Part warm rustic cabin part modern installation, we loved the independent spirit of the design and the rugged location. Life in a transparent home is an amazing and unexpected way to live in the forest.
Description
Set on picturesque Fidalgo Island along Reef Point Bay, Glass Cabin is a stunning and imaginative architectural effort. Towering and angular, it nestles into the pines at the water’s edge overlooking a breathtaking bay view. This bold transparent structure combines rural warmth and edgy modern style with soaring ceilings and industrial steel beams that frame the interior space while highlighting the dramatic forest setting.
The spacious open plan living area immediately hightens the senses with walls of glass that slide away allowing nature, light and space to coexist seamlessly. Gleaming pale wood floors and accents offset the geometric angles and contemporary furnishings for a fresh modern interpretation of cabin living.
Anchored with a wood burning stove and a large family dining area along with the open gourmet kitchen, the living space invites togetherness and intimacy. Tucked away in the eaves upstairs are two simple and comfortable bedrooms as well as a large sleeping loft with geometric skylights and views of nature at treetop level.
The main floor bath is bright and naturally lit with frosted windows that surround you for an au naturel experience. Down the wide outdoor stairs is a stone surfaced patio and dining area with views of Hope island, Whidbey Island, the Olympic Mountains and beyond. It’s the best outdoor space for gathering for BBQs and dining al fresco.
A few steps beyond is your private stair access to the beach.
Glass Cabin is a beautiful forest dwelling that elevates the experience of living in nature and is a graceful and peaceful retreat to the woods.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Fully equipped kitchen and baths with all linens, rain shower and heated floors. Cell phone service only, no Wifi. BBQ and firewood provided.
AROUND
Near Deception Pass on the Swinomish Indian Reservation, the region offers multiple areas for kayaking, bike riding, bird watching, hiking, beach and nature exploration. Nearby gallery hopping, boutique shopping and dining are available in the quaint town of LaConnor while the many local farms of neighboring Skagit Valley provide great fresh local foods.
LOCATION
LaConnor, Washington one hour north of Seattle. Nearest Airport: Seattle Tacoma International (82 miles)
BEST TIME TO VISIT: Spring through Fall for the best weather
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Info & Rates
| Bedrooms | 3 Bedrooms |
| Bed Type | Bedrooms: 1 Queen and 1 Twin. Loft: 2 Twins (combined as King) |
| Kitchen | Gourmet Kitchen |
| Bathrooms | 1 Bathroom |
| Accommodate | 5 Guests |
| Internet | Cell phone service only |
| Pet friendly | No pets, please |
| Rates | $370 per night. Minimum 2 nights stay October - March; minimum 3 nights stay April-Sept and all major holidays. |
| Minimum Stay | 3 Nights |
| View | Waterfront and coastal forest |
| Notes | $135 cleanning fee A unique architecturally designed glass cabin hung from metal beams. The forest at your fingertips. Direct access to beach and quiet cove. Kayak to Deception Pass, bicycle through tulip fields,farmland and further to scenic Chukanut Drive, or shop and dine in LaConner, WA. |
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Reviews
5 Reviews
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Joe, October 29, 2017
The Glass Cabin was truly a unique experience. We have been staying in VRBOs/Airbnbs in the PNW for years, and nothing has compared to the architecture and views of the Glass Cabin. The cabin is nestled in between beautiful cedar trees, and the view of the sounds is breathtaking. We spent time having family dinners in the kitchen, playing games in the living room, drinking coffee on the patio, and exploring the beach. The Glass Cabin was a five-star experience, and I would go back.
Joe
Seattle, USA
Witt Family, April 21, 2017
It feels as if we just emerged from an IMAX screening of a National Geographic film about springtime in the Swinomish and surrounding Pacific Northwest area.
The fresh halibut, eggs, asparagus, potato bread, and Lopez Island ice cream we picked up from Snow Goose was a terrific way to nourish our bodies while surround-sound-nature nourished our soul. A bald eagle flew by the Glass Cabin at about 1:30p every day, narrowly catching a seagull one afternoon. The LaConner fire fighters hosted a terrific egg hunt at Pioneer Park, Deception Pass was jaw-droppingly glorious, and the tulip fields were awash with bright colors, complete with rainbow in the background.
We will be looking at dates to return for many more visits to this very special piece of the Pacific Northwest. Thank you for sharing Glass Cabin with us.
Witt Family
Pacific Northwest, USA
Brooke Williams, January 19, 2016
We just returned home from The (AMAZING) Glass Cabin yesterday afternoon, and we’re already looking forward to our next stay! The home itself is pristine, peaceful, and well-appointed, and it is a perfect jumping-off point for year-round activities in the Skagit Valley, North Cascades, San Juan Islands, Deception Pass, and on and on. We enjoyed a quiet winter weekend at the cabin, and can’t wait to see what it looks like in another season (or two!)
Brooke
Seattle, WA
Brooke Williams
Seattle, United States
Marc, April 22, 2015
An architectural gem set on a wooded, waterfront site an hour and a half from downtown Seattle. We loved the warm ambience, beach access, spectacular sunsets across Skagit Bay, and the full kitchen. LaConner is a great little town and the cabin is 30 minutes or less from Anacortes, Deception Pass and tulip route destinations. A great find; we’ll definitely be back!
Marc
Seattle, USA
Donna Grossi, January 7, 2013
This review is a bit late but the memories of this tiny glass beauty are still fresh. The Glass Cabin was our last stop on a 2 week northwest road trip and it was the exclamation point to our trip. Sunrises and sunsets were stunning and maybe because the cabin is glass allowing light to enter and leave freely the cabin seemed to float . And if you ever want to venture out , the cabin sits on the water for beach walks , hiking trails abound and the little town of La Conner has great restaurants. Thanks Peggy for sharing !!!!
Donna Grossi
Pasadena, United States