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New electric fireplace for ambiance and comfort

Sitting bar for four between dining room and kitchen

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Check-in time

5:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Port Townsend, WA

Ann Starrett Mansion3 min walk
Rose Theatre3 min walk
Fort Worden State Park5 min drive
Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)119 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

The house had a beautifully remodeled kitchen and was in a perfect location for our stay, just a block from the farmer's...

Joyce H.

Aug 2, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2 Room with a view

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Master main floor bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Relaxing place to gather with friends and family in Uptown Port Townsend, ~WA~

Our daughter has always called this 'The Ferry Boat House' because you can watch the ferry boats as they move in and out of the port. This house is a wonderful blend of 1880’s Victorian charm and relaxing beach house comfort.

Fully furnished three-bedroom, one and a half bath home with an incredible view of the Bay and mountains. This house is very conveniently located one block from the fountain staircase and is less than two miles from Fort Worden. The main floor bedroom has a queen-size bed and one the second floor bedrooms has a queen while the third room has a full bed.

The living space is equipped with a 55”TV, VCR and DVD player plus plenty of room to stretch out and read a good book. There is a formal dining room with a large table plus the kitchen has a table and additional seating. There is a large eating bar with visibility to the smart tv hanging in the kitchen. Off the kitchen is a large deck perfect for relaxing and enjoying the view.

This is a quiet neighborhood where you can park your car for the duration of your stay and walk almost anywhere you want to visit.

Pets must be approved prior to stay.

Keywords: House

Property manager

Teri and Bill Spelbring

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Ocean view

Ocean view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Windows can open from top down for added security

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Cats are not allowed but dogs are if approved prior to reservation.

Guest is financially responsible for all damages to property

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

About the area

Port Townsend

This holiday home is located in Port Townsend Historic District, a neighbourhood in Port Townsend, and is in the mountains and near the beach. Port Townsend Golf Club and Madrona MindBody Institute are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Chimacum Corner Farmstand and Lavender Wind Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Port Townsend, WA

What's nearby

Ann Starrett Mansion - 3 min walk
Rose Theatre - 3 min walk
Port Townsend Carnegie Library - 6 min walk
Fort Worden State Park - 5 min drive
Point Wilson Lighthouse - 6 min drive

Getting around

Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pourhouse - ‬17 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Propolis Brewing - ‬19 min walk
‪Elevated Ice Cream Co & Candy Shop - ‬6 min walk
‪Tommyknocker's Cornish Pasty - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing place to gather with friends and family in Uptown Port Townsend, ~WA~ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing place to gather with friends and family in Uptown Port Townsend, ~WA~?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing place to gather with friends and family in Uptown Port Townsend, ~WA~?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing place to gather with friends and family in Uptown Port Townsend, ~WA~ located?

Located in Port Townsend Historic District, this holiday home is steps away from Olympic Peninsula, Rothschild House State Park and Rothschild House Museum. Ann Starrett Mansion and Rose Theatre are just steps away.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H., Round Rock, TX

2 Aug 2023

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

Ferryboat house

The house had a beautifully remodeled kitchen and was in a perfect location for our stay, just a block from the farmer's market and local grocery store, a short walk to downtown and the beach.

Stayed 29 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

3 July 2023

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

Wonderful!

My stay at the Ferryboat House made my visit to Port Townsend a dream come true. The location is fantastic between Uptown and Downtown, the kitchen is well supplied, and all the rooms are super comfortable. Teri is superb host, responding to any question in a timely fashion. I especially enjoyed morning coffee with the view of the sound on the back deck. I’m looking ahead to my next visit already!

Stayed 32 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James P.

31 Mar 2023

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

A great place to stay

Very quiet, comfortable well located house. Walking distance to everything. House was clean, well furnished and equipped, and hosts helpful and well organized.

Stayed 86 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc S., Where do you live?

5 Oct 2022

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

A Wonderful Home away in PT

Everything is wonderful about FerryHouse. Terri is wonderfully responsive. The house is wonderfully appointed and situated and on and on. We will be returning.

Stayed 32 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara E.

15 Aug 2022

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

Best Summer Vacation House

We always enjoy our stay at the Ferryboat House.

Stayed 29 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S., Arlington, TX USA

5 July 2022

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

Wonderful month in Port Townsend!

My husband and I were thrilled to be able to spend a month in Port Townsend at the Ferry Boat House! Ferry Boat House has an excellent uptown location close to the steps to downtown, farmer's market on Saturdays, as well as fun parks and shopping. Aside from trips to the Olympic National Park and other state parks nearby, we didn't really have much need of a car. Teri and Bill have updated the house for comfort and functionality, including a well-stocked kitchen with nearly every gadget you could possibly need. The living areas are quite open and bright, with lots of room to spread out, and the bedrooms/bathrooms were a good configuration for guests. The house itself is well insulated for sound and the occasional "heatwave," and has excellent wifi for those working remotely during their stay. Don't be surprised if you see some of the resident deer in the yard! We would happily return to Ferry Boat House on future trips and highly recommend for couples and families. Thanks, Teri and Bill!! :)

Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

vivian e.

