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Sailing lessons for the kids on Wollochet Bay...view from the Crow's Nest

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9.8

Exceptional

1 bathroomSleeps 369 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Dryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Gig Harbor, WA

Tacoma Narrows Bridge10 min drive
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium19 min drive
Point Defiance Park27 min drive
Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)44 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

5 star

karen b.

Sep 30, 2023

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Coastal Studio with PNW Waterfront Views!

LONG-TERM STAY renters welcomed from October through April. NO TAX for those staying for one or more months. Two week maximum stay from May through September, unless approved by owner.
THE CROW'S NEST is a large, clean, and private 739 square foot 2nd-story studio guest house above the detached garage of a waterfront home. It has 10' ceilings and is fully furnished with a private entrance. From its deck enjoy incredible views of Mt Rainier, Wollochet Bay and our gardens which were proudly selected to be included in the official Gig Harbor Garden Tour. Historic downtown Gig Harbor, both quaint and very walkable, is 5-7 miles away. You'll find small coffee shops & bakeries, restaurants, bars, and gift shops along the harbor downtown to enjoy during your stay!
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Welcome to the Crow's Nest at Anderson Landing on Wollochet (pronounced wuh-lah'-chet) Bay in Gig Harbor, Washington.

Enjoy any season at THE CROW'S NEST at Anderson Landing. On the second floor of a separate building from the main house you'll have privacy, comfort, view and access to one of the most beautiful bays on Puget Sound. Enjoy our no-bank waterfront with view seating, lush gardens, and fire pit right on the beach.

Relax on your private deck where you can greet the morning sun with coffee & enjoy the evening shade with a glass of wine. In the foreground of your view you'll see the quiet lush Shade Garden designed by the owner, a Master Gardener.
From Crow's Nest's queen-size bed view the water and Mt. Rainier...or the very large flatscreen TV. Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu & Hulu Live TV for standard tv cable services are included for those sports fans-
WiFi is very good! For those looking to do remote work, you'll find the Crow's Nest to be a quiet and easy atmosphere. We do consistently host guest who are simply looking for a change of scenery and who enjoy handling their zoom meetings & emails from laptops without issues.

Linens are provided. Laundry facilities available for those who stay a minimum of 1 week.

To reach the waterfront, you'll walk a narrow herb-filled side pathway to the right side of our waterfront home. Please feel free to use our shared dock between us and the neighbors to the left. We've had many a guest bring a blanket down to the dock to site upon and enjoy quiet time down there with their feet dangling from the sides.
Additionally, we do have a small firepit with seating which is available to use during non-winter months, so please just ask if interested!
If you'd like to stretch your muscles and do a bit of water activity, there are two orange colored kayaks and life jackets available. Feel free to paddle your way around the peaceful waters and explore Wollochet Bay. You are also welcome to bring your own paddle boards, kayaks, canoes or whatever boats you float.
Even in the WINTER, this cozy coastal retreat offers a quiet tranquility and beauty. Hundreds of unusual and beautiful migrating waterfowl visit these waters only at this time of the year. The sunsets can be quite spectacular and, with the occasional cold snap, we'll get the occasional snow once or twice a year. Our weather is temperate and seldom gets too hot (usually in the 70's and 80's in the the summer) or too cold (with winter averaging in the 40's).
Parking - we do have one available dedicated parking spot for our renters. If you do have a guest/family member in the area who would like to stop by for the day, it shouldn't be an issue. Any additional parking needs for overnight or longer term, please just inquire with us directly as parking is limited.
We suggest that you call Candace (253-222-8799) to secure the LOWEST RATE POSSIBLE.

