Frequently Asked Questions for The Mountainside House

he Mountainside House is a luxury ski-in/ski-out vacation rental located at Snoqualmie Pass in the Cascade Mountains of Washington State. The property sits on the side of Mount Hyak, less than 100 yards from the slopes of Summit East and the Nordic Trail network, making it one of the most coveted slope-side rentals in the Pacific Northwest.

This spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom mountain house comfortably sleeps up to 14–16 guests. The sleeping arrangements include three queen beds, one full bed, a bunkroom with two twin bunk beds and two twin trundles, a full sleeper sofa, and a portable crib — making it an ideal large-group vacation rental near Seattle.

Yes! The Mountainside House is one of the only true ski-in/ski-out homes at Snoqualmie Pass. The slopes of Summit at Snoqualmie - Summit East and the Nordic Trails are less than 100 yards from the front door. From the top of Summit East you can use the cross over ski runs to traverse over to Silver Fir, Summit Central, and Summit West. Alpental, one of the best backcountry and expert ski areas in Washington, is only 4 miles from the property.

Absolutely. The Mountainside House is positioned as one of the premier Airbnb rentals for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Seattle. Lumen Field — where group stage matches including Australia vs. USA, Egypt vs. Belgium, Egypt vs. Iran, and Qatar vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina will be played — is just a 55-minute drive via I-90. Guests can also drive 45 minutes to the Bellevue Transit Center and take the light rail directly across the lake to avoid parking hassles entirely.

The property features an impressive array of outdoor amenities perfect for a Pacific Northwest mountain retreat, including a private 6-person hot tub with panoramic Cascade Mountain views, a covered two-level balcony with outdoor seating, a gas fire pit, and a gas grill. In winter, guests have direct access to skiing, snowboarding, and Nordic trails. In summer, mountain biking, hiking, and kayaking on alpine lakes are right outside the door.

The Mountainside House is designed for both luxury and fun. Inside you'll find a game room with a full-size ping pong table and billiards/pool table, a Nintendo 64 with four controllers and classic games (Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, GoldenEye 007), a classic arcade game emulator, smart TVs, a gas fireplace, and a stunning open-concept living room with floor-to-ceiling windows and soaring mountain views. There is also a fully equipped kitchen, a breakfast bar, in-bedroom coffee makers, and high-speed WiFi with a dedicated workspace and 27" monitor.

The Mountainside House is a four-season vacation rental. In the summer, guests can enjoy hiking directly from the property, mountain biking at the Summit Bike Park (2 miles away), kayaking and paddleboarding on nearby alpine lakes, exploring the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trailhead (1 mile away), and visiting Franklin Falls (5 miles away). Gold Creek Pond and the Snoqualmie Tunnel are also just 2 miles from the house.

The property has a shared driveway accommodating up to 5 vehicles but only 3 vehicles in winter. During winter months (November–April), street parking is not permitted, and four-wheel drive (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD) is required to access the property due to mountain road conditions at Snoqualmie Pass. A Stage 2 EV charger is available on-site for electric vehicles.

Check-in is available from 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. The home uses a keyless/keypad entry for a seamless self-check-in experience. House rules include no smoking, no pets, no parties or large gatherings, and quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. The homeowner lives in an adjacent unit next door.

The Mountainside House at Snoqualmie Pass is approximately 55 minutes from downtown Seattle and Lumen Field via I-90, and about 60 miles from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). This makes it the perfect mountain escape for those attending events in Seattle who want to avoid the city and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the Cascade Mountains.

Yes, the property is very family-friendly. It features a portable crib, a high chair, a group-friendly dining table, baby gates, and a bunkroom ideal for kids. The large sleeping capacity and game room make it a fantastic choice for multi-family group getaways in the Pacific Northwest.

You can book The Mountainside House directly through Airbnb or via a direct booking link through Evolve at themountainsidehouse.com. For questions, you can reach the team at summitmountainsidehouse@gmail.com or (206) 707-5823.