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Lake Whatcom Summer home, 100' private beach, paddle boards and kayaks!

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lake Whatcom Summer home, 100' private beach, paddle boards and kayaks!

Spacious lake front property on one of western Washington's most beautiful lakes. Situated on 1/2 acre of woodland with its own 100 ft private lake front, separated by Northshore Rd. Our cottage has all the amenities you could ask for to have the perfect time away from the busy lives we all lead. The set-up is adaptable for a family with children or couples who are looking for a break by the lake.
There is generous living indoors and out, with inside dining for 8, and an additional 6-8 person dining table out on the deck overlooking the lake. There is plenty of dinnerware for both. The kitchen is fully equipped, with the addition of the ubiquitous barbecue grill outside, and if needed a propane patio heater.
The lounge includes generous seating for watching movies on the wall mounted, flat panel TV. that has Xfinity WiFi stick and Netflix & Prime and many other streaming apps, or chose from our wide selection of DVD or VHS tapes! Or if you prefer, listen to music from MP3 docking station or Bluetooth enabled soundbar. Save the fridge for food, there is a separate wine fridge. Relax on either the large deck overlooking the lake or in the lounge on one of the comfortable sofas or chairs.
The main floor also has the master bedroom (king-size bed), with the main bathroom; the remaining 3 bedrooms and 2nd full bathroom are on the lower level. There is a queen size bed, one twin over full bunk bed and two twin beds, with a second flat panel TV & Amazon Fire-stick and DVD/VCR in the larger twin to save arguing with the children!
At the beach there are lawn chairs, picnic table and loungers at your disposal and another fridge in the beach hut for the perfect way to while away the hours lakeside. Make full use of the two adult, two children size kayaks, and two 10' paddle boards, or just relax and sunbathe to your heart's content. Large selection of life vests provided. There is a stone fire pit and we do our best to replenish the wood pile behind the beach hut, however, since there is no cover on the wood and this is the Pacific North West it is open to the elements so may be damp in the spring and fall. Use those scout skills to start your fire so you can finish off your perfect day making s'mores with your favourite tipple.

If winter sports are more your bag then use the cabin as a base and drive the 60-75 minutes to Mount Baker, ski or ride all day then come back to dinner at the lake and sit around the fire at the lake re-enacting the day's adventures and near misses! Awake relaxed and ready for another day on the slopes.

Property manager

Janice Hunt

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee grinder
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Strictly & only outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 1600 sq ft (149 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Lake Whatcom Summer home 100' private beach dock kayaks

