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Category: Food & Drink
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
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
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
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
Updated July, 2025 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 … Read more
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-min… Read more
Take your tastebuds on a tour with our guide to dining in Seattle! Our city’s food culture is deeply rooted in the region’s natural bounty—think fresh seafood from the Puget Sound, foraged mushrooms, and berries picked just miles from the city. Seatt… Read more
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 rest… Read more
Updated for 2024 Whidbey Island is one of our favorite day trips from Greenlake Guest House for guests who have a car and want to explore beyond the Seattle city limits. It offers a less demanding alternative to Mt. Rainier or Olympic, while still pr… Read more
Let's raise a glass to our guide to exploring Woodinville Wine Country! Just a stone's throw from Seattle, this picturesque region is a wine lover's paradise, boasting world-class wineries and breathtaking scenery. Plan your winery getaway with Green… Read more