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Close-in Beautiful Retreat: Large, Lodge-Like Private Lakefront Setting

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Front driveway entrance.  The small apartment to left is not included.
Living room, entry way, kitchen.
Kitchen and dining area.
Shadow Lake at dusk.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 134200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Renton, WA
  • Lake Wilderness Arboretum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • The Boeing Company
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Westfield Southcenter Mall
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Renton, WA (RNT-Renton Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Close-in Beautiful Retreat: Large, Lodge-Like Private Lakefront Setting

Experience instant relaxation as you enter this gorgeous 4,200 sq ft 4-bedroom lakefront guest home near Seattle/Bellevue/Tacoma. Situated on 10 acres and 800 feet of waterfront the property connects to a 42 acre preserved forest to explore. Share stories around the fire-pit at night, BBQ on gas grill and enjoy breathtaking views of meadow and lake. Take a lake tour in sailboat, canoe or rowboat. Bring boots and hike through natural meadow and second-growth forest. Enjoy a floating waterslide while you swim in the clean waters of Shadow Lake. Inside enjoy a large HD plasma Smart TV with Xfinity, ping pong, foosball, gas fireplace and a library of books. Refrigerator/freezer for your food and plenty of pantry space . Put your feet up and stay awhile! (Note the small apartment on left is not part of the rental and is not included in the description herein).

Our rates include up to 8 people. Any additional people are an extra charge-- this includes children. Infants can be excluded from the count.

**We allow OUTDOOR EVENTS ONLY of less than 100 people. Regardless of weather, the entire event must take place outside and must use the provided portable toilets, as there is a septic system not suitable for events. Additional event fees and regulations are also required, and all events are required to be approved ahead of time. We reserve the right to limit the amount of events held on our property.

Please inquire for a customized quote. We will adjust/remove the event fees once we receive communication that an event will not be held.

Property manager

Holly D'Annunzio
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Bring toys. Do not leave children unattended.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Event fees and higher deposits apply.
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Pets

No pets allowed
Check with owner.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only - use ashtrays.
No fireworks allowed .
No outside loud music/noise after 10:00 pm.
Signed Rental Agreement Required To Confirm Reservation Strictly Enforced.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Event fees and higher deposits apply.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Renton

Located in Renton, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Jimi Hendrix Memorial Grave and Downtown Issaquah are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Maplewood Golf Course and Riverbend Golf Complex. Traveling with kids? Consider Lake Wilderness Arboretum and Lake Meridian Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Renton, WA

What's nearby

  • Lake Wilderness Arboretum - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Pacific Raceways - 15 min drive - 14.8 km
  • The Boeing Company - 20 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Muckleshoot Casino - 20 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Westfield Southcenter Mall - 21 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Tukwila Station - 20 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bruchelle's Bagel Bistro - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Close-in Beautiful Retreat: Large, Lodge-Like Private Lakefront Setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Close-in Beautiful Retreat: Large, Lodge-Like Private Lakefront Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Close-in Beautiful Retreat: Large, Lodge-Like Private Lakefront Setting?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Close-in Beautiful Retreat: Large, Lodge-Like Private Lakefront Setting located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Wilderness Arboretum, Lake Meridian Park, and Lake Desire. Petrovitsky Park and VMC Covington Clinic North are also within 6 mi (10 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. 159 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 174 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully kept home in a beautiful location
We booked this home to hold a more intimate Celebration of Life for our mother. The space was perfect for this. Having the gane room kept the younger ones occupied. Having the bedrooms gave family & friends space if they needed breathe or cry in peace. So glad we found this.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway house
Beautiful property, lots of amenities, exactly as pictured. In great condition, very comfy, gorgeous surroundings. Lots of space to spread out or enjoy time together.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Tina H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Lovely home, but unfortunate shortfalls
The home's size and location fit our needs perfectly. We spent post-holiday time with family and enjoyed the festive tree and cozy fireplace. Rainy and cold weather allowed us to enjoy the ample rec room and ping-pong and foosball tables. The rental experience, though, fell short in three notable ways. 1. The listing states there's a washer and dryer. While true, a hand-scrawled note on the washer said it was to be used only in case of emergency. We'd been traveling for a week and were counting on using it but resigned to wear grubby clothes a few more days. 2. Host communication was disappointing. Messages sent weren't acknowledged and in one case a request was ignored. 3. While the overall home cleanliness was good, the kitchen could use a deep clean (sticky cabinets and knobs) and serious de-cluttering and organizing. Half of what's there could be tossed/replaced. I realize we were renters after a group that required the cleaning crew's full attention but bearing that brunt shouldn't have been our burden. None of this ruined our stay, but we hope future renters fare better than we did.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cari J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
This place was perfect for our weekend. The house has plenty of room and feels very homey; not like "just a rental". The lake is beautiful. The property is big - kids could run around & others were down by the lake just enjoying the peace. It was so quite & dark - the stars were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melitta R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Event Space
Had everything we needed for a lovely weekend and birthday celebration on the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Great Event
During COVID my husband and I got married on this property with just our immediate family in attendance. 3 year later, we decided to hold our long-overdue wedding reception here. We had about 50 people and this was the perfect kicked back venue.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Great Week
Beautiful and fun for all - grandkids, parents and grandparents. We spent all day every day swimming, boating and fishing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful intimate backyard wedding
We had our wedding in the backyard here with 65 guests and it was everything we had hoped for and more! Holly was nice and helpful! The property is beautiful in nature and private but still relatively close to Seattle and everything you need. It’s better than the photos can capture, the meadow and water at golden hour are truly stunning. The house is huge and has so many extra things for hosting events and fun toys to play with on the water. There were dumpsters and enough parking. We used their buffet tables and a nice dance floor and more. We rented a 30 x 60 frame tent, luxury bathroom stalls, dining tables and chairs, and brought in other things. We had catering, a dj, and bartender and it all worked out great. The ceremony was set up near the water, we set up the picnic table and yard games in the middle area, and the bar, dining, and dancing near the house. We had family stay at the house and some others even stayed at some nearby houses on the lake and were able to boat over to the wedding. We made many great memories playing on the lake, sitting around the bonfire, watching eagles, and enjoying the sunsets. Hope to come back again soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Earl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super fun family time
Our choice for getting together with the fam!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get together
As always, we loved our stay there we try to do it every year and it is always a success so much room and space and lots of things to do. You don’t have to go anywhere. The house is clean and perfect. We had a blast as always can’t wait to come back next year. !!! I would give it 10 stars if I could😊😊😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property for large group
Beautiful property in a somewhat secluded area with a fantastic house and lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay- great host!
The house is simply beautiful and the lake setting is perfect. There was enough room for our family and Holly was wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My husband said he would give it a 12 out 10. Wonderful property - would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nora M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
The house was extremely clean and had everything we needed. It is an amazing area with plenty to do. We had a large group and everyone had their own space and we were able to do different things when they wanted. The lake was beautiful. We enjoyed the canoe and the slide, I would definitely recommend this location and property!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

