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Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly.

Travelers find a peaceful lakeside retreat at Ames Lake where they can boat, kayak, or simply relax surrounded by natural beauty

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Waterfront living awaits on quiet Ames Lake. Curl up with a book by the gas fireplace or spot eagles and osprey from the patio. Enjoy boating, kayaking, and playground options. Free in-room WiFi and a firepit for evening relaxation are available for guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

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About the area

Located in Ames Lake, a neighbourhood in Redmond, this guesthouse is in a rural area and on a lake. Redmond Performing Arts Center and Village Theater Francis J. Gaudette Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Camp Korey at Carnation Farm and Downtown Issaquah. K1 Speed Seattle and Jakob Two Trees Troll are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Redmond, WA

What's nearby

  • Snoqualmie River - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Carnation Golf Course - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Tolt MacDonald Park - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Camp Korey at Carnation Farm - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Duthie Hill Park - 11 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sammamish Cafe & Spirits - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪MOD Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Carnation Café - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly.

Guest house located in Ames Lake
Consider a stay at Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly. and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as kayaking and boating, at this guest house. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Water sports equipment, a video library and barbecues
  • Beach towels, games and outdoor furniture
  • Books and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly. offer thoughtful touches, such as fireplaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Children's dinnerware and children's books
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with DVD players
  • Private fenced gardens, outdoor lighting and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Books
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Kayak
  • Playground
  • Video library
  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas

More

  • Note from host: No smoking or vaping allowed anywhere on property
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Place used towels near the washer.
Please check to make sure you aren't leaving stuff behind!
Pick up any trash or used items from the beach.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Please let me know if you are bringing pets.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
Advance notice required, possible additional fees.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping allowed anywhere on property

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Advance notice required, possible additional fees.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
Property Registration Number 605593647-001-0001

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly. located?

Located in Ames Lake, this guesthouse is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Tolt MacDonald Park and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Snoqualmie River. Camp Korey at Carnation Farm and Beaver Lake Off-Leash Dog Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly. Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

8.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 85 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's a beautiful lake and you can really relax here. Other reviews are accurate and this property can be described as a "classic lake home." The beds were very comfortable and our simple requirements of a bbq and a fire pit by the lake were very well met. Kim answered all questions very quickly. Great host...and a nice puppy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

charles b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location on the lake and well located for the wedding we were attending in Monroe. Reasonably well equipped kitchen. For 4 or more only 1 bathroom can lead to a queue but it’s hardly a major issue. 6 nights. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Quinn P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disappointing overall. I will say that Kim’s directions to the property were very accurate and it was easy to find. She was very responsive to us while we were there. However, the basement unit smelled like mildew. Two of the beds were unusable because they smelled like urine and mildew. I spent 20 minutes cleaning the coffee maker and the washing machine had black mold in it, making it unusable. The property was in a beautiful location on the lake. However there was decades of debris all around, and it was a shame that what could have been a fabulous view of the lake was obscured by overgrown trees and bushes. After leaving, our clothes smelled like mildew. Definitely not a good value for the price. I would recommend avoiding this one.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Isabel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

We loved our stay. The house is very comfortable, quiet and private. Access is very easy, thanks to Kim's precise instructions. The location is incredible, with the lake just a few meters away. We'd love to live here!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

MEGHAN O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Lake Home

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

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Jason E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Rozalind R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Jan T., Colbert, Wa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

liz C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Leesa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Mark & Elaine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Communication, location
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

8/10 Good

flora t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Justin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer fun on Ames Lake

We wanted a private PNW lake getaway and we found it! We swam, sat by the fire pit, paddleboarded, fished and tooled around in our electric boat while totally decompressing. If you want fancy or modern, this is not your place. If you want a quiet place with no frillls and an awesome lake front stay, here it is.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025