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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 798.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Shelton, Washington State
    Kneeland Park
    23 min drive
    Mason County Historical Society Museum
    23 min drive
    Phillips Lake
    24 min drive
    Olympia, WA (OLM-Olympia Regional)
    58 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

BEDROOM

1 Queen Bed

BEDROOM

1 Queen Bed

BEDROOM

1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

BATHROOM

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

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Kitchen
Dining
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About this property

NEW: Phenomenal Sunsets, Wild Orca & Private Beach - Captain's Retreat.

Enjoy phenomenal sunsets and wild orcas splashing in the bay, as you relish relaxing in the cabana, looking out over the water and letting go of all your cares. It just doesn’t get much better than this.

ABOUT CAPTAIN'S RETREAT

Located on the tips of Hammersley Inlet and Oakland Bay, Captain's Retreat is the perfect vacation spot, whether you prefer to relax or head out for adventures. Enjoy magnificent water views from the living room, the enclosed patio or the private beach cabana.

In the living room, you'll find comfortable couches and chairs, great for curling up with that book you've been looking forward to, as well as a wood fireplace to warm you and your companions up when the evenings are cool. If you're inclined, play a favorite movie on the flat screen television to round out your day.

Not only is there an enclosed patio with its own propane fire pit and water views, you'll also delight in the cabana nestled nearly on top of the water, with a propane barbeque and all ready for al fresco dining. And, down the stairs, closer the water, is another fire pit where you can end your evenings under the stars.

MORE ABOUT CAPTAIN'S RETREAT

Chefs in your group will welcome the full suite of kitchen appliances, enabling them to whip up meals quickly and efficiently. Its breakfast bar is great for morning coffee or cereal for the kiddos. Of course, there are plenty of pots, pans and dinnerware to meet all your culinary needs.

Three bedrooms offer plush accommodations for up to seven people, and include three queen beds, a twin over full bunk bed and a twin trundle bed under the bunk. Plush linens and towels are provided for your stay.

For fun family activity, guests can take advantage of the community pool, just $2 per person per day, just perfect for an active family.

If you're planning on putting your boat in the water, you'll find a small boat launch less than a mile down the road at Jacoby's Shorecrest County Park.

Up to two dogs are welcome, with our per pet per night fee.

ABOUT BELFAIR, UNION & HOOD CANAL

The town of Belfair features plenty of activities for family fun. Belfair State Park, about 30 minutes by car, offers an opportunity to explore the shores of Hood Canal, by foot or paddle board, fly a kite, just enjoy a picnic by the water. In town, you'll find unique shops, wine tasting and a variety of restaurants.

Also about 30 minutes away, you'll find the nearby town of Union has much to offer. It's the first non-native artist colony in the state of Washington and continues to attract artists of all kinds. There are a variety of restaurants and activities in the area, including the Alderbrook Golf Course.

And Hood Canal will tempt you with to die for scenic views, endless recreational activities (hiking, biking, watersports), and the opportunity to explore the beauty and wonders of the Olympic Peninsula.

Take a scenic hike where you'll be able to see the waterfront, the mountains, and possibly the sunset, too. Or go fishing or boating on the ever scenic Hood Canal.

THE HOOD CANAL HIDEAWAYS PROMISE

Hood Canal Hideaways is the only full-stack vacation rental management company in the area. We vow to make booking with us simple and exciting. We know that booking a rental property home for your vacation can be unfamiliar territory for some, while others know their way around it. Because we know this, we ensure that each of our properties is up to high-quality standards.

We do our absolute best to provide support to our guests when booking.

We are available to assist you every day of the year if you have any questions or concerns before, during or after your visit to our home. We have onsite property management available 24/7 for anything concerning that may arise.

