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Waterfront Family Retreat near Gig Harbor

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Property grounds
A few short steps from cabins to beach
Patio with fire table.
View of house from the water's edge.
The lighthouse

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 in "Blue Heron"

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1 in Kingfisher

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 "Kingfisher"

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 in "Blue Heron"

1 Double Futon and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 - in Cabana

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2 in Kingfisher

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3 in "Blue Heron"

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Family Retreat near Gig Harbor

This three building property is located on Rocky Bay, a beach which offers a multitude of activity options, including floating, fishing, clamming, beach-combing and swimming in some of the warmest waters of Puget Sound. Close to additional amenities, including kayak and boat rentals in nearby Allyn, hiking on the Olympic Peninsula, and proximity to the activities afforded in Gig Harbor and Tacoma - a short drive away.

The three cabins offer privacy, while also affording the ability to congregate, providing an ideal setting for multiple families, including pets, to enjoy a relaxing vacation together.

One building, "Kingfisher", has two bedrooms and a bathroom. "Blue Heron" has a bedroom, a double futon in the living area, and bunk beds at the base of the lighthouse tower, which is separated by double doors. Additional sleeping is available on tri-fold mats in the loft of the building, as well as the lighthouse tower. The lighthouse has been known to strike the imaginations of the young and old who visit there.

The main cabin, (the "Cabana") is an open-concept living area with great water views and a cozy fireplace. A perfect all-weather setting for family gatherings inside or out. The dining table easily seats 6, and can be expanded to seat 10.

We are excited to share this gem that we have enjoyed for generations, and invite you to explore all that it has to offer.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1409854vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Gig Harbor

Located in Gig Harbor, this holiday home is on the beach. LakeLand Village Golf Course and Horseshoe Lake Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Discovery Village and Harbor History Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bremerton Raceway or BMX Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks, birdwatching and power boating.
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Gig Harbor, WA

What's nearby

  • North Bay WDFW - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Rocky Creek Conservation Area - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Doyle Pond - 7 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Carney Lake - 9 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Stansberry Lake - 10 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • South Tacoma Station - 37 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Gourmet Burger Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bent Bine Brew Co. - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Boathouse on Northbay - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ravensara Espresso - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Family Retreat near Gig Harbor pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Waterfront Family Retreat near Gig Harbor?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Family Retreat near Gig Harbor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Family Retreat near Gig Harbor?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Family Retreat near Gig Harbor located?

This Gig Harbor holiday home is on the beach, 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from North Bay WDFW, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Rocky Creek Conservation Area and Coulter Creek Park. Doyle Pond and Carney Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed this rental. Great location and friendly host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I had such a lovely stay here. The separate houses were perfect for some privacy, and having beach access was simply magical. The hosts were very responsive and provided a well-stocked kitchen, bbq, chairs, towels, and beach toys to use. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
Thank you Gabrielle! So glad you enjoyed it!
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving coastal getaway

Great house and stunning location on the water. Perfect for a cozy thanksgiving retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay in Gig Harbor

We had a great stay. The cabana was a great place for people to gather and an efficient place to prepare meals. The layout allowed us to comfortably slept 9. Additionally, we used the firepit, which functioned well. We did a little clean up ourselves prior to our gathering on Saturday. Other than that, an excellent stay. We have recommended this location to several friends already.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you for your review. We're glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niels V.

A wonderful home for a weekend getaway, or longer.

The home is very clean, well equipped and comfortable. It’s unique design (3 separate buildings) make it ideal for groups.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Time Ever

Amazing place for getting together
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property with a wonderful host

Relaxing and beautiful. Doug was a great host and quickly fixed an issue we had. Our only concern was it felt like the last clean was a few weeks prior, we found more dust and cobwebs than what were normally used to on VRBO.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mike c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Geat Extended Weekend

Loved the layout of the property - three cabins. 2 for bedrooms, and 1 for kitchen and hanging out. Nice access to the water via rock wall steps. Younger children will need help. Adults and dogs - no problem. Rocky Bay is very interesting to explore at low tides. Kids want to visit again and this is close enough to Seattle that it would work for a normal 2-day weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice beach house

The view is beautiful from inside and outside the house. We particularly enjoyed taking the 2 provided kayaks on the sound. The beds were soft and comfortable, the area was calm/quiet. Doug responded very quickly to any question we had. The only thing that makes me give an overall 4 stars, and not 5, is the cleanliness. The 3 cabins had more dust and cobwebs than we liked, and all the outside furniture (fire pit table, picnic table and chairs) need to be cleaned.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon-Erik G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful for 2 families

