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Golf
Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

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Bellingham, WA
  • Popular LocationLake Whatcom6 min walk
  • Popular LocationWestern Washington University19 min drive
  • AirportBellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.)25 min drive
  • Popular LocationNorth Lake Whatcom Trailhead30 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The most desirable rental home, and view inside the Sudden Valley community.

This VRBO rental property is 3200 square feet and is the first level of a 5000 square foot multi-million-dollar home directly on the Sudden Valley golf course with the most beautiful views of Lake Whatcom and foothills, this property is currently the largest and most desirable home inside the Sudden Valley community.

This beautifully decorated rental property is completely private with absolutely NO shared spaces, with private entrance and parking. The rental space has very high,13-foot ceilings, two large bedrooms with walk in closets, two full bathrooms, fitness room, private movie theater with surround sound and reclining lounge chairs, SONOs sound system throughout the rental property, controlled by mounted IPAD or your smartphone.

This property offers the BEST view of Lake Whatcom and the Sudden Valley golf course from every room in the property.

This rental space has a kitchen area with everything a family needs to prepare meals, including a two burning electric stove top, instant pot, microwave oven, hot plate, George Forman indoor/outdoor grill, outdoor BBQ, two large toaster ovens, three coffee makers, slow cooker/electric pot and a toaster. There is one medium size refrigerator, one large mini refrigerator inside the exercise room and a mini freezer inside the storage space, along with a washer and dryer.

The rental property is located on Lake Whatcom offering 12 miles of clean, glacier fed water and is perfect for paddle boarding, kayaking, canoeing, jet skiing, sailing, boating and fishing. The rental property is also perfect for that winter ski getaway, with just a short drive to Mt. Baker.

The rental property also overlooks the first green of one of the most beautiful and scenic golf courses in the state of Washington, the Sudden Valley Golf Course. The front nine of Sudden Valley is relatively open and flat and borders the shores of Lake Whatcom. Fairway landing areas are relatively generous, and the greens are large.

However, the back nine follows a ridge uphill with narrow evergreen-fringed fairways and smaller greens that have more character. (Please See Video Link)

The Sudden Valley community offers activities for all ages, amenities included parks, playgrounds, tennis courts, basketball courts, pickle ball courts, fitness center, two pools, four beaches, two off leash dog park and miles of hiking and biking trails. The Community Center recreation area includes a state-of-the-art fitness center and outdoor Olympic size swimming pool with lifeguard for all ages and an adult pool with sauna for adults only.

Sudden Valley is one of the most beautiful places to stay, live and vacation in the Pacific Northwest and this rental property has everything your family needs to have the best vacation ever.

Property manager

N. Taylor

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Golf on site
  • Gym on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Snow sports gear on site
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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 and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Golfer's Paradise Lake Lover's Dream Perfect Getaway House
Golfer's Paradise Lake Lover's Dream Perfect Getaway Bellingham
Golfer's Paradise Lake Lover's Dream Perfect Getaway House
Golfer's Paradise Lake Lover's Dream Perfect Getaway Bellingham
Golfer's Paradise Lake Lover's Dream Perfect Getaway

About the area

Bellingham

Located in Bellingham, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Bellingham Railway Museum and Mindport are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Spark Museum of Electrical Invention and Marine Life Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Park Bowl and Glen Echo Garden. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Lake Whatcom - 6 min walk
  • Western Washington University - 19 min drive
  • Bellis Fair Mall - 20 min drive
  • Bellingham Cruise Terminal - 22 min drive
  • North Lake Whatcom Trailhead - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lafeen's Family Pride Donuts and Ice Cream - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Fork at Agate Bay - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Da Vinci's Classic Subs - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The most desirable rental home, and view inside the Sudden Valley community. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The most desirable rental home, and view inside the Sudden Valley community. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The most desirable rental home, and view inside the Sudden Valley community. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The most desirable rental home, and view inside the Sudden Valley community. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The most desirable rental home, and view inside the Sudden Valley community. located?

This family-friendly Bellingham holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Whatcom, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Bellingham Railway Museum and Mindport. Spark Museum of Electrical Invention and Cornwall Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

The most desirable rental home, and view inside the Sudden Valley community. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Danielle M.

