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Living area
Living area
LArge smart tv that you can connect to your personal accounts for entertainment.
COmfortable couch and wood-burning stove for colder months
Cozy bright living room with partial view to the lake and tree tops

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bellingham, WA
  • Lake Whatcom
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Western Washington University
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • North Lake Whatcom Trailhead
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Blue Room (Master Bedroom)

1 Queen Bed

Red Bedroom (2nd bed)

1 Queen Bed

Yellow room

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Master Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

mbrace nature in this bright home that has gorgeous views to the lake and forest

Our home has been decorated in a modern Coastal/boho style and furnished to be a perfect getaway. We have high-quality beds, natural linens, bamboo pillows and comfortable couch and chairs in the living room.

Our Master Bedroom has a Fluffy mattress, which feels like sleeping in the clouds.
Our second bedroom has a Sealy high-quality mattress if you are looking for an in-between.

Our Third Bedroom has a Gravity mattress for people who prefer firm mattresses.
(Please know most of our bed frames are lower to the ground, with the exception of one.)
Enjoy the heated tile floors in the living room and our heated towel rack in the bathroom.

You have access to the whole property, with the exception of the Basement shop area which is locked and has the garden supplies in there. And the hallways right-hand closet that also has a lock.

Things to know before booking:
-The house is built in the side of a mountain and to get to the front door you have to go up a few set of steps.
-Two of the bed frames and and the couch are low to the ground. Two of the bedrooms are in the second floor of the house.
-During Fall and Winter months there are wind storms quite often, and in Sudden Valley this might mean you will lose electricity for a time. This is usually resolved quickly, but please keep this in mind. Sudden valley is peaceful, surrounded by nature, but it also lacks of some of the big city comforts. A perfect getaway if you want peace and quiet and beautiful views.
-During winter time you will have to salt the steps of the house as they might get icy, and will need to shovel the snow if this happens during your stay. We will provide the equipment.
-The house has a wood stove which is amazing and warms the home, but you will need to get your own wood if the one provided runs out.
-This is a pet friendly home. Our cleaner does her best to remove all fur from all surfaces. We lint roll the couch, ottoman, and vacuum everywhere. Linens are washed after every guest, and our mattress are protected with mattress covers.
-This is our family vacation home, please expect there will be some of our items in the house. This is not a hotel.
-Longer stays are welcomed, and will be offered a larger discount. If you want to rent our home for longer than a month, reach to me for a special price!
-We offer military discount.
-If you are an author looking for a bookish getaway, reach out to me!

Thank you!

Cheers

Property manager

Camila Davila Lohr

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
With monitoring, as there is a steep stairs
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Small Dog allowed on a case to case basis
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bellingham

Located in Bellingham, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Bellingham Railway Museum and Mindport are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Mount Baker Theatre and Whatcom Museum. Spark Museum of Electrical Invention and Marine Life Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
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Bellingham, WA

What's nearby

  • Lake Whatcom - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Western Washington University - 21 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Lake Padden Park - 24 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Bellingham Cruise Terminal - 25 min drive - 21.0 km
  • North Lake Whatcom Trailhead - 32 min drive - 25.0 km

Getting around

  • Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lafeen's Family Pride Donuts and Ice Cream - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Acme Diner - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪El Agave Mexican Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Da Vinci's Classic Subs - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Blue Mountain Grill - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is mbrace nature in this bright home that has gorgeous views to the lake and forest pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at mbrace nature in this bright home that has gorgeous views to the lake and forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at mbrace nature in this bright home that has gorgeous views to the lake and forest?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is mbrace nature in this bright home that has gorgeous views to the lake and forest located?

Situated in Bellingham, this golf holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Whatcom and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Sudden Valley Dog Park. Cain Lake and Whatcom Falls Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Blissful Getaway

You will find this wonderful home nestled in the mountains with foliage all around, a giant cedar right out the back door and deer roaming the neighborhood. You can even hear the frogs at night. The couch was the perfect level of comfort for relaxing while writing a paper or watching TV. There's a little store at the entrance to the subdivision that has fresh produce if you need it. I found the beds to be very comfortable, and you have extra blankets that are very cozy if you need them. This home requires walking up a bunch of stairs - so book accordingly. I would not book this for my grandma to stay at. The property owners do a good job of describing this, but I wanted to mention it in case it was missed.If you are looking for some nearby outdoor adventures, I recommend the Stimpson Nature Preserve or the hike along the Shores of Lake Whatcom. The Agave restaurant is fantastic, their Mai Tais are delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle B.

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

Cozy stay in Bellingham area with a peek of Whatcom Lake and the sunset.

