Geneva Retreat

Bellingham, WA 2 Bedrooms Vacation Rental

2 Beds
2Baths
4Sleeps
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Amenities

Air conditioning
Fireplace
Wifi/Internet
Long Term Stays Allowed

Reviews

May 03, 2024

Thanks for another great stay! We enjoyed your place very much and particularly appreciate the well-stocked kitchen!

Leigh Van Den Kieboom

Oct 11, 2024

Really well equipped delightfully cozy home in stunning lakeside and woodland neighborhood. Quiet location but only a short distance from downtown Bellingham and Whatcom Falls Park. Thoroughly recommended.

Robert Sharpe

Jul 03, 2025

Great Stay!

Beautiful home and great location. Super close to mountain biking trails and the lake.

Krissi R

Aug 25, 2025

Will return!

Susan Burke

Description

Geneva Retreat is a warm and inviting single-level bungalow tucked into Bellingham’s beloved Geneva neighborhood, just steps from Lake Whatcom. This two-bedroom, two-bathroom vacation home blends Pacific Northwest charm with thoughtful comfort, offering sunlit interiors, cozy gathering spaces, and a fenced backyard perfect for unwinding after a day on the trails or by the water.

What You’ll Love About Geneva Retreat
• Steps from Lake Whatcom and minutes to Galbraith Mountain Trailhead
• Bright interior with high ceilings and original wood flooring
• Spacious living room with large sectional sofa and electric stove
• Chef-ready kitchen with gas stove and solid surface countertops
• Fenced backyard and cozy front porch perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation

Living & Dining
Natural light pours through large windows, illuminating the high ceilings and warm wood detailing throughout the living room. A large sectional sofa invites you to settle in with a movie or warm up beside the electric stove on cool Washington evenings. The dining area flows seamlessly from the living room with comfortable seating for shared meals and a bright, open feel connected to the greenery outdoors.

Chef-Ready Kitchen
The kitchen features a gas stove, solid surface countertops, generous prep space, and all the essentials for at-home cooking. From morning coffee to dinner for the whole group, this kitchen is designed for convenience and comfort, with open shelving and views of the backyard.

Outdoor Oasis
Step into a fully fenced backyard where sunlight filters through evergreens and the manicured lawn offers room to relax. Enjoy morning cocoa on the deck or unwind in the quiet evening air. The covered front porch adds another peaceful outdoor retreat with classic cottage charm and inviting seating.

Sleeping Quarters
• Primary Suite – King bed, ensuite bath, two portable window AC units, best room for a crib
• Guest Bedroom 1 – Twin bed, portable AC unit
• Primary Bathroom – Full bathroom
• Guest Bathroom – Full bathroom

Extras
• Large sectional sofa
• Electric stove fireplace
• Portable AC units
• Washer and dryer
• Laptop-friendly workspace
• BBQ grill
• Private fenced backyard
• Front porch with seating
• Private entrance
• Pets considered with approval

Nearby
• Walk: Lake Whatcom (kayaking, paddleboarding, waterfront views), Neighborhood walking paths, Local parks and lakefront access points
• Short Drive: Galbraith Mountain Trailhead, Downtown Bellingham cafés, breweries, and boutiques, Whole Foods and grocery markets, Mt. Baker Ski Area (1+ hour), Vancouver, BC (1+ hour)

Good to Know
• Pets considered with approval
• Exterior security cameras on property
• Stays over 14 days require a mid-stay cleaning at 50 percent of the departure clean cost, charged at the time of cleaning

Reserve your dates at Geneva Retreat and enjoy a peaceful, well-located home base for exploring Bellingham, the trails, and the beauty of Lake Whatcom.

Room

Beds


Primary

King (1)

Window AC (2 portable window units), Ensuite, Best room for a crib.


Guest Bedroom 1

Twin (1)

Portable AC unit


Primary Bathroom

full bathroom


Guest Bathroom

full bathroom

Kitchen and Dining

  • Dining Area
  • Kitchen Basics
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee Maker
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Dishes Utensils
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • BBQ

Amenities

  • Essentials
  • Shampoo
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hair Dryer
  • Linens
  • Iron
  • Private Entrance
  • Extra Pillows And Blankets
  • Wifi/Internet

Safety Features

  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • First Aid Kit
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Smoke Detector

Suitability

  • Pets Considered
  • Free Parking
  • Ceiling fans
  • Air Conditioning
  • Long Term Stays Allowed
  • Heating
  • Hot Water
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Television
  • Laptop Friendly

Outdoor Amenities

  • Private yard
  • Lanai/Balcony

Location/Property Types

  • Lake

Nearby Activities

  • Hiking
  • Fishing

Promos

  • Holidays
  • NIGHTONUS

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Aug 31, 2022 She made everything convenient and easy for us! * During this stay the property was under previous owner or management. Peter
Apr 12, 2024 Cozy Home The home was very cozy and in the perfect location for our family as our relatives live nearby. The front garden was enchanting and peaceful. The home was lovely inside, it is the perfect place to snuggle down with a good book. The 2nd bedroom was pretty tight but worked for us. We enjoyed our stay. Danielle P.
Apr 12, 2024 Cute rental Cute rental near mountain biking trails. Saw deer and birds from porch Michael M.
Apr 12, 2024 Quiet Retreat Perfect blend of Bellingham cottage and modern amenities – kitchen and bathrooms are nicely upgraded. Lest than 15 minutes from Western Washington University and downtown Bellingham. The ideal retreat to brew some tea, read a book, take a walk near the lake, then drive into town for local beers and dining. Thank you! Trevor L.
May 03, 2024 The house was perfect for us - near our family, lake access, friendly neighbors, everything we needed or wanted. Susan Miller
May 03, 2024 Thanks for another great stay! We enjoyed your place very much and particularly appreciate the well-stocked kitchen! Leigh Van Den Kieboom
Mar 18, 2024 What a beautiful cottage! We enjoyed our stay immensely - very comfortable. The place was clean and very well appointed. Would stay here again if we ever got the chance. Laurie Reed
Dec 06, 2023 My parents had a wonderful stay. The house was very clean, cozy, and had great ammenities. They also loved the neighborhood and proximity to beautiful Lake Whatcom. Emilie Litsinger
Jun 08, 2024 This house was perfect for what our group needed over the weekend. The kitchen had any utensil we would ever need for cooking or baking. It was in a quiet, safe neighborhood as well. The property management group was prompt in responding to my questions. Would stay here again! Mikayla Monroe
Oct 11, 2024 Really well equipped delightfully cozy home in stunning lakeside and woodland neighborhood. Quiet location but only a short distance from downtown Bellingham and Whatcom Falls Park. Thoroughly recommended. Robert Sharpe
Oct 15, 2024 I was pleasantly surprised with my stay! I think the only disappointment was the bed. I was not the best and actually felt like a blow up mattress. I was as if it is very old and the springs collapsed. I would love to stay here again but would like to make sure the mattress is replaced before booking another trip. All in all, I really loved how comfortable the space was and the amount of kitchen tools and items was beyond any other home I have stayed in. The host was very helpful and kind and incredibly responsive. Alesse Bloom
Aug 02, 2024 Very nice fully stocked and comfortable home. The TV set up was my only disappointment. There is no traditional cable box TV set up on the television. The set up is Apple TV. You must bring all your streaming apps with you to access any TV usage. The host was kind enough to set me up to use their NETFLIX (which I never used). There is no live TV except through an app that you are subscribed to. Otherwise, the location and accommodations are great. Eric Minotti
Jul 18, 2024 Easy check in, great communication, lovey location, well stocked—splendid coffee station, books, yoga mats, and ample outdoor seating options. We would definitely come back. Highly recommend! Angeline Allen
Jul 07, 2024 We had a fantastic stay here. The house had everything we wanted. The kitchen space was great to cook meals and had all we needed. Very close lake access and the location was also very bikeable to downtown and Galbraith. The host was super responsive to any questions we had. We will be back! Meghan Valdes
Jun 22, 2024 Great location by Lake Geneva if you like to be away from the hustle and bustle. Still close to great shopping amenities like Whole Foods and Fred Meyer, but located in the upper-scale side of town. House had an abundance of amenities and most of the staples so you did not need to worry about buying olive oil and spices. Neighborhood was very quiet and the lake looked beautiful. Bellingham was a great city overall with lots to do and this was the cherry on top. Will definitely stay here again next time we come to visit friends. Joel Acord
