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See this stunning alpine cabin nestled in the forests of Mt. Rainier, Washington

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Exterior of alpine cabin nestled in pine forest with vaulted gable, stone chimney, and covered patio, Greenwater, Washington

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Nestled at the base of Mt. Rainier, in Greenwater, Washington, this alpine cabin was custom-designed by Lauren Crocco Architecture for a couple who love to host family and friends for extended stays. The house serves as a base camp for skiing and hiking adventures year-round and is an escape from urban life just 90 minutes away.

This 2,500-square-foot house includes a vaulted living room, a casual kitchen with a dining nook, a primary suite, 2 guest bedrooms, and an office. The large covered patio with exterior fireplace extends the living area year-round. Continue below to see the rest of this beautiful home tour…

DESIGN DETAILS 

ARCHITECT Lauren Crocco Architecture
INTERIOR DESIGN White Label Interiors
PHOTO STYLING Teressa Johnson

Aerial view of alpine cabin with metal roof surrounded by tall pine forest, Greenwater, Washington

The home is gracious enough for a crowd, yet comfortable for a couple. Living spaces are intimate with a strong connection to the exterior. The use of substantial, natural finishes was inspired by the owner’s (who have Belgian roots and adventurous spirits) love of European ski lodges and authentic alpine architecture.

Front entry of alpine cabin with wood beam portico, natural stone facade, and solid oak door, Mt. Rainier, Washington

The home blends a cozy cabin vibe with fresh, modern touches. Clean walls and millwork let solid oak doors steal the show, while rustic tongue-and-groove ceilings provide the place a lived-in charm.

Entryway mudroom with live-edge wood bench, black-framed windows, and tongue-and-groove wood ceiling, Mt. Rainier cabin

What We Love About This Home

This alpine cabin near Mt. Rainier strikes a perfect balance between rugged mountain character and warm, livable comfort. The design vision of authentic alpine architecture comes through in every detail, from the dramatic vaulted living room with its floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace to the covered patio that extends the living space year-round. A new traditional sensibility runs throughout, feeling collected and personal rather than decorator-perfect, right down to the dog-friendly fabrics on the living room sofa. Overall, we love every detail in this peaceful forest home.

Tell Us: Which space in this stunning Mt. Rainier alpine cabin would you most love to spend time in: the vaulted stone fireplace living room, the cozy kitchen banquette, or the covered outdoor patio? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

Note: Be sure to check out a couple of other spectacular home tours that we have highlighted here on One Kindesign in the state of Washington: Modern tree house on a bluff with tranquil views over Washington’s Puget Sound and See this compact cabin perched in the breathtaking Cascade Mountains.

Open living room with stone fireplace, gray sectional sofa, wingback chairs, and panoramic forest views, Greenwater, Washington

Above: The living room comfortably seats eight, ideal for lively football games, thanks to stylish dog-proof fabrics.

Vaulted living room with floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, exposed wood beams, and ring chandelier, Greenwater, Washington

Above: The vaulted living room captures the vertical nature of the surrounding forest.

Stone fireplace detail with reclaimed wood mantle, herringbone tile firebox, and leather bench, alpine cabin near Mt. Rainier

Close-up of stone fireplace surround with reclaimed wood mantle and leather window bench, Mt. Rainier cabin

Kitchen with planked oak cabinetry, black island, stone countertops, and cowhide bar stools, alpine cabin near Mt. Rainier

Above: The custom kitchen cabinets, designed by White Label Interiors, feature planked doors and are adjacent to a cozy nook with a U-shaped banquette—a perfect spot for coffee, cribbage, or working from home.

Kitchen with planked oak cabinetry, Wolf range, white tile backsplash, and stone countertops, alpine cabin near Mt. Rainier

Overhead detail of kitchen stone countertop with ceramic bowls, and strawberries, Mt. Rainier cabin

Kitchen and dining nook with black island, pendant lights, tongue-and-groove ceiling, and U-shaped banquette, Greenwater, Washington

Dining nook with U-shaped banquette, black spindle chairs, tongue-and-groove ceiling, and forest views, Greenwater, Washington

Primary bedroom with upholstered headboard, layered white bedding, forest views, and oak door, alpine cabin near Mt. Rainier

Above: The peaceful owner’s bedroom features a rug tying together the home’s palette, and glass shadowbox tables, just begging for a collection of heart-shaped rocks from nearby hikes.

Primary bedroom detail with upholstered headboard, black nightstand, and forest views, alpine cabin near Mt. Rainier

Bedroom nightstand detail with ceramic lamp, wildflower bouquet, and oak headboard, Greenwater, Washington

Primary bathroom with oak vanity, stone countertop, glass shower, and pendant lights, alpine cabin near Mt. Rainier

Laundry room with navy cabinetry, built-in dog wash station, and blue subway tile, Greenwater, Washington

Guest sitting room with green sofa, exposed wood beam, cafe curtains, and forest views, Mt. Rainier cabin

Covered breezeway with outdoor shower, cedar paneling, and black pendant lights, alpine cabin near Mt. Rainier

Above: A breezeway provides a protected entry from the garage and circulation around the house.

Covered outdoor patio with stone fireplace, wood beam ceiling, and dining table surrounded by pine forest, Greenwater, Washington

Rear exterior of alpine cabin with metal roof, covered patio, stone fireplace, and pine forest, Greenwater, Washington

Stone fire pit seating area with Adirondack chairs surrounded by tall pine forest, Mt. Rainier, Washington

Overhead detail of wooden dough bowl with pine cones, mushrooms, and lichen collected from the forest floor, Mt. Rainier

PHOTOGRAPHER Kara Mercer

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