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Bellingham Adventure Pad - Hike, Bike, Lake, Sauna
Escape to the Bellingham Adventure Pad- a majestic forest oasis! Famous Galbraith mountain biking, hiking trails & Lake Whatcom are all minutes from your front door, making this the perfect basecamp for your next outdoor excursion. Bring your hiking boots or mountain bike & hop on the trails directly from the house, relax in the cedar barrel sauna after a day of adventure & cozy up for a night of board games & movies. Don't miss the chance to experience the beauty of PNW from this unique home!

Luxury Downtown Retreat | Sauna + Putting Green
Experience Bellingham living at its finest in this beautifully remodeled, professionally designed 103-year-old craftsman home. Located steps from downtown, it blends historic character with modern design and amenities—including an indoor sauna and backyard putting green. A short walk to breweries, restaurants, and boutiques and less than a mile from WWU, this home is the ideal PNW base. San Juan Islands, Mt. Baker Ski Area, Vancouver BC, and North Cascades National Park are all within easy reach

Rustic Retreat
Quiet, private, secluded home on 25 acres of forested land. The home was built from logs milled on site. Enjoy filtered spring water, natural light, stargazing, & views of the tops of Mount Baker and the Sisters on a clear day. Owls and Elk can be heard during the evening hours at certain times of the year. Heat is provided by a wood stove and 3 space heaters. Mount Baker is 1 hour away; Bellingham is 30 minutes. Well-behaved, house trained, and supervised pets are welcome with a per pet fee.

Stunning Lake Whatcom Home - Epic Views and AC
Forget your cares in this spacious, serene, meticulously clean home with unbeatable lake views from literally every room! Featuring central AC and stylish, comfortable new furnishings, this home will not disappoint - ideal for a relaxing getaway that’s just a 15 minute drive to Bellingham. Enjoy dinners on the deck looking at the lake, game/movie nights in the family room, a soak in the jetted tub, or a fire under the lit gazebo. Easy access to a sandy swimming beach just a quick stroll away!

Cottage with Private Beach in Birch Bay
Welcome to your peaceful getaway in Birch Bay. This cottage is across the street from the beach and offers beautiful views of the ocean. It offers a private beach footsteps away with a fire pit and gorgeous views of the water and sunsets. This house has two bedrooms and one bath. It is family friendly with a master bedroom that includes a queen bed, a second bedroom with bunk beds, and a pull out queen bed couch in the living room. Bring the family to spend quality time together at the beach.

Waterfront Luxury | The Perch at Birch Bay
Modern luxury on the beach with 180 degrees of oceanfront sunset and mountain views! 24 feet of fold-back doors open to the 40’ beachside deck.. feel relaxation take over as the sound of the waves roll in. Spa-like bathroom with a 6’ x 5’ shower for two, complete with dual shower heads and oversized rain-shower in the center. After sunset, watch a movie on the 84” 4K screen in full surround, or grab one of our board games and gather around the table with whole-home music of your choice.

5 acr, hot tub & sauna w/alpacas, close to town
Selah Steading is a new 1875sf home on a peaceful private 5acr with 180 degree view of serene pasture, grazing alpacas & evergreen forest. Close to town, mountain biking & recreation, yet feels far away. Very comfortable beds, cute alpacas to feed. Warm up in the hot tub, sauna, or in front of the fire, after local adventures in many amazing places just minutes of this special location: Mountain biking, hiking, downtown. Come rest &rejuvenate at the base of the Chuckanut mountains

Creek House at Birch Bay, U.S.A.
Relax and enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located waterfront home in Birch Bay. Terell Creek offers an ever changing waterscape and wildlife experience right off the back deck. Public beach access and the iconic C Shop Confectionary is just a short walk away. Make a fresh cup of coffee in the roomy kitchen and cozy up in front of the fireplace or sit outside in an adirondack chair. The neutral palette inside provides a sense of calm and rest for your senses.

★Renovated Fountain Dist. Charmer- Walk Downtown★
This is the downstairs apartment of a beautiful restored home in the Lettered Streets of Bellingham. The freshly remodeled 2 bedroom / 1 bath apartment is just blocks from all the great spots of downtown. Within a 10-20 minute walk, access the best restaurants, breweries, shows, galleries and farmers markets in Bellingham! Both bedrooms have comfortable, King beds. With the vintage decor, yet comforts of a brand new kitchen and bath, you'll have the perfect getaway spot!

Modern Home - Hot Tub, Playground, By Galbraith
Discover adventure and relaxation in this modern home across from Galbraith Mountain—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.

Brand new! Modern Lake Whatcom View home
Welcome to our Lakeview House in Sudden Valley! Its a hidden gem of the Pacific North West, nestled near Lake Whatcom on the outskirts of Bellingham, its a sleepy neighborhood hidden in the middle of the woods, minutes away from the lake, marina, golf course, parks and lots of trails. Close to Galbraith mountain 20 min from downtown Bellingham where you will find great restaurants, breweries, and fun places to hang out.

The Lake House on Blue Canyon
The Lake House on Blue Canyon. Vibrant and sunny, this lakefront home is superbly positioned for an adventure on Lake Whatcom. Inside, you'll enjoy preparing family meals in the beautifully kitchen. To further enhance your vacation experience, make your way out to the sprawling deck which features an outdoor dining table, lounge chairs and A gas grill.
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Little Blue Forest Home Near Trails & Lake Whatcom

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Ridgetop Bungalow near the Lake with NEW HOT TUB!

Private Hot Tub, Sauna & secluded beach access

Stunning Forest View Chalet, 3 KING Beds, 3 Baths

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Forested Getaway - Hot Tub, Hike, Bike and Lake

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The Hoff House

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Cozy Cabin in Bellingham | Family & Dog Friendly

Gooseberry Getaway - Oceanfront!

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- North Cascades National Park
- Sasquatch Mountain Resort
- Golden Ears Provincial Park
- White Rock Pier
- Cultus Lake Adventure Park
- Deception Pass State Park
- Birch Bay State Park
- Mt. Baker Ski Area
- North Beach
- Bridal Falls Waterpark
- Whatcom Falls Park
- Moran State Park
- Peace Portal Golf Club
- The Vancouver Golf Club
- Crescent Beach
- Maple Ridge Golf Course
- Samish Beach
- Shuksan Golf Club
- Rocky Point Park
- Blue Heron Beach
- Northview Golf and Country Club
- West Beach
- East Beach
- W.C. Blair Recreation Centre