Misrepresentation
Please be aware of this property. Make sure to get claim insurance because this owner claims damage when the property was already damaged upon arrival. Hot tub is not covered Gym equipment doesn’t work only the elliptical Only a hot plate so don’t plan on cooking big meals for family. Dog barking upstairs and owner in and out blocking the driveway so you can’t load or unload your belongings. A very steep driveway to walk down to get to their basement. The owner claimed damage so beware and we did nit even use the treadmill other than turn it on because it wouldn’t work. I am sad that there is no honesty in rentals anymore. Even after leaving the property cleaner than when we arrived. I have used VRBO for years and this is the first time I have been disappointed in the ownership of this property. I hope I am heard so that you can tread lightly or not at all with false claims and dishonesty. Sincerely, Danielle
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Michael N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving retreat for our family
The movie room is amazing...better than the photos. The host was extremely responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular!!!
This is everything you would want in a place to stay. Not only was it everything that was promised, but unexpected details were a great surprise. Like the retro sit and spin for the grand kids, along with numerous other great toys they could play with and help them feel at home. Can’t wait to return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Perry T.

Liked: Cleanliness
short getaway near the lake
great location near the lake, very clean home, very nice BBQ on deck, fun watching netflix on the huge screen at night!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun weekend getaway
The property was a great home base for our weekend away! Great value for the space. Our family really enjoyed the theater room. Everything was clean and things were easy to find. The host was responsive and easy to work with. Our kids really loved the home!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home base
We rented this property as a homebase for a short reunion of college roommates. It was terrific, a great place to hang out together with all the amenities we needed. Nicole was very nice and quickly responded to questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Judy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bellingham Visit
The property was awesome - right on the golf course, close to downtown Bellingham. The only real problem was lack of communication of where the key was located, no book or instructions on the internet/Wi-Fi connection, how to work the lights in the house (very state-of-the-art system), & what we must do on departure?? Typical guidance that is usually available. Even though The owner lived in the upper level of the house, we did not make contact. I could not get into my VRBO app because I forgot my password & could not get good Wi-Fi reception on my phone. So we made do, had a great visit w/my granddaughter who goes to WWU, & would love to stay at house again w/more communication, which could be my fault as much as anyone else!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. Beautiful view and a great theatre.
We enjoyed the place very much. Everything we needed was in the kitchen. Comfortable beds. Beautiful place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic retreat!
We loved our stay here. Great views and very relaxing. Working with Nicole was super easy and we’d recommend staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Hanna K.

Sudden Valley summer - golf course
I think it is important for the renters to know is that the renting portion of the house is actually a basement. The site shows and picture of the whole house and refers to 5000 sf, but the owner stays on the first level and the bottom partly in the ground portion of the house is being rented. there is no AC and I felt the house is overpriced and left a day early. The location is really nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location
We had a wonderful time with our pups in this beautiful place! The owner was a great communicator. The place fit our needs perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
I booked a last-minute getaway here for my family of 5 over Labor Day weekend. We had a lovely time. The is plenty to do for all ages - so much that we didn’t get to it all. The lake access is very convenient for taking paddleboards out and we were pleasantly surprised to discover several outstanding restaurants in the area. The theater and hot tub provided excellent entertainment when the weather wasn’t great and we wanted to stay in. We hope to come back again very soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S., Orange City, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house once again
My husband and I stayed 2 years ago and once again for 2 weeks and it did not disappoint!!! Nicole the owner is fantastic and very helpful, the house has everything you may need and the location is absolutely beautiful!!! We will be back!!
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jemma F., Edmonds

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Our family of 5 plus dog had a great experience at this beautiful home. The off leash dog park was fantastic! Everyday we would take a cooler, some chairs, a beach umbrella and set up shop right by the water and watch all the pups play. The kids loved it. The water was so nice and surprisingly warmer then we thought it would be. Nicole left the membership card for the recreation center in the drawer so we took full advantage of the pool also. Everyday we would enjoy the hot tub and watch the sun go down. At night the kids would hang out in the theater room while the adults enjoyed drinks on the patio next to the fire pit. There was enough room in the 2 small fridges and mini freezer for our family of 5 for 5 days. We just brought costco pre-made meals, stuff for sandwiches, burgers and dogs. I would suggest bringing some ice, a cooler is provided so we used that for our drinks. Nicole was a great host and was quick to respond with any questions or concerns. She left us easy directions on how to use everything and all the different places to go, eg: restaurants, hiking, golfing. All in all a great vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get-away!
We stayed for about a week and had a blast playing golf, swimming, and watching the wildlife. The house was a perfect fit with the mini-kitchen and theater room.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lilia G., Orlando FL

