Location: Gig Harbor, Puget Sound, Washington State, USA (1 hr. from Seattle, 30 mins. from Tacoma, 1 mile Key Center)
Accommodations: Log Cabin, 2 Bedrooms + Loft, 2 Baths (Sleeps 5)
On the quiet key peninsula just 10 minutes from historic Gig Harbor, you'll find the Log Cabin Guest House surrounded by giant fir trees on Lake Minterwood. A truly romantic place to relax; canoe, kayak, or fish for trout; have bonfires lakeside, and enjoy the 8 person hot tub in nature.
Home to bald eagles and all types of birds, just minutes away from Penrose Point State Park and Joemma Beach State Park where beach walks finds you all kinds of shells and interesting driftwood.
The cabin is cozy with a wood burning fireplace (wood and kindling supplied), a log queen bed in the upstairs loft, french doors to a private balcony and a claw foot soaking tub. Turn your fantasy into a reality. Downstairs you'll find a second bedroom and bath, fully stocked kitchen, and fabulous deck overlooking hot tub and lake. Fresh oysters, crab, and salmon available just a few miles down the road. Great country restaurants nearby and a vineyard just down the road as well.
Centrally located to explore Gig Harbor, Tacoma, Seattle, Olympic National Park, Mt. Rainier, and up the peninsula to Port Townsend, Bainbridge Island, Hood Canal, and Sequim.
Get away from the hustle and bustle of life, go back in time, and enjoy the slow pace of a romantic era. Quiet never sounded so good.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Down comforters on each bed
- Off Street Parking: Driveway is big enough to hold 3-4 cars, or a travel trailerCozy
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace: Cozy stone wood insert that heats up the cabin beautifully. Wood and kindling supplied.
- Beds
- Queen Bed: Log bed in upstairs loft overlooking huge trees with french doors to deck.
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: Tons of movies as well as music videos
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: A large selection of music; jazz, blues, country, soul
- Jetted Tub in Bath: Romantic old fashioned clawfoot tub in loft with plenty of bubble bath.
- Private Hot Tub
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Gazebo: Indonesian tea house near hot tub with a couch for lounging
- View/Location
- Lakefront: Canoe and Kayak and fishing gear provided
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- Other Amenities
- Claw foot soaking tub, Kayak, Canoe, Fishing gear
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Summer rates Jun 01-Sep 30 .. $250/night (2 night min) .. $1500/week (6 nights)
Shoulder season Apr 01-May 31 .. $225/night (2 night min) .. $1350/week (6 nights)
Romantic winter Oct 01-Mar 31 .. $200/night (2 night min) .. $1200/week (6 nights)
$250 damage deposit, fully refundable.
$125 cleaning fee
Cancellations must be made 14 days in advance for full refund.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2004
5 years ago when I drove up to this little log cabin I felt I was home. To me it is quintessentially northwest style. It is very much my personality. My joy comes from sharing this with others that are in need of a quiet, quaint, old-fashioned feeling place to relax and de-stress. I love reading the comments I've received! I was a flight attendant for 20 years and travelled all over the world and I know the deep meaning of a peaceful place to lay your head. I am now a massage therapist. I still enjoy traveling so that's why I rent out this log cabin - as a means of continuing to explore the world and learn about other cultures. I love to photograph, write, and explore - especially on a bicycle!
Why the Owner Chose Gig Harbor
I love the Key Peninsula! It is unique with a country feel but so close to the wonderful waterfront town of Gig Harbor and the cities of Tacoma and Seattle. You can easily reach Seattle within an hour either by driving or taking the ferry. The huge trees in the community of Lake Minterwood cannot be cut down so it will always remain the way it is now. These huge giant fir trees are a real plus when you're staying in a log cabin - in the summer they keep the area cool and when they sway in a wind storm you are reminded of how truly small you are in nature.
The Unique Benefits of this Log Cabin
Canoeing and fishing on the lake is right out your front door, it is fairly normal to watch a bald eagle soar overhead, or a flock of birds land on the water together. The hot tub allows you to hang in nature and watch the trees sway overhead putting you in another world all together. The sun sets on the lake making it look like diamonds sparkling. Camp fires by the lake are memorable and it's just a few miles down the road to beautiful state parks and beaches.
Property Photos
- Fully fenced - log cabin looking up from lake - Lakefront Vacation Log Cabin Ten Minutes From Gig Harbor.
- Lower deck has 8 person hottub among the huge fir trees - Lakefront Vacation Log Cabin Ten Minutes From Gig Harbor.
- Fish, canoe, kayak, pitch a tent, build a bonfire... - Lakefront Vacation Log Cabin Ten Minutes From Gig Harbor.
- Upstairs is the loft with log bed, clawfoot soaking tub, and private deck
- Twin bed upstairs in loft where queen bed is in another area of loft
- downstairs bathroom across hall from bedroom
- Romantic winter.....
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What a splendid retreat! We all had such a marvelous time relaxing, exploring, kayaking, fishing and then more relaxing. The cabin is absolutely amazing. Everything is beautiful and serene. An immediate sense of comfort and well being takes over as soon as you walk through the front door. Thank you so much for sharing your gem with us-we could not have wished for a more perfect time. We will be back-hopefully very soon!
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The cabin is magical. Recommend Chamber's Bay to your golfers. We'll be back.
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sheila and peter , Igo, CA
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I am really enjoying my awesome stay! It makes me feel like I really am home. I could never ask for a better cabin to be vacationing at. I really enjoyed the bathtub and beds upstairs, but everything else was great! We went kayaking and canoeing and it was my first time! And I loved the hot tub - thanks so much for everything. From the Vegh's 10 year old daughter.
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We cannot begin to put into words how much we enjoyed our week! Every little detail of this cabin was lovely. We explored the entire house and took advantage of everything here. Everyday we found something new. It is hard to believe you would share such a beautiful place with others. I guess that's why you do..to give us a little piece of heaven. We will be back. Thank you so much.
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Thank you for allowing us to relax and vacation at your house this week! Our children really enjoyed the canoe and Kayak. The weather was perfect and were sad to go back to the heat today! Thank you again "The Cabin" is a perfect place to stay!!
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We were dutiful guests and did as we were instructed- Relaxed, Indulged and Enjoyed! I can't imagine a lovelier place to unwind and reconnect with family. The thoughtful touches throughout the cabin were much appreciated, and the natural setting is second to none....Thank you!