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Lakefront - Lower Floor - No animal - Allergies

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Children's area
Children's area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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 - Lower Floor - No animal - Allergies

No animal please due to severe allergies. Come to experience a luxurious stay on a beautiful lakefront home - lower floor - with own beach. The lake is fresh, clear, and clean with lots of fish for fishing activity on your own private beach. Shared dock, two paddle boats and 1 kayak with life vests for your lake-touring pleasure are provided free of charge. Swimming is also one of the favorite activities while staying at the house. The house is within walking distant to a beautiful, green, and well maintained park with swimming area and large playground for the children.
You will find one queen-size-bed bedroom, a second bedroom with 2 adult-size twin beds. Living room with 2 configurable full-size-bed couch. Full kitchen with large size and modern fridge with double door refrigerator and spacious freezer, stove, oven, pots, pants, utensil, plates, cups and glass. Living room, kitchen, dining room, and bed room all have lake view. Titled bathroom with shower (75" high) is provided with towels and standard shampoo, conditioner, and soap. Washer and dryer are available for use for Guests stay longer than 1 week. Walk out your living room to a large deck to enjoy the fresh breeze and the view of the lake. There is a fire pit on private beach for a bonfire evening with friends, family, or business associates - given there is no fire ban. Events are acceptable with additional minimal surcharges.
For leisure travelers, we are in the heart of the city with endless activities/attractions in or nearby cities; i.e. golf, skiing, ice skating, water activities, mountain activities, city activities, theme parks, etc... Or you could just sit in the deck reading books, and enjoy the green beautiful view and the fresh breeze that the lake offers.
For business travelers, we are very close to big corporations such as Wyerhauser, Boeing, Alaska Air, etc .. Come and stay as a warm and cozy home away from home while attending businesses.
We are just 15 minutes south from Sea-Tac airport, and just 20 minutes from downtown Seattle or downtown Tacoma - with bus stop is only a house away. Close to numerous attractions, and yet secluded to just relax and enjoy the view and activities on the awesome lake for a few days - especially with the magnificent sunset.

Property manager

Kathy Nguyen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Private beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Freezer
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hiking 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1300 sq ft (121 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 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 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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Federal Way, WA

What's nearby

  • The Outlet Collection - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Wild Waves Theme and Water Park - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Emerald Downs - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Muckleshoot Casino - 11 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Kent Station - 11 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yummy Teriyaki - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jasmine Mongolian Gril - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kwan Tip Thai - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪UnderGround Kitchen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront - Lower Floor - No animal - Allergies pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront - Lower Floor - No animal - Allergies ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront - Lower Floor - No animal - Allergies ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront - Lower Floor - No animal - Allergies located?

Nestled on the beach, this Federal Way vacation home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from The Commons at Federal Way and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Federal Way Community Center. Saltwater State Park and Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Lakefront - Lower Floor - No animal - Allergies Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 132 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rid K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay
Kathy was so wonderful and accommodating!! The house was cute and cozy with a beautiful view! We will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you
Had a great stay for our family. Our 2 small children had a blast.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakehouse was great
This property was perfect. Rooms are comfortable. It was close to freeway and a quick drive to both Seattle and Tacoma. Very quiet area with a nice yard on the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephanie a., North Chesterfield,VA.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Federal Way
Great place. Very comfortable.The landscape grounds was beautiful.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway!
Very nice quiet place situated on a scenic lake. Beyond a covered porch - there's a grill, fire pit and access to a kayak. There's a nice kitchen and the place is clean and comfortable. The owners were friendly and quick to answer my questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
Kathy was an amazing host and responsive to my questions. Restaurants and stores are all within a few minutes drive, and the mornings drinking coffee on the deck is without compare. Thanks!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House on the lake
It was very easy to communicate with Kathy, before, during and after stay. She met us at check-in, gave us a tour of the house and property. Invited us to eat as many pears, plums and apples as we wanted. There were kayaks and a paddle boat with safery gear for use. The lake is charming and so laid back. Would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin-like feel on a lake
Nice house on lake. Clean, well provisioned, great views and right on lake with use of paddle boat, pontoon rower, and kayak. Not high-end, more cabin-like. Great for our purposes, close to where a relative lived. Twin bedroom spacious, queen bedroom small. A couple of reviews complained about all the instructions and posted cautions. This is probably why the property is well-maintained. We found the owner friendly and very responsive. Appropriately priced, a good value for the price. excellent for small family.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kermit W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
owner is a con artist
was sent threatening email before check in. there is only ac in one room. square foot size was fabricated by a lot. I had to check out early because of size and lack of central ac. The owner illegally charge my card. I never had a terrible experience like this before. Beware..
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

emily s.

peaceful scenery, great hosts, well furnished
we travelled to the home in Aug. we are a couple with 3 teens. Kathy and Todd are great hosts-- friendly and accomodating. Todd even gave us a parking pass for downtown seattle. can"t beat the beautiful view. the kitchen was great for making meals. very nice garden. home is close to groceries. There was only 1 window for the whole downstairs and ventilation couldve been much better especially b/c it was summer. they had everything we needed in the bath down to the thick towels, and toiletries. we felt their rates were quite reasonable.everyone slept well as the beds were very comfortable. all the comforts of home. would come back next time.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Jeanne S., United States

