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Lake front Lodge on Lake Swift

Find tranquility at this stunning waterfront retreat. Create lifelong memories with family and friends while enjoying water sports, hiking, or simply relaxing by a roaring fire.

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Exterior
4 bedrooms, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong
Pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lake front Lodge on Lake Swift

This property has a brand new deck and glass railing, new sliding screens on the doors and other general yearly repairs to make your stay is perfect! Beautiful Waterfront Log Lodge on Lake Swift, 4 bedroom with two Master suites with jetted tubs, decks off three of the bedrooms each with a spectacular view of the Lake, large gourmet kitchen with double ovens, kitchen is fully stocked with dishes, silverware, pots and pans and most anything you will need to cook and enjoy your family and friends, kitchen has lots of counter space and is open to the Grand Family Room. The Grand family room has a large fireplace and is furnished with lots of comfortable leather couches and chairs, Large deck with dining area, and fire pit, BBQ and rocking chairs, The is cabin has 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms two Master suites with king beds, 3rd bedroom has two queen beds, The 4th bedroom is a family bunk bedroom with 4 queen beds. Lake swift is a 10 mile lake great for boating, waterskiing, fishing, jet skiing, sailing, swimming, hiking, reading, or just relaxing on the Lake! Gated and Secluded for complete privacy and relaxation, this cabin sits on 32 private acres. Cabin has paddle boards, kayak and floating toys that can be used at no additional cost. Activities in the area are hiking around Mt St Helens, Ape caves, golfing in Woodland or at The Skamania Lodge, zip lining at the Skamania Lodge, dining in Cougar Washington or in Skamania.

This is one Vacation your family will never forget!
The water level on Lake Swift is controlled by Pacific Power And Light. Our Log Lodge is on the Damn side of the Lake, so we are not effected as much from the water level when it goes up and down. The Lodge sits on a beautiful Cove. This Lodge is totally off grid with all the conviences of home, just working a bit differently, as we operate off a generator system. Although we are off-grid and remote, we do have Wi-Fi available through Starlink.

Website to view current water level for Swift Reservoir: www.northwoods-at-Swift.com/links

Pontoon boat rental is available with the following:
$1000 Security Deposit for potential damages
$200 Cleaning Fee
$300 Fuel Cost
Credit Card information to place on file
The Hold Harmless Agreement you will sign covers all water crafts and toys.

Rental Rates:
$1200/ Day + Fuel
$2700/ 3 Days + Fuel
$3200/ 4 Days + Fuel
$3700/ 5 Days +Fuel

Requirements:
$1000 deposit (Returned once the boat has been inspected to determine no damage was caused)
$200 Cleaning Fee
$300 Boat Fuel
Front and back photos of a credit card to place on file for potential damages
Front and back photos of valid boating license from driver
No smoking on boat
Cancellations cannot be made within 30 days of your stay. We appreciate your understanding, as this policy is necessary to accommodate the time, effort and cost required to transport the boat to the launch, anchor and secure it at the lodge, and retrieve the trailer once the rental period is over.

If you need to change your scheduled dates you may reschedule for another date and time at no additional charge.

Weddings, Family Reunions, Birthday’s, Anniversaries, special events and business events available; please call for pricing. All special events must have prior approval before your stay.
Monthly pricing available; please call for details
(360) 907-3245

All guests names, make/model of vehicles, as well as pets must be registered DM via the VRBO app. Only registered guests are allowed on property during your stay.

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Property manager

Delain Kemper

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: This property is non smoking

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs allowed if pre arranged and cleaning fee paid

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Minors must be accompanied by primary renter.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Call for special occasion pricing.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Front On Swift Stevenson
Lake Front Lodge on Lake Swift Stevenson
Lake Front Lodge on Lake Swift Private vacation home
Lake Front Lodge on Lake Swift Private vacation home Stevenson

About the area

Map
Cougar, WA

What's nearby

  • Ape Caves - 11 min drive
  • Toutle River - 14 min drive
  • Marble Mountain Sno-Park - 16 min drive
  • Mount St. Helens - 22 min drive
  • Climbers Bivouac Trailhead - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ape Cave - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake front Lodge on Lake Swift pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Lake front Lodge on Lake Swift?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake front Lodge on Lake Swift?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake front Lodge on Lake Swift located?

This family-friendly Stevenson holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lewis River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ape Caves and Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Toutle River and Marble Mountain Sno-Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Lake front Lodge on Lake Swift Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammy T.

Girls getaway
Stunning views, great space, had a fun adventure to the close by Ape Cave.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia S.

Most Memorable!
We sought a special place to celebrate a milestone birthday weekend with family, and this home exceeded all expectations: super spacious, comfortable and well-appointed. There are some unique aspects to being "off the grid" that can be a bit tricky (e.g. heat provided by gas wall units and fireplace), but the property manager was immediately responsive to help us understand/solve the minor challenges we had. The location is a bit remote, but SPECTACULAR and very convenient to the sights and hikes around Mt. St. Helens.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

George H.