MANAGED: This well managed property needs good guest behavior and adherence to instructions, rules, terms, conditions, and requires online registration, accidental damage protection, and electronic signature before final booking confirmation, or you may cancel before proceeding at that time. Phones open 9am to 7pm every day. For security, there may be outwardly facing security cameras, capable of constant recording depending on staffing. There may be interior decibel meters to report excessive noise. To allow enough time for full cleaning, check-In time is 5pm and Check-Out is 11am. Bookings over 29 days are with Prospera.vip Property Management.

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Hood Canal Hideaway Vacation Rentals
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only, max 2/50lbs, USD100 fee/unapproved pet

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Shelton

Shelton is home to this holiday home. Walter Dacon Winery and Hood Canal Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Harstine Island State Park and Lake Isabella State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Shelton, Washington State

What's nearby

  • Kneeland Park - 23 min drive
  • Mason County Historical Society Museum - 23 min drive
  • Phillips Lake - 24 min drive
  • Little Creek Casino - 32 min drive
  • Ridge Motorsport Park - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Log Cabin Tavern - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Guadalajaras Kitchen - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is NEW: Phenomenal Sunsets, Wild Orca & Private Beach - Captain's Retreat. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is NEW: Phenomenal Sunsets, Wild Orca & Private Beach - Captain's Retreat. located?

Situated in Shelton, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Phillips Lake, Graham Point and Mason Lake. Harstine Island State Park is 12 mi (19.3 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

William

Excellent PNW Beach Home
My son and I had a marvelous 4 days at this wonderful home. It has everything you need. It became a game for my son to list something he thinks a home should have and then find it. He was never stumped. The beach was perfect, the s'more supplies at arrival were a great touch. Lisa was super communicative and was patient thru a billing issue my bank had in seeing my reservation as a Fraudulent purchase. We will be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Wonderful getaway close to Olympics
Our family had a wonderful time at this home. The house was super clean and well stocked. Also appreciated the smore supplies awaiting us. Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Easy Peasy
This home (and it feels like one) is so nicely decorated (not cluttered which is a plus with two large dogs) and really clean. The back yard is private enough that we didn't feel stared at. Plus a great view and easy access to the bay beach with a nice covered overhang on the water side. Lisa made all of the work getting a reservation super easy. Only suggestion...document what is expected for check out since we just guessed (we didn't want to mess up the opportunity to stay again!).
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10/10 Excellent

BJ

Perfect relaxing getaway
My family of 5 arrived at Captain's Retreat as the last stop of a 17 day road trip up the west coast. It could not have been more perfect. It is a beautiful home in a more beautiful location on the water. Not only was it clean and comfortable for us, but all the additional touches made it feel like home for a few days. Absolutely everything we needed was provided, and we especially enjoyed hanging by the fire making s'mores while watching fireworks. Our kids said the Captain's Retreat was one of the best parts of our trip and have already asked to return. In addition, Lisa was great to work with for the booking. We use vacation rentals often, and this was our best experience so far. Thanks so much!
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10/10 Excellent

Barbra

Just beautiful, loved the feel of the house, very comfortable and homey.
Such a lovely spot, very quiet and welcoming. Our kids loved swimming and playing the Wii, my husband took them out in the dinghy at least once a day. We didn't feel like we needed to "go" anywhere though we did make use of the community pool which was nice and we happened to be there for a 50 year celebration. Both my husband and I had to work a bit and he enjoyed setting up his laptop down at the outdoor seating area and I liked the little outside "room" the only downside was just at the early evening when the sun was hot and shining in, might be nice to add a shade or something to either or both areas so you have the option for shade. We roasted marshmellows as well and made smores and it was a nice surprise to find Lisa had left the fixings for us upon our arrival as well as some sparkling wine for my husband and I . I would definitely recommend this for a family or couple that just wants to get away from the bustle of everyday!
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8/10 Good

