7 Family-Friendly Holiday Airbnbs in the Pacific Northwest
The holidays are a time for loved ones. But spending time with family doesn’t have to mean spending time at home. This holiday season, the lush forests, long coastline, and famous beer, wine, and food scenes of the Pacific Northwest are calling. And we know just where to stay. Whether you’re planning a big family reunion or a low-key trip with the kids, these are the Pacific Northwest Airbnbs in Washington, Oregon, and northwest Idaho to book.
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1. Cozy log cabin on Camano Island, Washington
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Nothing says cozy like a cabin in Puget Sound during the colder months. The large, luxurious property is located on Camano Island near Madrona Beach, offering views of Saratoga Passage from the glass-walled living room and generous yard. Either location, guests can snuggle up by a crackling fire, around the fireplace or the fire pit on the front lawn.
Sleeps: 13 guests, four bedrooms
Price: $300 per night
2. Architectural A-frame in Seattle, Washington
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This cabin-style home in northeast Seattle is the perfect compromise for the city and country folks in your family. It sits on a woodsy suburban lot a block from Matthew’s Beach and a 15-minute drive from downtown Seattle. Back home, the Lego-themed kitchen might inspire dinner and a game night; luckily the unit comes thoughtfully equipped for both.
Sleeps: Six guests, four bedrooms
Price: $469 per night
3. Mount Bachelor retreat in Bend, Oregon
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Between the hot tub and the fire pit, this “high desert hideaway” is a total bachelor pad. A Mount Bachelor pad, that is. Located roughly seven miles from Oregon’s premier ski resort on the Deschutes River, the townhouse is perfect for active families, with access to slopes, trails, and mountain bikes for borrow. After long days outdoors, groups will appreciate the fully equipped, open-plan kitchen — complete with a 10-seat dining room table and a wine fridge for the adults.
Sleeps: 10 guests, four bedrooms
Price: $328 per night
4. Vibrant Victorian in Tacoma, Washington
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This colorful Victorian in Tacoma’s Old Town is called “Casa Frida” after painter Frida Kahlo. Every detail channels the artist’s life and works, from the textiles in the bedrooms to the portraits on the walls. Even the blue exterior matches La Casa Azul, Kahlo’s house turned museum in Mexico City. Downtown Tacoma is no major capital city, but guests will enjoy dining out in the Proctor District and strolling around the waterfront park. Pets, too, which are welcome for a fee.
Sleeps: Eight guests, four bedrooms
Price: $201 per night
5. Designer home in Boise, Idaho
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This immaculate house in South Boise Village looks like a hotel but feels like a home. With room for 10 people, and the possibility of accommodating extra kids upon request, it’s ideal for families who like to stay close to home, whether that means cycling down the Boise River Greenbelt or staging a shoot for this year’s Christmas card in the stylish, naturally lit living room.
Sleeps: 10 guests, four bedrooms
Price: $295 per night
6. Wine country colonial in Salem, Oregon
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If the kids in your family are grown, consider holidaying in wine country this year. This four-bedroom colonial in Salem is located near some of Oregon’s finest vineyards, as well as farmlands, forests, and orchards that are prettiest in fall. There’s as much entertainment awaiting guests on the property, from patio barbecues to home-theater screenings and moonlight hot tubs. Don’t miss Salem’s Saturday market to stock up on movie night snacks.
Sleeps: Eight guests, four bedrooms
Price: $324 per night
7. Downtown luxury in Gig Harbor, Washington
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At first glance, these modern digs in Gig Harbor look too trendy for kids. But take the full tour, and you’ll see a wall of bunk beds, a foosball table, and tons of books, toys, puzzles, and games for all ages. A block from the water, the harborfront house is within walking distance of restaurants, shops, and marinas, as well as driving distance to the best of the Puget Sound. 
Sleeps: Eight guests, four bedrooms
Price: $520 per night
