Cozy Lakeside Home Near Seattle And Airport
4.5
Excellent(34 Reviews)House in Burien, WA
5 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
Cozy home on a peaceful (no-motor) lake. Burien is a young city about 10-minutes outside of Seattle, Washington. It has 6 miles of coastline, unique restaurants and neighborhood bars. Around our corner is Olde Burien- gelato, library, intimate restaurants, chill at the local bar. Minutes from Seatac Airport, Seattle (15 minutes), Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square, Waterfront, West Seattle. Why drive? Take the local light rail into the city!
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Burien, WA
Reviews
4.5
Excellent(34 Reviews)4.5
The home wasn't being taken care of very well. The view of the lake from the living room was marred due to two of the windows were in ill repair. The master shower could have been much cleaner than it was, for lighting in the third bedroom there were stringed lights which would have been ok but 1/3 of the lights were out, there was no curtain for the window in that room and the mattress was so thin that you could feel the bedframe slats. There were ant traps in the kitchen, the cookware was worn out and needed to be replaced. The front yard and front porch were in desperate need of a cleanup. We didn't have children with us. There was a nice little play area in the living room but, the bookshelf was very unstable, it could be hazardous to a child.
4.5
We had a fantastic stay, was great to be right on the lake, and the owner was very responsive.
4.5
Beautiful location, convenient for our grandkids. Noted that the playground shown in the ad is no longer there.
4.5
Each day was special as it started by walking out the back door to visit Lake Burien. What a great home and community! We look forward to returning.
4.5
This place was so cute; the neighborhood, the lake, the ducks, all of it. We had plenty of room w 4 adults staying there. The kitchen was adequately equipped for eating and some cooking so that was nice. The check in and check out process was a breeze.
4.5
4 of 5 of the siblings met for a much needed reunion. All Highline High School graduates from the years 60, 65, 67 and 71 (67 unable to attend) Our little town of Burien has changed dramatically since we were residents. We enjoyed the revitalize town and High School, each of holding on to our memories of what once was.
4.5
We truly enjoyed our stay here. It was conveniently located for our stay prior to going on our cruise out of Seattle. There are many choices for eating nearby, about 15 mins from Sea-Tac Airport, but also far enough away that you feel like you're secluded.
4.5
House worked well for us, to explore downtown Seattle and Mt Rainier! It’s a quiet area and backing onto a lake is amazing. We had a great kayak on the lake one evening with beautiful pics of the sun setting. The gas stove was nice to cook on. There are plenty of local stores along with grocery shopping near by. Would definitely recommend this house.
4.5
The house location and classic lake house feeling is so relaxing. We loved eating by the lake and enjoyed walking downtown. Many options for dining out and a small town feel. The house is spacious and peaceful. My child enjoyed the kids corner with books and toys. We also enjoyed the wide selection of board games and outdoor equipment. Many family memories made!
4.5
Lovely property but several lights out i the ceiling. Light switches were hard to coordinate with the lights. For a property on the lake there were no beach towels. Towels and dishes were sparse. There
was a nice place to sit at the lake and the kayak and peddle boat were great. I would rent this property again. Very relaxing place in a great location!
4.5
The house is in a nice location and has a really nice living room looking out over the lake. But basic things are not so good. Shower in main bathroom gets floor all wet. Faucets are loose. Woke up to a puddle in the master bedroom - maybe the roof is leaking? Guest bedroom had dog hair on the blankets. Kitchen is quite nice though. Bottom line is that it’s a charming cabin in poor repair.
4.5
Charming but not well maintained
The house is in a nice location and has a really nice living room looking out over the lake. But basic things are not so good. Shower in main bathroom gets floor all wet. Faucets are loose. Woke up to a puddle in the master bedroom - maybe the roof is leaking? Guest bedroom had dog hair on the blankets. Kitchen is quite nice though. Bottom line is that it’s a charming cabin in poor repair.
4.5
Lake Burien Thanksgiving
A great time...Great location...Enjoyed the fireplace by the lake...Close to Seattle...Great walking area...Thank you.
4.5
Absolutely perfect
The feel of staying at a remote lake house with all of the amenities. Absolutely wonderful.
4.5
great stay
The property was wonderful - very spacious inside, cozy and direct access to the most awesome secret lake. Very central to all things south Seattle, walking distance to Old Town Burien with lots of dining and drinking options. Loved it - thank you!
4.5
Staycation in Burien right on the Lake!!!!
Burien Lake is absolutely gorgeous! We live within a few blocks of this property. Initially, we booked it for my in-laws to have there own place while we visited, but they canceled and we decided to keep the booking. I'm glad we did. The lake is private and there is no public access, so it meant a lot to us to be able to enjoy it. The house was clean and comfortable. We were happy with the rental and would stay again for sure!