RATES:
HIGH SEASON: MAY 1 - SEP 30 (2 night min.)
Mon - Thurs: $139/night
Fri & Sat: $149/night
Per WEEK (7 days): $849
Per MONTH (28-31 days): $1999

OFF SEASON: OCT 1 - APR 31 (No night min.)
Mon. - Thurs.: $119/night
Fri. - Sun.: $139/night
Per WEEK (7 days): $699
Per MONTH (28-31 days): $1499

OFF SEASON LONG-STAY RATE
$1399/mo for 2+ mos. between Oct 1 - Apr 31

ADDITIONAL COSTS
CLEANING FEE: $75 ($150 if staying 1 mo.+)
PETS: Non-refundable VRBO Damage Insurance + $50/wk per pet. Long-stay pets: $150/mo per pet

DISCOUNTS:
10% Active and Retired Military, Police and Firefighter Discount - Thank you!
Tidy-Tenant Refund (talk to the owner about this)

RESERVATION secured upon receipt of signed rental agreement and verification of 50% deposit (or 1st payment).

Property manager

Candace Anderson

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Pets must be approved by owner in advance.

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 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

Gig Harbor

Located in Gig Harbor, this apartment is near theme parks and on the beach. Cushman Trail and Performance Golf Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cutts Island State Park and Tacoma Nature Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Tacoma Dome, or consider a night out at Court House Square. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Gig Harbor, WA

What's nearby

Tacoma Narrows Bridge - 10 min drive
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 19 min drive
Chambers Bay Golf Course - 20 min drive
Sunrise Beach - 21 min drive
Point Defiance Park - 27 min drive

Getting around

Tacoma Dome Station - 19 min drive
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
‪Bbq2U - ‬6 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
‪Cutters Point Coffee - ‬7 min drive
‪Hops n Drops - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Coastal Studio with PNW Waterfront Views! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Coastal Studio with PNW Waterfront Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal Studio with PNW Waterfront Views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Coastal Studio with PNW Waterfront Views! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gig Harbor apartment building is within 6 mi (10 km) of Grandview Forest Park, Fox Island Sand Spit and Performance Golf Center. Skansie Brothers Park and Kopachuck State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Edrene C.

19 Apr 2024

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

Wonderful views and beautiful garden:

This spacious studio has everything you need for a fun and relaxing stay in Gig Harbor. We enjoyed the view, garden, full service kitchen and roomy bathroom. The deck and views are wonderful, a great place to hang out on a sunny day. Highly Recommended!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen b.

30 Sept 2023

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

Wonderful accommodations cute qell decorated and comfortable. Everything you could need provided

5 star

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

19 Sept 2023

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

A Stop Worth Making

The crow's nest was a great find to be away from the immediate Sea-Tac area. Great view with Mt Rainier in the distance.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom T., Port Charlotte

17 July 2023

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

Quiet solitude

What great hosts! We spent a month here at the Crows Nest and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Our hosts invited us to celebrate the 4th with their friends and truly made our time here wonderful. The view here is spectacular and we spent a lot of time on the deck overlooking the gardens and the bay with Mt Rainier in the background.

Stayed 31 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corinne D.

15 June 2023

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

Amazing View!

We enjoyed our stay. The water view is beautiful and the garden is lovely. Our next stay will be longer so that we can spend time on the water!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nora M.

5 Oct 2022

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

Crow's Nest

The Crow's Nest is a wonderful place next to the water. You can go kayaking on the sound or just enjoy the the views of the water and Mount Rainier.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken K., Grand Rapids MI USA

21 Sept 2022

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

Week on Wollochet Bay WA

Beautiful, clean and well stocked large studio - Crow’s Nest was perfect for a couple. View of the bay and Mt. Rainier from balcony makes you never want to leave it. Candace was a great host sharing her kayaks for relaxing cruises on the bay. Convenient to grocery, restaurants and more. Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Kurt B.

2 Oct 2021

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

Nice Location

Friendly hosts and in a safe area… they have kayaks and a small rowboat to use. One set of steps to get the apartment above the garage. No dishwasher the listing tells you that. Stacked washer/dryer works but it takes a long time (2 hours) to dry clothes. Heat is electric resistance and hard to regulate… it has a dial with no gauge showing temperature. The owner could save a lot of energy by installing an inexpensive split system heat pump for both air conditioning and heat that would be quiet and comfortable.

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Arn J.

2 June 2021

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

Simply great.

