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Historic Property ~ the Brown Family Homestead

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Exterior
back yard
Exterior
View from the back yard

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8185.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Leavenworth, WA
  • Lake Wenatchee
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Lake Wenatchee State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Fish Lake
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Property ~ the Brown Family Homestead

Built in 1901 by some of the earliest settlers in the Lake Wenatchee valley, this unique log home has been lovingly owned and maintained by their direct descendants ever since. All the hand built charm and rustic beauty are intact, but now coupled with amenities such as electricity (1920s) indoor plumbing (1940s) and high speed, fiber optic, wi-fi (2008). Most recently, we've remodeled the kitchen/dining area to a more open floor plan, and the downstairs bath just because… well, it really needed it. And we added a hot tub. Aahhhhhh.

The homestead occupies 15 private, peaceful acres and is a destination of its own, or a fabulous base camp for the area's many outdoor activities. It's only 25 minutes to either Steven's Pass or Leavenworth. Without even getting back in the car, you can cross country ski, snow shoe, sled, hike, bike, swim and mountain climb. There are chickens laying eggs for your breakfast, and our horses grazing in the pastures.

The house is furnished with an eclectic mix of comfy antiques, many of which have been here for generations. It easily acommodates your family (2 king beds, 2 doubles, and a full finished attic with 2 twins.) When you settle in for that second cup of tea, you know you're nestled in walls constructed of virgin timber and built by hand without electricity or fossil fuel. The cozy feel of the house takes you away from the cares of modern life, and back to a simpler time.

The Brown Family Homestead is the perfect place to get away from it all and reconnect with yourself and your loved ones. Make it your second home, but without the headaches of ownership.

Keywords: Farm, private, acreage, log cabin, cabin

Property manager

Amanda McCargo

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Dogs, Cats, and even Horses are welcome.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Leavenworth

Located in Leavenworth, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Cove Resort and Kahler Glen Golf & Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest and Lake Wenatchee State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Leavenworth, WA

What's nearby

  • Lake Wenatchee - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lake Wenatchee State Park - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Lake Wenatchee Beaches - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Kahler Glen Golf & Ski Resort - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Fish Lake - 10 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Leavenworth Station - 34 min drive
  • Wenatchee, WA (EAT-Pangborn Memorial) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fifty Niner Diner - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wildflour Leavenworth - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Squirrel Tree Resort - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Headwaters Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Happy Clown Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Property ~ the Brown Family Homestead pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Historic Property ~ the Brown Family Homestead?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Property ~ the Brown Family Homestead?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Property ~ the Brown Family Homestead located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest and Lake Wenatchee. Dirty Face Trailhead and Lake Wenatchee State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Very Special Place

The Brown Family Homestead is a special place any time of year, and a wonderful place to make memories. Lots of space, well-appointed, wonderful communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

InfoArtist J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Picturesque Thanksgiving

Wonderful. Feeding the horses. Wandering the 15 acres. Warmth inside. Leavenworth magical.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday family gathering

Perfect family meet up and cozy winter retreat for the holiday. Lots of sleeping space and perfect holiday tree waiting for us to put our gifts around and plenty of space for playing in the snow
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Post holiday family gathering

Enjoyed the quaint cabin. Plenty of space for us to spread out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor S.

We love it!

Great spot for a big family! This is our second year coming here for a family trip and the property is beautiful, we all love the house and the area. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amy Q.

