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Thanksgiving Stay - Dinosaur Retreat and Family Fun

Family-friendly holiday home in Washougal with a hot tub

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Washougal, WA
  • Place, Washougal Motocross Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Multnomah Falls
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Bridal Veil Falls State Park
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portland, OR (PDX-Portland Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Thanksgiving Stay - Dinosaur Retreat and Family Fun

Summary:
Welcome to Jurassic Retreat — A One-of-a-Kind Family Adventure Cabin!
Escape to a dino-sized experience in the heart of nature — perfect for families, remote workers, or couples looking for something wildly unique. Our Jurassic-themed cabin blends prehistoric fun with modern comfort: soak in the private hot tub, bbq up a feast for your crew, or cozy up in the living room to watch the Jurassic Park movie collection on our 75" tv - with dino décor all around. Fur babies stay for FREE!

The Space:
** Inquire about Events, Parties, Retreats, Field Trips, the options are endless! **

Summer Events Near Jurassic Retreat – Book Early!
Planning your stay between June and August? Here are some local events that make Jurassic Retreat the perfect home base:
Washougal MX Pro National (July) – Just minutes away! One of the biggest motocross races in the country. Book early — we fill fast for race weekend!
Washougal Art Festival (August) – Walkable from the Retreat! Meet local artists, enjoy food trucks, and live music in downtown Washougal.
Camas Days Festival (Late July) – Enjoy parades, beer gardens, and kid-friendly fun in nearby downtown Camas (10 minutes away).
Clark County Fair (August) – Classic fair with rides, concerts, and a rodeo — just 35 minutes away in Ridgefield.
Columbia Gorge Summer Concerts – Catch major artists at RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater, then escape the crowds and relax back here.
Gorge Hiking All Summer – We’re right near Dog Mountain, Beacon Rock, and scenic Columbia River Gorge trails — ideal for outdoor lovers & weekday explorers.

Insider tip: Weekday stays = fewer crowds at all the events & trails, plus special weekday booking rates here at the Retreat! Message us if you’re coming for a specific event — we’re happy to help you plan.

Welcome to Your Jurassic Retreat – A Prehistoric Escape Like No Other!

What Past Guests Say
“The dinosaurs and Jurassic Park theme exceeded our expectations—our kids loved every second of it.”
“My friend who LOVES Jurassic Park was blown away. LIFE SIZE DINOSAURS! You won’t regret staying here.”
“The hot tub and large TV are a perfect touch for a cozy December getaway.”
Most-Loved Feature: The immersive dinosaur theme and life-size dinos—a guest magnet for families, film lovers, and friend groups alike.

Weekday Getaway Ready: Skip the weekend crowds and enjoy special midweek deals! Whether it’s a family field trip, remote work break, or quiet couple’s stay, our cabin is set up for relaxing Mon–Thurs getaways.

Step into your very own Jurassic Park-inspired escape — a 4-bedroom, 2-bath home nestled deep in the evergreen hills of Washougal, WA. Just 15 minutes from Camas and the Columbia River Gorge, and 30 minutes from Portland, this unique stay blends modern comfort with prehistoric adventure.

With room for the whole family or a crew of dino-loving friends, this rural retreat offers movie-night magic, dinosaur decor, and a private hot tub. Whether you're here for a birthday, themed party, or a weekend of epic fun — you’ve just discovered the ultimate “wild stay” for all ages.

Perfect For
Jurassic fans of all ages
Families with kids looking for a memory-making getaway
Movie nights + movie theater popcorn & candy provided
Birthday parties, surprise trips, and special celebrations
Couples or adults who love a playful escape

Unrivaled Comfort & Adventure Await:
🛏 Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
🛏 Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
🛏 Bedroom 3: Twin/Full Bunk Bed + Twin Trundle
🛏 Bedroom 4: Twin/Twin Bunk Bed + Twin Trundle

Modern Comforts with a Prehistoric Twist:
Hot Tub Retreat – Soak under the stars after a day of adventure
75" Smart TV – Movie nights just got legendary
Open-Concept Design – Spacious, inviting, and perfect for making memories

Fully Stocked for Your Stay:
Chef’s Kitchen – Keurig coffee maker, toaster, microwave, and service for 12
Outdoor Oasis – Propane BBQ, picnic table, and a relaxing hot tub
Pet Perks – Food & water bowls, potty pads, dog treats, and a scooper with bags

Location
Located in Washougal, WA — a rural hideaway
15 minutes from Camas + Columbia River Gorge hiking trails
30 minutes to Portland, OR
4WD or AWD vehicle REQUIRED (steep driveway)
Perfect for unplugged fun, group retreats, and kid-friendly experiences surrounded by nature

Extras to Make Your Stay Seamless:
Free high-speed WiFi
Fresh linens & towels
Complimentary toiletries
Washer & dryer for added convenience

Parking: Driveway fits 4 vehicles - 4x4 or AWD Required

Your Jurassic adventure starts here—book now and experience the ultimate prehistoric getaway!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Stair Access – Three bedrooms and one bathroom require climbing stairs; the main level has step-free access.
4x4/AWD Required – A steep gravel driveway makes AWD/4x4 necessary year-round.
Limited Cell Service – Stay connected with free high-speed WiFi, but note that cell reception may be spotty.
Vehicle Restrictions – Only vehicles under 10’9” tall and 12’0” wide can fit through the entrance gate.

RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES:
Dougan Falls - 5 miles, 10 mins
Colombia River Gorge & Cape Horn Lookout - 5 miles, 10 mins
Washougal River State Park - 6 miles, 12 mins
Steigerwald Wildlife Refuge - 12 miles, 15 mins
Beacon Rock State Park - 12 miles, 20 mins
Waterfront Park - 30 miles, 25 mins
Multnomah Falls - 33 miles, 40 mins
Bridal Veil Falls - 36 miles, 45 mins

FAMILY ATTRACTIONS:
The Grotto - 27 miles, 35 mins
Sky Zone Trampoline Park - 29 miles, 40 mins
Lan Su Chinese Garden - 36 miles, 50 mins
Oregon Zoo - 40 miles, 50 mins
Oaks Amusement Park - 41 miles, 1 hour
Vista House - 46 miles, 1 hour

DINING:
Washougal Times - 12 miles, 20 mins
Ashwood Taps & Trucks - 12 miles, 20 mins
Acorn & the Oak - 16 miles, 25 mins
Sugarpine Drive In - 38 miles, 45 mins

BREWERIES:
Trap Door Brewery - 13 miles, 20 mins
Grains of Wrath - 15 miles, 25 mins
Recluse Brew Works - 15 miles, 25 mins
54/40 Brewing - 15 miles, 25 mins
Doomsday - 15 miles, 25 mins
Don't forget to get your Brew Passport stamped!

Portland Airport - 26 miles, 35 mins

NEARBY CITIES:
Washougal - 12 miles, 20 mins
Camas - 14 miles, 24 mins
Vancouver - 31 miles, 39 mins
Portland - 26 miles, 30 mins
Seattle - 192 miles, 3.5 hours

Security & Safety:
Your safety is our priority. This property features two exterior security cameras:
Camera 1: Front porch, facing the T-Rex.
Camera 2: Front porch, facing the Triceratops & Velociraptor.
Cameras are outward-facing only, monitoring exterior spaces for security. They do not record indoor areas. Motion-activated recording with video & sound.

Experience Jurassic Retreat, InvestorResidences Style
At InvestorResidences, we provide an upscale experience with premium services designed to elevate your stay and maximize your time. Our 24/7 guest support team is available to ensure everything is perfect for your trip.

Let us know how we can make your stay unforgettable. We look forward to hosting you at Jurassic Retreat!

Guest Access:
You’ll have access to the entire home + yard:
All 4 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms
Full kitchen + dining area
Living room with Smart TV & dino movies
Private outdoor hot tub + deck
Large outdoor space for kids and games
Secure smart lock check-in system

Getting Around:
Parking at the property is easy and guests can park up to 4 cars for free at the front of the property. It is not an easy area to get Ubers or Lyfts so we recommend having a car if you are going to be staying here. Must have 4x4 or AWD vehicles to access the private road to the house. Only vehicles shorter than 10’9” and smaller than 12’0” wide will fit in through our gate.

Interaction with Guests:
Weekday stays = lower rates + flexible check-ins
Returning guests get 15-20% off — message us before rebooking
Follow us on IG @JurassicProperty for surprise deals & giveaways!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Free
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Washougal

Washougal is home to this holiday home. Liberty Theater of Camas and Washougal and Vista House at Crown Point are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area and Reed Island State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Mt Hood Community College Planetarium, or check out an event or a game at Washougal Motocross Park.
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Washougal, WA

What's nearby

  • Washougal Motocross Park - 12 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Wahkeena Falls - 41 min drive - 62.8 km
  • Multnomah Falls - 43 min drive - 60.8 km
  • Bridal Veil Falls State Park - 44 min drive - 68.2 km
  • Latourell Falls - 48 min drive - 73.6 km

Getting around

  • Portland International Airport (PDX) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Multnomah Falls Lodge Restaurant - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Hughes Taproom - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cousin's Restaurant & Saloon - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Homestead Tavern - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thanksgiving Stay - Dinosaur Retreat and Family Fun pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Thanksgiving Stay - Dinosaur Retreat and Family Fun?

As of 12 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thanksgiving Stay - Dinosaur Retreat and Family Fun on 13 Nov 2025 start from AU$994.71, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Thanksgiving Stay - Dinosaur Retreat and Family Fun?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Thanksgiving Stay - Dinosaur Retreat and Family Fun?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thanksgiving Stay - Dinosaur Retreat and Family Fun?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thanksgiving Stay - Dinosaur Retreat and Family Fun located?

