House in Olympic National Park, WA
7 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
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About this house rental
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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.
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.
Amenities
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Map of Olympic National Park, WA
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsAmazing property with breathtaking views, spacious interiors, well-equipped kitchen, hot tub, and fire pit. Superb location for outdoor activities and relaxation. Highly recommended!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
Beautiful home overlooking the Elwa River. We spent free afternoons on the patio overlooking the river where we saw tons of birds and eagles. The beds were so comfortable and the home was well equipped. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Great communication with the owner and super easy check-in. Easy to get to, about 15 minute drive from Port Angles. Way worth the drive if you are looking for peace and quiet. Saw deer each morning in the yard and the elk herd were close, although we missed our opportunity to see them. Highly recommend
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
River House is a perfect get-away. Beautiful scenery and everything you need in the house. Rick was quick to respond to questions and offer assistance. Smalls was a welcome visitor each day. We saw the elk herd across the river bank. River house was close enough to town ( Port Angeles) but also far enough to enjoy nature. We explored Hoh Rainforest and Hurricane Ridge and took the ferry from Port Angeles across to Canada. The highlight each day was the coffee on the patio and stargazing at night. A little piece of paradise.
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
Very relaxing and peaceful. Near lots of great hikes. Host provides extensive information and history of the area.
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
Wow this property has the most stunning views! Truly beautiful! I absolutely loved soaking in the hot tub and listening to the river. The views from the main room are so beautiful. We also walked down to the river with the kids, which was pretty easy. Highly recommend anyone who can come.Of note, there are other buildings on the property. We didn’t see any other people, but there is a house right next-door that belongs to the owner. Again, we had great privacy, but just an FYI.
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9.7Outstanding
(179 Ratings)
Amazing property with breathtaking views, spacious interiors, well-equipped kitchen, hot tub, and fire pit. Superb location for outdoor activities and relaxation. Highly recommended!
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