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Water view Studio Unit

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Exterior
Property grounds
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 230 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Water view Studio Unit

Charming lakefront building built in 1903 as a boys gymnasium, converted into 12 separate apartment units in the 1950's. This studio unit, with a sitting area separated by a kitchen. The unit is located on the 3rd floor and has spectacular views of the lake. There is no elevator, you will need to climb 3 flights to reach the unit. The last flight of stairs is narrow.

Originally a gymnasium for a boys' school, this charming 12-unit apartment complex, sits on a spacious lakefront lot, in a residential neighborhood.

This is on the 3rd floor, a studio unit sleeps 2 with 1 bathroom with shower (no bathtub). A small living room with water view and a kitchen. The last set of stairs to the 3rd floor are narrow.

This unit has fantastic views and all the comfort of a home. No elevator in the building. To reach unit, it is necessary to climb stairs.

The fully equipped kitchen includes a gas stove, toaster, coffee maker (coffee, tea, hot chocolate), and a fridge. Pancake mix and basic cooking necessities (oil, some spices) are provided for your convenience.

There is a small deck, on the 3rd floor right outside the unit with amazing views.

A canoe and kayaks are available for your use. Life vests must be used . The canoe and kayaks need to be brought back on land and left where found. All other water toys belong to our tenants, please do not use them.

The dock, and the common areas are shared by the tenants. This again is a 12 unit building with no elevator.

Property manager

Renu patten

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 320 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Quite hours after 10 pm Life jackets worn at all times with kayaks, canoe or paddleboards Smoking in outside designated areas only.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Water Studio Unit Lakewood
Water View Studio Unit Lakewood
Water View Studio Unit Apartment
Water View Studio Unit Apartment Lakewood

About the area

Located in Lakewood, this apartment is on a lake. Fort Lewis Museum and Freighthouse Square are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Tacoma Mall and 6th Ave. Check out an event or a game at Tacoma Dome, and consider making time for Puyallup Fairgrounds, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Lakewood, WA

What's nearby

  • Pacific Lutheran University - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Joint Base Lewis-McChord - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Tacoma Mall - 11 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Tacoma Dome - 13 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Emerald Queen Casino - 15 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Lakewood Station - 7 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Water view Studio Unit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Water view Studio Unit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Water view Studio Unit?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Water view Studio Unit located?

Situated on a lake, this apartment building is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Steven A Cohen Military Family Clinic and within 3 miles (5 km) of St. Clare Hospital and Fort Steilacoom Dog Park. Lakewold Gardens and Stina's Cellars are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Water view Studio Unit Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super cute and convenient. Lots of homey extras
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

anlyn f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

Full kitchen living area bed and bathroom in a cute and cozy space. View of the lake and lots of board games and access to water toys ! Would recommend and come back again! Thank You!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakeside

Apts very clean and well appointed. Beds comfy. Showers hot. House quiet. My second stay here and I will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Two nights delight

Great studio lodging. Very roomy with comfortable bed. Cute little kitchen even came with pancake mix and syrup along with drip coffee maker and frig. Nice view through the trees of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A hidden gem!

Wonderfully appointed property from the studio to the outdoor activities. We found the studio to be quiet, clean and comfortable. The property grounds are a dream with a BBQ area, fire pit area, grassy area leading to the dock and water! We did not want to leave.

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it

We were in town to see our son, first time in the Pacific Northwest. Staying at the Inn was an excellent choice--beautiful lakefront location w/ access to the dock and amenities, a well-appointed studio apartment with full kitchen and bath, and easy access to local amenities. Friendly and quiet. I'm hoping it will be available for our next trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Julia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Solo Traveler

Nice cozy room rental with comfortable bed. It was clean and in a nice location. No A/C, but opening a window let in very nice cool evening air. Unfortunately, I did not have a good experience when communicating with the on-site manager. It's unnerving as a single woman traveling solo when there is no timely communication with the on-site manager. However, the owners were very responsive and I appreciated that. Also, I was unfamiliar with this type of lodging. The front door to the home stays open 24/7 with individual rooms/apartments on the inside. Not bad, just unexpected as I did not understand that when reading the posting/reviews. Again, traveling solo, I would probably not stay in this type of lodging again. This is simply a personal preference and to inform others who might not be familiar with this type of lodging.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terijo S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Wonderful Retreat...

