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There are treehouse vibes galore in this wood-clad, three-story midcentury house—the entrance is reached by way of an elevated deck, for instance—propped on a hill above the sandy beach-strewn Manzanita. The hosts are designers, and so the interior is inviting and airy, with hues of gray and yellow playing with the abundance of natural light. It may feel secluded here, but Neahkahnie Beach, a more subdued alternative to kayaking at nearby Nehalem Bay State Park, is only a five-minute stroll away.
There are treehouse vibes galore in this wood-clad, three-story midcentury house—the entrance is reached by way of an elevated deck, for instance—propped on a hill above the sandy beach-strewn Manzanita. The hosts are designers, and so the interior is inviting and airy, with hues of gray and yellow playing with the abundance of natural light. It may feel secluded here, but Neahkahnie Beach, a more subdued alternative to kayaking at nearby Nehalem Bay State Park, is only a five-minute stroll away.
Haystack Rock, a stunning intertidal structure, is found just below this cabin, but rain days are also a blast here, what with the cozy breakfast nook, wood-burning stove, and even the kitschy Tom Selleck pillow to rest upon. One of the hosts is an interior designer, and her expertise is reflected throughout—in the yoga-friendly upstairs loft, complete with jetted tub, the river rock flooring in the downstairs guest suite bathroom, and the wraparound deck festooned in string lights, where dining unfolds at a table conveniently shielded from spontaneous thunderstorms
Haystack Rock, a stunning intertidal structure, is found just below this cabin, but rain days are also a blast here, what with the cozy breakfast nook, wood-burning stove, and even the kitschy Tom Selleck pillow to rest upon. One of the hosts is an interior designer, and her expertise is reflected throughout—in the yoga-friendly upstairs loft, complete with jetted tub, the river rock flooring in the downstairs guest suite bathroom, and the wraparound deck festooned in string lights, where dining unfolds at a table conveniently shielded from spontaneous thunderstorms
Dating from 1936—the ceiling is crafted from the original rafters and sheathing— this once ramshackle shed was renovated by sculptor Todji Kurtzman, who used it as his studio for 15 years. Situated on the grounds of a rambling Southeast Portland house that is also available for rental, it embodies the city’s quirkiness, mixing old-growth barn wood, say, with a clawfoot tub, an eye-catching feather painting by Native American artist TJ Ravenwolf, and fittingly, a garden full of Kurtzman’s own bronze creations.
Dating from 1936—the ceiling is crafted from the original rafters and sheathing— this once ramshackle shed was renovated by sculptor Todji Kurtzman, who used it as his studio for 15 years. Situated on the grounds of a rambling Southeast Portland house that is also available for rental, it embodies the city’s quirkiness, mixing old-growth barn wood, say, with a clawfoot tub, an eye-catching feather painting by Native American artist TJ Ravenwolf, and fittingly, a garden full of Kurtzman’s own bronze creations.
Seemingly plucked from the woods of old Europe, this Bend apartment, a 10-minute walk to downtown’s restaurants and cafes, is one of three adjoining, private lofted spaces gathered inside one house, so be prepared to share the garden, grill, and hot tub. Beyond the tree-stump mailbox, the mood remains decidedly Hobbit House, featuring geometric windows, an impressive gas fireplace, and heaps of Northwest wood. A 19th-century dining table, Asian cabinet, and daybeds add a layer of elegance.
Seemingly plucked from the woods of old Europe, this Bend apartment, a 10-minute walk to downtown’s restaurants and cafes, is one of three adjoining, private lofted spaces gathered inside one house, so be prepared to share the garden, grill, and hot tub. Beyond the tree-stump mailbox, the mood remains decidedly Hobbit House, featuring geometric windows, an impressive gas fireplace, and heaps of Northwest wood. A 19th-century dining table, Asian cabinet, and daybeds add a layer of elegance.
McMinnville is prime Oregon wine country and while much of the day will be spent sipping—some 250 Willamette Valley wineries are within 20 miles and downtown alone has over 20 tasting rooms—this cottage, and its fairy light-brightened patio beside a redwood tree, is a place to keep the relaxed vibes going. Just past the hosts’ own home and the vegetable garden and chicken coop, it has a midcentury spirit, decked out in vivid colors and rotating artwork from the owners’ personal collection.
McMinnville is prime Oregon wine country and while much of the day will be spent sipping—some 250 Willamette Valley wineries are within 20 miles and downtown alone has over 20 tasting rooms—this cottage, and its fairy light-brightened patio beside a redwood tree, is a place to keep the relaxed vibes going. Just past the hosts’ own home and the vegetable garden and chicken coop, it has a midcentury spirit, decked out in vivid colors and rotating artwork from the owners’ personal collection.
