This Waterfront Cottage Airbnb in Washington Sits on a Lake With Hiking Trails Right Outside

Some rental accommodations make you feel like you've slipped into a different pace of life the second you walk through the door. Cottage on Sammamish, a stunning waterfront Airbnb in Washington, is one of them. Sitting on the eastern shore of Lake Sammamish, this newly renovated two-bedroom cottage sleeps up to six guests and gives something rare in the Seattle area: a slice of nature paired with real convenience. The lake sits right outside your window, making it perfect for a weekend getaway on the water, no itinerary required.

A House That Feels Like a Boat

Guests keep saying the same thing about this Washington cottage rental: with its oversized windows facing the water, it feels less like staying in a house and more like floating on the lake itself. Over 900 square feet of living space gives you room to spread out, with a living room, dining room, and a full kitchen stocked well enough that you'll actually want to strap on an apron. Step outside and you've got two sunny decks facing the water, plus a shaded deck out back wrapped in garden greenery for the mornings you'd rather sip coffee than chase a view.

Guests also get access to a few other exciting amenities on the property, like the downstairs library, where book lovers can convene on a rainy day for some quiet time. Plus, guests will have access to the shared hot tub between the cottage and the owner's house, provided they follow the simple house rules, of course.

Water at Your Doorstep. A Trail in Your Backyard

The private dock is really what makes this Airbnb shine. Grab one of the three kayaks or take the paddle board out for a spin across Lake Sammamish, the second-largest lake in the Seattle area, stretching seven miles long and dropping to 105 feet at its deepest point.

Prefer to stay dry? Jump on the trail that runs right along the back of the cottage for a jog or bike ride. East Lake Sammamish Trail is an 11-mile, fully paved multi-use rail-trail that connects Redmond, Sammamish, and Issaquah along the eastern shore of Lake Sammamish. Hop on with running shoes, hiking boots, or a bicycle and see the beauty of the lake and these three towns all in one shot.

Close to Everything, Far from the Noise

Here's the part that surprises people: despite the calm surrounding you at every step, you're never far from what you need. A Safeway grocery store and a handful of takeout spots sit just five minutes up the hill. Head ten minutes north and you're in the middle of Redmond, Microsoft's hometown, with Redmond Town Center's shops and restaurants waiting. Ten minutes south lands you in Issaquah, where Costco, Best Buy, and Fred Meyer cover whatever you forgot to pack. And if downtown Seattle is calling, it's a straight 30-minute drive.

Regardless of your reason to visit the area, whether you're planning a lakeside getaway, a family reunion, or a corporate visit to the Seattle area, Cottage on Sammamish gives you the best of both worlds: a private, peaceful retreat on the water with the entire Eastside just minutes away.