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Stunning Chateau in the GH/ Fantastic for a Relaxing Getaway & Whale Watching

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Interior
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 8390 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Gig Harbor, WA
  • Popular LocationTacoma Narrows Bridge4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPoint Defiance Zoo and Aquarium12 min drive
  • Popular LocationPoint Defiance Park17 min drive
  • AirportSeattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)38 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1, first floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2, first floor master bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3, second floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4, second floor (LG)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5, second floor, attic baby room

1 Double Futon

Bed room 5 Small Mackenzie

1 Single Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1st floor, shared master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom by the kitchen

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom first floor

Toilet

Bathroom lower floor (game room)

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom second floor, shared

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Stunning Chateau in the GH/ Fantastic for a Relaxing Getaway & Whale Watching

Incredible one of a kind custom waterfront home. Views of the bridge, sound and mountain from every room in this spacious house. One of the Best Whale Watching Sites in Puget Sound You Don't Need a Boat. A chefs kitchen w/ center island, dbl ovens, walk-in pantry & a built in Miele Espresso machine. Living room is large w/ vaulted ceilings & a stone gas fireplace. Downstairs is a lg rec room w/ gas fireplace and a view. Access to Narrows Park a great beach in Gig Harbor, a hidden treasure. ( sorry we can’t host weddings)
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Property manager

Maryam Milani-Baladi

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Swedish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
There a minimum $1,000 fee for events

Pets

No pets allowed

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
Note from host: There a minimum $1,000 fee for 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Gig Harbor

Located in Gig Harbor, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Performance Golf Center and Cushman Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Wild Waves Theme and Water Park and Titlow Park. Consider Court House Square for a night out or Narrows Plaza Bowl if you're travelling with kids.
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Gig Harbor, WA

What's nearby

  • Tacoma Narrows Bridge - 4 min drive
  • Tacoma Mall - 11 min drive
  • Tacoma Dome - 12 min drive
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 12 min drive
  • Point Defiance Park - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Tacoma Dome Station - 12 min drive
  • Convention Center Station - 13 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tower Lanes Entertainment Center - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cooper's Food and Drink - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Cloverleaf - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Chateau in the GH/ Fantastic for a Relaxing Getaway & Whale Watching pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Chateau in the GH/ Fantastic for a Relaxing Getaway & Whale Watching?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Chateau in the GH/ Fantastic for a Relaxing Getaway & Whale Watching?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Chateau in the GH/ Fantastic for a Relaxing Getaway & Whale Watching located?

This family-friendly Gig Harbor holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Performance Golf Center and Tacoma Narrows Bridge. Tacoma Musical Playhouse and Cushman Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Lyn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Fabulous View
The view is stunning. The common areas look great – clean and modern. In general the property is well maintained. The photos accurately reflect the grounds, exterior, and common areas. We were excited until we arrived and found out the listing was not correct with regards to the sleeping beds and the number of bathrooms. The property was described as 5 bathrooms and 7 sleeping beds. First, there is only 3.5 bathrooms – one of the toilets is not operation during the summer months (we rented in August), and one is only a half bath. One bathroom is in the laundry room and there isn’t enough room to comfortably walk past the W/D to the toilet and shower. The bathroom in the basement (without a working toilet) had a broken shower door with broken glass on the shower floor, and a clogged sink with awful-looking standing water. There is only one (master) bathroom photo but, it doesn't look like that now. With no curtain be prepared to flash anyone standing on the back patio. The other bathrooms are dated and don’t look anything like the one bathroom photo. More and accurate photos would be helpful. The listing described 7 sleeping beds: 1 king, 3 queen, a twin, a futon, and a sofa that converts to a double. There wasn’t a sleeper sofa in the basement. And, the twin is not a full-sized twin – it is a child’s bed. I contacted the owner to let her know of the inaccuracies and since our stay the listing has been updated to accurately reflect the beds and baths.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

chelley r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Women’s wellness weekend
Fabulous place for a group of 5 or 6 to commune and enjoy one of the best views of the Puget Sound. Easy access from the airport, nice walking areas, great restaurants and a very well equipped home that lets people who respect the opportunity to live a grand lifestyle for a few days. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

lynne d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Making Special Memories
Our family group of three generations thoroughly enjoyed our Gig Harbor stay. We felt like royalty. We enjoyed the views from the porch and windows. We put together a puzzle in front of the family room window, looking out in the bridge and Mt. Rainier. It was amazing to see Mt. Rainier in so many different lights during the day. We enjoyed watching the water and the trains on the other side. The home gave us lots of room to spread out. The beds were comfortable. Maryam was very responsive and knowledgeable about restaurants and current activities in the area and respected our privacy. We enjoyed the fancy coffee maker, grilling fresh salmon on the bbq grill, and roasting marshmallows for some mores in the fire pit. We stayed more than a week, but wish we could have stayed longer. We made some very special memories for our family and thank Maryam for sharing her unique chateau with us.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Elise V., Frisco, TX

