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'Emerald Lake' Studio -THE LEAVES ARE CHANGING COLORS!

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Lake
Property grounds
TV, fireplace, books
1 bedroom, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 256 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bellingham, WA
  • Lake Whatcom
    5 min drive
  • Whatcom Falls Park
    6 min drive
  • Bellis Fair Mall
    10 min drive
  • Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.)
    16 min drive

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About the area

Bellingham

On lake.At this Bellingham apartment, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Whatcom and 6 miles (10 km) of Whatcom Falls Park. Bloedel Donovan Park and Glen Echo Garden are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Whatcom - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Whatcom Falls Park - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Bellis Fair Mall - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Mount Baker Theatre - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Western Washington University - 12 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lafeen's Family Pride Donuts and Ice Cream - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

'Emerald Lake' Studio -THE LEAVES ARE CHANGING COLORS!

The leaves are changing colors and this is one of the most spectacular times to be at Emerald Lake Studio, because you are surrounded by the most beautiful scenery and you can still enjoy the water toys well into November/December, if the weather allows.

Nestled in the tranquil embrace of lakeside serenity, discover your haven away from the hustle and bustle, where every moment is a symphony of nature's beauty.

Indulge in the tranquil ambiance as you gaze upon the moon-kissed waters of the lake, or take leisurely strolls along its shores, immersing yourself in nature's splendor. Venture down to Mount Baker for thrilling adventures on the slopes, just a stone's throw away. Despite being a mere 10-minute drive from shopping and dining, you'll feel as though you've discovered a hidden gem nestled in the heart of nowhere.

This self-contained apartment offers the perfect blend of convenience and comfort, boasting sweeping vistas of the lake and surrounding woods. Minutes from Bellingham's vibrant restaurant scene and nightlife, as well as a short drive from Mount Baker's exhilarating slopes, adventure beckons at every turn.

Step inside to find a queen bed inviting you to unwind, a luxurious full bathroom with a jet tub for ultimate relaxation, and a well-appointed kitchenette equipped for culinary delights. Fire up the BBQ to sizzle up some delicious treats, then gather around the firepit for cozy evenings under the stars. With Wi-Fi and outgoing phone service available, staying connected is a breeze.

And for outdoor enthusiasts, your rental includes access to a canoe, kayaks, a pedal boat, and a private dock—perfect for basking in the sun or enjoying a leisurely fishing excursion on the lake (fishing season is May through October).

So leave your cares behind, embrace the tranquility of lakeside living, and let every moment become a cherished memory in this enchanting retreat.

The Chalet listed at VRBO #77136 can accommodate more persons. (Please visit the Chalet at VRBO #77136.)

Emerald Lake Studio is located on the lower level of the Chalet. There are times when both Chalet and Studio are rented, especially during the summer months. If you want complete quiet and privacy, you should book the whole house. We can usually offer a discount if you book the whole house, depending on the time of year.

The damage deposit will be released after your stay, as long as the rental is returned in good condition.*

*This is not a party house. Extra guests and/or special events must be cleared with the Owner in writing or you may lose your damage deposit.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

Essay by Susan F. - an 85 year old guest of the Studio:

…an aerie hanging in the treetops above a lake…

From the Lakeside dock:

Truly. Toad Lake has polliwogs.

A brown duck (which?) dashes for brush-cover. Two tiny ducklings follow her. (Are they really running across the surface?) They leave spidery wakes.

Dragonflies hover, dart. Butterflies flutter, alight, open, close. Yellow Irises cluster.

A woman suns on an inner-tube. A woman swims laps. A man, standing in the lake, plays fetch-a-stick with two paddling dogs.

A kayaker. Another kayaker with a fishing rod.

On the far shore, any time of day, people are fishing. Slanting light makes colors fluorescent: blue (beach chair), orange (vest), red (SUV), all repeated upside-down in the lake surface.

Bald eagles glide high above. Another raptor (which?) soars.

Swallows (which?) are skimming.

Robins and song sparrows are singing everywhere. More birdsong. (Whose?)

Timeless northwest forest trees that taper, are mirrored on the lake’s surface as wavering blocks of modern art.

Eight Canada geese form a flotilla and head to the far shore, reconnoiter on land, then slowly make their way to the small decaying raft beside us on the pier. They nibble at the covering of green growth and then depart. The geese have left the raft unstable. Untethered, it floats slowly into the middle of the lake. And then, where?

An alligator (?) with brilliant gold eyes drifts to the middle of the lake, then hides on the far side. He is retrieved by kayak, - that thrilling, life-size, plastic alligator head that was meant to keep the geese away.

From the Dwelling:

Look down on the top-feathers of swallows (which?), turned golden in the sun.

Catch sight of two young bucks with furred stubs of antlers strolling down the driveway.

Later, read by lamplight in chairs before the fireplace. One book can be passed between the two of you to share, reading aloud.

Sleep on a queen-size perfect mattress.

