Deep Water Inn
531 E Woodin Ave
Chelan, WA
Seven Rooms. One Lake. No Waiting.
This property is an Honorable Mention. It has been vetted and approved for our highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and operational excellence. While it is still evolving toward our full design-led designation, it is a proven, reliable anchor for any road trip. We recommend it with confidence.
About Deep Water Inn
The Deep Water Inn sits in downtown Chelan, Washington, a short walk from the Lake Chelan waterfront and the town's growing wine tasting corridor. Seven rooms in a property built in 1912, all on the ground floor with private outdoor areas. The inn also runs a Brunch Box program, preparing boxed brunches for guests heading to the lake or the surrounding hills. Chelan has transformed over the past decade from a fruit-growing hub to a wine and outdoor recreation destination, and the Deep Water Inn is a small, centrally located property for that newer version of the town.
What Deep Water Inn Is Known For
The Deep Water Inn has been in business since 1912 and earns its continued designation by maintaining clean, well-positioned rooms in one of Washington's most in-demand lake destinations.
Amenities
- WiFi
- Brunch Box breakfast program
- Private outdoor areas per room
- All rooms ground floor
What Guests Love
- Seven rooms all on the ground floor with private outdoor areas.
- Historic 1912 building in downtown Chelan, steps from Lake Chelan and the waterfront.
- Brunch Box program prepares boxed breakfasts for guests heading out for the day.
- Central location in a town that has developed a strong wine tasting and outdoor recreation identity.
- Small-scale personal service that fills a genuine gap in Chelan's lodging market.
Worth Knowing
- Seven rooms means the Deep Water Inn books up quickly. Plan ahead for summer lake season.
- Lake Chelan summers are warm and dry, with temperatures routinely in the 90s.
- Chelan's wine corridor has grown significantly. Check the current tasting room list before booking if wine tourism is the primary draw.
The Room
Seven rooms, all ground floor, each with private outdoor access. The rooms are clean and simply appointed, with the private patios and garden areas serving as the primary appeal beyond the central location. Built in 1912, the property has the character of a historic building without the renovation complexity that sometimes comes with it.
The Grounds
The property is in downtown Chelan, steps from Lake Chelan's waterfront and the Woodin Avenue corridor that connects the town center to the lake. The Brunch Box program prepares boxed breakfast orders for guests heading out for the day. Lake Chelan's winery corridor, including Tsillan Cellars and others on the slopes above the lake, is a short drive.
The Experience
The experience at the Deep Water Inn is defined by its position in a changing Chelan: a small, historic, downtown property that gives guests immediate access to the lake, the wine corridor, and the outdoor recreation that now defines the destination. Seven rooms means it fills quickly and runs with personal attention.
Details
Chelan, WA 98816
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Deep Water Inn have EV charging?
No, Deep Water Inn does not have EV charging.
Does Deep Water Inn have WiFi?
Yes, Deep Water Inn has WiFi.
What is there to do near Deep Water Inn?
Lake Chelan Waterfront: 0.3 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk. Lady of the Lake Ferry to Stehekin: 1 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk. Tsillan Cellars: 3 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there.
How far is Deep Water Inn from Lake Chelan Waterfront?
0.3 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk.
How far is Deep Water Inn from Lady of the Lake Ferry to Stehekin?
1 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk.
How far is Deep Water Inn from Tsillan Cellars?
3 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there.
How close is the Deep Water Inn to Lake Chelan?
The Deep Water Inn is in downtown Chelan, steps from the Lake Chelan waterfront.
Does the Deep Water Inn offer breakfast?
The Deep Water Inn offers a Brunch Box program for guests. Contact the property to confirm current availability and ordering process.
Is the Deep Water Inn pet friendly?
Contact the property directly to confirm current pet policy before booking.
How old is the Deep Water Inn?
The Deep Water Inn was built in 1912, making it one of the older lodging properties in the Chelan Valley.
How close is the Deep Water Inn to Lake Chelan wineries?
Several wineries including Tsillan Cellars are on the slopes above Lake Chelan, a short drive from downtown.
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Things to Do Near Lake Chelan
Lake Chelan Waterfront
0.3 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk.
Lake Chelan is a 50-mile-long glacially carved lake, the third deepest in the United States at 1,486 feet. The Chelan waterfront has boat launches, beaches, and rental equipment for kayaks and paddleboards. The upper end of the lake at Stehekin is accessible only by ferry or seaplane, with no road connection to the outside world.
Lady of the Lake Ferry to Stehekin
1 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can walk.
The Lady of the Lake ferry departs from the Chelan waterfront for the four-hour trip to Stehekin at the upper end of Lake Chelan, a remote community with no road access. Stehekin has a bakery, a bike rental, and trails into the North Cascades backcountry. The ferry trip itself is the attraction as much as the destination.
Tsillan Cellars
3 miles, about a 5 minute drive, or you can bike there.
Tsillan Cellars is one of the anchor wineries of the Lake Chelan AVA, set on the hillside above the lake with views down the length of the water. The winery produces Italian varietals and blends suited to the valley's warm, dry growing conditions. The tasting room and outdoor terrace are among the most scenically positioned in Washington wine country.