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10/10 Excellent
Kim T.
10 June 2025
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Waterfront Home w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 9315.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Gig Harbor, WA
- Kopachuck State Park
- St. Anthony Hospital19 min drive
- Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium40 min drive
- Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)68 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom/Office
1 Double Sofa Bed
Lower Level Guest Room
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Upper Level Guest Room
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Lower level Bathroom
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Main Level Powder Room
Bidet · Toilet
Master Ensuite
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Upper Level Guest Bath
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Waterfront Home w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit
Welcome to The Whale’s Tale by Shoreside Sanctuaries – a spacious waterfront home in Gig Harbor that’s perfect for families, groups, or anyone who enjoys great views, good coffee, and relaxing while someone else deals with the minions, I mean children. Wink wink, Ya gotta love em'!
Less than an hour from Seattle, this 3,400-square-foot home sits on nearly half an acre overlooking Mt. Rainier, Raft Island, and Henderson Bay. Whether you’re spotting orcas, grilling on the deck, or hiding with a book and a latte, you’ll have plenty of space to do your thing.
🛏️ Sleeping arrangements:
2 king bedrooms
1 queen bedroom
1 office with a queen sleeper sofa
3 full bathrooms + a half bath Real beds. Real privacy. No bunk beds or air mattresses.
🛋️ Room to relax:
The open living area has hardwood floors, big windows, a cozy bay seat, and an electric fireplace. There’s room to gather—or to escape from the group for a few quiet minutes of sanity.
☕ Coffee snobs welcome:
We take our caffeine seriously.
You’ll find a full espresso setup including:
A top notch espresso make with QR code instructions
A single-serve brewer
French press
Vietnamese phin filter
Pour-over kit
Plus plenty of mugs, so no one’s stuck drinking from a measuring cup.
🍳 Kitchen perks:
Large island, induction cooktop, granite counters, and stocked for REAL cooking. Whether you’re making seafood pasta or just plating up takeout like a pro, you’re covered.
🌿 Outdoor space:
Deck and balcony overlook a garden, fire pit, and the bay. Grill, dine outside, toss a Frisbee, or just sit back and soak it in. The private neighborhood beach is just a 5-minute walk—gate key included.
🦐 Local gems:
Minterbrook Oyster Co. is less than a mile away with fresh oysters, crab, mussels, and clams.
Minter Creek Hatchery offers a low-key nature stop and a look at local salmon.
Downtown Gig Harbor has restaurants, shops, distilleries, ice cream, and harbor tours—definitely worth a visit.
🚗 Location:
About an hour from Seattle, Olympia, and the Olympic National Forest. Whether you want a chill weekend or a full itinerary, this is a great base.
Less than an hour from Seattle, this 3,400-square-foot home sits on nearly half an acre overlooking Mt. Rainier, Raft Island, and Henderson Bay. Whether you’re spotting orcas, grilling on the deck, or hiding with a book and a latte, you’ll have plenty of space to do your thing.
🛏️ Sleeping arrangements:
2 king bedrooms
1 queen bedroom
1 office with a queen sleeper sofa
3 full bathrooms + a half bath Real beds. Real privacy. No bunk beds or air mattresses.
🛋️ Room to relax:
The open living area has hardwood floors, big windows, a cozy bay seat, and an electric fireplace. There’s room to gather—or to escape from the group for a few quiet minutes of sanity.
☕ Coffee snobs welcome:
We take our caffeine seriously.
You’ll find a full espresso setup including:
A top notch espresso make with QR code instructions
A single-serve brewer
French press
Vietnamese phin filter
Pour-over kit
Plus plenty of mugs, so no one’s stuck drinking from a measuring cup.
🍳 Kitchen perks:
Large island, induction cooktop, granite counters, and stocked for REAL cooking. Whether you’re making seafood pasta or just plating up takeout like a pro, you’re covered.
🌿 Outdoor space:
Deck and balcony overlook a garden, fire pit, and the bay. Grill, dine outside, toss a Frisbee, or just sit back and soak it in. The private neighborhood beach is just a 5-minute walk—gate key included.
