NEW HOT TUB! Cozy & relaxing for romantic getaways. Great for family fun & special celebrations too -- Easter weekend, Mother's Day weekend and Father's Day weekend are still available.

The Harmony Retreat is located less than 2 miles north of Mossyrock, WA (20 miles east of I-5's exit 68, off US Hwy 12/White Pass Scenic Byway), on the east end of beautiful Mayfield Lake in a quiet, upscale lakeside neighborhood of mostly vacation homes, with some year-round residents.

The west-facing custom-built home has filtered lake views from most of the rooms and from the covered deck. In the evening, watch the sun set over the glistening lake, and at night, gaze at the stars shining brightly in the night sky, unobstructed by city lights. In winter, snow sports are just an hour away at White Pass Ski Resort and Mt. Rainier National Park.

ACCOMMODATIONS

The home is well-equipped for a family or small group to enjoy (maximum 8 people, including no more than 7 adults), yet intimate enough for a couple's romantic getaway. The primary bedroom upstairs has a queen bed with memory foam topper and twin convertible chair-bed. The cozy room also has a vaulted ceiling and ceiling fan, comfortable chairs for reading/relaxing, 32" smart HDTV (log in to your own streaming subscriptions), and a full bathroom with a soaking tub and double sinks.

On the main level, the other bedroom has a queen bed and colorful boho decor, and a 32" smart HDTV (log in to your own streaming subscriptions). Across the hall, there's a second bathroom with tub/shower.

Besides the 2 bedrooms, other sleeping options in the open/non-private areas include:
* a double size bed tucked into the alcove of the open loft adjacent to the upstairs bedroom
* a queen sofabed with added memory foam in the living room
* a twin rollaway bed

There's a portacrib for little ones, and two single sleeping mats that can be used outside on the deck if you want an outdoor sleeping/napping experience.

The Harmony Retreat's Great Room invites the outside in with its two-story wall of windows facing the lake. This room features a wood-burning fireplace, 40" smart HDTV (log in to your own streaming subscriptions) with DVD player, hardwood floors, ceiling fan, and two spacious sofas. The large, open kitchen is fully equipped with all you need to enjoy cooking and baking, including a new Jenn-Air range. The dining table and counter bar together seat 8.

The Harmony Retreat has secure wireless Internet access, so feel free to bring your tablet or laptop. There is a folding desk and chair available if you need to set up a remote workspace during your visit.

Enjoy a variety of board games, books, magazines, and classic DVDs for all ages.

Central heating and the fireplace make the home comfy-cozy in winter. Air conditioning and ceiling fans keep things cool in the summer. There's a complete laundry room with washer, dryer, iron and ironing board too.

OUTSIDE

The 1/3-acre property features richly varied naturescaping, with paths, garden art, seating spots, and many whimsical touches. Lovingly created by the original owners, these grounds are a retreat too, a place to become steeped in nature's beauty while walking the paths or viewing from the second floor deck or the hot tub below the deck. Relax on the patio, gather around the gas fire pit table to roast marshmallows, and share laughter and stories.

No matter the weather, the covered deck off the main floor invites guests to enjoy the fresh air, with several seating areas, a hammock, two dining tables, and a Weber gas grill.

NEARBY

The private community dock is just down the street, where you can launch your motor boat for a day of fishing (lake is open for fishing year-round) or water-skiing. Or bring your jet-skis, canoe, kayak, or raft to explore the 13-mile lake and adjacent Cowlitz River canyons. (Note that there is no boat moorage or tow vehicle parking; boaters need to bring tow vehicle back to driveway a short walk away.)

Across the street and through a greenbelt, there's a community swimming dock and lakeside picnic table. At the other end of the lake (15 min drive), boat rentals are available at the marina.

Bike, jog, or walk on scenic country roads that meander through forest and meadows, where you're likely to spot farm animals, fields of flowers, wildlife, birds, and vistas of Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Adams, Mt. Rainier, and the neighboring foothills.

Or head out by car to visit the rural towns of Mossyrock (which has some fun shopping and eating options) and nearby Morton, explore nature trails and the lake at Ike Kinswa State Park, see the Mossyrock Dam, go geocaching, take a day trip to Mt. Rainier National Park to hit the trails (remember to bring chains Nov. 1-April 30), see waterfalls, and learn about the park's natural wonders at the visitors center, enjoy snow sports at nearby White Pass, go shopping at the outlet and antique stores and have lunch at historic McMenamins in nearby Centralia, take a steam train ride through the countryside from Centralia or Elbe, view Mt. St. Helens from the secluded northeast approach when open, and drive the back roads of this unique region.

(For all rates, there is a 9.8% lodging tax, $180 cleaning fee, and refundable deposit. VRBO also charges a separate booking fee that they keep.) CHECK OUT OUR YEAR-ROUND SPECIALS TOO! Please mention special in your initial inquiry and your rate quote will be adjusted.
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ANNIVERSARY DISCOUNT: If you're coming to celebrate an anniversary that falls within a week of your stay, let us know the number of years and we'll deduct that from your total stay. 50th anniversary = $50 off your stay. (Please provide proof of anniversary.)

SOLO RETREAT: Take some 'Me' time for just $179/night (for 1 person) with a 3 night min midweek (Sun-Thurs., except holidays) from October-April. Work on your novel, write music, catch up on your reading, meditate, go fishing or hiking, bring your kayak or raft to take on the lake and river, or simply rest and relax! Request this rate in your booking inquiry.

3 night min. for all specials except as noted, plus cleaning fee, tax, deposit.

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