Choosing where to elope is one of the biggest decisions you can make for your wedding day, but another decision that should not be overlooked is where to stay for your elopement.

Your lodging does not have to just be the place you sleep. If planned for properly, it can also be your getting ready location, your reception venue, or even your ceremony location itself! This is why it’s very important to choose your Airbnb cabin rental carefully. You don’t want to get just any old Airbnb.

This space is going to show up a lot in your photos so it’s very important to consider the different backdrops both inside and outside the house as well as the layout and lighting inside the space. Poor lighting can affect the quality of your images and while I am able to edit in any type of light, you don’t want your photos to be grainy or lower quality simply because of poor lighting. Your Airbnb will play a large role in your elopement wedding photos so consider what vibe you are going for and try to pick a vacation rental that coordinates well with the rest of your wedding theme.

Want to learn more about how lighting plays a part in your wedding? Check out my blog post on Tips for Maximizing Wedding Lighting.

Whether you want a large home to accommodate all your guests or an intimate cabin for you and your new spouse to enjoy, there are so many beautiful Airbnbs and vacation rentals to choose from in Washington state from lakeside chalets to treehouses nestled in the woods. Each has something to offer whether it be a stunning view or simply a cute place to call home for a few days. Below I’ve compiled a list of some of the best cabin rentals around Washington state. You can’t go wrong in choosing any one of these options, so it all comes down to the vision you have for your day.

Note – though this resource was created as a guide to help you with your wedding and elopement planning, the policies at the locations listed in this post could change at any time so it’s always best to check with the hosts directly to confirm what is and is not allowed before booking your lodging.

If you’re ready to start planning your Washington wedding or elopement, I know just the photographer for you! Head on over to my contact page to learn more!

RAINIER

Heartwood Cabin

Guest Count: 6 with the option to go up to 15
Minimum Nights Required: 1
Pets Allowed: Yes
Additional Fees: Fee for extra guests
Closest Town: Packwood
Additional Notes: NA

Millard’s Cabin

Guest Count: 8-15
Minimum Nights Required: 1
Pets Allowed: Yes
Additional Fees: A flat fee of $200 in addition to the reservation costs to host events
Closest Town: Packwood
Additional Notes: No guests that are not listed on the reservation are allowed to stay overnight. Host also loves receiving some of the pictures!

Fillmore’s Landing

Guest Count: 6-15
Minimum Nights Required: 1
Pets Allowed: Yes
Additional Fees: A flat fee of $200 in addition to the reservation costs to host events
Closest Town: Ashford
Additional Notes: No guests that are not listed on the reservation are allowed to stay overnight. Host also loves receiving some of the pictures!

Mt Rainier Getaway

Guest Count: 4
Minimum Nights Required: 1
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Ashford
Additional Notes: Host is open to considering elopements or other small events. Please contact the host directly to discuss the specifics of your event.

Hera’s Chalet

Guest Count: 2-25
Minimum Nights Required: 2
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: Possibly
Closest Town: Ashford
Additional Notes: Depending on the type of event and the number of people, the host may request that guests get event insurance and rent portable restrooms. Please contact the host directly to discuss the specifics of your event.

Lovely & Cozy Cabin at White Pass

Guest Count: 7-20
Minimum Nights Required: 1
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: Base charge of $250 plus an additional $10 per person
Closest Town: Packwood
Additional Notes: Please contact the host directly to discuss the specifics of your event.

PNW/Scandinavian Gorge Cabin

Guest Count: 8
Minimum Nights Required: 2
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: White Salmon
Additional Notes: Events are not allowed to exceed guest limit. Please contact the host directly to discuss the specifics of your event.

WINTHROP/NORTH CASCADES

Apres’ Cabin

Guest Count: 12
Minimum Nights Required: 3
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Mazama
Additional Notes: Event reservations are not managed through Airbnb. Please contact the host directly on Instagram (@aprescabin) to discuss the specifics of your event.

Lost River Tiny House

Guest Count: 2
Minimum Nights Required: 2
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Mazama
Additional Notes: Events should be small and unobtrusive. Please contact the host directly to discuss the specifics of your event.

Farm House at Chelan Valley Farms

Guest Count: 4
Minimum Nights Required: 2
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Chelan
Additional Notes: Please contact the host directly at Chelan Valley Farms to discuss the specifics of your information.

The Treeframe Cabin

Guest Count: 3-4
Minimum Nights Required: 1
Pets Allowed: Yes
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Index
Additional Notes: Space is best for photos only.

OLYMPIC PENINSULA

The White House at Lake Sutherland

Guest Count: 6
Minimum Nights Required: 3
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Maple Grove
Additional Notes: Guest count total is up to 6 people maximum (including vendors.)

Converted Bus on the Sooke Basin

Guest Count: 4-6
Minimum Nights Required: 2
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Sooke, British Columbia, Canada
Additional Notes: No guests that are not listed on the reservation (max 4) are allowed to stay overnight.

Bonsai Bunkhouse

Guest Count: 4
Minimum Nights Required: 1
Pets Allowed: Yes
Additional Fees: A fee of $200 in addition to the reservation costs to host events
Closest Town: Jordan River, British Columbia, Canada
Additional Notes: Host requests access to photos that are taken on the property.

