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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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Redmond, WA
  • Snoqualmie River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Tolt MacDonald Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Sahalee Country Club
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Redmond

Ames Lake stay.Your stay at this Ames Lake vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Tolt MacDonald Park and Snoqualmie River. Camp Korey at Carnation Farm is within 6 miles (10 km) and Marymoor Park is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Snoqualmie River - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Tolt MacDonald Park - 9 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Sahalee Country Club - 15 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Snoqualmie Falls - 22 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Microsoft Campus - 22 min drive - 13.5 miles

Getting around

  • King Street Station - 47 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Dq Grill & Chill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly.

A quiet retreat in the woods, on the shore of Ames Lake. Watch eagles and osprey with your morning coffee. Toast marshmallows on the beach after dark.

Close to Redmond, Seattle and the mountains, this peaceful apartment offers a full, well-supplied kitchen, laundry facilities and comfortable beds. You'll find destination Mountain Bike trails just up the road. Excellent restaurants a quick drive away. And one of King County's most pristine lakes just down the stairs.

Pets welcome. No smoking.

This peaceful getaway is the huge downstairs apartment in the house our family has lived in for over 50 years. It's a self-contained unit, with a full, well-supplied kitchen, laundry facilities, very comfortable beds, privacy and quiet.


Please note: This property is not appropriate for people with pet allergies or asthma, as the house has been lived in for 60 years, and many animals have lived here and visited. It is also not appropriate for people who smoke, inside or out.

This is the only property we own. We're a family. Not a corporation renting out hundreds of homes. We welcome you as our guests.

Property manager

Kim Ross

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking or vaping allowed anywhere on property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please let me know if you are bringing pets.

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
Note from host: Advance notice required, possible additional fees.
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. Note from host: Advance notice required, possible additional fees. 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.

Property Registration Number 605593647-001-0001

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly. to the airport?

This vacation home is 30.1 mi (41-min drive) away from the Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly. to the beach?

This vacation home is 13.8 mi (37-min drive) from Sunset Beach and 14.5 mi (34-min drive) from Tibbetts Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Snoqualmie Casino (10 mi) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly. to downtown Redmond?

This vacation home is 8 mi away from Redmond.

Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly. Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 74 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

RAJENDRA B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Good location, great host but the property is dated

The good: Great location- right on a beautiful lake. The host provides access to boats. Kim is very helpful, and easy to reach. The house is in a nice little community- good place to relax with family/friends, hike, boat, etc. The appliances seemed to be working fine. There was hot water. The not so good: The property is very old with a weird layout. There is unsecured storage area in one side of the property. Everything in the house is very dated. The written instructions by owner for sleeper couch literally said it can slice through sheets. Coffee mugs were dirty. No dishwasher.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing space with beautiful views

Kim was a fantastic host. Super responsive to any questions or rental info. The house is spacious and clean. We loved the garden and lake access. A very relaxing atmosphere!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Julien and Shannon A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thankful stay

We are so grateful for finding Kim’s place For us to retreat to with power and WiFi during the crazy PNW cyclone with our family and dog. Kim was so kind and very flexible with us and we are thankful! Ames lake is a little gem we didn’t know about.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy respite on Ames Lake

We stayed here while we had work done on our house nearby. Not fancy but perfect if you want a comfortable, low-key place that's big enough to handle a group or family (with dogs!). Ames Lake is a sweet little lake with no motor traffic—ideal for kiddos on a hot afternoon or a quiet morning/evening on the dock. Easy access to Carnation/Remlinger Farm, Woodinville, Snoqualmie, and the Cascades. If you want fussy, resort-style living, keep looking. For what we needed, this is a five-star spot: clean, private, spacious, well-stocked, and priced right. We were there for a wet and chilly week in November—naturally!—and were toasty and comfortable. Kim is an attentive host, communicative, but not in your way. Happy to recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

liz C.

Liked: Cleanliness

PERFECT FOR 2 OR A FAMILY OF 8 OR MORE

My daughters family came to visit. . . We had room for my partner and I, daughter, son in law and grand daughter and visiting other family members. Beds, dining, kitchen, games, TV, fireplace, boats, dock, firepit. . . . all add up to an awesome time to enjoy each other!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness

seattle visit

property was perfect for our needs. quiet and calm. It was a good spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Family Stay!

Quiet and serene location! Space has everything we needed. Owner was very kind and responsive. Accurate description and photos. Plenty of space for our family of 6. Would love to stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tami M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and peaceful right on the water

Loved the stay. It was so nice and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

MEGHAN O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick summer getaway

This property was amazing, lots of room and fully stocked. Grocery store 9 min drive away. Quiet lake and lovely. Kim was a wonderful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

flora t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely lake and privacy

We enjoyed our stay! Spotlessly clean, and the lake is beautifully tucked away so you feel like you're out in the middle of nowhere, but really only 20 minutes drive to many grocery stores and restaurants. Kim, the host, was very communicative, and she lives on the upper floor, so if we needed her she was right there, yet, she also let us have our privacy. We enjoyed the paddle boat and decided to rent the pontoon--and we also did a bit of fishing--really enjoyed our time at this house. A few things I think should be noted about the space--These are not necessarily negatives, but just good FYI: --If you're sharing the space with another family make sure you know them well as the master bedroom's patio door is the main entrance/exit to the lake. There is a second entrance, but that space was filled with construction remnants and dust, so with kids we opted to just go thru the master bedroom's patio door. --The single bathroom has two doors (one from the master and the other from the hallway and neither doors lock). --The kids' bedroom and the extra room are linked--you have to go thru the kids' room to get to that extra bedroom. Both of these rooms leaned on the colder/darker side, as I think this might have been a converted garage space. --There are two, short sets of stairs to get to the dock/lake. They are relatively steep. Because of this those that have mobility issues or aging parents may have a hard time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leesa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect lakefront getaway