Lea

Review by Lea
Cozy place, perfect setup for my family. The kids loved the welcome treats for s’mores along with the Keurig set up. The beach was our main reason for coming. The incline to the gazebo is a somewhat steep, be careful for those with balance problems. My husband has neuropathy in his feet so he walked slow and did fine. We arrived around 1pm and it was low tide. A bit of a trek to the water with kayak and paddleboard. Especially down the steps. The initial part is fine but avoid the steps down to the beach level with the kayak and slip it over the edge of the bank wall to the person below. Must bring water shoes with straps or the quicksand will suck your feet in if you stand too long in one place. One lost flip flop here. High tide was easier with no oyster shells to navigate. High tide is HIGH so bring your water toys up to the grass or they will float away if not tied down. It was neat to see the water rise to the bottom of the stairs. The kids loved being on the water and felt the temperature was comfortable enough to swim in and even when a nice breeze was out. No one fell in, but they weren’t worried if it happened. A seal followed them for awhile on the first day, they loved that surprise. We rented the kayak and paddleboard from a place in Allyn. The couple were wonderful and helpful. Pros Beach front - Nice view with beautiful sunsets - House was warm and inviting, felt like coming home. Clean with little welcome touches. My daughter noticed the little soaps, extra toothbrush in case someone forgot, the qtips and makeup remover pads in the bathroom. - Lisa was always available by text or email to answer questions that popped up. - Enclose porch with propane tank for a fire to watch the sunset..my favorite place to sit in the evenings when it became cooler. Cons The only con we had was that the staircase down to the beach. This was difficult for my husband to negotiate with his neuropathy and helping the kids bring the kayak and paddle board down the stairs difficult. Some steps down were higher than others, which is more noticeable for a short person and a kayak.
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10/10 Excellent

Marguerite

Review by Marguerite
We are a couple of friends who stayed here for a quick weekend getaway to chill, eat, and read. We chose this place because it was only an hour from Tacoma and it looked like it had a great view. This place exceeded our expectations at every turn! For the price we were expecting something very modest, and we were so delighted to find this to be a truly charming beach cottage. It has three comfortable bedrooms (I actually slept on the lower bunk in the bunkbed room and it was great) and an excellent well equipped kitchen. My friend (luckily!) did all the cooking but she said she had all the tools and supplies she needed! We had dinner on the deck overlooking the sunsets on the bay in the evening and hung out in the chairs provided on the beach reading books during the day. The weather was strangely warm this weekend so we got to hang out on the beach in the sun, but the cottage is perfectly set up for stormy weather with an awesome enclosed deck with a propane fireplace. Pretty much perfect. We ran into Shelton at one point to get something we'd forgotten and it was an easy 15 minute drive. Lisa is a fantastic host and communicated with us very clearly! We're luck to have her sharing this place with the world. We left scheming about how soon we could come up with an excuse to come back here.
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Perfect Hideaway
This little gem has everything you need for a perfect getaway weekend, rain or shine. Whether your taking long walks on the beach, or cozying up on the covered back porch enjoying the warmth of the fireplace, you will feel at home. A great place to unplug and relax with each other or with friends! We will most definitely be back ;)
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10/10 Excellent

Marc

Couldn't get any better than it was!
Comfort and all trappings of home!
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10/10 Excellent

Connor

Review by Connor
Beautiful place, perfect for a quiet getaway. Lisa was very communicative and quickly answered any questions that popped up. Would return!
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10/10 Excellent

Zack

Review by Zack
Our crew loved the quiet retreat on the Puget Sound. It was very clean, tidy and easy to transition into for our 2 week stay while away from home for business. It had everything we needed including comfy beds and a fireplace.
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10/10 Excellent

