Is Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

Where is Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly. located?

Located in Ames Lake, this guesthouse is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Tolt MacDonald Park and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Snoqualmie River. Camp Korey at Carnation Farm and Beaver Lake Off-Leash Dog Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Waterfront living on a quiet lake. Pet Friendly. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

10 July 2025

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

The property is amazing and absolutely beautiful. I love that there are several different options as to where to sit outside (patio, yard bench overlooking the lake, the fire pit on the lake and the lake dock. Tooling around the lake on the pontoon was relaxing (and I'm not a water person). My family loved fishing off the pontoon as well as jumping off of it into the water with our dog. Kim was a fabulous host. Answered my texts promptly and was very accommodating. Kim you have a heart of gold to open your home to folks to allow them to experience the slice of heaven you get to experience daily. I would definitely book again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri R.

15 July 2025

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

This place is really awesome. The owner was very helpful. The lake was clean and the property provided life jackets, a paddle boat and had a boat for rent. We spent a week and and would go back again. Just a few things- nothing negative just be aware you will need some good backing skills for the driveway. It’s totally doable but for our big SUV, it was a little tight. And- if you plan to spend some time and use this as a base camp- please do yourself a favor and plan at least one lake day. The lake is absolutely gorgeous and the doc area that’s provided has a place for campfire hotdogs and smores.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

liz C.

11 November 2024

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

PERFECT FOR 2 OR A FAMILY OF 8 OR MORE

My daughters family came to visit. . . We had room for my partner and I, daughter, son in law and grand daughter and visiting other family members. Beds, dining, kitchen, games, TV, fireplace, boats, dock, firepit. . . . all add up to an awesome time to enjoy each other!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

27 July 2024

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

Fun Place to Stay on a Work Trip

Five of us from my small business in Montana traveled over for gymnastics training at our Region 2 Congress. The Ames Lake house was a fun and relaxing place to stay. Even though we were gone and busy all day, we liked sitting on the dock in the evening, and the kitchen was adequate for cooking our breakfasts and dinners. We slept well. Thanks for a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

6 August 2024

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

Great stay!

Kim has great communication. We arrived really late and in the dark and there was some confusion on our part of a locked door (figured out later it was locked on the outside but not inside) and Kim came out and helped us get in. She’s a gem! The basement apartment is dated but it reminded me of staying at a family’s home. For what it is and where it’s at, it’s pretty great. The little lake adds to the charm.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nita S.

13 August 2021

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

Really a magical place. The lake was beautiful.

My family had such a great time at the lake. The house was spotless. Very informative owner. We had use of the dock and boat. And spent most of our time there. Well stocked and caring. Really didn’t want to leave.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Mary G.

28 June 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

more of a camp

This place seemed more of a camp than an apartment. Being in the basement, it was cold and damp even with a dehumidifier. There was a damp smell that we tried to cover up with air fresheners. Kim was a very nice and accommodating host.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Michael H.

6 October 2019

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

Peace and quiet in a busy area.

It has been some time since we were in the Seattle area and were amazed at how much the area has grown and how congested it always seems to be. We were looking for something off the beaten path not too far from Seattle, and Ames Lake fit the bill. The lake is small (about 80 acres), quiet, and lovely. We enjoyed unusually nice weather while in the Seattle area in early October, sunny, and a little cool, and sitting by the lake enjoying some wine was the perfect way to end our busy days. The rental itself is a lower level walkout, with private living quarters above. It is spacious and clean. As someone else mentioned in a review, the carpet could use replacing, but that certainly didn't create any problems for us. We had some friends in the area who decided to join us at the last minute, and the ability to bring their two dogs made it possible for them to come along as well. If you are looking for something really upscale, this isn't the place for you, otherwise you'll enjoy what this rental offers at an affordable price.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

