If you and your pooch are dealing with a case of cabin fever, we’ve got the perfect antidote: cabins! Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life at these rustic, cozy and dog-friendly lodgings.
Into the Woods With Fido
Posted by Scott Tunstall
Hilltop Cabin at Raven Ridge
You and Fido can retire to pastoral life at the Hilltop Cabin at Raven Ridge, located in the scenic countryside of Western North Carolina. Two guests can fit snugly in this one-bedroom tiny cabin with an outhouse situated on a 2.5-acre fruit and nut farm. The home features a kitchenette with a hot plate and mini fridge, a Turkish wood cookstove and a fenced garden enclosure where dogs can stretch their legs. Explore the three miles of hiking trails during the day, stop by Mad Co. Brew House to sample local beers, and come back to sit around the outdoor fire ring and count the stars at night.
Cozy Cabin With Amazing Views
This remote Cozy Cabin With Amazing Views is far from the madding crowd, where your precocious pup can run free across the wide open plains near the San Isabel National Forest. Perfect for couples, a total of four guests will fit comfortably in two bedrooms with one bath. Take advantage of creature comforts like the twin-bed loft, fully equipped kitchen and spacious deck overlooking green valleys and tree-topped hills.
During your stay, furry adventurers can marvel at the breathtaking views aboard the Monarch at the Crest that ascends 12,000 feet to the top of Monarch Pass. After your adventure, refuel with Fido at Drift-in Riverside Bar & Grille and enjoy views of the Arkansas River.
Bright Bungalow in the Baker River Valley
Fido will enjoy an abundance of peace and quiet at the quaint Bright Bungalow in the Baker River Valley. This fully equipped, one-bedroom home with a full living area, kitchen, laundry room and bath on one floor is an adventurer's home-away-from-home. Up to four guests can be accommodated at this private cabin with hardwood and tile floors and cathedral ceilings.
If you’re looking for adventure during your stay, leashed dogs are allowed to hike the gorgeous mountain pass trails at Franconia Notch State Park, located 20 miles away in the White Mountain National Forest.
Charming Tahoe Chalet
Surrounded by towering pines and breathtaking mountains, this Charming Tahoe Chalet welcomes dogs and features a fully fenced backyard. The rustic retreat with four bedrooms can accommodate up to eight guests. Prepare delicious meals in the modern kitchen, cook mouthwatering steaks on the propane grill, and doze off beside the living room fireplace to the sound of crackling embers. For nearby off-leash fun, Fido can hunt for sand crabs and scamper in the surf at Kiva Beach.
Pere Marquette Riverfront Cabin
Enjoy unprecedented serenity and picturesque river views at the Pere Marquette Riverfront Cabin. This Craftsman-style lodging can accommodate up to four people in two bedrooms and comes equipped with a kitchen with a mini fridge and cooking stove, central AC and a riverfront fire pit. Poles for snagging rainbow trout and a two-person kayak for water excursions are provided. Dogs of any size are permitted as long as they stay off the furniture and are up-to-date on flea prevention. The cabin is located three miles from the start of the Pere Marquette Rail Trail, a great spot to hike with your hound.
Little Owl Cabin
Nestled in the remote Pacific Northwest forests on the outskirts of Mount Rainier National Park, Little Owl Cabin is a tranquil sanctuary for both two- and four-legged guests. This sleek A-frame cabin accommodates up to five people in two bedrooms. First-rate amenities include a modern kitchen, balcony deck, outdoor cedar soaking hot tub, front yard fire pit and a relaxing hammock for nature naps. You can also lace up Fido’s hiking boots and hit the Sheep Lake to Sourdough Gap trail for a challenging seven-mile trek that captures some of the country’s most majestic mountain vistas.
Coyote Creek Cabin
Located deep in the heart of Texas, Coyote Creek Cabin has the look and feel of a 19th-century country dwelling but offers an array of modern conveniences. A total of five guests can be accommodated in this one-bedroom home. The compact kitchen includes a mini fridge, hot plate, toaster oven and microwave. Watch a movie in front of a roaring fire, channel your inner child on the outdoor tree swing, and enlist your furry partner’s help in sniffing out clues on a fun-filled scavenger hunt along the Coyote Creek Trail. If you decide to go into town, check out the live music lineup and get a meal with your pup on the patio at Texas Music City Grill & Smokehouse.
Tiny House A-Frame Cabin
The Tiny House A-Frame Cabin sits tucked away on 1.5 acres of the dog-friendly Coconino National Forest, the world’s largest Ponderosa pine habitat. This rustic 1970s-era hideaway can accommodate up to four people in two bedrooms. Experience a true back-in-the-day vacation with no telephone, cable/satellite TV or air conditioning. Cell phone service is available, but signals may be sporadic. There are three mountain bikes available to use, as well as a horseshoe pit on the property. Dogs are also permitted to comb the beaches and wade in the waters at nearby Upper Lake Mary.
Red Dog Cabin
With a name like Red Dog Cabin, it has to be an ideal spot for canines to get a little rest and relaxation. This four-bedroom wooded retreat can accommodate up to 12 guests in a secluded mountain location. Amenities include a full kitchen with contemporary appliances, hardwood floors, a living room gas fireplace, a garage game room with a foosball table and a private deck overlooking a tranquil pine and spruce forest. Gather with friends, family and Fido for a peaceful excursion with nearby hiking in Pike National Forest.
Forest Cabin and Beach
Nestled in woodland surroundings, this forest cabin has been inspired by hidden Swedish abodes deep in Nordic forests. Leave a trail of dog treats behind you and set off on a walk through the woods to your private beach by a lake. During your stay, bring Fido to check out the fare at Tapped Camano, which has a covered, heated patio where you can also try local microbrews on tap.