What exactly is an Octadecagon? Our "Yurt," is an 18-sided, custom-built, and exquisitely appointed wilderness cabin unlike any other. Over two years in construction, Roy Conant, allowed the spirit and materials of the "Yurt" to guide realization of a sweet, peaceful, and accessible wilderness respite. Accessible from inside the "Yurt" is a bathroom with a roll-in shower with seat and other facilities with transfer provisions. Privacy abounds in this Awesome Cabin, situated all by itself in the midst of forest and meadow of breathtaking beauty and sumptuous simplicity. Relax in your very own teak-wood hot tub on a private deck overlooking the wonders of nature. Be at peace with life and nature in our pastoral cabin while being just a short distance from the wondrous Columbia River Gorge, it's world-renowned spectacular scenery and waterfalls, and the bucolic villages which line its shores. The Wild and Scenic White Salmon and Klickitat Rivers, just a few miles away, offer amazing adventures year round to outdoor enthusiasts. Largely constructed from materials lovingly and gently harvested on-site, the Yurt at Rivendell is a sanctuary of peace and serenity, a place for rejuvenation and inspiration. Step back in time to a stress-free existence while the sun, the moon and the stars wink at you through the gentle undulations of the 100 year-old Douglas Firs Trees and the "Dome" of the Yurt itself. Relish the radiance of tranquility in your sojourn to heartsease and inspiration. Relax in your very own teakwood hot tub on a private deck overlooking the wonders of nature. Be at peace with life and nature in our pastoral cabin while being just a short distance from the wondrous Columbia River Gorge, it's world-renowned spectacular scenery and waterfalls, and the bucolic villages which line its shores. From Spring through Autumn, the Wild and Scenic White Salmon and Klickitat Rivers, just few miles away, offer White Water Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Fishing, Swimming, and other water sports The Yurt at Rivendell is "Glamping" at its finest, proffering essential amenities of the built world in a completely natural and stunningly beautiful environment in the country outside White Salmon. Whatever the season (Our Respite at Rivendell is available year-round) you are bound to be enthralled by the natural spectacle of nature and the opportunities therein to animate, energize, and satiate your entire being -- body, spirit, and soul! Guests will have full use of the yurt -- all to themselves -- and may enjoy the meadow and the forests on all of our 41 acres plus thousands of acres of adjacent forest lands. (Note: during fire season, check first about availability of access to nearby forest lands.) Guests have exclusive use of the facilities, including the awesome teakwood hot tub, at the Yurt. Our caretaker(s) are generally available but don't impose on our guests' privacy. While Airbnb might consider this a neighborhood, the neighbors are far away!! There are four houses, in addition to ours, in a two-mile stretch, and no one is closer than a city block -- and that is our caretaker. There is another rental on the property "Tree House Tranquil-A-Tree" which guests will pass enroute to the tree house. Other than that, it's you and nature -- How much better could it be than that??!! A car is required year-round. During the winter tire chains are sometimes required and 4-wheel/all-wheel drive vehicles are highly recommended. The county maintains the road, grading it as required and removing snow during winter months. *COVID 19 NOTES: We have adopted reservation guides and sanitizing protocols to meet and exceed Governor Inslee's Emergency Proclamation mandates. We will send our "STAY HOME AT OUR PLACE" pandemic policy which guests must read and respond to in order to proceed with the booking. Key Points: *At this time we recommend guests book only for those who cohabit/live in the same residential space or "bubble." *We follow CDC and WA state sanitation guidelines *In-Person interaction between guests and caretakers during your stay is limited to needing assistance or unexpected maintenance issues. Our contact info will be provided as well. NOTE: Because Airbnb does not offer a Pet option for their listings, please request our permission before bringing a dog. Pet fee of $25/dog fee and 7.5% tax will be invoiced through the Resolution Center NOTE: We require a minimum two night stay weekends and holidays. NOTE: We provide anti-bacterial hand soap and dish soap, but do not provide bath soap, body wash, or shampoo, or other toiletries. NOTE: While the Yurt is Wheel Chair friendly and on the electrical grid there is no telephone and access is from a 4-season gravel road. For that reason and for their safety any guests with severe physical limitations must be accompanied by at least one able-bodied adult to provide assistance with loading, unloading, and in case of an emergency. NOTE: We provide Salt & Pepper Only. Guests are encouraged to provide their spices of choice for the meals prepared on site. NOTE: Outside/Campfires: Due to insurance company policies outside fires are not allowed in our Fire Zone between May 15th and October 1st or during other times when a burn ban may be implemented by regional or local authorities.