What a great property manager who lives on site. It was tranquil and restful. I will definitely return for longer than 3 days!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and Great Location

Great communication and beautiful location! Studio was very clean and comfortable Worked perfect for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We found this studio to be wonderful and comfortable! The views are great, and the property itself is worth a stroll, many visual treats. The room is super clean, and Ron is an excellent host. The only draw back for me is a bad knee, so the stairs were hard to navigate up and down 3 flights. We will definitely book again if we're back in the area (on a lower floor), and highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay. We loved being able to cook our own meals, the place was very quiet, and having free access to kayaks and the beautiful lake was a bonus! Not far from great waterfall hikes and Mt. Rainier National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and Charming

Great value and great location .
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leanna Y., Rancho Cucamonga

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Nice place to stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The studio was perfect for us. I need a kitchen to cook safe, gluten-free meals while traveling. In addition, the bed was really comfortable. We had enough room for the two of us for a week, and we enjoyed the firepit outside near the lake one evening. We'll book again next time we visit our daughter.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Anna C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As expected for price

The views from this property are lovely, check in and checkout were seamless, and communication was easy. My only complaint would be that the whole place smells like cat urine which was so strong that people commented on my clothes smelling like cat urine when I would go to work. Its not just the unit I stayed in, the halls and stairwells did as well.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamal H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the best stays in the Tacoma area

This place was awesome, the host was amazing as well. My daughter's visited me while I stayed as well as my girlfriend and the owner was very understanding. The property is beautiful and if you get the chance take you or the kids on the canoe, it was well worth it
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Steilacoom Lake Property

The room was very nice and very clean. The bed was comfortable. There was a little bit of a smell when you walked into the main building, but that went away when you got into the room. There were kayaks, canoes and paddle boards to use. You can’t beat the price. If the owners wanted to spiff up the place, they could paint the outside of the place and replace the carpet on the stairs. Our room was great
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Lori J.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Acceptable

The property was nice and the unit is located on a nice lake but the building needs to be updated (painted, carpet, floors finished, secure balcony, etc). Our unit needed some decorating TLC also so it looks more presentable (rugs, a bed skirt, etc.) but those things aren’t a deal breaker. It was nice to be within walking distance of a plaza in case we needed anything. Overall, it was “okay” but I probably wouldn’t stay there again unless it is updated.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dana T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dekoban on The lake

My fiancee and i habe stayed here before. It was so great we had to come back! This time was even better than the last! Nice, cozy apartments, beautiful, well kept grounds, and tons of amenities at your disposal. Its right on Steilacoom Lake and their are canoes,and kayaks fornyour use. Firepits, BBQs, etc. A Also close to shopping. And Ron is such an AWESOME host, very friendly and willing to help in any way he can! We highly recommend this spot for a nice long weekend get away!!! We'll be back again Ron! Thanks for a very memorable trip!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Kari C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place for the price

This little room is perfect if you need an affordable, quiet and peaceful place to stay. I'm a bit of a clean freak, so I would have preferred some of the cupboards/closets been cleaner, but it didn't ruin our stay. Over all a very nice experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Jackie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

The apartment was a little warn but very nice. There was a problem with the booking and I only had 2 days instead of the 4 that I was suppose to have. A problem with Vrbo and AirBnb. The owner tried to help but was doubled booked. The tenant landlord was very nice and helpful. I would stay there again. For the price it is a great place to stay if only for the lake front area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marc B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Great stay

Vrbo provided wrong code for lock box. So check with property manager before arriving
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We will look at this place again for future stays.

Other than being on the third floor our stay was great.

8/10 Good

Cynthia S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy 3rd Floor Amid Trees

This unit was charming with eclectic art and a nostalgic feel. There was a game room corner with a variety of board games and books. It was a bit of a challenge getting luggage to the third floor but the stairway hearkened back to yesteryear with charming corners and cut out views. The stairs were carpeted and there was a good sturdy hand railing. Creaky wooden floors and a great view on third floor amid 50-60 foot tall trees just added to the charm for me. The dock area down at the lake was a pleasant place to relax at and we even saw a beaver swim by at twilight. There is also a nice barbecue area which we did not have the opportunity to use. One suggestion is I would like to see the entryway cleaner and neater and attention to the smell of the entry area which has musty. The grounds around the building could also be picked up a bit. There is a laundry accessible for use! The gentleman who came up to greet us was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019