Luxury Vacation Homes in Seattle and Beyond
Beach houses, mountain cabins and city homes across the Pacific Northwest and beyond, run by hospitality people.
Work and life shouldn’t compete. Both are better when aligned and able to shift throughout the day.
We want to make getting caught up on emails as joyful as possible and discovering the taco truck around the corner something you’ll always remember.
We take what you love about hotels and what you appreciate about vacation rentals and bring them together into one perfect stay.
We’re where plush towels meet full kitchens, and a morning conference call leads to an afternoon of discovering your new favorite neighborhood.
Your accommodation should encourage living life on your terms. At Recreation, you have the opportunity to be productive, adventurous, pampered and relaxed all in one place.
Some of the activities you can experience around our properties include:
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Miles of Hiking and Bike Trails
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Wineries and Breweries
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White Water Rafting Spots
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Ski Runs
We had a wonderful stay! The Airbnb was very clean, comfortable, and the perfect size for our family. The owner was very communicative and made sure everything went smoothly during our stay. We also loved the convenient location it was close to grocery stores and within walking distance of the beach.
We truly enjoyed our weekend here and would definitely come back and rent this place again. Highly recommend!
— Hasserin Tataichy
Thanks for the worry free week in Seattle. Absolutely nothing to complain about here. Exceptionally clean, in a quiet neighborhood, with more than enough space for our two couples. We particularly enjoyed relaxing on the balcony and enjoying the view of the ship channel, between trips to the numerous nearby attractions. Roku TV provided ample selection of entertainment during down time. Communications before, during, and after the trip were excellent. Cannot overstate how appreciated the off-street parking was! Would definitely stay here again if the opportunity arises.
— Paul Gregory
This was our second stay at this wonderful property, and after our earlier visit, it’s the first place we check for availability when visiting family in Seattle. The home is light and airy, spotlessly clean, and stocked with everything you might need for a comfortable stay, including an exceptionally well-equipped kitchen and in-unit laundry. The WiFi is fast and reliable, and there’s even a separate office upstairs. The beds are comfortable, and the showers lovely. The sauna is a nice touch. The location is unbeatable. While the neighborhood itself is peaceful and quiet, the coffee shops, restaurants, and nightlife of the Ballard business district are just a short walk or drive away. Adam and his team at Recreation Stays are outstanding hosts. Our booking was confirmed quickly, and they responded within a few minutes to every email or text message. Check-in and check-out were effortless. Throughout, they went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. We will be back.
— Graeme Dougherty
My partner and I reserved this spot for ourselves and our in-laws for a 3 day getaway on the sound. The space was the perfect size for two couples and two toddlers. Think “beach cabin” vibes. The kitchen is well appointed and the detached patio is amazing for dinners prepared in it. The bedrooms are smaller, but still provide ample space and having three of them is optimal. We walked on the beach and saw deer, seals, snakes, birds, and all kinds of sea critters when the tide was low. The kiddos even swam at the beach just over the bluff from the cabin. The stairs are sturdy and safe to get down to the water. I ESPECIALLY enjoyed my morning coffee on the patio watching the mist roll out and the sun coming up to awaken the bay. Very good stay, worth the price, I totally recommend this spot for a tranquil quiet getaway.
— Jered Burton
We really enjoyed our stay in Unit 12 of the Hi-Tide resort. I was a bit nervous because our unit had no reviews on Airbnb, and I had never been to Moclips before, so there were a lot of unknowns.
We really had a lovely stay. To start with, the communication of the host was very positive and prompt, even though I may have tried their patience with many questions.
We arrived after office hours, and instructions to find our keys and then our unit were very clear.
When we arrived our unit was warmly lit and welcoming with the fireplace lit up.
The decor is cozy, beachy, and feels recently updated. We had pretty much everything we needed. The view from our deck was outstanding, and access to the beach and Moclips river was amazingly close. The feeling of being in a quiet getaway off the beaten path was unique. Highly recommend.
Accessibility note, although this is a lower level unit, access is up a flight of stairs from parking.
— Jill McFarland
Positive:
Property was very nice and cozy, great for a Homebase to go do stuff, or to hang out at.
Negative:
Would have been nice for a few more parking options, as well as making it clear parking on the street outside the home counts towards the car limit in the driveway. That way your trip isn’t interrupted by multiple emails and phone calls. That was the only negative thing about our stay.
