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94% Recommend26 ratings · 20 reviews
Perfect weekend on the river! We opted to reserve all the sites on this gorgeous property so we and our dogs could rip around in the water and spread out at night. Some of us tent-camped, some stayed in the Shabin. We enjoyed sitting around a fire and making a couple nice dinners with the ease of the amenities provided- tables, grills, utensils.. We lucked out with great sunny weather so we beached it for most of the day and we’re able to relax in the evenings with tired pups. Maria the camp host had answered all of my questions before our arrival and our instructions were clear and easy when we got there. We had total privacy and that allowed us to give our city dogs off-leash freedom we were hoping for. 10/10 experience.
Kendall M.
3 reviews
Super cute place and very well set up. The only drawback was one of the sofa beds was not usable. The location was great. If you have mobility issues, getting down to the water will be a challenge. Overall our kids loved it!
Tia G.
4 reviews
Mixed feelings
· July 2023
With pets ·
The Shabin
The location was gorgeous - lovely creek to play in.
The Shabin wasn't set up for us... there wasn't water, the grey water bin was overflowing and flooded the shabin on our first night there, and the smoke alarm kept beeping so we had to go into town to buy a new battery for it. The owner had moved away and apparently the person that was supposed to look after the place wasn't around either.
Also, I'd only rent this if there's no one staying in the RV, as that's literally right in front of it. We were happy that it was unoccupied, as it would have been very intimate otherwise.
Rebekah B.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2023
With kids ·
The Shabin
The Shabin structure was great and the location on the gentle river was perfect for the kids. The Shabin has plenty of amenities, fully stocked kitchen. The hill was a bit steep down to the water with some tricky steps and footing. The incinerating toilet was very cool. The pullout couch could be improved. All that said we great that we needed and were able to reach Maria easily with a couple issues that came up and she was very responsive and helpful!
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Abby M.
3 years on Hipcamp
Maria is an amazing host. She answers calls right away when I needed her help. The place is very peaceful and I love that the river is just a few steps away. Beautiful view. My husband and I fit perfectly on the air mattress with a cozy comforter. We also enjoyed exploring Skyhomish River. I will highly recommend this place.
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Shai P.
10 reviews
Recommends
· May 2023
With kids ·
The Shabin
Camping with some of the comforts of home, we had an amazing time. 10/10 would recommend. We had fun exploring the woods, playing in the river, and sitting around the campfire staring at the stars. Very relaxing. Our dogs were in heaven. Our host was very communicative and the other people we encountered were just as friendly. We will be back!
Alexandria S.
2 reviews
The Shabin was perfectly situated for a long weekend of hiking, grilling, and river bathing.
Plenty of amenities -- "rustic" doesn't quite describe this extremely well-maintained and comfortable cabin. Electrical features allow for warmth, cooling, entertainment, refrigeration, and water pumping (dishes etc.).
Would consider the other options to for glamping/camping on the property as well.
Thanks Maria!
Joseph B.
6 reviews
Nestled on a dense, lush hill overlooking lots of ferns and trees. While the campsite is set just above the Shabin, we rarely heard the other guests and only interacted when we met up at the shared river (great for wading, sitting, and light swimming). Overall, great private camping. Maria was supremely communicative and helpful. The incinerating toilet was camp luxury. We did see a bear on a nearby ridge so prepare to take necessary precautions and pack up your camp when away and at night.
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Jason S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2022
Very cute little place! It's wonderfully peaceful, and the cold river is delightful to dip into on a hot day. Maria is a great host, very responsive. The setup and the amenities still need a little fine-tuning but since I was the very first person to stay there I imagine all that will get sorted soon. One thing to note is that sleeping would be a little tight for two people, or for anyone tall (I'm 5'11" and could only stretch out diagonally).
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Alexander W.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2022
With pets ·
The Shabin
The Shabin is even nicer than the pictures, well outfitted and really comfy. Never used an incinerating toilet before, it works really well. We spent a lot of time playing in the river. Unfortunately it was too low to kayak in, we had fun wading and floating and swimming. Maria was a very friendly and generous host.
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Mijo L.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· September 2021
Group trip ·
The Overlook
Maria was so kind and very friendly. We were disappointed with the short walk described as it was very steep, and even had I brought my AWD vehicle, it would have been challenging to drive right up to the site. Also, we were anticipating that firewood would be provided as advertised but there was not true firewood. The first night we were able to use left over construction 2x4 and such but we went through that quickly and needed to add that expense to make it through the next day. I loved the nature but would have loved an easier way to get to the site with the items presented.
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Amanda W.
2 reviews
Our stay at the Shabin was great and exactly the kind of rest and relaxation our family of four needed to end the summer. The gated entrance to the five separate lots provided us with privacy, peace and quite to hear the soothing sound of the water running by on the Wallace River. Our host Maria was awesome and has done a fantastic job setting up the Shabin with the amenities need for a wonderful ‘Glamping’ experience.
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Michael D.
