Basecamp for Nature and Nurture Adventures

Lookout Lodge is nestled in Sudden Valley, about 10 miles from Bellingham in Northern Washington. Sudden Valley is an apt name for the region because some of the roads to this house are quite steep! But you are rewarded for your efforts with a house that is right in nature and feels secluded, even though you have neighbors on both sides.

A huge, airy, open-plan living room and kitchen greets you when you walk in the door. There's a wood-burning stove that provides plenty of warmth and ambiance, but there's also traditional heating as well as A/C if it's too warm. A reading nook right by the fire is perfect for curling up with your newest novel, or to watch the 65-inch TV with all the streaming services. A dining table that seats eight will make hosting a breeze, and don't worry about getting your morning started right, as there are fresh beans and a grinder provided along with a traditional coffee maker and French press. Three bedrooms provide beds for six people as well as an air mattress for two more downstairs. Just a 20-minute drive away is the adorable town of Fairhaven, which you can walk around, or Larrabee State Park and Stimpson or Lookout Mountain reserves if you're looking for something more active.

Things We Did

  • Restaurant
  • Hike
  • Café
  • Town
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Small-town pizza joint nestled in Sudden Valley, serving up specialty pizza and pasta dishes.
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Cliffside walks with epic views ending at a beach. Also a great spot for a picnic thanks to the provided benches.
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Short, easy hike with the option to do a longer one if you feel like it. Great forest views – go later in the afternoon, or early in the morning, for sunbeams through the trees.
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Solid breakfast options with a coffeehouse attached, so be sure to order something fancy!
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Diner-style burger joint with low prices and quick service. Comparable to Dick's, if you're a Washingtonian.
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Stroll around the historic downtown area of Fairhaven, which is chock full of mom-and-pop stores, local eateries and breweries galore.

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