The Steelhead House – Cozy 4BR Mountain Escape

Decorated for the holidays 🎁 now - January Escape to The Steelhead House, a restored historic 4-bed, 2-bath home filled with natural light in the heart of the North Cascades 🌲. A cozy, secluded year-round base for hiking, fishing, or relaxing, it offers comfort and character in equal measure. Supported by a new Kohler whole-home generator for uninterrupted heat, lights, WiFi, and comfort. There is a separate basement apartment, and quiet hours are observed to ensure a restful stay for all. The space Step into your private mountain retreat, where exposed beams, tall ceilings, and natural light create a warm welcome. To the right, the grand dining and living space invites gathering, with a table for six and a cozy wood-burning stove for snowy evenings. The open living area offers two lounge spaces: a sectional and Crate & Barrel recliner with a 56” TV (Apple TV, Netflix, Disney+, live channels), plus a luxurious Pottery Barn leather couch overlooking the glacial-blue Skagit River. For rainy days, enjoy puzzles, cards, and board games. The fully stocked kitchen features a gas stove, large oven, KitchenAid fridge, microwave, coffee maker (with complimentary coffee and tea), and all cookware needed for home-cooked meals. The main-floor bath offers a rain shower, while upstairs you’ll find a clawfoot soaking tub with lavender Epsom salts for relaxation. At night, retreat to bedrooms with plush bedding and memory foam mattresses: • Main Floor: Queen bed with Sauk Mountain views • Second Floor: Queen bed with river views; Twin bed with Sauk Mountain view; Twin bed with Sauk Mountain view Additional amenities include a washer/dryer with detergent and high-speed internet. French doors open to your private deck among towering trees, with dining for six. End your day under the stars at the custom stone firepit with Adirondack chairs, sharing stories beside the sound of the river. Reliable Power, No Matter the Weather: The property is equipped with a whole-home automatic generator, ensuring uninterrupted electricity, heat, and WiFi even during the occasional rural power outage. It turns on within seconds, so your stay is never disrupted From rustic to refined, The Skagit Steelhead House blends historic character with modern comfort — the perfect base for your North Cascades adventures. Guest access Guests have full private access to The Steelhead House and its deck, plus shared access to the outdoor firepit. Just beyond the backyard lies Howard Miller Steelhead Park, a year-round gem along the Skagit River. Known for world-class fishing and one of North America’s largest bald eagle migrations, the park also features two playgrounds and a scenic riverside trail built on the old railroad bed that put Rockport on the map in the 1920s. Other things to note Please note: there is a separate, fully private Airbnb apartment in the walkout basement below the main house. This listing is for the main home, with entry through the front door. There are no shared indoor spaces—only the backyard and parking are shared. Quiet hours begin at 10PM to ensure a peaceful stay for all guests.