Delores

A grand vacation
This is the perfect spot for relaxing and enjoying nature. The owner has provided everything you could possibly need and the property is very well maintained. Sit by the fire or walk on the beach. View the deer in your front yard or walk through the forested development. I found a good book in the owner's collection and found solitude when I wasn't visiting with family. We drove up to Port Townsend and spent a delightful day there as well as in the close by town of Shelton, Tumbridge, Lacey and Olympia. There was so much to see and do, I'll have to plan another trip to cover it all! I can't wait to see the Olympic Peninsula in the summer!
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Great spot to relax, visit parks and see wildlife
Lovely home with modern amenities and various outdoor room areas to relax and enjoy south Puget Sound. Enjoy the beach or the Cabana area to view wildlife with binoculars. Harbor seals, otters, loons and ducks and of course bald eagles. Short drive to Harstine Island for the parks and Felid Big Cat sanctuary.
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Such a lovely and peaceful place to enjoy all the beauty of Puget Sound!!
The Captain's Retreat is a wonderful place to get away from it all and just enjoy time away. The home and property are conducive to quiet retreat and busy beach/water recreation.....something for any vacation appetite. Took walks on the road around the neighborhood and strolled along the beach for a long walk. The home is simple yet classy and very comfortable with all the creature comforts. We will be back for sure! Thank you Lisa!!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Review by Tricia
Great house on the sound. We enjoyed the view and back deck. Very clean with everything we needed to cook meals. Would recommend to friends!
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Review by Debbie
We had a wonderful girls weekend. The home is very nicely equipped and comfortable. We enjoyed the view and highly recommend this property
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10/10 Excellent

Ahrash

Review by Ahrash
Excellent place. Fantastic view, great place to lounge. House had everything we need and then some!! Lisa was a gracious host. Thank you!! Would stay again!!
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10/10 Excellent

Judy

Beautiful Relaxing Waterfront Home
The Captain's Retreat was perfect for our family getaway! The owner provided everything needed for our stay including beach towels and a BBQ for grilling our dinners. We went beachcombing with our six year old grandson and watched the tide come up as we dined on the ourdoor cabana. We were also able to use the community pool which was a 3 minute drive from the home. The last night of our stay we made smore's over the outdoor firepit while watching the stars twinkle above us. We loved staying at the Captain's Retreat and hope to come again. Thanks Lisa for providing the ingredients for the smore's
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Review by Rebecca
We loved the Captain's Retreat it was the perfect place to relax for a couple of days. My kids lived collecting shells and playing in the water. It had everything we needed. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
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10/10 Excellent

Barbra

This is just a lovely cabin!
We were welcomed with goodies! And our children quickly got into a routine of going out in the little rowboat with their daddy in the mornings and in the evenings and swimming. We enjoyed the community pool and just as a family were able to wind down and relax. This was our second time at this cabin and we loved it!
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10/10 Excellent

Lori

Rest & Relaxation!
This property has wonderful views and an awesome deck to enjoy them from. We played backgammon and had happy hour there each day while watching all the activity along the bay. The fire pit in the sun room was another highlight that we ended our nights with. The home was very clean, comfortable and had plenty of kitchen equipment to cook each night. It was also an easy jaunt to Shelton's Safeway and there were a couple of small oyster/clam markets where we were buying by the bag load. It was awesome! Thanks to Lisa for sharing - it was just what we needed and wish we were still there!
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10/10 Excellent

Golie

Calm and togetherness
This place is wonderful for a long weekend. Great views and sunsets. Comfortable house with everything that one needs to feel at home! The covered deck area was our favorite for meals and sunsets. Great games for all ages and very child friendly. Our two year old grand daughter enjoyed the beach area for exploration and some water experience. The ambiance made our family get-to-gether an intimate occasion! HIghly recommended!
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10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Review by Alicia
The home, view, communication EVERYTHING was excellent! I will definitely come back!
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Review by Scott
Great place, right on the Sound. Beautiful! Quite some distance from town, but that was not a surprise. The trade-off of the lovely view and quiet neighborhood was worth the drive.
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie

A very comfortable home in a quiet neighborhood
We very much enjoyed our stay in this home. It was quiet and having access to the beach was incredible. We beach-combed every day and even saw sea lions! The beds were extremely comfortable and I slept like a baby every night. We will definitely come back to this house for our next stay in Shelton. Thank you!

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