10/10 Excellent
Colleen M., Pakenham Australia
27 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Colleen M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Entire home
Cozy Beach Retreat-Hood Canal & Olympic Mountain Views
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 469.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Poulsbo, WA
- Kitsap Memorial State Park18 min walk
- Hood Canal Bridge6 min drive
- Clearwater Casino17 min drive
- Poulsbo, WA (PUL)16 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed
Common area 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy Beach Retreat-Hood Canal & Olympic Mountain Views
Historically a waterfront restaurant & later a dock caretaker's home, this newly remodeled cottage awaits your arrival. Besides Hood Canal and Olympic Mountain views, you may see dolphins, seals, Great Blue Heron's and Bald Eagles from the comfort of this beach getaway. Bring kayaks or stand-up paddle boards and launch from a beach just steps away.
A well appointed kitchen is a a must, and we've tried to check that box. If crabbing season is open, and you get lucky, there's no better seafood to enjoy right there.
Nearby Activities:
Kitsap Memorial Park—1/4 mile walk north—Playground equipment, grassy field for Frisbee tossing
Salsbury Point County Park—fish from the dock…just north of Hood Canal Bridge (take life jacket…there may be a tidal current)
Undersea Naval Museum www.navalunderseamuseum.org Keyport, WA
Bloedel Reserve www.bloedelreserve.org curated gardens/forest walks on Bainbridge Island
Olympic Outdoor Center-Kayaks in Port Gamble www.olympicoutdoorcenter.com
Poulsbo Downtown nice Norwegian-themed town-lots of shopping and good restaurants.
Kingston (20 min drive)/Port Gamble (8 min drive)-nearby towns
Port Townsend-Very cool town 45 min drive—across the bridge and north
Golf-Port Ludlow, White Horse south of Kingston, Gold Mountain, McCormick Woods, Trophy Lake, Rolling Hills—most about 20-30 minutes drive.
Hiking-see www.Alltrails.com and allow it to recognize your location or choose Poulsbo, Kingston, Hansville, or Silverdale for locations. The Olympic National Park has amazing hiking—Marmot Pass or Mt Townsend for more energetic hikers, Lower Lena Lake slightly easier…drive an hour 45 min for Hurricane Ridge hiking outside of Port Angles for crazy beautiful views & hiking.
Port Townsend Aeromuseum www.ptaeromuseum.com (www.sprucegoosecafe.com ) great food—voted best pies at fly-in airport nationwide by pilot magazine.
For more ideas, try www.visitkitsap.com
A well appointed kitchen is a a must, and we've tried to check that box. If crabbing season is open, and you get lucky, there's no better seafood to enjoy right there.
Nearby Activities:
Kitsap Memorial Park—1/4 mile walk north—Playground equipment, grassy field for Frisbee tossing
Salsbury Point County Park—fish from the dock…just north of Hood Canal Bridge (take life jacket…there may be a tidal current)
Undersea Naval Museum www.navalunderseamuseum.org Keyport, WA
Bloedel Reserve www.bloedelreserve.org curated gardens/forest walks on Bainbridge Island
Olympic Outdoor Center-Kayaks in Port Gamble www.olympicoutdoorcenter.com
Poulsbo Downtown nice Norwegian-themed town-lots of shopping and good restaurants.
Kingston (20 min drive)/Port Gamble (8 min drive)-nearby towns
Port Townsend-Very cool town 45 min drive—across the bridge and north
Golf-Port Ludlow, White Horse south of Kingston, Gold Mountain, McCormick Woods, Trophy Lake, Rolling Hills—most about 20-30 minutes drive.
Hiking-see www.Alltrails.com and allow it to recognize your location or choose Poulsbo, Kingston, Hansville, or Silverdale for locations. The Olympic National Park has amazing hiking—Marmot Pass or Mt Townsend for more energetic hikers, Lower Lena Lake slightly easier…drive an hour 45 min for Hurricane Ridge hiking outside of Port Angles for crazy beautiful views & hiking.