🦐 Local gems:
Minterbrook Oyster Co. is less than a mile away with fresh oysters, crab, mussels, and clams.
Minter Creek Hatchery offers a low-key nature stop and a look at local salmon.
Downtown Gig Harbor has restaurants, shops, distilleries, ice cream, and harbor tours—definitely worth a visit.
🚗 Location:
About an hour from Seattle, Olympia, and the Olympic National Forest. Whether you want a chill weekend or a full itinerary, this is a great base.
Property manager
Lauren
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 first aid kit
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Gig Harbor
Located in Gig Harbor, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the beach. Paradise Theatre and Harbor History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Discovery Village and Titlow Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at BMX Park or Bremerton Raceway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Gig Harbor, WA
What's nearby
- Lake Minterwood - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
- Horseshoe Lake Golf Course - 14 min drive - 9.6 km
- St. Anthony Hospital - 19 min drive - 14.5 km
- Sunrise Beach - 29 min drive - 21.0 km
- Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 40 min drive - 35.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Beer Vault - 14 min drive
- McDonald's - 18 min drive
- Yoked Farmhouse & Brewery - 15 min drive
- Panda Express - 18 min drive
- Close To Home Espresso - 8 min drive
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10/10 Excellent
Karen X.
29 May 2025
Beautiful view, wonderful kitchen, clean
Karen X.
About the host
Hosted by Lauren
About Shoreside Sanctuaries:
After years of working corporate jobs in the city, where we rarely had time to truly enjoy family, friends, or life, we decided to uproot our lives and embark on a new adventure in the Pacific Northwest. While we bounced around before landing, we were determined to find a sanctuary—a place where, regardless of our jobs or the stresses of life, we could find relief and peace as soon as we walked through the door. That place became The Whale's Tale.
Living in this beautiful shoreside sanctuary inspired us to purchase another waterfront property, which we now share with family, friends, and guests like you. Although we still have jobs outside of our vacation rentals, Shoreside Sanctuaries is our passion. We love creating spaces where people can gather, relax, heal, and create lasting memories OR their own "Whale of a Tale" if you will. I know some of you were thinking we just misspelt that. ;)
We hope you experience the same sense of peace that we do here and invite you to visit our other property in Westport, WA as well. If anything is amiss during your stay, please let us know immediately so we can make it right. Come see us—we think you'll love it here.
After years of working corporate jobs in the city, where we rarely had time to truly enjoy family, friends, or life, we decided to uproot our lives and embark on a new adventure in the Pacific Northwest. While we bounced around before landing, we were determined to find a sanctuary—a place where, regardless of our jobs or the stresses of life, we could find relief and peace as soon as we walked through the door. That place became The Whale's Tale.
Living in this beautiful shoreside sanctuary inspired us to purchase another waterfront property, which we now share with family, friends, and guests like you. Although we still have jobs outside of our vacation rentals, Shoreside Sanctuaries is our passion. We love creating spaces where people can gather, relax, heal, and create lasting memories OR their own "Whale of a Tale" if you will. I know some of you were thinking we just misspelt that. ;)
We hope you experience the same sense of peace that we do here and invite you to visit our other property in Westport, WA as well. If anything is amiss during your stay, please let us know immediately so we can make it right. Come see us—we think you'll love it here.
Why they chose this property
The Whale's Tale is truly a sanctuary space. There is something about it that just brings a sense of peace. While it's only 20 minutes from all of the things most people are used to in the city, you feel far away from the hustle and bustle. The second you walk outside, you're immersed in nature. The smell of pines, the ocean, fresh flowers in the spring and cool rain in the winter. The sound of the waves, the wind rustling through the trees, and the songs of a hundred birds. Inside you'll find a clean and modern aesthetic with tasteful decor and thoughtful amenities. Did we mention our bar set up is also on point? Perfectly located between downtown Seattle, Olympia, and the peninsula’s breath taking Olympic National Forest ( all approximately an hour’s drive from each), the world is your oyster. In fact, some of the finest oysters can be found less than a mile from the house at Minter Oyster Company. Want to see some Salmon, we've got a hatchery less than a mile away too. Between it's location, the house itself and the exquisite exterior the better question would be, "Why not this Property?"
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