Great location in Bellingham and close to a day trip to the sound or Cascade National Park.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

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

Charming!

Enjoyed our stay here, exactly like the pics! Quiet, lovely and super convenient to Sudden Valley.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S., Bellingham, WA

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

Boho Treehouse

This is my/our second time at this beautiful BnB and it truly feels like a home away from home, on a cloud. This place has everything you need. It’s a cozy retreat for 2, with room for the whole family should you choose to invite them. Great kitchen and beds!
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Wonderful place

We so enjoyed our time with family in this lovely home nestled in nature. The space was comfortable and it was great to build a fire in the wood stove and play games. The stairs up to the front door were no problem. Checking in and out was a breeze and we felt welcomed by Camila. Access to downtown Bellingham was easy and we loved the view of Whatcom lake on the way. We would recommend this place and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

smink-lee L., Strijen

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

Perfect base to explore the area

The location was perfect as we wanted a base to explore Vancouver for a few days. Sudden Valley has a lot to offer and it’s just short drive from Fair Haven and Bellingham. The house had a fantastic view. The only thing we encountered was that the master bed wasn’t as large as we are used to. We really enjoyed the beaches and the short treks in the forest on the doorstep. The deers kept us entertained. Also The pizza / pasta restaurant down the hill is very good. Anthony’s in Bellingham was also a reasonably priced restaurant to eat in late afternoons.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

erica m.

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

Really nice place though livability of house lacked a bit

We had a wonderful long weekend in Bellingham and really enjoyed staying in this house. We found that on the surface, this house fit all our needs but when it came down to livability, it lacked in a few amenities, such as a functional coffee maker (there was a piece missing that made the coffee not taste so great), a comfortable couch and papasan chairs, and a tv that worked (or at least instructions on how to use it).
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S., Bellingham, WA

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

Hilltop Haven

I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of this BnB. The feeling you get when walking in for the first time is worth repeating. You know you have stepped into a peaceful place that just as easily hosts family game night in style. I loved the mattress and slept like a log. Camila, the host, was friendly and quick to respond with any question I had. Really went above and beyond. Wifi worked great! Thank you Camila!
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin G.

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

Perfect weekend with friends

This house was everything we needed it to be. I’m on the road frequently and stay at a lot of rental properties, and most of the time the decor is cheap and bland. Not the case here! The interior is very comfortable. Beautiful location with amazing views. About 15 mins from town. There are a few quirks such as doors not closing all the way and not having a place to hang clothes in the closets, but those were easy to deal with. Overall, would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Pros and suggestions

This home was bright, airy and very clean. The couch was comfortable. The home is in a neighborhood surrounded by trees and a bit of a lake view. It's very quiet. There were lots of towels, and the bed linens were very comfortable. They weren't kidding when they said the bed is low to the ground. Our bed in the first floor bedroom was almost like having the mattress on the floor. We used the woodstove to keep the house at a comfortable temperature. As stated, there are a lot of stairs to get to the front door. The host was easy to reach and replied quickly to our messages. We appreciated that we weren't expected to do a hard cleaning prior to departure. Some suggestions /things to know: There aren't any instructions for the house, like how to turn on the living room heated floors, how to use their woodstove, or how the TV works. There are several coffee makers and something that I think was a milk frother but not sure since there weren't any instructions. I think it would be helpful to have a list of these instructions as well as some practical information like the nearest hospital, the local market, etc. The kitchen has a good assortment of pots and pans but has no aluminum foil, plastic wrap or salt and pepper.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

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

A few winter days in Sudden Valley.

Great location and perfect for enjoying the neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Parker J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

MTB Vacation

Nice location, not the best for mountain biking but you can access trails without a car - loved the grill - lots of space outside on the deck to store bikes out of view, did lock them up just incase. Was a perfect spot for 4 of us to hang out and crash before and after riding all day! Listing is slightly off, there are 3 beds - not 4. But the owner made that clear when I booked so it wasn't a surprise.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

kathryn b.

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

Fall Break Getaway

This was the 2nd time we stayed in this property. Love the location. It is so beautiful. Great getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison G.

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

A really comfortable house in beautiful surrounds with a great view

Lovely
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erika D.

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

Perfect cabin on the lake

This cabin was perfect. The location was easy to find and checkin process was easy. Right when we walked in everything looked exactly like the pictures. The house was clean and spacious. All the windows let in so much natural light. The owners left us firewood to burn in the wood burning fire stove. We couldn’t have asked for a better cabin to stay while visiting Washington. Bellingham is a very cute town with lots of things to do. We went whale watching and hiking in North Cascades during our trip and the cabin was perfect distance in between both. We will definitely be renting this cabin next time we stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Sis’s wedding stay

Loved the house, it was clean and great location for us. My daughter lives in Sudden Valley, so it was great to be close. The driveway was a little tough, but we made it through.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Karen L.

