Location: Gig Harbor, Puget Sound, Washington State, USA (Seattle-1 hr; Sea-Tac Airport-45 min; Tacoma-15 minutes) View Map
Accommodations: Cottage, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
Keywords: A cozy classic...
FABULOUS Mt Rainier/Harbor/Town/Puget Sound/Valley/Crescent Ridgeline Views! Beautifully restored, classic cottage. Tiny; only 450 square feet, but amazing! Newly decorated (just removed /replaced all ceilings to put in custom lighting), paint (taupe with white trim), taupe carpeting, new ceramic bath with glass corner shower, nearly-new, white kitchen appliances with new, 'oak' laminate floor, decks with outdoor furniture on 3 sides, all with views. Deer graze in the valley off the back deck and may walk through the yard to get there!
Yardwork (lawns and garden) maintained by professional gardener. Just above the Harbor...spotlessly clean and well-maintained. You will love this property! Furnished with new furniture (including a fullsize hide-a-bed couch, queen pillow-top mattress bed, deck furniture on 3 sides, classic leather barrel swivel chair). Designer linens, dishes, cookware & small appliances...EVERYTHING you could want for a fun and/or relaxed stay. Perfect one person retreat or romantic couple get-away ....a classic honeymoon cottage. You may want to come alone for a quiet escape; still with plenty to do nearby. This is the place to read a book or to write one!
Also notice VRBO listing #188445 - 'Above Gig Harbor'. This is an adjoining property (just across a large lawn). The two together could accomodate a very large group! 3rd listing also close...up to 18 people.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided : New, Cotton Linens
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Queen Bed : New, pillow-top, firm queen mattress
- Convertible Bed : New, sleeper couch; double, firm
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : OPTIONAL: Ask owner about availability...may be reserved if large home ('ABOVE GIG HARBOR' 188445) is not booked.
- Cable/Satellite TV : Comcast Cable TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library (3) : 30 classic movie/concert videos available upon request.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Designer dishes, stemware/glasses, utensils, cookware, coffeemaker, coffee bean grinder, rice cooker, blender, placemats, fabric napkins, paper goods, food staples...everything you could possibly want for preparing and serving meals and snacks.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : See above...it's all here.
- Refrigerator : Nearly-new refrigerator/freezer
- Microwave
- Catering Available : Several options.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Brand-new Brickman Gas Barbeque on rear deck
- Deck/Patio : Deck with Mt. & Harbor view on 3 sides of cottage plus deck patio with lounge furniture & view.
- View/Location
- Beach View
- Water View : Gig Harbor Bay/Puget Sound
- Mountain View : Mt. Rainier and the Cascade Mt. Range
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : High speed wireless inside and outside. Computer desk.
- Other Amenities
- Lawns, garden maintained by professional gardener/decks on 3 sides (watch deer)/next to VRBO listing 188445...can be additional space...may be possible to use gas barbeque & hot tub.
- Suitability
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : Ask owner...flat, but small
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Less than 2 miles from incredible shopping (in 3 directions), marinas, tourist activities, an amazing world-class YMCA...
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May-Sep/Holidays-$135/night-$810/week (7th night free)-$2,295/month(2 weeks free!)
2-3 night min. - Ask about last minute, mid-week only, or fill-in-day discounts!
Off-season - $125/night $750/week (7th night free) - $2,125/month (2 weeks free!)
Cleaning fee - $60
Fully refundable security deposit - $100
Paid reservations are non-refundable unless a subsequent guest books those dates
Full refunds WILL be given for security deposit & cleaning fee if cancelled..
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
'High Cottage' - Amazing Harbor Views
Year Purchased: 1993
Why the Owner Chose Gig Harbor
I live just 4 miles from the cottage.
Come to Gig Harbor and see for yourself why folks live/vacation here!
The Unique Benefits at this Cottage
The sun, the views, the gardens, the privacy...it's a great retreat spot.