Liked: Cleanliness
STUNNING VIEWS and great location
The house was perfect for family of 5. The location is great by the lake with Mountain View, wilderness of nature. Lots of things to do and visit within 1.5 h drive the most. We will definitely come back. The host was very responsive and helpful!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay surrounded by natural beauty
Spacious unit with all the necessities. Very beautiful location in front of golf course and lake. Kids enjoyed the private hot tub and the community pool which has a small park Adjacent. Communication with owner was excellent. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
Beautiful area, lots to do. Great location to take it all in
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house in a quiet neighborhood
Our stay was very comfortable and we really enjoyed the easy access to the lake.

10/10 Excellent

Cori S., Lake Elsinore California

Liked: Cleanliness
NW Paradise
Our family had the most amazing time at this property. The home was immaculate. Stocked & supplied with everything we needed. The kayaks were so fun. The lake is a quick walk with sweet Deer just hanging out paying you no mind. It really is a piece of paradise. We hope to return. Can’t thank the owners enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S., Orange City, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house!
My husband and I had the absolute pleasure of spending 1 month in this beautiful house. To wake up to such beautiful surroundings in your backyard was beyond amazing ! We had a wonderful time walking to the lake, kayaking and taking our dogs to the dog park there. The house was spotless and everything we needed was right there for us. There’s an awesome hot tub for use and a fire pit which made for some beautiful romantic evenings. Our hostess Nicole and her husband are wonderful people who made sure we were having a great time and had everything we needed. I highly recommend this house not only for its beautiful surroundings but perfect location to experience the best that Bellingham has to offer. You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dayle Howell S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing retreat
I was late booking a retreat spot for my family. Lucking Taylor's Resort was available. Given the luxuries; hot tub, exercise room, theatre, I would have expected a full stove & fridge. We made due with hot plate, microwave, outdoor grills and coolers. Might clarify the kitchen area for future guests. I enjoyed being so near the first holes of the golf course. The view is open and lovely. The Lake air is wonderful. Some took a dip in the lake at the park by the boating area. I had an ankle sprain prior to our visit so I preferred the hot tub. I was challenged during unloading with coolers and food etc. The pathway was a bit steep for an ankle boot. I would suggest talking to the owners regarding better access through the garage for loading and unloading gear to and from the lower level. Finally I found the location convenient to WWU for graduation. Lakeway drive and Whatcom Lake road are essentially the same road. What a lovely place to celebrate and relax.

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet property!!
Such a great rental! Nicole was great to work with and hands down super accommodating for our family. The space was incredibly clean and described perfectly. Our kids loved the movie room and hot tub. This space was a perfect and much more enjoyable then a hotel! Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Theda H., Woodinville, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
A Real Gem
We are a Grandma and Grandpa (70ish) with two grandkids (11 and 15) and a dog. I started looking for a place to get away on the Thursday before Memorial Day weekend (three nights). I found this place and was able to rent it starting the following day. Thank you, Nicole. As with any vacation rental, there were pros and cons. First the good. My son and his wife and baby daughter and dog joined us for our last night. This place accommodated all of us with no trouble. The patio overlooking the golf course was perfect. There is a large table with chairs, a couch and chairs around a lovely firepit, a grill, and a hot tub that was all fired up and ready for us. We ate all of our meals out there. The movie room was an incredible bonus. Even our one day of rain didn't keep us from walking to the marina and park. The not-so-good: This is a daylight basement apartment. The walkway down (not stairs) is steep. My legs were sore the day after we returned home, but that's a good thing! If you have mobility issues, this is not the place for you. The kitchen is challenging. Because of the pictures and description from Nicole, and a review from one disgruntled renter, I came prepared for this. Countertop space and a small sink were my biggest issues. There is an extra room/office that I used as an extension of the kitchen. Since there was no space for stacking dirty dishes next to the sink, I bought some paper plates and cups. Between the grill and the hot plate, I was able to cook some fabulous meals. We would love to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Helen T.

Great getaway.
We had a wonderful week in Sudden Valley. The home is spacious, well maintained, and very clean. The view from the patio is beautiful. The mature landscaping was stunning. We saw a lot of wildlife, and really enjoyed the nearby dog park. This is a very quiet and friendly neighborhood. The owner is excellent to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019