16 June 2022

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

Love Port Townsend

Very comfortable home, great view, lovely location.

Stayed 39 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Z., WINNETKA

23 Apr 2022

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

Tranquil house overlooking PortTownsend.

Clean. Well equipped. Lovely setting to connect with family. Walks in the neighborhood and to town with great views. Enjoyed our sunrise and moonlit sky during the visit. Hit all the right notes and wonderful owners!

Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy R.

28 Jan 2022

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

Great location in Port Townsend

The ferryboat house is a great location to walk around Port Townsend. It’s warm, cozy, and very clean. The kitchen is so well equipped, thank you Teri and Bill. This is a great place to stay in Port Townsend.

Stayed 64 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L.

1 Nov 2021

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

Lovely home in a wonderful location!

From start to finish, we had a terrific stay in Port Townsend and this lovely home was a great place to base ourselves for easy access to town services and coastal recreation. The hosts made us feel very welcome. The house was super clean and very comfortable. There is a wonderful kitchen with plenty of space for cooking and communing when you’re not distracted by the views of the Ferryboat traffic from the breakfast table or outdoor deck. Restaurants and shopping are an easy walk. Don’t miss the Farmers Market on Saturdays, just a three minute walk away.

Stayed 29 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

John L., St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

2 Oct 2021

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

The Right House in the Right Place

Lovely Victorian house in the historic district steps away from the Rose Theatre (including 139 stair steps if you take the shortcut). Well appointed and equipped. We would stay here again.

Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rick F.

13 Aug 2021

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

Worth the wait

We waited i would guess around 18 months or more to get to this property , we had to cancel in 2020 , virus, but 2021 we finally got our vacation in. Well worth the wait. Everything was laid out for easy understanding for use of everything the home provided. I think we contact homeowner once in the month long stay. They were quick to respond. 5 min walk into town , Sat. farmers market 5 min walk, Beautiful town. lots to do surrounding area. Great experience

Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rain F.

1 Feb 2021

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

Our favorite holiday home!

Our college-aged family of 4 fit perfectly in this sweet and updated Victorian home in the middle of uptown Port Townsend. Lots of storage and amenities for long stays. Teri and Bill were extremely helpful when needed and made sure we had everything we needed for our 3 month stay over the holidays (even holiday decorations!) We were greeted with coffee, wine and a turkey roasting pan. We fell in love with the view, kitchen and the family sharing spaces. Note: The stairs are steep and short, as most hundred year old homes, but if you are careful, it works out fine to get to the 2 extra bedrooms and 1/2 bath upstairs. Two were able to work/Zoom at the same time with the internet system. And during Covid, it was wonderful to be in such a CLEAN home! Thank you Teri and Bill!!! We all will miss our little holiday home and hope to visit one day again!

Stayed 91 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

sean m.

5 Oct 2020

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

A Great House

Everything was perfectly lovely. Great Views and location. Very comfortable and clean Owners very helpful

Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen T., Indio

1 Sept 2020

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

A Victorian Gem

My husband and I enjoyed a month in this comfortable and amenity-filled house which also is in an ideal location to experience all that Port Townsend has to offer. The house is very comfortable and offers prime views of the sound from several windows. I greatly enjoyed sitting on the deck reading or just watching the sailboats and the ferry sail by. The house contains everything you could want, from a kitchen with every appliance and utensil you could need to loads of towels and comfortable beds. The stairs to the upper floor are a little steep (if you’re unsteady on your feet) but we had no problem with it. We slept in the downstairs bedroom which was just perfect. The house is located three blocks above the waterfront and the downtown area with restaurants and shops and access to bicycling paths and sailboat tours. Teri was quick to respond to a couple questions. We definitely recommend this house and will book it again if we return to the area.

Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Russ H.

3 July 2020

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

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Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.,

3 Nov 2019

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

Love Port Townsend

The house couldn't be better for enjoying all PT has to offer. The kitchen has everything you would ever need. Love the breakfast table in the sunny corner. The owner provides all the amenities to make it easy to move in and enjoy the town. We will be back.

Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

11 Jan 2019

The house is a vintage home blocks away from from town and the farmer's market. We so much stay.

Teri was so helpful and we did all the activities around Port Townsend, farmer's markets, art fairs and Christmas events. The house is very comfortable and cozy, I especially enjoyed the views of the bay from the deck. Hope to stay there again.

Stayed 34 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Judith W.

