Even though my friend,
Kim, has only been here for a few years, she could be mistaken for a Seattle
native. She has embraced all things quintessentially Northwest ~ hiking,
biking, camping, skiing. She's got REI on speed dial and they greet her by name
as she comes in the door. When Kim goes skiing, she goes to Stevens Pass. And,
when she makes a long weekend of it, she reserves Grey Fox.
Whether hiking or biking in the summer, white water rafting the Skykomish in the fall or skiing
at Stevens Pass in the winter, Grey Fox is the ultimate getaway cabin. Secluded on 3 1/2 acres of dense forest along 350 feet of the Skykomish River, Grey Fox is a
nice walk from the historic town of Index and a short drive from skiing at
Stevens Pass or enjoying a beer and braut in Leavenworth.
It is perfect for a romantic getaway or a centralized locale for a friends or family day trip. The cabin has two queen bedrooms fitted with down comforters and handmade quilts.
Kim loves the queen-sized log bed in the living room with its freestanding
fireplace on the beautifully designed, hand-built river rock hearth and
surrounding wall. At night in the winter, she lights a fire; then, into bed
under a down comforter and lovely quilt. There is nothing like lying in bed, hearing the
Skykomish rush to the sea while looking out the large window into a starry night.
And, in the morning: the forest, a few deer nibbling their breakfast and a view
of the best rock climbing wall in the state of Washington.
As usual with all the
Great Getaway cabins, there are many artful amenities. I could wax poetic about
the super comfortable mattresses and the darling wooden rocking chairs used in
the cabins. Everything you need for your stay is here. You can literally walk
in the door with a bag of groceries and find a fully stocked kitchen complete
with a canister of the specially roasted whole bean coffee served at Copper
Creek Inn. You'll want a fresh cup of joe when you sit on the wrap-around deck. So, relax and breathe in the crisp, clean air.
There is a large flat
screen TV/DVD/VCR in the living room. While there is a handful of DVD's in the cabin, you
will want to bring your own DVD's if you want to watch movies. TV reception is
not good in the mountains.
The inviting hot
tub, under a gazebo, is just steps from the river.
So, whether you are
skiing alone or planning an outing with friends, you'll find what you need at
Grey Fox where up to six can stay comfortably. Includes a BBQ grill with
propane, a picnic table on the deck and, if you have an electric car, there is a
complimentary electric vehicle charging station.
Enjoy all your outdoor activities:
fishing, rafting, skiing, biking, hiking, rock climbing.
Grey Fox. It's private and beautiful in all seasons.
Grateful every day for my friend, Kim.
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