Private Retreat by the Lake

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A lodge with multiple buildings by a lake, surrounded by dense forest.
A dining area with a view of a lake and houses.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a stone fireplace.
A kitchen with a central island, a stove, and a refrigerator. There is a dining area with a table and chairs in the background.
A hallway with wooden flooring, a bench, and a door leading to a kitchen area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Cain Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Sedro-Woolley, WA
  • Place, Cain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Western Washington University
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Bellis Fair Mall
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Games room

1 Queen Bed

Kids room

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Old English

1 Queen Bed

Parents room

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 3 - Steam shower

Toilet · Shower only

Main bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Old English bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the neighborhood

Sedro-Woolley

Located in Sedro-Woolley, this vacation home is on a lake. Mount Baker Theatre and Whatcom Museum are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Depot Market Square and Bellis Fair Mall. Traveling with kids? Consider Lookout Arts Center and Samish Bay Cheese / Rootabaga Country Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Sedro-Woolley, WA

What's nearby

  • Cain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fairhaven Park - 20 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Western Washington University - 24 min drive - 28.6 km
  • Mount Baker Theatre - 26 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Bellis Fair Mall - 34 min drive - 36.6 km

Getting around

  • Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Skagit Casino Resort - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tino's Pizza & Pasta Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chuckanut Manor Seafood & Grill - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Taylor Shellfish Farms - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪El Agave Mexican Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Lakeside Getaway pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Retreat by the Lake?

As of Nov 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Retreat by the Lake on Jan 26, 2027 start from $445, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Lakeside Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Lakeside Getaway?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Lakeside Getaway located?

This family-friendly Sedro-Woolley vacation home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cain Lake and Lake Whatcom. Lookout Arts Center and Lake Samish are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great location

great location, Bald Eagles and quite lake, the house was great and had lots of fun on the water equipment.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay! Again.

We use this place for cycling camps that we run out of the area. Great for 6 to 8 people.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place! Access to palddle boat made it fun to get out on the lake. Close to lots of sites in Bellingham and Vancouver, BC. Contact with host was excellent, but we also had privacy. Would revisit in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 12, 2026
We're so happy you enjoyed your stay! You were a fabulous guest and we'd welcome you back anytime :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Graduated weekend

The house was perfect. Well-equipped with everything you could want. And the location is so lovely -right on the lake with a dock to sit on when the sun came out
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family fun on the Lake

This property was great for our family, lots and lots of water toys and kayaks and a game room! There were plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms. The kitchen was well stocked and the views of the lake were gorgeous. We saw eagles and the birdsongs were enchanting.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An ideal spot for a family get-together

Our son, daughter and 4 grandchildren had a great time, as did us grandfolks. There is a small beach area on a shallow part of the lake which was ideal for small children, and a floating dock with ladder for the grown-ups. Also, there was a nearby kid-friendly trail up a shallow wooded slope. We hope we can do this again next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful house. Could of been cleaner outside. Trash was there when we arrived, & not picked up

Very good
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 5, 2021
Thanks
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a wonderful setting! Perfect for our extended family graduation celebration. Elana was responsive had a few technical issues with hot water heater and septic. Got help right away and neighbor was extremely helpful and friendly. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was everything I had hoped it would be. We came from MS and LA for a family wedding that was being held in a nearby town. I was looking for a property that would allow my immediate family to stay together and enjoy being together. The host was fabulous and responded very quickly to my questions and concerns. The home was spotless and furnished with everything you might need. I was concerned about my grandbaby’s safety with the lake so close, but there was no possible way for her to get out of the house without an adult. There were many things to keep everyone occupied on the lake, with plenty of life preservers, and room for me to sit and watch on the deck. This home was a perfect place to stay and big enough that everyone could spread out and enjoy all the house had to offer. There were some areas of the home that could have used a little attention with paint and polish, but nothing that interfered with our fabulous week. Thank you to our host! I hope to come back soon:
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely house on the lake