Amazing family getaway

Our family with 3 teenagers had an amazing time and I am thankful you share your family homestead! We enjoyed chess, cards, baking, cooking, hiking to the tree house, hot tub, the chickens, eggs, wildlife sounds at night ... and snow! Such a great getaway for the holiday start. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful secluded mountain house

We had a great time sledding right across from the house. The house is old but certainly comfortable and very snug even as we got tons of snow. Plenty of cooking utensils and space to spread out.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lori B., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Expansive beautiful grounds

Our three-generation family (and dogs) enjoyed our stay at the Brown Family Homestead so much. The hosts were extremely friendly and very communicative. A small issue was resolved very quickly. The house itself is very old with a simple, rustic charm. There are 15 acres to explore and gorgeous views of the mountains and forests. The kids (ages 3, 6, and 9) loved feeding carrots to the horses, watching the barn swallows swoop, and playing soccer outside. We appreciated the full kitchen and large dining room table. The setting is quiet, peaceful, and very restorative.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

DEBRA G., SEATTLE

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

So-So accommodations

This house is very 'rustic'. The staircase has very narrow treads and is extremely steep...would not pass building code today. No paper towels or dish towels in the kitchen. The king size bed mattresses were passable but the two rooms with double mattresses were very uncomfortable. One night the circuit breaker tripped and we woke up freezing.The host was responsive. Best thing was large number of beds to accommodate children which we did not have. My dog loved the squirrels outside the window...highlight! Too expensive for the quality IMHO.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Becky K., Seattle, WA

Fell in Love with This Place

The Brown Family Farm is a lovely getaway. We loved the history, the comfort of the home and amenities, having lots of space to stretch out, and especially the setting and views. A great place to bring kids--two young ones in our party loved running around on the property, feeding grass to the horses and leftover veggies to the chickens, and gathering eggs. Looking out the kitchen window at the lawn, horses running in the lower field, and up the mountain was my happy place. The kitchen is very well-equipped, and the two bathrooms are updated and very nice. There's a great attic space for extra running around space for the kids (though lots of stairs to watch for small ones). The stars at night were fantastic, away from the city lights. Don't come expecting easy lake access from the property, but the state park a couple miles down the road has a fantastic view up the lake with high mountains on either side, a lovely swimming beach, and a playground. It's only two hours from Seattle (though a longer return through Monroe traffic on the way back), and Karen and her family were very welcoming. I came back wanting to recruit friends and family to join us for future weekends. A really happy spot.

10/10 Excellent

Vivian M., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Farmhouse Winter Escape

We spent a long weekend in December and were treated to a snowstorm greeting. The mudroom entry was so helpful for our wet gear. The house easily sleeps 8 and has 2 full baths. As it is an old house, it isn’t terribly insulated and you can hear any movement in the middle of the night. If you have heavy snorers in your party, beware! The kitchen is fairly well appointed with lots of pots and pans and useful appliances. Though we had a full house, I never felt like we were crowded and the space was divided up enough you could escape to read a book or watch a movie (DVD only, no TV). The hot tub was covered and very private and nice to enjoy while it snowed. It was decorated with holiday lights and decor, including a small tree which made it very cozy and warm. The only thing that was a bit odd was to have staff walking around the house running extension cords and whatever else while we were staying, but they made quick work of it and didn’t bother us much. It just interfered with our privacy somewhat. Overall, our stay was very relaxing and perfect for decompression from the pace of city life. Recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Gregory B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Rustic Homestead Hideaway

We had a great stay at the Brown Family Homestead, but there were a few things that could have been better. The furniture is very worn and the home can get very warm in the peak summer months. The window air unit pretty much ran nonstop during our July stay. The staircase is very steep, typical of old farmhouses. That might be a problem for older adults or very young children. That was the bad. On the plus side was the peacefulness of the location. Wildflowers covered the meadow next to the house, the kids loved plucking eggs from the chicken coop and feeding carrots to the horses. We went through 15 lbs. of them during our weeks stay. There is abundant wildlife in the area. We spotted wild turkeys on the property and spotted black bear less than a mile away on two occasions. The location was a mixed bag for us. It was close to Wenatchee State Park, reasonably close to Leavenworth, but a bit farther away from Wenatchee where our family members live. We felt the good far outweighed the bad during our stay and would recommend the homestead to anyone looking for a quiet retreat in the country. If you’d like to give your family a taste of country life, this is the place.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Winter Retreat

We want to live here! It was a dream come true.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great rustic farmhouse

