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On A Whim at Chelan Lookout Vacation Rentals

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A deck with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A wedding ceremony with a wooden pergola and floral decorations by a lake.
A resort with a large swimming pool, multiple buildings, and a scenic mountain backdrop.
A residential area with houses, a green lawn, and mountains in the background.
A balcony with a sofa and table overlooking a lake and mountains.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Chelan

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Waterpark access
  • Shared communal pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Chelan, WA
  • Place, Lake Chelan
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Chelan Municipal Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Slidewaters at Lake Chelan
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Chelan

Located in Chelan, this holiday home is in the mountains. Chelan Municipal Golf Course and McKellar Cabin Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Chelan and Entiat Wildlife Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Slidewaters at Lake Chelan and Fromaggio Artisan Cheese Shoppe. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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Chelan, WA

What's nearby

  • Lake Chelan - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chelan Municipal Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Slidewaters at Lake Chelan - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Tsillan Cellars - 12 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Lake Chelan State Park - 20 min drive - 19.8 km

Getting around

  • Wenatchee, WA (EAT-Pangborn Memorial) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lakeview Drive In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Señor Frogs - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Campbell's Bistro & Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Local Myth Pizza - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On A Whim at Chelan Lookout Vacation Rentals pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at On A Whim at Chelan Lookout Vacation Rentals?

As of 31 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at On A Whim at Chelan Lookout Vacation Rentals on 1 Mar 2027 start from £1,045, 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 On A Whim at Chelan Lookout Vacation Rentals?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at On A Whim at Chelan Lookout Vacation Rentals?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On A Whim at Chelan Lookout Vacation Rentals?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is On A Whim at Chelan Lookout Vacation Rentals located?

This family-friendly Chelan holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Chelan and Chelan Municipal Golf Course. Slidewaters at Lake Chelan and McKellar Cabin Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family birthday celebration

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Super cute. Plenty of space, with all of the amenities.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Not Bad

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Over all it was nice except it doesn't have a hot tab.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and property

We loved our stay here - the location in the community allowed easy access to all the amenities. The view is amazing and the living room / deck is the highlight!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house - magical experience

This place is so amazing. Amazing views and amenities. We loved the decor and the swimming pools and beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

On The Whim

Absolutely beautiful home & community! We can’t wait to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A beautiful setting
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2022
Hello Kimberly and Steve, thank you for choosing our community for your family trip. The Lookout is filled with many different amenities all the family can enjoy together. On A Whim features an expansive deck with a breathtaking view of the lake. Please come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family trip

The home was beautiful and so clean! The owners have it very well stocked! They thought of everything! This was a family trip for us and we all loved it! We will for sure be back next year! Thank you for sharing your amazing home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay at On a Whim was exceptional. The property offered breathtaking views and had such a warm, welcoming, and homely feel that made us feel instantly comfortable. We especially loved the layout of the complex, which provided a wonderful sense of privacy and seclusion throughout our stay, allowing us to fully relax and enjoy the experience.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another epic vacation at the Lookout!`

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our 6th year coming to the Lookout for our family summer vacation. So many traditions now and activities we all look forward to.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The house was amazing. The only issue was that there was no hot tub at this property. This was a true disappointment as I chose it because it said it had one. It was a birthday celebration for someone who loves hot tubs. The rest of the stay was fabulous.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Stay at On a Whim

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Well-appointed home with amazing location. Also well stocked with beach towels, kitchen essentials and games. Can't beat the deck and views! Our 2nd time staying here and would definitely rent again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Home and Setting!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We LOVED our stay at On a Whim! It was the perfect spot for 10 ladies to celebrate a milestone birthday. The house was clean, spacious and well appointed. The deck was perfect for morning coffee, meals, games and chats! Excellent customer service from the manager. We would highly recommend On a Whim and look forward to coming back. The location and view were both amazing and we enjoyed all the amenities that the Lookout offers.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2022
Hello Sue, we are glad to hear you loved your stay at The Lookout. On A Whim is a perfect home for a girl's getaway. This home has a beautiful deck with a great view perfect to enjoy your morning coffee or a glass of wine in the evening. We are delighted to hear you experienced some great Lookout hospitality during your visit. We appreciate you for choosing our community and we hope to see you soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great house!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house with great views. We would have loved to have more toilet paper, paper towels, and dishwashing tabs. Especially for the price of the house we shouldn’t have to worry about those things while on vacation. The sheet on the master bedroom bed also did not fit and would slide off every night. Other than those things it was a great house with plenty of room!
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Hello Chantel, thank you for your honest review. Unfortunately, we only provide enough supplies to begin your stay. On A Whim is the perfect vacation home within walking distance of the 70-slip marina and Lookout Park, which features a children’s play area, large open field, pickleball court, outdoor fireplace, community grill, and pool & hot tub! Thank you for choosing The Lookout. We hope to see you soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Very Nice Home

