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Lakeside Family Home on Cranberry Farm!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Lake House from front driving in.
Ramp to front door from driveway.
Lake inlet and dock. Intake area for cranberry 
pumps. Garage is not for renters
Outdoor dining
Back porch looking west at Sandridge Rd.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Cape Disappointment State Park
  • Place, Port of Ilwaco
  • Place, Long Beach Boardwalk
  • Airport, Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakeside Family Home on Cranberry Farm!

On the peaceful back road at the southern end of the Long Beach Peninsula, this home sits right beside Black Lake and a 60 acre cranberry farm. It is a mile north of the river-port city of Ilwaco, and a mile east of the Pacific Ocean. Starting here you can follow the back road for 26 miles along Willapa Bay to the northern tip of the Peninsula at Leadbetter Point.

This is a NON-SMOKING house. The kitchen is bright, and fully-equipped. The dining room table seats up to 10. There are three bedrooms, each with queen bed. One room has a TV. The master bedroom has a private bathroom with step-in shower. A tub/shower is in the bathroom near the other two bedrooms. The living room with cathedral ceiling is spacious and airy, with a small game room at one end opening onto a lanai. The private back yard and patio is ideal for a picnic or BBQ as you sit surrounded by giant spruce trees beside the 33 acre lake.

Walk along the dikes by the cranberry bogs and check out the crop. If you’re quiet, you might see an occasional bear or deer passing through. Go for a short 2-mile walk around the lake, or just walk one-half mile to the public boat launch. Spot an osprey in its nest, a bald eagle soaring overhead, a beaver, a great blue heron, or a momma deer with her newborn fawn. Explore the lake by kayak, canoe or small electric-motorized craft. Come in the summer and enjoy this outdoor oasis or come in the winter and watch the winter storms blow across the lake. Anytime it's a cozy place to curl up with a good book and get away from it all.

About five miles north of the house is the Cranberry Museum on Pioneer Rd. There you can learn about the history of the cranberry industry on the West Coast and shop for many exciting cranberry food items and unique gifts.
The Peninsula's three rural cities boast fine art galleries, shops, restaurants, four museums, pubs, hiking trails, lots of antique stores, and charter fishing. Visit two historic lighthouses at Cape Disappointment State Park, or the wonderful 8.5 mile Discovery Trail, the perfect place for biking or walking. The trail starts at the Port of Ilwaco and follows the path Lewis and Clark walked along the Washington Coast. Go beach combing,horseback riding from the Long Beach approach, or take a walk on the 3/4 mile boardwalk over the dune grass. The area offers many great photo opportunities all within a 5 mile radius of the lake house.

Whether you're hanging out with family or a group of friends, or planning a quiet getaway, this little home on Black Lake is perfect as a headquarters from which to explore. Come have a relaxed, fun time on the coast!


Keywords: house, lake, patio, trails, cranberry farm, quiet, back road, hiking, relax
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please pick up after your pets. Do not leave pets unattended in the house.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ilwaco

Located in Ilwaco, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lewis & Clark National Historical Park and Cape Disappointment State Park, while Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum and World Kite Museum are cultural highlights. Long Beach Carnival Park and Adelaide's Books and Coffee 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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Ilwaco, WA

What's nearby

  • Cape Disappointment State Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Port of Ilwaco - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Long Beach Carnival Park - 3 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Long Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Cape Disappointment Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Astoria, OR (AST-Astoria Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cravn Caffeine - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Seaview Biscuit Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lost Roo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Castaways Seafood Grille - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Family Home on Cranberry Farm! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Family Home on Cranberry Farm!?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Family Home on Cranberry Farm!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Family Home on Cranberry Farm! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum, Long Beach and Lewis & Clark National Historical Park. Cape Disappointment State Park and Port of Ilwaco are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 181 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 201 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was nice, easy to find, close to town but quite, great view, place was clean. We will be booking this place again if available next year when we come down.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

Enjoyed our stay again. Can't wait to be back!

Grear spot for family trip!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

leslie w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
it was quiet and plenty sitting areas for the six of us, a beautiful view of the lake from the back of the house. it was a comfy home
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROLF K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved everything about this property. It was very clean, spacious, had privacy and was right next to Black Lake. The owners are very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Used the house as home base for a tuna charter fishing trip. Check in was very easy, the owners live across the street and introduced themselves when we pulled in. In addition to an informational sheet, they said if we need anything just ask. Location is gorgeous! Small lake on one side, cranberry bogs on the other. Less than 5 minutes to Longbeach beach access, Longbeach shopping and Ilwaco marina.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

70's Throwback

This place has a peaceful setting. We had a very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

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

Trip with Dad

This place was perfect for our group. The location was peaceful and serene, yet just a few minutes drive to dining and entertainment. The manager was responsive and friendly! Hope to come back to visit again one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

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

Ilwaco

Family members enjoyed their time
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue N.

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

Great property and location!

The home is just a short couple-minute drive from Long Beach. It was clean, just the right size with room for everyone, quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed our stay immensely and will look to stay here again when we are back in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

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

Cran-tastic!