We’ve been traveling a great deal recently and throughout our lives and this place on the water, bar none was the best. Our hi light of every day of the month we lived there were the sunsets with the gleaming Mt Rainier as a backdrop. We delighted in walking through the lovely gardens on our way down to the beach for kayaking. We were totally enthralled watching the young sailors learning the art of managing their small boats almost every afternoon and evening. We could go on and on but suffice it to say if you ever get the chance to stay here in “The Crow’s Nest” , jump at it early. You will not be disappointed!!!

Stayed 30 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn D.

2 May 2021

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

Wonderful Rental!

This was our 2nd stay. Very comfortable and clean. Owners are close by and very friendly and helpful! Great location. The surrounding garden is beautiful and you wake up each day to a view of Rainier over the water from your bed. We love it there and highly recommend.! Carolyn & Steve Doolan

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon Y.

5 Dec 2020

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

Perfect Stay!

This apartment is perfect for long term stays- it has everything you need and its close by to restaurants and grocery stores. The view is absolutely amazing from the apartment. Everything was clean and well kept and I highly recommend staying here!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn D.

16 Nov 2020

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

Wonderful Rental!

This a spacious studio with more on hand amenities than are listed. Beautiful view from bedroom/porch of water and Rainier. Lovely gardens and walkway. The dock is well maintained and solid. Excellent parking. Bed was extremely comfortable. We could not have been more pleased. Candace was kind and gracious. Because the water was so calm, we choose to paddle from Wollochet boat launch( about 4 min drive) to the Narrows bridge where there is a park for lunch. Normally this is a tricky paddle because of the currents, but we planned it well and the water was calm. We saw 5 Eagles, 2 Red Tailed Hawks, approx 50 Porpoises, 2 Sand Pipers, Cormorants, Terns and so much more! The boat launch right next the home is a great backup for less experienced paddlers or if you happen to hit rough seas because it is more protected. Very clean and very private. We will definitely be visiting again. An absolutely delightful place! We highly recommend. The Doolans

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nora M.

2 Oct 2020

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

Visit to Gig Harbor

This is a lovely place to stay. The waterfront is very nice and the owners allow you to use the kayaks for paddling in the bay. I especially appreciated that my kids and grandkids could come visit and play there while I was there.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Meg D.

8 Aug 2020

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

Candace Rocks!

Stayed 6 weeks and loved it. Beautiful Wollochet Bay seen from the balcony. This is an extremely large studio unit above the garage. They have been updating with a stacked mini w/d, new small stove, hot plate, toaster, mini Kerrigan and microwave. You will have to wash your dishes but the view of the happenings on the gravel drive are fun to see. Candace helped me carry my stuff up a flight of 14 steps. (I’m 70). My 2 cats adored all the window sills! Candace was 100% nice!!! Great place...would have stayed longer but all booked up!

10/10 Excellent

Stephen wayne m., tacoma

19 June 2020

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

Beautiful

They make it so easy to stay. It's very very comfortable. And the people are fantastic

Stayed 55 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ted A.

17 Aug 2019

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

Very nice, very quiet

Great location, right on the water

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephen wayne m., tacoma

11 June 2019

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

Fun

Everything was good very comfortable love the chickens people are very kind I would highly recommend to anyone

Stayed 46 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

2 Aug 2018

Great place to stay. Wonderful views!

Like other reviews before me, it felt much larger than a 'studio'. My family really enjoyed our time here.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

27 Oct 2017

Wonderful place to spend a weekend!

What a treat it was to stay here! The owners were very kind and helpful. They did some very nice things for my wife (it was her birthday weekend) such as leaving chocolates scattered throughout the studio, and even gifted us a bottle of wine! Also, I saw where other reviewers made mention of the small refrigerator, but this was not an issue AT ALL as the fridge is normal residential size. It may have been replaced since the previous reviewer commented on it but I just want to state that there is a full size fridge in the kitchen. Thanks again Candace!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Julie M.