4.5
Enjoyed the lake and the convenient location to Burien Center. We were visiting for the 1 year opening anniversary of Logan Brewing which is run by my daughter and her boyfriend and the house was a 2 min drive or 10 min walk to there.
4.5
Had a lovely time
Enjoyed the lake and the convenient location to Burien Center. We were visiting for the 1 year opening anniversary of Logan Brewing which is run by my daughter and her boyfriend and the house was a 2 min drive or 10 min walk to there.
4.5
We loved this house, the view, the property, the location, and the cabana. It was a comfortable and roomy, with plenty of private space for me to work. I would definitely recommend this rental, and would stay here again.
4.5
Loved this peaceful retreat
We loved this house, the view, the property, the location, and the cabana. It was a comfortable and roomy, with plenty of private space for me to work. I would definitely recommend this rental, and would stay here again.
4.5
The house was older and had a little dust around the edges, but nothing that wasn't in my own home. Because the home is older, the bathrooms were very outdated. My (tall) husband and I had to squat in the showers because the nozzles were so short. Very firm beds. The kitchen was great, newly remodeled and clean. The house was set up so nicely for little kids with toys, books, and games inside and the best play structure outside. And beautiful views of the lake.
4.5
Older house with a little bit of dust
The house was older and had a little dust around the edges, but nothing that wasn't in my own home. Because the home is older, the bathrooms were very outdated. My (tall) husband and I had to squat in the showers because the nozzles were so short. Very firm beds. The kitchen was great, newly remodeled and clean. The house was set up so nicely for little kids with toys, books, and games inside and the best play structure outside. And beautiful views of the lake.
4.5
Had a very relaxing time at the lake house. The location was perfect. Loved the quiet lake and the kayaks. Such wonderful take out options in Burien. Would definitely recommend this place.
4.5
Perfect oasis
Had a very relaxing time at the lake house. The location was perfect. Loved the quiet lake and the kayaks. Such wonderful take out options in Burien. Would definitely recommend this place.
4.5
We had a great stay at Irene's! Perfect spot for a week away. Lots of lake toys, indoor toys, books, etc for kids, nicely updated kitchen, great low bank with a giant grassy yard, lovely cabana. We apent moat of our days down at the lake's edge. Cabin is a tad 'rustic' to comment on what others have said but we found that very charming and reminiscent of our childhood family cabins. Only comment that is so so minor is the coffee pot was incredibly small and leaky and we drink a lot of coffee, so we had to make quite a few pots and had quite a few spills! Would love to come back next summer!
4.5
Ideal lake spot
We had a great stay at Irene's! Perfect spot for a week away. Lots of lake toys, indoor toys, books, etc for kids, nicely updated kitchen, great low bank with a giant grassy yard, lovely cabana. We apent moat of our days down at the lake's edge.
Cabin is a tad 'rustic' to comment on what others have said but we found that very charming and reminiscent of our childhood family cabins.
Only comment that is so so minor is the coffee pot was incredibly small and leaky and we drink a lot of coffee, so we had to make quite a few pots and had quite a few spills!
Would love to come back next summer!
4.5
Beautiful Lake but be prepared to clean before settling in and deal with false accusations
The good - the location is so lovely. The house is bigger than what was listed and sits on a large property up to the lake. The lake is awesome, calm, and there are plenty of things to do on and by the lake. The town is adorable. Lots of nice restaurants offering takeout and great places to walk.
The bad - when we arrived, we had to clean up because there was a lot of dust everywhere. We also had to re-wash the linens because they were all wet. Everything by the lake was pretty grimy but we made sure to clean before letting our little one play with anything. Before check out time, the cleaning person came in without knocking or anything, which wouldn't be that big of a deal except for coronavirus pandemic. When we left we received bizarre texts from the owner about being in the property after checkout (we weren't) and that everything was dirty (it wasn't). I'm not sure if she was upset that the cleaning lady left and came back later or what, but we take our health and safety very seriously and were sure to tell the cleaning lady we would be out in just a few minutes. The owner also tried to charge us more money, but when we asked for any proof of what she was saying, she sent a picture of trash bags by the trash can outside (where trash bags go). She also said a lamp was broken, but that was also not true as the lamp was working but unstable and in the same condition as when we arrived.
We have stayed in dozens of rental homes over the past 12 years, and I have never had an experience like that with an owner in the past.