We stayed for 1week during the Summer with 2 families - each with young children (between 4 to 9 y.o.). The separate buildings are a perfect set up with either family having private areas, but still feeling like there was a natural flow to the communal areas to socialize and otherwise lounge around. The children made frequent use of the watchtower area - which gave space to us parents even with them being right by! Direct beach access with water that actually warms during the summer! There was no part of the day when someone wasn't at the shore - either wading to look at sealife at low tide or swimming and kayaking as the water came up. We brought our own multi person kayaks for kids to come out on the ocean, the 2 provided kayaks are 1person only. Overall, it definitely seems that this is a property designed practically by family people who wanted to live and enjoy the location with children around. We had an amazing stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Family Visit

We looked for a place that could accommodate our 3 adult children and families on the Puget Sound waterfront. 9 of us in all with plenty of space for more. This is the perfect place for it. Ample space to spread out or hang together as desired. There are 3 separate buildings but all just steps away from each other. We weren't sure how that would be but turned out to be absolutely perfect. Extremely well equipped kitchen and lots of fun indoor and outdoor activities. The hosts communicated along the way and made us feel very welcome and comfortable. This right on the water so we spent a lot of time on the outside patio and walking the rocky shore collecting and observing the myriad of open creatures. If you've ever wanted to see live sand dollars this is the place with thousands of them. I couldn't recommend this place more. Absolutely gorgeous views and spectacular sunsets! You won't be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a month!

Such a Great time at the cabins. My dogs really enjoyed it! Such a spot on location and it is a good vibe all around. Lgbt+ friendly area which made it more comfortable for us all around. The 3 things I would Upgrade - the beds. I sadly hurt My back sleeping in them for so long as they’re A bit older. Nothing crazy and had to see a massage person but it s a simple fix. - air filter system in the Kings fisher cabin as we couldn’t stay in there cause of the mildew smell. I think it’s only cause of the attic that doesn’t have property air flow.( guests don’t have access to attic ) a bigger couch or two in the living rooms of both cabins with a TV. I am 6’6 so I couldn't Really lay down much in the living room on those rainy days . Would love to suggest some super inexpensive products and companies to solve all the above very effectively! Other than that we LOVED the place. And we will be returning with friends and family!
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thank you Erik. We are glad you were able to enjoy the place as our family has for so many years. We enjoy sharing it with others who appreciate its charm.
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise M.

Serene and beautiful location. Unique property with most amenities you’d need.

Such a unique little gem! Serene and natural setting. You can hear the road but during quiet times of day all you hear is the wind water and birds. Each building looks out on the bay through big lovely windows and the mornings and evening views are phenomenal. The accommodation is divided between 3 buildings so be prepared to go outside to get from living space to 2 separate sleeping spaces. The little lighthouse tower was really fun for our daughter. The living spaces are well appointed and mattresses on the beds are very soft. If this Isn’t for you there is a nice futon for sleeping that is firmer. Outdoors there is a fire pit and a gas fire table as well as 2 kayaks and lots of great seating. The tides are very high/low so it’s amazing to see the birds and walk the shore to pick up shells. We even has a few fresh oysters! The living/kitchen cabin could use better seating for relaxation and conversation- maybe a small sectional with a coffee table? ( no place to set down a cup in living room) The owner said the sofa was being reapholstered so maybe it will do the trick for comfort. The wicker chairs are cute but rigid not very comfortable. There is one recliner by the window but a gathering place of comfy seating by the fire place would help. The kitchen is well equipped though the large burner on the stove needs a fix as it’s bent on a significant angle. Everything is in great working order and there is a nice gas bbq outside as well. WiFi would be a logical addition as the cell service is pretty week. The owners could drop the day tv services and just go to WiFi as people really do use it more than ever. Just a great spot- highly recommended! Thanks so much to Marcia and family for sharing this treasure!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
We appreciate this thoughtful review. As we are brand new to listing our property, we are definitely a work in progress, and welcome feedback.and suggestions. We are in the process of addressing the Wifi issue, and hope to have it resolved shortly. The review was correct in that the sofa is being re-upholstered, and we have another rocking chair that we are re-covering, as well. We will also look into options for surfaces - whether coffee table or otherwise, and address the issue with the stove. Our thanks to the reviewer for taking the time to give us this valuable input.
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving 2022

Had a great time. Brought kayaks and enjoyed the water. Wonderful views and sunsets; a great place.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Soothing Get Away

Our family gathered in this beautiful location. First time for all on the Puget Sound. We enjoyed the sounds and beauty of nature in a private setting. The common area was used constantly by all and really set up a atmosphere of a family gathering. The kitchen was excellently equipped. The sleeping buildings served our purpose of having some privacy. We all loved using the kayaks right off the patio into the sound. It truly is a comfortable, warm and kid friendly place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Stay

I was only disappointed in the lack of cleanliness and the musty smell in the Kingfisher Bldg. Had a great time otherwise.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a issues

The property manager was awesome took care of little issues.beautiful place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a relaxing stay!