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

Family wedding in Bellingham

Great stay. Owner could not have been more accommodating and quick to answer my questions. Beautiful view, very relaxing stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Trina D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Quirky House

1. Didn't realize there were 2 flights of decking stairs to reach the front door. Since it was raining, we found the stairs to be a bit mossy and slick. We really had to watch our step. 2. The upstairs half bath sink was interesting. The faucet was so low and close to the sink, you could only wash your fingertips. That sink had an airlock while draining. Very slow to drain then would give a big glug/burb and then drain. 3. We found things that were broken i.e. the main floor bedroom, the window latches were broken off. Unable to secure those windows. Little things were loose on the walls. Shower door would not close properly, leaked water onto floor every time someone showered. Just need someone to come in and pay attention to fix things. 4. Cleaning crew needs to look behind curtains and clean the cobwebs from the corner of many of the windows. 5. The expresso machine is missing the basket. Unable to use it. On the plus side, beautiful view, especially the sunsets. It is a quiet neighborhood and very relaxing. The house was charming and nicely decorated. Everyone said all the beds were comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Lauren A., Vancouver, Wa

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

Cute place

Super cute house, cozy fireplace, needs a few fixes
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Francelia L., Salida

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

Quiet treehouse in Sudden Valley

Camila's treehouse in Sudden Valley is perfect if you want to hunker down with family, make a fire and enjoy the beautiful views. It's a good 20 minutes from downtown so plan your outings accordingly. My only complaint is that the house was FREEZing cold when we arrived (heat was not on) and took some time to warm. Also, there was no binder explaining how to find/run anything in the house (TV, remote, heaters, etc.). Camila was VERY responsive, however, and our time there was magical.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

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

Cozy mountside house

Lovely view and thoughtful touches with snacks, wine, and home decor. Had a cozy, quiet weekend here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Roxie L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice quiet

We liked the house. The only issue we had was the shower needs a major cleaning. Its pretty nasty. There are no dressers in the bedrooms so lived out of the suitcase. Went to get something that slid under the bed and it has not been cleaned under there for a long time. Could use a good dusting.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Hope G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The view!

I am glad I have my new knee for this property! It was 30 steps to get in the house and the bed frame was very low to the ground. I was fine, but would not have been if it was two years ago. Just wanted to give any older or less mobile renters a heads up. This property is beautifully decorated and welcoming. Plenty of towels, soaps, etc. It needs some general TLC, a bathroom door sticks, driveway needed to be attended to, could use a welcome folder with TV instructions, etc. Location was great. Near the lake, 15 min. to town, but felt like it was a world away. We will return to Bellingham!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Bring EVERYTHING

This place was cozy and clean, quiet and scenic and the owner was quite responsive. However-the kitchen is not well equipped, you’ll want to pack gear of your own if you plan to cook here. Also, although the house does indeed have two bathrooms there’s only one shower. There’s no “what to expect and how to operate everything” binder so figuring out why the AC suddenly stopped was left up to us and Google. The exterior lights are burnt out leaving the stairs quite dark, and there’s no screens in any windows so bugs get in if you try to get fresh air. The dishwasher broke while we were there which of course is no one’s fault but there was a definite feel that the owner doesn’t live here or visit often. A bathroom door that doesn’t latch, little things like that. All that said, we had a very nice time and would visit the area again for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

kathryn b.

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

Summer in Bellingham

We loved our stay in the “tree house.” It fir all our needs. We loved walking the hills and meeting all the lovely neighbors. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 24 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Camila Davila Lohr

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We're a fun-loving family of four. We love many things from movies, art, good food and coffee. When we aren't working in movies we are chilling in our home, working in our vintage camper, caring for plants, or getting to know our city.

Why they chose this property

This property is bright even during the colder darker months. With gorgeous views of tops of trees, mountains, and the beautiful lake.
Close to the city but far from the noise and quick hustle. The perfect getaway to unwind and discover nature, watch wildlife and dip your toes into the lake's sand.
Sleep in comfortable high-quality beds, buy some organic local beer in Sudden Valley's local shop.
Visit the local Spa for some unwinding.

What makes this property unique

This home was decorated and furnished with comfort in mind. We picked good quality furnishings to enjoy ourselves when we vacation in here, and that we are hoping our guests would enjoy as well.

Languages:

English, Spanish