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Local Experiences

In the Surrounding Area

21 Acres
An amazing array of things to do and places to see has flourished alongside the wineries and tasting rooms in Woodinville. In fact, the rural beauty of the area and the roots of the farming community have been here for generations. Many of the local treasures listed below feature special events all year round. For more information about local activities while you’re here, or for help planning an itinerary that makes the most of your stay with us, please contact our concierge at guestservices@willowslodge.com

Gardening & Gifts

Woodinville is home to the original Molbak's, a landmark for garden lovers since 1956, with over a million visitors a year.  Browse the ever-changing display of plants in its 16-acre greenhouse and nursery, along with hundreds of alluring gifts for home and garden. You'll find the world's largest selection of all-natural sea salt at Saltworks - over 100 varieties of premium artisan salts.  Sample an array of products and take home some bath and spa salts or gourmet sea salts for culinary use.

Molbak's Gardening Store
bowl of vegtables

Farms

See a century-old cider press in action at Off the Branch Farm. Enjoy fresh-pressed varietal ciders, and shop the 90-year old barn store for apple butter, applesauce, apple chips, Blue Cottage jams, local honey and apple syrup. Shop 21 Acres, the year-round indoor Farm Market at this community-based demonstration farmstead devoted to sustainable living.  Located in a beautiful rural setting, 21 Acres also offers special events and classes in its Learning Center and Demonstration Kitchen. From May-September, enjoy the Woodinville Farmers Market every Saturday from 10:00AM-3:00PM. This open air market offers fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, baked goods, ciders and so much more. Located across the road from the lodge, JB Family Growers is home to The Lavender Farm and Flower Market, and The Pumpkin Farm and Puzzle Patch during the autumn. Pick fresh lavender in the field or cut your favorite bouquet of colorful flowers. Walk through miles of trails or stop at some of their selfie spots to get that perfect photo.

Shopping

Experience over 250 world-class retail brands, including Nordstrom, along with dozens of fine dining establishments at Bellevue Square in the heart of downtown Bellevue.  Also in Bellevue, Lincoln Square and The Shops at the Bravern, home to a high-end collection of shops including Hermes and Gucci. Redmond Town Center is just a few miles away from the lodge and includes specialty shops and restaurants: Bellevue Square, Lincoln Square, The Shops at the Bravern, Redmond Town Center

Bellsquare shopping mall
Moltenworks

Art

Moltenworks, a local glass studio in Woodinville, will introduce you to the art and science of glass fusion. Try one of their Sip N’ Fuse classes. They supply all the tools and instruction while supporting you through the creative process and you supply your design vision while having fun making your glass art piece to take home.

For additional information on Woodinville and things to do in the area, check out Visit Woodinville.

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