We always make sure to take care of the places we stay. One minor thing to note is that we were there for the 4th and all of the neighbors shot off fireworks late into the night. This usually wouldn't bug us, but our 2 year old daughter was scared by them sadly.
Overall, the location is wonderful but I couldn't recommend this house based on how poorly it is kept (as another reviewer put in need of tlc) and the awful experience with the owner.
4.5
Great quiet lake for families
We had a really nice time here as a family. Our hosts provided a paddle boat and kayaks and lots of non-perishable food for us to enjoy. The beds were very comfortable and there were many towels and great outdoor seating. A wonderful trip! It’s a bit pricy at $750 a night with all the fees and taxes, but with all the extras, it helped!
4.5
Charming little gem!
A delightful home with close proximity to so much. Irene was wonderful to work with and very helpful for every need!
4.5
The best
We had a great time. It was so nice and really a fun place. Everything was perfect. Thank you so much for all you do.
4.5
We loved the area. Very relaxing.
Very easy to reserve. Fare price
4.5
Great location, great vibes, amazing view for pure relaxation.
Great. We will be back.
4.5
Great location and lake view
Great location. Close to downtown Burien and to Seattle. Loved the lake front location and waking up to that view each day. No cable TV, just internet TV, so we had to use alternatives (Phones, local restaurant) to watch playoff hockey’s games during our stay.
Beds were comfortable and we enjoyed our stay.
4.5
Wonderful lakeside getaway!
The house was great with plenty of room and amazing view! It was clean and had plenty of towels and bedding. The only thing we couldn't find were coffee filters but we improvised with a paper towel :) This place was great for my coworkers and I while we were at a conference in Seattle. Far enough away to not be in the mess of Seattle but close enough for a decent priced Uber to downtown. I would recommend this place for anyone needing to be close to the city with the comforts of a little quiet getaway!
4.5
Like being home, but on a lake!
This place was the perfect home away from home. We were out of our house for a while due to some damage, and it was such a breath of fresh air to get to stay here- great location, everything we needed to just go in living, and an absolutely beautiful lake to wake up to. Previous comments about heating and lack of necessary items to use in the house were either way off base, or Irene addressed every singe comment and made this place perfect. My pup was happy here too- fenced yard! And the lake!!! We’re for sure coming back in the summer just to experience a summer day at Lake Burien.
4.5
Wonderful location...home is rustic and needs some love
Such a rare find in the Seahurst area for BnB so to that end I would say, it was a great location. The lake is beautiful and even in December it was nice enough to play in the yard and enjoy the view. We didn't use it but it has an outdoor area with a fireplace - could be great in the summer.
What we liked:
- the location was perfect (so close to the airport and shopping if needed)
- the lake access was a treat as the weather was mild and we enjoyed playing in the yard
- the house has lots of room to gather and have family time
- nice to have a W/D available (BYO detergent)
What to keep in mind:
- home is rustic at best and needs some TLC
- bring your own towels, bedding to be warm, blow dryer, foil and such, and ANYthing you need to be comfortable (cleaning supplies, detergent, paper towels and so on)
- master bedroom has a double bed rather than a queen so it is a challenge to accommodate two people.
Overall, we enjoyed a nice visit with our family for the holidays but would likely choose another (not many to choose from in the area) home unless something changes with the care of this great location.
4.5
Great view and spacious common areas
Peaceful setting with lake views in front room. Plenty of common space for family to gather. Home is clean and convenient to Olde Burien. Only suggest more blankets and a hair dryer.
4.5
This property we perfect for our family!
The property was beautifully decorated and it's location was ideal due to the proximity to the airport!!!
4.5
Beautiful, unexpected oasis
We had a wonderful stay at this lakefront home. We are from Seattle and I had no idea Burien (so close by) had a beautiful, serene lake! The house itself is lovely. Super clean and a good amount of space for a family or small group. The owners have decorated the house in a very inviting way. The best part of course was the lake! The dock and patio area as well as the small beach are all really nice. We loved having access to a paddle boat, kayak, and inflatable balance board at the property. The owners seem very nice and responsive, and overall it was a great experience. We had a blast and we will definitely be visiting this place again soon.
4.5
Best Place to Relax
This place was amazing! My kids and my grandkids we were able to barbecue and then paddle around the lake in the canoe that was provided. The host Irene was the best she left a whole book of things to do in the area and current events and was very accommodating. The home was very clean and comfortable definitely will be back.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Burien?
The average price for a rental in Burien is £141 per night. This rental is £38 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Cozy Lakeside Home Near Seattle And Airport. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Cozy Lakeside Home Near Seattle And Airport pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Cozy Lakeside Home Near Seattle And Airport?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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