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Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm

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A wooden deck with a chain-link fence, overlooking a lake with trees in the background.
A grassy area with a view of a lake and distant hills.
A lakeside view with a wooden deck and a chair, surrounded by tall trees and a clear sky.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black microwave, a white refrigerator, and a coffee maker on the counter.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On a private beach
    One of the rare properties in the area with its own private beach.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Lakebay, WA
  • Place, Penrose Point State Park
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Bay Lake
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Joemma Beach State Park
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪122 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm

Sunset Lagoon Retreat, with guest only Seafood Farm, is located on a private island in the Puget Sound of Washington. Enjoy your own private beach, boat dock, oyster filled lagoon, and spectacular views of the Olympic Mountains, all framed in a different sunset every evening. With the lagoon, dock & beach in your backyard there are unlimited outdoor activities to experience without leaving your retreat. Where else can you relax all day on your own private beach or take a leisurely kayak ride around your island, and then grab some fresh live oysters, clams or mussels for dinner, from your own private lagoon and seafood farm? This is truly a seafood lover’s dream. We have spent so much time and effort making Sunset Lagoon a unique place to live our lives, we decided to make it available for others to enjoy as well. Now you too can enjoy what others only dream of in your own separate 1200 sq. ft. of secured downstairs living area, at the Sunset Lagoon Retreat and guest only Sea Food Farm, with your own private entry and covered deck. Our place is good for couples, solo adventurers, and families. Come experience what you have always dreamed about all year round at your own private island getaway. By the way; if you’ve never chucked an oyster or dug for clams we would be happy to show you how, Just Ask!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No Children under 2 years old
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
No Dogs on furniture. Leash Law on Island.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anywhere in or on the property.
NO VAPING

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4269049
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Lakebay

Located in Lakebay, this holiday home is on the beach. Trillium Creek Winery and Fair Harbor Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Penrose Point State Park and Joemma Beach State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Lakebay, WA

What's nearby

  • Penrose Point State Park - 39 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Bay Lake - 39 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Joemma Beach State Park - 41 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Key Center Pierce County Library - 44 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Horseshoe Lake Golf Course - 57 min drive - 34.9 km

Getting around

  • South Tacoma Station - 71 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spencer Lake Bar & Grill - ‬73 min drive
  • ‪2 Margaritas - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Lefties Pub and Eatery - ‬71 min drive
  • ‪Toulouse petite - ‬77 min drive
  • ‪Grapevine Catering - ‬68 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm?

As of 22 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm on 2 Jan 2027 start from AU$733, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm located?

Nestled on the beach, this Lakebay holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Trillium Creek Winery, Penrose Point State Park and Bay Lake. Joemma Beach and Joemma Beach State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 130 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 130 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host are very friendly and helpful. We live at lower levels and their the upper level. House very clean with nice view overlook easy access to lagoon. Have so much fun and chill Love the host will be back for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an awesome time and you could not ask for better hosts. cabin and hot tub were great with the beach right down the stairs. awesome sunsets from the hot tub as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a great experience. My wife, kids and I all had a blast. So much to do and free delicious seafood, can't beat it. Hosts were helpful, without being intrusive. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most amazing time at Dale and Carol’s place. They had everything we needed to harvest our seafood feast and kayak around the island. I also had the best sleep in a long time. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We could not have asked for better hosts. Dale and Carol took great care of us and made us feel welcome. They are very accommodating. The place is very clean, quiet, and beautiful. Our family enjoyed chilling out at Sunset Lagoon, kayaking around the island, and shell fish hunting. We harvested and tried sea asparagus for the first time. We ran into many deer as well. The island feels laid-back and unspoiled. Dale and Carol's house reflects a lot of care, and I'm sure it's a lot of work to maintain. We are grateful the hosts were willing to share it with guests. Can't wait to be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fresh Mussels! Clams and Oysters too. Great place to relax with our Shih Tzu.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dale and Carol are excellent host. They respoded to all my questions right away. They are very kind and made sure we have everything we needed.They take pride of their beautiful property. Its very clean and very comfortable. The host lives upstairs and the rental is downstairs which has its own entrance and lovely patio. They have everything you need to harvest shellfish,( oysters, clams and mussels), which we took advantage of. Yummy!! They also have kayaks, which unfortunately we didnt get to use because of the weather.The property is on a small island, Herron Island. You have to take a small ferry and they only take cash (it will help if you have exact change). Theres no store on the island so make sure you bring what you need. We had a very relaxing 3 nights. Thank you Dale, Carol and Bailey
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time at Sunset Lagoon! Carole and Dale were such great hosts and ensured our stay was enjoyable. There happened to be an issue with the ferry the day we were going and they called right away. The problem ended up getting fixed and we made it to the island! Definitely a much needed respite. My family and I plan to go back this summer. My kids absolutely loved clamming on the private beach!
View from the balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, delicious shell fish, and awesome hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, quiet, restful location on West Herron Island. Perfect place to relax and reflect and unplug. Hosts were welcoming, kind, and thoughtful. Certianly memorable and appreciated break from "normal". Pup enjoyed her time here as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dale and Carol are super hosts