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay and had a very nice time . The home location was perfect. The house had everything we needed and was in great condition . We loved all the light from the big windows. Had fun sitting on the deck all bundled up and watched the Holiday Fireworks display they had in town . Only downside for us was the Master Bed. We did not even sleep in the master due to the bed being so uncomfortable. It is a foam mattress and that was the one downside to our visit . We would like to return to the house but not sure due to the one bed . Other beds were fine. Couches were very comfortable and loved the fireplace.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2022
Kristen, Thank you for your stay and your review. We’re glad you and your family were here visiting The Lookout in “On a Whim"! The views from this home are mesmerizing, it’s truly an amazing home. It is our mission that our guest who visit Chelan Lookout create relational family bonds and lasting memories. We look forward to accommodating you again in the future. Rosa, Guest Services
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

5 star stay at “On a Whim” at the Lookout

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family had an incredible time at the Chelan Lookout/On a Whim rental. The view from the deck is to die for- truly spectacular and so much space on the deck. We had 20+ people at our house one night and it didn’t feel cramped at all. The kitchen was well-stocked with plenty of kitchenware, pots/pans, etc. The downstairs area was great for our kids and had lots of games for them to stay busy. The garage/gaming area with cornhole, darts and ping pong was a nice touch as well. The pools and common area are great too and the staff does a great job of having daily activities to take advantage of as well. It was also really nice that there’s a shuttle service to take you down to the lake. It’s a short walk from the house but fairly steep if you decide to walk back up. The area down by the lake is really nice- lots of space with lawn chairs, grass and plenty of beach front. M family and I would love to return again. My only minor complaint is that street parking was tough to come by at times but not really needed if you park in the garage or in the driveway adjacent to the garage. I strongly recommend the Lookout and “On a Whim” for any families or groups of 7+ with kids.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

View, view and the view!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: You can't stop looking at that lake and the hills. Its beautiful in the morning and stunning in the evening. The resort is perfect for families of all sizes. If you like fine relaxation this is by far the best place to stay in Lake Chelan.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable vacation home with scenic view

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Well organized and appointed vacation home. Comfortable beds. Access to/from waterfront aided by ongoing cart service. Nice wading area for young kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful “Whim”

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a wonderful week at “On A Whim”. With the exception of one mattress the house, view, and amenities were perfect. Loved our stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place, great location.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We will be back.Beautiful home with beautiful view.Super friendly staff in constant communication. Location is great. Will be back for sure at this house specifically!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful location overlooking Lake Chelan

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home has an amazing view of Lake Chelan. It is so peaceful and relaxing. For a large group in the winter, the main level would be pretty small as it is too cold to stay outside. The decor is a little outdated but the colors are pretty. The master bedroom has a foam mattress topper that should also have a mattress pad for cleanliness. Overall, I would stay here again as the view is unmatched!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

On a Whim Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My wife and I took advantage of the Fall special for a quick getaway to Chelan. It was fun to enjoy Chelan during the winter as we’ve only been during summer. We experienced restaurants and shops that we hadn’t visited before. And as always, The Lookout was awesome!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Family Getaway!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We came for 3 nights - two couples and one 4 year old child. The house was much larger than we needed, but the view & community amenities were so worth it! We really enjoyed the indoor - outdoor flow of living in the house with the accordion doors to the deck. I’m the neighborhood we used the valet shuttle down to the beach, playground & swing-set, and even walked down to Vin du Luc for some wine tasting! We would definitely stay at On A Whim again, and in the Lookout in general. We found the ping pong table in the garage on our last day as we were leaving - so that will be on our list for next time! My only complaint, and so minor, was the toiletries provided, ie shampoo, conditioner, etc, were extremely difficult to open. So next time I will bring our own.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Over priced

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Many things didn't work. Missing items. Many rules that we followed but not enforced on others so parking was impossible. Beautiful spot. No privacy on decks and noise from neighbors was extreme.Contacted office many times but none of the above was ever corrected.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Property

This house is stunning. Perfect location with amazing views. Very clean and well thought out and the kitchen was outfitted with plenty of utensils and a variety of glassware for all your needs. The Sonos sound system was a huge plus as well! Only downfall of our stay was due to the homes being so close together and our neighbors were a bit noisy, but that was luck of the drawn. Everything else was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing view!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The place was amazing and exceeded our expectations. The view from the deck is breathtaking.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Richard, thank you for your stay and your kind review! We’re glad you and your family were here visiting On a Whim at The Lookout! The views from this home really are breathtaking. It’s truly an amazing home and we are happy you were able to enjoy all it has to offer. Thank you again for staying with us, we hope to see you back soon! Rosa, Guest Services
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