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Charming Waterfront Home with Gorgeous View

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Living room of main house
Master bedroom with French doors to terrace
The front yard, looking west
Terrace with French doors to master bedroom
Gourmet kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Beach view
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Kingston, WA
  • Point Casino
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Port Gamble Museum
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Hood Canal Bridge
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Poulsbo, WA (PUL)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Waterfront Home with Gorgeous View

You will think you’re in Italy! This beautiful Mediterranean-style waterfront home and guesthouse with gorgeous 180-degree water views offer you a tranquil retreat on the Kitsap Peninsula -- only one hour from Seattle but a world away from noise and stress. We are located ten minutes from the Kingston-Edmonds ferry on Gamble Bay, near Hood Canal and Port Gamble, just 20 minutes from Poulsbo.

Relax on the large front lawn and watch the eagles and osprey soaring overhead. Listen for the cry of the blue heron, admire the deer that wander through the yard, watch the fish leaping in the bay. The house sits on 1 3/4 acres and is very private and quiet - the houses on either side can't be seen. It overlooks a sheltered inlet on Puget Sound that is great for beach-combing and kayaking. A gas grill and a picnic table make outdoor dining easy. Later you can watch the sun set on the bay and use the firepit to make s’mores. At night, go outside and wonder at the stars – far more than you’ll ever see in the city. Watch a DVD on our 32' flatscreen, read a book by the fire, or listen to music from our CD collection.

Built in 1949 by a master craftsman, the house is completely modernized but retains its original charm with lovely hardwood floors, beautiful architectural lines and exquisite stone masonry. The fully-equipped kitchen includes a range, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, two waffle irons and fine culinary tools (I love to cook!) The master bedroom has a king bed, a private bath with walk-in shower, and French doors that open onto a sunny terazzo terrace. Carpeted stairs lead to a mezzanine above the living room which has a king bed and double bed with a shared closet between. This is a loft which overlooks the living room, so it’s not completely private, but there are floor-length blinds that can be pulled down for privacy. A full bath with bathtub is at the foot of the stairs. The living room features a vaulted ceiling which gives an open feeling, and has a sofa that makes into a queen bed. Two dining room tables easily seat 12. A guesthouse is across the driveway from the main house and is included in the rental. It has a queen bed and a queen sofa bed, and 1 bathroom.

Curl up with a good book in the sunny corner window. Play one of our many board games. Or just be still and appreciate the amazing silence. The charming guesthouse has a queen bed, a sofa that makes into a queen bed, and a private bath with shower, making it a perfect separate space for members of your group.

There are lovely walks and hikes right from our front door. A large grocery store is six minutes away. Twenty minutes brings you to the charming Scandinavian town of Poulsbo, forty minutes to historic Port Townsend with its antique galleries and fabulous restaurants, and seventy minutes to Port Angeles where you will find quick ferry access to Victoria, Canada, plus incredible mountain scenery at Hurricane Ridge in the Olympic National Forest. Nearby Bainbridge Island offers excellent golf, restaurants, galleries, and cultural events year-round. A notebook with extensive recommendations for day trips, events, local restaurants and fun excursions is on the table when you arrive.

This is a perfect place for a quiet retreat, a family gathering, or a romantic second honeymoon. Our level entry and master bedroom/bath with walk in shower on the ground floor make it very accessible. Summers are truly beautiful here and last well into October. Puget Sound winters are generally mild (although somewhat damp) but the misty days are perfect for catching up on your reading or finally writing that novel.

Come experience the most relaxing getaway you have ever had. You will feel the calm energy as soon as you arrive.





Keywords: House and Guesthouse

Property manager

Cathy Ross

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please supervise children on the stairs to beach.
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Events

No events allowed
No events.
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anywhere on the property - thanks.
Items other than toilet paper will clog the septic system and make it non-functional. If plumbers are needed you will be responsible for the charges.
Using high heat - such as a wok - on the glass top stove will break the glass and you will be responsible for the repair.

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
Note from host: No events.
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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kingston

Located in Kingston, this holiday home is on the beach. Chief Sealth Statue and Port Gamble Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kitsap Memorial State Park and Shine Tidelands State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Sawdust Hill Alpaca Farm and Contractors Warehouse. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kingston, WA

What's nearby

  • Point Casino - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Port Gamble Museum - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Hood Canal Bridge - 17 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Clearwater Casino - 20 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Kitsap Memorial State Park - 21 min drive - 20.9 km

Getting around

  • Edmonds Station - 44 min drive
  • Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Point Casino - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Boom Room - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Grub Hut - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Port Gamble General St - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Waterfront Home with Gorgeous View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Waterfront Home with Gorgeous View ?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Waterfront Home with Gorgeous View ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Waterfront Home with Gorgeous View located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kingston holiday home is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Point Casino and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Hood Canal. Buck Lake County Park and Kingston Firehouse Theatre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leah K.

