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Why You Should Visit Snohomish, WA

Snohomish, Washington, also known as "the antique capital of the Northwest," is one of our favorite year-round day trips from Greenlake Guest House. This small town is located just 30 minutes northeast of Seattle. We love browsing the shops and … Read more
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What to Do in Seattle During the Fall & Winter Holiday Season

The weather may be wet and the days may be shorter during the winter, but that won’t stop Seattleites from having fun. With a good rain jacket or an umbrella, you can enjoy activities inside and out. Skip the crowds and save some money by traveling i… Read more
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Our Signature Cookie Recipe

At Greenlake Guest House, we always offer homemade, freshly baked cookies to our guests. The type of cookie varies each day. This recipe for Oatmeal Cranberry Chocolate Chip Cookies is a guest and family favorite. Adapted from Quaker Oats' famous Va… Read more
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Explore Seattle's Ballard Neighborhood

Updated June 2024 Seattle is known for its distinctive and unique neighborhoods. Although the Greenlake neighborhood is our personal favorite, we always recommend that guests spend some time in Ballard, too, when visiting Seattle. It’s an easy 15-mi… Read more
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Exploring the Funky Fremont Neighborhood

Updated October 2024 Hello, Innkeeper Linsy here to share some of my favorite quirky things about the Fremont neighborhood, located just a 15-minute drive from Greenlake Guest House. This quaint part of town has a variety to offer if you are looking … Read more
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Our Favorite Seattle Museums and Attractions to Visit This Fall

Here are our favorite Seattle museums and attractions for visiting this fall, updated for 2024. Woodland Park Zoo Woodland Park Zoo’s beautiful outdoor exhibits are not to be missed. This beautifully landscaped zoo has a large variety of animals and … Read more
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Innkeeper Katie's Daytrip Recommendation: Hurricane Ridge on Olympic Peninsula

Hello, this is Katie writing a guest blog for Greenlake Guest House. Originally from Kentucky, I love the outdoors and try to go outside whenever I can. Recently, my boyfriend and I did a day trip to Hurricane Ridge in the Olympic Mountains, across P… Read more
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Best Hikes at Mt. Rainier

Assistant Innkeeper Katie’s Favorite Hikes at Mt. Rainier Over my past 4 years of living in Seattle, I have had many opportunities to visit and hike in Mt. Rainier National Park.  One of the best things about this area is waking up and thinking … Read more
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8 Top Outdoor Adventures near Seattle

Step into a world of outdoor adventure in Seattle, where the possibilities are as vast as the Pacific Northwest landscape. From exhilarating hikes to serene boating excursions, these top 8 outdoor activities near Seattle offer a variety of adventure … Read more
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What to Do in Seattle-A Perfect 3-Day Itinerary from Greenlake Guest House

Guests visiting Seattle often ask us for recommendations for what to do. The tough part is narrowing down the list to something reasonable whether you are staying one day or a week! Here is our favorite 3-day itinerary from Greenlake Guest House in s… Read more