Charming 1920's English Cottage w/Water Views •A Del Mar Vacation Property

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Entire home

Gorgeous cottage kitchen with garden and bay views through dining room.

Large dining room with bay view. Seats 8 to 10.

Living Room with lots of large windows that open out onto porch and bay view.

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

9.6

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6121 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Washer

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Port Orchard, WA

Bainbridge Island Ferry Dock57 min drive
Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)65 min drive
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 9172 min drive
Alki Beach78 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Not available for weddings, large events or one-night bookings.
This house does have air conditioning to cool off on those hot days.

Because of the tight knit neighborhood, a maximum of six (6) people are allowed at this property at any given time, this includes overnight and daytime guests/visitors.

The Cottage:
Del Mar Cottage is the charming 1920's Air Conditioned cottage by the sea you've been dreaming about. The character of this cottage, from traditional architectural details like crystal door knobs and elegant crown molding with beautiful easy open windows to let the cool sea breeze in, make this get a way a 'must stay'.

The Garden:
Relax on the garden's porch swing while reading and sipping your favorite lemonaid. Later enjoy some stargazing from your luxurious outdoor spa while planning the next day's ferry ride, antiquing or golf game.

The Neighborhood:
Just 15 minutes north of Gig harbor is Del Mar Cottage's tiny neighborhood of South Colby, nestled between Port Orchard, just 5 minutes to the West, or the Southworth ferry dock to Seattle, just 4 minutes the East. This charming cottage seems to have guarded the bay for many, many decades. Make Del Mar Cottage part of your next get away. You'll want to come back every year!

Walks & Dog Lovers: There are several wonderful walks to take your dog on for an adventure. By the way, the house allows a maximum of two dogs, and each dog is a separate pet fee. Del Mar Cottage is one house back from the beach, but there is a quiet, single lane frontage road that is directly on the beach, great for walks and viewing all that the beach has to offer. The frontage road (SE Cornell) is just west of the Del Mar Cottage gate.

Then, just 1/8 of a mile east from the cottage is Harper Pier, overlooking Puget Sound. Continue your walk another 1/8 of a mile to the park just past SE Scatterwood Lane; great for letting the dog run in the fenced little league base ball area.

Across from the park is a natural boat and kayak launch, great for letting the dog play in the water!

Keywords: Cottage, Bungalow, Cozy, Charming

Property manager

Erik Giddings (Del Mar Cottage)

Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Not child-proof.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking outside is fine.

Guests agree to sign agreement and send back with a scan/photo copy of Government issued ID.

No events or parties. 6 people in the house max.

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Southworth

This holiday home is located in Southworth. Seattle Center and WaMu Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 and Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at T-Mobile Park or Lumen Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Port Orchard, WA

What's nearby

Bainbridge Island Ferry Dock - 57 min drive
Seattle Waterfront - 66 min drive
Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 - 69 min drive
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 - 72 min drive
Alki Beach - 78 min drive

Getting around

Kent Station - 60 min drive
Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
‪That One Place - ‬8 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
‪Uncle Dave's Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 1920's English Cottage w/Water Views •A Del Mar Vacation Property pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming 1920's English Cottage w/Water Views •A Del Mar Vacation Property?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 1920's English Cottage w/Water Views •A Del Mar Vacation Property?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming 1920's English Cottage w/Water Views •A Del Mar Vacation Property located?

Situated in Southworth, this holiday home is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Manchester State Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum and McCormick Woods. Alki Beach Park is 11.1 mi (17.8 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Blanche N.

30 May 2024

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

Great place

The cottage is equipped with everything you need. It is 8 minutes from the ferry. The hot tub was a wonderful bonus. We would happily rent it again.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten R.