We loved our stay here. So quiet, so peaceful, in a beautiful space. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jan 2024
Thank you again we enjoyed hosting you. Looking forward to your return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

a dreamy weekend getaway!

my partner and i stayed here for a belated anniversary getaway and it was truly perfect. the interior is spacious yet cozy, the exterior is everything you could ask for when staying on the water. dale and carol are perfect hosts, there if you need them but also so good at giving you all the privacy you could want. this home is a gem! you will not regret staying here! we couldn't have asked for a better weekend away from home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun Mother Daughter weekend

The property is lovely. The hosts are fantastic. This is our second stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay

We loved the home and location. One of our best PNW vacations. We ate lots of seafood, flew kites and took the kayak on the lagoon at high tide. My 3 year old had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
We thoroughly enjoyed hosting Kate and family. Very nice people and I would recommend them to other host. We would love to host them again in the future. Kate's little one is so sweet.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second time staying here was just as wonderful as the first. This time, we took our dog with us and it was so dog friendly with the gated porch for him to enjoy! Dale brought out a motor to attach to the row boat so we could go fishing which was great. We even saw some dolphins while we were out! We also went out kayaking later in the day. If you stay, you HAVE to try Carol’s clam chowder recipe in the binder. So delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2025
We thoroughly enjoyed hosting this couple and their dog wonderful people can’t wait till they come back
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet waterfront get away

This property is clean and cheerful. Nice views with plenty of wild life and water fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2020
Our guests were wonderful. They are very quiet and leave the place clean. We would love to host them again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stop reading this review just book it. The hosts are genuinely amazing people and the property is everything you dream of and more. I honestly couldn't have had a better time and will definitely return and recommend to everyone who will listen.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for families

I stayed at the Miller's property for a few days with my four year old. Carole and Dale were ama
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

One of a kind!

Beautiful quiet setting with gracious and helpful hosts. Appreciated the adventure of the private fish farm and with help from the host, we dug clams, mussels, and oysters.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sunset Lagoon getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The setting was beautiful, our hosts, Dale and Carol, were very welcoming and helpful, and the house contained everything we could possibly need. The icing on the cake was being able to harvest clams, mussels, and oysters for our meals. We would highly recommend this place to any of our friends!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed hosting you. You left our place, amazingly clean and tidy which we really appreciate. We would love to host you again. Truly, we would recommend other hosts since your were perfect guests. Thank you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay

Our family had the best time. I can’t say enough good things about it. Carol and Dale were so sweet and have thought of everything. The place was immaculate and had the best amenities. We definitely plan to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2021
We thoroughly enjoyed hosting this family. They were wonderful people and left our place neat and tidy. We would love to host them again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place, inside and out!

Highly recommend this stay to those who want a private getaway with your partner or family! Dale and Carol are friendly and thoughtful hosts. Their place is beautiful, inside and out! The seafood is amazing! The walk to a nearby beach was nice. We also had a couple deer stop by to feed on some carrots we brought with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An amazing 3 days

We wanted a quiet getaway and chose Sunset Lagoon because of the great reviews and the promise of seafood. If you like shellfish, this is the place for you! If you like a serene view and (usually) a great sunset, this place delivers. If you love kayaking or paddle boarding, you have a beautiful place to do it. The owners are kind and helpful. You do need to think through what you need in advance since there’s no store on this island. But that’s just a little planning in advance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful hosts and beautiful spot

Our stay in February was more than advertised. Dale and Carol made everything easy and are super friendly. The property was spacious, clean and comfortable. The view is incredible and the shellfish abundant. We walked the whole island in a couple hours and got a sense for the community. Beautiful spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Thank you so much we really enjoyed hosting you. You were the perfect guests. Thank you again.

About the host

Hosted by Dale and Carol Miller

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We are originally from California and would vacation on this wonderful island. We decided to move to this peaceful place and now have the opportunity to share our home with others. Dale grew up in the mountain areas of California and I grew up by the San Francisco bay, so Herron Island gave us the best of both. The views are spectacular and we are enjoying this beautiful state.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this property because of it's private beach on the Puget Sound, it's lagoon filled with live oysters, clams & mussels, the most beautiful sunsets ever, it's spectacular views of the Olympic mountains and the unique friendly wild life.

What makes this property unique

This island is unique because it is a private island. All residential. We have our own private ferry which takes us back and forth to the mainland. It is peaceful, tranquil and a lot of activities to do on the island. We have available to guests, kayaks, paddle board, paddle boat, and row boat. The deer are unique here on the island they will eat out of your hands.

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