Jordan River Cedar House

Guest Count: 4
Minimum Nights Required: 2
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Jordan River, British Columbia, Canada
Additional Notes: Limited to 4 people on the property. No pets or outside guests.

LAKE CRESCENT/SEQUIM

Green Point Getaway

Guest Count: 11-50
Minimum Nights Required: 1
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: $40/hour clean up fee (optional)
Closest Town: Port Angeles
Additional Notes: The host has many other cabins in the area that can help accommodate your group and they offer packages of various sizes depending on your needs. No additional guests that have not been paid for. Quiet after 9:30pm and everything must be cleaned up before leaving or you can opt to pay a fee.

Exquisite Guest House

Guest Count: 4
Minimum Nights Required: 2
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Port Angeles
Additional Notes: Please contact the host directly to discuss the specifics of your event.

Eagles Perch Treehouse

Guest Count: 3-50
Minimum Nights Required: 1
Pets Allowed: Yes
Additional Fees: $40/hour clean up fee (optional)
Closest Town: Port Angeles
Additional Notes: The host has many other cabins in the area that can help accommodate your group and they offer packages of various sizes depending on your needs. No additional guests that have not been paid for. Quiet after 9:30pm and everything must be cleaned up before leaving or you can opt to pay a fee.

Oceanview Retreat

Guest Count: 8
Minimum Nights Required: 2
Pets Allowed: Yes
Additional Fees: $500 damage deposit and $50 pet fee per pet per stay.
Closest Town: Coupeville
Additional Notes: Limited to 8 people on the property. Please respect the house rules especially when it comes to excessive lighting and noise.

SAN JUAN ISLANDS

Friday Harbor

Twin Palms

Guest Count: 2
Minimum Nights Required: 2
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Friday Harbor
Additional Notes: No guests that are not listed on the reservation (max 2) are allowed to stay overnight. Please contact the host directly to discuss the specifics of your event.

Private Guesthouse

Guest Count: 4
Minimum Nights Required: 2
Pets Allowed: Yes
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Friday Harbor
Additional Notes: Please contact the host directly to discuss the specifics of your event.

False Bay House

Guest Count: 5
Minimum Nights Required: 1
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Argyle
Additional Notes: Limited to 5 people on the property. No outside guests.

Lopez Island

Fisherman’s Bay Boathouse

Guest Count: 2
Minimum Nights Required: 4
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Lopez Island
Additional Notes: Please adhere to guest limit and all house policies (quiet hours, etc.) Please contact the host directly to discuss the specifics of your event.

Olga

Madrona House

Guest Count: 5
Minimum Nights Required: 6
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Olga
Additional Notes: Limited to 5 people on the property.

SNOQUALMIE

Snoqualmie River Retreat

Guest Count: 6-25
Minimum Nights Required: 2
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: An additional fee of $350-$850 may be required depending on how many people and what type of event.
Closest Town: Ellisville
Additional Notes: Please contact the host directly to discuss the specifics of your event as they accept on a case by case basis. Parking is limited to 8 cars. No loud music. Available items: 2 wine barrels, top wood board, 6 benches (optional folding tables). Overnight guests permitted.

River’s Edge Retreat

Guest Count: 10-13
Minimum Nights Required: 1
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Fall City
Additional Notes: Please contact the host directly to discuss the specifics of your event.

LEAVENWORTH

The Overlook

Guest Count: 6
Minimum Nights Required: 3
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Leavenworth
Additional Notes: Limited to 6 people on the property. Please contact the host directly to discuss the specifics of your event.

Brucke Zum River Haus

Guest Count: Up to 6
Minimum Nights Required: 2
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Leavenworth
Additional Notes: Limited to 6-8 people on the property.

ZayLy Lodge

Guest Count: 12
Minimum Nights Required: 2
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: Agreement will be required stating that if the authorities are contacted, then the guests will be evicted at that time and a $3,500 fee plus loss of the $1,000 deposit will be charged.
Closest Town: Leavenworth
Additional Notes: Limited to 12 people on the property (including vendors.)

Hansel Creek Gust Tree House

Guest Count: 3+
Minimum Nights Required: 1
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Peshastin
Additional Notes: The host has many other cabins in the area that can help accommodate your group. Please contact the host directly to discuss the specifics of your event.

Sky Cabin

Guest Count: 6
Minimum Nights Required: 2
Pets Allowed: No
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Skykomish
Additional Notes: Limited to 6 people on the property. Please contact the host directly to discuss the specifics of your event.

Money Creek Chalet

Guest Count: 8
Minimum Nights Required: 2
Pets Allowed: Yes
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Skykomish
Additional Notes: The host has many other cabins in the area that can help accommodate your group. Please contact the host directly to discuss the specifics of your event. Host also loves receiving some of the pictures!

Cave B Ridge

Guest Count: 4
Minimum Nights Required: 2
Pets Allowed: Yes
Additional Fees: NA
Closest Town: Quincy
Additional Notes: The host has multiple cabins that can help accommodate your group. For photography work taken on the property please contact Cave B Estate Winery and Sagecliffe Resort to discuss the specifics of your event.