1 Sept 2018

A treasured place to stay

This is my 4th stay at Ferryboat House. The house is the same, easy to live in, a happy place. Owners are thoughtful and it is well equipped if a bit like every vacation place, full of random kitchen wares and a cacophony of linens. Furnace and equipment in good working order. The garden a bit overgrown but beautiful w/dandilions trimmed by friendly local deer. In a great location walking distance to Uptown shops and weekly Farmers Market as well as Downtown tourist shops, good eateries and a fabulous old time movie theater, the Rose.

Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Maurine M.

1 Aug 2018

Great house ! Great location !

This is an ideal location in Uptown Port Townsend. The house is comfortable, clean and well equipped for an extended stay. The rooms are large and light; the neighborhood is quiet, yet close to everything. The eat in kitchen and upstairs bedroom have water views of Port Townsend's downtown waterfront. You are within short walking distance of both downtown and a local market. The owners are nice and responsive to your needs. I really enjoyed the stay here; you will love Port Townsend.

Stayed 34 nights in Jun 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

6 Dec 2016

Wonderful house in a great location!

This house is so great! The bright kitchen nook is a great place to sit in the morning and watch the water. The beautiful large deck is a great happy hour/dinner location, again with great water views. The house has everything you could need for either cooking in or there are great close by options for eating out. The central location to both downtown and uptown provided lots of opportunities to walk to dining, theater, art galleries, shops, etc. We are looking forward to returning. This was a really relaxing place to stay and we enjoyed our visit tremendously.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Port Townsend, WA USA

23 Aug 2016

Immediately felt at home!

We loved being able to soak in everything that Port Townsend has to offer while staying in this charming victorian home. We have enjoyed this gem several times over the years & recommend it anyone who truly wants to fully experience this area. The home welcomes its guests with warm victorian character; a bright sunny kitchen/dinette to enjoy your morning tea/coffee, clean well furnished bedrooms (3), bathrooms (2), kitchen, dining room and laundry room. At the end of a day out-and-about, the large deck off the kitchen is a perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine while looking across the bay. We were able to easily walk to the bakery, farmers market, uptown shops/restaurants, downtown shops/restaurants, concerts on the dock, movies in the best theater ever (Starlight), Maritime Center, marina (beautiful wooden boats), live theater, live music and wonderful people. The owner provided area information and resources for us to make our stay the best it could possibly be! If you are looking for a welcoming, comfortable place to stay while enjoying all that Port Townsend has to offer, this is the place! Expect to take home wonderful memories and the desire to come back as often as you can.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Matt I.

20 Aug 2016

Always a great stay! Cozy, Perfect Location

Been here several times in recent years and every time i'm reminded why i've been back. The house is spacious, yet cozy. The corner kitchen window(s) provides the perfect morning light and allow you to enjoy your coffee with with a partial view of the Sound. Meanwhile, the location couldn't better (couldn't be better!) as it sits smack dab between downtown and uptown - plenty of shopping, exploring, waterfront access, restaurants, etc. all in a few minutes walking distance. The local grocer is only a block or so away too making it a super convenient trip when needed. As a bonus, the local neighborhood deer often make an appearance in and around the yard, providing a small taste of tranquil wildlife - making for a great photo opp or simply a few minutes of enjoyment. Can't wait to get back! Only an hour from the Seattle/Bainbridge ferry, and the perfect small town experience for a temporary getaway or long term stay.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

maria S.

11 Aug 2016

Love this house!!!

We love staying at this sweet Victorian house. perfect set up for Couple or small group, with 1 bedroom and bath on main floor and 2 bedrooms and bath on second floor. Perfect location for exploring pt - we walk to everything. My favorite parts are walking to the bakery and looking out to the wAter from the deck. Hope to stay longer next time!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

10 Aug 2016

LOVE IT HERE!

We LOVE it here! The house has a cozy charm! I love the corner windows in the kitchen...perfect place to sit and have your 1st cup of coffee before walking out the door to get another.... I have spent many weekends at this house - with my kids and as a Girl Friend getaway... never got in the car because we walked to everything... coffee, breakfast, shopping, running, the park, the grocery store, the movies, cocktails.... hope to go back soon.

About the host

Hosted by Teri and Bill Spelbring

We fell in love with Port Townsend after we spontaneously took a ferry over from Whidbey Island and have been hooked ever since. We found the house while antiquing and made arrangements to buy it shortly before our family expanded. Our children have grown up wandering through town and on the nearby beaches and we hope to retire there in the next few years.

Why they chose this property

The view of the water!!!!! We sit in the kitchen, dining room or living room and can watch the water. The upstairs bedroom and bath also have great views.Port Townsend is an incredible town with great people and wonderful amenities.

What makes this property unique

We love this house and location because there is the small town feeling with amazing amenities. We have a bakery, spa and community center all within one block of the house. Two blocks away there is a wonderful grocery store with a deli inside. There are also numerous restaurants within blocks of the house yet it's still in a small neighborhood where everyone watches out for each other.