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Lakefront and Kayak (1 bedroom unit)

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Exterior
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Lakefront and Kayak (1 bedroom unit)

Charming lakefront home built in 1903 as a boys gymnasium, converted into 12 separate apartment units in the 1950 s. This one bedroom unit, is located on the 2nd floor with spectacular views.

Originally a gymnasium for a boys school, this charming 12-unit apartment complex, sits on a spacious lakefront lot (close to 1 acre property), in a residential neighborhood. This unit is on the 2nd floor, no elevator and can sleep 3. It has a bedroom with a Queen bed and 1 bathroom. Unit has a living room with a small kitchen and dining area. The living room has a sofa that converts into a double bed.

This unit has fantastic views and all the comfort of a home. No elevator. The fully equipped kitchen includes a gas stove, toaster, coffee maker (coffee, tea, hot chocolate), microwave and a fridge. Pancake mix and basic cooking necessities (oil, some spices) are provided for your convenience. There is a deck, on the 2nd floor right outside the unit with amazing views. Paddleboard, kayaks and canoe can be used to relax on the lake and watch the sunset or get some exercise.

There is a lot of wildlife to enjoy on the lake, it is open for fishing during season. You may enjoy seeing ducks and eagles as you enjoy the lake from the dock.

Property manager

Renu Patten

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Lakefront Kayak

About the area

Map
Tacoma, WA

What's nearby

  • Joint Base Lewis-McChord - 10 min drive
  • Pacific Lutheran University - 10 min drive
  • Tacoma Mall - 10 min drive
  • Tacoma Dome - 13 min drive
  • Emerald Queen Casino - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Lakewood Station - 4 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Burs Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront and Kayak (1 bedroom unit) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront and Kayak (1 bedroom unit) ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront and Kayak (1 bedroom unit) ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront and Kayak (1 bedroom unit) located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Steven A Cohen Military Family Clinic and within 3 miles (5 km) of St. Clare Hospital and Fort Steilacoom Dog Park. Stina's Cellars and Lakewold Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Lakefront and Kayak (1 bedroom unit) Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colette J., Munster, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit to see our daughter
The property is lovely. Being right on the lake is wonderful, we had bonfires and used the canoe, the lake is clean. It's in a quiet neighborhood with close by amenities. The unit, house is old, but we love that old charm and it was clean. Our onsite host Roshon was very nice and answered any questions we had. We will definitely be coming back to visit our daughter and would stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Asha A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall great quiet location right on the lake! There isn’t a hot tub on the property (which I thought there was based on the posting). WiFi doesn’t work so plan on using data. Kitchen was lacking some basics like salt. It was
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Connie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Check in confusion
Really confusing check in system - with 2 apparent locks, but only one lock being used. I was told someone would be there to check me in and she just wasn't available, despite many messages. So we just were mostly on our own. She did eventually come help us out a bit. Bottom line, be prepared to just kind of figure things out yourself. The listing promises cable and streaming. There was none of that. And not even the basic channels worked. I did point that out to the woman helping us and eventually she brought us a brand new Firestick that we had to set up. Other than that - it was a lovely stay. Really. The water is very accessible and there were plenty of water toys. Very easy access to the Lakewood mall. Lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Amanda W.

No air conditioning
I came from Texas where air conditioning is a necessity. So you can imagine how felt when I finally was able to find my room was in town for a wedding. I did not know that most places did not have air conditioning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
We were in town to help a family member move and foind this great apartment right on Steilacoom lake. Everything thing we nneded and more. Only wish we were able to enjot the apartment more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dean C.

Great get away spot!
We love coming to this spot. The lake is gorgeous and the property is well kept.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It doesn't get any better than this spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori G., Chico

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Steilacoom VRBO
Beautiful location on a pristine for an exceptionally reasonable price. The only downside is that the access instructions and Wi-Fi instructions were not accurate or current. They described a lock box with keys when it was actually a keyless entry. The Wi-Fi usernames were listed times five but none of them matched. So we just used our data, otherwise I would stay here anytime I’m up here to visit family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
The Manager was very accommodating and we absolutely love the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the lake. Shopping and food are close.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Getaway
I enjoyed my stay, my room was clean and the view of the lake from my window was beautiful. The property was quiet and peaceful. Everything I needed was available.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakefront getaway
We needed a home base while visiting adult children in the PNW. The location is very accessible to highways. The beauty of this place is hard to describe. The lake and terraces leading away from this classic apartment building are stunning. Wonderful small touches made us feel welcomed. Nice shampoos and towels. A new sponge for doing dishes. A well equipped kitchen. And a comfy futon to lay down on in the evening to watch the playoffs. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
We enjoyed this place. The antiques are a really nice touch and it's a comfortable place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

trisha d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakefront & kayak
Grounds are lovely, our unit was clean & well appointed - rustic in look but with upgrades for comfort, esp. Kitchen & bath.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Paula G.

Needs some attention
I think some addition to detail could be used to place this property on top. I provided some input to host that was professionally addressed and for that I appreciate the effort of the host. Could be a 5*** with a bit more attention and with clearer instructions on operations. Small changes to include water pressure and temp of water in kitchen. Host was very receptive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Glenn H.

Too small
The property is old, in need of work. Very small bathroom and bedroom. Very thin walls, nice kitchen and living room was ok.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

CeWanda s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home for the holidays cozy yet cold!
One I lived in Washington my whole life I've never would have thought that Lakewood had that little honeycomb hideaway . I would love to visit again in the warmer season to have access to that beautiful lake I've recently moved to Texas and Texas has absolutely no water. I said all that to say you get the total ambiance of the Great Northwest at this property The people leave you alone it's a great spot for writing . Or finding solitude for self-care I enjoyed my stay! I would recommend this to anyone . Five stars hands down if you like peace and quiet
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Toni T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place
We needed a place to stay while visiting family in the area and hotels were way too expensive. This served its purpose well but a few things could be improved. The place had an odd smell to it; perhaps because it’s old and it may sit empty for long periods of time. The entrance is around back and up outside stairs- this needs to be explained in the ad. It was very difficult to find in the dark and once we did we couldn’t get in with the code provided. We had to wait about 10 minutes for the property manager to arrive - we were given the wrong code. Also, the furniture is old and very uncomfortable, except for the recliner which was ok. The mattress was also very uncomfortable. Even with all these complaints, the place is in a great location and has some charm to it. The property manager did get quarters to me in a very timely manner and provided laundry detergent which I thought was very nice!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Skye P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and peaceful
We loved being able to sit by the lake and enjoy all the amenities included. Was close enough to the Tacoma dome we had no problems attending a concert during our stay and enjoyed the quiet later back neighborhood after
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori G., Chico

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely scenic location
Nestled in an upscale neighborhood in the giant evergreens and on a beautiful lake. Enjoyed the kayak rides several times. Very close to multiple shopping opportunities at Town Center. Kitchen fully stocked
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we pulled up we were greeted by the care taker who showed us the property and what it had to offer. Was a great get away for my brothers wedding.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Steven V.

Unit rundown
Have stayed their two previous summers and were quite satisfied. But this summer stayed in different unit and was not impressed. Floors needed sanding and woodwork replaced or painted. Also Ron told us this year we could not have our son and family visit us as we did previous two summers. New policy. But then other unit had guests allowed. Double standard.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023