NISQUALLY PARK · ASHFORD, WASHINGTON
Welcome to
Hot Rod Hideaway.
Vintage charm. A little music. Your woodland pit stop at the entrance to Mount Rainier.
Find the cabin’s exact address and arrival directions in your booking messages.
01 / SETTLE IN
You’ve arrived.
Welcome to your 400-square-foot woodland retreat for two. Hot Rod Hideaway pairs vintage automotive details with a sofa sleeper, a kitchen, arcade games, heat and A/C.
The Nisqually River levee trail is about a minute away on foot, with walking access into Mt. Rainier National Park. Ashford’s restaurants and galleries are about a 10-minute drive away.
This is a dry cabin: there is no running water, hot water or shower. Separate supplies are provided for drinking, the kitchen sink and the handwashing sink. A private portable restroom serves the cabin.
House Instructional Videos
Need help with an amenity? Check out our quick instructional videos for guidance on features throughout the home.
Access and parking
Use the exact address, door code and arrival instructions in your booking messages. Save them before arrival, as cell reception can be limited.
Door lock instructional video ↗
Use the designated cabin parking area and keep neighboring driveways clear. Guests have exclusive access to the cabin and property.
A little more cabin time?
Early check-in or late checkout must be arranged in advance and is subject to availability. Message us for availability and pricing, and wait for confirmation before changing your arrival or departure time.
02 / STAY CONNECTED
Wi-Fi, then unwind.
Connect to the network below with the password shown.
Mountain internet can be less reliable than city service. Save any directions you need before heading out.
NETWORK
HotRodHideaway
PASSWORD
Chevrolet
Having trouble connecting?
Check that you chose the network shown above and entered the password exactly. If you still can’t connect, message us so we can help.
03 / MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME
The good kind of downtime.
Cabin comforts, with the details that make them easy to enjoy.
SET THE SOUNDTRACK
The jukebox
Add a little music to your mountain getaway. Watch the short walkthrough for the jukebox controls before using it.
Keep the volume considerate of neighbors, especially during quiet hours.
A DIFFERENT KIND OF CABIN
Your dry-cabin water setup
Hot Rod has no running water, hot water or shower. We provide three separate supplies: 5 gallons of cold drinking water, 5 gallons for the kitchen sink, and 5 gallons for the handwashing sink.
Watch each quick video to get familiar with the setup:
Use the designated drinking-water supply for drinking. Conserve the supplied water and message us if you need help or a supply runs low.
Sofa bed & sleeping
The single-level studio sleeps up to two guests on a quality sofa sleeper with a memory-foam mattress. Linens, towels and essentials are provided.
Kitchen, coffee & meals
The kitchen includes full-size appliances, an Instant Pot, blender and toaster. Bring your preferred groceries and watch the videos below for the range, Keurig, blender and stocked supplies.
The sink uses its separate supplied water container. There is no hot water.
Heating, A/C & fireplace
Heat, air conditioning and an indoor electric fireplace help keep the studio comfortable. Watch these short guides for the controls.
TV, lighting and HVAC remotes ↗
Do not put wood or other materials in the electric fireplace. Follow the checkout message for temperature settings.
Bathroom Facilities
A private portable restroom serves the cabin. It is cleaned between every guest stay and emptied on a bi-weekly service schedule. There is no shower.
The handwashing sink has a separate 5-gallon water supply.
Entertainment
Enjoy the cabin’s vintage automotive decor, arcade games and jukebox during a relaxed evening indoors.
Grill, fire pit & yard
Enjoy the BBQ, outdoor dining and propane fire pit.
Check current fire restrictions before use: Burn Ban Status ↗.
- Use the propane fire pit only as directed by the posted instructions and current restrictions.
- Do not add wood or other materials to the propane fire pit.
- Keep flames a safe and manageable size and never leave the fire unattended.
- Turn off the fire pit and propane supply when finished, before going inside or leaving the property.
- Keep belongings away from flames and hot surfaces.
- Fireworks are strictly prohibited.
RIGHT OUTSIDE
A neighborhood
worth wandering.
Hot Rod Hideaway is in Nisqually Park near the national park entrance. Walk about a minute to the Nisqually River levee trail, which provides walking access into Mt. Rainier National Park.
