Reviews for this site — 001, Loop: AREA AMERICAN RIVER GUARD STATION

3.7
(41 reviews)

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Felicia W Verified
Stayed date
Dec 2023

The location is very convenient and nicely wooded and the cabin is located by the river. There is no running water, but the river water is good for washing dishes, but not so much for drinking (there are some flotsam) unless it is filtered. Although we think there are mice in the cabin, since we can hear screeching noise behind the wall, we did not find any mice droppings in the cabin during our stays. The source of heat during cold weather months are the wood stove and the electric baseboard wall heater, both are in the living room. No heat in the bedroom and the loft. Warm sleeping bag is a must. There are plenty of wood outside and inside the cabin, but they are not as dry as to give much heat. 2 out of 4 dining table legs in the living room are coming loose from the brace. If you plan to move the the table, move it carefully. A couple of the dining chair slip seats are also detached, but functional as long as you don't move them around. One of the lampshades in the living room is broken. If you can bring and donate a lampshade it will appreciated.

Robert S Verified
Stayed date
Aug 2023

Had a great time at this quaint, little rustic cabin. The cabin is exactly what you think a cabin in the wilderness would be like in the early 1900’s. So if your looking for the amenities of a hotel then this isn’t the place for you. First, the cabin is comfortable but cleanliness is afar. There is electricity and plenty of outlets to charge your phone and others devices. When we first walked in the cabin, we were swarmed by dozens of flies. Highly recommend to bring an insect trap of some sort. There is a old fridge and stove that look to be from the 1980’s and covered in rust. There is a cute wood fireplace/stove in the living room that we did not use. The floors look to be original and extremely dirty. Definitely wear flips flops or shoes in the cabin would not dare to go barefoot in there. The beds are disgusting so I highly recommend to bring a mattress cover or air mattress to place on the bed. There are no linens or towels provided so bring your own. Also bring at least a 3-5 gallon jug for cooking and hygiene purposes as there is no running water. Also the bathroom is not in the home but a lighted outhouse is located a few feet from the home which smelled like a honey bucket at a homeless encampment. Although my review sounds negative, I was already expecting this as I had read the previous reviews. So nothing came as a surprise. What I love about the cabin was that it was on a pretty good size lot right next to the river. I was able to play catch with the kiddos and have ample space to move around. There is a picnic table and enclose firepit with a metal grate on a hinge. Highly recommend portable outdoor lights as the only lights is from the cable. The firepit and picnic table are is completely dark at night and with the fire an, no campfires which blows. Also stock up on food. The closest market is toward yakima and is a good 30-40 minute drive. Also no wifi or cell phone service (Verizon) there bring lots of games and entertainment.

Anour E Verified
Stayed date
Dec 2022

Really sweet location, cozy cabin, especially the main living room with the stove. Plenty of firewood in the back room. Really awesome spot for a long weekend, nice that it has electricity, and the wood stove is great! Having the river right next to the house is also lovely. Would def come back. I’d recommend bringing a double sized mattress cover if you want to sleep on the double bed in the bedroom.

kendyl c Verified
Stayed date
Jun 2022

love this cabin! Another wonderful trip. The bed is maybe still broken though and the out house is in desperate need of being emptied. With the price hike, those things should be addressed ASAP

sherry m Verified
Stayed date
Apr 2022

The cabin was cute. But the outhouse was terrible . It really needs pumped out. Poop is almost to the seat . We did leave a day early cause it was super cold and we were blazing through the firewood and still couldn’t keep the room warm. We 3 of us all slept in the living room to stay warm. Would do again if the outhouse got pumped out.

Cynthia W Verified
Stayed date
Dec 2019

We love the cabin and setting, but the outhouse is near overflowing. It makes coming back unlikely. I have stayed several times before but two times in a row of a full outhouse is discusting.