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A Relaxing Place To Have Fun In The Sun!

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The 'Grand Suite' at Sunland's Cottage! Designed to spoil you rotten!
Take a wonderful walk around the pond, shaded by trees and serenaded by frogs!
A wonderful romantic getaway!
Walk up into the vineyard to expand your horizons! The mountains are magical!
Charming front porch to sit on at night, listening to the frogs and crickets.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

The Grand Suite

1 King Bed

The Yellow Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Country Charm

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Grand Retro Bath Palace!

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A Relaxing Place To Have Fun In The Sun!

Our lovely 8-acre vineyard and charming 2000 square feet, 2-bedroom guest cottage, are a treasure! Newly remodeled, the 'Grand Suite' will spoil you and your honey rotten! Get ready to relax in the fanciest 'retro' bathroom in town! Enjoy the convenience of having the whole-house to yourself, including a fully stocked kitchen. But who wants to cook when you can.......barbecue outside on the gas grill! Clean up quick so you can romance your honey on the porch... or lay-out on the private deck! Walk the vineyard to witness breath-taking views of Mt. Adams, as the sunsets. Tour Yakima's Premiere Wine Country. Sunland's Cottage is ideal for couples visiting Yakima on a weekend-getaway or a vacation! Conveniently located all within 3-15 minutes from most of Yakima's hotspots! (P.S. if you are allergic to animals, this is NOT your place! Also, since the cottage is situated on a working farm, expect to see crew polishing, priming and pruning the grapes during your stay, all in service to the fall grape harvest!)

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Over the age 12, who know how to swim.

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Small breeds only, under 18 lbs. Pet Fee applies

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is NOT allowed anywhere inside the cotta

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and 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

MASTER SHOWER: Keep the shower sparkling new by using the squeegee to swipe down the glass after each use. Swipe it, similar to how you would a car’s windshield.

FLOORS: Sweep or dry mop the floors throughout the entire house. (Broom/dry mop can be found in the hallway outside of guest bathroom.

THERMOSTAT: If you adjusted the thermostat beyond its original setting, please return it to back to 62 degrees in winter and 78 degrees for cooling in summer.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Housekeeping: There is NO daily housekeeping for weekend stays. Leave the place as clean as you found it, by following our Departure Check List.

SHOES: Shoes must be taken off before entering the cottage. Consider bringing your own pair of slippers. If you forgot, please ask us for a pair.

Pet Policy: pets are permitted for short-term stays only. Written permission is granted after terms are agreed upon. Dogs only.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3537815
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Yakima

Located in Yakima, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Meadowbrook Family Fun Center and Naches Heights Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Yakima Valley Trolleys and State Fair Park & Yakima Valley SunDome. Central Washington State Fair and Yakima Area Arboretum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Yakima, WA

What's nearby

  • Cowiche Canyon Trail - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Meadowbrook Family Fun Center - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Yakima Family Fun Center Go-kart Track - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Westpark Shopping Center - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Randall Dog Park - 9 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Yakima, WA (YKM-Yakima Air Terminal - McAllister Field) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Los Hernández Tamales - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Relaxing Place To Have Fun In The Sun! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at A Relaxing Place To Have Fun In The Sun! ?

As of 19 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Relaxing Place To Have Fun In The Sun! on 11 Jun, 2026 start from S$391, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at A Relaxing Place To Have Fun In The Sun! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Relaxing Place To Have Fun In The Sun! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Relaxing Place To Have Fun In The Sun! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Relaxing Place To Have Fun In The Sun! located?

Located in the heart of Yakima, this golf holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Meadowbrook Family Fun Center, Yakima Family Fun Center Go-kart Track and Cowiche Canyon Trail. Yakima River Valley and Westpark Shopping Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vickie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and Peaceful Place to Work, Play and Relax!!!
Our closest neighbors!!!
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally R.

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

Comfortable Stay in Yakima

This is a beautiful property in Yakima with a country-like feel. It’s very relaxing. The beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

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

Absolutely beautiful rental home, lovely owner and country. Loved the surrounds.