Respect private lots and neighboring homes. A car is best for exploring Ashford and the mountain. Check the park links below for current conditions and trail rules.
04 / ROAD TO PARADISE
Make a day of the mountain.
Our local favorites, from a grocery stop on the way in to a trail you’ll remember.
Skyline Trail
A bigger mountain day: 1,700 feet of elevation gain, broad alpine views, and about 4½ hours of hiking. Check snow and trail conditions first.
Bench & Snow Lakes
A lake outing with rolling climbs and about 700 feet of elevation gain. Allow roughly two hours and check that the access road is open.
Comet Falls
Climb about 900 feet to the falls, allowing around three hours. Extending to Van Trump Park makes it a 5.8-mile outing with 2,000 feet of gain.
Rampart Ridge
Another option from our Road to Paradise hiking list. Open the park’s trail guide for route details and check current conditions before leaving.
Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad
A different way to spend a mountain day. Ask about the current train schedule and reserve ahead for the departure you want.
Find your kind of hike
Browse our family walks, longer hikes, and winter outing ideas. Choose a route for your group’s ability and the day’s conditions.
BaseCamp Bar & Grill
One of our Road to Paradise dining favorites. A convenient stop when you’d rather let someone else do the cooking.
Copper Creek
A local favorite from our area guide. Check opening hours before heading out, especially outside the main summer season.
Mill Haus
Our Road to Paradise guide calls this one worth the drive. Make it part of an outing rather than a quick walk from the cabin.
Dinner at the cabin
Pick up groceries on the way, put the full kitchen to work, and settle around the table. Check seasonal propane availability if you plan to grill.
Plaza Market · Eatonville
A fuller grocery selection about 35 minutes from the cabin, according to our host guide. A useful stop before heading into Ashford.
WinCo · Puyallup
Our Road to Paradise guide suggests stocking up here before the drive. Ashford’s grocery choices are limited.
Ashford County Store
A nearby option for basics and forgotten supplies. Check current opening hours and selection before making a special trip.
Park entry & winter travel
NPS says timed-entry reservations are not required in 2026. Entrance fees and passes still apply. Check requirements for your travel dates.
All vehicles, including AWD and 4WD, must carry tire chains November 1–May 1.
05 / A GOOD STAY FOR EVERYONE
A few cabin courtesies.
Thanks for looking after the cabin and keeping our mountain neighborhood peaceful.
Please message us during your stay so we have a chance to help. Report damage or maintenance needs promptly.
Guests, neighbors & quiet time
- Only registered guests are permitted; no unregistered visitors.
- No events or smoking.
- Quiet hours begin at 10 PM. Keep music and voices low outdoors.
- Respect neighboring homes and private property.
Bringing your dog
Follow the pet policy and any approval requirements in your reservation. If traveling with an approved dog, keep it leashed, respect neighboring properties and pick up waste.
Trash & recycling
Bag trash and use the designated cabin bin. Follow any collection instructions in your booking messages. Message us if the bin is full or you need help.
If the power goes out
Mountain power outages can happen. Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed and message us for assistance. Do not use outdoor cooking equipment indoors.
A LITTLE EXTRA
Make your stay your own.
Request through your booking messages. All services are subject to availability; wait for confirmation and payment instructions.
Ask about snowshoe and trekking-pole rentals, or an early arrival or late departure. Confirm availability and current pricing through your booking messages.
06 / UNTIL NEXT TIME
Before you head home.
Check out by 10:00 AM
Follow any reservation-specific instructions in your checkout message. Thank you for helping us get ready for the next guests.
- Follow your reservation-specific checkout instructions.
- Wash used dishes using the supplied sink water and take out bagged trash.
- Leave used bedding in place.
- Turn off the electric fireplace, TV, jukebox and lights.
- Turn off the propane fire pit and its propane supply.
- Set heating and A/C as directed in your checkout message.
- Check for belongings, close windows and lock doors.
WE’RE HERE TO HELP
Your mountain hosts.
For questions, requests or help during your stay, use the message thread on the platform you booked through. That keeps your reservation details together.
For a true emergency, call 911. Give responders the cabin’s exact street address from your check-in message.
