The Hidden Cedar | Private Lakefront Escape

The Hidden Cedar was designed around the feeling of a modern Pacific Northwest lodge. Natural wood, warm textures, moody colors, stone, and large windows connecting the home to the surrounding lake and evergreens. The lodge includes: 🏡 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms - 1 primary suite with king mattress, full bathroom with heated floors throughout, including the shower with rain shower head, private toilet room with Toto bidet, a large soaking tub, and an oversized walk-in closet. Bedrooms 2 & 3 each include a queen bed with closet. Bedroom 4 includes a bunk bed with queen on bottom, twin xl on top. 🕹️ Custom game room with arcade machines, foosball table, poker/game table, bean bag chair, and 77" TV 📏 3,000 sq ft entire private home ☀️ Covered outdoor patio with propane fire table, hot tub, grill, and outdoor fire pit 🛜 Ultra highspeed 1GB Wi-Fi internet with dedicated office 🧺 Washer and dryer 🍿 Log in to your favorite streaming apps on the brand new 77" LG Smart TV in the living room and game room, and two 65" TVs in the primary bedroom and guest bedroom, for Netflix, Hulu, HBO, Paramount, Peacock, Apple TV, Youtube TV, or stream from your device while listening on the surround sound soundbar ☕️ Brand new Ninja Espresso machine for fresh brewed espresso, americanos, with included milk steamer for lattes; also a Nespresso Vertuo machine for fresh espresso or brewed coffee 🍽️ Fully equipped luxury kitchen with full spice set, pots & pans, 48" Wolf gas range and griddle, sub-zero 48" fridge, dishwasher and microwave, walk-in pantry, and more 🔥 Gas fire in the living room 🌲 Private outdoor spaces surrounded by classic PNW scenery, painstakingly protected grounds with native vegetation and trees 🌊 Private Lake Morton waterfront with dedicated shoreline access, included kayaks, stand up paddle boards, and lawn games ---- LAKEFRONT LIVING ---- The lake is the heart of The Hidden Cedar. Lake Morton is a small, quiet neighborhood lake. While motors are allowed, there is a no wake, 8 mph speed limit to maintain the tranquility. 🌲The covered back patio includes a comfortable outdoor sitting area with propane fire pit, natural gas grill. 🛀 7-person hot tub 🎣 Lake Morton is home to record-setting bass, and stocked with rainbow trout among other fish (guests are responsible for ensuring they comply with all local regulations/laws and acquiring their own fishing licenses) 🚣 For exploring the lake, we have two 10ft kayaks and two SUPs (stand up paddle boards) located in the garage. Life jackets are available and recommended, located in the bin next to the kayaks 🏊‍♀️ Private shoreline is accessible down the natural cedar wood chip path down to the water - please exercise caution, to avoid minimize impact to the lot surroundings it may be uneven and appear steep to those with difficulty walking 🔥 A wood-burning fire pit with 8 chairs is available In addition to the beautifully landscaped front and back yards, with grass to play yard games on, and natural landscaping with night lighting bring you to a resort, you'll notice a protected critical area with native vegetation maintained throughout. Protecting wetlands is priority in Washington State and we've tried to keep the property as natural as possible. Guests are requested to stay out of the critical area fenced area and avoid walking over the septic drainfield gravel bars. ---- KITCHEN & DINING ---- The luxury chef's kitchen is fully stocked for everything from slow mornings with coffee to full dinners at home. Modern appliances and a new Nespresso Vertuo machine, Ninja Espresso machine that can brew anything from an espresso, americano, brewed coffee, luxury appliances liked a 48" Wolf gas range and griddle, sub-zero 48" fridge, dishwasher and microwave, 3-stage filtered water on the sink, toaster, silverware, plates and bowls, kitchen knives, and various drinkware. Also included are baking sheets, cooking bowls, cutting boards, blender, NEW nonstick pots and pans, full spice rack with all common (and some uncommon) spices. Grill available under the covered patio. ---- BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS ---- The Hidden Cedar accommodates up to 10 people comfortably across 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, with room for the 10th on the oversized couch in the living room if you're bringing a large group. PRIMARY SUITE Features a luxury king bed, dresser, and sitting chair. The room features motorized room darkening shades, and a walk in closet. Private bathroom has heated floors throughout, including in the shower, a private toilet room with Toto bidet seat (if you know you know), walk-in shower with supplied Dove sensitive skin shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and double vanity with LED mirror and under-cabinet lighting. Full length body mirror. 2ND BEDROOM Features a queen size bed with 2 nightstands and a closet. 3RD BEDROOM Features a queen size bed, 2 nightstands, a closet, and a beautiful dresser with 65" inch LG TV. 4TH BEDROOM Features a bunk bed with queen size mattress on the bottom, a twin xl on top, a dresser and closet. IMPORTANT: The top bunk has a max 600lb weight limit. UPSTAIRS HALLWAY BATHROOM & DOWNSTAIRS BACK BATHROOM These bathrooms include a bathtub shower and walk-in shower respectively, each includes a toilet with Toto bidet seat (again, if you know you know) :) and sink vanities with LED mirror. Both supplied with fresh towels, Dove shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. Additional bathroom located in the front entryway hallway includes a toilet, again with Toto bidet seat. Fresh towels, hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are provided for guests. ---- LOCATION ---- The Hidden Cedar sits directly on Lake Morton, offering a peaceful PNW setting without requiring you to disappear hours into the mountains. Nearby destinations include: * Downtown Maple Valley — ~8 miles \ ~20 min * Lake Wilderness Park — ~9 miles \ ~20 min * Black Diamond — ~10 miles \ ~20 min * Historic Downtown Enumclaw — ~16 miles \ ~35 min * White River Amphitheatre — ~16 miles \ ~30 min * Muckleshoot Casino Resort — ~18 miles \ ~30 min * Seattle-Tacoma International Airport — ~26 miles \ ~40 min * Downtown Seattle — ~32 miles \ ~50 min * Greenwater — ~35 miles \ ~50 min * Mount Rainier National Park (White River Entrance) — ~45 miles \ ~1 hr * Chinook Pass Scenic Byway — ~45 miles \ ~1 hr * Crystal Mountain Resort — ~50 miles \ ~1 hr 10 min ---- IMPORTANT OTHER NOTES ---- Parking - the garage has space for 1 midsize vehicle and can be used during you stay. Additionally, the driveway can fit approximately 4+ cars. EV Charging - a universal Tesla charger is available for use during your stay. This includes the Tesla format charger and a universal J1772 adapter that can be clicked out from the charger. We utilize a smart Ecobee thermostat that can be controlled by guests for comfort during the stay. We live in a peaceful community surrounded by great neighbors. Guests agree to abide by the house rules. We love the community we live in and respect the quiet nature of the neighborhood. Any loud noise complaints or violations will be handled appropriately. Any violation of rules or excess cleaning will incur additional fees. It's very important that the booking include the exact number of guests (preferably by selecting this in your booking, or notifying us via message.) Due to the size of the home, we will prepare the home with enough towels (plus extras) for the number of guests staying. The booking guest must have a verified profile. Guests with no past bookings, no verification or details, may be asked to provide additional, 100% secure verification through our booking management tool (similar to having to show your ID at a hotel).