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Unique South Shore lakefront retreat w/private hot tub and lake views

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Outdoor spa tub
Beach
Pool
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8170 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Hot Tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • 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.

Unique South Shore lakefront retreat w/private hot tub and lake views

Tift Lake House

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Panoramic views of scenic Lake Chelan await at this cozy and welcoming Chelan vacation rental complete with a private elevated hot tub. Tucked away along the shoreline, the Tift Lake House remains both intimate and spacious with enough room for everyone. The rustic charm makes this house feel like home, but its dazzling deck and hot tub are resort-style amenities

The natural location of the home has a secluded feel with immediate access to the lake with both a stationary and floating swim dock. This is the perfect location for paddleboarding, kayaking, and swimming far away from heavy boat traffic. Soak up the sun with patio furniture on the wide view deck as well as the lakefront. This home is nestled on the quieter south shore of Lake Chelan. The 18-mile drive into town weaves you past several of the finest regional parks and wineries including family-friendly Slidewaters and Lakeside Surf.

This true heavy timber frame home features a large living room with wood floors, vaulted ceiling, and soaring windows. The room is furnished with a comfy leather sofa and plush chairs as well as a large screen TV for family time. Step through double glass doors onto a deck with an unencumbered view up, down, and across the lake towards an undeveloped National Forest vista. The spacious deck has both a dining area and lounging furniture and a full-sized BBQ. The well-equipped kitchen includes a view centric dining area with a table for six plus. New appliances and a tiled eating bar make for easy food prep and serving. A bathroom on the main floor has a shower as well as a full laundry room. The second-floor bath features a large soaking tub.

When it's time to retire for the evening, the home offers two queen bedrooms on the second level as well as a queen sleeper on the mezzanine. The large vaulted third-floor loft has yet another queen bed as well as twin bunk beds.

The Tift Lake House is a unique sanctuary for vacationers who just want to escape, but when you want to get connected, the cabin features 5G Internet throughout, Dishnet TV, and DVD player on the main floor and an additional TV and DVD player in the loft. The cabin is just one mile from Field's Point Landing where you can catch a ride from the Lake Chelan Boat Company or the Courtney Ranch boats to Lucerne and Stehekin.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Dock details:



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Washington

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

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

General

  • Unit size: 1835 sq ft (170 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 first aid kit
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 Registration Number STR-000018

Property is also known as

3520

About the neighborhood

Map
Chelan, WA

What's nearby

  • Twenty-Five Mile Creek State Park - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Lake Chelan - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Lake Chelan State Park - 14 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Slidewaters at Lake Chelan - 27 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Mill Bay Casino - 41 min drive - 39.0 km

Getting around

  • Wenatchee, WA (EAT-Pangborn Memorial) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blueberry Hills - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Tildio Winery - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Four Lakes Winery - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪The Cove - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Company Creek Pizza - ‬50 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique South Shore lakefront retreat w/private hot tub and lake views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unique South Shore lakefront retreat w/private hot tub and lake views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique South Shore lakefront retreat w/private hot tub and lake views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique South Shore lakefront retreat w/private hot tub and lake views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Twenty-Five Mile Creek State Park and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Lake Chelan. Pot Peak Trailhead and North 25 Mile Creek Trailhead are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Unique South Shore lakefront retreat w/private hot tub and lake views Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 66 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ally H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Bring kids at your own risk
For us, this property was a slight disaster. The driveway is horrendous and we could barely swing our truck in and squeeze down the narrow driveway. It said 2 parking spaces as well as additional but if you drive anything bigger then a Mini Cooper you have to park on the bank so the other neighbors can get around you. The other spot was not marked either. From there to get to the house it’s a flight of old wooden stairs which I barely let our kids walk down. Once you get to the house after all this, note there is no cellphone service so if you’re not smart like me and don’t check your phone for the code to get in you have to reverse this whole process . Once in the house is beautiful but I wouldn’t recommend it for kids. LOTS of open stairs and the “kids” room is on the 3rd floor. Conveniently there is a window on the top bunk with no screen that kids can climb out of if they had a death wish. Thank goodness we caught it before anything happened to them. The property doesn’t have any flat spots for them to play so we kept them inside the entire weekend unless we went to the dock, which was actually quite nice. There are a bunch of paddle boards and boats but no oars or anything to use them. I’m not sure if that was on purpose or an accident. The few other things were the bbq has not been cleaned and it caught on fire when we started it. Thankfully we pulled it away from the house before starting it and other then a big black plume of smoke we lucked out on not having any other issues with it. The only other things that should be noted were the lack of carafe for the coffee pot and the significant amount of cobwebs through the house and windows. All of this stuff added up we still managed to have a good weekend, but it should be advertised as not kid friendly (or bring kids with caution) and more pictures to show what you’re signing up for.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Treat to stay in this beautiful home.
Lovely home gave us warm and cozy vibe. Hot tub was great because it was a little to cold to swim in the lake and it was serviced twice a week which was nice. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and would love to stay here again. Stairs might be an issue for some but on the plus side it did give you a workout.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Will d., Mountlake Terrace, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice get away
The location, miles up lake, was exactly what I was looking for. The property is large enough that the neighbors are not right in your face. My kids, who are all good swimmers, loved swimming off the dock and out to a floating platform. My family's biggest complaint was that the bedrooms and loft were very hot. The AC was on full blast the entire time we were there but it only cools the main floor, and struggles at that. We had fans trying to direct air into the bedrooms but it was not enough. Some of us slept on mats on the main floor. Beautiful wood work, but not much thought went into the HVAC design.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lakeside home
This home was so unique and beautiful. It was the perfect place for our group of friends and everyone enjoyed the stay. We especially loved the patio and private deck. I wouldn't recommend for anyone looking for the convenience of staying in town, it takes about 35 min to get into Downtown Chelan. But we specifically wanted privacy and seclusion. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
50th Birthday
I stayed her 3 years ago for my birthday and had to come back with some friends for my 50th, such an amazing spot and one of my all time favorite VRBOs 💜
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Sherry E.

