Lake houses in Lake Whatcom

Five stars all around! The Kissingfish Cottage had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable and memorable. We visited with out-of-town family who had never been to the San Juan Islands, and they were absolutely awe-struck—not only by the beauty of the island but also by the charm and comfort of the cottage itself. Every detail was perfect, from the cozy bedrooms to the well-equipped kitchen, the inviting living room, and the serene front and back porches. Thank you for making this lovely home available—it was the perfect setting for our getaway!

Julias airbnb on the lake was absolutely beautiful, and it was the perfect peaceful, weekend get away! Awesome location, awesome home, and an awesome host! I would definitely stay here again!

Amazing lake view! Everything matched the photos and descriptions. Perfect for a weekend getaway.

Our family is local to the area but we just wanted an escape from our day to day routine. Ana’s home was exactly what we needed to recoup and reconnect as a family. It was winter but some of us still got to enjoy the lake, hot tub, and sauna. We decided to extend our stay by one night and Ana was extremely helpful in make the accommodations work. The home and location is beautiful and a place we are excited to plan another trip to hopefully in the very near future. Thank you for sharing your home with us!

Thoughtful, simple decor that let us feel at home and left ample room for out stuff. Firm memory foam queen bed upstairs; twin beds downstairs probably best left to children. Stunning views with loads of sun and sometimes serious glare inside due to no curtains. Bring slippers, tile floors are pretty cold. Kitchen was great - full marks on pots, utensils, dishes and open cupboard space. Grounds and dock were lovely such that we felt comfortable walking around barefoot. Area was quiet. East side of the lake seems way more chill than the west. Worth the extra drive time. Overall great place - would love to come back!

It was a nice surprise to have AC in the unit. It was a very nice place to stay, very spacious and comfortable. It was kid friendly in that it had a highchair and playpen, but lots of fragile things. It had everything we needed for the kitchen and had lots of room to move around. I loved that there were so many comfy areas to hang out and that it's so close to the lake. It was a great place for our needs and I would consider returning.

Gorgeous property

We absolutely loved our stay at Jan’s place. Deer grazed daily in the front yard and the walk to cascade lake was wonderful and close. The house was so comfy and had everything we needed. It was such a treat to be on beautiful Orcas island and Jan helped so much with recommendations for restaurants, hikes, etc…. Our dog Mabel had the best time and is already wanting to return! This place is a true gem!!

Spent 10 nights as a solo writing retreat (with my wife joining me on the weekend). Perfect for this even in mid-November. Super livable small home, south-facing right on the lake, two lakeside wall almost all windows, so daylight was beautiful. Thought it might be cold inside in November but the house is snug; heats up nicely and there are no drafts. Brad and Lisa are excellent hosts: quick to respond, helpful and friendly. It’s abundantly clear how much they love the place. Lots of small but nice touches. And then there’s the lake. We stayed here in warm weather before and enjoyed swimming, paddle boarding and rowing. But even in cold weather the lake is a treat. Ducks, loons, sunrise sparkles, evening sunsets. I have only good things to say.

My fiancé and I had a wonderful time at Wayne & Nanette’s cabin! They are such kind people. We loved being able to go out on the kayaks & paddle boat, hanging with Hank & enjoying the view. We will definitely be back soon!!

Home was beautiful, in a beautiful location. We felt very safe there. They had plenty of supplies and fun things to do. Thanks!

The lake cabin has a beautiful private yard and private beach with picnic tables, fire pit and tons of boats to play with. Really beautiful view and comfortable cabin! The sunlight is so beautiful in the afternoons as it shines throughout and leaves you with a perfect sunset later! Great family fun time or quiet getaway for a couple.

This is the second of my stays with Ginny and Glen. This accommodation is spotless and the hosts are the best. I highly recommend their location especially for the view and how quiet the area is. I have a number of more weeks of work in the area and I will be looking to stay here again.

Our stay was absolutely amazing! My partner and I didn’t just rent an Airbnb we rented an experience. It’s something we’ll carry with us, and we’ll definitely be back for more. The place smelled fresh and clean, and it was clear the hosts put so much thought into every detail to make guests feel comfortable. Truly an unforgettable and honoring experience.

The place was exactly as described. Because the hosts regularly use the place for themselves, there was a lot of additional comforts that made it very livable. For example, the kitchen is very well stocked, the knives are sharp, there are lots of towels to use, and the backyard is a great extension of the living space. The location is central and private and everything is simple and easy to use (fireplaces, BBQ, hot tub, tv, music etc). Beds are comfortable enough and the outdoor space is great! There is a big outdoor dining table, outdoor lounge chairs for the firepit, and an awesome little covered outdoor living room with an additional firepit and TV. The shower and bathroom is really nice too! The communication with the hosts was not the most welcoming. They were concerned about the purpose of our trip and even went as far as to say that it is "not normal" for a group of 7 long-term friends to stay at Cultus lake. Hopefully they can show guests more trust in the future.

Great place to stay, clean and ready to live in. Loved our stay again this year and hope to be back again!

Cool Breeze is absolutely above and beyond! While we have stayed in cozy AirBnBs before, this place is simply amazing. We thoroughly enjoyed all the loving touches including a kitchen fully stocked with every tool you need to make a meal, the collection of vinyl records, and generally the charming cozy atmosphere of the house. Really appreciate how lovingly the hosts have put everything together, down to all the logistical details that made our stay very smooth. We certainly hope to stay again here sometime.

This house will make your trip to San Juan even more memorable. Barbara’s attention to detail amazed us, we kept discovering little things around the house, like a tray with games, additional blankets and pillows to stay cozy in the living room, flashlights in the nightstands to find your way around at night (it’s actually not needed since Barbara thought about motion lights around the house). If you want to feel being taken care of, Barbara’s place is highly recommended!

Bettina and Abe’s house was the perfect escape to Orcas for our small family. The location and view are absolutely stunning. The house is very comfortable and well designed. The presence of baby gear like a crib and high chair made traveling with our 10-month-old much easier than normal, and the open layout of the main area of the house was great because we could see him from everywhere. This exactly the kind of vacation home we’d hope to own one day!

This was our second stay at Sophia's place. The house met all of our needs, with plenty of space for everyone. The close proximity to the nature trails along the river was a big draw. We will definitely look to stay here again if our plans bring us back to Chilliwack!

This is the best place to stay in Bellingham. Renate is an amazing host, the apartment is very comfortable and has an amazing view over the Bay.

This was a perfect place for my dog and I while my home was being renovated. We did not use the basement area. Upstairs had beautiful views. Beach access was a bonus!

Had a wonderful mommy daughter weekend at this beautifully designed and modern cabin! Very clean, peaceful and relaxing. I really appreciate it when hosts supply kitchen items like basic spices (as I often forget to bring them!) We usually cook at the Airbnb’s we stay at and Brandon’s cabin had everything we needed. Pots and pans, cooking sheets, spices etc. Even a teapot! The hot tub was beautiful at night with the hanging lights and you can hear the river. Very private as well with screens and the fencing. This is a great place for a couples weekend, parent/child weekend, bestie getaway, or a single person looking to rest, recharge or maybe do some writing. We loved our stay! Both of us wished we could have stayed longer.

Great place to stay for a weekend at Mt Baker. Place was as advertised. Great price and host was flexible and friendly. Would stay here again!