Port Townsend Aeromuseum www.ptaeromuseum.com (www.sprucegoosecafe.com ) great food—voted best pies at fly-in airport nationwide by pilot magazine.
For more ideas, try www.visitkitsap.com
Property manager
Deb Harrington
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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 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
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About the area
Poulsbo
Located in Poulsbo, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Port Gamble Museum and Jewel Box Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Contractors Warehouse and Sawdust Hill Alpaca Farm. Naval Undersea Museum and Bloedel Reserve are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Poulsbo, WA
What's nearby
- Kitsap Memorial State Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Hood Canal Bridge - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
- Port of Poulsbo - 11 min drive - 11.2 km
- Sawdust Hill Alpaca Farm - 15 min drive - 15.9 km
- Clearwater Casino - 17 min drive - 17.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Starbucks - 7 min drive
- Wendy's - 7 min drive
- Wingstop - 8 min drive
- Taco Bell - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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10/10
Eco-friendliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer R.
2 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving visit
Jennifer R.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wendy L M.
10 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Healing environment
Wendy L M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristi O.
31 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach cottage
Kristi O.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Martin
21 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Martin
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charles M.
25 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Stay
Charles M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Les B.
8 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfort on Hood Canal
Les B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Bijan D.
4 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Beautiful
Bijan D.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Terry
8 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Terry
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
judy n.
6 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitsap holiday
judy n.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Judy D.
30 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Washington Fun
Judy D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan V.
5 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful setting
Susan V.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Scott M.
20 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view and location
Scott M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Terry P.
8 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful retreat
Terry P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Charles M., SILVERDALE
25 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
35th Anniversary
Charles M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Donna L.
26 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Getaway
Donna L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Margie S.
29 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place for down time
Margie S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen S.
25 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying
Kathleen S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Reg K.
6 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Stay
Reg K.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jason R.
27 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving 2022
Jason R.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen S.
15 Nov 2022
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Sea Breeze Cottage
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Martha M.
9 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Martha M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Paige H., United States
4 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
Paige H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tawna B., California, USA
27 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Tawna B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer R.
14 Sept 2022
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About the host
Hosted by Deb Harrington
Living in the Poulsbo area now for 40 years, always on Hood Canal, I love the mountain and water views. Since 1995, I've managed a vacation rental home we owned in Hood River, OR, then beginning in 2015 we transitioned to a VRBO home in Cannon Beach, OR (Vrbo.com/443420) which my wife and I continue to manage when we're not visiting ourselves. I'm experienced knowing expectations of vacation home guests.
As a member of the Lofall Community Corporation (LCC) for 35 years (which owns the home), I volunteered to help select furnishings & amenities and also to manage the vacation rental using VRBO. Two other members spent months doing a great job remodeling the home, and it looks amazing.
I look forward to answering your questions and facilitating your visit to this wonderful Northwest getaway & beachfront cottage.
As a member of the Lofall Community Corporation (LCC) for 35 years (which owns the home), I volunteered to help select furnishings & amenities and also to manage the vacation rental using VRBO. Two other members spent months doing a great job remodeling the home, and it looks amazing.
I look forward to answering your questions and facilitating your visit to this wonderful Northwest getaway & beachfront cottage.
Why they chose this property
The LCC did a great job remodeling a home previously reserved for a dock caretaker, but realized we had available members to do the upkeep rather than have a permanent resident there. The remodel simply beckons for visitors wanting to escape the city or for those seeking solitude, a good view and a comfy bed. Fast WiFi helps stay connected, if you want to work and just need a change of scenery.
What makes this property unique
Besides the waterfront access for kayaking, you're an easy 20-30 minutes from world class hiking in the Olympic Mountain National Park. I've hiked in Bhutan, Ireland, New Zealand, Switzerland & elsewhere & this backyard opportunity we enjoy is simply hard to beat. I mean it.
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