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'Big House Lodge' - Cle Elum Retreat on 8 Acres!

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Game room
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Terrace/patio
8 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, internet
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 50618 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

'Big House Lodge' - Cle Elum Retreat on 8 Acres!

Boasting 8 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, and over 6,500 square feet of living space, this spacious vacation rental can accommodate the whole family! Enjoy cookouts on the expansive patio or a soak in the private hot tub. This secluded and unique Cle Elum home also features a fully equipped kitchen, several indoor dining areas, and a wood-burning stove. After playing an exciting match of pool in the game room, cast a line at the nearby Yakima River. Your unforgettable stay in the Cascades area awaits!

-- THE PROPERTY --

6,654 Sq Ft | Private Hot Tub | Game Room | Expansive Patio | Fully Equipped Kitchen

Bedroom 1: 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Bedroom 3: 2 Queen Beds | Bedroom 4: 2 Queen Beds | Bedroom 5: 2 Queen Beds | Bedroom 6: King Bed | Bedroom 7: 2 Twin/King Bunk Beds | Bedroom 8: 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Loft: 2 Twin Beds | Recreation Room: 2 King Bunk Beds | Additional Sleeping: 10 Twin Foam Mattresses, Pack ‘n Play | Campground Area: Space for Several Tents (Tents Not Provided)

OUTDOOR LIVING: 8-acre yard, 8-person hot tub, soccer field space, patio w/ string lights, outdoor dining areas, gas grills, deck, lounge seating, yard games, gazebo
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs, multiple dining tables, air hockey table, wood-burning stove, books
GAME ROOM: Pool table, poker table, dart board, dry bar
MAIN KITCHEN: 2 stoves/ovens, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, dishware/flatware, 2 drip coffee makers, Keurig coffee maker, toaster, breakfast bar, high chair
KITCHENETTE: Stove, refrigerator, microwave, drip coffee maker, breakfast bar
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central air conditioning/heat, towels/linens, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board, hair dryer, trash bags/paper towels, hand sanitizer, keyless entry
FAQ: Quiet hours begin at 10:00 PM, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
ACCESSIBILITY: 3-story home, stairs required to access, 6 bedrooms on main level
PARKING: Designated parking area (20 vehicles), camper/trailer parking allowed on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

BY THE WATER: Yakima River (3 miles), Cle Elum Lake (15 miles)
THINGS TO SEE + DO: Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail (3 miles), Downtown Cle Elum (4 miles), Swiftwater Cellars (8 miles), Sun Country Golf Course (10 miles)
PARKS: Cle Elum Memorial Park (3 miles), Cle Elum Fireman's Park (3 miles), Hanson Ponds Park (5 miles)
AIRPORT: Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (91 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking inside the property. Smoking is only allowed outdoors
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, 3 dogs max allowed)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Please observe quiet hours after 10:00 PM
- NOTE: This 3-story home requires stairs to access. Six bedrooms are located on the main level
- NOTE: This property features 10 provided twin foam mattresses and a campground area that can accommodate several tents (1 large tent is available for rent with an additional fee). Please leave any questions/requests in your booking inquiry
- NOTE: Rentable supplies are available including tables, chairs, linens, chafing dishes, glassware, and more
- NOTE: Snowmobiles, ATVs, and other motorized sports vehicles are not allowed at the property

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 6,654 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 3 pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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'big House Lodge' - Cle Elum Retreat on 8 Acres! Cle Elum
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About the neighborhood

Map
Cle Elum, Washington

What's nearby

  • Fireman's Park - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Centennial Park - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Washington State Horse Park - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Swiftwater Cellars - 15 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Roslyn Museum - 16 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Yakima, WA (YKM-Yakima Air Terminal - McAllister Field) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Twin Pines Drive-In - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cottage Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Señor Bones - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Big House Lodge' - Cle Elum Retreat on 8 Acres! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'Big House Lodge' - Cle Elum Retreat on 8 Acres!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Big House Lodge' - Cle Elum Retreat on 8 Acres!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 'Big House Lodge' - Cle Elum Retreat on 8 Acres! located?

