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Cabin Fever! 8 cozy cabin getaways for Seattlearea families this fall and winter By Kate Missine Fall in Washington is the best time to wander the brilliantly colored forests, frolic on mist-shrouded beaches and toast s’mores around the bonfire on crisp autumn nights; and the winter ahead will bring snow-play opportunities galore. Just what would make the perfect warm and comfy base from which to explore all that the cooler days have to offer? The answer: local wilderness cabins, complete with fireplaces, hot tubs and more to keep those toes toasty! Enjoy unfettered access to some of the state’s most 1 6 / PA R E N T M A P. C O M
scenic treasures — or simply a change of scenery from the at-home routine — with these 8 local cabin and cottage destinations. Iron Springs Resort, Copalis Beach • ironspringsresort.com The lowdown: Perched at the edge of the water just north of Ocean Shores in Copalis Beach (named after the Copalis Native Americans who once occupied the area), Iron Springs Resort is your base camp for coastal adventure. The stay: Here you’ll find recently renovated cabins that hit the sweet spot between rustic and modern: Flat-screen satellite TVs, Wi-Fi and Bose sound systems meet woodburning stoves, decks and well-stocked kitchens. Guests have private beach access, along with a common firepit
and clam-cleaning area. The general store at the resort has you covered for anything you need. The fun: Copalis Beach is one of the
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