COUGAR House -Mt St Helens / Yale Lake Retreat

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A rustic building with a blue exterior, stone patio, and outdoor seating area with two chairs.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV.
A bedroom with a rustic wooden headboard, a bed with a blue and white patterned bedspread, a wooden wardrobe, and a wall-mounted mirror.
A kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a sink.
A cozy outdoor seating area with a wooden cabin labeled "COUGAR HOUSE," surrounded by potted plants and a gravel path.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Cougar, WA
  • Place, Yale Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount St. Helens
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Cascades Amphitheater
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Cougar

Located in Cougar, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument and Cedar Creek Grist Mill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ape Caves and Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Johnston Ridge Observatory and Pomeroy Living History Farm are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Cougar, WA

What's nearby

  • Yale Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gifford Pinchot National Forest - 16 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Mount St. Helens - 27 min drive - 36.9 km
  • ilani Casino - 50 min drive - 65.9 km
  • Cascades Amphitheater - 58 min drive - 69.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cougar Bar And Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Lone Fir Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bigfoot’s Lodge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Frosty's Broasted Chicken & Burgers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Red's espresso - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is COUGAR House -Mt St Helens / Yale Lake Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at COUGAR House -Mt St Helens / Yale Lake Retreat?

As of 28 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at COUGAR House -Mt St Helens / Yale Lake Retreat on 26 February 2027 start from NZ$1,403, 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.

How much is parking at COUGAR House -Mt St Helens / Yale Lake Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at COUGAR House -Mt St Helens / Yale Lake Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at COUGAR House -Mt St Helens / Yale Lake Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is COUGAR House -Mt St Helens / Yale Lake Retreat located?

Located in the heart of Cougar, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument, Ape Caves and Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Ape Cave Lava Tubes is 11.9 mi (19.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to Mt. St. Helens trailhead.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great two-night stay while hiking in the area. The house was well equipped for cooking, and we loved using the fire pit for s’mores at night. The beds were very comfortable with high-quality bedding, and the property was pet-friendly, which made our two dogs very happy too. A cozy and comfortable stay overall!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay and didn’t use them but there were extra outside games and DVDs that would be fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great access to lakes
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place, will be back

Awesome place, will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property, great house and amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very cool place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paddle and fishing adventure

Great little cabin like get away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very cozy and excellent host.

We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house in cougar

Great place to get away for everything and enjoy being away from the busy city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ape caves adventure

The place was perfect for our family of 6. The host was very responsive and considerate! We really enjoyed the outdoor hangout space. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cougar house

House was nice, perfect size. Hot tub is actually a jet tub but all in all a good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, enough room to spread out in. Love the 2 bathrooms. It's in a quiet area but the little stores around the corner do have whatever you need (within reason). Caretakers are right across the street in case you need anything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cabin in Cougar

Cozy little cabin close to everything we needed. Lovely private outdoor space which really added to the experience. Good communication with Troy. Internet a bit wonky at times, but we worked it out!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
The beds were comfortable.. that is where the good review ends. The next door neighbors have roosters so be prepared to wake up at 4:30am, the pillows in one of the bedrooms had lots of hair on it, the jetted tub had black hair all over it. (See pictures), etc. It was just not as clean as one would like. Then the pictures look like you are across the street from the lake, but you are not. There is about a mile walk to get to the water so you NEED a truck to haul the kayaks. We had a car so no go for one of the #1 things I wanted to do. I even contacted the owners to ask about hauling the kayaks and was told you need a truck, good to know! If you are there to have a step above a hotel room, this is fine due to the washer and dryer and the space. If you want something clean, close to the lake, and quiet, this is not it. If I could redo our booking, I would have.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Needs some TLC outside

Great proximity to the Lake and Mt Saint Helens trails. Very close to a conscience store and bar/grill. The garden and outdoor space needed some spring cleaning and the outside patio chair cushions were ripped and dirty. Inside was cozy and we had everything we needed. We were disappointed there was only a jetted bath tub and not a hot tub like advertised. Owner was quick to respond when we got there and answered our questions. Our overall stay was good and it beat sleeping in a tent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cougar/Mt.Saint Helens Stay 2025

We had one of the best times at this small little gem! Cozy tucked away with plenty of privacy. The way the house is set up outside was a hit for me. As I like to spend most of my time outside. Although it was small it was very functional.. The house keeper lives nearby and gave us some great info on what to see and how to get there! She and her husband are very nice people!!! Would definitely stay there again! Host was great answering questions right away with a quick phone call.The beauty of this area and the location of this house is exactly how I pictured it would be..!! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a get away in the mountains!! 5 stars all the way!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun little cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Served its purpose. Close to everything we needed. Beds are high and hard to get in and out. A lot of cobwebs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great location walking distance to the Cougar store and Cougar bar and grill. Near the Ape Caves (15 min), Lahar Point and Lava Canyon (20 min), plus only and hour to Lewis Falls. the listing was as pictured, cozy, big enough for us and our teens. we had everything we needed plus the firepit was nice and the area was quiet. Great jumping off point for Mt. St Helens exploration and the host was super responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very accommodating and easy to connect with when we had an issue. The house was very clean, but also very fragrant. (If you are scent-sensitive, it will be overwhelming.) There's also a rooster right next door, so no need to worry about an alarm clock. The area is beautiful, and people are friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend stay in the Cougar House, close to great hikes and gorgeous scenery. The house was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed for our visit. We walked to breakfast at the Lone Pine Resort and dinner at the Cougar Bar & Grill- both great places with friendly staff. We're already planning another trip to explore the area more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet spot right in Cougar.

It is a clean property with all the things you need including air conditioning.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great snowy stay!

Had a great time at the cabin! Was very well situated and lots of room for 4 adults. One room has a large bed and a bunk bed and the other has a queen size bed with an ensuite. Cooking with the hot plates and the tabletop oven went well and it was nice to have a small dishwasher too. Would love to return in summer when we can enjoy the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Easy access to Lewis River

It was pretty much as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
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