Amber S., Indianapolis, IN

30 March 2023

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Ants Everywhere

We knew from the photos and reviews that this property is very dated, and that was fine with us, but the unexpected ant issue was really terrible. Over the week, we killed HUNDREDS of very large black ants in EVERY room of the apartment. I bought ant traps the first day we were there (what a lovely way to start a vacation!) and asked the host to also address the issue. She said previous guests had left "crumbs" everywhere, but the ants were in every single room of the apartment, not just the kitchen. It was gross. I absolutely would have sought out an alternate place to stay except I figured I would never get my money back from VRBO and we just could not afford to double down for a hotel all week. In addition, the bathtub and bathroom sink drained very slowly, and the kitchen sink faucet was broken such that it would only stay on if it was at full blast, or it shut itself off. When guests refer to the apartment as "dated," it's things like the one toilet being round (not elongated as most are now) and low to the ground that you will really notice. It was also very cold in the apartment. The thermostat was controlled by the main house upstairs, so we could not control it. We texted the host immediately upon arrival asking that it be turned up as it was 59 degrees in the apartment. The gas fireplace was a wonderful source of heat but only for the main room/kitchen. The bedrooms were cold. I would not allow a child to sleep in the top bunk of the bunkbed because the floor below is cement with various pieces of remnant carpet on it. It would be a very hard fall if someone rolled out of the bed. My sons did use the paddleboat and that was fun until we noticed that a crack in the bottom that had been previously sealed was leaking, so we did not allow them to use it again since the boom was taking on water on one side. This house sits on a pretty lake in a very nice location, quite convenient to Seattle. It was quiet and private as advertised. It is also very spacious. I was grateful for the washer and dryer. It was dated and not fancy, but I expected that for the price and I was totally fine with that. The ant situation was terrible and really made it hard to enjoy our time in the space. It was not relaxing.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

charles b.

28 July 2025

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

Great location on the lake and well located for the wedding we were attending in Monroe. Reasonably well equipped kitchen. For 4 or more only 1 bathroom can lead to a queue but it’s hardly a major issue. 6 nights. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

RAJENDRA B.

28 May 2025

Liked: Communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Good location, great host but the property is dated

The good: Great location- right on a beautiful lake. The host provides access to boats. Kim is very helpful, and easy to reach. The house is in a nice little community- good place to relax with family/friends, hike, boat, etc. The appliances seemed to be working fine. There was hot water. The not so good: The property is very old with a weird layout. There is unsecured storage area in one side of the property. Everything in the house is very dated. The written instructions by owner for sleeper couch literally said it can slice through sheets. Coffee mugs were dirty. No dishwasher.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

29 April 2025

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

Relaxing space with beautiful views

Kim was a fantastic host. Super responsive to any questions or rental info. The house is spacious and clean. We loved the garden and lake access. A very relaxing atmosphere!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Julien and Shannon A.

23 November 2024

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

Thankful stay

We are so grateful for finding Kim’s place For us to retreat to with power and WiFi during the crazy PNW cyclone with our family and dog. Kim was so kind and very flexible with us and we are thankful! Ames lake is a little gem we didn’t know about.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

20 November 2024

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

Comfy respite on Ames Lake

We stayed here while we had work done on our house nearby. Not fancy but perfect if you want a comfortable, low-key place that's big enough to handle a group or family (with dogs!). Ames Lake is a sweet little lake with no motor traffic—ideal for kiddos on a hot afternoon or a quiet morning/evening on the dock. Easy access to Carnation/Remlinger Farm, Woodinville, Snoqualmie, and the Cascades. If you want fussy, resort-style living, keep looking. For what we needed, this is a five-star spot: clean, private, spacious, well-stocked, and priced right. We were there for a wet and chilly week in November—naturally!—and were toasty and comfortable. Kim is an attentive host, communicative, but not in your way. Happy to recommend.

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

9 October 2024

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

seattle visit

property was perfect for our needs. quiet and calm. It was a good spot.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

3 October 2024

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

Perfect Family Stay!

Quiet and serene location! Space has everything we needed. Owner was very kind and responsive. Accurate description and photos. Plenty of space for our family of 6. Would love to stay again! Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tami M.