Loved the set up of the property and the kayaks were a nice added touch!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gig Harbor

My family and I enjoyed our stay very much! We had every thing we needed for a great get together. The property is very nice with a lot of nice touches. Just being able to get away from the hustle and bustle was worth it all!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Donna I.

Liked: Check-in, location

Think of it as a cabin, not a house

Overall this is a cozy little cabin. It is three buildings, each have a bathroom. The cabana has the kitchen in it. We lost power, due to a storm one day, which, since the water is on a well and uses power, no power means no water also. It came back on a few hours later. On another day, the water pressure ONLY went out, no storm, we had to call the owner who called a plumber who was asking me questions I couldn't answer (bc I am the renter) so I had to get the owner on the phone and act as a liaison, which made no sense. The owner should have been there on site?! The owner said they had DSL only, but actually, they DO have wi-fi. (We found out after we got up there) It's NOT the fastest but it accommodated a laptop and 7 phones. Some things need to be addressed: 1. Drawers in the kitchen are dirty and some of the utensils, serving spoons, tongs etc, need to be replaced, as they are broken or very rusty. I even bought new pot holders for them bc theirs were ripped and no idea why they weren't in the trash?! 2. Better more thoroughly cleaned, my niece found old hard dog poop under bunk bed. 3. The Blue Heron building has a MAJOR window leak, it was dripping a lot in multiple places and you can see the water damage on the outside as well. (It was spring, so rained a lot) 4. The outside door lock to cabanna is broken, when we got there, it was open. we thought it was just unlocked, but it's actually broken, so we had to figure out a way to secure it at night. It's a nice cozy cabin feeling, just a tad cleaner would feel more comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at our property. We are sorry you faced some unanticipated issues during your time there, and were unable to address them directly as we were out of state. We hope that you understand that we did what we could by immediately contacting the plumber, and thank you for doing what you could to participate in solving the problem. I'm also sorry for the misunderstanding about the Internet coverage, as we do have WiFi - it's just not up to many people's standards. We are addressing the cleaning and other issues with those we have enlisted to help us in our absence from the area. Your feedback on the issues you faced will help us do better.
Verified

8/10 Good

Natalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Very nice place to stay. The host was wonderful and answered everything promptly. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RICK H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We enjoyed our time there, loved being on the water.

Check in process was smooth. The owners were great in responding back to us. Nice property to rent.
Stayed 49 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best vacation so far.

We had a great time. The consensus was this was the best vacation so far. My daughter’s families and I like to take family vacations and this home was perfect. Two separate buildings so each family had their own building for sleeping and we could all get together for meals, games, etc in the main building. The beach was fun and my dog even had fun playing in the water. Lots of clams and marine life for the kids. The Kingfisher building was a little musty. Unfortunately we probably will not be staying here again because of Vrbo. We had an issue with Vrbo and their solution was for me to ask the home owner to provide a discount which would not be fair to either the home owner or me. I wish I had read the reviews on Vrbo first. Oh well live and learn. Other than Vrbo this is a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thank you for that feedback. We are looking into ways to address the musty smell you mentioned. We were not aware of it when we stayed in there, ourselves this summer, but appreciate that it is an issue we need to resolve for our guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Lovely. I wish we'd booked it for longer.

The property is so charming. It was great to recharge. The kids loved having a separate building that was just for them. They spent hours up in the loft. The view is amazing. We had a great time in the kayaks. Our only issue was that we had no cell service at all (T-Mobile), and the Wi-Fi was too weak for Wi-Fi calling. This was only a problem because I forgot to bring some necessary medication, and I was unable to make or receive calls with the pharmacy for that. It would have been nice if I could have provided a landline number to the pharmacy and to the friend who was watching our pets back home. So, if you're on T-Mobile, be very sure that you won't need to be able to reach anyone by phone during your stay. Overall, we had a really wonderful time. Thank you so much, Marcia and Doug!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Dana O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Lovely location, cute place, but not perfect.

The location was absolutely fabulous for our family gathering. The deck and patio are perfect for hanging out and enjoying one another. We exclusively used the outdoor picnic table since it was so nice and enjoyed the patio fire table most nights. The kitchen is well supplied and everything works well. Marcia and Doug were very helpful, prompt and communicative about any questions or needs. My biggest issue is that there is NO safe beach access. The VRBO pictures show stairs leading to the beach but there are only sand covered boulders to climb down. This rental won't work for elderly folks or those of us with mobility issues who want easy beach access. A couple of easily fixed issues are: the front yard and walkways need yard maintenance. They are overgrown, weedy and messy looking for such a cute place. There is a musty smell in both sleeping houses and some of the pillows smelled like mildew. New fresh pillows would be helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thank you for the feedback Dana. We are currently working to build some more permanent stairs to the beach, as those we've built get washed away during winter storms. Guests concerned with our current access are encouraged to check on our status with that before booking. We will also look into the smell issues immediately, as well. Thank you for alerting us to this!

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Hosted by Marcia Chapman

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