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Views good, could be cleaner
Overall the place was okay. It did feel scary at night. There were some issues with cleanliness of certain things like the coffee maker there was mold, etc. but overall good. Some people may be a little scared at night just because of the darkness and the feel of the place. Property manager communicated very well and worked with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judie M., Bonney Lake

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome girls weekend
We had a great time playing cards, telling stories, cooking together, and relaxing on the balcony with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
What a beautiful house and stunning location! Everyone enjoyed relaxing on the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri T., Tampa, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Views
This property was perfect. Great kitchen and gathering areas. Great experience on the water. Even saw a few whales!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Waterfront Home
Our family enjoyed our stay immensely! Easy drives to Gig Harbor and Tacoma. Home was a warm landing spot as we explored the Sea-Tac area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
We loved our time at this property and look forward to staying there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular view
Very relaxing stay at a unique home with an unforgettable view overlooking the narrows bridge.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
We used this beautiful vrbo as a wedding venue and it was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Dawn L S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely large home with incredible views
The house was large and accommodated our family of eight. The views of the Tacoma Narrows were outstanding. We saw a pod of orca, and a whale breach twice. Viewing the wildlife was amazing. The host is extremely responsive which was helpful when we had a few issues. The Internet can be unstable, likely from service provider.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Chela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable
House is large and in a spectacular location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding at the Chateau
What a lovely setting for our sons wedding . It was a perfect ceremony with a gorgeous view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magnificent location
Lovely place with amazing views. Very easy check in and out.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Baron G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Castle
We refer tp the property as, The Castle". Need we say more? OK, we will. The view was spectacular. In addition, there are over 15 restaurants within a 5-10 minute drive in one location which I believe is called the town center. Many more businesses other than just restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful gathering space
A whimsical wonderland. We referred to this special gathering place as "The Castle". We rented this Vrbo for ourselves, a few close family members and couple lifelong friends to celebrate our wedding on Fox Island. The kitchen and dining area are very spacious, warm and inviting. We spent most of our time in these two areas: dining, talking, laughing, and playing games. The kitchen appliances are top of the line, including a built-in espresso machine! Then there's the views!! I don't even know where to begin to describe the magnificence of the views that can be experienced from almost every room in the house. Absolutely breathtaking. The bedrooms are small, sparcely decorated and could use some additional lighting and clothing storage. The upstairs bathroom decor is very dated, yet adds to the charm of the castle. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our time at "The Castle".
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W., Costa Mesa, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family of the bride
What a beautiful place with a spectacular view. Charming, eclectic and had everything we needed. Lots of room to spread out and enjoy. We loved walking in to twinkle lights on the porch and the fire in the various fireplaces. We felt at home immediately!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Very clean, fantastic location, beautiful view. The owner is incredibly sweet, responsive and thoughtful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best view !
Very impressive house and location. Maryam was incredible with her responses and assistance. Best Christmas our family has had in years!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

JOHN K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Was planning a little family weekend getaway for my wife’s birthday, booked this place way in advance because i didn’t want to miss out on this beautiful home. It definitely didn’t disappoint, we all loved the home and area, have nothing but grate things to say and the kids definitely want to come back in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing customer service and communication.
Amazing views, room for all and an immaculate and beautiful property. Host was friendly, courteous and eager to help. Would absolutely stay at this property or any other from this host, again on the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Philip M., Ridgefield, Wa

Liked: Communication, location
View
great view
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gwen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A view to remember
This house is amazing but the most awesome thing is the view of the Narrows bridge and the narrows water way. It is a 24 hour view that is mesmerizing. During the day you can watch the boats cruising up and down and at night the lights of the bridge reflect in the water. And day or night the trains go up and down the tracks on the other side of the Narrows. The house has a beautifully updated and fully equipped kitchen. The bedrooms are all comfy with very nice bedding and linens. We spent most of our time on the porch or on the patio, reading books and watching the scenery. We also took advantage of the wide variety of restaurants which are only 10 minutes away. We walked from the house, up the street and down to Narrows State Park. Its a good beach walk at low tide. We also drove to another State park and enjoyed driving along the rural roads. This is a special place that is A DELIGHT.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jerry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful in park stetting right next to the bay.
The home was adorable for our group of 7, incredible gourmet kitchen, awesome deck with great view of the bay, with plenty of room for all of us. Simply a wonderful experience and we would defiantly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Maryam Milani-Baladi

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Languages:

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Russian, Korean, Dutch, Swedish, Chinese (Mandarin)
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