4 years on Hipcamp
This is a perfect getaway!! My family and I enjoyed it so much! It’s a beautiful place to relax and enjoy the views! The river is perfect for kids to play in! I would definitely come back again! The Shabin is so cute and decorated with everything you need! Maria was a great host and answered all of our questions!
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Ashlynn A.
2 reviews
Wow! It was just what we needed. So quiet. The river was a few steps away. Get up early and hit Wallace Falls hike - 5 min away. And you can still get Mexican food in sultan. WiFi is you HAVE to work. But pls don’t! Just enjoy this calm spacious space. Maria is a top-notch host. Incinerator toilet was new to me and totally worked.
Jamie H.
6 years on Hipcamp
Had an amazing time staying at the Shabin with friends! The property is serene and peaceful.
The river access is almost completely private and you will only encounter occasional neighbor and friends. With the hot & dry summer we've had, the river was super low and you can hike along it and adventure endlessly!
Ankit N.
8 reviews
This place fit so many of the things we were looking for in a vacation spot and Maria and the Shabin totally delivered.
We visited the Shabin in early August during a particularly hot stretch (over 90 degrees both days) with 2 adults, 2 kids (ages 7 and 12), and a small pupper. The creek access is private and safe for kids of all ages (depending on where you set yourself up). Maria has supplied some water toys and chairs to enjoy that space to the fullest. Even in August there were some spots deep enough for adults to fully submerge and plenty of knee deep wading areas for little ones.
The Shabin itself was very clean and well organized. It was well stocked with kitchen basics, paper products, and most utensils. If you are doing a lot of your own cooking, bring some knives, but otherwise everything you need is there. There were zero complaints about the incinerating toilet and the kids even found the whole thing very cool. Maria even provided a dog bed, treats, and clean-up bags for the dog.
We found it very easy to convert the couches into sleep areas and then back again each day. We slept 4 downstairs because of the heat, but in other settings we can see how it would be cool to use the loft too.
Pro-tip: The Woodshed Espresso & Ice Cream in Gold Bar is an awesome place to stop for unique ice cream flavors and great coffee. Also, they sell bags of ice for way cheaper than the other corner stores in town.
Worth Noting
-If another party is renting The Overlook @ Wallcae, then you would be sharing the bathroom and possibly some parking space and creek hangout space. We were lucky to have the whole place to ourselves.
-Getting down to the beach is still a work in progress. Little ones may need extra assistance. Plan on packing what you need to stay down there for a few hours because its worth it and trips up and down are a little annoying.
-The road into the Shabin from the gate is mostly ok if you take it really slow, with only one rocky section that is short but rough.
-We should have taken more care to use less of the provided water from the sink. We are campers and used to using our own water, dishes in the creek, etc. But with the tap right there we went back to city habits and used it all very quick.
-Verizon provided almost no service up there. However, we used one phone with service through AT&T to create a hotspot and were firing up 4-5 devices off it at times with no major issues.
I wouldn’t call this camping, or even glamping, but if you are an outdoorsy camping type family and want a cushy vacation spot this place is perfect.
Joel L.
4 reviews
A beautiful campsite and serene river setting. Deep woods camping with simple thoughtful details. The road up to the outlook was not for the faint of heart. Some may not be comfortable with the incline and proper footwear should be advised as all of us fell, at least once. The bathroom was very nice but at the bottom of the steep hill and shared with the other guests in the shabin. This meant 10 people sharing one toilet. We enjoyed the river but had trouble making our way down the makeshift pallet staircase. I had to carry my 45lbs dog while dodging broken boards and exposed nails with kids in tow. Ultimately, we had a great time but at $80 a night I would have expected the accessibility to the river and toilet to have been a bit better for the price.
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Brandon R.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2021
Group trip ·
The Shabin
This peaceful paradise was everything we needed. Close to recreational activities and town for shopping/refueling. The host was very quick to respond to questions/concerns and very accommodating.
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Trisha K.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2021
Maria was very responsive and helpful. The site was nicer than we anticipated: level ground, nice wood chips, beautiful canopy of trees providing shade from the hot sun. There was a helpful long table to cook meals, comfy camp chairs, and a great covered fire pit to roast from. The walk to Wallace river was steep but worth the effort, the water was cool, clear, and calm enough the splash around in. Our only hesitation for returning would be the night trains, we were woken up a few times due to cargo trains and had a hard time falling back to sleep. Other than the trains, we had a great stay and would recommend for a quick getaway.
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Erin N.
3 reviews
Recommends
· August 2021
Group trip ·
The Shabin
8 acres of paradise on the Wallace is an absolute must. The host Maria goes above and beyond to ensure you enjoy this labor of love. The photos just dont do this place justice. The "Shabin" has wonderful views of the river and lushious foilage all around. Great amenities to enhance your experience. A perfect way to spend time with a group of friends n family or a romantic getaway. This place is amazing.
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Raphael Y.
5 years on Hipcamp
Location
Gold Bar, Snohomish, Washington, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Maria T.
Joined in July 2021Things to do nearby
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