The stay
Fantastic lodge and location with beautiful view. However, it was hard to find despite directions. Also, the generator is too complicated to get get going. we had two engineers in our group who finally figured it out after some calls to property manager. For people who have been traveling a long distance and arrive to deal with a generator issue is burdensome and we would recommend some alternatives. We sat in the dark for several hours waiting for generator to prune,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharina L.

Wonderful Lodge and Experience
We had a family reunion with three generations present.The Lodge was ideally set up for all of us. There were enough things to do to keep everybody connected and entertained. Two of the days there were cold and cloudy. The Lodge was cozy and there was ample fire-wood to provide warmth and ambience. The kitchen was so well stocked that we were able to enjoy some elaborate meals for the whole family. It was incredibly peaceful and there was only one other boat out on the water in all three days we were there. The location is beautiful. We had no problems navigating the drive-way and there was ample parking space for our five vehicles. We would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nanci L.

Perfect Summer Getaway
This very private property offers spectacular views, a lovely swimming area with raft and lots of beach toys. It was a perfect family retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michele O.

Cabin
Great location and house for large family. Loved having the pontoon boat and playing on the lake. Close to great hikes. Perfect place for a large family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Slice of heaven!
We stayed at the lodge and had a wonderful time. April showers kept us in most of the time so we enjoyed the expanse of this lovely home! Plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti H.

Great stay at a wonderful lakefront home!
This house was a wonderful location for 2 families with kids plus grandparents. Plenty of room for everyone and the views are beautiful. The house is very well appointed overall and we could find everything we needed. The communication from the property manager was excellent overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

WOW factor!
Absolutely worth it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Beautiful secluded property
Beautiful secluded property with lots of nearby hiking and additional lakes. This was our second summer of making it our last summer hurrah at the reservoir.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jason E., Camas, WA

Family & Friends getaway
amazing! Home ow er was easy to get in touch with. House was everything and more. Would love to go again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vicki W., Portland

Amazing 50th birthday
Our stay was amazing! The environment was serene and relaxing. Lodge was outstanding, had everything we needed for cooking and enjoying the lake. It might be helpful for future guests to know that you have a ladder you need to be able to navigate to get to the water and would highly recommend an all wheel drive to get to the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Richard B.

Great Visit at the Lake Lodge
Our family group of 15 spent three great days at the Lodge. The beautiful log construction is impressive, offering plenty of deck and inside options for relaxing. Vast counter space in the well-stocked kitchen. Inflatable dock and floaties offer fun on the lake which was a perfect temperature for swimming and floating. We had some confusion regarding sleeping space, but the current on-line description is accurate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eryn W.

What a view!
Just wow! We had such a wonderful time. We spent the majority of our time on the deck or down by the lake. Don’t forget to bring some wine to take in this view!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Charles B.

Excellent lake house
Incredible location on the lake. The house was clean and well equipped. Climbing down to the lake is a rather steep hill so may be difficult for the elderly or very young. It's wonderful that some water toys and small boats are included in the rental, but they were in rather bad shape when we rented, hopefully they have been replaced or repaired.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laloni C.

It was the perfect get-a-way for our family!
It was utterly amazing. The house was better than it was portrayed to be. It was very well stocked and it held our family of 16! If you like a country feel and away from the crowds this is the place to go. The land is steep and probably not a good fit for the very old. We loved our stay....some of the grandkids wanted us to buy it!! LOL!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven V.

Family Weekend Retreat
Beautiful lakeside cabin on large acreage that easily accommodated our family gathering (12 guests). Closest neighbors cannot be seen nor heard. It felt like we had the entire lake to ourselves. It can be tricky locating the driveway as there isn’t really any signage or indication you’ve reached the property, but I was able to locate the property ahead of time using Google satellite imagery in combination with the directions provided by the property manager. Kitchen is well stocked. Pictures on the inside of the cabinets showing where everything goes is a nice touch. The path down to the shore is steep as advertised, but we all managed just fine and the kids enjoyed the water trampoline while the adults enjoyed kayaking and the SUPs. There are no drapes or curtains, so one should pack sleep masks if they intend to sleep in as first light comes early in summer. On the last day of our stay, we were somehow locked out of the kitchen pantry (we still don’t know how that happened), but the property manager was extremely responsive and was able to resolve the issue. The property manager was also helpful in responding to all my questions prior to our arrival. Bedrooms were great. Kids loved the bunks. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa E., Seattle, WA