Redmond, Bend’s neighbor to the north in Oregon’s high desert, is small, but planted between the Deschutes and Ochoco national forests, and only a 90-minute drive from the Painted Hills, it’s a gateway to recreational activities. Visitors yearning for a good-looking backdrop after their cycling adventures will want to check into this breezy white studio accentuated with cheerful tones of pink, blue, and yellow—the hosts own a local art hub in Bend—and packed with plants and books.
Redmond, Bend’s neighbor to the north in Oregon’s high desert, is small, but planted between the Deschutes and Ochoco national forests, and only a 90-minute drive from the Painted Hills, it’s a gateway to recreational activities. Visitors yearning for a good-looking backdrop after their cycling adventures will want to check into this breezy white studio accentuated with cheerful tones of pink, blue, and yellow—the hosts own a local art hub in Bend—and packed with plants and books.
Revamped in 2016, this contemporary A-Frame on the edge of Mount Hood National Forest, in rural Rhododendron, stands out for its design, like the spiral staircase leading up to the reading nook and bedrooms and a custom-made wood partition. Warming the open-plan layout is a basalt rock fireplace, directly across from the sink-into-it sectional on the Berber-woven Beni Ourain rug. A constant stream of cooking is rewarded with meals served at the dining room table, underneath a gleaming vintage Danish pendant.
Revamped in 2016, this contemporary A-Frame on the edge of Mount Hood National Forest, in rural Rhododendron, stands out for its design, like the spiral staircase leading up to the reading nook and bedrooms and a custom-made wood partition. Warming the open-plan layout is a basalt rock fireplace, directly across from the sink-into-it sectional on the Berber-woven Beni Ourain rug. A constant stream of cooking is rewarded with meals served at the dining room table, underneath a gleaming vintage Danish pendant.
An interior design scheme showcasing pieces of Lego might be deemed a novelty, but this house set on a wooded lot in Seattle’s Matthews Beach neighborhood balances whimsy with sophistication. Here, the kitchen is tastefully graced with wide swathes of those interlocking plastic bricks, a playful counterpoint to the midcentury-style living room. By contrast, fans of outdoor fun will relish proximity to the Burke-Gilman Trail.
An interior design scheme showcasing pieces of Lego might be deemed a novelty, but this house set on a wooded lot in Seattle’s Matthews Beach neighborhood balances whimsy with sophistication. Here, the kitchen is tastefully graced with wide swathes of those interlocking plastic bricks, a playful counterpoint to the midcentury-style living room. By contrast, fans of outdoor fun will relish proximity to the Burke-Gilman Trail.
A godsend for Seattle denizens craving nature, Granite Falls can be reached from the metropolis in about an hour, and this asymmetrical A-frame with the exposed beams makes for one serene sleepover. Resting atop a granite ledge overlooking water that flows through the Cascade Mountains, it was originally built in the 1970s, but is now contemporized with objects from the hosts’ duo of Seattle design and plant shops. Let the hours evaporate by reading in the hammock loft, dozing in the sky-lit bedroom, or splashing in the hot tub on the back porch.
A godsend for Seattle denizens craving nature, Granite Falls can be reached from the metropolis in about an hour, and this asymmetrical A-frame with the exposed beams makes for one serene sleepover. Resting atop a granite ledge overlooking water that flows through the Cascade Mountains, it was originally built in the 1970s, but is now contemporized with objects from the hosts’ duo of Seattle design and plant shops. Let the hours evaporate by reading in the hammock loft, dozing in the sky-lit bedroom, or splashing in the hot tub on the back porch.
For those who can’t snag accommodations at the Willows Inn, Lummi Island’s star attraction that now has COVID-19 hygiene protocols in place, this whitewashed dwelling a short walk from Sunset Beach—and the inn’s must-dine-at restaurant—is a fine substitute. Hang out by the propane gas fireplace in the sunken living area, cook on the Bertazzoni range, or take a book up to the loft for a spell. Salish Sea and Orcas Island vistas can be reveled in through the wall of sliding glass doors and from the commodious deck.
For those who can’t snag accommodations at the Willows Inn, Lummi Island’s star attraction that now has COVID-19 hygiene protocols in place, this whitewashed dwelling a short walk from Sunset Beach—and the inn’s must-dine-at restaurant—is a fine substitute. Hang out by the propane gas fireplace in the sunken living area, cook on the Bertazzoni range, or take a book up to the loft for a spell. Salish Sea and Orcas Island vistas can be reveled in through the wall of sliding glass doors and from the commodious deck.
