Stay at Lake Forbes Cottage, Your Home Away from Home

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A small, white cottage with a black door and a welcome mat.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a window.
A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror with lights, a towel rack, and a window with blinds.
A compact kitchen with white appliances, wooden cabinets, and a small dining area.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Garden
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Kirkland, WA
  • Place, Eastside Tennis Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Washington
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Pike Place Market
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Kirkland

Located in North Rose Hill, a neighbourhood in Kirkland, this cottage is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Space Needle and Pike Place Market are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 and Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66. Check out an event or a game at Seattle Center, and consider making time for WaMu Theater, a top attraction not to be missed. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Kirkland, WA

What's nearby

  • Eastside Tennis Center - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • University of Washington - 22 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Seattle Waterfront - 29 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Pike Place Market - 29 min drive - 32.7 km
  • Space Needle - 30 min drive - 26.3 km

Getting around

  • Downtown Redmond Station - 8 min drive
  • Tukwila Station - 31 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Q20 Public House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪DERU Market - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay at Lake Forbes Cottage, Your Home Away from Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stay at Lake Forbes Cottage, Your Home Away from Home?

As of 29 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stay at Lake Forbes Cottage, Your Home Away from Home on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$754, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Stay at Lake Forbes Cottage, Your Home Away from Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stay at Lake Forbes Cottage, Your Home Away from Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay at Lake Forbes Cottage, Your Home Away from Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stay at Lake Forbes Cottage, Your Home Away from Home located?

Located in North Rose Hill, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of The Village at Totem Lake, Lake Washington and EvergreenHealth Medical Center. Juanita Beach Park is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall great place to recover from a surgery.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Cozy. Not a lot of space for clothing.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Forbes Cottage was very clean and a great location for easy access to Kirkland and Bothell.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little cabin in a convenient location! It was just what we needed for our week trip for two people, and within 30 minutes of most places we wanted to go to, but still felt quiet and secluded. Cabin was clean upon arrival and we had no major issues during our stay. I will note though that there are not too many options for cooking pots in the kitchen, but we made do. Also, the host may want to check on the toilet cause we noticed it would keep running unless we jiggled the handle after use. All in all, a nice stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Less of a view than expected. However, being tucked away is very private which is nice. Overall it was a very nice stay. Stefan was an amazing host!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
N/A
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 October 2026
Dear James, If you would be so kind as to provide some feedback as to why you left a 3 star review I would greatly appreciate it. I can't make improvements nor understand why you would leave such a rating when you don't let me know what could have been better. I received no communication from you during your stay and the majority of my guests leave 5 stars if not at least 4 star reviews. All the best, sincerely, Stefan.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stefan was an excellent host and the cottage and location worked well for me.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Had multiple problems that led to us leaving our stay. I will say despite the issues we had with the property, the host was great about understanding concerns and agreeing to address them as fast as possible, and was prompt to issue refund when we left. Based on his response and other reviews, I trust that the problems we had will be rectified for other guests. Good location, nice and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was fine, but renters should be aware it has a 7’ ceiling and very little is provided: no shampoo or conditioner or soap in shower, no sugar or pepper in kitchen. Everything worked and we have no complaints, but it’s pretty basic.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay. The house was comfortable and convenient, the host was helpful and the location was perfect.And if you’d like to walk in the evenings, the location makes a great neighborhood walk as well.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was very nice! Bed was okay at best. Overall it was a nice small quiet place to sleep after doing family stuff in Kirkland
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, comfortable, warm, and private cottage. The host was welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for 2!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very cute and exactly what we wanted. It's right in middle over everything but very private at the same time. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need for 1 or 2 people. I would stay here again when visiting the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great with our stay. Our check in was later in the evening and the host was very accommodating ensuring we had a smooth arrival. Great location and despite being not too far from the highway we heard no noise!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming and responsive to issues that required attention.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was easy. The owner was great at communicating. The kitchen was stocked and clean. Very nice place to stay, short drive to Seattle.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I think this is the perfect place for a short time, but not the best for a longer period if your wanting to be able to cook meals at the house. The kitchen is rather tiny( to be expected) so it's not the best for storing food. It was a cute little place, definitely would stay again.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy and clean

Super comfortable and easy to communicate with owner. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean, comfortable and great value

Quiet, safe neighborhood. The property is exactly as advertised - rooms are clean and bed was comfortable. We didn't want to stay downtown Seattle so this tiny home was perfect. It was only 30 minutes from Seattle and had the added bonus of Kirkland's vibrant water front (Lake Washington) with many restaurants. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cottage

Had a great stay at this location. I Spent the weekend there while visiting family and it has everything you need for 1 or 2 people. Good location, tucked away but still close to stores and freeways. Friendly and responsive manager. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful!! With all the necessary amenities.

Thanks so much!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cottage on Slater Avenue in Kirkland, Wa.

I would recommend this property to a couple. The description and pictures of the property were accurate and the property was very clean. The owner was very helpful in answering questions. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed staying at this location.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Don, Thank you for your review. It was a pleasure to have you and your wife stay with us. Have a great rest of the year! Stefan.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cannot say enough good things about the Cottage! My sister and I LOVED staying here. As someone who lived in Kirkland for 24 years, the location is PERFECT -- easy access to everything! And just a sweet-tucked away neighborhood. We met with friends in Kirkland, hung out at Starbucks, took multiple ferries to Bainbridge, Whidbey -- and a day trip to Victoria. The cottage was clean and neat -- no complaints at all! Check-in was a breeze. We felt like we were at home, and I will definitely stay here again. It's a jewel! Thanks, Stefan!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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