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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Federal Way, WA
  • Wild Waves Theme and Water Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Emerald Downs
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Muckleshoot Casino
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront- fenced - no animal- allergies

Come to experience a luxurious stay on a beautiful lakefront home with own beach and dock. The lake
is fresh, clear, and clean with lots of fish for fishing activity on your own private dock. Swimming is also one of the favorite activities while staying at the house. A 3-person paddle boat is provided free-of-charge for your enjoyment. The house is within walking distant to a beautiful, green, and well maintained park with swimming area and large playground for the children.
You will find two bedrooms, a private bath with a spacious kitchen, complete with dining room and living room, both with the lake view. A
private laundry room with large size washer and dryer. Living room is
furnished with 2 configurable couches. Walk out your living room to a large deck to enjoy the fresh breeze and the view of the lake. Outdoor gas grill is provided for bbq and gather cooking. There is a fire pit on private beach
for a bonfire evening with friends, family, or business associates.
For leisure travelers, we are in the heart of the city with endless activities/attractions in or
nearby cities; i.e. golf, skiing, ice skating, water activities, mountain activities, city
activities, theme parks, etc... Or you could just sit in the deck or on the dock, reading books, and
enjoy the green beautiful view and the fresh breeze that the lake provides.
For business travelers, we are also very close to big corporations such as Weyerhaeuser, Boeing,
Alaska Air, etc.. Come and stay as a warm and cozy home away from home while attending businesses.
We are just fifteen minutes south from Sea-Tac airport, and 20 minutes from downtown Seattle or
downtown Tacoma. Close to numerous attractions, or secluded enough to just relax and enjoy the view
and activities on the awesome lake for a few days - especially the magnificent sunset. More
pictures will be sent upon request.
There are 2 exterior - outside the house - camera at the entrance door to the house. One point toward the parking area - inside the gate, and one point at platform in front of the door. There is no camera inside the house nor point toward inside the house. Shared dock, paddle boats, and kayak with next house’s Guests.

Property manager

Kathy Nguyen
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
No animal due to severe allergies
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Pets Strictly Enforced Thank you.
No Smoking Inside The Property Strictly Enforced Thank you.
Only number of people on reservation allowed. Inform owner additional people before be on property. Pay at the time of stay. Ask for cost amount.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Federal Way

Located in Federal Way, this holiday home is on a private beach. LeMay Car Museum and Washington State History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Tacoma Union Station Rotunda and Pantages Theater. Check out an event or a game at Tacoma Dome, and consider making time for Wild Waves Theme and Water Park, a top attraction not to be missed. Waterskiing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Federal Way, WA

What's nearby

  • The Commons at Federal Way - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • The Outlet Collection - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Wild Waves Theme and Water Park - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Emerald Downs - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Muckleshoot Casino - 11 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Kent Station - 11 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Angus Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Yummy Teriyaki - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jasmine Mongolian Gril - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kwan Tip Thai - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront- fenced - no animal- allergies pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront- fenced - no animal- allergies ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront- fenced - no animal- allergies ?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Lakefront- fenced - no animal- allergies located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from The Commons at Federal Way and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Federal Way Community Center. Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden and St. Francis Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 135 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jodi S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Home on lake

Multiple rules with signs all over the house on what not to do. House was very cold when we arrived, took several hours to get it to a comfortable temp without wearing a jacket. However the owner allowed us in early as our flight in early so maybe she was going to turn on the temp. The furniture was covered with sofa covers that did not fit well and slid all over. The first few dishes we used were very greasy and made us feel gross, we ended up washing ever dish we used before using it. The outside will be beautiful when the weather is nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rip R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Seattle work trip

It was quite and has good views of the lake.
Stayed 18 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mandi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Our overall stay was great. The property was clean (except for the windows) and had everything we needed and is in a great location. The pictures are a bit deceiving, the outside of the property looks nothing like the pictures and could use quite a bit of updating. Kathy was very kind and responsive to all messages.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