5 May 2024

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

Cozy Cottage Charm

This cottage was just what we needed--even cuter than the pictures and so charming. We arrived to music playing and a bottle of wine and delighted in the mix of modern and vintage furniture (especially the piano!). The hot tub, garden, deck, and yard were all lovely and felt like a classic English country garden. Although it was rainy some of the time, we still enjoyed sitting out and watching the sunset. We were also visited by some deer grazing in the open meadow next door. Our dog had a blast, too. We slept wonderfully and loved relaxing in the sun room bedroom to the front. It was also fun taking walks along the waterfront and it took no more than 15 minutes to drive anywhere else we wanted to explore in Port Orchard or Manchester State Park. The cottage was perfect for our birthday weekend of reading, writing, and relaxing, and we hope to be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

9 Apr 2024

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

Truly charming cottage

This was a great place to stay. Very comfortable & relaxing atmosphere. Very cute cottage & nicely decorated. We had a wonderful stay & will be back! Thanks

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Anyssa F.

25 Mar 2024

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

Beautiful Property

This property has some quirks (as it should for a 1920s home). It was a great stay with a wonderful view!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

4 Mar 2024

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

Better than expected

The photos online do not do this place justice. It was much better than I expected. Everything was clean and nice and we had a great time staying here.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

5 Jan 2024

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

Beautiful property

Had a wonderful time. Very convenient for exploring the area and a relaxing locale for our downtime.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy D.

29 Dec 2023

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

Washington Del Mar

Coming in late evening Home was lighted and very welcoming The stay was so cozy and relaxing Everything was perfect We spent our Christmas here If you love plants like I do Several garden areas to walk or sit We were welcomed with wine and a Christmas tree I could on on and on. We will stay there again

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Cammy B.

30 Nov 2023

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

Great stay for Thanksgiving

When we arrived, we opened the door and there was wonderful jazz music playing, heat was on and there was a bottle of wine with glasses all ready to go! It was so inviting. The house was charming and very well equipped (even all of the necessary kitchen tools to fix a Thanksgiving meal)! Everything was there for us and we had a very relaxing time. The jacuzzi was fantastic! What an added plus!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn M.

13 Nov 2023

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

Visit with grands

A charming well-appointed cottage. The hot tub was a added bonus. Our only complaint is the shortage of wash clothes -- only found two for a 4-day stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

25 Oct 2023

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

Great location to explore the PNW

Nice, quiet, relaxing getaway with friends. Kitchen had everything we needed to complete meals. The rooms were nice and dark for good sleep.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

1 Oct 2023

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

Peaceful and quaint

This is a lovely quiet space. Daily walks to the pier and shoreline included sightings of deer and eagles as well as seabirds and various types of boats. The host was gracious and responsive.

Stayed 27 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Amy H., Albany, OR

24 Aug 2023

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

Delightful and cozy, Owner great to work with.

This is a delightful cottage with beautiful water views. Owner was kind and helpful through planning and check in as well as through the stay by checking in on us even after arrival to offer help/guidance as needed. Gave four stars for cleanliness due to the nature of this well- loved century old home surrounded by lots of vegetation. Leaf litter is a reality, and was seen around the grounds and on the deck upon arrival. This is not intended to be a flaw, but rather, a review to clarify future guests’ expectations. This cottage is a vintage home that has been lovingly cared for and is well appointed with many items to make the stay comfortable. Many extras were also available that were a delight to have available. If your desire is to stay in a modern, sterile residence with sharp clean lines and pristine lawns, this is not the place to stay. However if the description above fits your vision of a place in which to get away, you will find that this is a great place to stay! Will return!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis B.

12 Aug 2023

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

Beautiful property

Amazing little house with lots of amenities and close to some really cute town centers with restaurants and shopping. The house has been beautifully kept and the foliage well groomed. Very well stocked kitchen with some “welcome” drinks in the fridge for us. We used the jacuzzi and the fire pit which were both wonderful. Even saw a bald eagle in a tree while sitting on the back porch on our last day! The only suggestion I would have is to have more small trash cans in the bedrooms and living room. Only ones were in the bath and kitchen. Had a great time and will definitely return to this house in the future for vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

7 Aug 2023

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

Peaceful

very peaceful place to work and relax

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P., Pawleys island, sc

27 July 2023

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

Peaceful

My family and I had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property. We would love to come back

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

David M.

