Lake Quinault is a pristine glacier-fed lake on the southern tip of the Olympic National Park in Washington State. Before the arrival of European settlers, indigenous tribes inhabited the area, and the Quinault people, a Native American tribe, own the lake today. This temperate rainforest received attention from conservationists during the increase of logging in the early 20th century. As a result of the people and the government’s efforts, the area is now protected and Lake Quinault’s magic was safeguarded for everyone to enjoy. Today, guests from nearby regions flock to this area to hike through the forest trails and marvel at the calm lakeside landscape set against the backdrop of the mountainside. If you’re looking for a peaceful vacation to enjoy the fresh air outdoors, read this article to learn about the best Airbnb vacation rentals near Lake Quinault, Washington.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 11, 2024.
1. Lakeside home with patio (from USD 425)
This four-bedroom lakeside home is in a private cove on the outskirts of Olympic National Park, with easy access to Lake Quinault. Kayaks on the property are shared with the two adjacent cottages and are free to use. If you have the chance, the sunrise is worth witnessing from this part of Lake Quinault, since every room in this home has a panoramic view of the lake. The kitchen is spacious, modern, and fully equipped. It’s a great place to birdwatch for eagles and to go fishing in the surrounding waters. You can take a drive around the lake to enjoy the scenery, to visit the Quinault Big Cedar, or hike in Maple Glade Trail a 15-minute drive away.
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we had great wifi connection and even cell servicethe view was great kitchen was renewed and okthe space was open and roomy and the kitchen was great to cook inthe house is cozy and the lake and mountain views are stunningthe wifi wasn’t very strong if you want to stream a tv show/movie you might have issuesCleanliness:
everything was clean and accessiblevery clean and looks to have been recently remodeledthe house was clean and organizedoverall the places looks clean and lovelybrenda’s house is clean and neatHost:
brenda is a lovely hostgood communication great hosthost was great the home had plenty of space and was equipped for all our needslast but not the least we are very appreciative of the hostbrenda was quick to respond and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
awesome location on lake quinaltgreat house in a beautiful locationa beautiful and absolutely perfect locationthis was an incredibly peaceful and beautiful locationthe house location is amazing house was super clean
2. Lakeside home with shorefront firepit (from USD 189)
This studio home is tucked amongst massive trees in the Olympic National Park. It has a queen-sized bed and a modern fully equipped kitchen. The lake is a short walk downhill where you’ll find a fire pit with a small beach when the tide is low. You can borrow the host’s kayaks and paddle in the lake’s calm waters. This area is great for bird watching and foraging wild mushrooms. Your host makes preserved food items, and you can request something to be made for a special occasion. You can hike the trails in the area or drive 45 minutes out to the towns of Ocean Shores, Pacific Beach, and Seabrook, which has markets, restaurants, and beaches.
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the space is cozy and homey with beautiful views and very comfortable furniture/beddingcozy space with great viewthe view from the living room window is far better than picturedthe shower is fun and has a view of the lakenice studio apartment actually in the national park with view over garden to the lakeCleanliness:
everything was clean and tidyvery clean and tidy placea small but clean studio apartment with everything a couple would needthe space was incredibly clean comfortable and cozythe apartment was very clean and had everything we needed to make our stay comfortableHost:
she was a very helpful host yet gave us all of the privacy we neededjennifer was a lovely host and quick to answer any questionsexcellent host and warm and cozy spacebeyond that the hosts are amazingthe hosts were amazing and did a great job of making you feel welcome and preparedRead more reviewsLocation:
the perfect getaway close to hikes and beachesthe location was an easy drive to stunning hikes and areas and even the beachgreat location for exploring the beautiful rain forest or wild coastal beachesreally wonderful place right on the lakefantastic location minutes away from some great trails
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3. Cozy cottage with outdoor deck (from USD 356)
This two-bedroom cottage can host up to eight people with five comfortable beds. The large living area and modernly outfitted kitchen can easily serve a meal for your group. It has a large-screen TV and WiFi, but the sweeping view of the lake just might distract you. There is a breezy outdoor deck from where you can enjoy an outdoor barbecue. You might be lucky and spot some Bald Eagles soaring above you or perched on trees nearby. Exploring the grounds in Olympic National Park is a must, which is teeming with wildlife. Maple Glade Trail and July Creek are a 10-minute drive away, and if you want to venture further out, a 45-minute drive will bring you to the shores of Kalaloch Beach.
