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Cozy Freshwater Bay / Elwha River Cabin

Waterfront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Main Porch Entrance to Cabin
Living Room
Kitchen Area
Dining Table
Master Bedroom - Antique Iron Bed

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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  • Place, Elwa River Casino
  • Place, Port Angeles Ferry Terminal
  • Place, Olympic National Park Visitor Center
  • Airport, Port Angeles, WA (CLM-William R. Fairchild Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Freshwater Bay / Elwha River Cabin

*Please note that there is a 15% discount when booking for 7 nights. For longer rentals and off season reservations please contact owners.

This 1200 sq ft cabin is part of a larger property, with the main house across the street, set on the east end of Freshwater Bay, with views of the Straits and Vancouver Island to the north, and snow-capped Olympic Mountain to the south. While you can hear the waves from the cabin, you must walk to the front of the property to view the beach and watch the sunsets. The Elwha river estuary is a short walk away and is well known for surfing and kite boarding. The dam removal project is complete and the legendary native Chinook salmon have returned ( http://projects.seattletimes.com/2016/elwha/ ). Freshwater Bay Beach is now blanketed with sand from the sediment once trapped behind the dams. The Olympic National Park and surrounds are ideal for bird watching, hiking, kayaking, mountain biking, crabbing and fishing. Hurricane Ridge, popular for spring and summer wildflowers, is one of the best spots in the Northwest to cross country ski, snowboard and snowshoe. In the Fall the area is abundant with wild mushrooms. The year-round Port Angeles farmer's market offers wonderful produce to complement your meal of fresh caught salmon and dungeness crab. Victoria BC is a 90 minute ferry ride from downtown Port Angeles.
The cabin is perfect for four, but can accommodate up to 5 people. There are two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The larger bedroom has a double bed, the smaller has twin beds, and there is a futon in the living room. The kitchen is well equipped and has culinary basics (flour, oats, sugar, spices etc..). French doors open up to deck with small table and rocking chairs. Guests have access to the no-bank beach, stone grill and fire pit, which are framed by 300 year old wind blown firs. Please note that during our summer there might be countywide open fire restrictions. We will keep you abreast of this situation. We look forward to your visit.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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

Port Angeles

Located in Port Angeles, this cabin is in the city centre and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Olympic National Park and Olympic National Park Visitor Center can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Port Angeles Ferry Terminal. Clallam County Fairgrounds and Port Angeles Dream Playground are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Port Angeles, WA

What's nearby

  • Elwa River Casino - 14 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Port of Port Angeles - 14 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Port Angeles Ferry Terminal - 15 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Olympic National Park Visitor Center - 18 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Lake Crescent - 24 min drive - 35.9 km

Getting around

  • Port Angeles Bus Station - 16 min drive
  • Port Angeles, WA (CLM-William R. Fairchild Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Higher Grounds Espresso And More - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sabai Thai - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Fairmount Motel & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Cottage - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Granny's Cafe - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Freshwater Bay / Elwha River Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Freshwater Bay / Elwha River Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Freshwater Bay / Elwha River Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Freshwater Bay / Elwha River Cabin located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Port Angeles Dog Park, Olympic National Forest and Clallam County Fairgrounds. Olympic National Park and Olympic National Park Visitor Center are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 153 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darling place. Perfect location for a couple of days on the Olympic Peninsula.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara E.

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

great location

This cabin has all you need for your stay. It is a great location for hiking in the mountains and enjoying the beach. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

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

Great stay

This is our 2nd stay. We loved staying here both times. Great location, love the area, super close to the beach. The hosts are so nice and helpful with anything you might need. The canton is cute and comfortable with all the things you need for your stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

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

Cozy Freshwater Bay

Wonderful cabin in a perfect location for enjoying many areas of Olympic National Park.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer m.

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

amazing home

The house was just perfect, and the owners could not have been more helpful/kind! Would stay again in a heartbeat - thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha C.

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

Perfect Retreat from your busy world.

Serene...Cozy...Welcoming...with access to stunning vistas. Our hosts were hospitable beyond expectations. Wereturetureturningpos
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Skip S.

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

Amazing cottage with beach access

We loved our stay! It was a great location to see the many parts of Olympic National Park and yet have a low-key relaxing place to return to after hiking. Jean and Richardo were wonderful hosts, accommodating and attentive to anything we needed. They even let us borrow hiking poles for one of our hikes. The evening and early morning beach walks were the best. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Perfect home base for a visit to ONP

Jean & Ricardo were wonderful hosts and the cabin is a cozy, comfortable central location for day trips into ONP and the coast. Beautiful setting, fully set up kitchen, laundry and plenty of space for our family of 4 with 2 adult sons. Short walk down to the beach, and could hear the waves from the porch while drinking our morning coffee. Perfect vacation home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noell E.

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

Clean, quaint, and beautiful location

The host was extremely friendly, helpful, and welcoming. She made us feel right at home. The accommodations were perfect for our family of 6 which includes 4 kids under 12. Enough sleeping spots for all the kids. The owner’s property across the street which is waterfront is accessible to walk through and straight to the beach which the kids loved to play and explore on. This was a fabulous spot and stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexi R.

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

Great place, great location, great hosts!!