Very cool, vintage vibe with plenty of room and nice amenities. It was amazing to be deep in the trees on a lakefront with a fantastic dock and lovely fire pit. Our host was wonderful - very responsive and accommodating. The pontoon boat, pedal boat and floaties made for great lake fun! We had friends and family visit us every day and everyone loved the place. Truly a unique setting so close to the city. We highly recommend this getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel S., Seattle, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Dog Friendly Digs

This is a beautiful property with anazing views from the windows and right on the lake. The owners live on the property but in a different wing of the house and they were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Kim has great communication. We arrived really late and in the dark and there was some confusion on our part of a locked door (figured out later it was locked on the outside but not inside) and Kim came out and helped us get in. She’s a gem! The basement apartment is dated but it reminded me of staying at a family’s home. For what it is and where it’s at, it’s pretty great. The little lake adds to the charm.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

DARLENE D.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Old, musty possible mold unable to stay

When I first walked in, I smelled the musty possible mold. Old, 1970s or older carpet. One room had pieces of carpet, concrete showing thru. No AC, property owner has in welcome book to close up during day and open slider at night, slider is off bedroom, screen doesn't fit so 2' of opening not covered by screen mosquitos and bugs come thru. Other people in private area, including dogs. Only reference to animals were chickens. The lake is down steep steps, lawn was not mowed and the septic was right at the patio and the sewage smell was unbearable. I would stay far from choosing this property unless you like old, musty/mold smelling place and don't need a/c. Tried to get refund but property owner only gave the cleaning fee back. This property should be inspected for for mold prior to rental. Even my Respiratory therapist friend said it is a health hazard. Renter beware. The lake view is not accurate as the trees and greenery block it. The bench is old and rickety to sit on. Sad that I couldn't get a refund. I found a great place in Issaquah that took me that night cheaper then this musty, old possible mold place cost. Brian in Issaquah is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to unwind

Loved staying here. Enjoyed fishing for a few hours and catching 6 fish. Got yo relax and just be lazy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Place to Stay on a Work Trip

Five of us from my small business in Montana traveled over for gymnastics training at our Region 2 Congress. The Ames Lake house was a fun and relaxing place to stay. Even though we were gone and busy all day, we liked sitting on the dock in the evening, and the kitchen was adequate for cooking our breakfasts and dinners. We slept well. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey H.

Lovely lake getaway

We loved our stay!!! The lake is gorgeous and easy access from the home down some stairs. We rented the pontoon boat and had a blast seeing all the beautiful properties surrounding the lake. We fed the chickens fresh fruit daily, my toddler LOVED it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark & Elaine W., Tucson, AZ USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Serenity

The first feeling is serenity. Looking out over the lake. Unfortunately for us, the weather did not permit time on the lake. But the property was so well suited for a family gathering, it didn't matter. We were able to gather with family in the area, had BBQ's and played games. The beds were very comfortable, the home very clean. The owner was extremely responsive. We lost power on our last day. My family in the area siad it is common during storms. We were able to use the fireplace at stay warm. The home is difficult to find. Make sure you follow the directions! We were close to everything so it was all worth it!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rozalind R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Break peace

We fell in love with this place. Tons of space for us and so beautiful. We loved the view and the quiet. The lake was incredible and we loved to spend time on the dock. Easy distance to local towns.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location and area

We were impressed with the area and lake and spaciousness of the suite. Travelling from Canada with 4 teenagers and there was room for everyone. The kids loved the hallway lol. The suite itself was good but lacked a few things we assumed would be there (sugar and coffee for example). We were really disappointed that there was no hot tub as was stated in the ad, but host quickly apologized for the incorrect info on the site. We didn't use the outdoor space as much as I had thought or hoped we would. The boats were covered (assuming for winter), the firepit had no firewood and the local store wanted $1 a piece and we didn't have anything to cut it up with. We were also scared the cedar boughs hanging down would be a problem and we didn't want to start a forest fire! The patio furniture was covered in debris and pine needles etc, so we didn't use at all. Space was quiet (zero noise from upstairs) and quite enjoyable for us. Had some trouble finding which driveway to use etc, (signs would solve this) but once we found it and realized we were in the right place, check in was easy. We had a great stay even without the hot tub and the drive in to Seattle was enjoyable. All in all quite a charming little suite.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Lake Home

Very comfortable, clean, large home on a pristine lake. Amazing views!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan T., Colbert, Wa

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Setting

This was such a great place to stay for Christmas.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan T., Colbert, Wa

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Setting

This house is located in a quiet neighborhood with great views of the lake. This is an older house but is very clean & comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful getaway

I loved staying here and will return ASAP!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun stay great lake.

What a fun and funky house. Kim was fantastic. Great place for a family and dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023