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nice kitchen great view from most of the housethe kitchen is well equipped and there’s a beautiful creek on the property with a fire pitCleanliness:
very clean very roomy place for our family of fiveher property was extremely clean well-appointed and a great size for our family of 6Host:
nice house and great host everything else was also very goodbrenda is an excellent host very responsive and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location & stay you'll feel right at homehowever you can walk 2 minutes to a beach and have a gorgeous full view
4. Tranquil shorefront cabin (from USD 270)
This homely cabin can accommodate six guests. It has large windows and a panoramic glass door that overlooks the lake. It has a propane fireplace, central air conditioning and heating, high-speed WiFi, and cable TV. This multi-story house has three bedrooms and a charming, fully stocked kitchen for cooking meals. You can enjoy a small bonfire in the firepit at the lakeside to gaze at the stars at night. Kayaking and fishing on the lake’s calm waters or walking along the shore is peaceful and recommended, and the sunsets are majestic in this area. You can hike along the trails, such as Maple Glade Trail, or visit the creeks nearby as well.
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the beds were comfy and the view of the lake very niceonly thing i would change is make the wifi connection betteri wish there were more amenities like shampoo and conditioner and the kitchen was a bit bareall wifi and equipment worked perfectlycomfortable beds kitchen utensils couches fireplace barbecue grill and tvCleanliness:
very clean and well equippedcabin was clean cosy and comfortablenice place and very cleaneverything was very clean fresh and very well maintainedimmaculately clean and lots of outside space to enjoyHost:
brenda is a fantastic host and was there to help us and check that everything is okbrenda was a great host would absolutely stay here againbrenda was super responsive to questions and worked to make our stay wonderfulbrenda was kind and everything was as we expectedbrenda lives nearby (across the street) and is a friendly attentive and experienced hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location on the lakeamazing location right on the lakegreat location very nice placegreat location next to the lakegreat location right on the lake
5. Spacious lake house with private boat launch
This three-bedroom lake house can fit up to 12 guests, with four bedrooms and eight beds. It has large windows overlooking the lake, which offers a spectacular view. The wide front yard is perfect for pitching a tent if you want to sleep outdoors under the night sky next to the lake. It has a space to park an RV, and a private boat launch, but keep in mind that no high-speed boat riding is allowed. The roomy outdoor covered patio is perfect for enjoying a nightcap. Inside, you’re met with a modern kitchen, a spacious living area, and a cozy fireplace. It has a game room that’s adjacent to the house, with a pool table, foosball, and a dartboard. If you want to explore the area, a five-minute drive will take you to restaurants, Willaby Falls Trailhead & Campground, and the Quinault Rainforest Trail nearby.
Amanda Park, Washington, United States
43.3 km (27.0 mi) from Olympic National ParkAccommodates: 12
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nice comfortable home; lots of space and beautiful view out the back over the lake and mountainsit was super clean has a great view and the space is cozy and comfortablegreat location for a family get-together spectacular hiking swimming lawn games and simply taking in the viewthe game room was great and we had lot of fun therebeds were comfortable and there was plenty of room for a family of fiveCleanliness:
the house was very clean and there were plenty of towels for everyoneit was extremely clean and the beds are comfortablevery clean house with great amenitiesthe place is clean and the kitchen is well provisionedvery clean and great locationHost:
rick offered quick helpful responsesalso the host was super responsive and helpfulfriendly lovable neighbor dogs were a treatgreat communication with the host easy checkinthey were very friendly and the boys in our group played fetch with them for hoursRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location and a beautiful housegreat location and place well equippedthe location worked out wonderful for usamazing location really enjoyed our stay highly recommendedi can’t say enough about how amazing the location is
6. Ranch-style home with large yard (from USD 369)
This ranch-like vacation home can accommodate 10 guests with its 4 bedrooms and 5 beds. It sits on an expansive 5.2 acres (2.1 ha) of land along South Shore Road in the Quinault Rain Forest. It has a spacious outdoor deck where you can have a barbecue and a large yard to play frisbee in. You might even see a herd of elk across the street grazing. The kitchen is fully fitted and suited for making meals for large groups. The property is near Colonel Bob’s Trailhead, Maple Glade Rainforest Trail, and Merriman Falls for some hiking and sightseeing.