This is definitely a great place at a great location in A quiet neighborhood right by the beach. You can literally walk 100 yards and be at a beach. Jean and Ricardo are GREAT friendly hots. This was a great experience considering that it was my first time using Vrbo. Thank you! I hope to come back soon. Alex
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

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

Praises

Loved every moment of our stay. Weather was perfect and we hiked every day. Owners were very helpful. Only downside was no TV. Didn't mind not having cable but might have wanted to watch mindless movie in evening after hiking all day. Would come again! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

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

A quiet, laid-back, beach experience.

My daughter and I stayed here for 4 nights while visiting an ill relative who lives nearby. The day we arrived the temp. was 85 degrees, and we were worried about the cabin being too warm, but amazingly, the main living area has a new AC/heat unit that kept things comfortable (very unusual for that neck of the woods). It's an old cabin, but all the important things like bathrooms and kitchen have been updated, and everything was clean and well-equipped. The beds were fine, with lamps for reading. Knowing there was no TV, we brought our own, which worked fine. The best part of staying here is its location, which is a 2 minute walk across the road and around the owner's house to a beautiful, isolated beach which is quite close to the mouth of the Elwah River. There is no other place around that is like this...I know, because I come here several times a year.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay, quiet, great hosts, good beds, our 2nd stay and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the quiet and peaceful location of this property!Very clean and spacious, stocked with most anything you would need for a getaway.The beach was just steps away, and got see some wildlife as well!Wish we could extend our stay!Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in a beautiful area. The location is great for hiking and seeing different parts of ONP. Perfect to stop in Port Angeles for grocery and plan to cook in. Check in was very easy and the cabin was very clean. Thanks for sharing your place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The charming and whimsical Freshwater Bay cabin suited our needs perfectly. We love the mix of antique furniture as well as the art work. The cabin provides plenty of comfortable seating and also includes access to a trail to the beach. The hosts, Jean and Ricardo, are most gracious.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari N.

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

The Place

I grew up coming to Place Rd and playing at this beach in the 90s. So nice to be back. Parking was tight but everyone was friendly and we did not have any issues with parking for us or our guests. The double bed (largest bed) was too small for two adults. A queen sized bed would have made the stay much more comfortable. Absolutely not a deal breaker. Jean and Ricardo are such pleasant, welcoming people. The cabin kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed with working and clean appliances. Check in was easy.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

david k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just stayed here for the 2nd time. The first time we stayed for a week. This time we stayed 6 weeks! That should tell you how much we enjoy it!
Near Hurricane Ridge
Lake Crescent
Obstruction Point
Obstruction Point Rd
Stayed 42 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is wonderful! Jean and Ricardo were excellent hosts. The cottage was very clean and the full size bed was very comfortable. The location is fantastic. A short walk down a path to a rugged, beautiful beach. Hand made seats wooden seats allow for lots of time soaking in the view. Close to plenty of hiking spots. Very dark and quiet at night, with the sound of surf always just outside.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marti J.

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

Wonderful retreat

Quiet, easy access to beautiful beach, lots of hiking. Really enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James A.

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

Best VRBO yet!

I really can't say enough about the Elwha River Cabin. It is in a beautiful location, the landlords are so helpful and friendly, the sound views are fabulous. We saw sea lions every morning! The house was truly spotless. Kitchen was well equipted with all the necessary appliances. Inside of the house is just really cozy. There is a very nice sitting area at the front of the building that is great to relax after a long day of hiking and sightseeing. We loved our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

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

What a place!

The Freshwater Bay cabin is furnished with an eclectic mix of antique pieces and modern furniture. Nestled among fir trees and other native plants, it is a short distance from the beach and is an ideal spot for relaxing as well as taking long walks on the beach. Just stepping onto the porch and hearing the sound of the surf can have a tremendous calming effect. That it has 2 bathrooms, 2 bedrooms and 2 living room seating areas is an added bonus. Our adult son who was with us enjoyed having his own space. The hosts, Jean and Ricardo, are every bit as charming as their cabin. I am eager to have another reason to stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie H.

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

Perfect spot for our girls trip

The property was way better than the pictures showed. It is super cute and well maintained. The hosts were very friendly and accommodating. The kitchen was stocked with all the basics for cooking and and had everything we needed. The beach was right across the street and accessible 24 hours a day. We would totally stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Loved the beach

The cabin was cozy and clean. It was well stocked with the basics that make for a comfortable and easy stay. We loved having the beach a short walk away to go hang out and explore.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb C.

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

Wonderful Find!

We enjoyed our stay. It was nice having the owners just across the street. They are very knowledgeable about the area and could give us hiking suggestions. We stayed five nights. The rental was equipped with everything we needed to cook several meals, play scrabble and do some laundry after several days of exploring Olympic National Park.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jean Fleischfresser

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After 26 years on Bainbridge Island, we are now living full time in Port Angeles. Our children grew up snowboarding (while we snowshoed) on Hurricane Ridge and we we enjoyed camping and hiking throughout the Olympic Peninsula.

Why they chose this property

It is rare to find a no bank beach along the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The Olympic National Park is an amazing treasure and it is literally in our back yard. You can walk the entire 3.8 miles of Freshwater Bay (at 5' tide or lower) and see unique rock formations and sea creature laden tide pools. Since the removal of the Elwha river dams we have a wonderful sandy beach.

What makes this property unique

You can bring your kayak, paddle out, drop a crab pot, and a couple of hours later haul in your 'limit', boil them up and sit at the picnic table on the beach enjoying your uniquely Northwest meal.

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