Yakima River Canyon · Near Ellensburg, WA
Canyon Basin House
A modern home on 10 private acres where the golden canyon walls meet the Yakima River — and world-class blue ribbon fly fishing waits at your doorstep.
Your Ellensburg Area Getaway
A fully remodeled retreat in the heart of the Yakima River Canyon
Tucked into 10 private acres of Central Washington high desert, Canyon Basin House is a contemporary three-bedroom home built for slow mornings on the deck and big days on the river. Generous windows frame the golden hills, a chef's kitchen anchors the open living space, and the Yakima River — Washington's only blue ribbon trout stream — winds through the canyon just minutes away. Set on the sunny, dry side of the Cascades with roughly 300 days of sunshine a year, it's an easy two-hour escape from Seattle and Bellevue over Snoqualmie Pass.
River at the Doorstep
Blue ribbon fly fishing on the Yakima River — the nearest public access at Bighorn is less than 2 minutes from the front door.
Canyon Views All Around
Wake to towering canyon walls from nearly every window, then watch them glow gold at sunset from the upper deck.
Chef's Kitchen
Full professional-grade Thor appliance suite, quartz counters, and a solid white-oak dining table that seats eight.
Stone Gas Fireplace
A floor-to-ceiling stone hearth with a reclaimed-wood mantel — the centerpiece of the bright, open living room.
Game Room
Unwind over a shuffleboard table and a deep sectional with a smart TV after a day on the water.
Room for Gear
Sprawling acreage, ample parking, and garage space for drift boats, rafts, bikes, and everything the trip requires.
A Guided Tour
Room by room
Every space in Canyon Basin House was rebuilt with wide-plank floors, big windows, and the canyon in view. Here's what you'll find inside.
Great Room
A stone hearth under vaulted ceilings
The vaulted great room rises around a floor-to-ceiling stone gas fireplace with a reclaimed-wood mantel and live-edge console tables, lit by an antler chandelier. Sink into the sectional and lounge chairs as afternoon light pours through the canyon-view windows onto the wide-plank floors.
Chef's Kitchen
A true cook's kitchen
A full professional-grade Thor appliance suite — electric range, French-door refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave drawer — paired with rich wood cabinetry and dark soapstone quartz counters and backsplash. Fully stocked for big group meals before and after a day on the river.
Dining Area
Gather around solid white oak
A handsome solid white-oak table seats eight just off the kitchen and great room, so big breakfasts before a day on the river — and long dinners after — all happen in one bright, connected space framed by canyon views.
Downstairs King Suite
Wake up to the canyon
The downstairs king suite features a statement wood canopy king bed dressed in crisp white linens, matching antler lamps, and a window that opens onto the golden canyon walls. A Crate & Barrel queen sofa bed adds comfortable, flexible sleeping for extra guests.
Bedroom Two
A second restful retreat
A second canopy king bedroom carries the same calm, modern style — soft neutral tones, quality linens, that warm wood-and-antler accent, and its own window onto the canyon.
Bedroom Three
Built for the crew & kids
The bunk room sleeps the extra crew on a Twin XL-over-Queen bunk bed, with a window that frames the canyon hills — the favorite room for kids and fishing buddies alike. Traveling with a little one? A pack-and-play crib is ready for the youngest guests.
Bathrooms
Spa-style and ready for two-and-a-half baths
Two full bathrooms — one with a sleek tiled walk-in rainfall shower, the other with a glass tub-and-shower combo — plus a convenient half bath for guests. All finished with large-format tile, dark vanities, and modern fixtures.
Game Room
Where the day winds down
A shuffleboard table, a deep modern sectional, and a smart TV make this the heart of the evening — swap fish stories and settle a tournament after dinner.
Deck & Grounds
Ten acres, all yours
An upper deck and lower covered patio look out over 10 private acres of meadow and canyon. Morning coffee, evening grilling, and gear storage for boats and rods — there's room for all of it.
RV Hookup
Bring the rig along
A dedicated 30-amp RV hookup sits beside the detached garage, so you can bring the motorhome or travel trailer and settle in with the canyon as your backdrop. Level parking and plenty of room to maneuver make arrival easy. Note: plan to bring about 100 ft of hose to reach the house water spigot.
