Secluded Tree House Chalet

We’re Daniel and Heather, longtime Issaquah residents with a shared love of travel, design, nature, and welcoming people from around the world. Together, we’ve explored more than 100 countries and built and renovated four vacation homes.

Daniel is a retired software engineer whose adventures include spending an unforgettable year working at the South Pole. Heather is a singer, pianist, and cruise-ship headliner who has performed around the world and at legendary venues including Carnegie Hall and Jazz at Lincoln Center.

We’ve brought the spirit of our travels into each home, decorating with art, furnishings, and special pieces collected from around the world. Our travels and building projects have taught us that the most memorable stays combine comfort, thoughtful details, beautiful surroundings, and a genuine sense of welcome. We hope you’ll feel right at home during your stay.
Why they chose this property
We chose Squak Mountain for its beautiful surroundings and its ideal location near downtown Issaquah and close proximity to Seattle. The home sits on one and a half acres beneath towering 100-foot fir trees, where deer and other wildlife are frequent visitors. A koi pond, cascading waterfall, and gas fire pit create a truly one-of-a-kind setting in the heart of Issaquah.

The property is also close to all the site seeing in the Seattle area and several scenic trailheads, including the trail to Debbie’s View, where hikers are rewarded with a glorious view of Mount Rainier on a clear day.
What makes this property unique
Nature is woven into everyday life here at Chez Squak. We designed our homes to embrace the forest, with expansive windows that frame the trees, cedar decks that extend the living spaces outdoors, and peaceful areas to gather beside the koi pond, waterfall, and fire pit. Whether we’re watching deer pass through the property, listening to birds in the canopy, or enjoying the changing seasons, we never take the beauty of Squak Mountain for granted.