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Lakefront and Kayak (1 bedroom unit)

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Exterior
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Lakefront and Kayak (1 bedroom unit)

Charming lakefront home built in 1903 as a boys gymnasium, converted into 12 separate apartment units in the 1950 s. This one bedroom unit, is located on the 2nd floor with spectacular views.

Originally a gymnasium for a boys school, this charming 12-unit apartment complex, sits on a spacious lakefront lot (close to 1 acre property), in a residential neighborhood. This unit is on the 2nd floor, no elevator and can sleep 3. It has a bedroom with a Queen bed and 1 bathroom. Unit has a living room with a small kitchen and dining area.

This unit has fantastic views and all the comfort of a home. No elevator. The fully equipped kitchen includes a gas stove, toaster, coffee maker. There is a deck, on the 2nd floor right outside the unit with amazing views. Paddleboard, kayaks and canoe can be used to relax on the lake and watch the sunset or get some exercise.

There is a lot of wildlife to enjoy on the lake, it is open for fishing during season. You may enjoy seeing ducks and eagles as you enjoy the lake from the dock.

Property manager

Renu Patten

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site

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

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Lakefront Kayak

About the neighborhood

Map
Tacoma, WA

What's nearby

  • Chambers Bay Golf Course - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Joint Base Lewis-McChord - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Pacific Lutheran University - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Tacoma Mall - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Tacoma Dome - 13 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Lakewood Station - 4 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Burs Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront and Kayak (1 bedroom unit) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront and Kayak (1 bedroom unit) ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront and Kayak (1 bedroom unit) ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront and Kayak (1 bedroom unit) located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Steven A Cohen Military Family Clinic and within 3 mi (5 km) of St. Clare Hospital and Fort Steilacoom Dog Park. Stina's Cellars and Lakewold Gardens are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Lakefront and Kayak (1 bedroom unit) Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

steven

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to family that we were visiting. Cold drafty house with water pressure issues. Place looked better in the photos that in person...
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
We enjoyed this place. The antiques are a really nice touch and it's a comfortable place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful view of the lake. Shopping and food are close.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It doesn't get any better than this spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2 Night Stay
This is our return stay at this Inn. This one bedroom was spacious for two people. Nice accomodations and view of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Skye P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and peaceful
We loved being able to sit by the lake and enjoy all the amenities included. Was close enough to the Tacoma dome we had no problems attending a concert during our stay and enjoyed the quiet later back neighborhood after
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
When we pulled up we were greeted by the care taker who showed us the property and what it had to offer. Was a great get away for my brothers wedding.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

trisha d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakefront & kayak
Grounds are lovely, our unit was clean & well appointed - rustic in look but with upgrades for comfort, esp. Kitchen & bath.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori G., Chico

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely scenic location
Nestled in an upscale neighborhood in the giant evergreens and on a beautiful lake. Enjoyed the kayak rides several times. Very close to multiple shopping opportunities at Town Center. Kitchen fully stocked
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable inside. Absolutely beautiful outside.
Immediately felt very much at home. Ron, the onsite host, was very quick to take care of any needs...and he works tirelessly at maintaining the outdoor landscape and amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easter Egg
In town to see our kids and granddaughter for Easter. This place on the lake was perfect! Easy access, quiet location, and beautiful lakefront property. If we head back to Washington before our son gets out of the military, we will look to stay here first!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S., Touchet

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful haven
I was in town for my grandson’s track meet and the track was just 2 miles away. It was a perfect spot to come back to and relax. The lake is so beautiful and my grandson enjoyed the giant lawn chess and even taught his grandma how to play chess. If I am ever back in Tacoma, I would certainly love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakefront getaway
We needed a home base while visiting adult children in the PNW. The location is very accessible to highways. The beauty of this place is hard to describe. The lake and terraces leading away from this classic apartment building are stunning. Wonderful small touches made us feel welcomed. Nice shampoos and towels. A new sponge for doing dishes. A well equipped kitchen. And a comfy futon to lay down on in the evening to watch the playoffs. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint historical home
We were greeted by Ron the manager which was very attentive, and his hospitality was wonderful during our stay. I loved all the flowers that were around the building which made it homey. The lake view was beautiful and cool. It was great to have use of the canoe and kayaks too. We have never stayed at a lake house before, so it was a great treat. The surrounding area shopping mall has everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Glenn H.

Liked: Communication, location
Too small
The property is old, in need of work. Very small bathroom and bedroom. Very thin walls, nice kitchen and living room was ok.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Francine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2 days
It needs indoor improvements.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

CeWanda s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home for the holidays cozy yet cold!
One I lived in Washington my whole life I've never would have thought that Lakewood had that little honeycomb hideaway . I would love to visit again in the warmer season to have access to that beautiful lake I've recently moved to Texas and Texas has absolutely no water. I said all that to say you get the total ambiance of the Great Northwest at this property The people leave you alone it's a great spot for writing . Or finding solitude for self-care I enjoyed my stay! I would recommend this to anyone . Five stars hands down if you like peace and quiet
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Paula G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Needs some attention
I think some addition to detail could be used to place this property on top. I provided some input to host that was professionally addressed and for that I appreciate the effort of the host. Could be a 5*** with a bit more attention and with clearer instructions on operations. Small changes to include water pressure and temp of water in kitchen. Host was very receptive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Steven V.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication
Unit rundown
Have stayed their two previous summers and were quite satisfied. But this summer stayed in different unit and was not impressed. Floors needed sanding and woodwork replaced or painted. Also Ron told us this year we could not have our son and family visit us as we did previous two summers. New policy. But then other unit had guests allowed. Double standard.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Gerald

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Communication
Several Do’s and Dont’s on this property. Felt like the manager was “hovering and worrying” the whole stay. I saw him literally yell at a female guest for not putting on her life jacket before checking out the kayaks. She wasn’t even ready to launch yet. After that I avoided him. He obviously has issues and doesn’t like people very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Toni T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place
We needed a place to stay while visiting family in the area and hotels were way too expensive. This served its purpose well but a few things could be improved. The place had an odd smell to it; perhaps because it’s old and it may sit empty for long periods of time. The entrance is around back and up outside stairs- this needs to be explained in the ad. It was very difficult to find in the dark and once we did we couldn’t get in with the code provided. We had to wait about 10 minutes for the property manager to arrive - we were given the wrong code. Also, the furniture is old and very uncomfortable, except for the recliner which was ok. The mattress was also very uncomfortable. Even with all these complaints, the place is in a great location and has some charm to it. The property manager did get quarters to me in a very timely manner and provided laundry detergent which I thought was very nice!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Dee O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pretty view
Very pretty view , cute place., would recommend. Convenient to grocery store. Instacart delivers there. Convenient to JBLM as well. I had 18 day stay. The only drawbacks. Laundry room locked and was unable to reach #instructed to call. Water pressure low in kitchen. No drawers to put clothes in , you can hang them up but bring some hangers. The lock you put code in is on the actual door and not the other coded locks on wall.
Stayed 18 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brennan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful spot
Loved my stay here for business in Tacoma. The lake was beautiful and everything was as advertised or better. Would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake even in the rain
Unlocking the place was tricky. Quick to respond to my text asking for help. There was a smell. Not bad. Just super noticeable. Clean. Could use a deep clean throughout. Partiers were loud underneath and outside the window Saturday night. Not enough space to leave a thorough review.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake steilacoom
Love being by the water in a lovely neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024