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Nature Lover's Retreat with Fantastic Views of Shipping Lanes and Cascades

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Beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4153.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hansville, WA
  • Buck Lake County Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Point Casino
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Hood Canal Bridge
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)
    ‪71 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Nature Lover's Retreat with Fantastic Views of Shipping Lanes and Cascades

The Loki Bluff House sits on a bluff with sweeping views of the Shipping Lanes, Whitbey Island, Edmonds across the Sound, and the entire Cascade Mountain Range - the most spectacular sunrises await early risers!

The huge deck is perfect for taking in a meal, relaxing, whale watching, seeing herons fish in Puget Sound and bald eagles soar above.

2 Bedrooms, 2 baths, the large family room and deck give 1600 sq ft to stretch out.
A gas fireplace provides ambiance and warmth upstairs, while the downstairs has a wood stove insert to make even winter nights cozy.

Grab the binoculars and watch the multitude of boat traffic, from cruise ships to tug boats to fishing and sail boats, and even the occasional submarine!
In the March - May evenings, the frog chorus is a reminder that you're not in the city any more. Swallows or other small birds like to nest in the bird houses in front of the kitchen windows between April to June providing a unique perspective of the local wildlife.
Walk 1/2 mile through lovely Point No Point Park to explore the beach and light house.
Turn the lights down and enjoy the twinkling lights in the distance or the moon's bright reflection on the sparking water. Away from the city lights, you can seemingly see every star in the Milky Way.....

While the city is not far away, this house is located in a rural area. The last 200 yards are dirt road. It has a septic system and is on a well. You may hear coyotes at night.

A new water filtration system was installed in 2021/22. Additional drinking water is provided in easy to change 5 gal hot/cold dispenser.



Property manager

Lydia Dimmer

Languages

English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
AT YOUR OWN RISK / The 70 ft cliff is unfenced!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Since the house is on a septic system only toilet paper can be flushed, ie no feminine products or other items

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 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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hansville

Located in Hansville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Kingston Firehouse Theatre and Edmonds Ferry Dock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kitsap Memorial State Park and Shine Tidelands State Park. Sawdust Hill Alpaca Farm and Family Fun Center & Bullwinkles Restaraunt are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hansville, WA

What's nearby

  • Buck Lake County Park - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Point Casino - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Port Gamble Museum - 19 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Hood Canal Bridge - 22 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Edmonds Waterfront - 56 min drive - 26.0 km

Getting around

  • Edmonds Station - 49 min drive
  • Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Point Casino - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Boom Room - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Port Gamble General St - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Butcher & Baker Provisions - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Eagles Nest Esspresso - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nature Lover's Retreat with Fantastic Views of Shipping Lanes and Cascades pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nature Lover's Retreat with Fantastic Views of Shipping Lanes and Cascades?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nature Lover's Retreat with Fantastic Views of Shipping Lanes and Cascades?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nature Lover's Retreat with Fantastic Views of Shipping Lanes and Cascades located?

This Hansville holiday home is on the beach, 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Buck Lake County Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hood Canal and Point Casino. Kingston Firehouse Theatre and Sawdust Hill Alpaca Farm are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josh T.

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

Serenity

I took a trip with my wife,daughter and her boyfriend out to Hansville and the place was amazing. Beautiful views of the Pugent sound off the back deck! We saw whales and vald eagles just by sitting around. Truly Amazing! Lydia our host was always quick to respond and extremely helpful. Would stay there again in a heartbeat! Th . am amazing!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent D.

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

Very nice water view

It is very beautiful view with a nice quiet neighbors. Our host, Lydia, is very helpful and respond promptly to our needs. My friends and I enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff E.

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

Ship watchers delight

If you are looking for a fabulous unobstructed view of the Puget Sound shipping channel, consider this property. We greatly enjoyed sitting on the deck in the early morning drinking coffee and watching the traffic on the water, large and small. We also enjoyed walking the trails at nearby parks. The house itself has a homey feel with new carpeting and furnishing that are in excellent condition. No sagging couches here! The kitchen and baths are reasonably equipped and the house is very clean. We also appreciated the fact that the homeowner was very responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

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

Beautiful View

This is our second time at this wonderful property. It is so peaceful and relaxing but has a spectacular hiking trail to the beach within walking distance of house. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

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

Thanksgiving Weekend

We stayed here over Thanksgiving weekend. The house has beautiful views of the Sound and shipping lanes. Sunrises were magnificent! It was a beautiful, cozy place to spend the long weekend. The owner was very responsive to communications and responded quickly when we sent messages.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

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

Beautiful experience peaceful and perfect!