G

Beautiful location, peaceful and the host was wonderful. I plan to stay there again in the next month or so. Cute house and great lake views Kathy and Sarah
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great communicate and friendly

Clean and friendly good neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

F R V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely respite in the midst of where you want to be…

Spain, California and Arizona is where we 3 arrived from to visit our old stomping grounds. What a delightful stay we enjoyed on Steele Lake. This little hideaway is centrally located to all the beautiful people, places and things we had in mind. Wonderful Host as well. ⭐️ Beautiful views and grounds too🤩
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

J W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

Great host and great place. Very relaxing and comfortable location. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Rental

Me and my family loved the place. Great views and very clean. We met the owner and she was really nice! We will definitely be booking here again, next time we come visit our family!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love Living the Lake Life

The view was wonderful. Breakfast on the deck/time on the dock/use of paddleboat and kayak were great! The house was fully stocked w everything we needed. There is one portable AC unit which kept most of it cool, but was a bit hot in the bedrooms at night. Very helpful ghosts. cool
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean property and very nice host

We were so pleased how CLEAN the place was. The fragrance was a little too strong but we appreciated the cleanliness. The porch and dock could use some maintenance or replaced eventually but everything else was perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Andria T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Peace and Quiet during busy weekend

We picked this property because of the peaceful pictures. We had a stressful weekend ahead and were looking for a little retreat. The views didn't disappoint and the owner was a delight to work with. The property had a few issues but overall worked well for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A cozy and clean waterfront home

The home was comfortable and had everything we needed for our stay. The location is beautiful and feels private while still being near shopping and entertainment. We were here for a swim meet at the Weyerhaeuser Aquatic Center and the house was a nice short drive away.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krasivaya J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional

When you look for a place to unwind, clear your head and rejuvenate this is the exact place you need to be. The home can be used for both families and individual travellers with is perfect flexibility. Kathy was super friendly and always communicating to ensure I was comfortable during the entire stay. She is such a warm soul and a joy to be around. The place is clean and offers a lot of privacy for those seeking a getaway. There were also some outdoor activity options that one can indulge in. I have definitely found a gem that I can call home for many more visits to come. I would highly recommend it without doubt.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply wonderful!

I’ve been fortunate and have done a lot of traveling in the past 20 years. This is an amazing hideaway with lots of parking and easy access to shopping. Plus it’s absolutely as beautiful as the picture I couldn’t be happier. My host was wonderful and checked up on us to make sure things were good. Thank you, Kathy! I hope to stay again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gemütliches Haus

Nach den Check-in Informationen per Email einige Tage vor der Anreise, waren wir etwas verunsichert über die vielen Anweisungen und Verbote, die sie enthielt. Aber wahrscheinlich beruht es auf schlechten Erfahrungen der Vermieterin. Die Ankunft verlief dann aber völlig unkompliziert und wir haben uns gleich wohlgefühlt. Das Wetter war leider nicht so gut, so haben wir die überdachte Terrasse gut nutzen können. Die Wohnung war sehr sauber, das Bad war etwas klein, hatte aber gute Ablagemöglichkeiten. Die Küche und den Gasgrill auf der Terrasse haben wir gerne genutzt, sowie Waschmaschine und Trockner waren sehr praktisch. Die Matratzen vom großen Bett könnten vielleicht mal erneuert werden, die quietschten und waren sehr weich. Alles in allem war es ein angenehmer Aufenthalt, nicht luxuriös, aber gemütlich. Kleiner Kritikpunkt betrifft die zurückgelassenen Lebensmittel der Vormieter, obwohl das anscheinend jeder anders sieht. Dass Salz, Pfeffer, Olivenöl etc. weiter genutzt werden, finde ich völlig okay. Die vielen angefangenen bzw. fast leeren Flaschen Ketchup, Senf, Honig etc. im Kühlschrank fand ich dagegen nicht gut.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha C G., Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Time

I was thrilled to find a location close to my sister’s house. It was a perfect size for the two of us. Making meals didn’t require buying extra of anything because it was so well stocked with ingredients (mustard, olive oil etc.). The view of the lake was just as pictured. This may be my home away for next year when I visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay here if you love a good view.

