‘Glamping.’ A somewhat new term, added to the dictionary only 3 short years ago but bringing a whole new meaning to sleeping outdoors. I’ve wanted to try this new style of ‘glorious camping’ for a while now but since sleeping in a tent in the backcountry is much cheaper, I put the idea to the side. That is, until I discovered glamping in the Cascades of Washington.
As a finale to our North Cascades National Park road trip, we spent a few days in the foothills of the Cascades overlooking the Columbia River Valley. While my only intention of being here was to attend a long weekend with Dave Matthews Band at the Gorge, I got much more than I bargained for through my gorgeous accommodation.
The Glamping Location
Located just outside of the Wenatchee National Forest is Wenatchee and the small vineyard fields of Malaga, Washington. As I was looking for an AirBnb for our getaway, I found this gem of a location.
I’ve always wanted to glamp but I could never find accommodations cheap enough for me; choosing the free backcountry overnight trips was a no brainer to save on money. Knowing that the surrounding hotels in the area were more than $100 a night here, Aerie was right in my budget at around $75. And let’s be real, I’d pick a tent in the country any day over a hotel room!
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About the Glamping Tent
I’ve seen plenty of glamping listings that stray away from where the word glamping comes from… camping. While those tiny homes and miniature cabins are cute and all, I want to maintain that feeling of being in a tent while also getting the opportunity to sleep in a real bed (especially after a week in the backcountry of the North Cascades!)
The tent itself is considered a “canvas cabin tent.” Measuring in at a 12 x 14, it’s more than enough space to stand up and walk around. Along with that extra space is a comfortable queen size bed, a rocking chair, two nightstands, a small dining table and a storage cabinetry with extra books, instructions for the glamp and things to do in the surrounding area.
Features of the Glamp
You’ll find a full kitchen is on the outside deck, and that deck! My absolute favorite part of the entire experience. But first about this kitchen… Maria the owner installed a make-shift countertop in the corner of the desk, featuring a sink and running water. There’s also a small propane grill, cooler, coffee maker, pots/pans/dishes and even a wine opener! She literally thought of everything here.
Up the pathway next to the garden is the outhouse. Since backcountry pit toilets was my life for the past week, I was a little hesitant to use it. However, this was the cleanest little outhouse I’ve ever been in, complete with toilet paper rolls and an RV-style flusher. Not to mention it smelled great in there!
But back to to that deck. A 12 x 8 foot covered deck with handmade wine barrel chairs to sit and enjoy the most breathtaking views of the Columbia River Valley was all I needed. When the sun begins to set at night, it was over. There’s nowhere else I’d rather be!
Things To Do at the Glamp
I mean, you are GLAMPING. With views like these, nothing other than sitting my butt down and drinking some wine is on my agenda.
I’ll admit though, with 10 acres of land to explore around the glamping tent, it was obvious we should stroll around at sunset to take in the scenery. Our view was full of clouds but those colors rolling in over Wenatchee and the North Cascades in the distance didn’t disappoint.
I really couldn’t wait to get back to that beautiful deck of the glamping tent. Soak up the rest of the night drinking wine and relaxing as the clouds continued to roll in over the Columbia River Valley.
When morning comes, wander up the path and over to the garden area. Inside the gate is a chicken coop with fresh eggs ready to fry up.
After some breakfast, make your way through the garden. Picking from the fresh ingredients and maybe snag some strawberries for a snack. Stop and smell the flowers and the sights of Cathedral Rock behind you before retreating back to the glamping tent down the hill.
A half mile down the road is a gem of a winery and a must visit while glamping here. With Malaga Springs Winery only a half mile away, you don’t even need a DD to bring you back!
We ended our weekend dancing away at a Dave Matthews concert before heading back on the road towards California. I can’t imagine spending our post-backcountry exploration of the North Cascades any better than we did.
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