We needed a much deserved getaway after a long. Summer with family issues to deal with. This was exactly the spot for peace and calm!! Thank you so much for the opportunity to stay in such a wonderful neighborhood ❤️ we hiked down the Point no Point trail daily! We will return for sure! It was so hard to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

deborah s., Tallahassee, Florida

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

Excellent stay and location.

Beautiful views
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kat L.

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

Best view in Washington state!!!!

Amazing deck, Puget sound views for miles. Perfect moonrise and sunrises. We could see Rainier!! Nice path to the beach. Awesome low tides. Recommend highly
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

KING S.

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

Grand view of Sound, ships, sunrises in comfy home

Well organized vacation rental, homey and comfortable. Lower level is like its own apartment. No beach out the door but nearby (15 min walk or drive). Towns 20-30 minutes away. Shopping 10 minutes. Drinking water from dispenser; former issues with well water solved. Not isolated but quiet; we felt comfortably "alone."
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

James S R.

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

Absolutely phenomenal experience!

House and property were as advertised. Owner/property manager was wonderful and the property has everything we needed/wanted. Views from the deck are gorgeous and the property is convenient to everything. Would definitely use again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

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

Comfortable Home with Excellent View

This home is in a great location for an Olympic Penninsula vacation. The owner communicates well and provides helpful information. The home has all the basic essentials plus more. The neighbors are pleasant. The view is spectacular. During our week we saw eagles, seals, Orcas, and more right from the back deck. Very relaxing week.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B., Seattle, WA/Willemstad, Curacao

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

We had a beautiful two weeks at Lydia’s place in Hansville.

The shipping lanes were what drew us to this retreat in Hansville, and they did not disappoint. My husband’s passion is photographing ocean-going vessels, and his days were full watching the paradade of ships pass our deck. There were only two of us, but the house would have easily provided a great vacation for a whole family. Lydia was very responsive and eager to be please while sharing her beautiful haven. She took our suggestions to heart for making her spot as seamless as possible. There is a lot of light coming into the upstairs bedroom in the morning, so late sleepers may want to choose to sleep downstairs. My husband is quite tall, so the short queen bed was uncomfortable for him, but we managed. The gas fireplace kept us cozy during the early summer chills we had when we first arrived. Overall, we had a very pleasant two weeks communing with nature and counting ships. Thanks, Lydia, for sharing your special place with us.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely Hansville Getaway

Great beach house getaway for my wife and I for my bday. Host was easy to communicate with and the property was amazing. The sweet neighbor dogs were a great bonus to the amazing view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

karen c.

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

Beautiful location and house

Lovely location in rural area with lots of places to walk. House has open feel with comfy places to sit, big picture windows and cozy gas fireplace. Owner responsive and eager to help us.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lise K.

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

A special find

This is a wonderful place in a premium location. We were able to spend a few weeks here in the fall of 2021, and it was even better than we hoped. We couldn't stop looking at the extraordinary Puget Sound view from the deck and from the upstairs living and dining room -- the water and sky and mountain views are constantly changing, and all ship, boat, bird, whale, and marine life traffic passes by this bluff. There's a lovely 3/4 mile walk down to the long, beautiful, public beach by Point No Point lighthouse. Inside it is comfortable and homey in any weather, with 2 large living spaces in addition to the 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, plus romantic fireplaces, nice furniture, an easy kitchen, and some high quality fixtures and touches. A fancy machine provides great drinking water. Even with the great view of the Sound, the place is extraordinarily private and quiet. Near Hansville on the tip of the Kitsap Peninsula, the home is apart from the hustle and bustle found in many places, yet it is just a 10 or 15 minute drive from groceries and within 25-30 minutes of attractions like picturesque Poulsbo and Port Gamble. We used it as a jumping off point for day trips everywhere from the Olympic Peninsula to the Hood Canal to downtown Seattle. It just felt like home. The host was easy to work with. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marianne S.

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

A little piece of heaven!