— Bailey Strom
Positive:
This is a beautiful and spacious downtown property. It is ideally situated to local attractions, dining, and the ferry to Seattle. It is clean and well maintained. The support staff/team were very attentive to my needs.
Negative:
A couple of extra pillows and a king sized bed would be nice.
— Mark Galligan
We had an amazing time and stay! The cabin the cute and cozy loaded with amenities and everything we needed to feel like we were at home. The WiFi worked really well, the water pressure in the shower was great and at night it was so relaxing listening to surrounding nature and frogs. Thank you for the relaxing stay!
— Audra Heer
Fabulously situated right on the river with a very short walk to coffee & Tavern. Very short drive to local hikes! Saw elk in the yard. The hot tub overlooking the river and forest after a day of hiking was wonderful! The place could use a lick of paint on the interior and the stairs could use some tread as they are very steep ( my feet are dry and despite the handrail and care on my part, I slid down multiple steps on the carpet). Overall, I would absolutely come back!
— Amy Denton
Beautiful, comfortable home and spotlessly clean. The beds were so comfy that everyone slept really well — and the kids loved the bunk beds. The house had everything we needed, with lots of thoughtful little touches.
The loft was the biggest hit with our kids. Gorgeous view, and a fun spot to hang out as a family. The Xbox and the cupboard full of board games went down a treat, and there’s a whole library of DVDs and some good books too. We didn’t get through half of what we wanted to before it was time to leave!
So glad we stayed. We visited mid-summer and the area is beautiful — peaceful, picturesque, with some lovely hikes nearby. We’ll definitely be back when we want a quiet break from the city — hopefully in winter next time, so we can make use of all the snow gear provided.
— Elena Svirko
We stayed here for my wedding getting ready house and it was incredible! Beautiful natural light and an amazing wrap around deck for outdoor moments. They were very accommodating with early check in and the Airbnb was even better than the photos. In fact, there’s actually 3 bathrooms and another bonus bedroom with a single pullout so we didn’t feel cramped at all with 4 sleeping over.
— Lindsey Pogue
The house is exactly as described in the listing; it is a quiet and safe place. The cleanliness inside the house was excellent, but the balcony and the chairs facing the lake were covered in cobwebs. The lake is small, so when motorboats pass by, they create waves that disrupt a peaceful swim. The neighbor constantly smokes marijuana—something I detest.
— Carolina Duarte
Nice house – newer kitchen appliances, clean bathroom and good place to park outside. We had some issues with the door access code and WiFi but host was prompt in communicating and resolving these reasonably. The upper level gets super stuffy in late afternoons esp in hot summer, the host sent a fan and that was helpful. No major concerns other than these.
— Saurabh Kulkarni
The space was adequate and the location is central but overall the condo isn’t a great fit for a family with a young kid. It’s pretty cramped and was difficult to childproof so we spent most of our time outside. We had hoped to use the yard but the grass was poorly maintained and full of goat heads that made it unusable. Fortunately it’s near the beach (though be prepared, the walk is longer than we thought and it’s much easier to drive), and easy access to restaurants and shops. The unit was clean and the host was communicative.
— Kylie Taylor
Amazing location and home! You can tell that the home is a special place for family that owns it. It is well cared for and well stocked. Chef’s kitchen for sure!! The lake is incredible! One of the best I have ever visited with the fresh water and gorgeous views. The neighborhood is super friendly but quiet. At night in the summer the air is fresh, cool and crisp so having the windows open makes for the perfect, restful sleep!! The beds are super cozy. The entire home was extremely clean and tidy! Again, it is very well loved by the owners and management. I host two of my homes and I would say this is a top location on Airbnb!!
— Laura Antonio
We loved our stay at this lovely property, the view was amazing and peaceful, and the kitchen was so spacious and well set up. The beds were comfortable and bathrooms were super clean and tidy. The host was very responsive and friendly. Walking down to the waterfront was nice for daily walks to get coffee. Highly recommend!
— Lindsay Steele
This was a last minute reservation that they were able accommodate even though they were clear that the WiFi had gone down earlier in the day. Plenty of sleep options and a beautiful patio with beach access and views that were lovely! And the hot tub provided privacy and a nice way to end the night.
— Paul Jansma
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