Private. Peaceful. Romantic. Designed for unforgettable getaways.
Escape to your own secluded spa cabin just minutes from Mount Rainier NP. After a day of adventure, return to your private hot tub, custom cedar sauna, and fire pit beneath the forest canopy.
Thoughtful details, cozy lighting, a fully stocked kitchen, coffee bar, games, and streaming make it easy to settle in and stay awhile. Many guests return year after year for anniversaries, birthdays, and quiet resets!
The space
🌲 The Wandering Bear Cabin
Nestled in the trees just 5 miles from Mount Rainier National Park, The Wandering Bear Cabin was created as a peaceful retreat for two, a place to unwind, reconnect, and truly slow down.
We poured our hearts into designing a warm, inviting space filled with cozy blankets, soft lighting, and thoughtful details that make it feel like home, only better.
Spend your days exploring Mount Rainier's waterfalls and alpine trails. Come back to your private hot tub, custom cedar sauna, crackling fire pit, and quiet forest surroundings.
Whether you are celebrating an anniversary, planning a birthday getaway, or simply escaping the city, this cabin was designed for pure relaxation.
✨ Your Private Mountain Spa Escape
✔️ Private hot tub with river sounds and stargazing
✔️ Custom built, rustic cedar sauna (wet/dry) built by us in 2022
✔️ Large fire pit with Adirondack chairs and cozy blankets
✔️ 5 miles from Mount Rainier National Park
✔️ Fast WiFi plus Smart TV with Netflix, HBO, Hulu, and Prime
✔️ Record player with curated vinyl collection
✔️ Electric fireplace for cozy evenings
✔️ Fully stocked kitchen plus dedicated coffee bar
✔️ Community swimming hole five minute walk seasonal
✔️ Dog friendly
🛁 Outdoor Relaxation
After a long hike, sink into the two person hot tub on the porch and listen to the river behind the property while gazing up at the stars.
Warm up in the cedar sauna designed for both dry and wet use and experience the deep restorative heat guests rave about.
Evenings are best spent by the fire pit with blankets and smores on crisp mountain nights.
🏡 Inside the Cabin
Loft Bedroom
A cozy treehouse style loft with a queen foam mattress and peaceful forest views.
Please note access requires ducking under a beam and climbing narrow steep stairs.
Living Area
Leather couch that can sleep one guest if needed, electric fireplace, Smart TV, record player, and a collection of games and puzzles tucked inside the coffee table.
Kitchen and Dining
Well equipped with stove and oven slightly smaller than standard, microwave, full size fridge, French press plus coffee maker. Coffee, tea, oils, salt, and essentials provided. The dining nook doubles as a game table or work from home setup.
Bathroom and Laundry
Stone shower, flush toilet, washer and dryer, and two cozy robes for guest use.
🏊 Seasonal Perks
Just a five minute walk away is a community swimming hole with guest pass provided, perfect for summer dips.
Winter brings snow dusted trees, sauna warmth, and steaming hot tub evenings under cold mountain skies.
🐾 Dog Friendly
We welcome up to two dogs with pet fee. Oakley, our golden retriever, insists.
Good to Know
📶 Cell service is spotty but WiFi is strong for streaming and browsing.
🏡 There is additional building on the property (besides our sauna) and this is just our storage unit.
🚽 Septic system in use so please flush only toilet paper and human waste.
❌ Not suitable for young children due to loft stairs and other property features.
Why The Wandering Bear
For about five years this little retreat was simply 'Cabin 135'. We were too busy making it cozy to name it.
But the name finally found us.
Bears wander, sometimes with purpose, sometimes in circles, yet always find their way where they are meant to be. We hope this cabin becomes that place for you, whether you are seeking adventure, reconnection, or a quiet reset.
🐻 Welcome to The Wandering Bear Cabin!
Guest access
There is keyless entry. We will provide guests with their code prior to check-in.
Other things to note
❄️ Winter Travel Notes
Winter in the mountains is beautiful and sometimes unpredictable.
If you are visiting during the winter months, please plan to carry tire chains and or drive an AWD vehicle. Chains are required when traveling beyond Longmire inside Mount Rainier National Park, and they may also be helpful when driving to the cabin if there is snow.
Our driveway is short and flat, and we shovel regularly. However, icy conditions can occur, and you may need to drive through light snow or packed ice depending on recent weather. Planning ahead ensures a smooth and stress free arrival.
🔦 Power Outages
Occasional power outages can happen in the mountain area, especially during winter storms. They are typically brief and often restored within a few hours.
We keep flashlights in the cabinet under the record player in case of an outage. The cabin stays cozy, and most guests find it part of the mountain experience.
🐾 Pet Policy
We are proudly dog friendly and welcome up to two dogs with a pet fee.
Unfortunately, we are unable to host cats due to a serious allergy our cleaner has. Thank you so much for your understanding.