Love the property and the kindness factor
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara R., Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

cute little getaway

The owner (Kathy) was super responsive when we had any questions. Had almost ever thing we needed for supplies, kitchen, linens and bathroom. It was a great home base for our Seattle/Tacoma Vacation. The only complaints I have is the lake on our side isn't swimmable (very weedy and muddy). However drive 5 minutes or use the provided pedal boat or kayak and get to a nice swim area with a giant playground. The master bed was not very comfortable. The twin beds and the couches were better.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corinne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visit with the grands

The house was very comfortable and worked perfect for our visit with the grandkids It was very enjoyable The paddle boat was not working and that was a little disappointing Kathy was very easy to work with and nice as can be
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Steel Lake stay

Nice little place on Steel Lake. House has everything you need. Nice little property located close to shops and restaurants. We had an early flight and the owner was kind enough to allow us an early check in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Horrid Stay

Kathy & I spoke by phone before I booked her Vrbo. I told her it was my 79th birthday gift to myself & that I wanted to walk out of the house & into the lake numerous times a day. A photo shows a nice set of stone steps going from the house to the beach. There were no steps. There was a long & fairly steep cement ramp with a rickety rail. When I got to the bottom of the ramp there was a rock & a cement block piled together. I moved each to keep my balance. Getting into the lake was horrid. Luckily, I brought swim shoes. I walked to the dock so I would have something to hang onto. I walked in muck over my knees to get into deeper water. I would never have rented the house had I known how difficult it was to get in the lake. No beach towels. All the plants & lawn were dead & dry as a bone. Not like photos. The bedrooms were terribly noisy from road traffic. I rented the house from Tuesday & out Saturday. I swam Tuesday, left & went back Friday to get my swimsuit, beach towel etc. No cleaning needed except perhaps sweep the floor. I wrote Kathy & explained my complaints & asked her not to respond & she didn’t. In every negative review no problem was ever her fault. I literally threw $1,500.00 in the garbage. My decision but because the difficulty getting in & out of the lake. I was there less than three hours total. Stay at the Comfort Inn where there is a pool & go to Steel Lake Park. It is a piece of cake to get in the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Pluses & minuses

Excellent location. View perfect. Very clean. Good communication with owner. Should be warning for toilet in cubby for those larger than average. Investment for beds would make for more comfortable stay. Faucets need attention, loose. Walkway to dock was broken as were paddle boats.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R., Council Bluffs, IA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

We had a great stay in Federal Way! The home is clean and simple. It was the perfect amount of space for our family of four. We were able to drive to all the national parks in Washington as well as enjoy sightseeing in the city.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

donna w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Piece of Paradise

House was clean and cozy. It was close to alot of things. Outside space was awesome. Very peaceful
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jorge V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

RandR

Perfect spot to relax and enjoy life.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kathy Nguyen

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We are aerospace engineers with great property on the lake. We love people. We love the view, the fresh breeze, the place. We want to share the awesome experience with you. We want people to have a pleasant, relax, and memorable stay at our properties.

Why they chose this property

We operated this property - along with property 7081394 or vrbo, property 171816 - with highest standard in all areas: cleanliness, comfort, view, relax, enjoyment and most of all with integrity. We had great reviews but due to our busy schedule, we stopped operating this property. We just now open it again for you to come and enjoy what a great life is about. New oven, new washer, new dryer, new gas grill, new furniture. Guests have the quiet of lake and park with all conveniences city provides.

What makes this property unique

Entire house - fenced and gated. Lake front. Great view of lake and park across the lake. Lots of flowers. Having private deck, and private dock. Out door gas grill. Paddle boat provided. Large and well kept park with settings for both adults and children. Fresh water beach near by - although you can jump directly from your own dock into fresh clean lake water. Fish. Wild life. Walking distance to park and to bus.

Languages:

English

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