We arrived in Skagit Valley just as golden hour started to settle in, having made the 1.5 hour drive from Seattle. Tucked away from the noise of everyday life, our tiny cabin at Postcard Cabins instantly felt like a reset button. My husband and I are in the middle of a nomadic chapter where we’re figuring out our next home locale, so this trip was a welcome opportunity to set aside the current logistics of our life and embrace the simple, cozy, and purposefully designed cabins meant to encourage slowing down. No Wi-Fi, no distractions—just the sounds of the trees swaying and a crackling fire pit waiting for us outside.
After settling in, we set off to explore the property’s nearby nature trail. It didn’t take long before we were completely immersed in the quiet stillness of the woods. We spotted a couple of deer grazing in the distance, and clusters of mushrooms—some of the most whimsical we’ve ever seen—hugging the mossy trees. The path led us to a tucked-away waterfall that felt like something out of a storybook. It was just us and our dog, Roscoe, taking in the beautiful chorus of nature.
Back at our cabin, we kickstarted a campfire and put together a simple camp meal: cheese burgers, grilled onions, a simple salad and fresh strawberries. I don’t know why, but there’s just something about cooking outdoors that makes everything taste better. Even if it’s a little burnt.
The next morning, we woke up to some typical Washington rainfall, so we allowed ourselves a slow start to the morning with coffee and cuddles in bed. This was my fourth stay with Postcard Cabins (though my first time in Skagit Valley), and once again I was so impressed by how comfortable the beds are. Despite the small space, the mattresses are generous and super cozy. After waking up feeling rejuvenated, I checked my Oura Ring score to find the best sleep score I’ve had all year!
Once the rain tapered off, we decided to venture out to explore some of the local haunts nearby. Our first stop: Big Lake Grocery—a nostalgic roadside diner where the coffee is hot and the locals make you feel like you’ve been coming there for years. We munched on some classic diner food and continued on to Snow Goose Produce, a must-visit for their famous giant ice cream cones. We weren’t the only ones with that idea on a Sunday; it felt like half the town was waiting in line for ice cream with us!
The last place on our itinerary was Skagit River Brewery, a cozy watering hole in town with a great selection of craft beers and comfort food, perfect for an evening wind-down. We ordered the clam chowder and reuben sandwich before calling it a night. Despite our day’s adventure, the pace still felt slow and just what we needed compared to the speed of our former LA life. All in all, this weekend was a reminder of how good it feels to disconnect and just be—to listen to the rustling of the trees, cook over an open fire, and find joy in the small things. Postcard Cabins in Skagit Valley gave us the perfect backdrop for that kind of escape, and it definitely won’t be the last time we explore a new Postcard Cabins location.
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