Ride the ferry from Anacortes, and in less than 10 minutes you’ll arrive on petite Guemes Island and this bespoke beauty. The slanted roof, ribbed façade, and Murphy bed hiding in the office have modernist flair, unexpected for the middle of the forest. Still, the atmosphere is laidback and genial, with a wood-fired stove and glass doors that open onto a picnic table. Grab one of the bikes and explore the area’s beaches and parks, then retreat to one of the updated Adirondack chairs.
Ride the ferry from Anacortes, and in less than 10 minutes you’ll arrive on petite Guemes Island and this bespoke beauty. The slanted roof, ribbed façade, and Murphy bed hiding in the office have modernist flair, unexpected for the middle of the forest. Still, the atmosphere is laidback and genial, with a wood-fired stove and glass doors that open onto a picnic table. Grab one of the bikes and explore the area’s beaches and parks, then retreat to one of the updated Adirondack chairs.
Big families will gravitate toward this spacious lake house with the wraparound deck and sun-streaked kitchen on Puget Sound’s Anderson Island. Grab a rowboat or kayak to become acquainted with Lake Florence just outside, or head to Interlachen Park, a block away, to play tennis. Do spend the evening with a nightcap by the fire pit, but during cold spells, watch a film on the projector in the open-plan living area or better yet, curl up by the wood stove.
Big families will gravitate toward this spacious lake house with the wraparound deck and sun-streaked kitchen on Puget Sound’s Anderson Island. Grab a rowboat or kayak to become acquainted with Lake Florence just outside, or head to Interlachen Park, a block away, to play tennis. Do spend the evening with a nightcap by the fire pit, but during cold spells, watch a film on the projector in the open-plan living area or better yet, curl up by the wood stove.
Salish Sea, and all its aquatic escapades, is close by, as is Olympic National Park. To honor the regional landscape, this Port Angeles guesthouse opted for a cool palette, enlivened by a centerpiece Hawaii blue sofa, Appropriately, it melds with such elements as reclaimed slate countertops, salvaged live edge wood, and polished cement floors. At night, the bedroom, with its skylight-punctured ceiling, bring in the stars.
Salish Sea, and all its aquatic escapades, is close by, as is Olympic National Park. To honor the regional landscape, this Port Angeles guesthouse opted for a cool palette, enlivened by a centerpiece Hawaii blue sofa, Appropriately, it melds with such elements as reclaimed slate countertops, salvaged live edge wood, and polished cement floors. At night, the bedroom, with its skylight-punctured ceiling, bring in the stars.
Smack in the center of Washington State Wine Country is Cave B Estate Winery in Quincy, currently open for tastings by reservation in the alfresco piazza. On its grounds is a community of sleek cabins—look elsewhere if privacy is mandatory—by Seattle design firm Olson Kundig, including this one. With architecture informed by the Ancient Lakes wine region’s topography, and sightlines of the Columbia River Gorge courtesy of the sliding floor-to-ceiling doors and outdoor patio, it’s truly a high-desert respite.
Smack in the center of Washington State Wine Country is Cave B Estate Winery in Quincy, currently open for tastings by reservation in the alfresco piazza. On its grounds is a community of sleek cabins—look elsewhere if privacy is mandatory—by Seattle design firm Olson Kundig, including this one. With architecture informed by the Ancient Lakes wine region’s topography, and sightlines of the Columbia River Gorge courtesy of the sliding floor-to-ceiling doors and outdoor patio, it’s truly a high-desert respite.
A tiny outbuilding offers a cozy living space inside a simple shell.
A tiny outbuilding offers a cozy living space inside a simple shell.
Getaway offers rentable micro cabins to help urban dwellers escape the daily grind.
Getaway offers rentable micro cabins to help urban dwellers escape the daily grind.
De Rosee Sa designed and built this black timber cabin on a budget of $32,872. The home’s exterior, which was stained using tractor engine oil, references the rural vernacular of its locale.
De Rosee Sa designed and built this black timber cabin on a budget of $32,872. The home’s exterior, which was stained using tractor engine oil, references the rural vernacular of its locale.
Bay Point Landing offers cabin and Airstream accommodations, RV sites, a communal clubhouse, an indoor saltwater pool, an event hall, a private beach—and plenty of open spaces for surfing, whale watching, crabbing, fishing, or hiking.
Bay Point Landing offers cabin and Airstream accommodations, RV sites, a communal clubhouse, an indoor saltwater pool, an event hall, a private beach—and plenty of open spaces for surfing, whale watching, crabbing, fishing, or hiking.
In the public spaces, large sliding glass doors provide a seamless connection for indoor/outdoor living.
In the public spaces, large sliding glass doors provide a seamless connection for indoor/outdoor living.

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