Brew morning coffee and take the morning easy in

an aerie hanging in the treetops above a lake

Property manager

Rosetta Klassen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Toaster oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • HDTV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golf privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Hunting nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Sledding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 600 sq ft (56 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 300 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: May be allowed in the Chalet
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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: May be allowed in the Chalet For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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'Emerald Lake' Studio -THE LEAVES ARE CHANGING COLORS! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 254 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 254 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 254 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 254 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 254 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
Wonderfully peaceful place! Loved all of the accommodations! * Would have been helpful if the address was lit as I arrived late and it was quite dark.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aja M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Emerald lake studio
What a fabulous cozy getaway from the city!! Lovely space with big windows and an amazing lake right outside to explore. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and spent the weekend very happy with the location as it is super close to Bellingham and very accessible from I-5. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view
I got this place so I could visit my son who lives nearby. When I arrived I was shocked at how beautiful the view was. The photos do not do it justice. It's a cute tiny clean little place with an amazing view. I just wasn't expecting that view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will stay there again
Beautiful property and view of Emerald Lake. Bed was a little too soft for us, but beautiful studio and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, comfortable
Easy to find, no problem parking or getting into the rental. Neat as a pin inside, beautiful view, comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Stay on Emerald Lake
This was my 4th time staying in the studio. I love this location and property. Always quiet and always beautiful. 10/10!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sirenity
Beautiful location. Studio was quite large, and decor is very nice. The lake is pretty much a few steps away. Enjoyed my stay at this little slice a heaven.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Amazing cabin and location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgette A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakehouse views
The best view of Toad lake and the best house in the neighborhood. Quiet and peaceful area. Waking up to the still calm lake was priceless 😌. Overall A+ stay, If we ever go back to Seattle this lake house is definitely worth the 2 hr drive... Also 2 hours into Vancouver! convendrive!.Also
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
A nice peaceful place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great location, quiet, loved the availability of kayaks, view was wonderful to wake up to, kitchen was well stocked, fireplace was cozy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake house stay
Such a beautiful, relaxing place to spend a week. We loved every minute of it!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Lake Vacation
The studio was perfect for our needs. It has a beautiful view of the lake which is essentially right outside the door and we could swim off the dock. The apartment is a good size for a couple. It was clean and very comfortable. We will definitely stay here the next time we come to Bellingham.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
We enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Glenn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
How ridiculous.
Key box did not work!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property, great location.
Came here for a couple days of fishing. The property is nice - exactly like the pictures. The location is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful bliss
We could not have enjoyed our stay more! The lake was serene and quiet except for the song of the bull frogs. It was by far the cleanest place I've ever stayed. The interior was done with high quality touches. The bed was comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much! As there is no stove in this unit, the only thing I could have wished for was a hot plate to boil water on.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darayl T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Get Away
The Host was very welcoming. It was our 45th Anniversary and she had a gift bag and a bottle of wine for our stay. Everything was very nice and clean. We stayed in the studio but there is a two bedroom apartment above the studio. We are thinking the property would be great for our family get away. We caught fish off the dock and it was serene.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely view of lake on wooded property
We enjoyed the quiet, natural setting and pretty views of the lake. We had one non-rain day and took the kayaks out which was lots of fun. Easy to go back and forth to Bellingham. Kitchen was pretty limited for full on meals but perfect for breakfast and coffee.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roshni D.

Liked: Cleanliness
One of my favorite stays ever!
Everything about our stay at Rosetta’s studio was amazing. It was clean, comfortable, and absolutely perfect for two. We will absolutely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic getaway with bald eagle neighbors
The studio and lake were just amazing. The studio was clean and well stocked with everything we needed (including extra blankets). It was obvious that Rosetta and her family cherish their getaway and want their guests to as well. The lake is gorgeous and we were lucky to see a pair of bald eagles a couple times, which was an amazing bonus. I would definitely recommend this rental to anyone and am planning on recommending it to my family in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
Absolutely beautiful and clean. We had an amazing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Vacation
Excellent location. Beautiful. Relaxing. Studio was perfect for me to visit family, the Puget Sound, & Mt Baker. Plus excellent WiFi for remote working. Awesome view of the lake and surrounding forest. Excellent host response when I mixed up the dates of my stay. Cleanliness of the studio was excellent! Looking forward to staying in the studio again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Lakeside Weekend
This was our third time staying at the studio. As always, it was clean and comfortable. There's nothing nicer than waking up in the morning and watching the ducks and geese on the lake while dinking a cup of coffee. Just watch out for the alligator!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Vicky d., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty, quiet, but inaccurate description
Lovely quiet dark spot on pretty Toad Lake. Clean and comfy. Conveniently located just NE of city. When I arrived, the fire was on full blast (90 setting on thermostatic control) so I had to open door/windows. Heat from the unit above kept it too hot for me at night, 70 or so, and cycling furnace blower woke me. Property manager stayed over in upper unit on my first night, and his pot smoke permeated my sleeping area (studio not 1bedroom) via air/heat vents from unit above. I’m allergic so had to get up and open windows on 35F cold night. Owner requests keeping outside light on for security, which makes it too bright for sleep, and one small window near bed has no coverings to block security lighting at night, so visitors may want to bring a sleep mask. Description of unit (“kitchen”, “kitchenette”) is also inaccurate or misleading. No stove or oven, just fridge, sink, microwave, toaster oven, electric fry pan that doesn’t work. Must use outdoor grill (down the stairs) for any stovetop type cooking, not practical in cold or rainy weather. Kitchen faucet was still leaking into sink and cupboard below sink even after previous guest’s review that reported leak. (Property manager asked me to empty dishpan set to catch water from leak.) Fragranced linens - too much fragrance for me. Parking is limited, and spaces are small, so a bigger vehicle could be a challenge. All else was as described.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024