We came with another family to play in the snow. There were a few hiccups at the start of our stay but they were quickly addressed. The kitchen is the best stocked I've ever seen in a vacation rental - food processor, stand mixer, blender, tea kettle, a whole drawer of spices, cooking oils, etc. They provide q-tips and cotton balls but bring your own soap and shampoo for the shower or the fabulous clawfoot tub. It was perfect for our group and we would be happy to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

D S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country bget away

Great place to visit and unwind, used this as a place to stay while skiing in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Lindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New Years snow Holiday

We had a very special time staying at this cabin. There was ALOT of snow and it was a very cold but we had a great time with our family. The cabin is exactly as advertised and is very homey. It was fun to stay in a home with so much history. The cabin is clean and comes with all the kitchen cooking supplies you need. The beds are comfortable and the heaters work very well upstairs. The fireplace heater had to work very hard to keep up with the temperature which it did, the house stayed about 68-70 but because the house is old it’s drafty. Which I’m sure we only noticed so much because it never got above 23 degrees while we were there. We enjoyed our holiday very much and would love to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing House

This place is amazing! The house is awesome and we really felt like we were living at a homestead. The 3 feet of snow outside just made it that much better. Due to covid only three of us plus a baby were able to make it so we had plenty of space but even if all of our party had made it there would have been more than enough room. Lake Wenatchee is gorgeous, and the short drive to Leavenworth is 100% worth it. We are already trying to plan our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Glenn U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable!

Lived our stay! Beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

sheila b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We will be back!!

Such a beautiful location. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Karroll B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Beautiful rustic farmhouse. Space was more than we needed but we loved it. Peaceful and close to Leavenworth. Property owner are friendly and quick to tend to any needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice get away

We were married on this property. It’s beautiful. I don’t have anything negative to say about the experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Taylor F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic Gem, Absolutley Gorgeous Property

My found WA family and I came together for my 30th bday celebration in Leavenworth - this property took my breath away! Aesthetics galore, perfectly manicured yard and clean. We had a Lord of the Rings themed celebration and the backdrop (for photos, crafting, and merriment) was absolutely perfect. My kids loved the white horses and fresh eggs from the chickens in the morning. Soaking in the hot tub after a long day of adventuring around Leavenworth was icing on the cake. We all had the best time ever and I highly recommend this space to anyone looking to wow your group and have a great time! Thank you to the owners!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful setting, quaint cabin and great location

We loved our visit here! It was a wonderful getaway and great place to relax. The grounds and the setting are gorgeous. The cabin is old fashioned, but comfortable and spacious. There was plenty of room for two families of four. The kitchen was well stocked and we enjoyed the hot tub. We enjoyed chatting with the owners, collecting eggs and feeding the horses. Our puppy loved having plenty of space to run around. The farmstead is close to Lake Wenatchee State Park which has a great beach for swimming, paddle boarding and kayaking. We will be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property, quiet location. Awesome views!!

House was old, rustic and very roomy. Location was perfect, fantastic views, beautiful property. The whole family enjoyed the stay, very relaxing. The grill could be upgraded as well as the pots and pans but they are usable. We had a few dirty dishes but nothing rewashing them didn’t solve, there was a dog on property that kept coming over when our dogs were out, we had to separate a few times. It would have been nice if the dog was kept separated from the property. All in all a very good stay and we would visit again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, charming cabin, had everything we needed

We were staying for a ski weekend. Thus locations was quiet, private and had everything we needed. Kitchen had all the utensils we needed, plenty of room for our dog to run some energy off, and eat check in process. Thanks for letting us stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by Amanda McCargo

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Greetings from the mountains!

I'm Amanda McCargo, and I consider myself lucky to be this generation's custodian of the old homestead. It's truly a special place, offering a direct link to another time, and another way of life. I'm committed to its preservation and to sharing it with the wider world.

My family and I look forward to getting to know you and yours.
Cheers,
Amanda

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English