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NEW: standup paddle board! On 80 acre lake with boats and hiking trails.

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Exterior
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7174 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

NEW: standup paddle board! On 80 acre lake with boats and hiking trails.

This is your private house, deck and dock, you’re not sharing with anyone. Echo Mt (880 ft) and 80 acre Lake Desire dominate your view. Rambler (1,824 sq ft) with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, dinning room, large deck, ample off street parking for 3+ vehicles. 80 acre lake, private dock, 65 feet of waterfront, standup paddle board, canoe, paddle boat and 2 kayaks. Plus18+ miles of natural hiking trails and easy access to airport, Seattle, Mt Rainier, Puget Sound, skiing, mountains, Costco, Ikea, Park n Ride for sporting events, restaurants, top destinations, shopping and hospital. Located in quiet neighborhood on dead end road. We are currently booking 7 night stays (minimum) during the summer months and 4 night minimum for most of the remainder of the year.

Lake Desire offers a serene setting for fishing, kayaking, hiking trails, wildlife viewing. Lots to do on property plus its only a 30 minute or less drive to SeaTac Airport or downtown Seattle, and most other top attractions.

New Jenn-Air and Kitchen Aid appliances, including dishwasher plus full size washer and dryer. Comcast high speed WiFi, cable TV, DVD BlueRay player with sound bar. Master bedroom has Tempur Pedic adjustable bed with Zero G. all other beds are top quality mattresses, springs, and bed frames to ensure a good night's sleep. Weber gas grill, patio heater and deck with a fabulous lake view. Portable air conditioner available and at least one fan per bedroom. If the power goes out a large emergency generator can run the whole house. The owner has power equipment for clearing snow from parking area in the wintertime.

The house is a one level rambler. There’s a single 4" step up at the front door entrance. The house is not quite wheelchair accessible however the house is quite accommodating to most people with limited mobility. Including grab bars in both bathrooms/showers. With your safety in mind your hosts are double vaccinated and we schedule generous gaps between guests to allow time for careful cleaning and disinfecting. Hand sanitizer, disinfectant, starter rolls of paper towels and toilet paper provided during your stay.

Guests must provide photo ID upon booking and provide the purpose of your trip, ages, and where you’re traveling from. Not responding or not answering these questions will result in being declined. No loud music or noise, no smoking, vaping, no pets and no fireworks. We try to be accommodating with earlier check-in and later check-out as house cleaning schedule allows. Often this isn’t know until a few days of your arrival.

Property manager

John

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • 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.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (with limits)
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Kayaking 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1875 sq ft (174 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 40

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

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 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

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Echo Mt View on Lake Desire
Great place for social distancing Rate change!!
Echo Mt View on Lake Desire Rate Minimum Nights Change!!

About the neighborhood

Map
Renton, WA

What's nearby

  • The Landing - 14 min drive - 13.3 km
  • The Boeing Company - 16 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Starfire Sports Complex - 17 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Westfield Southcenter Mall - 17 min drive - 14.5 km
  • ShoWare Center - 18 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Tukwila Station - 23 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Doofers Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Imbibe Bottle House & Taproom - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪MOD Pizza - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is NEW: standup paddle board! On 80 acre lake with boats and hiking trails. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at NEW: standup paddle board! On 80 acre lake with boats and hiking trails.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NEW: standup paddle board! On 80 acre lake with boats and hiking trails.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is NEW: standup paddle board! On 80 acre lake with boats and hiking trails. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Desire and Petrovitsky Park. Maplewood Golf Course and UW Medicine Valley Medical Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

NEW: standup paddle board! On 80 acre lake with boats and hiking trails. Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trish D.

Liked: Cleanliness
We actually disconnected!
Echo Mountain View Blue House was everything we hoped it would be! Perfect location on the lake, quiet, amazing views and overall aided us in disconnecting from technology and just enjoying nature, comfortably. I would definitely book this property again and next time, I'll do less in Seattle and spend more time at the house, just reading and enjoying the lake more.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the lovely lake home
The house is very comfortable. We used the home as our family’s base while visiting Mt Rainier and Seattle for several days. We enjoyed cooking and eating meals at the house. It rained just as we started a fire in the new fire pit, so we did not get to enjoy that. But we enjoyed taking the kayaks and paddle boat out on the lake. That’s a big bonus for this property. Very pretty.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house with great views
Such a great spacious home with a ton of outdoor living. We enjoyed our time at the home. John and Patti were always so available for anything we needed and were great hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl L., Lino Lakes, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
So peaceful and yet so much to do
The house was very cleaned and very well stocked. The view and the availability of boating equipment to enjoy this calm peaceful lake made all the difference. A number of games were available and we played games and puzzles. The weather was great, only had rain one night and rarely a sprinkle during the day. Nice to have fishing gear available but we didn’t get any bites. Probably didn’t fish during the right time of the day. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rejuvenating Retreat
The hosts we're great with communication prior to arrival with everything we needed to know. The house was exactly as described & pictured. Everything we needed was provided. The lake was beautiful & sitting on the deck watching the water, the trees & hummingbirds was incredible. It was a perfect retreat that was calming & refreshing to the mind & soul. Thank you John & Patti!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erna S., Bozeman

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
What a lovely view! The weather did not cooperate for us, but the view was great! Great beds as well! The hosts were right next door and very responsive to any questions. Thanks and hope to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastically Memorable Introduction to Greater Seattle Area
Everything Exceeded Expectations! Location is Perfect. View Was Therapeutic. Hiking Trails are Top Notch and easily and quickly accessible. Hosts were Over The Top Hospitable. Home layout was ideal and decor enhanced our experience. Looking forward to another stay ASAP!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

