Tucked beneath towering maples, surrounded by massive old growth stumps, and looking out to the spectacular river and mountain view is the perfect roost for all birds of a feather to perch- and once you experience this relaxing retreat, you’ll be sure to exclaim “Owl Be Back”! The peaceful and private yard, sparkling spa, open floor plan, and perfect proximity to year-round adventure makes this the ideal home for family and friends to gather. The space Living area- The cozy living area has seating for 6 guests, plenty of large pillows for the kids too - 50 inch flat screen - Complimentary Netflix, or use your own streaming services - Wood stove with starter supply of wood provided - Lots of Board games and books, specifically selected for your enjoyment. Kitchen / Dining- The open floor plan allows or everyone to join in the fun- whether gathering around the dining table for a game or keeping chef company while those holiday meals are being prepped Outdoor- Owl Be Back’s private, grassy and open 1/3 acre leads up to the river’s edge where you can enjoy a secluded beach area and incredible views. Massive old growth stumps and maples surround the lot, creating a wonderfully peaceful haven. - Sparkling hot tub right out the back door on expansive deck - Outdoor fire pit (please bring your own wood, our seasoned wood is for the wood stove) - Outdoor seating for fire pit or river’s edge - Propane and charcoal grill (propane provided, (bring your own charcoal) - Private Skykomish river frontage with excellent river access all year What to do: You’ll be smack middle of the North Central Cascade mountains, with hiking, rock climbing, rafting, skiing and pretty much all outdoor recreation you can think of all around yet still only 20 minutes from the local grocery store and dining options. This is an excellent location to also enjoy other Washington adventures as it’s about an hour from Seattle, the Bavarian themed village of Leavenworth, or a couple hours to the sound for whale watching, island hopping and more. Guest access Guests will have access to the entire home save for a few small locked storage spaces and one of the upstairs bedrooms. You can rent the entire property including this bedroom through our main listing for Owl Be Back! Other things to note -Communication Our area has many places where there is little to no cell reception so please do not rely on internet based apps such as a map app to get to your property. It is imperative that you either print the information we are sending, especially the Final Arrival Instructions we send a week before your stay, or have it downloaded somehow offline so you can access it on the way. We will provide the best contact number to reach us once you have booked. During your stay, you will receive the fastest response by calling (leave a message if no answer!), message through Airbnb or texting us as we are not monitoring emails 24/7. -What is provided Although all our properties are individually owned with unique style, amenities and settings, all Tree Line Vacation Rentals come standard with: -propane grill, propane provided -standard coffee maker with a reusable gold filter -coffee service including 2 packets (for 2 pots) of fair trade coffee and a small selection of teas and sugars -spice rack (cooking oil is not provided as it is a perishable item). -towels and linens (1.5 x occupancy towels provided, min. 4, so be sure your guest count is accurate). -amenity size shampoo and body wash -fully equipped kitchen (pots, pans, dishes, etc) -dish, dishwasher, hand and laundry soap -a few bundles of firewood and some fire starters where wood burning fireplaces are available. Note: our seasoned wood is not for outdoor use, please bring your own wood for campfires. If you think you'll need more than the few bundles of wood we provide, please bring more and wood is usually available to purchase in the area. -Damage protection Our guests are automatically protected by the Waivo damage protection program. -Check in/ check out Your property will be ready by 4pm. You will have keyless entry and can arrive at your leisure any time after 4. Departure is 11am. Please be sure to check out on time so we can get the home ready for the next guests. Check out procedures are posted at the property and will also be emailed the last day of your stay. Note: no late departures or early arrivals June 15-Sept 3 or Dec 15-Jan 3 due to the busyness of the seasons -This is a cabin in the woods in the mountains: This is a cabin in a rural / semi-rural setting where weather, wildlife including pests, utility outages, road conditions and other impacts from being in a wilderness setting exist. Although we do regular pest control and have stellar cleaning service, even the newest homes can have uninvited pests. If you already know the site of one will ruin your stay, take this opportunity to rebook your vacation in a setting not surrounded by wilderness. Otherwise, you are accepting in this agreement that you understand that occasional wildlife and insects not ordinarily seen in other settings may be on the property. Guests are expected to be prepared with awd / 4wd or chains to handle driving in inclement/ winter weather. Guests are expected to be able to manage common home operations such as resetting a breaker, unclogging a toilet or using the fireplace. Guests understand that internet and power outages are beyond management's control and although management can help report such outages, ongoing updates and resolutions come from the utility companies directly. -Neighbors All our homes feel private, often surrounded by thick trees and wilderness, and hot tubs are all private- just for you- and situated so that you will feel like there is no one else around so guests return home feeling relaxed and refreshed. But- we are just an hour from Seattle and population continues to grow, so keep in mind that most of these homes are in communities with neighboring houses. "Secluded" in our area usually means off-grid with no power or water which are amenities we would prefer to provide! -Utilities Our homes are all on wells or have systems that bring water from the river. It is then thoroughly filtered and all systems have been tested to assure it is potable water. However, minerals in the ground often may add an orange taint that can stain spas, toilets, sinks and tubs. Do not be alarmed, it is just something that happens when the water table changes. Power outages may happen and are often resolved quite quickly unless caused by inclement weather. If your life depends on constant electricity or internet access, staying in the wilderness in a national forest is not advised. Well pumps are also run by electricity so in case of power outages, the water will also be out. We provide emergency lighting, some emergency water, water from spas can be poured in a toilet to flush and most homes have firewood for heat, so guests have the option to wait it out or depart and receive a 30% refund of the nights impacted as per Airbnb’s Extenuating Circumstances policy. We highly recommend purchasing trip insurance, especially during the months of inclement weather when outages can be frequent. -River The river changes with the seasons, and each year banks and access points may change as well, so we are unable to make any guarantees on what the condition of the river or access will be but we do our best to maintain access during warmer months. Many of our homes are set between waterfalls. If you plan on navigating the river in boats or floats, please be sure you know the river well or contact someone that does (us, Alpine Adventures, or Outdoor Adventure Center). Children should never be unattended at the river (or in spas). Life jackets are recommended, especially for children, but not provided. The spring months of April - June/ early July tend to be the most dangerous because the weather gets hot, the river looks cool, and everyone wants to swim- but at these times the river is swift and cold from snow melt and the undercurrent is deadly. Please use caution! Please also make sure to check current fishing regulations if you plan on fishing. -Usage Owners are sharing their private homes with you, so please honor this privilege by being a respectful guest and neighbor. Events, parties, or gatherings with non-paying guests are not allowed and occupancy is strictly enforced. Pets need to be kept on a leash when out and about and clean up your pet waste. Firearms and fireworks are strictly forbidden!! It is important we all follow these easy rules so counties and neighborhoods will continue to welcome vacation rentals and their guests. Thank you! -Make sure you've received "Final Arrival Insturctions" email before you go. A week before your arrival, we will send your "Final Arrival Instructions" via email, and this will have all the information you need to get to, and into, the cabin including access codes and directions. It is important you have this document available offline when you go as cell reception may be spotty on the way. We encourage you to follow our detailed directions, not gps. -Make sure your guest and pet count are correct Double check your details, including guest and pet count, to be sure we have the correct information. If you wish to have visiting guests, please let us know in advance so we do not assume they are unauthorized nightly guests. Pets are welcome for just $50 each. We expect pet waste to be picked up and properly bagged in outdoor trash bins. Pets absolutely cannot be left in homes unattended unless they are crated!