Extremely disapointing
The lady was very nice, the roses were beautiful, but for wht we paid for, the rest of the grounds, the walkways down to the house and to the lake were deadly...the grounds were not kept up at all on the walkways and there were huge broken pieces of concrete to walk over and rusted steel rebars sticking up out of the ground. We were told to bring our own laundry detergent and to leave the key in the dryer when we left.....there was no washer and dryer so we ran out of clothes. We were given 4 towels for four days with four people. The stove was filthy and would not use and smelled horribly of fish. Then, the lake itsel, we went in one time because the seaweed was so thick, even in the middle of the lake, it totally grossed us out. We enjoyed the grandkids and still had fun playing games etc., but the rest sucked. Also had to share the small dock with a family of five from nextdoor, no room and very awkward. Never again would we rent from these people on this lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Kim L.

Great view & pleasant stay
I’d like to start off with how great the view was during our stay. It’s quite picturesque & peaceful looking out into the open lake each morning and evening. Our stay there was for the most part very comfortable, but definitely could use some improvements to make it better. There’s hand written signs everywhere stating what to do and what not to, we found it more tacky than helpful. The master bedroom bathroom had a lock on it, and was told that if we would like to use it, we’d have to pay more. We understand that the rental listing clearly says there’s only one restroom, the mere fact that there was a restroom there but had a lock across the door was an eye sore. The master bedroom door had tape on it, so you couldn’t lock it, there were times where I was in the room changing and felt a bit uncomfortable and inconvenient that I had to go into the restroom to change bc my door couldnt lock. When booking, please note that even though the capacity states that 8 people could fit, but if you put you only book for 4 people, any additional will get charged, this included visitations for any reason. Lastly, there’s a camera that’s watching you, there’s a sign that states this outside, but just the thought of that was a bit weird and uncomfortable. Other than all of that, stay was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Robert F., Henderson, Nevada

10 days on Steel Lake
We have rented the property for 10 days in June and July 2016. This home has served as our home base for 10 days, as we explored the area around Seattle. This was probably the best solution for our family of four, which includes two kids in middle school. We would go on day trips to Seattle, Vancouver, Olympic National Park and Tacoma. After each day trip, we would take a day off and spend the entire day at the house. The kids loved paddle boating, swimming in the lake, watching the ducks and frogs, and playing in the grassy back yard. The adults loved having a breakfast or dinner outdoor on the patio with the lake view, and simply relaxing with a book. The hosts occupied the upper level of the house, and took great care to provide us with privacy. They were friendly, and helpful with suggestions for restaurants, things to do, and how to avoid the traffic. The property itself was comfortable for the four of us, with plenty of windows to look at the lake. We almost always ate on the patio, with meals prepared after shopping at Trader Joe's or H Market ( Korean- Japanese store), both of which are within 2 mile drive. The bedroom is small, the bathroom has low ceiling, not for 7 foot basketball players. For future improvements, we would kindly suggest three minor things, better wi-fi internet, smaller cooking pot in addition to the 2 big ones, and better quality TV set. Also, in addition to the 2 paddle boats, we would love a small kayak or stand-up paddle board in the future. We very much enjoyed our stay, and would like to come back.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2016