Liked: Cleanliness
All round beauty
The home was absolutely beautiful. The host was responsive and friendly. The surrounding area provided a lot of serenity and activities. It fit our family perfectly. We will definitely make another trip back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience at a nice lake house
We really enjoyed our stay at this lake house. The house was built in the late 1950s and has a super neat vintage feel to it. It is uniquely decorated both inside and outside. We loved the unique view of the lake and enjoyed having coffee in the morning watching wildlife including a bald eagle fly over the lake. John is a fantastic host and offers a lot of great tips to help make the stay in Seattle better. The other thing we really loved is the quiet solitude of the house. The bed was incredibly comfortable and we enjoyed sleeping in after the hikes we did each day. The house is nicely located about 30 min from downtown Seattle but also about 40 min from some great hikes and waterfalls (Twin Falls, Rattlesnake Ledge and more). We will definitely come to rent this house again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Very clean house. Owner is concerned about renter having a great experience. Nice quiet neighborhood and great views of lake.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karl and Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Seattle family vacation
Beautiful vacation house, well appointed kitchen, excellent view of the lake with lake access. Situated between both Tacoma and Seattle, close to hiking trails and town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leo L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity and verdure are what you will encounter at Lake Desire.
Our second weeklong stay put us under the spell of this special place. John is a great host and the house is very comfortable. The trail to the top of Echo Peak is steep, but on a clear day you have a great view of Mt.Rainier. Looking forward returning next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family visit
Wonderful hosts and comfortable home. We enjoyed the lake, birds, deck, location and excellent hospitality from John & Patti. Home was well equipped with everything we needed accept groceries. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Lake Home
Beautiful property on a lovely lake, situated near shopping and other activities, but with the feeling of being far away from the city. Our hosts were wonderful. Such a great week shared with family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Amazing
Wonderful hosts ,beautiful views absolutely recommending to everyone, close enough to travel and sight see Seattle and surrounding area
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL & AMAZING!!!!
Serenity at its finest, our host was so Welcoming & Warm, we can’t thank them enough for our beautiful accommodations! Thank you, we can’t wait to get back to Seattle!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and Beautiful
This stay was wonderful! From the start, the communication with the owners was excellent, and that continued during our stay. If we needed anything, they were there to help. The home is well decorated and matched the pictures in the listing. There are several gathering places in the home, and we were on the deck a lot. Everything was available to cook our own meals, and the house is very organized. The landscaping was beautiful, and the view to the lake is unbeatable. We were able to use the boats on the lake and walked the trail up the mountain with the trailhead a few houses away. This was our first VRBO, and we give it a five-star rating and recommend it to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful Lake Destination with kayaks
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this delightful home on the shore of Lake Desire. The deck was fabulous for meals and relaxing, the kitchen was very well equipped, and the home was comfortable. We loved having access to kayaks and a private dock. The owners were very thoughtful and available when needed while ensuring our privacy. They left a lovely bouquet of fresh herbs from their garden on arrival. We hope we can visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette L., Los Angeles, Ca

Liked: Cleanliness
The view!!!
Hard to leave to large deck overlooking the lake and forest. Serene and peaceful. The house was good with all the basics and good size. Clean and the hosts who live next door were great and not intrusive. Great trail a few houses down and my husband loved hiking to the summit. Great view of Mr Ranier. Boats also available for use. 2 miles to grocery store in a good sized shopping center. Southcenter mall about 15 minutes. Want to return next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location
This is a very clean home set in a beautiful location. Very clean and well stocked. Owner was very attentive to needs. Home is located in an area that is easy to get to airport and all things Seattle.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wall Lake House
The house was immaculately clean and extremely comfortable. The kitchen was well fitted out, and the beds were wonderful. The view of the lake was lovely. Five stars all the way!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Veronica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Renton 2022
Let's just say the hosts were perfect. They made the stay welcoming and so easy from check in to check out. The home is beautiful with great views. The accommodations were just what we were looking for. The beds are so comfortable! The kitchen was very well stocked with everything you need. I brought items along for just in case, but never had to use anything because it was already there. If your looking for a quiet , tranquil, and inviting home with wonderful hosts look no further because this is it. Close to stores, gas stations, and restraunts. Easy drive to Seattle. Thank you for allowing us the use of your home we couldn't have picked a better vacation home. Veronica and Tony S.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl T., Camarillo, CA, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking
Beautiful place to stay! Very tranquil & beautiful views of the lake. John & Patti were exceptional hosts - great communication before, during, & after our trip. Loved the pictures throughout the house as well. Highly recommend! Thanks John & Patti for the hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A serene lake setting
This home overlooking a forested lake was well furnished with comfortable beds and stylish furniture that was inviting. We felt at home with the property quickly. A bonus was the dramatic photography reflecting the owner’s world travels. The property was lovingly landscaped with pathways through well kept shrubs and flowers reflecting the flavor of the Nortwest. Although the home had a secluded feeling to it, we were only minutes away from the essentials such as groceries and Starbucks! We encountered no problems and the hosts were most gracious. We have no reservations about recommending this home and would choose it again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vincent C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location and hosts
My family and I truly enjoyed our stay at the lake house. The house was beautiful and comfortable. John and Patti were gracious and friendly hosts. We are looking forward to our next stay at the lake house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022