Stay at this lovely place and glad we had a chance to meet Jenny.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much Angela for the review. We are happy that you are happy. Please enjoy a 10% discount upon your return! Happy Fall.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Serene, country cottage

Our family stayed in this beautiful cottage for two nights while in town for my daughter’s track meet. Friendly owner and daughter. Exceptionally clean rooms. The sheep, pond, the frogs croaking at night all made our stay a wonderful experience. Thank you for having us! We hope to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

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

Country Charm!

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at this property in Yakima! From the moment we arrived where we met Jenny and Julia, we felt at home. They welcomed us with a bottle of wine from their vineyard and a dozen farm fresh eggs, introduced us to their pet sheep, took us to the top of the hill for a view of Mt Adams, and walked us through the lovely home that was like walking into the past. The house had all of the modern amenities and was clean and comfortable, but it reminded us all of going to grandma’s house. Before leaving, we even picked some raspberries to eat on the next part of our journey. We can’t imagine staying anywhere else in Yakima! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

June B.

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

Visiting family

Enjoyed the property. Beautiful setting with lake, trees, privacy. Kitchen cabinets a bit disorganized with old stuff. Just needs decluttering.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Archival

8/10 Good

Robby O.

Perfect hideaway within the city

We fully enjoyed our stay here. Fresh eggs, a fresh loaf of bread and a bottle of wine greeted us. We enjoyed waking up and sitting on the back deck or front porch to drink coffee and catch up on our reading. Both decks look out towards the private pond. The best part is that we were not far from regular city attractions or the freeway. We would definitely recommend this to others.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2020
Thanks so much! We are happy you enjoyed your stay! 'Ya, all come back now, ya hear?!!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Lovely house the feels secluded but is close to town.

The house is lovely. It is an old house that Jenny has added onto making the kitchen, dining room/sun room very bright and welcoming. The master bedroom and bath are VERY NICE - open, bright and roomy. It was nice to sit on the bedroom deck and watch the birds, goats and peacocks. At night there was a symphony of frogs from the pond. The house is separated from the road by a row of trees that adds greatly to the isolated feeling.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2020
Thank you for sharing your experiences at Sunland's Guest Cottage. We enjoyed hosting you. We are happy that you enjoyed the frogs, goats and peacocks! We warmly welcome you back.
Verified

6/10 Okay

D Ann K.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Poor communication

Tried to contact owner several times with no response. Property is very nice. Far too many rules though. We enjoyed our stay but it could have been better.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May, 2022
DAnn the day you contacted the owner, she came down with Covid. Nevertheless, she requested that I, her daughter, respond to you. I did so by the end of the day. I did this twice. The last response I gave you I included in the VRBO thread, to make sure you could not claim otherwise. It is unfortunate, that you did not understand VRBO's policy when it comes to taking out rental insurance to cover you stay. The policies are there to protect you as well as us. Thank you for leaving the place so clean. We appreciate it.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Better than the Pictures!

If a picture paints a thousand words, being there paints a million! What a lovely refuge from all that might worry you. Jenny's Pond is a world unto itself, with manicured grounds, a cottage quaintly nestled in yester-year, and an owner who boasts hospitality with fresh flowers, a bottle of delightful estate wine, delicious bread and butter, and eggs from a nearby hen house. In all my VRBO experiences, I have never felt more welcomed in a home, have never been more pleased with the rental value, and have never been more impressed with the cleanliness of the property. Seriously, this experience has created memories of a lifetime for me, my wife, our daughter, and our son-in-law. Thank you Jenny!
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much. Your kind words are much appreciated. It is wonderful to be able to share the bounties of this land with you and your family. Three-cheers to many more wonderful memories.
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2/10 Terrible

Amy B.