Located in Cle Elum, this family-friendly vacation home is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Fireman's Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tillman Creek and Yakima River. Memorial Park and Flagpole Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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'Big House Lodge' - Cle Elum Retreat on 8 Acres! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10

Great space and comfortable. We look forward to booking next year :)
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10/10

Our church youth stayed at the beautiful lodge and we loved it! Included everything you can possibly need and Jessica was very helpful.

10/10

The perfect place for my wedding, everything was so easy to set up and it turned out perfectly. I would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10

This is the perfect place for a retreat. Lots of space outside and in. We absolutely love coming here.
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10/10

We have our annual winter's retreat and this year marked our 10th year that we held this retreat at The Big House Lodge. We loved the stay, working with the host was easy, and the anemities at the lodge is great. Highly recommend to book your stay.
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10/10

Everything is good, we love this house.

10/10

This is our second men's retreat at the big house. We love the atmosphere for a retreat, plenty of space for activities, the kitchen is great for serving food, and accommodations are comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10

We had a family gathering here and it was perfect. There were 45 of us! The house is very comfortable with everything we needed. The outdoor space and hot tub is great too. Plenty of space for cooking, eating and hanging out.
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10/10

We recently stayed at this incredible vacation home during the Memorial Day weekend, and it exceeded all our expectations! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the spaciousness, privacy, and thoughtful amenities.If you’re looking for a spacious, private, and family-friendly getaway, this vacation home is a gem. We’ll definitely be back for more adventures and relaxation. Thank you for sharing your beautiful property with us!
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10/10

What a place to celebrate! Corn hole, frisbee, badminton you name it! View, mountains, great weather every amenity. Slumber party for adults and the kids and working with Jess who has an answer for every question! The Big House was a Big winner!

10/10

We had a work retreat this week at the Big House Lodge, and this was the best setting for us! Not only were the rooms quiet and comfortable, but we loved the huge kitchen where our staff that love to cook could shine. We had fantastic weather so we were able to enjoy the gorgeous fall colors and sweet little pathways through the trees! Lots of mountain views and starry nights in the hot tub. The host was an excellent communicator - very prompt to respond and proactive in communicating. If you're on the fence about whether or not to book this place - you should!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

We had a great weekend at this home. Once a year, three generations of our family come together for the whole weekend. There was plenty of space for everyone. 3 different table areas so we could have board games, crafts, and just visiting happening simultaneously. The kitchen space was comfortable to cook in, with two separate areas that were near each other. Be aware of the bed arrangements so you can plan for who is where. I didn't ask others, but I know the primary bedroom bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10

Staying at the Big House Lodge will go down in history as one of my all-time favorite rentals, and weekends in my lifetime! The house was even better than advertised, and we were amazed by the space, cleanliness, location, and Jess's hospitality. She really went above and beyond to make sure we had an incredible stay, and I've honestly never interacted with a host that was so kind and fun. We had a group of about 35 people and stayed at the Big House Lodge for our annual camp trip, and will definitely love to stay here every year moving forward! Thanks Jess, can't wait to go back! :)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Our group of 20 was delighted with the accommodations provided at this year's ladies retreat. (Big House in Cle Elum). We were able to easily prepare and serve meals in the main kitchen, dine together and later play games in the dining room, and have our group sessions in the TV room. The ladies loved having a bathroom for each bedroom and enjoyed taking quiet walks on the beautiful and peaceful property. The hot tub and pool table were fun perks! We look forward to coming back!
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10/10

The Big House Lodge was a perfect place for our church’s women’s retreat. The rooms and beds were comfortable and everyone appreciated the en suite bathrooms. The kitchens (there are two of them!) are well equipped and we had plenty of space for meals, crafting and just chatting. The two large living spaces were perfect for our meetings and Jessica and John spent extra time with me to make sure we could project on both the tv and screen. We used the barbecue and hot tub and both worked great. I especially appreciated Jessica’s attention to detail and to our specific needs. My ladies want to come back next year!
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10/10

