Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Ping pong on-site
A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Patio
Barbecue
Air-conditioning
Pet-friendly
Refrigerator
Internet
Explore the area
Kalama, WA
Upper Kalama Water Access Site
Place, Upper Kalama Water Access Site
15 min drive
Beginners Hole Water Access Site
Place, Beginners Hole Water Access Site
16 min drive
Modrow Bridge Water Access Site
Place, Modrow Bridge Water Access Site
18 min drive
Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)
Airport, Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)
72 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Additional Sleeping (Den)
1 Double Sofa Bed
Additional Sleeping (Detached Garage)
1 Double Sofa Bed
Additional Sleeping (Office)
1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Half Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Kalama River View! Family-Friendly Nature Escape
Tucked into an evergreen glen right across the road from the Kalama River, this charming chalet makes a peaceful - yet easy - escape into Washington's natural splendor. It's a place for beautiful days spent outside, with six kayaks (four double, two single), four innertubes, and a bike provided for your use.
-- THE PROPERTY --
This two-story cabin enjoys a particularly serene location overlooking the woods and the river's rolling waters.
There's so much that's special about the outdoor space here --- a tree-lined lawn where your kids and pets can play, a hammock for afternoon naps, and Adirondack chairs beckoning you to relax and take in the view. Sip your first cup of coffee with a view of the river outside on the deck, spend your afternoons barbecuing on the gas grill, and gather around the firepit in the evenings to roast marshmallows and swap stories of the day's adventures. This home also offers an outdoor movie screen and projector for evening movie watching. The house is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, whether that means hiking around Mt. St. Helens or playing volleyball, badminton, and basketball at home (a net, hoop, and ball are even provided).
The renovated interior feels both atmospheric and comfortably updated throughout. The kitchen is equipped for your every culinary whim, offering stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and an adjacent dining area with ample seating. At night, cozy up to stream movies in the living room or den (both with wood stoves), retreat to the home office to log onto the high-speed WiFi, or get a tournament going on the combination pool/air hockey/ping-pong table.
At night, there are three bedrooms to choose from, including two downstairs with twin beds that can be made into kings if desired. Additional sleeping arrangements are found in the den, the office, and the separate converted garage.
-- THE LOCATION --
It feels far away from the rest of the world, yet it's only 13 miles from the conveniences of Kalama and an easy trip from Vancouver (42 miles) or Portland (51 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 - Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - Your safety matters. The property features 3 exterior security cameras on the exterior of the house. All cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces, are on and not motion activated, and record video. Once the home is occupied, owners will shut off exterior cameras.
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Kalama
Kalama is home to this holiday home. Cedar Creek Grist Mill and Warrior Rock Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kalama Marina and Lewis River Golf Course. Haydu Park and Toteff Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking.
Upper Kalama Water Access Site - 15 min drive - 15.0 km
Beginners Hole Water Access Site - 16 min drive - 16.0 km
Modrow Bridge Water Access Site - 18 min drive - 18.7 km
Haydu Park - 19 min drive - 19.4 km
Kalama Marina - 24 min drive - 24.9 km
Getting around
Kelso Station - 31 min drive
Portland International Airport (PDX) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 32 min drive
Crow Moon Coffee - 31 min drive
Del Taco - 31 min drive
Wayback Burgers - 31 min drive
Subway - 31 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Kalama River View! Family-Friendly Nature Escape pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Kalama River View! Family-Friendly Nature Escape?
As of 18 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kalama River View! Family-Friendly Nature Escape on 4 August 2026 start from NZ$773, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Kalama River View! Family-Friendly Nature Escape?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Kalama River View! Family-Friendly Nature Escape?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Kalama River View! Family-Friendly Nature Escape located?
Situated in Kalama, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Upper Kalama Water Access Site, Beginners Hole Water Access Site and Modrow Bridge Water Access Site. Haydu Park and Nelson Wildlife Area are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house was just what we needed for our family gathering. The table was a perfect location to host games for 8! The host was so good about communicating and the house was stocked with anything and everything we could have needed.
This home is exactly as advertised. The beds and couches were extremely comfortable. Location is phenomenal with lots of beautiful views
Mark Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Naydeline
27 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hosts were very friendly and easy to communicate with. My party of 12 fit appropriately and we still had space left over. Kitchen supplies provided within the home and bath essentials as well. Place was very clean overall and safe. The game room was awesome. We loved it all, will recommend!
We had 4 couples total and had plenty of room and didn’t even use the beds in the garage area.The house was well stocked and tidy! Lots of towels and beautiful groundsWe throughly enjoyed our stay at this gorgeous cabin
The property is well keep with lots of room for activities and game. There is okay access to walking and the river, but this stop is better suited for staying in.
This area is breathtaking and the home was beautiful and very comfortable. There was a small cleaning issue but the host took care of it immediately and compensated us for the trouble. Plenty of amenities and space. Would absolutely stay again!
Jana M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 March 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We're thrilled to hear that you found the area breathtaking and that the home was both beautiful and comfortable for your stay. It's great to know that our host was quick to address the cleaning issue and that you felt compensated for the inconvenience. We’re glad you enjoyed the amenities and space, and we would love to welcome you back for another stay in the future.
Found this place and what a gem, has a lot of space and quite surrounding. Beautiful river near by. Well stocked amenities and wonderful host who really cares about hospitality to complement the home. Would definitely love to return.
Gilbert B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Grigor
5 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had an amazing experience in this property and spent great time. The property owners were very nice and helpful by providing us with very detailed information about the property. The property itself was located in a great place very close to the river which was very relaxing. The property was clean and very beautiful with a lot great and creative details. Our experience was amazing and will definitely come back.
Grigor
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rita
26 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a VERY beautiful and spacious house, by Kalama River. The drive is nice winding countryside road and the property is very safe and peaceful and has all modern comfortable amenities. This was also the MOST well-stocked rental we have been to. The host is extremely helpful, available and proactive and thoughtful. We had a wonderful stay.
Rita
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jessica Z.
27 March 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not clean. Moldy coffee in the coffee maker, dirty linens in laundry bins in bedrooms, fridge was funky with leftover food, house smelled like wet dog, generally didn't feel clean, yet we paid more than 325 cleaning fee. The ancillary sleeping area/game room was very disheveled and also not clean.
This property is fabulous! Plenty of space for our family, with endless things for the kids to do. The roll-up garage game room kept us entertained for hours (darts, pool, air hockey & ping pong) The surroundings are beautiful & include the gorgeous Kalama River directly across the road. The house itself was perfect. I cannot imagine needing anything that was not already available in the kitchen. Great communication with the owner, added to our wonderful experience! We will be back!
Wow! So many great things to say about this home. The layout is perfect for a larger group giving everyone their own space as well as ample common space. We loved the games in the shop and make s’mores in the fire pit. The house was stoked above and beyond to normal vrbo rentals. Everything was so clean and tidy. The beds were so comfortable too! The owner was a delete to talk to and we will be renting from them again at either this home or one of their others. 10 out of 10 would recommend this home or one of their others.