24 September 2024

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

Quiet and peaceful right on the water

Loved the stay. It was so nice and relaxing.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

15 September 2024

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

Perfect

We loved our stay. The house is very comfortable, quiet and private. Access is very easy, thanks to Kim's precise instructions. The location is incredible, with the lake just a few meters away. We'd love to live here!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

MEGHAN O.

26 August 2024

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

Quick summer getaway

This property was amazing, lots of room and fully stocked. Grocery store 9 min drive away. Quiet lake and lovely. Kim was a wonderful host.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

flora t.

17 August 2024

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

Lovely lake and privacy

We enjoyed our stay! Spotlessly clean, and the lake is beautifully tucked away so you feel like you're out in the middle of nowhere, but really only 20 minutes drive to many grocery stores and restaurants. Kim, the host, was very communicative, and she lives on the upper floor, so if we needed her she was right there, yet, she also let us have our privacy. We enjoyed the paddle boat and decided to rent the pontoon--and we also did a bit of fishing--really enjoyed our time at this house. A few things I think should be noted about the space--These are not necessarily negatives, but just good FYI: --If you're sharing the space with another family make sure you know them well as the master bedroom's patio door is the main entrance/exit to the lake. There is a second entrance, but that space was filled with construction remnants and dust, so with kids we opted to just go thru the master bedroom's patio door. --The single bathroom has two doors (one from the master and the other from the hallway and neither doors lock). --The kids' bedroom and the extra room are linked--you have to go thru the kids' room to get to that extra bedroom. Both of these rooms leaned on the colder/darker side, as I think this might have been a converted garage space. --There are two, short sets of stairs to get to the dock/lake. They are relatively steep. Because of this those that have mobility issues or aging parents may have a hard time.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leesa C.

14 August 2024

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

Perfect lakefront getaway

Very cool, vintage vibe with plenty of room and nice amenities. It was amazing to be deep in the trees on a lakefront with a fantastic dock and lovely fire pit. Our host was wonderful - very responsive and accommodating. The pontoon boat, pedal boat and floaties made for great lake fun! We had friends and family visit us every day and everyone loved the place. Truly a unique setting so close to the city. We highly recommend this getaway!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel S.

8 August 2024

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

Dog Friendly Digs

This is a beautiful property with anazing views from the windows and right on the lake. The owners live on the property but in a different wing of the house and they were very helpful and friendly.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

DARLENE D.

1 August 2024

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

Old, musty possible mold unable to stay

When I first walked in, I smelled the musty possible mold. Old, 1970s or older carpet. One room had pieces of carpet, concrete showing thru. No AC, property owner has in welcome book to close up during day and open slider at night, slider is off bedroom, screen doesn't fit so 2' of opening not covered by screen mosquitos and bugs come thru. Other people in private area, including dogs. Only reference to animals were chickens. The lake is down steep steps, lawn was not mowed and the septic was right at the patio and the sewage smell was unbearable. I would stay far from choosing this property unless you like old, musty/mold smelling place and don't need a/c. Tried to get refund but property owner only gave the cleaning fee back. This property should be inspected for for mold prior to rental. Even my Respiratory therapist friend said it is a health hazard. Renter beware. The lake view is not accurate as the trees and greenery block it. The bench is old and rickety to sit on. Sad that I couldn't get a refund. I found a great place in Issaquah that took me that night cheaper then this musty, old possible mold place cost. Brian in Issaquah is great!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

28 July 2024

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

Great place to unwind

Loved staying here. Enjoyed fishing for a few hours and catching 6 fish. Got yo relax and just be lazy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey H.

19 July 2024

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

Lovely lake getaway

We loved our stay!!! The lake is gorgeous and easy access from the home down some stairs. We rented the pontoon boat and had a blast seeing all the beautiful properties surrounding the lake. We fed the chickens fresh fruit daily, my toddler LOVED it!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

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