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Keaton's Korner: Restaurant Review of Gao Lhao

From time to time, the Guesthouse owners' son, Keaton, will review local restaurants. Here, he shares his review of Gao Lhao. I have always considered myself a bit of a foodie. My mom tells me that I was very picky when I was younger, especially afte… Read more
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Licenses, Late Nights, and Cookies: The Real Work of Opening a B&B

Traipsing through Ireland on one of our beloved Rick Steve's tours, our tour guide, Stephen, took us to Dingle where we stayed in the Bed and Breakfast that he owned with his business partner. It was a cute Inn, called Milltown House Dingle , on the … Read more
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How Greenlake Guest House Found Us

It was an ordinary October afternoon, except that my college-age son had come home from class completely depleted. He's a brain tumor survivor of nearly 20 years. Very capable, but the physical demands of a heavy backpack, back-to-back classes, and t… Read more
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Our 2025 Holiday Cookie Recipes

Here at Greenlake Guest House, we bake dozens of cookies to give away to guests and our friends and family every holiday season. We tend to bake longtime favorites, old family recipes, and usually we try a new recipe or two just for the fun of it. Wh… Read more
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What to Do in Seattle During the Fall & Winter Holiday Season

Updated November 2025 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 som… Read more
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Greenlake Guest House Pumpkin Pancake Recipe

Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 5 minutes Servings: 4 Here at Greenlake Guest House , we have been making these Pumpkin Pancakes with Candied Ginger Butter for years. This recipe was originally adapted from Sunset magazine. They are always a gues… Read more
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Greenlake Guest House Blueberry Scone Recipe

Greenlake Guest House Blueberry Scone Recipe Prep Time: 20 minutes Baking Time: 15-20 minutes Servings: 8 Why We Like to Bake These Blueberry Scones: Here at Greenlake Guest House , we sometimes enjoy whipping up a batch of scones to be baked hot fro… Read more
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Exploring the Funky Fremont Neighborhood

Updated July 2025 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 for… Read more
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Your Guide to the Best Biking in Seattle

Biking in Seattle isn't just about the journey; it's also the pit stops along the way. Cruise past the Seattle gardens and pedal through Fremont's funky neighborhood . Catch skyline views as you go. Even Mt. Rainier feels closer when you're exploring… Read more
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Chase Giants and Go Troll Hunting on Your Next Seattle Trip

One of Seattle's most unique things to do is going troll hunting for its famous giants. Yes, Seattle is known for its coffee and its cozy, rainy atmosphere. However, it’s also home to a few elusive, hand-crafted giants. This iconic activity sends adv… Read more