Retreat in Bellingham

Modern Home - Hot Tub, Playground, By Galbraith

Bellingham, WA, United States
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About

Discover adventure and relaxation in this modern home near Oriental Express—the gateway to premier biking and hiking trails in Washington State. A short drive from downtown Bellingham, and walking distance to Whatcom Falls Park, Lake Whatcom, and Lafeens Donut Shop. Panoramic doors, skylights, hot tub, covered patio, fire pit, outdoor playground, and stainless steel appliances provide a forest retreat with modern comforts for a relaxing stay.

Good to know

LOCATION: The home is conveniently located near Bellingham's top attractions and activities. - Galbraith Mountain Trails: 150 feet - Euclid Park on Lake Whatcom: 0.9 miles - Lafeen's Donuts and Ice Cream: 0.9 miles - Whatcom Falls Park: 0.9 miles - Bloedel Donovan Park: 1.5 miles - Big Rock Garden Park: 2.4 miles - Downtown Bellingham: 3.4 miles ABOUT THE HOME: The open-concept living area features panoramic doors that let in plenty of natural light that allow you to stargaze from the comfort of the couch. The fully-equipped chef's kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and cookware, making it easy to prepare delicious meals. After a day of outdoor activities, unwind in the hot tub that comfortably fits up to six people. The covered back patio is a great spot to fire up the BBQ and enjoy a meal with family or friends, while the outdoor heater keeps everyone cozy even on cooler nights. Gather around the gas fire pit on the front deck for a relaxing evening under the stars and roast some marshmallows for s'mores. The master bedroom is a cozy retreat with a comfortable queen-size bed, an office space, and skylights that let you fall asleep under the stars. Not a fan of the early morning light? Blackout masks will be waiting for you on the nightstands. The second bedroom has a bunk bed with many different sleeping arrangements. It can be three individual twins or a twin and a king. This room also has a large sliding door and blackout curtains to help you sleep a restful night. The bathroom features a touchless bidet toilet, tub, and rain head shower. The instant water heater will ensure no one takes a cold shower. Fill up your camel backs and hydro flasks with purified water before heading out, and come back to a high-end washer and dryer to refresh your gear. Air conditioning or heat will ensure comfort no matter the season. Families with children will love our home's play structure, toys, books, and kid-friendly plates, bowls, cups, and cutlery. A pack'n play, booster seat, and step stool are also provided. Book your stay today and prepare for an unforgettable outdoor adventure and relaxation!

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What this place offers

Amenities

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub
  • Hot Water
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Room-darkening shades

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub
  • Hot Water
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Room-darkening shades

Entertainment

  • Game console
  • Sound system

Family

  • Board games
  • Changing table
  • Children's books and toys
  • Children's tableware
  • High chair
  • Pack 'n Play/travel crib

Home safety

  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • First aid kit

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Location features

  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance

Outdoors

  • Garden or backyard
  • BBQ grill
  • Fire pit
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio or balcony

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Free street parking
  • Single level home No stairs in home

Services

  • Luggage dropoff allowed For guests' convenience when they have early arrival or late departure
  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
  • Cleaning before checkout

House rules

Use of the house, property, playground, and hot tub is at your own risk. Please keep an eye on children at all times.

Accessibility

Neighborhood

Guest Access

Reviews

Nathan
July 2025 · Airbnb
We loved the home and location! Great for a couple to relax, and for three kids to play out back on the playhouse. Walking distance to a park (and donuts). Looking forward to staying again.
Miranda
June 2025 · Airbnb
Had a great long weekend at Emily’s place. Our two kids loved the backyard activities and toys and the large, clean hot tub was a great bonus. Short drive to everything we wanted to explore in Bellingham!
Tim
June 2025 · Airbnb
I travelled with my wife and two young kids and we couldn’t have had a more lovely time. The home was kid-friendly, the neighborhood was quiet and welcoming and Emily’s cookies were absolutely delicious. The home was perfectly fit for a family traveling with young kids. We can’t say enough wonderful things about our stay. If we find ourselves in Bellingham again (which I hope we do) Emily’s place would be top on our list.
Pedro
June 2025 · Airbnb
This is the perfect place for going with the family and specially with toddlers, a lot of amenities including the playground and Montessori toys available , very close to MTB trails and other parks, the surrounding area is beautiful and peaceful… my daughter said that this house was the best part of the trip… thanks for having us!
Cassy
June 2025 · Airbnb
What a wonderful spot! Emily's house felt like a modern cabin in the woods, with very thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor areas. The house has amazing, almost direct access to the Galbraith trail system (which we really appreciated, as mountain bikers); and its location along Lakeway Drive means you're a short drive to everything Bellingham has to offer. The kitchen is also fully stocked and you would be able to whip up just about any meal you could imagine, if you wanted to! We really enjoyed our stay and would absolutely stay here again.
Laurie
May 2025 · Airbnb
Beautiful stay at Emily's house for our family of 5! Everything was very clean, organized, beautiful, and well thought out. We especially appreciated the eco-friendly, non-toxic vibes and cleaning products in the home as well as the high quality kitchen, furniture, bedding, etc. A dream for a PNW crunchy mama. The hot tub was also clean and didn't reek of heavy chlorine like many do. The aesthetics of the home inside and out were a dream too. Highly recommend!
Eric
May 2025 · Airbnb
This property was absolutely perfect! Clean, comfortable, all the amenities you need while away from home. The house is close to town and yet perfectly nestled in the woods giving guests the best of both worlds. Emily is a great host! I’m very eager to return!
Ashlyn
May 2025 · Airbnb
My daughter and I had a great time in Bellingham! Close proximity to the tulip festival in Skagit Valley and whale watching out of Anacortes!! This house was absolutely perfect! My daughter is almost 6 and loved the outdoor space — we took full advantage of the playground and the hot tub was just perfect! We also cooked pasta one night and the kitchen was fully equipped and had everything we needed! The hosts were responsive and it was a seamless process! Would absolutely stay here again if we ventured back!
Roni
April 2025 · Airbnb
We couldn’t have asked for a better place for our Spring Break vacation. The fact that it was literally across the street from the trailhead was absolutely perfect for my son and husband who came to mountain bike for the week. The late night evenings relaxing in the hot tub and s’mores cooked on the fireplace made for perfect endings to perfect days! We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful home to spend our time in Bellingham and cannot wait to come back to enjoy the town and Emily’s place again!
Jennifer
March 2025 · Airbnb
We had a wonderful time staying at Emily’s place. She was super helpful and responsive from the very beginning and then throughout our entire stay. The location was amazing with hiking/biking trails within walking distance. The home was perfect and in a beautiful and peaceful setting. Emily, thank you for sharing your beautiful place with us. 🧡🧡

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