We booked a couple days before arrival with no issues. The kitchen is well-equipped with a view of the lake while cooking. The spacious house had great spaces for relaxing for our family. A wonderful experience to walk out the door and hop onto the paddleboard. My family would book again. Please note there are a lot of levels and stairs to get around the property… for those with any mobility concerns.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Whatcom

The property view were beautiful. The water toys were great. Loved the fresh apples. Appreciated owner help solve remote/battery issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Will be returning

Great layout. Lots of room. The lake is wonderful. Very peaceful. Accommodating owners. Planning on returning.
Stayed 22 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake house

Great stay. No negatives. Lots of kayaks, SUP, canoe, safety equipment.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Getaway

The pictures do not do this place justice. It is much bigger than it looks. Nice location and very quiet and peaceful. Short drive to Bellingham for a college town experience and close to some great day hikes with our dog. The nearest grocery store/country market is quite expensive and would recommend going to Bellingham for your groceries. We enjoyed our short staycation and would recommend to others without hesitation!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family time at the lake house

Fun stay at a beautiful lake house. Plenty of room for our extended family and guests. This house has everythingvyou need including a play area outfitted for the kids. Everyone enjoyed the selection of water toys for the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for a family

Wonderful experience overall! Kitchen staples were readily available which was a wonderful surprise. The location in quiet and magical - we watched deer graze from the window :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Lake House

We enjoyed the location of the house, right on a lake with a beautiful view. The house was large enough for our family to have a comfortable relaxing vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little slice of heaven

We really felt like we lucked out to find this little slice of heaven on the lake! Three of us went to Mountain Bike clinics during the day, and the rest of our friends did their own mountain biking at Galbraith, and it was great to end the day at the lake. My dog loves standing like a sentinel at the front of the paddle boards we brought. It was really helpful having the downstairs shower and baskets of towels everywhere. We had everything we needed and had a fantastic weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Terrific home away from the hustle and bustle

We loved our time at this home! It has been really nicely updated, and is very kid- and pet-friendly. Although the weather was chilly, our kids still had so much fun taking the water toys out on Cain Lake. It's an easy 15-minute drive to Bellingham along beautiful roads. We cooked almost all of our meals in the nicely-appointed kitchen (with a fun space-age oven!). When we were indoors, there were plenty of toys and books to keep the kids entertained. We had such a comfortable stay in this home, and would love to visit again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Getaway

We were looking for a relaxing weekend for our family and that is just what we found. We enjoyed being together by the fireplace, shooting some pool, playing board games and just relaxing watching the rain on the lake. We didn't let the weather slow us down though. Took the kayaks out on the lake and found areas to hike in nearby. The location was quiet and restorative. The large home made it possible to spread out and provided plenty of space. Great location just south of Bellingham and would love to return in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thanksgiving week 2020

Enjoyed a relaxing with immediate family. Despite the on and off showers we loved kayaking, fishing and just hanging outside appreciating the view. Due to covid all meals were prepared in the kitchen including our traditional Thanksgiving meal.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Working Vacation Home

Home away from home! Cozy and comfortable home away from home for our working vacation. We enjoyed our time in this spacious house with lots of room for everyone.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very spacious and great location

My family and I stayed here for a week and really enjoyed ourselves. The house was great and the lake was very enjoyable. The house had plenty of space for our party of 6 and an added bonus with the game room (pool table and bar). We all really enjoyed eating our meals with the amazing view of the lake from the wall of windows in the dining room. Elana (the owner) was awesome and very accommodating and great with communicating any concerns and or question I had. We will definitely be back for future stays.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A piece of heaven on the lake!

We enjoyed this tucked away piece of heaven. A large house with upgrades and a lot of stairs. Well stocked kitchen. The dock is a great place to watch people come and go off the lake, bald eagles and fish! We would recommend this place for any and all.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lakeside retreat!

Lovely spacious home right on the lake! Enjoyed the use of the paddle boat, paddle board and kayaks. Great for families, cozy home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
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