Mill Creek College Cabin
Welcome to the Whitman Mill Creek College Cabin! Located just 25 miles from Whitman, this facility is available for short-term use by Whitman students, faculty and staff. The cabin has two bedrooms, each containing 2 bunk beds comfortably sleeping eight people. The kitchen is stocked with plates, cups, pots, pans and cooking utensils. There is a small bathroom and a spacious living room. Weather permitting, cabin users may have a fire in the outdoor fire pit or inside using the wood stove-firewood is available in the wood shed next to the cabin. Experience a relaxing stay at the beautiful Mill Creek Cabin!
Whitman College Mill Creek Cabin
84686 Neotoma Lane
Walla Walla, WA 99362
Phone: 541-558-3746
Reservations
Please contact the Reid Campus Center office for reservation info (527-5208)
Rental Policy
The following is current (June 1, 2021 information in regard to the College Cabin rental policy. The College Cabin is rented on a first come; first serve basis for weekends only (Friday to Monday
It is available to current Whitman College employees only that have been vaccinated and their direct family (e.g. partner, children). Bring proof of vaccination or the college summer access badge to pick-up keys.
- KEYS MUST BE PICKED UP DURING OFFICE HOURS—No exceptions. Office hours are: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- College Cabin rental fees are $60.00 per night. There are no weekday or weekend rates. Check in is from 12:00 noon to 12:00 noon the following day.
- Payment must be made at the time you pick up the keys. You may pay by check, cash or provide the appropriate account code by which the rental fee can be billed at the time you pick up the keys.
- Cancellations must be made 7 days in advance, or charges will be applied. If you allow another group to use your reservation, please contact the Reid Campus Center office to update the rental record.
- Please turn off all lights and heat prior to leaving. Turn off the oven and all burners on the stove. Check the phone to see if it is working. Shut all windows and lock both doors. Report any problems to the Reid Campus Center office.
- Do not leave any food on the premises. If you haul it in, you need to haul it out.
- Remove all garbage from the premises before you leave.
- You must provide your own bedding and pillows; mattresses and mattress covers are provided. Please do not remove the mattresses from the beds.
- There are a limited number of cooking and serving supplies. Please refer to the inventory list and if you need additional items, plan to bring your own. If you use the grill, you will need to provide your own charcoal.
- You are expected to sweep and vacuum. Wipe out the refrigerator and clean the stovetop, oven, countertops and cupboards. Clean out the grill, and leave the cabin as you would want to find it.
- When the weather is extremely dry, refrain from starting campfires. Be very careful with all smoking materials.
- NO ANIMALS ALLOWED
- Not following these requirements may revoke the privilege of using the College Cabin.
Cleaning Checklist
BEFORE LEAVING THE CABIN, the following items must be completed and cleaned accordingly or a fee will be applied.
_________ Vacuum all carpets.
_________ Sweep and mop all floors.
_________ Remove all garbage and trash. Replace garbage can liners in kitchen and bathroom.
_________ Wipe down countertops, cupboards and tables through the cabin.
_________ Clean out the refrigerator. DO NOT turn it off.
_________ Turn off the oven and all burners on the kitchen stove.
_________ Close the wood stove up tight.
_________ Close all windows and shutters.
_________ Turn all wall heaters down to the mark indicated.
_________ Turn out all the lights.
_________ Lock both the front and back door
_________ If you use the grill, clean it out.
_________ If you use the fire pit, please double check that the fire is out and any unburned trash is removed.
*Please report any problems/ maintenance issues/ concerns regarding the cabin to the Reid Campus center when you return the keys.
Due to the fact that the Mill Creek College Cabin is located approximately 25 miles from the closest medical facility and the winding, gravel roads make for hazardous driving conditions; Whitman College requires that all users of the cabin agree to the following:
- There will be NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES or ILLEGAL DRUG use at the Whitman College Cabin. Individuals and/or groups who violate this policy will be denied future use of the facility and will receive a minimum $250.00 fine.
- There will be NO FIREARMS, EXPLOSIVES and OTHER DANGEROUS WEAPONS (including archery) permitted at the College Cabin. Individuals and/or groups who violate this policy will be denied future use of the facility. Neighbors of the College Cabin have been instructed to call the Sheriff's Department if they hear gunshots.