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Outback Too- Rustic & Tranquil Cabin at Manitou Lodge

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 213 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Outback Too- Rustic & Tranquil Cabin at Manitou Lodge

*** NEWLY RENOVATED*** The Outback Too Cabin at Manitou Lodge is approximately 12′ x 12′ allowing for a queen bed. This unit has a hot-water sink as well as a mini-refrigerator, microwave, and Keurig coffee maker. Wifi is available in the main lodge.

Outback occupants have access to an outdoor rainforest shower facility (short walk, next to tent site #3) and a port-a-potty (shared with one other cabin) that is a few steps away from the cabin. Towels are provided.

Pets are allowed in this room ($50 for the first, $25 each additional), which can be paid in via the website or cash on arrival.  AIRBNB and VRBO guests please communicate directly, in advance of your stay, to make arrangements for payment.

Manitou Lodge is perfectly situated in Forks, Washington. Our accommodations provide guest rooms, cabins and camping on ten acres of coastal rainforest, just 3 miles from Rialto Beach, and 15 minutes west of Forks. Manitou is what a lodge should be – wood, stone, a Great Room with a massive stone fireplace, vaulted ceilings, and furniture you can put your feet up on. Nights in our forest are silent except for the distant rush of the Sol Duc river and occasional interruptions by coyotes and owls.

Originally built in 1970, our Forks WA Lodging is a built around a classic lodge structure whose most striking feature is a huge vaulted-ceiling Great Room with a massive stone fireplace. The numerous couches and chairs in this room provide the space to be with others, and, at the same time, to be private. The Lodge also is home to our lovely Gift Shop which features Native American and Pacific Northwest art, decor, jewelry and more.

Step Outside and Experience the Pacific Northwest

Situated on ten acres of coastal rainforest, our Forks WA Lodging is just about as far west as you can get in the lower 48 states. The property’s hemlocks and spruce are still imposing, and there’s a Western Hemlock on the property well over 1000 years old. The grounds include wonderful trails, bits of whimsy and lovely spots to picnic.

Summer is a delight with sunshine and temperatures that rarely rise above 80 F. With winter come the fish. Local rivers (Sol Duc, Bogachiel, Calawah, Hoh) offer world-class salmon and steelhead fishing. We also experience powerful winter storms which shape our coastline. It’s worth a dose of rain and wind in the face to witness one of these, especially when a couch, fire and warm bed are just a couple of minutes away.

SELF CHECK-IN: Any time after 3pm (no early arrivals, please). Find the card with your name on it at the front door and follow check-in instructions inside. With the convenience of self check-in at our Forks Washington accommodations, you can take your time and arrive at your convenience.  AFTER DARK ARRIVALS: It will be VERY DARK and there are no street lights. Please be quiet and courteous of other guests while getting to your site. Having a flashlight available will also be helpful.

There is something for everybody any time of year in the Olympic National Park and Forks Washington. Explore wilderness beaches such as Rialto Beach, hike in the moss-draped beauty of the Hoh rainforest, fish the plentiful rivers of the region, or enjoy sightseeing.  Forks is also the setting for the Twilight Saga, and hosts the Forever Twilight Festival every fall.

We’re located just a 45 minute drive from the Hoh Rainforest and Sol Duc Hot Springs, and about an hour from Cape Flattery (most Northwestern point in the lower 48 states) and the Makah Reservation and Cultural Museum at Neah Bay. Rialto Beach, spectacularly rugged and log-strewn, is just 3 miles away. The Quileute Tribe resides 9 miles away at La Push, as well as First Beach at LaPush and Olympic National Park’s Second and Third Beaches (not to be confused with Beaches 1-3 south of Kalaloch).

Rialto Beach, the only drive-to beach in the immediate area, is a spectacular, driftwood-strewn beach on the north side of the Quileute river about 3 miles from the Manitou Lodge. The surf is generally heavy, the driftwood logs huge, and the sunsets are magnificent. The Rialto crescent extends for about 1.5 miles and ends with two towering sea stacks, tidal pools, and “Hole-in-the-Wall”, a surf-carved tunnel in a headland. The 18 mile hike north from Rialto Beach to Cape Alava is a favorite with backpackers.

First, Second and Third Beaches extend south from the mouth of the Quileute River. These beaches are long, flat crescents popular with photographers due to sea-stacks (a well-known sea-stack complex, the “Quileute Needles”, lies just offshore), tidal pools, and eagles. Access to Second and Third Beaches requires hikes of 0.5 to 1.5 miles, respectively. The headlands at First Beach and Second Beach can’t be passed, but one can backpack south from Third Beach along the coast for about 17 miles to Oil City.

The Hoh Visitor Center is about 30 miles from us, and the Hoh Rainforest is possibly best known attraction in the Olympic National Park. Average annual rainfall in the Hoh Valley is in excess of 150 inches, and has a spectacular effect on the vegetation. Along the “Hall of Mosses” Trail, the moss-draped maples are extravagantly green year round, so much so that somebody has written that the air appears to be jade-colored. The Spruce Trail follows the glacier-carved Hoh river maple and red alder “bottom”. Scenic raft trips are available in summer along the Hoh River, and guides can be contracted throughout the year for fishing and scenic trips.

Other regional activities near Forks Washington include world-class fishing, mountain-biking, hiking in the Olympic mountains and along the wild beaches that comprise the Pacific Coast portion of the Olympic National Park, or a visit to Cape Flattery, the most Northwestern point in the lower 48 states. A boardwalk recently completed by the Makah Nation, on whose lands the Cape sits, has considerably eased the hike. The views of the Straits of Juan de Fuca, Tatoosh Island, and Vancouver Island from the Cape cliffs are inspiring. While visiting the Cape, you won’t want to miss the outstanding Makah Cultural Center and Museum at Neah Bay. These are just a sampling of the possibilities on the West End. For a more comprehensive look, consult some of the links listed below and visit the Forks Chamber of Commerce Five Day Guide to the West End. Twilight fans won’t want to miss a stop in Forks, WA.