Unwelcoming

We arrived 1hour early and were berated for it by Jenny. We would of been happy to come back in 1hour, but instead Jenny was very passive aggressive about the situation. She showed us around and described all the rules and conditions. She also emphasised on several occasions that we needed to clean the cottage before we left. The checklist on departure was like no other I’ve seen. On leaving, we followed the checklist and did do all that was asked. Unfortunately we received a nasty email on our departure from Jenny accusing us of stealing 4 towels and stating we left the master bedroom and bathroom a mess, (which we did not) due to the fact we didn’t wash the shower and counter tops. Unreal. Extremely disappointed. Aside from our unfortunate encounter with the host, the cottage has a bizarre layout and really only suitable for a couple. Master bedroom is nice, but has no curtains, so gets really bright early morning. Also the deck outside was full of animal droppins and very dirty. Very underwhelmed and disappointed. Definitely would not go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Theresa B.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Rude host and unreasonable expectations for guests

We had difficulty with check in despite prior communication with owner. We followed instructions and it took over an hour and a half to access property, even though we arrived over 3 hours AFTER check in time. The owner even told us to go find something to do "to better use our time" while she located her mother to let us in. We were chastised by both owner and then her mother when she finally arrived to let us onto the property. This is not a property you can come and go at your own convenience. They then tried to tell us we couldn't have a four week old infant at the house because the four week infant might "make a mess" or "get into the pond". They have a HUGE clean up list...you will basically be cleaning the entire house before you leave. It took four of us an hour to clean to their expectations. I have stayed in dozens of rental homes and I have NEVER seen such expectations for guests. To top it off we found hair in both showers upon arrival, which we had to clean out to take showers. The furniture was old, broken down, and outdated with the exception of the master's bedroom. I have never been so rudely treated by property owners. It was one hassle after the other which made the weekend stressful instead of relaxing. Unless you are willing to be at the mercy of the owner and her mother spare yourself the additional stress and rudeness and find another VRBO to stay at!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2020
Obviously based on the vehement this guest is expressing, she was not happy with her stay. I agree, that it was wobbly from the start since the check in time given, did not match the check in time of her guests. In effect, phone calls were made to line everyone up. Also what did not match was observance of the house rules, when it came to the age of guests. As she mentioned, our rules are extensive and very clearly spelled out. We have an open pond, so due to legal reasons all guests must be over the age of 12 and able to swim. Generally guests appreciate that we are clear with our rules and the clean-up, since it makes for ease. This situation is unfortunate. Nevertheless, I am willing to take Theresa's feedback and see how we can improve things. Light ahead.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Massoud V.

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

Fun place to stay

The place was exactly as described, once I figured out that Jenny is the owner’s mom, the communication went smoothly, which was probably my misunderstanding. The cottage is next to a working farm with sheep, chickens and peacocks (unfortunately we didn’t see any). It was fun to wake up and watch the sheep graze, while drinking our coffee. Jenny told us later that the pond is stock with fish, but i didn't have my fishing pole. So she came back later and brought a new pole and all the tackle to use, i caught 3 fish for our dinner. That was great, thanks Jenny!!, The only minuses were the road noise, and lots of specific instructions. But the place was very clean, and we didn’t mind leaving it as we found it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camille D.

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

Sunland Sweet

This sweet little cottage was just right for our purpose of touring a few Yakima Vineyards. Secluded behind secure gates and thick trees the home feels very private. The backyard has lots of wildlife. It was quite bucolic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jan V.

What an Amazing Place!

We loved our stay and wouldn't hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2020
Thanks so much Jan. My mother thoroughly enjoyed hosting you!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Patty A.

Property was wonderful!

Jenny was a great host, very accommodating and lovely. Would stay here again with out question.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2020
Oh, thanks so much! My mother, Jenny, relates to the cottage as a work of art! As you may have noted, she is a fine artist indeed! Thanks so much for staying with us! We appreciate the time you took to post a review!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Trevor-Andrea N.

Perfect base for our wine weekend

My husband and I had a wonderful stay here! It was quiet and peaceful. We were welcomed with a dozen eggs and a bottle of white wine. The master bedroom was huge, it's bed very comfortable. The view of the pond was relaxing. We were very close to many of the wineries and had a great time! The only downside was the second bedroom's bed, according to the couple who came with us, was uncomfortable. Everything was very clean and welcoming. If we come back for another wine tasting we will be sure to see if it's available.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2020
Hi Andrea, thanks so much for the review! We appreciate your positive support and suggestions for improvement! My mother enjoyed having you at the cottage. Please come again to enjoy at 10% discount! Have a terrific summer! Julia Snyder Manager!
Archival

8/10 Good

Carole D.