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

Family getaway

Home is a wonderful location and owner is very helpful. Neighborhood is very friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michella T.

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

Beautiful Property

Amazing location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

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

Family Wedding

Visiting for a family wedding. House was nice and clean. Had everything we needed and made the trip easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Beautiful and quiet

Beautiful home and view
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JILL P.

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

Wedding weekend

Amazing view Beautiful property and great unique house with wonderful space was a great setting for our wedding weekend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Jim K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Wedding retreat

Location of the property was wonderful. Beautiful views of the water and mountains. Overall the property had a "tired" feel (Dated). There was a lot of personal items throughout so not a lot of space for us to unpack and store our belongings. The write up references a beach, but not one you could sit on as tides came up to the bottom stairs. Harvested a few oysters, but not like what you would get in the local restaurants. It was convenient to our wedding venue.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

james c.

Great relaxing location

Great place to relax and explore the city, National Park and surrounding island towns
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Michelle B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

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

Very nice spot

We all very enjoyed the stay, beautiful view and fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacie F., Louisiana

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

Lovely home with beautiful view!

We really enjoyed our stay. The home was cozy for our family. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

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

Lovely Stay

Cathy was a very responsive host. We enjoyed the beautiful views and comfortable home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharron H.

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

Beautiful Scenery and View

Great time with family!! Lots of room for all of us! Beautiful yard overlooking the Ocean! Would recommend and we would all love to stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Tina V.

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

Excellent

Very nice place to get away on the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marianne R.

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

Wonderful!

Beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thu N.

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

short vacation

nice and quite
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Amazing trip home

Beautiful home and property, just as described!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Livio D.

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

Beautiful place to stay with my large family

We were in town for a wedding, so I had a lot of family staying over. This location was perfect for us. Very beautiful, very clean, and charming home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect for our family gathering

We had 8 family members stay here for a local wedding. Property was as described and wonderful. Lovely view, private setting and comfortable beds. Communication with owner was excellent and she was very gracious in every way. I highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Family Reunion

It was a lovely property. Gorgeous view. Cathy was a great communicator. It could use more information re local attractions in the notebook, but other than that a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon A., Battle Ground, WA

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

Nice Stay

Great location; close in, but feels far away. Well stocked home. Owner very responsive to contacts. Not a good swimming beach, but great paddle board and kayaking. Big back yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Celine N.

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

VRBO

We found that bath tub restroom shower handle loose can't open; therefore, can't take a shower the 3 nights. Gas tank almost empty, we had exchanged a new one. A wishful if we have a faster internet for working
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise A.

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

Lovely and restful

This was a great location for a family wedding at Kingston House. We also enjoyed exploring Poulsbo. The view is magnificent and we had everything that we needed. The house is a friendly, well-stocked and delightful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Kimheak P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

I like it

I’m having a lot of fun
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jaclyn D.

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

Beautiful view

Beautiful locations. The only down fall is the beds upstairs. They are more like beds in the atic and not in a bedroom. So they could be stuffy snd hot at times.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Beautiful view

The view, the lawn and the patios get 5+ stars! The home was the perfect size for our family and we enjoyed our stay. We made sure the little ones stayed downstairs because the loft railing is more decorative than safe for toddlers. Also the beach is only accessible when tide is out and getting to the beach is a little challenging with the overgrowth on the 5 flights of stairs. However, overall, we had a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cathy Ross

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I'm a northwest native, a retired school administrator, and now an educational consultant. My husband and I live mainly in Seattle, but escape to our Kingston waterfront home whenever we can. We hope you love it as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

It is peaceful and beautiful, yet it's only an hour away from Seattle - one ferry ride puts you in another world.

What makes this property unique

We love just sitting and looking at the view, watching the eagles fly overhead, and toasting marshmallows by the outdoor fire pit.

Plus, it's a perfect base for visiting other fun places in the area, such as Poulsbo, Port Townsend, and Sequim - even Victoria, Canada is easy to get to by way of Port Angeles.

Languages:

English