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each room is spacious and neat with 1 king 2 queen and 2 full size bedsthe house was exactly as we expected super roomy and comfortablethe beds were very comfortablethe beds were very comfortableso many thoughtful touches games loaded kitchen outdoor activities etcCleanliness:
clean nice place to stayeverything was great and cleanthe house was well set up and very cleansuch a wonderful house quiet and cleanthe house is really clean and provided a lot of suppliesHost:
host made everything very easythe hosts were great responded quickly and added fun little welcoming extraskellie was very responsive to us and we checked in smoothlykellie was very responsive and was very accommodating to our groupRead more reviewsLocation:
great place close to everything coolbeautiful cute little general store and mercantile very closegreat location and wonderful spaceit is peaceful and close to many amazing hikes and sitesalso very nicely located to explore olympic national park
7. Gorgeous country home (from USD 253)
This two-bedroom home in the heart of the Quinault Rain Forest is on 4 acres (1.6 ha) of land surrounded by evergreen trees. It has a large covered porch where you might see elk graze close by or birds flying overhead. You can enjoy a bonfire in the firepit in the yard or have a picnic underneath a tall tree that has a swing. This home has a gas fireplace and stove, a fully functional kitchen, and high ceilings. Walk along South Shore Road to sightsee, visit Zeigler Creek, go see the World’s Largest Sitka Spruce Tree or hike Big Spruce Trailhead - all these are a 15-minute walk down the road. Last but not the least, you can go kayaking and enjoy the sunset at Lake Quinault.
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the beds were super comfyamazing cottage in the forest quiet and cozyserene peaceful comfortable and well stocked with all of the basic amenitiesvery pretty cozy house :) there are plenty of bed for 7 of usthe beds are great the kitchen well appointed a great grill and outside fire pitCleanliness:
clean and very cozyit was very clean and well equippedvery clean spacious and cozythe house is clean and well equippedspacious very clean and very comfortable bedsHost:
owners were amazing to work withmike and hollie are great hosts and readily available if you have any questionsthank you for hostingmike and holly were available by phone whenever we needed them and were very friendlymike and hollie respond very fast and they are very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location that's so close to amazing things near lake quinaultthe location of this house is excellentlocation was very good toolovely location and a really well maintained housegreat location near lake quinault
8. Cozy woodland cottage with fire pit
This spacious three-bedroom home surrounded by hemlock and maple trees can host seven guests. The peaceful area is teeming with wildlife since Quinault Rain Forest is just nearby. This cozy cottage has a fire pit outside, so you can enjoy toasting marshmallows surrounded by trees. Kestner Homestead trail is just across the street from this home, which leads to the Ranger Station and Maple Glade Trail a 15-minute walk away. You can drive down to Lake Quinault five minutes away, or Merriman Falls and Bunch Falls found a 30-minute drive away.
Amanda Park, Washington, United States
36.28 km (22.6 mi) from Olympic National ParkTop guest reviews
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house was cozy and warm with great internetsteve’s place is comfortable with luxurious touches like soft blankets and lots of comfortable furniturebeds were comfy and the shower nice and hotthe kitchen is generously stocked with snacks beverages and suppliesCleanliness:
it was very clean and comfortablebeds were clean and very comfortablevery clean and perfect locationHost:
lots of nice touches here with a friendly responsive hoststeve was a great host who went the extra mile to ensure we had a great timethe house is really cute and the host had taken time to make the place really welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is unique and beautifulthe location is a great spot for access to various points in the olympic national forestcozy and authentic amazing location to see the rarest forests in the worldthe cottage is close to some beautiful hiking areaswe all enjoyed staying in a national park which is something we had not done before
Relax at Lake Quinault
Lake Quinault is a perfect vacation spot if you’re looking to commune with nature. The calm waters of the lake are perfect for kayaking, fishing, marveling at the sunset against the backdrop of the mountains. If you need a break from the busy city life, this list of the best Airbnb vacation rentals near Lake Quinault, Washington, should get you started.
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