Fabulous Setting with lots of extras

A great house with lots of room and beautiful settings on the back sun deck and the front porch and the grounds are a beautiful place for a walk and a great hostess. Jenny made us feel like we were her personal guests. I highly recommend especially for those who want to see some great wineries and a must see is the Krueger Pepper Farm and Ginkgo Petrified Forest, and Cowiche Canyon. And we will always remember Tuxedo and we miss him.. Thank you Jenny and Julia
Archival

8/10 Good

Yellow cottage is quaint, and yet modern.

We liked this cottage as it was located in the city, yet totally country. The master suite and bathroom are brand new and gorgeous. The kitchen and other areas of the cottage are quaint. The porches are beautiful to sit in and relaxing, looking over the vineyard or the lake. We liked the quiet with no neighbors and no schedule. If you are wanting to "get away" then this is the place for you. Wine tasting or sitting on the backdeck enjoying a cup of coffee, we found the environment perfect.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

michelle s.

Sunland Cottage is AMAZING!!!

This incredible farmhouse is Fantastic. It is so much more than a beautiful charming bright yellow home. It is a retreat. The property is gorgeous. You can sit on the back porch and look over a private pond and the vineyard, and the roaming horses and feel like you are miles from town. The home is incredibly charming and I heard the master suite that was just added is fabulous. My friends and I had so much fun we didn't want to leave. Yakima has great wineries to visit, beautiful fruit stands with gourmet treats. We can't wait to book our next visit. The owners were great to work with and everything was better than we could have hoped for. If you wish you had a beautiful cottage and a vineyard and horses and beautiful chickens and peakcocks with beautiful gardens you can come here and have it all!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vickie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 31 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jenny Snyder will host you. Julia Snyder, her daughter assists with bookings.

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For the past thirty plus years, the Sunland estate has been under the loving care of Jenny and Mark Snyder. Raised on a 3000 acre farm in Minnesota, Jenny drove a tractor before a car! Rather then stay inside to help her mother out with chores, Jenny preferred to sneak outside to join her father and brothers. She soaked up billions of brain cells of farming knowledge from them. She also loved to disappear out on her horse! But do not confuse her with a tom-boy, in college she was crowned Miss St. Cloud.

Today, not a lot has changed. Jenny is a farmer, a fashionista, and an amazing cook! She over-sees Sunland Vineyards and Guest Cottage. Over the years, the land has been transformed from a cattle ranch, to a goat farm, to a Morgan horse farm, and now to a fertile vineyard. (Thanks in part to ash deposited by Mt. St. Helens) Around the neighborhood, Jenny is known as the egg-lady as she generously shares her free-range-organic-farm fresh eggs!

Jenny and Mark's love for youth has inspired them to host over 91 exchange students. Rather then hit 100, they are extending an invitation to you, to vacation in the sun, while staying at their fun-loving Guest Cottage. Walk the Vineyard with your sweety hand in hand! It’s a FUN-loving romantic weekend getaway that you’ll want to keep returning to!

Get ready to thoroughly enjoy yourself! Jenny is a woman who has always been ahead of her time, and is always ready to have a sweet time! (G-rated!)

Why they chose this property

Jenny's love for farming inspired her to convince Mark to purchase it. For years she had watched, her neighbors raise hundreds of goats on it! Its steep hillside provided the goats with terrain that kept them entertained! Decades later, as the wine industry in Yakima grew in momentum, the vision for the property expanded! Today it is planted in over 8 varieties of grapes which are sold to local wine makers such as Gilbert Cellars and Naches Height. The steep hillside and rocky terrain makes the land ideal to capture the sun's attention! Very similar to the hillside vineyards in France, the grapes thrive in this growing environment.

What makes this property unique

*Quiet & Private *Charming 1930 Cottage located on a vineyard. * Pond stocked with trout* *Green lush surroundings! *Recently remodeled * * Clean * Roomy closets * Two huge decks! * Outdoor barbecue * * Glam master bedroom w lovely view! * Outrageously decadent retro- bathroom! **Ample Parking *Security Gate* Alarm system * Starbucks within 2 minutes! * Flowers in bloom! * Peacocks * *Frogs!* *Crickets* *Well-behaved kids over 13yrs of age welcomed*

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