About the neighborhood

Map
Bellingham, WA

What's nearby

  • Lake Whatcom - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • North Lake Whatcom Trailhead - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Mount Baker Theatre - 19 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Bellis Fair Mall - 19 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Western Washington University - 20 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lafeen's Family Pride Donuts and Ice Cream - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Overflow Taps - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kulshan K2 - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Robeks Fresh Juices & Smoothies - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Whatcom Summer home, 100' private beach, paddle boards and kayaks! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Whatcom Summer home, 100' private beach, paddle boards and kayaks!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Whatcom Summer home, 100' private beach, paddle boards and kayaks!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Whatcom Summer home, 100' private beach, paddle boards and kayaks! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bellingham vacation home is steps from Lake Whatcom and 1.3 mi (2 km) from North Lake Whatcom Trailhead. Glen Echo Garden and Whatcom Falls Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Lake Whatcom Summer home, 100' private beach, paddle boards and kayaks! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jynelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Property!
We had a great week staying at this location. Perfect place on the lake, lots of extras including paddle boards and kayaks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Guests (group 2)
Easy check in, access to lake and town, lovely place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane L., Bothell, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation home!
This is a great place to stay, especially for families with young children. We enjoyed the deck and propane heater for chilly nights and had lots of fun with the water toys at the beach. It's a great location near Lake Whatcom Park. We had a great time picking blackberries on the property and nearby!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house at Lake Whatcom
My family and I had a fantastic time in this home as it had everything we needed! Clean, private, spectacular views, great beach access and easy check in. The family and I have already decided we will come back and stay in this home next year :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jayme V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lake weekend.
Great spot, awesome waterfront with plenty of outdoor gear to enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home on the water
Great house with an amazing beach. Perfect for my family’s annual reunion. Lots of kid toys to keep my little ones engaged. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B., Silverdale, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Whatcom vacation
Our family truly enjoyed a mini vacation at this Lake Whatcom property! The grandsons had fun fishing and using the kayaks in the water, and the adults got to relax and enjoy the perfect weather! What a truly special vacation rental!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katherine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful spot
This is a great spot to relax. It's just steps to the water. There is lots of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyson W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
House was clean and well cared for. We really enjoyed the espresso machine and remodeled downstairs bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super great location - fun amenities.
Quiet and peaceful spot. Family friendly. Nice patio and grill. Kayaks paddle boards perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Audrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house on Lake Whatcom
This house totally met our expectations. It was the perfect set up for 2 families to vacation together. We loved all the kayaks, paddleboards, and other water sports equipment that was available. All we brought was food and clothes; everything else we needed was already there. We would definitely book this place again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location!
Wonderful place for a family get together! We especially enjoyed the private beach, fire pit, and water toys that were included. Property was clean and well cared for. Loved the beautiful large deck for family dinners. Kitchen was well equipped. Living room was a bit small for our group, but we had great weather during our stay so we were able to spread out onto the deck. Check in time of 5pm was later than any we have encountered, but our host was willing to work with us for a slightly earlier check in. Great host with prompt communication. Overall a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding trip
The lake house was perfect for our group. Charming and comfortable. Everything we needed was there. Our 3 year old granddaughter loved the kid’s bedroom that was decorated with children in mind. We used the deck to lounge and enjoy the scenery. It was too cold to use the kayak but those staying in August will surely be able to. Our host Janice was helpful and checked in on us through the app. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and would come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ann G., Berkeley Ca

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place, beautiful views
Nice place. We were here for work and our days were long. Probably best for families, kind of a strange layout. Gorgeous dock/park area. We were in Bellingham during the once in a millennium heat wave with 100+ degree temps. The upstairs was unbearably hot (no fault of the space, but all time was spent in the dark downstairs). Comfy beds, clean. Gorgeous views. Nice owners/management.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

John C.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
This property needs some attention
I feel the descriptive paragraphs in the VRBO listing oversell this property. While we enjoyed our stay and the location is good, it seems that one might find better value for their money elsewhere. We use VRBO properties a lot and this one we found to be less than expected particularly when considering the price we paid.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

cindy c.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesome view
We could never get the TV to work, that was disappointing. Vine cooler does not get cold. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake view. Nice pebble beach. Well equipped, comfortable home
Wonderful lakefront (across the street) property among tall timber. Beach lot is a blast! Lots of water toys, nice fire pit and lawn area. Extremely well-equipped kitchen. 2 nice full baths. Lots of towels. Living room, kitchen and 2 of the 4 bedrooms have mesmerizing views of the lake and forest beyond. We especially liked having our meals out on the upper deck, enjoying the views with our family. Lots of children's toys and books. Excellent wifi and cell service. Most importantly, our host was attentive, easy to communicate with, and very accommodating. WE hope to come back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

