Wonderful

1 bedroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Washer

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Fireplace

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Vashon, WA

Vashon Center for the Arts9 min walk
Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum2 min drive
Ober Park3 min drive
Renton, WA (RNT-Renton Municipal)65 min drive

Most relevant reviews

8/10 Good

It was great just a little more information on the pilot light, would be nice.

Bob D.

Feb 28, 2024

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Walking Distance to the town of Vashon, fireplace, patio, bbq...

This beautiful, recently renovated second story studio apartment is fully furnished with everything you need for a relaxing stay: a large outdoor deck with propane barbecue, a propane fireplace, full kitchen, bathroom with shower, and lots of windows overlooking the field and its visiting deer. It is walking/biking distance to Island Center Forest, the town of Vashon, O-Space, Vashon Center for the Arts, and is 10 minutes from several beaches. Your dog is welcome with an additional deep cleaning fee. (We don't host cats due to allergies.) there is a queen bed and a small 3 cushion sofa (see photos) that works for a child.

Vashon Island is accessed by a 20 minute ferry ride from the Fauntleroy ferry terminal in West Seattle (Not the ferry from downtown Seattle! ), Tacoma and Southworth. Schedule and fare information is available at Washington State Ferries on line. Weekday mornings and evenings there is King County Water Taxi service directly to downtown Seattle. This cute studio is on the main Metro Transit 118/119 bus line. It is a 7 mile or so bike ride from the ferry terminal, or you can put your bikes on the Metro bus. Vashon Shuttle Service will pick people up and deliver them to Sea-Tac Airport. The ferry terminal is about 20 minutes from Sea-Tac airport. It is 10 minutes drive to the apartment from the Vashon ferry dock. Uber and Lyft and taxis DO NOT OPERATE on the island. Vashon Rides or Vashon Shuttle Service are sometimes available by reservation.

Property manager

Lisa DeFaccio

Premier Host

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Microwave

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Sleeps 14 if all rented, plus camping in back.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Pets must be leashed at all times outside.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 97

Note from host: Sleeps 14 if all rented, plus camping in back.

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

Vashon Island

Located in Vashon Island, this apartment is in a rural area. Vashon Center for the Arts and Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ober Park and Seattle Chinese Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at T-Mobile Park or BMX Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.

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Vashon, WA

What's nearby

Vashon Center for the Arts - 9 min walk
Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum - 2 min drive
Ober Park - 3 min drive
Westfield Southcenter Mall - 62 min drive
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 - 67 min drive

Getting around

Union Station - 52 min drive
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

‪Classic Eats - ‬56 min drive
‪Camp Colvos Brewing - ‬18 min walk
‪Palouse Winery - ‬8 min drive
‪Snapdragon - ‬16 min walk
‪Pop Pop Bottle Shop - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walking Distance to the town of Vashon, fireplace, patio, bbq... pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Walking Distance to the town of Vashon, fireplace, patio, bbq...?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walking Distance to the town of Vashon, fireplace, patio, bbq...?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walking Distance to the town of Vashon, fireplace, patio, bbq... located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Vashon Center for the Arts, Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum and Ober Park. KVI Beach is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

nancy m.

24 June 2024

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

Cute little place

Clean and well supplied. Close to shopping and eateries. Comfy bed and couch. Delightful bird feeder outside the window! Only negative (for me, a light sleeper) is that there is one other rental on the property so I could hear a going by at night since it is a gravel driveway. Otherwise it would be five star all around!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wren R.

18 June 2024

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

Cute and clean with all you could need

This is a cute upstairs bnb. Its kitchen was well equipped. Bed was comfortable. The property manager is super nice and friendly. Bring an eye mask if you’re sensitive to light in the morning. It has curtains but they let most of the light through. Super convenient location to get to the downtown. Definitely a great stay!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

9 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lex T.

24 Apr 2024

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

Fantastic stay in cozy studio

We came to the property for my baby moon- it was a lovely overnight trip to Vashon Island and it was such a blessing to stay in this studio! We brought my pup so I am glad we found such a cute space that allowed him. Loved the natural lighting, the bed was super comfy, and the hosts of the property allowed me to take the lilacs in the space home which really made me so happy! We would stay here again

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Bob D.

28 Feb 2024

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

Thanks

It was great just a little more information on the pilot light, would be nice.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

EDWIN H.

6 Nov 2023

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

Disliked: Communication

Vashon1stTimer

Good location, fully equipped clean unit and excellent warm bedding. Kitchen, living and sleeping areas were great. But, blinds to cover double glass sliding door to balcony were stuck in fully raised position (no privacy). Called 24/7 contact numbers; no answer, left message and my call back number - no return call. Tiny 1 person bathroom with tiny corner shower was smaller than expected but functional. Would rate 4 stars if not for privacy issue.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda R.

8 Mar 2023

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

home repair respite

My son stayed at the cottonwood studio while some serious home repairs were being done. Lisa was very responsive and accommodating.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

26 Feb 2023

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

Perfect romantic weekend

We spent a short weekend on the island and the little studio is so cozy and close to everything.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

19 Jan 2023

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

Clean cute property close to downtown.

Easy experience!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bethany O.

2 Jan 2023

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

Center of It All!

This studio is SO conveniently located in the center of all there is to do on Vashon. We hiked with forest with the dogs, cooked dinner in the studio, then enjoyed the arts! Lisa was quick to respond and solve a minor issue with the propane fireplace. We had a great one night getaway and hope to do it again soon!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl M.

15 Nov 2022

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

Lisa is a fabulous host👍🏼

This was the second time of renting from Lisa and just keeps getting better! This time, there was a communications glitch…not Lisa’s fault…and the place I originally rented was not ready for us, so I contacted Lisa and she PROMPTLY took care of us and we ended up in another lovely rental that was even sweeter than the one we had paid for!! She really took care of us and even dropped by a sweet little gift for us during our stay. Any time I reach out to her, she responds quickly and with such sweet energy❤️❤️ I would not hesitate to rent from her again…..and can’t recommend her highly enough!!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Leni R.

8 Aug 2022

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

Happy days

Stairs may be challenge for some

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

carol v.

29 July 2022

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

Vashon trip

Great as we got an hydrofoil ride and enjoyed the island

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy R., Tacoma, USA

17 July 2022

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

One night stay

Location is great. Perfect for downtown and strawberry festival access. Stairwell to the unit not easy if older or any physical issues. Some traffic noise so if sensitive to that just be aware. Lisa was great to work with and accommodated an early arrival time.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lisa DeFaccio

Ceramic artist, equestrian, Vashon native.

Why they chose this property

The property was a strawberry farm until the late 1970's and the studio is in what used to be a farm building. The main house was built around 1890. I bought the property in 1995.