our call about grill issues. We would suggest that the kitchen be a bit more stocked With spices and paper products like baggies and aluminum foil . The porch needs comfortable seating, 4 rockers to sit and view the property would be a great addition! Overall A great getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and spacious with a beautiful view
We loved the serene setting and the opportunity to watch elk graze right on the property. Wish the seating on the porch had been more comfortable. Dishwasher was not working which is a small thing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Laure D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay!
Great venue; super clean and well equipped. Only hiccup was the broken dishwasher but we had a lovely stay! Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ajay A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous place to eacape the daily hustle
We were excited right from the time of booking this property. We reached late in night and were greeted by an astounding view of the 'milky way' from the property. Amenities were all good as mentioned in the description. Thankfully the weather was great during our remainder of the stay. So much to explore around as well. Already recommended to my family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Loved the location and the elk. Very clean. Had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021