David T., Moreland Hills, Ohio

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Deck was dirty
Everything was great but the deck. The deck was not clean, the grill was filthy, and the deck was covered with pine needles and sap that we cleaned. We left the grill and the deck cleaner than we arrived. Besides a little extra work the house was fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia G., Fallbrook, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Lake House
The Lake House was an ideal place for us to celebrate our 50th Wedding with our family from San Diego, Washington, DC, and Bellingham. Our 4 grandsons 3-11 years old loved it. They couldn't wait to get out to the lake each day. Having all the water equipment was outstanding. The fishing was so fun for the boys: Unfortunately we were there during one of the hottest weeks of the summer. We strongly recommend ceiling fans especially in the bedrooms. Very kid friendly! Google Maps kind of messed us up finding it the first time. Driving out the street numbers go up in number and then they start over again and they had us there before we really were!! Had something to do with typing in North Shore vs N. Shore Drive. Not sure I still understand it completely!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Anne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Lovely lake and home. Property has a 35 mph road running through it.
We enjoyed our stay in this lake home. Unfortunately, the listing is misleading about being lakefront. There is a 35 mph road that runs between the home and the property’s beach area. We learned this when we google mapped the address a few days before arrival - long after the cancelation window closed. Also misleading was the dock which is pictured as floating, perfect for teens to escape to. The host updated the description to share that the dock is moored at shore because it came loose in a storm. I figured our kids could still use it for jumping into the water, but not only is it moored, it is nearly destroyed and completely unusable (not mentioned in the description). The host mentioned in a follow-up text that they consulted their partner about updating the listing, but didn’t elaborate on why they decided against it. Other issues arose which the host quickly guided us to remedy, but it required initiative on our part to point out and directives to follow, for example, tote the former renters’ full bin of garbage to the road for pick up. All in all doable, but not the carefree lakefront vacation I was hoping for. The home is beautifully designed and decorated, and well stocked with dishes, spices, and lovely dining areas with views. We could have benefited from paper towels and napkins, but we made it work. There were loads of games and streaming services - we gave up trying to get the vcr and DVD players to work. The host offered to FaceTime and walk us through it, but we declined. Other things: A most fabulous restaurant called Fork is just down the road. Not to miss!! The driveway is a steep gravel incline - folks with mobility issues should be aware. We recommend this place, but only for those who are fully aware of what they are getting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Nice Lakeside Rental
This lakeside house was perfect for a weeklong vacation for an extended family of two parents, two grandparents, and two teens. The house was fairly private with two nearby visible houses and had about 100 ft of private lakefront beach. The beach and adjacent lawn area was accessed by steep driveway and a road crossing, not suitable for handicapped individuals or unescorted small children. The beach storage shed was filled with waterplay equipment include two small kayaks, small paddle boards, lots of floats, lifevests, and several bicycles. We used all the water play equipment, but not the bikes. The shore was a little rocky and so water shoes are appropriate, but you can wade out 20-30 feet while still touching bottom. The house was set above the lake on the side of a forested slope with a wrap around deck which provides a nice view of the lake through the trees. The master bedroom on the upper floor was very nice as was the living/dining area. The internet was on a switched circuit and was quite adequate for one or two users. It got overloaded with more users. However, we were never able to get any TV channels on the TV which was not an issue since we brought lots of DVDs. The downstairs bedrooms were OK. One of teens called the children's room with double beds creepy. The mattresses and bedsprings in the central downstairs bedroom were not very good and should be replaced. The kitchen was reasonably stocked, but the stove was only partially useable. Two of the electric stove stop units were OK, the other two were slow or not useable. The dining table in the kitchen was crowded and with six people around it, it was hard to get to either the sink or refrigerator. Several light bulbs needed replacement and we never did find a supply of replacement bulbs. Overall a nice rental. Positives: lots of water play equipment, quiet environment, nice private lakeshore and adjacent lawn area. Negatives: steep driveway and limited parking, some bedrooms which need refreshing, and a poor stove.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mandi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Lakeside Retreat
This place exceeded our expectations. Pictures and descriptions so not so it justice. The space and view are amazing. We planned some day trips but promptly cancelled them once we saw what the place had to offer. Communication was great as well. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful House on a Beautiful Lake
Wonderful location with Great Lake views and easy access to the water. Will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great property with amazing views. Kitchen provided everything needed for cooking. Clean rooms. Excellent communication with host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024