Quiet peaceful getaway
This location was the perfect retreat location. Beautiful views and house design. Very spacious and great layout overall. Wished the rental listing mentioned that use of kayaks on property were ok. We didn’t know for sure so we didn’t use them. negatives- we arrived at 4:45 and cleaning lady was still there. She was polite and was finishing up but we were told check in was 4pm. We had to wait about 5 minutes. cobwebs around windows throughout the house lots of steps so carrying stuff back and forth from vehicle was a bit much. Stairs leading down to water were also a bit steep in areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

PETER T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Perfect location and loved being right on the water. A few minor complaints but nothing big. There was only 2 rolls of toilet paper for 10 guests. We ended up buying some but the manager or host was able to drop some off the next day. I also tried messaging the host prior before arrival to see if I could bring my 2 yorkies with an additional fee. Unfortunately I never got a response. I did notice dog or cat hair on the main carpet so that was a bummer that I couldn't get a hold of anyone to bring mine. Not a big deal though. Carpets and floors could've been vacuumed and swept better. Overall I was happy and I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience
The views from this cabin are wonderful! I enjoyed the fact that it was further away from the busier parts of the lake and there is so much privacy. The hot tub is lovely and there are amazing views from it. The cabin was very clean and the kitchen well stocked with cooking utensils. We used the BBQ which worked perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunningly beautiful location
Pictures can't give enough justice to the panorama spread of the lake and craggy hills. It doesn't get much better than sitting on the porch in the early morning summer sun with a cup of coffee and a book and this view. The cabin is fantastic. We had a group of 10 folks, and we had more than enough space. We went in late June. The lake was choppy and glacier cold (it shocked the body), so it wasn't great for swimming. Based on my experience at Lake Chelan, it would probably better for swimming in Late July to Mid-September. On the other hand, we did go swimming at the park in Chelan (30 minute drive away). The water is much warmer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vadim A.

WOW! Very nice! VIP leve! Loved it!
Worth every penny!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

Amazing views, beautifully constructed home. Peaceful.
We had a fantastic experience. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patty M., Walla Walla, Washington

Beautiful, rugged, off the grid stay
We booked this house a few weeks before visiting Chelan for a golf tournament. The house is beautifully designed, ample amenities, and the hot tub is an experience in itself. If we returned with adults only, we would definitely return for an off the grid type of stay. The 360 views are definitely worth the drive! That being said, this is a 3 story rustic style cabin built into the side of a cliff. It is about 20 minutes outside of the town of Chelan, there is very spotty cell service and no internet access. The parking is up by the road, so access with young children (or elderly) is difficult. All bags/suitcases had to be carried up 20 or so stairs and the bedrooms are on the 2nd and 3rd story. We had 4 young children so would not have booked this property had we known, however, if returning with just adults for an off the beaten path getaway, this would be perfect! Thank you for sharing your special place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

House was amazing!
We really enjoyed house for our girls weekend! Views are unbelievable. Tons of stairs but worth it. Coffee pot didn't really work but we managed and fruit flies are horrible so bring apple cider vinegar. Beds are super comfortable! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

Ashley D.

Great View!
The deck and view can't be beaten! There were some issues though....There was no place to put trash/recycling. Also, when we arrived several areas of the home hadn't been cleaned. We ended up having to clean the toilet, wipe down countertops and sweep the floors. There was also a pretty gross green slime ring around the waterline in the hot tub and caked on the chlorine dispenser.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Good Times
Very nice vacation rental. I brought my family for a few days and they did not want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Samant S.

Amazing chelan stay
Just a great property for enjoying the lake to swim, kayak. Great views from the patio. Star gazing from patio was incredibl..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tom C., Seattle, WA

Wow!
This is not the kind of house typically seen as a vacation rental. We stayed for a week and couldn't have been happier - we'd gladly rent this property again. Beautiful reclaimed timber frame construction, well-maintained, and with all the amenities - dock, kayak, hot tub, comfortable furniture, modern appliances. True, the kitchen knives and pans are standard rental eclectic, but that's par for the course more or less everywhere. Perhaps the only thing a renter need be aware of is that the house sits on a very steep embankment, necessitating a rather long, steep stairwell down to the house, and another to the lakeshore. Anyone of average fitness should have no difficulties, but it might be troublesome for someone uncomfortable with stairs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sarang s.

Best lake house ever!!!
I have to be honest with you, We loved this place. We booked it for 10 people and an awesome weekend. You can walk down to the lake and there is a small 10 feet cliff jump you can try. The place is clean and kept well. The view from the hot-tub is mesmerizing. Would definitely come back. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M., Woodway, Washington

Comfortable home, beautiful view
We were looking for a house to retreat from our house responsibilities and found just the place. Quiet, comfortable, very relaxing, and fully equipped with all the amenities. Would reserve again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

kathy t.

Wonderful
Location , location , location . Fabulous view. Lots of stairs inside and out . Not a great property if traveling with small kids or elderly . Home lovely . Well maintained . Remote . Little hard to find . Will be back .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016