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Reviews

Molly (Vancouver, BC)

We enjoyed every minute!

We stayed at Blue Heron Lakehouse for our family reunion. Everything in this beautiful home was well organized, neat, clean and tidy. The view of the lake is amazing! We stayed for 4 nights and enjoyed every minute. Thank you to Leslie & Brian for a lovely time at your home!

October 2024

Kristyn (Alexandra, VA)

It’s been an amazing time!

We have enjoyed our visit to your beautiful sanctuary so very much. It’s been an amazing time for the 8 of us longtime friends from Michigan. We now hail from Washington, DC, Chicago, Phoenix, Chicago, Denver, Manhattan Beach and Toledo. Yet when we get together, it’s as if we’ve never left each other. And your setting provided such a great opportunity to connect, relax and laugh, laugh, laugh! Leslie was so responsive and provided perfect recommendations. Thank you, thank you! We all appreciate you and this spot!

September 2024

Judy (Somis, CA)

Perfect spot for our large family to be together!

We had a wonderful time at the house, lots of space for the small kids and all the adults. Kayaks were fun and we even had our son’s boat to use. The steep driveway was a bit of a challenge, thankful for the stairs to get to the upper parking spaces. The house and its accommodations made it worth the climb. All in all, a perfect home for a big family. Thank you for the use of your wonderful home, it was a perfect spot for our large family to be together and enjoy the lake during our son’s wedding weekend! Your home is very comfortable and made us feel at home, as well. The views, garden, birds, ducks, kayaks and fun art around the house are all a winner!

September 2024

Roberto (Seattle, WA)

Leslie and Brian’s place is a true gem!

The house is charming, beautiful, comfortable, clean, spacious and extremely well-appointed, with everything you may need. The setting on Lake Sammamish is fabulous and the landscaping on the property is so beautiful. Can’t say enough nice things about this place. The house has so much life and character that made for a beautiful time for our group. We loved the hydrangeas, the osprey, and the thoughtful design, art, furnishings and character of your beautiful home! We had a lot of laughs and lakeside fun. On top of it, Leslie and Brian were extremely communicative, responsive and flexible. We had a wonderful time in your home! We can’t wait to have another family reunion at the lake house. Such a perfect end to summer!

September 2024

Mike (Los Gatos, CA)

What a beautiful home and view!

From my experience on Airbnb, Brian and Leslie were the best hosts. They were extremely flexible and communicative, providing great local recommendations while working with our family's needs. Their willingness to communicate and work with us made up for the construction next door. They certainly curated a 5- star stay. The view is gorgeous, the house is spacious, yet inviting, and the outdoor area provides ample opportunity to hang as a group or find some seclusion. We loved every corner of the house and outdoors. The décor is so kicky and fun. We also did some hiking and stopped to pick up some great seafood to cook at the house in the killer kitchen…it felt like home! Thank you for being such great hosts!

August 2024

Mike (Maple Valley, WA)

Amazing property and great hosts!

This house on the lake was one of our favorite rentals of all time. Great communication from Brian who went above and beyond to make sure our boat would work on their dock. I could find no flaws in the house or grounds. Everything was lovely and our family very much enjoyed our time on the lake. We would absolutely be back again. Thanks Brian and Leslie!

August 2024

Ting (Atlanta, GA)

What a beautiful home on Lake Sammamish!

We are three families with kids 6-18. Everyone enjoyed this beautiful home! This house just seems to have anything and everything to offer for all ages. We felt like nowhere we wanted to go besides stay here from the moment we woke up in the morning to late at night. Cooking, playing on the lake, fishing, watching boats and airplanes come by. Kayaking, swimming, anything you could think of, we did it. 5-star amenities and just so much to do! Brian and Leslie were wonderful hosts. We definitely would come back again!

July 2024

Hari (Burlingame, CA)

By far the best Airbnb experience we have had!

What an amazing vacation! It was amazing to come here during the 4th of July, something that has always been on our bucket lists. The photos don’t do the property justice, it was so beautiful. By far the best Airbnb experience we have had. Such an amazing and serene setting on the lake. Extremely well appointed to have amazing times with friends and family. So many memories were created that we will always cherish. Brian is a super helpful and responsive host. Thank you so much! We hope to come again someday.

July 2024

Rebecca (Fort Worth, TX)

The perfect place to relax, rejuvenate and rejoice!

For our first week, three generations gathered for an annual family vacation and to celebrate my 70th birthday. The house is a WOW. and gets a 5-star rating! It is obvious a lot of thought went into the guests’ comfort. In all the numerous houses I’ve rented, I’ve never seen a better stocked kitchen. Coming from Texas, we took advantage of the weather and enjoyed dining outside each night. Having a table close to the grill and the supplies in the boathouse really helped reduce steps back to the kitchen. The kids enjoyed swimming, kayaking and catch-and-release fishing. Once the family departed, my longtime girlfriends arrived. This property was the perfect place to relax, rejuvenate and rejoice. We used Leslie’s recommendations on places to shop for the best foods. Each night we prepared a feast of healthy and delicious dinners. The kitchen was perfect for this group of expert cooks. The fish in this area is amazing! We enjoyed halibut, tuna and king salmon. We enjoyed all aspects of this incredible home: Outdoor dining, swimming, hot tub, quiet dock time, birdwatching and fireside chats. We were visited daily by the blue heron (Gius) and a majestic bald eagle.

July 2024

Dan (Michigan)

We especially enjoyed the beautiful outdoor spaces.

We had a wonderful stay with our family at the Blue Heron lake house. Hosts were amazing with communication and ideas for our stay. We especially enjoyed the beautiful outdoor spaces. It made our time away from home so much more enjoyable and special, and the lake is a perfect backdrop for a relaxing getaway. Highly recommend for anyone looking to get the best of Seattle while enjoying the natural beauty of the lake.

June 2024

Matthew (Seattle, WA)

This is a special property!

We had family from Oklahoma, 11 quests total, from a four-month-old to his grandparents. The home is warm and comfortable and perfect for entertaining. The kitchen and outdoor grill area are perfect, and the hosts thought of everything. We had requested use of kids ware and the corn hole game. When we arrived, Amazon had just dropped off new corn hole bean bags and kids ware (plates, cups etc.) The hosts were very attentive and when we were in need of something the house manager was on property within hours. As we are fortunate enough to live in Seattle, we will hope to have the opportunity to rent "The Blue Heron Lakehouse" again!

March 2024

Dhaarmika (Bellevue, WA)

Your home and care made us feel so at peace!

We loved the outdoor space, watching the birds and ducks, listening to the water trickle and gazing at the lake. All the amenities in your home are so thoughtful, and the different common spaces allowed us to gather and not feel crowded. Your home is beautiful and very special, and the intention you put into everything added to our enjoyment!

January 2024

Helena (Portland, OR)

We really had the time of our lives here!

What a wonderful place to have a sibling reunion with their families. The lake view was simply breathtaking—so serene and rejuvenating! Thank you for your wonderful and well-kept home – so welcoming. Hope all who come here will have such a great time. God bless this place!

December 2023

Eric (Flagstaff, AZ)

What a perfect location for our family reunion!

The house, Blue Heron Lakehouse, offered so many opportunities for both togetherness and separation. The house has absolutely everything you need. The spectacular view and our luck in having sunny days just enhanced our get-together. The fire pit and hot tub were used and enjoyed, and the kayaks were a great way to enjoy the lake. Laughter, good food and family togetherness in an amazing space—thank you so much! We had great communication with the owner throughout the entire process. We hope the next people have as wonderful of an experience as we did!

December 2023

Vail (Danville, CA)

The view of the lake is unparalleled!

Our family enjoyed your lovely lake house tremendously! Thank you for sharing. Your artwork is fun to look at, the kitchen is spectacular, the bedding snuggly and the view of the lake is unparalleled! The house has a terrific serenity mixed with a fun vibe. Happy Thanksgiving 2023!

November 2023

Alexander (San Francisco, CA)

Amazing place with amazing hosts!

I couldn’t have asked for anything more!

November 2023

Lisa (Sherman, TX)

Would most definitely stay here again!

We loved every minute at Leslie and Brian’s beautiful Lakehouse. Anything we needed was provided. They were fantastic hosts!

October 2023

Sue (Fremont, CA)

Fall Adventure!

The home was lovely, as advertised, with much attention to detail. Very clean and nicely appointed. Hosts were the absolute best!

October 2023

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