Just 25 minutes from Seattle, this 5-bedroom, 5-bath Auburn vacation rental provides a luxurious getaway on 37 acres of garden with a private lake! The expansive 5,800-square-foot interior brims with essential amenities like a fully equipped chef's kitchen and furnished wraparound porch. Plus, the convenient location is close to salt water parks, restaurants, and more! Book today for a private, elegant, and utterly unique retreat in the Evergreen State. -- THE PROPERTY -- 12 Miles to Seattle-Tacoma Airport | 5,820 Sq Ft | 37 Private Acres | Built in 1906 Enjoy plenty of on-site luxury at this expansive Auburn abode, perfect for large groups visiting the Pacific Northwest! Suite 1: King Bed | Suite 2: Queen Bed | Mill Pond Suite: Queen Bed | Suite 4: Queen Bed, Twin Bed | Arbor Suite: 2 Queen Beds | Additional Sleeping: 7 Rollaway Beds INDOOR LIVING: Media room, 60-inch flat-screen TV w/ cable, listed on National Register of Historic Homes, stained glass windows OUTDOOR LIVING: Privacy gate, garden, lakeside, private dock KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, epicurean kitchen, equipped to host 30 people GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, central heating & A/C, complimentary toiletries FAQ: 2 External security cameras PARKING: Driveway (5 vehicles), overflow parking lot (15 vehicles), additional overflow parking available -- THE LOCATION -- Private and serene are the words that come to mind when staying at this beautiful Auburn property! Boasting a central location, this home truly provides easy and quick access to popular Seattle attractions, great restaurants and shops, and the scenic Puget Sound! Spend a day at Redondo Beach, located only 15 minutes away from the property! Sunbathe next to the cool water, comb the beach for the perfect seashell, or walk the wooden boardwalk to take in the scenery. Other outdoor destinations close by include Saltwater State Park, Emerald Down Racetrack, and several golf courses such as Riverbend Golf Complex! Venture 25 minutes north to Seattle for a full day of sightseeing! First, visit the Seattle Aquarium to meet exotic and local sea life. Afterwards, stroll through the Waterfront Park until you reach the Seattle Great Wheel with climate-controlled gondolas that offer a bird's-eye-view of the city. Travel even higher on the iconic 605-foot Space Needle! If you visit on a Saturday, make sure to stop by the Pike Place Market, one of the oldest continually operated farmer's market in the United States! Buy fresh produce, seafood, and crafts from local farmers and boutique owner-operated stores. Additional attractions include the Seattle Art Museum, Museum of Pop Culture, and the Paramount Theatre, where big-name shows play regularly. Just 4 miles away from the home is Virginia Mason Athletic Center, home of the Seattle Seahawks training center and headquarters! In the evening, relish a superb meal out in Seattle at restaurants like Elliott's Oyster House or The London Plane. Feast closer to home on Washington staples at Duke's Seafood and Chowder! -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking inside the mansion - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras, above the garage, front door, back door, and east entrance, all facing outward. They do not look into interior spaces - NOTE: There is a small private area for management to reside part-time, an employee office, bathrooms and storage spaces accessed through garage doors under the house - NOTE: The property sleeps 11 guests in beds and can accommodate up to 7 additional guests on rollaway beds (please contact Evolve for additional information) - NOTE: Guests can still entertain up to 30 people during the daytime. This is a generous gated 37-acre property with lakes and gardens - NOTE: Groundskeepers live part-time in a separate unit and may be present during your stay