27 Jan 2017

Peaceful Beautiful Northwest

The Crow's Nest is a simple, non-fussy studio. It has all you need to enjoy the beauty of the Northwest- water (Wollochet Bay) and mountain (Mt Rainier) views, beach access, and the mountain an easy drive away. The studio has a queen bed, sofa, and day bed, large bathroom with standup shower, and a huge deck facing the bay with Mt Rainier in the distance. The neighborhood is quiet, the chickens are adorable, the hosts are lovely. In town activities (cinema, coffee shops, groceries, library, wine bar, restaurants, galleries, museum, and the harbor waterfront walk) are just a few miles by car. The Crow's Nest is the perfect place to chill for a weekend, a week, month, or more. Relax and enjoy your stay. It will be memorable.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

jeanne p.

24 Sept 2016

Anniversary Adventure

We had a wonderful long weekend at Candace's Crow's Nest. She has included everything that you need and the space is cozy, comfortable and spacious. The view of the bay and the wonderful gardens made the visit truly memorable. We went on the annual art open studio tour and had fun visiting the 20+ artists studios. We also took the 2 hour boat tour and that was enlightening as the boat captain grew up in Gig Harbor and knew lots of interesting facts and stories about the area. Fun excursion.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bill N.

18 Sept 2016

Outstanding and relaxing stay

Quiet, peaceful, and serene setting. If you want to get away and not have all the hustle and bustle of the city this is the place to go. Yet you are within minutes of shopping, shows, and a variety of restaurants. Your nice view of the bay and Mt Rainier is almost better than the owners have. Speaking of owners, they are truly the best landlords you could ask for. From day one they made us feel truly welcome as did all of the other neighbors. We enjoyed our three months there and were sad when we had to leave. Going to miss the campfires on the beach, marshmallow roasts, the great water view. Though we never tried them, you have fresh eggs when the chickens decide to lay. We found the Crow's Nest to be quite comfortable and furnished with everything you would need for either a short or long stay.

Stayed 61 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Peter B.

3 Nov 2015

Quiet Retreat

A gorgeous spot in a quiet location, yet with easy access to Gig Harbor. The owners are very nice and the studio is set up well. The only thing that would have made it better is a larger refrigerator.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2015

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jennifer H.

16 July 2015

Nice cozy cottage with a great view!

We really enjoyed our two weeks in the Crow's Nest. Candace and Bruce were very friendly and accommodating hosts. The view was lovely!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Molly S.

8 May 2015

Comfortable and convenient

The Crow's Nest has been perfect for my husband and I while he was working in Tacoma. It was a great "home away from home" for us. The commute across the bridge was very easy and I was happy spending my time in the wonderful town of Gig Harbor. You can get all the necessities (and more), as well as great restaurants. Our favorite for breakfast was the Devoted Kiss (WOW!) The studio is very spacious and homey and we always had a restful sleep in the comfortable bed and quiet neighborhood. The landscaping is truly amazing and it was so great to watch the plants come to life during the month of April. I brought my kayak and was able to just go out whenever I wanted and paddle in the Harbor and I found good walking right around the studio or there are many places to walk in Gig Harbor or in Tacoma. Candace was always helpful and very friendly and welcoming. I would definitely stay again and recommend it to friends.

About the host

Hosted by Candace Anderson

Bruce Anderson is in sales at Lexus of Tacoma. His hometown is Burnaby, BC, Canada, but became a citizen of the US over50 years ago. His wife of over 48 years, Candace, grew up in the Seattle area. They met in a band that sang its way around the world. Candace is a designer for ShelfGenie Seattle helping clients to maximize space and access. Her favorite thing to do is putter in the garden.

Why they chose this property

There's something about being by and breathing in salt air from seawater that is both peaceful and healing. This property has been completely reworked and rebuilt from the house to the gardens into an eyecatching, comfortable retreat for both the owners and their guests.

What makes this property unique

Living on a body of saltwater with its tides and sea life is very different from living on a lake. Though, like a lake our bay seems intimate and protected, it can be more closely compared to living on a cul-de-sac...only this is a cul-de-sac of water...salt water. Beyond Wollochet Bay is Puget Sound. Beyond Puget Sound is the Ocean. And that's the wonder of it: our little bay eventually leads to the ends of the earth.