The Location:
Bowman's Riverside Retreat with its spectacular river and mountain views is located in the beautiful Snoqualmie National Forest in Washington State's Cascade Mountain. The cabin is close to endless mountain trails that lead to beautiful vistas, alpine lakes, and waterfalls. Less than 30 minutes away is the summit of Stevens Pass with the famous Pacific Crest Trail and skiing, boarding, and cross country skiing in the winter. This cozy cottage is nestled on the banks of the Skykomish River with its world class rapids for those who like the thrill of river rafting or kayaking. The river also has quiet spots perfect for tubing, swimming, and fishing. Steps away from the backyard firepit is the crystal clear water of the ever-changing Skykomish River. In the spring and fall the river rises and sometimes reaches the backyard. During the summer months the river drops, revealing a beautiful sandy beach that leads to a rocky beach perfect for casting a line, swimming, or rock skipping.
Places to Go:
Nearby, in Index, Skykomish, and Baring, are several old style community stores. Der Baring store, located a mile from the cabin, has a great deli, espresso, chili, and often homemade cookies and pies. It is a fun place to eat out and meet the local community members as they stop by for a meal and conversation or to pick up their mail at the post office located in the back of the store. Skykomish, an old railroad town, has a restaurant and a tavern with great chicken and fries. Index, famous for its vertical rock faces, also hosts an art festival each summer. An hour east is the charming Bavarian town of Leavenworth with its many seasonal activities. In the winter the town lights up with its Christmas Tree Lighting Festival. In the summer Leavenworth is famous for its summer musical theater in its three outdoor venues. The city goes all out with its Oktoberfest celebration. An hour west is Seattle with the Space Needle, ferry rides, museums, fine restaurants, and shopping
The cabin:
Bowman's Riverside Retreat has been designed and decorated so that our guests have all the comforts of home. The large great room has a cozy wood burning fireplace and new furniture. The dining area comfortably seats six and the gourmet kitchen has everything any chef would need to prepare a delicious meal. The kitchen is equipped with a double oven, dishwasher, refrigerator with an ice-maker, and all the necessary small appliances. There is lots of cookware and new dishes and glassware. The retreat also has comfortable beds, quality linens, and many games and movies for family entertainment. There is also wireless internet for guests who want to use their computers.
