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Stylish lakeside neighborhood cottage w/hot tub.

Cottage perfectly located for exploring Bellingham

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Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
3 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Bellingham, WA
  • Place, Whatcom Falls Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bellis Fair Mall
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Western Washington University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bellingham

Heart of Bellingham.Stay at this Bellingham cottage and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Whatcom and 2 miles (3 km) of Whatcom Falls Park. Bloedel Donovan Park and The Hitting Zone are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Whatcom - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Whatcom Falls Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Mount Baker Theatre - 9 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Bellis Fair Mall - 10 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Western Washington University - 11 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Overflow Taps - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kulshan K2 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Stylish lakeside neighborhood cottage w/hot tub.

Whether you’re adventuring Mt.Baker or enjoying Bellingham’s vibrant food & beer scene, The Hillman is the perfect retreat.

Conveniently located minutes from downtown, The Hillman is a newly renovated three bedroom cozy lakeside cottage. Designed with a European modern style, you will appreciate the attention to detail & amenities offered.

If it’s enjoying a morning espresso to start your day, or finishing it up with a soak in the hot tub. We look forward to providing your next repose!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Rules

Please no shoes in the house

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Stylish lakeside neighborhood cottage w/hot tub. to the airport?

This cottage is 8 mi (15-min drive) away from the Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Stylish lakeside neighborhood cottage w/hot tub. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Stylish lakeside neighborhood cottage w/hot tub. to the beach?

This cottage is 5.3 mi (19-min drive) from Cornwall Beach and 8 mi (17-min drive) from Squalicum Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Stylish lakeside neighborhood cottage w/hot tub. offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Stylish lakeside neighborhood cottage w/hot tub.?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Silver Reef Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Stylish lakeside neighborhood cottage w/hot tub.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Stylish lakeside neighborhood cottage w/hot tub.?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Stylish lakeside neighborhood cottage w/hot tub. have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Stylish lakeside neighborhood cottage w/hot tub. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Stylish lakeside neighborhood cottage w/hot tub. to downtown Bellingham?

This cottage is 3.8 mi away from Bellingham.

Stylish lakeside neighborhood cottage w/hot tub. Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Daniel R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
I have never submitted a negative review before but I feel I need to in this case. Like most others I rely on property reviews when choosing a vacation rental. The other reviews are outstanding but I'm left to wonder if they stayed in the same place. We rented the place for 5 days and were generally disappointed.This "cottage" is actually a double wide manufactured home shoehorned into a very small lot between very close neighbors. It's painted black, covered in cobwebs and has garbage and debris laying around the house. The front stairs are rotting/broken and have nails poking out. The garbage and recycling bins were over flowing when we arrived and were not emptied for several days. The owner was slow or non-responsive citing "issues with the VBRO platform". After receiving the code to the front door we never received any reply from Bec regarding the garbage or checkout instructions. The interior has low (7'5"?) ceilings and the pictures on VBRO were clearly taken with a fisheye lens making it look much larger than it really is. The cabinets and fixtures are IKEA grade and dated, the bath soap dispenser fell off the wall, and the sink cold water was barely a trickle.We used the hot tub once but had to wait some time after removing the top because it was 109 degrees. Four of us were in the tub around 8pm, talking in normal voices, when the neighbor yelled through the fence to KEEP IT DOWN!. We got out and never used the tub again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mendie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming, Cozy Cottage in Great Location

My family really enjoyed staying at the charming cottage near Lake Watcom in Bellingham. The house was very clean very stylish and perfect for our group. Communication with the host was excellent. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding Guests

Very easy check in, lovely place, quiet. Easy access to town.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Rachel I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for an overnight getaway

6 ladies stayed the night here for a birthday getaway. The kitchen/living room were great, beds comfortable. Bathroom was very nicely remodeled. It’s very close to both next door neighbors, just fyi. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracie S., Montesano

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home!

We had a great stay at this beautiful home for my daughter's bachelorette party weekend. When we had a few questions, Bec got right back to us in short time. Quiet neighborhood - the neighbor, Cole, even assisted when we had a dead car battery! The home is decorated beautifully! The backyard was perfect for meals, relaxing and enjoying a quiet moment. The birds chirping in the morning was amazing! Close to town or anything you would need. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well appointed property in a beautiful location

Beautiful home with everything you need to enjoy a lovely stay. About a 10 minute drive from downtown Bellingham and close enough to grocery and other amenities. It's a nice quiet location and a wonderful place to relax. Would revisit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022