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Cozy cabin on the Cedar River

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A small cabin with a front porch, a chimney, and a garden area with stepping stones.
A house with green shutters, a porch with a railing, and flower beds along the walkway.
A compact kitchen with a wood-burning stove, a black door, and a window with a view of greenery.
A room with a brick fireplace, a black stove, and a window with a view of trees.
A green sofa with a floral pillow, a black-framed window, and a hanging light fixture.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Overlooking the river
    Guests like the scenic riverfront location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Maple Valley, WA
  • Place, Lake Wilderness Arboretum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Wilderness Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Dog Park at Summit Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Cozy cabin on the Cedar River

Nestled by the river in the heart of Maple Valley's oldest HOA, this freshly refurbished historic cabin provides a tranquil and convenient retreat just 45 minutes from downtown Seattle. Located on a dead-end private road, the cabin shares one acre of wooded in privacy with the owners' home. Outside enjoy your own personal river-front beach and fire pit, propane BBQ, miles of biking and walking trails, along with forest and river wildlife. Depending on the season, spawning salmon, bald eagles, deer, elk, and the owner's very friendly (but vocal) sizeable yellow lab.

Inside, you will find a Jotul wood-burning stove, new appliances, and a well-appointed kitchen. Furnished with antiques, vintage pieces, along with a smart TV and DVD player. Downstairs the cozy bedroom boasts a FULL-SIZE bed, feather pillows and duvet, and a door that opens onto a sheltered patio with river views. Due to the age of the cabin the downstairs ceilings are low—6’10”. And the stairs are quite STEEP. Please ask any questions BEFORE BOOKING if you have any concerns.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
No pups on bed or couch & please clean up the poop
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2236683vb
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

Maple Valley

Located in Hobart, a neighbourhood in Maple Valley, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lake Washington and Flaming Geyser State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lake Wilderness Arboretum and Lake Meridian Park. Ready for a night out? Consider Metropolitan Banquet Hall and Kent Commons Community Center.
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Maple Valley, WA

What's nearby

  • Lake Wilderness Arboretum - 9 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Lake Wilderness Park - 10 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Maple Valley Creative Arts Center - 11 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Uva Furem Winery - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Dog Park at Summit Park - 13 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Kent Station - 29 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Nori Sushi - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy cabin on the Cedar River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Cozy cabin on the Cedar River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy cabin on the Cedar River?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy cabin on the Cedar River?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Cozy cabin on the Cedar River located?

Located in Hobart, this cabin is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Lake Wilderness Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Wilderness Arboretum and Dog Park at Summit Park. Uva Furem Winery and Lake Meridian are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 76 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rusty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful spot and cozy place to stay at. I was home shopping and naturally bought a house right on the river after staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Place

Would stay there anytime I’m in the area
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Uriel Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway for Couples

Really nice cabin , comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic riverfront stay in Maple Valley

Super clean place and beautifil location that was perfect for my wife and I. Thanks Rachel!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place down by the river.

I was highly impressed with the amenities as well as the spot. I've stayed in a lot of rentals and this is among the best. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2021
Thanks for the great review. You were our first guest as new VRBO owners so it really means a lot to us. It's nice to hear we got it right. See you next time! Warmly, Brian & Rachel
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely, quiet and private.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Getaway

This cabin is in such a great location. It’s super relaxing and a really nice getaway. We enjoyed the cabin so much and would highly recommend it to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome cabin!

Everything about this place is wonderful: the location, the amenities, the cuteness of it, being near the river, cleanliness, easy check-in, having our own fire pit next to the river, the parking, dog friendly, the hosts (they are so nice and friendly). It's a perfect place to stay when we visit our son and family near by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudio A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary getawat

Absolutely glorious stay. Quiet, clean, all the comforts of home. Property is even better than described. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay

The property is beautiful-in a very nice neighborhood. Nice porch on the back to over look the amazing trees, and the beautiful Creek(River)! The cabin is indeed ‘cozy’…and the area very quiet. Also very convenient to grocery, and shopping.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

Charming cabin, picturesque setting on the river. Many little extras provided by owner. Would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2022
We are so glad you had a "perfect stay," and it's good to know you noticed all the little extras! See you next time. Warmly, Rachel
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Betty M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cedar river cabin

We really loved how quaint the cabin was and how quiet and relaxing the whole experience was. Rachel and Brian were awesome but Ziggy stole our hearts. Close to all you need and enjoyed family and friends visiting us.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and we loved it!

