Barbara's Cabin. A luxury log home in the heart of Washington wine country. | House in West Richland

8.8 (6 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  10 Guests
West Richland House | Barbara's Cabin. A luxury log home in the heart of Washington wine country.

2 Bedroom House in West Richland

Welcome to our custom log home we call Barbara's Cabin.
We invite you to a unique luxury lodging experience in our newly renovated and completely restored hand-crafted log home providing 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, one half-bath, and a sleeping loft/den, situated on a quiet 2.5 acres hillside overlooking the Yakima and Columbia River. Offering a special mix of hillside views with quiet privacy, this elegant home estate is close to numerous wineries, restaurants, breweries, rivers, trails, parks, shopping centers, and golf courses.
Enjoy time with family and friends in this beautiful custom log home. The home was hand built in 1984 from rare and exclusive hand-selected 50-foot-long Montana-grown larch logs and assembled here by original owners / builders Ken and Barbara Dudney. Barbara Dudney is also known by her maiden and stage name, Barbara Mandrell, an award-winning Country Music Hall of Fame music legend, actress and TV star.
The 2-story home features two bedrooms, one upstairs and one on the main level. The en-suite master bedroom has a king bed, and the loft bedroom has a queen bed, a twin bed, and full-size futon. There is an additional full-size futon in the loft den. The home has peg-and-plank solid oak floor throughout with tile and natural stone floors in the bathrooms.
The luxurious 2-1/2 bathrooms feature a copper soaking tub in the upstairs bath with an extra-large walk-in shower and a dual vanity with natural stone top and copper sinks. The master bath features a heated stone and tile floor, natural stone top double vanity with chiseled stone sinks. The guest half bath on the main floor has a hand-crafted wine-barrel vanity and one of three original high-tank pull-chain toilets. The guest bathroom also is the laundry room with a full-sized washer and dryer.
The home has a very unique history and is one of only a handful of truly handcrafted log homes in the Tri-Cities. Ken and Barbara built this home as a birthday gift for Ken’s grandmother in the style of a traditional Tennessee log cabin, with a “living-stone” lava-rock foundation supporting the hand-hewn log walls, copying the style and finishes of the log cabin Willie Nelson built by himself in Tennessee.
Barbara and Ken first stayed here shortly after the home was completed in 1985, almost immediately after Barbara’s recovery from her near-fatal car accident in September of 1984. They returned often and stayed here with their three children when visiting Ken’s grandmother and Ken's family until they sold the home to the second owners in 1996.
Ken built the home with 50-foot-long hand-scribed larch logs for very specific reasons. Larch, or tamarack, is one of few rare deciduous conifers which loses its’ needles and goes dormant every winter. It is a slower-growing tree producing a tighter-grained, denser wood, with decay and insect resistant sap, which gives it a rich reddish-orange hue.
The dark bark and knots contrasting against the reddish-orange tint of the hand-peeled logs is ultimately what attracted Ken and Barbara to use larch in all their homes. They also recognized the density, strength, and durability of larch were ideal for the harsh four-season environments of both Washington and Tennessee.
This was the first log home built by Ken Dudney, but not the last. He became a salesman for the company that helped design this home, Rustics of Lindburgh Lake. He went on to help design and build log homes for Barbara’s sister, Irlene, and their own 27,000 square-foot log mansion named “The Fontanel” in White Creek, Tennessee.
Built in 1987-1988 on a 136-acre estate with Montana-grown larch logs, The Fontanel Mansion is the world’s largest log home. It was three stories tall, complete with more than 20 rooms, 13 bathrooms, five fireplaces, two kitchens, a bowling alley/shooting range, soda fountain, and a helipad. Ken built another log home almost identical to this home on the same property as the Fontanel for Barbara Mandrell's sister Irlene Mandrell, which is also a vacation rental.
Due to its’ scarcity and cost, larch is rarely used to build log homes today. The home had seen little maintenance and no updates until we purchased it in 2013. Because it was built so well and with arguably the best materials possible, it weathered the neglect extremely well. Over the next ten years, the home and landscaping were carefully restored and renovated, with modern improvements and comforts added to maintain the luxurious appeal yet rustic nature of the home.
We welcome you to experience a piece of country music history with this extremely rare mix of modern amenities wrapped in warm hand-hewn logs, nestled among tall evergreens and lush landscaping, surrounded by the sun-soaked hills and winding rivers of Washington wine country.

Barbara's Cabin A luxury log home in the heart of Washington wine country is located in West Richland. Barbara's Cabin A luxury log home in the heart of Washington wine country provides accommodation, featuring Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, among other amenities. This House features Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Barbara's Cabin A luxury log home in the heart of Washington wine country has 2 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the West Richland has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in West Richland, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Eco Friendly
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Bathtub or shower
  • 2+ bathrooms
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Stovetop
  • Spices
  • Oven
  • Ice maker
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Smoke-free property
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Activities
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Video library
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Music library
General
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches
  • English
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a rural location
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk chair
  • Desk
Guest Services
  • Children's games
  • Children's books
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 12:00 pm
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: hillside property with steep drops and stairs.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation this property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

FAQ's

Is this West Richland house pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the West Richland house have a swimming pool?

No, this West Richland house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in West Richland house?

Best-rates for the West Richland house starts from $340 per night with includes Fireplace/Heating, Eco Friendly, Air Conditioner, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, Laundry, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, Guest Services, Kitchen, TV, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Child Friendly with all other facilities. RBO matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is West Richland house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the West Richland house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the West Richland house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the West Richland house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the West Richland house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for West Richland house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the West Richland house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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