Updated for 2024   Where to Hike Lately, we’ve been getting lots of questions from guests about the best places to hike and experience nature near Seattle. The Cascade Mountains and foothills are very accessible from Seattle and offer lots of opportunities for outdoor recreation. In the spring, many of the higher elevations still have …

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Updated for 2024 In our opinion, a visit to Seattle is not complete without a visit to a lovely garden. Spring is one of the prettiest times to visit Seattle. There is nearly always something in bloom. Seattle springtime begins quite early with flowering camellias and hellebores in February, daffodils and cherry blossoms in March, …

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Updated March 2024 We are fortunate to be located in a very walkable neighborhood here at Greenlake Guest House. Green Lake's 2.8 mile walking path is just steps away.  The Green Lake neighborhood has 2 small business districts within a few blocks of our property in each direction. Our guests enjoy being able to walk …

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Updated January 2024 Let’s face it, we’re all getting a little stir-crazy during these cold winter days. Why not consider a Seattle visit or staycation? Here are our best recommendations on what to do in Seattle this winter and early spring.   Urban Walks Seattle days are typically mild in winter and the days are …

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