The view is spectacular and ever changing with the shipping lane including the cruise ship we saw on arrival to the leviathan container ships down to amazing sail boats and fishing/crabbing boats. The big surprise was the clouds - at night with the moon and at sunrise like we have never seen before. So peaceful. The accomodations are excellent. Very comfortable. Feels like home. Great job Lydia!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

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

Right Choice

The view is spectacular! Close to surrounding activities. Clean. Very comfortable. A great get-away place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

meighan f.

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

Beautiful view, lovely house!

Spend several says with my mom and her partner. Relaxing and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H.

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

Wonderful property. Great views. Owner was a pleasure to work. Wish we could give it 6 stars.

This is a wonderful house. Gorgeous location overlooking The Sound. Could not have had a nicer experience. House is immaculately kept as well.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danny M.

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

Rural Retreat

Lydia place was perfect for a several days of relaxing with abundant nature all around (e.g., old-growth forest, Puget Sound beaches, bird sanctuary). The house was clean, spacious, and comfortable - and the views! We hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Wonderful house! Would say again

We enjoyed a great stay at this house. It was clean, cozy, and the view can't be beat. Great access to the beach and light house, as well. Lydia was responsive and welcoming. 5 stars!

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Awesome Weekend

Another incredible weekend! The house and location are wonderful. Lydia is an incredible host. On top of all that, the local bald eagles put on a show right over the water, right off the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

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

Exceptional

Perfect... Clean, beautiful, and as picturesque as you want. Very rural with anything you want within 10 miles. Casino, restaurants, grocery both local and commercial. We enjoyed the deck off the kitchen and living room with fireplace the most. Downstairs there is a wood stove with a deeply equipped sound system. Couldn't ask for more... Then we saw the bald eagles (plural) and the massive ocean going ships and barges slide by. Neighbors are fun and super nice. No issues at all really... Thank you to the owners of this slice of the good life! We'll be talking soon for either next Xmas or this summer!!!!! JP
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Liv F.

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

Cozy getaway with great beach time

We stayed here for the Thanksgiving holiday as a quick getaway. The home was clean, cozy, and comfortable. The beach is a short walk through woods and allows for long strolls. We saw about 50 seals out in the water, an unexpected treat. It’s also a bird area, so lots of bird watching to be done. The view from the house is expansive and beautiful. We had a couple of small hiccups (mix up with door code and a short power outage) but Lydia was quick to respond and help resolve things. The power outage actually added to the experience - there were plenty of candles and we had a quiet, screen free family evening. It is important to note the well water, but there is plenty of drinking water on hand. Also worth noting, the downstairs shower is wonderful. We had a great visit and would definitely recommend a stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alcina H.

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

Relaxing getaway

We had a great stay at this property. It was comfortable and it had a great water view. The place was cozy and the place was stocked with what we needed. Note there is not a washer and dryer and that was a little inconvenient for us but otherwise it was great. We enjoyed the games and puzzles that were available. Communication with the host was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by Lydia Dimmer

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Having grown up in Europe I did not expect that I would call the Pacific Northwest my home one day. But after living here for nearly 40 years now, I must admit that I fell in love with the rugged beauty that is all around us. Alas, I like real estate and have several other rentals, however, this one is my favorite by far. This is why, until recently, I was too selfish to share my good luck in finding this gem of a house/location with others. I hope you will enjoy your time at Loki Bluff as much as I do!

Why they chose this property

Ever since coming to the Pacific Northwest I wanted to own a property with a view. My budget was limited but I spent countless hours traveling up and down hood canal to try and find a piece of land that I could build on eventually. I found what I thought was my dream location, but the building process was daunting and, well basically I chickened out. However, when I started a new search, this time for a modest little cabin, I lucked out! It wasn't just the sailing regatta that was happening on a sparkling sunny day when I visited with the realtor, or even the swallows nesting right in front of the kitchen window, nor solely the incredible views, but the feeling of being on top of the world. Being a "cliff dweller" is special and you just have to experience it for yourself. I could not have dreamed up a better spot for a getaway.

What makes this property unique

Loki Bluff is just a short ferry ride and 10 min by car from the city. There is a farmers market in the summer at the Kingston ferry where one can purchase fresh and organic produce. There are various charming little towns for an easy afternoon outing or you can call Loki Bluff home base for exploring the peninsula. Those who would prefer not to explore further will find it quite easy to kick back on the deck with a drink and a good book, or to cuddle up in front of the fireplace on stormy winter days.

Languages:

English, German
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