Frequently asked questions about the Clearwater Guesthouse Where is the guesthouse? The guesthouse is located about 62 miles north of Hoquiam, Washington on Highway 101 at Milepost 147, 3.1 miles from highway 101 on the Clearwater Road. Where is the nearest store? There is a small store and gas station at Queets, about 8 miles from the guesthouse, and a small store at Kalaloch, about 12 miles away. Both these stores are located on highway 101, north of its junction with the Clearwater Road. Are there any restaurants nearby? There are good restaurants at Kalaloch and, to the south, at Lake Quinault Lodge. Several other smaller restaurants are located at Amanda Park(Lake Quinault) and on the South Shore Road of Lake Quinault. What activities are available in the area? Beachcombing, river fishing for salmon, steelhead and trout, mushrooming, canoeing, rafting, hiking, bird watching, surf fishing for ocean perch and smelting for surf smelt are among the many things folks do in this area. Describe what’s available/not available in the home. The guesthouse is furnished except for towels, dishtowels, sheets and pillow cases. All cookware, dishes, etc. are furnished including coffee pots, microwave, double oven, toaster and refrigerator. There is free wi-fi but no phone or television. Cell phones work best outside the home and service can be sporadic. There is a fireplace insert and plenty of dry wood is available as well as electric baseboard heat. An oversized shower is in the bathroom. What will I find outside the home? A large yard, barbecue pit and prep station with water, a basketball hoop, ping pong shed, Weber kettle barbecue, a couple of mountain bikes and various other toys. Are pets allowed? Yes, provided that their owners take the usual measures to clean up after them. What is check in/out time? Visitors should plan to arrive no earlier than 1:00pm and leave no later than noon unless special provisions are made ahead of time. How do I get into the house? Once your non-refundable deposit for the first night of your stay is received you will be notified as to the location of the keys to the home. How do I make a reservation? Simply go to www.clearwaterguesthouse.com and find your preferred dates on the site calendar. Click on the dates, complete the information requested and click on “Submit”. You will receive notice that your request has been received. Then, you must send in the non-refundable deposit. The balance is due one week prior to the first night of your stay. I’m planning on fishing with a driftboat. Can you suggest someone to “spot” my truck and trailer so that my party won’t have to drive two vehicles? Yes, just let me know that you need this service and I’ll set you up.