10 Cabin Getaways for Seattle-Area Families for Fall and Winter

The setting: Formerly known as Getaway Cabins, Postcard Cabins changed its name — but not its vibe — in October. There are Postcard Cabins in Skagit Valley and near Mount Adams. The cabins are set in private woods just two hours outside big cities (Seattle and Portland) to encourage guests to reconnect with nature.

Rental info: Postcard Cabins are custom-built tiny cabins, ranging in size from 140–200 square feet. You can expect natural elements throughout the cabin, along with a large picture window to admire the forest outside. Each cabin has a queen bed or bunk beds, a bathroom with a shower, and a kitchen with a two-burner stove and mini-fridge. The 80-acre Mount Adams outpost has 40 cabins, while the 69-acre Skagit Valley one has 36. Dogs are welcome for an additional fee (and the cabin will be stocked with a dog bowl, treats and more for their stay).

Nearby things to do: There is plenty to do in Skagit Valley, from exploring Bay View State Park and the Padilla Bay Reserve to hiking nearby nature trails. Pair your stay with a day of apple picking in the fall, or go in the spring to admire the tulips. If you stay at the Postcard Cabins near Portland, you can hike the trails in the Columbia River Gorge or you can stay and explore the forest setting and nature trails near the cabin.

Skagit Valley location: 21802 WA-9, Mount Vernon
Mount Adams location: 24 Mt Adams Hwy., Glenwood

Next cabin rental: Iron Springs Resort