matt c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas on Shadow Lake
We spent Christmas at the Lake House with our family. The house was extremely comfortable, clean and a great kitchen. The property manager was awesome and we even had a Christmas tree! The whole family absolutely loved our Christmas in King County!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ericka S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
With the city hussle and bussle, this property provided our family an opportunity to unplug and enjoy nature. Our family truly enjoyed the home and all it had to offer. Teenage boys took advantage of all the the amenities offered on the property, including the canoes and sail boat on the property. Every morning we woke up to crisp air and rolling fog over the lake, that had us all in awe. Holly was so responsive and friendly. We will definitely be back. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical lake time
Our group of girl friends gets together every year and our favorite place to stay is the Shadow Lake House - period.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Property and Owner
I can't even begin so describe how perfect this property is. Beautiful setting for a wedding rehearsal dinner with everything you could need supplied by the owner. Holly is fabulous to work with and very responsive. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharyl J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Room for the family
Peaceful setting with room for the family.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Immaculate property-enough space for 7 adults and 2 children. Was able to spread out, enjoying the inside and outside. Thanks Holly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
The property was even better than expected. We were two families with three kids who always had something to do, from swimming, water sliding, exploring, to playing in the grass field - not to mention indoor activities like ping pong. The home was spacious and very clean. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Earl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it
A very favorite vacation place to have fun with the whole family. In the water most of the day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable
Lake was fun. Outdoor area was great. House had everything we needed. Kids enjoyed game room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family hangout
We had a great time. Our 2 adult sons and their families enjoyed the lake with the sale boat, row boat, canoe and paddle boards. Our 20 month old granddaughter even caught her first fish. The only complaint we had was we only stayed 5 days and the time went to quickly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Holly D'Annunzio

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Community-minded owner is excited to share the experience of Shadow Lake with responsible visitors to the area and local residents with special celebrations. This home provides instant relief from the stresses of the world as you reconnect with the magic of nature. I hope you and your family and friends have a memorable time at Shadow Lake Guest House!

Why they chose this property

This is one of the most beautiful settings in the State, with 800 feet of private waterfront and only 40 minutes from Seattle, 35 minutes from Bellevue and Tacoma. The view is unobstructed meadow and lakefront framed by the protected forest. Newer lodge-like residence with room for large family gatherings and special celebrations with friends. Live music allowed.

What makes this property unique

The lake water is very clean for swimming, the wide view is all natural as the west side of the lake has been protected from development. Watch deer graze in the quiet setting. Large yard for picnics, tents, volleyball or live music. Sit and watch the eagles hunt and roost in large trees. West facing property with warm days and beautiful sunsets! Enjoy fire pit or indoor gas fireplace with friends and family. Big jetted tub with view of lake in master bathroom. Upstairs outdoor balcony provides a unique view without wildlife noticing you!

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests