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September 2, 2020

10 Reasons to Stay at Our Lake Chelan Vacation Rentals

Whether you’re taking an annual family trip, getting away for a romantic weekend, or adventuring with friends, you’ll create lifelong memories at Lake Chelan. This is a truly special place, with a mix of small-town charm, outdoor adventure, and stunning natural beauty. The Lookout at Lake Chelan is the perfect home base for your vacation. Here’s why you should choose our Chelan vacation rentals:

1. A location that can’t be beat.

Perched on top of a hill, drenched in Chelan sun, our neighborhood has a 365 degree view of the surrounding mountains and hills, downtown, and the clear blue lake.

2. Just a mile from downtown.

Businesses in Downtown ChelanPick up donuts from the local bakery; grab a happy hour cocktail; stock up at the farmer’s market: getting to and from downtown Chelan is easy. It’s just a 5 minute drive, a mile walk or bike ride on the paved path, or a quick boat trip to the public marina.

3. Resort-like amenities for guests.

Our neighborhood includes two pools (one open year round), hot tubs, a splash pad, outdoor kitchens with grills, parks, bocce ball, pickleball, and basketball court, and of course, our waterfront. These amenities are open to all Lookout homeowners and rental guests!

4. Comfortable houses for all.

Beachy Keen vacation rental in lake chelanWith over 70 homes to choose from, you’ll find a Chelan vacation rental perfect for your needs. We have homes that sleep 12+, small cottages for couples, first floor master bedrooms, bunk rooms for kids, and many pet-friendly homes.

5. A private waterfront with marina.

With 700 feet along Lake Chelan, our lakefront location gives all guests staying in one of our Chelan vacation homes free access to our private waterfront, with a swimming area, shallow beach cove, 70 slip marina, boat rentals, and even a dog dock!

6. A walkable neighborhood.

women walking with their sonsWide streets and sidewalks surround our Chelan vacation rentals, and tucked in between are walking paths and trails, pocket parks, and sport courts. Creating a safe, friendly, and walkable environment has been one of the pillars of our Lookout community from the beginning.

7. Endless entertainment for kids.

Beach cove, pool, splash pad, playground…kids have it all at The Lookout. There are parks, plenty of sand, and safe streets for riding bikes. Parents love that they can feel comfortable letting their kids roam, or spend quality time together enjoying activities for all ages!

8. Easy set-ups for working and learning.

table in lake chelan vacation rentalIf you’re not able to be on vacation, this is the next best thing! Work and learn remotely, from the lake. All our Lake Chelan vacation rental homes have free Wifi and plenty of space for quiet environments; some homes have extra amenities like desks and computer monitors.

9. Great access to outdoor adventures.

From The Lookout, you can get to your hiking, biking, golfing, or skiing destination easily, with many trails and courses under 30 minutes away. Our central location at the south end of the lake means you can take day-trips, and still get home for a sunset view!

10. Dedicated service for your stay.

Smoke Bauers Lakehouse in Lake ChelanFrom helping you find the perfect Chelan vacation home, to a free bottle of wine with check-in, to advice on what to do in the area, we are here to serve you! Our staff is on-site to make sure everything about your stay goes smoothly. We also have clear guidelines and measures we’re taking regarding Covid-19 which you can read here.

Explore our vacation rental homes today, and start making your Chelan memories!

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