We had a wonderful time for our scientific/academic retreat at the Big House. Jessica went above and beyond to accomodate us! The house was clean and welcoming. We were greeted with a cherry pie and fresh fruit- lovely touch. This was our second time staying at Big House and we had a great time. The space is large enough to fit all of us, lots of space to spread out but yet be all together, the kitchen is equipped nicely. The Big House got a satellite wifi and that was a HUGE improvement from the last year, as we had 40 people on multiple devices and internet worked great! Also it was nice that the house had extra paper towels, tums and other first aid necessities as we ended up needing them for our group. We look forward to coming back to Big House at some point!
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10/10

We enjoyed a comfortable and cozy stay for our group of 28 women. We especially appreciated the en-suite bathrooms for almost every bedroom. The kitchen was well appointed with every small appliance, pot, pan and utensil you could think of and included enough plates/cups/silverware for everyone. The spacious living areas were perfect for both our large group gatherings, as well as cozy spots to gather for more intimate conversations. The close proximity to Cle Elum made it great for a shopping jaunt, but it was secluded enough to feel we were separated from the everyday hustle and bustle of life. The hot tub was a nice option too. Jessica was great! She responded to every question and made sure we were all set upon our arrival. Wonderful retreat weekend! We will be back!
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10/10

This was our 11th year staying at this location with our youth and young adults and we loved it. This location has the perfect amenities and easy communication and very convenient for a retreat.
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10/10

We had a great family vacation there! Very friendly stuff and nice cabin!
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10/10

I've booked this property twice now, for milestone birthdays, and it does not disappoint. Have a large group for a wedding, reunion, or other event? No problem, this house sleeps 50. Have a smaller group like we did? Great, every couple gets their own room. Have people with RVs, vans, or camping? That works too! There is ample room for parking and camping. The house is very homey and cozy, something you might not expect of a place that sleeps so many. The main common space is open plan which means you can all be together while meals are being prepared, games are being played, movies are being watched. The bedrooms are really nice, and the beds are extremely comfortable. The house is stocked with everything you need, and the fabulous property manager walks you through everything when you arrive so you know where to find it all. I highly recommend this place, and who knows... I could be back for a 3rd time when that next milestone rolls around.
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10/10

We wanted nothing more than for our wedding than family being together. Spending thousands of dollars on a single day at various wedding venues in our area just seemed absurd for us specifically and I am so happy I looked at other options! I booked three full days so we had more than enough time to not only have our wedding but have an extra day of just relaxing and fun with family and friends after the wedding! We were able to host our entire immediate family and bridal party (many of which flew in from out of town so it saved them money as well) at the house comfortably, had more than enough room for the 30 people that stayed there and we could of had even more! The main floor offers 6 bedrooms ALL with their own bathrooms and handicap accessible, which was great for our parents. Upstairs is man cave central with a pool table, darts and poker table, we also used this area for 'getting ready' photos of the groom and groomsmen. Upstairs has four beds and a huge bathroom with a giant jetted tub that I am devastated we didn't get a chance to use. Downstairs has two sets of KING OVER KING bunk beds, plus another room that sleeps four, which all our siblings shared. The multiple kitchens made prepping food a breeze and three fridges in total, lots of appliances and cookware to where we didn't even use anything we brought think I was most excited about the huge ice maker! Plenty of room for people to camp if they wanted, and so much to offer as far as games and activities, wooded areas to explore, a large soccer field, horseshoes and we even brought a slip and slide for the kids. The Big House Lodge has literally everything you could need in the house and extras available for rentals like chairs and tables for larger events, they even offered catering items and dinnerware and also fabric for the pretty gazebo we used during our ceremony. I cannot imagine not doing our wedding as a whole weekend event like this because it just let us soak in all the love and family time possible and I am forever grateful to have found this location that I know we rent again for family reunions.

10/10

Jessica was extremely helpful. The property was excellent and catered to all age groups and there was something for everyone to do. We had a wonderful stay and highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10

We hosted a guys weekend here and there was way more than enough room for about a dozen of us. The amenities here seem to be unlimited, there is so much to do in and around the property! Jessica was super helpful to us and was quick to respond to any of our questions. Check-in/check-out process was a breeze as well! I’m already looking to plan my next trip to The Big House!!!

10/10

The whole experience was amazing! Stayed before and will stay again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10

We have been renting the Big House Lodge for the past 8 years and recently it has been updated. The best part about visiting in the winter is you almost always get snow. This year we got a lot of snow.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021