2/10 Terrible

Kerry

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Avoid this property
After inital good communication with owner, we arrived very late to an abysmal property that was nothing like as advertised. Unsafe rock stairs to basement entrance. We informed thrbowner we would be arriving after dark and there was absolutely no appropriate loghting to find the key which was left in the bbq. Actually getting the door open in the dark was another obstacle. Once we were jnsode I immediately realized we couldnt stay. Thwre were no lights kn and we stumbled around looking for switches for light. More disappointing was that the unit was freezing and when we did have light the thermostate read 58. It was 11 p m and i had my young son with me. We were freezong trying to gwt the heat to turn on. After some back and forth the owner showed up and gave me a song and dance about the heat unit, the bottim line was, after 30min it was still 58deg. This doesnt even get to the part where the shower was a disgusting 3x3ft excuse for a shower, the "kitchen" was a fridge in the living area and essentially what looked like a temporary sink you would find in a camper. The owner refused to refund me in anyway. After an hour I ledt the unit for a hotel. If someone is willing to lose the cost of their stay and pay the cost for a hotel, then that tells you everything you need to know about this property. Avoid at all costs. I've happily stayed in many VRBOs for many years but never have experienced a situation as this. 9 out of 10 owners are excellent hosts, but not this one.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Jeanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Fell short of our expectations
We rented this property for 10 days with full disclosure to the owner of our needs and intentions on June 1. We were visiting our family/grandchildren. The lake setting seemed to be a perfect location for entertaining them & and that our granddaughters might spend a night or 2. (You never know what teen/preteen girls will want). There was no opposition until 24 hours before our arrival when we received an email that stated she intended to charge more money if we had more overnight guests or even visitors to the property. This came as a shock. We had 2+ months to have this communication. She threatened eviction if we did not comply and pay in advance. We did pay an extra money against our best judgement to avoid conflict. This property is adequate for 4 people at best and would advise it be immediate family like parents with 2 children. This property can SLEEP 8 but there is no way 8 people can inhabit this space comfortably. The beds are comfortable. The hanging storage is limited in height. There is no hanging storage or bureau in the second bedroom. The kitchen lacks counter space. It is not set up to feed 8 people at the same table (table w 4 chairs provided indoors). The bathroom has a VERY small square shower with a low ceiling/inadequate for tall or large individuals. The sink, small with no counter space. There was construction on the property and on one occasion we returned home to find the workers and their family having lunch on our deck. In addition there was road construction during the entire stay with beeps from trucks backing up until 10:00 pm on one evening. The lake is good for kayaks and paddle boats not swimming. A muddy bottom that you sink down to your knees in when entering. The paddle boats have very poor steering. The path to the dock is tenuous at best, narrow and uneven as is the path leading to the entrance door. Not acceptable except to persons with good balance/ maneuverability issues The laundry room is a shared space with the rental unit upstairs. (Not stated in the listing). We had to contact the owner to give us access. This is a lower unit (probably a converted basement). There were guests above during our entire stay. One of the families had 2 small children with lots running and sounds of footsteps. The grounds are beautiful with blooming & fragrant flowers. It is not easy for me to give a bad review but these critiques are things we wished we were aware of before renting this property.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house was very clean and the lake was beautiful however our stay did not exactly meet our expectations. The house itself is awkward and had a very strong smell of cleaning product or air freshener. Also it’s in the flight path of Seatac airport so there was a lot of noise from planes during the day. We found the communication to be a bit quirky there were quite a few rules and signs posted throughout the place (nothing unreasonable) which took away from the experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sleepless in Seattle
Although the lake views was breathtaking, the home interior space was much smaller then we expected. This is a lower level rental and the ceiling was very thin as we could hear the person’s heavy footsteps walking around all day & night from the upstairs unit. It was annoying and very difficult to sleep at night. Due to this, we decided to spend our days/nights out of the rental which defeated the purpose of us choosing this rental. The washer/dryer is shared, the shower is extremely small, the toilet was strange/crooked, the refrigerator was in the living room, everything inside the home was outdated and the walk down to the rental was very uneven/unleveled concrete (steps) which made it difficult to bring luggage down/up from the car. I recently had surgery and it was very challenging for me to walk up/down. Risk/fall factor. Things were very outdated in the home and this property is definitely a fixer upper. The outdoor deck seems very poorly made and had broken structural pieces. The owner seemed nice and let us check in early, but she had so many unnecessary rules. I felt overwhelmed receiving her lengthy messages prior to checking in. Lastly, I did not appreciate someone shutting off the dryer cycle while my clothes were being dried. Im not sure if it was the upstairs tenant or the owner. We checked in and were hoping to get some laundry done as we got off a cruise, but laundry was left in the dryer so we waited patiently until the evening. Overpriced.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Doug K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Seattle and National Park location!
Great location for visiting National Parks and Seattle! Kathy was easy to communicate with and accommodating for our late arrival and throughout our stay. We enjoyed taking the boats on the lake too. Would recommend this place for visiting Seattle and/or Mt. Rainer and Olympic National park.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

William D.

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Beware
Two days prior to check-in, received somewhat threatening and wholly unethical (if now unlawful) note from owner stating that if we allow anyone not previously listed as a guest into property, then we would be ejected without refund. This note, which fundamentally novates the original agreement, is an avoidable stench on the property. Otherwise, the property is passably clean minimally equipped.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Phil L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice stay
small investments would make this property better. E.g., new pots/pans, new decent silverware, new decent mixing bowls, etc. Owners care about the property and are easy to interact with and are responsive. Just needs some small investments to make it less like a batchlor pad. Could also use quality twin bed mattress upgrades. Again, minor investments
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

susan d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will definitely book here again
Location was ideal. 15 min to the light rail; close to SeaTac. Quiet neighborhood. Ideal for our party of 4 adults but you should be aware that it is more of a cabin. We would definitely book again. The host was helpful and prompt with answering questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Summer L., Seattle'ish

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake views
Enjoyed our stay and Kathy was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway on the lake!
Great house on a lake with beach park nearby, kayaks and peddle boats and big beautiful yard. Perfect for kids to play and stay entertained without leaving the house!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful Lake Great Host
Cathy was a great host. Very respondent. The first floor of the house was just right for our stay in the Seattle Area. The house was advertised for eight, we had six adults and it was crowded. It would be the perfect stay for four adults or a family with up to four children. The house was clean and the lake was beautiful. It is close to expressways for easy access to Seattle loop attractions.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!!!
Kathy was a wonderful host. The VRBO was very clean and the garden was absolutely beautiful. The backyard had plenty of space for our kids to run around as well as a place for us to relax. Kathy made sure to communicate with us that the water had to be switched off for a couple of hours but made sure it was convenient for our schedule where we knew we wouldn't be back for a few hours. Everything was amazing and would definitely return to her place!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022