Our family had a wonderful 3-night stay. The house was very clean and spacious, and had everything we needed. The location was great too- what a unique experience to stay on a cranberry farm!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Belinda C.

Awesome

Excellent place to vacation, minutes away from the beach. Felt as if I was back at grandmas, thank you for a wonderful accommodations.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

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

Great family gathering!

This place was perfect for our Christmas gathering. The front door ramp access and grab bars in one bedroom and bathroom were great for my elderly parents. The kitchen was stocked with plenty of tools, cookware and dishes. The host was friendly and even provided a small Christmas tree! I also loved all the art on the walls and my husband enjoyed playing the organ. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viktor M.

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

Nice

It was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Perfect ocean getaway

Ardell and Malcolm are so wonderful to share their historic family cranberry farm, Thank you. It is perfectly located to spend a day discovering Cape Disappointment, exploring Seaview and Long Beach or even taking a short drive to Cannon Beach and Haystack Rock. We love staying here and always wish we could stay longer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Second Time Staying Here

If it wasn't good, we would not have come back. Great place and location. Feels like home when you walk in. Really good location close to the beach, Long Beach and the town of Ilwaco. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler W.

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

What a nice place to stay

We loved it here. It was perfect for our family (5 adults and 1 kiddo). The place was clean and homey feeling. Super cool location too. It was very quiet and had a great feeling. It sure beats staying at hotels! Would totally come back again and stay at this same place. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Perfect Retreat

Second time in this home and I believe it only got better.. We had more time to relax and take it all in. Very quiet home on the lake with everything you could ask for and wonderful owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raeann I.

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

Very clean

We were very happy staying here. Everything was clean. So close to Long Beach. The kitchen was well stocked with pots, pans dishes, etc. We enjoyed the view of the lake and the deer who can to visit. The only problem we had is the tall men in our family kept hitting their heads on the top of the doorways.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

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

Sweet and homey

We chose this property for both location and being pet friendly. We were not disappointed. Ardell and Malcolm own the cranberry farm and live just across the street. Very friendly folks. We walked the trails surrounding the lake where the house is, Black Lake, and even saw beautiful swans. The house is a manufactured home, with lots of local art and sweet decor. Very homey. Easy access to the beach towns, state parks and beaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Terri & Milo W.

Very Nice

We found the property to be well located in the area and everything was clean and tidy. With just the two of us, we only used one bedroom - but it was comfortable and cozy. The living room chairs were comfortable and the cable TV was fine - although without a guide you had no way of knowing any upcoming programs. Through no fault of the owners the furnace went out on the second day of our stay, and with the temps reported to be getting down to 20* that night, we decided to cut our stay short. The owner (Ardell) was very gracious and refunded our $$ for the time not used. We would stay there again if traveling to that area.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

Great for the price

Four of us stayed at the house for a week. The owners were very nice and accommodating. Great chance to wander around a cranberry farm. House showed normal wear and tear for being a family home. Great space for multiple couples. Cooking options were great. Sitting out on the dock for morning coffee couldn't be beat. Internet access was iffy but not our highest priority on vacation. Close to lots of local options but not in the middle of the city noise. Fishing right out the back door. Hiking close by. It would be the first place I would call if I were going back to this area for extended time. Quick refund of damage deposit also.

4/10 Poor

David P.

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

Black Mold

We had to leave the property because we found black mold in one of the bedrooms. My wife has health issues and my 78 year old mom was coming to stay with us too, but we had to leave this property for health concerns. There were no other places except for a hotel and it ended up costing me 2800.00 in room stays for 5 days, because this trip was planned for a long time and we had family traveling a long way. I was covering room and board for the whole family at this vacation rental. I kept my word with the family and covered the hotel cost. This was the first vacation my family has taken in over 7 years. The property was beautiful and a good location, wish this didn't happen. No word from VRBO on this matter yet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Nice place. Very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All the comforts of home. This place took us back to the time when we would stay at mom's house. Great house with large back yard for our dog to roam, located on cranberry farm. The hosts were just across the road and very hospitable. We were given free range to walk the dukes of the cranberry blogs and were there sitting harvest season. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean! It worked perfectly for us! VERY HOMIE! Made you feel like you were home!! They were the nicest people!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Ardell McPhail

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I live across the street from this house on a cranberry farm with my husband and our two cats. We are the only two residences on the north end of Black Lake. My husband and I have had rental property for many years. We've been farming cranberries for 30 years after careers as educators. We'd love to share my folk's home with you, and help acquaint you with our wonderful area.

Why they chose this property

This house belonged to my folks for 20 years. The property is on our cranberry farm. With a vacation rental, we can still block out times for family and relatives to come visit and stay in the house. We know you'll enjoy the house and the area!

What makes this property unique

The house is cozy and bright. It's fun to sit on the patio and watch the geese and other birds on the lake in the spring and summer. In winter, the wind and rain whips the lake water into waves. It's nice to be inside looking out. There is always some kind of activity on the cranberry farm year around. Watch the sprinklers during spring frost season or irrigating in the summer. Cranberry harvest in October is a particularly picturesque time.

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