It’s not too late to escape the city this winter in search of your very own winter wonderland. Here are four cozy, kid-friendly winter cabins not too far from Seattle that are available in December and January, made especially for those traveling with kids.
Logshire in Mt. Baker
Straight out of a storybook — that’s what we see when looking at Logshire, a kid-friendly winter cabin in Glacier. About three hours from Seattle, this cabin sleeps four and offers a hot tub, EV charger, and a complete work-from-home setup if parents need to log some hours. Kids coming? Get ready for miles of trails for sledding, snowshoeing, horseback riding, and biking (if conditions are safe). Warm up by the firepit at night or inside gaming (board or Xbox). If anyone gets cabin fever, you’re also 10 minutes from shops and grocery stores. As of this posting, dates are open in December and January, starting at $183 a night. (Image: Vrbo)
Waterfront Home in Hoodsport
Is it possible to have a cabin in the woods and a waterfront property with a mountain view? The answer is yes if you stay at this incredible home in Hoodsport. Oh, did we mention — with an arcade/game room, toys, a foosball table, bunk beds, and a pack-n-play — it’s also a kid’s dream? Sitting on the shores of Lake Cushman right by the Olympic National Park, there is plenty to do in winter. Alderbrook Golf and Yacht Club, several trailheads, and Potlach State Park are all within 25 miles, but there’s no need to leave your spot in front of the stone fireplace while the kids get wild in the game room. And those views? They speak for themselves. As of this posting, dates are available in December and January, starting at $248 a night. (Image: Vrbo)
Alpine Woods Cabin in Winthrop
When you have an infant/toddler and the rental comes with a travel crib … click book immediately! But this Winthrop cabin boasts more than just packing convenience. It sleeps six and backs up right against the Methow Valley Trail system, making the home a ski-in/ski-out property. Proximity to the MCT also means miles of snowshoeing and hiking/biking trails (if weather permits), as well as access to the river, nearby playground, and suspension bridge for the daring. The huge kitchen is great for whipping up meals to fill many bellies, while the kids play with games (board and video), in front of the river-rock gas fireplace. As of this posting, dates are open in December and January, starting at $160 a night. (Image: Vrbo)
Gr8 Ski & Golf in Leavenworth
It is not humanly possible to think of winter in the Pacific Northwest without considering Leavenworth. But Leavenworth prices (and availability) aren’t always doable. Enter: Gr8 Ski & Golf, a gem of a find in the Central Cascades near Lake Wenatchee, Stevens Pass, and yes – Leavenworth. The cabin sleeps six and has sleds, board games, puzzles, and books for kids of all ages. You’ll also be right next to a sledding hill at Kahler Glen, and you can rent skis and snowshoes at the nearby Plain Hardware store. Groomed cross-country ski trails are literally in your backyard, and Stevens Pass is just 25 minutes away. As of this posting, dates are still open in December and January, starting at $395 a night. (Image courtesy Vrbo)