Jun 21, 2024 Was in town for Son’s graduation from Western and wanted a place to gather for meals and relax/hang out. Lovely house on quiet street near Lake Whatcom. Backyard is charming and a great spot to sit outside for a meal when the weather cooperates. Kitchen is the best equipped of any house rental I have experienced. Claudia Hughes
Apr 22, 2024 Great location and very well set up. We will stay here again! Judith Morrison
Mar 18, 2024 What a beautiful cottage! We enjoyed our stay immensely - very comfortable. The place was clean and very well appointed. Would stay here again if we ever got the chance. Laurie Reed
Dec 06, 2023 My parents had a wonderful stay. The house was very clean, cozy, and had great ammenities. They also loved the neighborhood and proximity to beautiful Lake Whatcom. Emilie Litsinger
Mar 05, 2024 Great neighborhood! Enjoyed morning walks to view the lake ! Jennifer Malone
May 03, 2024 The house was perfect for us - near our family, lake access, friendly neighbors, everything we needed or wanted. Susan Miller
May 03, 2024 Peaceful location. Quick drive to the trails. Well stocked kitchen. Katy Ferguson
May 03, 2024 137 books. There were books artistically placed throughout the house. The house was well decorated with art and antiques. It was very serene. The garden was peaceful. The neighborhood was quite and walkable. It was all very calming. Yet it was only 10 minutes from town. Tim Rose
May 03, 2024 Thanks for another great stay! We enjoyed your place very much and particularly appreciate the well-stocked kitchen! Leigh Van Den Kieboom
Dec 12, 2024 My family and I had a wonderful stay at this lovely home over the Thanksgiving holiday. They had just done a holiday photo shoot and asked if we wanted them to leave the decorations up or take them down before our arrival. We opted in. When we walked into the home there were lights and a decorated tree and the table was set for a holiday dinner. It felt like walking into a relative's home. We were informed the night before our arrival that the furnace had given out. The hosts contacted us as soon as they realized this. The bought effective space heaters for every room and turned on the gas fireplace so that by the time we arrived it was warm. The following day (first business day), the repair team was on site before 8am. They had the furnace replaced in quick order. I really appreciated the transparency of the hosts; there were no surprises. We had a fabulous holiday, served a full Thanksgiving meal from the well outfitted kitchen, and experienced a wonderful vacation. Collin Roesler
Jul 12, 2025 We really enjoyed are stay here. The location couldn't be better as it is on the end of the lake nearest to town which makes for easy food shopping. It's also a very short drive to one of our favorite walking spots which is the Simpson Nature Preserve. The house has a very homey feeling with a fully stocked kitchen. There was a basket of toiletries for guests and a basket of snacks in the kitchen which was a nice touch. The location is very quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed the pretty backyard and had the extra treat of sharing it with a deer one morning. We also woke up one morning to enjoy two deer in the front garden. We highly recommend! Jane R
Jul 03, 2025 Great Stay! Beautiful home and great location. Super close to mountain biking trails and the lake. Krissi R
Aug 05, 2025 Wonderful rental in a lovely, quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed our nine day stay very much. We appreciated being a short drive from shopping and restaurants, but still felt like we were tucked away from the busy streets of town. Our 4 year old grandson loved riding his bike on the quiet street. The front and back porches got lots of use for coffee, wine and dining alfresco. We hope to stay here again some day. Annette S
Aug 05, 2025 We will definitely hope to stay there again! We had a lovely stay at this amazing cottage by the lake for my daughter's race weekend. The place was perfect! Everything we needed, from three different ways to make coffee, yoga mats, a snack basket, and an incredibly attentive host. The location was close to town but tucked into a quiet dead-end street. The house was spacious and cozy at the same time, and the front garden and back yard provided perfect outdoor spots to enjoy a morning coffee and an afternoon snooze. Matt S
Aug 05, 2025 Absolutely loved our stay. What a beautiful and well-appointed home in a gorgeous, quiet neighborhood by the lake. Will definitely come back! Lauren L
Aug 25, 2025 Will return! Susan Burke
Sep 17, 2025 Perfect place to stay. Perfect place to stay. The layout met our needs. It was very clean and comfortable. It was furnished with all the practical cooking items and so much more. Everything worked well. We used the BBQ one night and it was very clean. Thr front yard and back yard very quite and peachful. Deer walk around adding a special quitness Paul A
Sep 29, 2025 This home was perfect for our family trip. This home was perfect for our family trip. It was extremely well stocked with everything we needed and more. The home was comfortable and welcoming. Communication within the property management person was great. Jessica was responsive and helpful. I would definitely stay again if I needed the two bedrooms. Eve Q