16 July 2023

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

Home in Harper

As advertised, an indirect view of the Puget Sound, a quiet neighborhood, and a comfortable house with a hot tub out back. 14 of my days there were great, 1 not so great. All in all, a very good experience.

Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil N.

9 July 2023

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

Cute cottage with water views

Enjoyed the stay. The kitchen was well equipped. Quiet location with water views. Nice outdoor area as well. Would stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

29 Apr 2023

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

Peaceful

The location is wonderfully located for a bit of R&R!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noah H.

28 Mar 2023

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

Peaceful cottage

Really enjoyed the property. Hot tub makes all the difference. The piano was a fun touch. Would recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Wade H.

19 Mar 2023

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

Cosie home with easy walk to water

My wife and I enjoyed this charming home with all its features. We had a good partial view of the water from the back porch in March. The five minute walk to the shore is well worth it. We were able to walk along a private road and explore the beach.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan N.

26 Feb 2023

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

A little work, a little play

Combined wife's work trip with a little weekend getaway. Home is well-appointed and cozy. Would like to see the yard in the summer. Fire pit was great!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

12 Feb 2023

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

Darling cottage

Cottage was well kept and clean. Nice amenities and close to restaurants and the water.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

5 Feb 2023

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

Quaint Home

It was a quaint home. Had everything you needed for a relaxing weekend. Even had a kettle and French press. There were also needed cooking items that you probably would have forgotten like oil, spices and etc. We enjoyed relaxing in bed watching TV. The hot tub was an enjoyable part of our "do nothing" weekend. You are not on the water but have "pick-a-boo" views. I also enjoyed having extra blankets to snuggle on the couch. Many vacation rentals to not have these little touches. The home was out of town but close enough for a quick drive into Port Orchard. It was a very nice and welcoming touch to see the wine and fresh flowers on the dining room table for our anniversary. We enjoyed our stay. I had only 2 negatives- Bathroom is small which it is not the owners fault. It's a 1920's home. Things were smaller back then. Just want to mention if it's a concern for future guests. 2nd- it's time for deep spring cleaning & pressure washing. Don't get me wrong. All surfaces were VERY clean. It was one of the cleaner short term rentals homes I have stayed. The linens smelled so fresh and clean. Overall, I would definitely recommend this little quaint home for your next adventure in Port Orchard/ Gig Harbor Area. I know we would stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Esra U.

25 Jan 2023

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

Weekend getaway

Really enjoyed our stay with friends. Nice, clean house, equipped with all our needs.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

31 Dec 2022

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

Even Better Than It Looks!

The photos - which are gorgeous - don’t do it justice. I stayed here with family over Christmas and it was the perfect cozy little place to spend a few days relaxing. Wood-burning fireplace was a great feature. View of the water. The owner was extremely communicative and extremely apologetic about a powe outage that was not at all his fault! Does include a washer and dryer. TVs are more up to date than they appear in the photos. There is a waterfront road that can be accessed by walking in either direction from the driveway. The road it is on is not the best for pedestrians, you have to walk on the shoulder. It’s not for very long either way to get to the water, but it was something we noted especially with my dog. All in all, a great stay and we plan to book again!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Erik Giddings (Del Mar Cottage)

We were lucky enough to find Del Mar Cottage years ago. The home has been beautifully maintained since the 1920’s and we thoroughly enjoy the opportunity to share its beauty with travelers worldwide.

Why they chose this property

We have enjoyed this location because of the water views and the short 40-minute trip into Seattle via the nearby Southworth Ferry.

What makes this property unique

Listening to the waves against the shore in the evening, and waking up to the sounds of the morning brings a peaceful start to your day at Del Mar Cottage. Save some time for beach combing or strolling to nearby Harper’s Pier.