Property manager

Tim Pinson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 144 sq ft (13 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: $50 per stay, per pet.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Forks, Washington

What's nearby

  • Quillayute River - 7 min drive
  • Rialto Beach - 10 min drive
  • First Beach - 12 min drive
  • Forever Twilight in Forks - 16 min drive
  • Sol Duc - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rialto Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Three Rivers Resort Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Native Grounds Espresso - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Outback Too- Rustic & Tranquil Cabin at Manitou Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Outback Too- Rustic & Tranquil Cabin at Manitou Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Outback Too- Rustic & Tranquil Cabin at Manitou Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Outback Too- Rustic & Tranquil Cabin at Manitou Lodge located?

Situated in Forks, this cabin is steps from Olympic Peninsula and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Bogachiel River. Quillayute River and Rialto Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Outback Too- Rustic & Tranquil Cabin at Manitou Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway at Manitou
We enjoyed our one night stay at Outback Too. It was clean and cozy. We enjoyed playing a game at the lodge too. We would love to see a bathhouse with showers and bathrooms at Manitou sometime in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable getaway near Rialto Beach
This was a great location, particularly while visiting the beaches around Forks/La Push. Adorable cabin, the lodge is beautiful too. I love the location, super convenient to great activities but also just a CUTE place. I really appreciated the land-line phone on the porch since my network didn't have service so I could speak with the owner. The outdoor shower to my cabin was wonderful. The overhead heater was an unexpected feature that I was so grateful for. The shower was nice and HOT--and had great water pressure. Best shower all vacation! I really appreciated the fridge/microwave/coffee maker too, such a nice touch. The electric fireplace gave a really homey feel also. Two suggestions, it would be great to include a hairdryer for the cabin, and also a light in the port-a-potty. You could use one of those push button lights, or the kind with the switch, but its battery operated and adheres with 3M double sided tape. Cause I gotta say, the struggle is real trying hold a flashlight under your chin while holding your pant legs, so they don't get dirty lol. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin Retreat
The cabin is located within an hour of the Hoh Rainforest and 20 minutes from several beach hikes making it a good home base for West Peninsula adventures. The bed was comfy, the hot water sink was nice, the cabin was clean, and the communal rain shower was surprisingly wonderful and only a short walk from the cabin. The port-a-John next the cabin was definitely in need of a septic pump but the one located next to the shower was very clean. All-in-all, a good experience. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic and cute
Loved the rain shower
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little cabin, GREAT location!
The cabin was lovely. The good: The location is just beautiful! The cabin is clean and welcoming. Did I mention the location? Nine minutes to Rialto Beach and just a few more to other great beaches. The bad: The sink is smaller than it looks in the photos and the port-a-potty was VERY used and the “shower” is shared with every other site. We never saw anyone; would have loved to know about the trails on the property and my husband really wanted a t-shirt or hoodie. That being said, I’d stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness
La Push forest
Very nice place to stay. Close to town. Beautiful wooded property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good experience
Besides a minor mix up at check in the experience was great. Beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and Cozy Cabin
We loved our recent stay at the cabin. The cabin was small and cozy and the porta potty was clean. The outdoor shower was wonderful and the lodge was so cute! We loved all of the adventure/woodsy decorations in the lodge and all the board games provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This whole area has a great vibe happening. The lodge was awesome and only a few steps away from our cabin. The shower was quaint and served its purpose (shower fast bc it has a limited sized heater tank on it). The grounds were kept up and scenery was beautiful. Felt like we were in a movie. ..a good movie :-)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet
We stayed in a cozy cabin and appreciated the quiet surroundings
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kiley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing
My now fiancé and I spent our 5 year anniversary here, it was just amazing. Our cabin had the most perfect views and it lived up to ever expectation and more. Our border collie also loved the trip. The shower + bathroom was good! We definitely will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

leslie f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet & Quaint
Cute little cabin near Forks & La Push. Easy check-in. Property is nestled in a forested area. We brought our dog and she just loved exploring the property. The shared bathroom pod was interesting. We were able to shower and use the pod with the other cabin without problems.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the forest setting -- it felt like you were staying in the middle of the huge trees! Really peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy W., Virginia Beach

Liked: Cleanliness
Like camping but more comfortable
We enjoyed the scenery around the lodge and cabin. Check in was easy and the bed was comfortable. The shared portable bathroom nice. The parking situation was a little tight with someone in the other cabin but not a big deal. Having the Keurig was a nice touch 👌
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

SHERWIN M.

Liked: Cleanliness
COZY CABIN
If all you want is just a place to lay your head after a day’s worth of exploring the Hoh Rainforest, then this is your cabin. Compact yet sufficiently equipped with basic amenities (mini fridge, microwave, portable heater, and Keurig machine). The bed was comfortable. I slept well. This location is on the outskirts of Fork. Remote and quiet. The common portable toilets and shower are close by. Bring slippers/flip flops. WiFi was a bit spotty but it didn’t bother me.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

2/10 Terrible

jose c.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Facilities are basically non existent
The porta potty is what you’d expect to see at a music festival venue. Terrible. The facilities are bare minimum. Would love to see an indoor shower and a toilet that you can sit in that isn’t filthy. Nature was nice though. Didn’t have an option to add a dog as a guest so a sudden pet fee was applied. Wish I could say my stay was a good one but I would not recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Rustic & cozy. Great location for R&R after all day hiking in the Hoh.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021