Clean with everything we needed. Nice peaceful location along a beautiful river. Owner is super nice. We enjoyed our stay. We are visiting family in the area so this was very convenient. Thanks for having your cabin available for us!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint cabin

Beautiful setting by the river. Friendly host and quick responses to questions. Well-furnished kitchen. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2022
Thank you for the 5-star review. We'd love to see you again. Warmly, Rachel
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint little cabin

Stayed here in July 2023 and was pleasantly surprised at the great location in a wooded area but close enough to amenities. There is the Cedar River behind the cabin that we put our feet in and our dog had a great time removing all the sticks out of the water. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

adorable cabin

Charming small vintage cabin, with nicely updated kitchen and bath. Rachel, her family and pets, next door, were friendly but not intrusive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2022
So glad you love the ca in. We'd love to see you again sometime. Warmly, Rachel
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable

Beautiful property in the woods. Friendly hosts. River right out back. Quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2022
Thanks for the 5-star review! So good to hear you enjoyed your stay. See you again sometime! Warmly, Rachel
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arthur B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, clean, secluded

This place is more beautiful than any of these pictures. The surrounding forest and river were as enchanting as they were rejuvenating. Cabin was clean and felt safe. Would definitely come back if staying in maple valley area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mollie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our new go to in Maple Valley

We had a really relaxing visit at the cabin. The house was clean and adorable, we loved playing with Ziggy (yellow lab) when he was outside. We enjoyed sitting by the river next to the fire pit. We visit Maple Valley a couple times a year and will definitely make this our new “go to” spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2022
We are so glad you loved the cabin as much as we did. And, of course, we appreciate all your love for Ziggy! See you soon. We’d love to have you back any time. Rachel, Brian & Ziggy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical Getaway

From the beautiful scenery to the absolutely friendly and welcoming hosts, this was a place i will be coming back to more than once. We enjoyed ourselves to the fullest thanks to Rachell, Brian and Ziggy. Kim
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eileen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute rustic cabin with all the essentials

This Little cabin is set on a lot beside the home of the owners, who by the way are friendly and welcoming. The cabin is well appointed, clean and cosy. The owners thought of everything. We enjoyed our stay immensely. The surrounding area is old growth forest with a creek running past a feet short steps away. Hiking/walking/biking trails near by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shanea E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Cabin near the River

I absolutely am in awe with this place. Definitely meant for two people only, and no kids. I loved that the phone reception wasn’t the best, because it really forced my significant other and I to spend less time on our phones, and more time together. I felt I was in a Thomas Kinkade painting. We will definitely be coming back here again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2024
Thanks for the great review. We love renting to people who love the cabin as much as we do. See you next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

beth a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Weekend

Rachel, THANK YOU so much for the lovely weekend! The location is just awesome. The fire pit on the river bed is spectacular! We all had such a good time. My husband, my dog and me! Lots of great hiking trails (even within walking distance of the cabin) and great swimming spots for Ellie (the dog!). The cabin had everything we needed. And thanks for the wine and chocolates! We plan on returning in the fall.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 April 2021
So happy to hear you had a good time and that Ellie enjoyed swimming. Maybe next time, you will take a dip too. We look forward to seeing you in the fall. Rachel
Verified review

8/10 Good

JAckie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Small and Cozy

This cabin was quaint and cozy. The location was perfect and Rachel was a great communicator. Our only issue was the steep stairs to the basement - very narrow. The restroom is upstairs so it is a little hazardous when you have to get up in the night. We loved hearing the river and imagine it is very enjoyable during the summer months.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Judy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint getaway for 2 in the woods by the river!

The location was just magical! It was in the middle of a forest with the Cedar River close by. The road there was very narrow and windy. It was difficult to find late at night when we arrived, but we were pleasantly surprised at beautiful location when daylight appeared. It was small but adequate. The only negative was the fact that the bathroom was on the main level and the bedroom downstairs. The balcony overlooking the river was a big plus! We enjoyed our retreat very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2024
Thank you for taking the time to review the cabin. I'm sorry you rated your visit just "Okay." We want all our guests to have a five-star stay, and I am sorry we did not meet your expectations. However, the source of both of your complaints is disclosed in the property description. We indicate the cabin is on a dead-end private road in a wooded area. Most of our guests appreciate the "off the beaten path" location and embrace the seclusion of the "cabin life" experience. The description also indicates that the bathroom and bedroom are on different floors. We strive to be upfront and clear about what visitors can expect from their stay. This is our only vacation rental, and we put a great deal of thought into ensuring our guests have a wonderful visit. I am sorry that was not your experience.

About the host

Hosted by Rachel Padgett

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We (Rachel, Brian, and Ziggy Stardust, our big yellow lab) look forward to welcoming you to our cabin and riverfront retreat. Rachel was born and raised in England (North Yorkshire), Brian was born in Connecticut but grew up mostly in California. Together they have lived in Connecticut, New York City, Seattle, and now Maple Valley.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this riverfront property as soon as we saw it. The cabin was a bonus we were not expecting but have embraced. In our first year here, we spent a lot of weekends "lovingly" fixing up the cabin. This included replacing the chimney and wood-burning stove, replacing the appliances, laying new carpet downstairs, painting (everything!), installing a new patio, and adding as many home comforts as we could to make the cabin convenient, welcoming, and cozy.

What makes this property unique

Located just thirty-five minutes from Sea-Tac, forty-five minutes from downtown Seattle, and ten minutes from local stores and restaurants, it's hard to believe how secluded this property feels. At the end of the resident's only low-traffic road, you find direct access to the Cedar River Trail; great for biking and walking. In the summer months, you can take a bracing dip in the river or enjoy tubing (we'll share all the best spots with you.)
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