Liked: Check-in
Fabulous of the grid vacation - listing incomplete
This beautiful home is in a spectacular location- perched like a tree house above the sparsely populated lake, on which there were times we saw no other boats at all. The meticulously clean home has luxe furnishings and a large kitchen. The show stopper is the deck. Owners responded immediately by text to any question and offered the use of their boat in compensation for a check-in mishap. Some things we wish we had known that were not reflected in the description. If you are using the app you won’t see that the house is on a generator. On the website it mentions this, but it might help to know that it must be turned off by 10pm so depending on your overnight electrical needs (cpap, late dinner, etc) and how long you sleep in, it may be inadequate. The access to the very small rocky beach is by an aluminum ladder that may be inaccessible to some in your group, and requires someone strong to maneuver boats in and out of the water. There are some amazing local hikes but as of this year they require online reservations. We did not get ATT cell service, and the wifi did not reliably support video calls (turned out to be nice for most of us, but one person had to return home for some necessary meetings). Lastly, I would recommend arriving in the light- access is by a downstairs door without outside light accessed stairs that felt precarious in the rain, into a dark basement. The spectacular setting, comfortable home, and responsive owners made it a wonderful vacation, but I was disappointed at how incompletely the listing described our actual experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Great Bachlaextravangza for the bride to be!
My friend is a total outdoors, mountains, lakes, hiking enthusiast. This was the perfect bachelorette excursion with 10 friends. Plenty of sleeping accommodations, beautiful deck and large indoor areas. Access to water, floating dock and many other water toys including the pontoon boat we rented. BEAUTIFUL place, highly recommend. I may be bringing my family back here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Lovely Log Cabin
This log cabin is a sturdy work of art! Incredibly beautiful with thoughtful design. The bedrooms were a generous size and the areas for gathering in the upper loft and family room were perfect for playing games and reading. The location of the cabin is awesome with its own cove. We brought our own boat and docked it onto an anchored buoy and tree stump. Access to the boat was tricky as the floating dock required to be pumped up for each use, but the family all agreed it was worth it. The driveway had too many hairpin turns that we were required to pay for our trailer and towing vehicle to stay parked at the Forest Campground where the boat launch was located. It worked out just fine since we took two cars, we recommend others do the same if they bring their own boat. The younger adults loved the paddle boards and we all loved the view from the patio! Absolutely stunning! There’s even a waterfall on the opposite side of the lake! We highly recommend this property for those who want a true log cabin experience. It’s the perfect location for fun times on the lake and a day trip to the Ape Caves, Lava Canyon Trail, and Lahar Viewpoint of Mt. St. Helen’s.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Lovely Lakeside Weekender
A quick trip from Portland to this lovely cabin right on the water! The cabin and setting is spectacular. The lake is big and beautiful -- we expected a "party lake" vibe but we had the place to ourselves. It was serene. All friends agreed we must make an annual trip out of it. We spent most of our days on the floating docks and SUPs provided by the hosts, but when it was time to break away from splashing around and make a meal the kitchen had everything we needed. A few tips after the stay: Bring a lot of ice and use the large drink cooler, the less you open the fridge the better There are no window coverings (by design), which means the first thing you see in the morning is the lake. There are some sleep masks provided but I recommend bringing your own. Lastly, always remove sunglasses before jumping in the water
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen M.

Great getaway
We loved this place. 8 longtime friends from across the country met at the cabin. It was a lovely gathering place. Intimate spots for good conversations, big dining table for group meals, quiet spots for reading time. The lake is spectacular and when we were there it was as if it was our own. It's off the grid, but not that far off the grid. Quiet. Beautiful scenes off the decks and out windows.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Sharon B., Portland, Oregon

The Girls Trip
This is a truly beautiful spot. The views from the house are incredible. Very open and spacious floor plan. Lots of great hiking trails can be found not too far away (do your research beforehand as the WiFi was very spotty). Four wheel drive vehicles are a must to navigate the steep, rocky driveway down to the house. Also good to note getting the Paddle boards down and back to the water from the garage requires strong, fit people.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christie M.

A dream!
The lodge and property were beyond our expectations, and was the perfect location to celebrate my husband’s birthday. Extremely private and quiet, with lots of room for the nine adults in our group. The kitchen is well stocked, all the furniture is comfortable, with lots of seating options both inside and out. Much of our time was spent at the lake, and on the deck watching the stars at night. We ditched our plans for hiking and didn’t leave the property for our entire five night stay, it was just so lovely.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ke M.

Excellent stay!
When you stay here you feel as though you have the entire reservoir to yourselves! Not one nearby cabin or hangout. And, at-least for our stay, hardly any activity on the water making it feel like we truly had the place to ourselves. On top of that, communication with staff was prompt and extremely helpful. Without a last minute change to our reservation (adding the pontoon rental), our planned boating weekend would have been a failure as we had a day-of cancellation at another boat rental location in Portland. Highly recommend this cabin to anyone who can afford it. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022