April 29th, 2012
- The four of us enjoying beautiful Wahclella Falls.
“The sun shining in the Columbia River Gorge, reflecting off the water, the wineries and vineyards, the orchards and Mt. Hood, the close proximity to Portland . . . there’s so much to do and see here.”
Let me just start off by saying how lucky Tom and I are to be the new innkeepers at Carson Ridge Private Luxury Cabins. This is easily the best place to stay here in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge. I’m Marianne Pratt, and my partner is Tom Bales.
Carson Ridge Private Luxury Cabins owners Pete and Latisha Steadman want to spend more time as a family with their young son Taiquito. Soon they’ll head off on new adventures, but they’re not leaving us behind. They promise to keep friends and guests updated because there’s more to come and we know you’ll want to read about it.
The privacy and pampering continue, with some new enhancements.
Pete and Latisha have created a legacy of gracious, friendly hosting, and Tom and I look forward to continuing the tradition of providing an exceptional experience to all our guests.
Tom’s lifelong hospitality career has spanned different countries and cultures but always focused on providing a personalized, 5-diamond experience. Carson Ridge Private Luxury Cabins are right up his alley. As former restaurant owners, Tom and I are also adding new menu items and other little touches to make our breakfasts even more memorable.
Our Carson Ridge Private Luxury Cabins let you escape for a special occasion or a quick getaway, but this is also the perfect quiet headquarters from which to spend several days or a week exploring everything the Columbia River Gorge, Mount St. Helens, Hood River and Mt. Hood have to offer.
And who wouldn’t want to do that? I’ve lived in the Pacific Northwest most of my life. But for Tom, the Columbia River Gorge is new. Already he describes himself as “overwhelmed with the beauty” even though he’s lived in some notoriously gorgeous places includingJapan,Hawaii,Costa Rica, theRockies.
The lushness and lusciousness here are simply exceptional, and we can’t imagine anyone not being blown away by this environment.
What’s your favorite thing to do in the Columbia River Gorge area?
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June 29th, 2011
Join us for a day of reflection and renewal on September 24, 2011.
The Summer Solstice has come and gone, and while days are still long, we are now gradually making our way towards autumn. Before we get there, we should all fill warm summer days with as many fun excursions and romantic getaways as we can. Yet we ask that you take a moment to look at your fall calendar and consider setting aside time in September to participate in a “Goddess Within Workshop” at our Columbia River Gorge Cabins.
Participants will explore stories and myths traditionally associated with Autumn. Through meditation, yoga, guided exercises, and writing sessions, we’ll examine ourselves and our potential. The equinox is a time of balance, and it is a wonderful time to pause and build balance within the self.
Our Goddess Within Workshop Series is lead by Rhea Wolf and Latisha Heilman. Come for the day – September 24, 2011 – or the weekend. For more information and to register, please visit our Columbia River Gorge Events page.
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June 22nd, 2011
Hike nearby Dog Mountain while staying at our Columbia River Gorge Cabins.
If hiking and wildflowers make you smile, now is a great time to hike the Dog Mountain trail.
Dog Mountain is not for the faint of heart; the elevation goes from 60 feet to 2860 feet in just over 3 miles. The good news is that the bulk of the strenuous climbing takes place at the beginning. Switchback trails lead hikers ever higher through the forest until (cue the music) you break out of the woods onto a glorious mountain meadow. The remaining trail to the summit traverses these meadows, which are, as of this writing, in full bloom with bright, yellow flowers.
It gets better. From the summit, hikers are treated to stunning views of the Columbia River Gorge, Mount St. Helens, and majestic Mt. Hood. Simply glorious.
Hikers will want day packs full of water and food. The round trip hike to the summit of Dog Mountain should take approximately 5.5 hours, but you’ll want to allow plenty of time to admire both the wildflowers and the view. It’s best to plan for an all day outing.
The trailhead for Dog Mountain is less than 15 minutes from our Columbia River Gorge Cabins. Sleep late, drink copious amounts of freshly brewed coffee with your breakfast, and then head east along Washington Highway 14 until you see signs for Dog Mountain, between mileposts 53 and 54.
Guests of our Hood River Cabins are always thankful for the hot tubs, for nothing eases sore muscles quite like a warm soak. After that, a bottle of wine, a loaf of bread, cheeses, salami, and fruit … perfect. Enjoy the feast on the porch of your private cabin as you watch the sun set over the Cascade Mountains.
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