Located in Washougal, this family-friendly holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Washougal River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area and Columbia River Gorge. Columbia River and Washougal Motocross Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a nice property andso family friendly

Our kids loved the dino touches and of course the animatronic life size dinos! Hot tub was private and relaxing and the house was very comfortable for our large group.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The dinosaur retreat did not disappoint!!!! Plan to cook or bring food up from town, bc you will feel like you are in the middle of nowhere. That was definitely part of the appeal for me!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, the kids and adults alike enjoyed the dinosaurs. Richard and his team are extremely easy to communicate with. The house itself had many added amenities including a movie night treat for the kids which they loved! Wonderful stay, will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Angelina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

awesome but not for young kids

this place was awesome and my kiddos thought it was super cool. but the entire upstairs is open and you can hear every sound from every room in the house. teens and adults is fine but nap times and bedtimes were a bit of a nightmare. otherwise really cool place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

M B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorable and Fun!

The home is clean, the location is gorgeous, cell coverage not great but Wi-Fi works good. The communication was excellent and check in process was flawless. Hot tub water was cloudy, looked dirty. The main attraction here is all about the dinosaurs, which were incredible! The kids absolutely loved it, and it was a lot of fun. There's one small bedroom on the main floor, it has twin bunk beds. The upstairs bedrooms are all open to the downstairs. They are beautifully done but it feels like you are sleeping in a treehouse at a sleepover with all your friends. You can hear absolutely everything going on in the house at all times. There is no degree of separation whatsoever. Also, the ceilings in the upstairs hallways are very low and the angle of the roof obstructs the hallway even further. All of the tall people in our party hit their heads several times. We did enjoy our stay very much, and we love the location for its beauty and access to things we like to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harriet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun and funky stay for family wedding

Great communication from the start. House was immaculate and well supplied.. Big public area fit everyone and was comfortable. Hot tub was great.As in some other properties I have experienced, the bedrooms have open windows with shutters to the public area. It can be loud if one retires earlier than the rest of the group. Owner/agent receptive to suggestions as discoveries/inconveniences arose such as bedside lighting, cookware etcWe loved the dinosaurs! They are incredible. And we watched the supplied Jurassic Park movies on the big screen inside. That area of the Columbia River is gorgeous. Jurassic Retreat would be a fun base for a family to spend some time exploring. Even with mostly all adults, we worked the dinos often.We were to capacity with a girls cousin room and a boys cousin room and adult brother and sister with their spouses.in the other two rooms. The big bathroom upstairs worked well for the girls to get ready while the rest of us went downstairs. Prepping for a family wedding with several events over two days, we had lots of ins and outs and turnarounds. Everyone had their space and it worked well.I rented a large 4WD at the listings suggestion and was glad I did. Other cars could make it up the hill but it was a breeze with my Suburban.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible House

The most incredible and unique property. My friends and I rented this house as we ran the 100K Gorge Ultra. It was perfect for us as it was spacious, open for entertaining, and had all the amenities we needed. The moving dinosaurs were an added special touch. Highly recommend to any families or just friends coming together looking for a special place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janelle H., Washington State

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a magical stay!

We had the best time at the Dino home! The outdoor dinosaurs are of incredible quality. Even better than the dinosaurs we saw at the pacific science center in Seattle. Our 2 year old loved the generous amount of dinosaur toys to play with in his bedroom as well as his “big boy” bunk bed. We enjoyed our evenings lounging on the most comfortable couch in the world. Everything was perfect. The attention to detail across the whole property is incredible. We’d love to come back :)
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Richard Wilson

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Hello - My wife Adriana Wilson and I have 3 daughters and live in Scottsdale, Arizona. We love adventure travel, camping, hiking, backpacking, trail running, and seeing new cultures. We have visited 35 countries to date, and there is nothing we like more than a fun trip or new experience.

We started our business in 2007, we have hosted 185 live investors events during that time, and we focus only in helping private investors, doctors and dentists invest into medical practices and Airbnb properties now. Doctors tend to be very nice human beings to work with, and it turns out it is more fun to visit an Airbnb property investment than a car wash, parking garage or self-storage facility that you can put your money into - so that's where we focus our time and energy now in our investor club, called the Family Office Club.

Now after 16 years we have no investors and no debt and we support with our business a 28-person team. We hope that you will explore our listings, and create lifelong memories and have fun adventures at our properties.

Please let us know how we can make your stay great, and thank you in advance for supporting our family business at InvestorResidences dot com.

Why they chose this property

OUTDOOR RECREATION: Dougan Falls (5.0 miles), Washougal River State Park (6.2 miles), Beacon Rock State Park (12.6 miles), Blue Lake Regional Park (31.1 miles), Multnomah Falls Recreation Area (32.7 miles), Sandy River Delta Park (38.4 miles), Rooster Rock State Park (39.0 miles), Crown Point State Scenic Corridor (45.9 miles)

FAMILY ATTRACTIONS: The Grotto (27.6 miles), Lan Su Chinese Garden (36.2 miles), Oregon Zoo (40.3 miles), Oaks Amusement Park (41.0 miles), Vista House (45.9 miles)

SCENIC TRAILS: Cape Horn Lookout (5.5 miles), Wahkeena Falls (33.1 miles), Angel’s Rest Trailhead (35.7 miles), Bridal Veil Falls (36.3 miles)

NEARBY CITIES: Washougal (12.3 miles), Vancouver (30.7 miles), Portland (36.9 miles), Seattle (192 miles)

AIRPORT: Portland International Airport (29.0 miles)

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English

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