The Property
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Blue Ribbon Fly Fishing · Washington
Cast into Washington's premier trout water
The Yakima River through the canyon is the only blue ribbon trout stream in Washington — a legendary tailwater fishery for wild rainbow and westslope cutthroat trout. Canyon Basin House puts you minutes from it.
- Year-round dry fly, nymph, and streamer fishing on the Yakima River
- Famous hatches — Skwala, March Brown, caddis, and the fall Blue Wing Olive
- Bighorn public access under 2 minutes away, plus float launches nearby
- Local guides and drift-boat outfitters in Ellensburg and in the canyon — just 10 minutes from the renowned Red's Fly Shop
- Space to rig rods, store waders, and park your boat or raft
Explore Central Washington
A sunny escape from Seattle & Bellevue
Scenic Canyon Road (SR-821) winds along the river between Ellensburg and Yakima, and you're right in the middle of it. Just about two hours from Seattle and Bellevue over Snoqualmie Pass — yet on the dry, sunny side of the mountains with around 300 days of sunshine a year. Spend the day on the water, then explore everything Kittitas County has to offer.
- The famous Ellensburg Rodeo & Kittitas County Fair every Labor Day weekend
- Live music at the Gorge Amphitheatre, about an hour away
- Downtown Ellensburg dining, breweries & Central Washington University
- Yakima River Canyon scenic byway, hiking & whitewater rafting
- Wine tasting in the Yakima Valley & Ellensburg area
- Hot-air balloon launches, plus Snoqualmie Pass skiing about an hour west
Concerts at the Gorge Amphitheatre
The smart basecamp for a Gorge weekend
The Gorge Amphitheatre is one of the most breathtaking concert venues in the world — and one of the hardest places to find a bed. Event weekends draw well over 20,000 fans per night, while only about 150 rental listings sit anywhere near the venue, and they book many months in advance.
When lodging by the amphitheatre is sold out, Ellensburg is the next closest place to stay — about 45 miles away and sitting right on I-90, the exact route home to Seattle and Bellevue. Canyon Basin House is a full-house alternative for groups who want room to spread out, a real kitchen, and an easy morning-after drive back over Snoqualmie Pass. We see inquiries months in advance for Gorge event weekends, so reserve early to lock in your dates.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Canyon Basin House located?
Canyon Basin House sits on 10 private acres in the Yakima River Canyon, along scenic Canyon Road (SR-821) between Ellensburg and Yakima, Washington — a short drive from downtown Ellensburg and Central Washington University.
Is the fly fishing on the Yakima River really "blue ribbon"?
Yes. The Yakima River through the canyon is Washington's only designated blue ribbon trout stream, known for wild rainbow and cutthroat trout. The river runs through the canyon just minutes from the property, with public access and guided trips available nearby.
How many guests does the home sleep?
Canyon Basin House comfortably sleeps up to 8 across a flexible layout. Downstairs is a king suite with an attached full bathroom, plus a queen sofa bed within the suite. Upstairs is a king bedroom and a separate bunk room with a Twin XL-over-Queen bunk bed, connected by a full Jack-and-Jill bathroom. For young ones, a pack-and-play is always available.
Is there an RV hookup?
Yes. The property has a dedicated 30-amp RV hookup beside the detached garage, with a level pad and easy access, so you can bring a motorhome or travel trailer along for your stay.
How far is it from Seattle or Bellevue?
Canyon Basin House is about a two-hour drive from Seattle and Bellevue via I-90 over Snoqualmie Pass — and you arrive on the dry, sunny side of the Cascades, making it an easy weekend getaway from the greater Seattle area.
What's the weather like — is it really sunny?
Yes. The Yakima River Canyon sits in Central Washington's high desert, one of the sunniest, driest parts of the state, with roughly 300 days of sunshine a year — a stark contrast to the rainy west side of the mountains.
Is it close to the Ellensburg Rodeo?
Yes. The historic Ellensburg Rodeo and Kittitas County Fair (Labor Day weekend) are a short drive away in Ellensburg, making the house a great basecamp for the event.
How do I book?
Reserve your dates directly through our Airbnb listing at airbnb.com/h/canyonbasin.
Rates
Nightly pricing
Nightly rates start around $599 a night and vary by season, event weekends at the Gorge, and length of stay. For live availability, the latest rates, and any current discounts, see the Airbnb listing.
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Modern comfort, ten private acres, and blue ribbon fly fishing on the Yakima River — all near Ellensburg, Washington.
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