Best View of Puget Sound

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Seasonal, shared outdoor fire pit. A beautiful spot for a glass of wine!

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Fox Island, WA

Tacoma Mall32 min drive
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium34 min drive
Chambers Bay Golf Course35 min drive
Renton, WA (RNT-Renton Municipal)61 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Relax and be inspired by the breathtaking 180° Puget Sound View! A beautiful, serene, island retreat that feels worlds away but only a few miles from the quaint town of Gig Harbor. Soak up views of the Olympics and all of Carr Inlet with delightful sunsets, while drinking a glass of wine at the outdoor fire pit, or while soaking in the hot tub watching eagles soar overhead. Decorated with stunning local Northwest images by renowned photographer and owner. This scenic, private, Mother In Law apartment is the lower level of a residential home with a separate entrance and private patio with fire-chat area, outdoor seating, BBQ grill and 4 person hot tub. The unit accommodates 2 people in their own bedroom or 4 total with additional, pull out sofa-bed with Queen tempurpedic mattress. Luxurious linens, a variety of pillows and blankets are all provided. This beautiful, private space with full bath and kitchen are appointed with stainless steel appliances, washer/dryer, kitchenware, dish and laundry soap, coffee and tea, toilet paper and paper towels and all linens.
The unit is the lower level of a home and has a private entrance. Access to the unit is down 8 steps with a railing or walk around down a gentle slope.
No events please; no exceptions.

Property manager

Jennelle Marcereau

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Best as a couples retreat. Stairs to entrance.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Quiet hours are from 10:00pm until 8:00am

Pierce County Burn ban in effect from June 1st - October 31st. Fires not allowed in lower fire pit. Fires in propane stove provided allowed.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Fox Island

Located in Fox Island, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Harbor History Museum and Paradise Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Tacoma Narrows Bridge and Job Carr Cabin Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Tacoma Dome, or consider a night out at Court House Square. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Fox Island, WA

What's nearby

Tacoma Mall - 32 min drive
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 34 min drive
Tacoma Dome - 34 min drive
Chambers Bay Golf Course - 35 min drive
Joint Base Lewis-McChord - 45 min drive

Getting around

South Tacoma Station - 33 min drive
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 30 min drive
Thirsty Hound Drinkery - 26 min drive
Gyro Zone - 30 min drive
Bliss Small Batch Creamery - 29 min drive
Applebee's - 30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Best View of Puget Sound pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Best View of Puget Sound?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best View of Puget Sound?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best View of Puget Sound located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Fox Island Sand Spit and within 12 miles (20 km) of Kopachuck State Park and Cutts Island State Park. Grandview Forest Park and Skansie Brothers Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

15 Apr 2024

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

180 View Dream

This property is so unbelievably beautiful. The 180 degree view is staggering. You could sit and stare all day long. There are times when wind from the Sound is loud, yet beautiful. And there are times when it is so silent that it seems muffled. Quieter outside than in! And the home is really cute and comfortable. We met the homeowner and she was incredibly kind, and made us definitely want to come back again another time!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaac W.

15 Apr 2024

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

Perfect location

The property is gorgeous and well kept. We enjoyed the hot tub and the view and check in and check out was very easy.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

11 Apr 2024

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

Peaceful Retreat, Stunning View, Luxury in the Details

We enjoyed seven sublime days in this cozy nest. Thank you, Jennelle and Chris! We found everything we needed and far more - little signs that look like art, yet kept us aware of the conventions in the home; bird feeders filled, inviting a host of birds to the yard; field glasses - brilliant! - for getting a closer look at the Olympic mountains, bald eagles cruising overhead, harbour seals at the shoal, deer ambling past, ferries in the distance; extra blankets and towels; a tea and coffee assortment; bathrobes, and slippers and beach towels for the hot tub. And there was Jennelle's extraordinary art, strategically placed to invite us to slow down and enjoy the moment. No matter the weather, this is a place to enjoy nature whether indoors by the fireplace looking out through the wall of windows onto the water and trees, or out on the covered patio or on the path down to the fire pit. The location on Fox Island is a short drive to Zog's, the single gas station-grocery store-expresso stand with a Post Office directly across the street. Packaged goods were available at the grocery store for a reasonable price. For fresh produce we drove about 20 minutes to the Olympic Drive grocery stores. The old town of Gig Harbor is about another 10 minutes' drive from there. We recommend visiting the sand spit on the northwest end of the island and Kopachuck State Park.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiah N.

27 Mar 2024

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

Perfect place for a city getaway!

The place does not disappoint. Fox island was the perfect escape from the city for a birthday weekend celebration. The view is absolutely splendid. Despite not having ideal weather for the weekend (March in the PNW…), we still saw a gorgeous sunset, watches eagles right out our window, and soaked up some relaxation in the hot tub. The property itself is very well done. It had all the necessary amenities as well as many extras. We would definitely recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee S.

24 Mar 2024

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

We loved our stay!

The space is thoughtfully designed with every amenity you might need, or just want, like a hot tub on the porch. You can tell how much care Jennell put into creating it and just how much she enjoys sharing it with guests. The unit is underneath Jennell’s home and you sometimes hear her family walking around but this didn’t bother us in the least as we live in a city and are used to hearing neighbors. The space felt very private with a porch all to ourselves including a hot tub, outdoor sofa, and grill. It felt a bit like a bed and breakfast with way more privacy and a kitchen to ourselves. The view is stunning and we lucked out with beautiful weather but even if it was a rainy PNW weekend we would have enjoyed sitting on the covered porch and soaking in the hot tub. It truly is a perfect year round getaway. This was also a refreshing experience after some not so great vrbo rentals. If you’ve been deterred a little from home rentals, you will not regret this one at all. No extra charges or demands from hosts. Just a beautiful space with a host who obviously loves sharing her home. Definitely book a stay if you’ve been thinking about it!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jennelle Marcereau

Why they chose this property

I sought refuge from a busy, hectic life. The amazing thing about Fox Island is that it is so close to the city, but feels like you are a million miles away. I feel like I'm on vacation whenever coming home.