Arctic Island Paradise! Mineral Lake to Mt Rainier

Sometimes in the early morning when the soft cotton mist hangs over the lake just right you can still hear the sound of the shingle saws...that piercing whirring and buzzing and the coarser growl when the sharp blade bites into a knot in the cedar. Skookie & Hooter's Lake House bridges its past mountain town history of working folks with present day amenities for travelers adding EV chargers, a chef's kitchen and warm evening breezes on the deck, to be followed by soft bedding and sweet dreams. The space Skookie & Hooter's Lake House is a two story home in Mineral Washington. It is situated behind the local grocery called the Mineral Market which offers two EV charging stations. A little further behind the house you will find the "Headquarters Tavern" which has been a watering hole in Mineral since 1904. Across from the tavern is the Lions' Den Campground which is directly on the lake. The public boat launch and dock is minutes away. About Skookie & Hooter My brother Jon and I had a fabulous grandfather. Our dad was in the military and served in Korea in the early '50s, leaving our mom to care for Jon and me. We were a little older than toddler age and our birthdays were three days short of a year apart. Mom made the decision to move to Neskowin Oregon so that we could live with her dad while we were without our dad. Neskowin is on the coast a few miles north of Lincoln City. It was during this time that Jon became "Hooter" and I became "Skookie." Grandpa bestowed these unique monikers upon us. I really never knew how he came up with these names but I always appreciated having such a cool nickname. Nowadays I see that "Skookie" designates a skillet cookie. You'll notice owls perched throughout the rooms and this is an homage to "Hooter." So, back to present day Mineral. This little mountain town is similar in many ways to Neskowin. Fresh clean air, big water nearby and the sweet smell of wood smoke wafting in. Country small town respect for others and the idea of a chosen family not just the family you landed into at birth. We hope that your stay in our little piece of heaven either helps you to recall some of your own cherished memories or helps you to craft some new ones. Thanks for visiting! Cordially, Skookie & Hooter Guest access Make yourselves at home. The downstairs holds a fishing cabin's bathroom with walk in shower. The closet found just outside the bathroom door holds extra bath and hand towels along with washcloths. The living room has a sofa and a chair-and-a-half which makes into a nice twin bed. The topper for this is located to the left of the entertainment center and bedding is inside the ottoman. TV is in the entertainment center with Netflix, Paramount+ and UTube apps. When leaving the living room you will come into the fully equipped chef's kitchen and the dining room. You will notice the Swedish wallpaper on the wall near the table which has owls in the design. That's for Hooter! Behind the bamboo beaded curtains you will find the laundry on one side and the coffee brewing area on the other side. The deck is outside off the dining room. It is furnished with four Adirondack chairs and a resin wicker outdoor seating set with table. There is a rug under this area. For outdoor meals there is a picnic table with umbrella on the deck. You will also see planters with double Knock Out rose bushes. The ones that were planted outside last year sadly fell victim to hungry local deer. You may want to use the Acorn Stair Lift to get upstairs. Even if you can climb the stairs you can use the lift to transport your luggage upstairs. There you will find Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, a living room with TV and a luxe bath with a bidet and a slipper tub. Enjoy some of the provided old fashioned bubble bath! Extra blankets, linens and pillows are in the dresser drawers and the armoires in the bedrooms. Other things to note We also have a separate sleeping area called the "Bunkieham Palace." It has a coffee maker, small refrigerator and it accommodates two guests. Bedding is located in the bunkhouse hamper. You will have use of an outdoor toilet if desired. There are two RV spaces located at the back of the property. We provide 50 amp electric service, potable water and septic. Contact the host for amount of nightly fees. Dog Policy: One dog per booking. Guest is responsible for collecting and disposing of dog waste. Dogs are not allowed on furniture or beds unless special dog blankets are used. These can be found in the lower right cupboard of the entertainment center in the living room. Please keep your dog on leash when walking in town. Dog fee is $35.00 per night and registered ESA pets will be charged. Dogs must have current vaccinations. SPECIAL NOTE: Guests booking two nights or more will receive all the fixings for a first morning breakfast. (Bacon or sausage, toast or muffins, fresh eggs, orange juice and coffee/tea). Lake life makes for a healthy appetite!