Owner's Map of Gig Harbor
A long-time residential rental property owner, getting to design and furnish the large view home ('Above Gig Harbor' - VRBO 188445) was so much fun, I decided to also restore and decorate the adjoining cottage as a vacation rental. I am single, faculty at a small college in Tacoma, sail, hike, ski, a quilter, knitter, hand-weaver. I'm a concierge-style owner and love to meet and chat with guests (and potential guests) and answer questions or requests to facilitate your memorable stay here. I look forward to meeting you.
Property Photos
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- Cottage with Mt. Rainier, Puget Sound & Harbor Views - Gig Harbor, Washington Vacation Cottage with Harbor Views
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- View from Living room and kKitchen - Gig Harbor, Washington Vacation Cottage with Harbor Views
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- As you walk into the Cottage/View window to right/Kitchen left - Gig Harbor, Washington Vacation Cottage with Harbor Views
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- Living room across from Armoire-Desk...View to left/Kitchen to right
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- Kitchen from living room (front door to left)
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- Kitchen from Front Door
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- Doorway from Living room(Chair & Armoire-Desk) + Kitchen to Bedroom/Bath
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- From Bedroom to Living room/Shelf Cabinets/Door to Bath
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- Bedroom, bath closet (back deck door to right)
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- Bathroom (shower behind door to left/Closet to right)
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- Bedroom from Bath Doorway
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- Decks/Harbor View from Seating areas
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- Deer off Back Deck/Part of Valley View
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- Living room (View) from Kitchen/Front door to right
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- Harbor/Yard View
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- From the Deck
Traveler Reviews (6)
Been there, done that, keep going back!
Guest: Debi
(Austin, Texas)
Date of Stay: 09/28/11
Review Submitted: 10/03/11
We have been staying at the cottage 3-4 times a year for the past two years. We go for work and pleasure and the cottage is great for both. We are able to invite clients over for drinks on the deck or just sit there by ourselves and enjoy the view of the harbor. Besides lots of places for walking in and out of Gig Harbor, I take advantage of nice days to do yoga on the deck in the open air. Heaven! You get privacy but are still very close to wonderful restaurants and shops. Go and enjoy!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Just Perfact!
Guest: Cindy
(LOs Angeles)
Date of Stay: 06/07/11
Review Submitted: 06/26/11
Looking at the photos in this page bring back such wonderful memories of our stay! Cottage was just as described and Pat is a wonderful innkeeper. My husband,15 year old son and I ate most our meals on the deck overlooking the bay we cooked inside the well stocked kitchen. Th bed was so comfy, and it was hard to leave even after being there 7 nights. Just a wonderful little place to get away from it all but close enough to town. Thanks again for a great stay!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Relaxing Cottage Retreat
Guest: Mo
(Vancouver, WA)
Date of Stay: 06/15/11
Review Submitted: 06/21/11
We just spent 4 nights at this wonderful cottage for our anniversary. It's a sweet little home away from home with everything you would need. We ate in most of the time as the kitchen was so accommodating and the outside deck was such a nice place to sit and enjoy the sun and view. I would definitely recommend this place as a perfect little retreat!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway.
Wonderful!
Guest: Phyllis
(Gig Harbor, WA, USA)
Date of Stay: 11/03/10
Review Submitted: 11/14/10
We really enjoyed our stay here. The owner was so helpful and kind to us, getting us settled in and checking in with us throughout our week. Although we've lived in Gig Harbor for 18 years, we needed a place to stay during remodeling. We would definitely recommend it to out-of-town guests. It's location is perfect for walking to the harbor where anything one needs could be quickly picked up.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car.
Great Little Cottage
Guest: Visitor
(Geneva, IL)
Date of Stay: 06/12/10
Review Submitted: 07/23/10
This is a great little cottage for couples or small families (2 or fewer children). The cabin is very small as noted in the description and can only sleep 4 persons. The inside of the cabin is very well maintained and nicely decorated. The cottage is on a hill overlooking Gig Harbor with a beautiful view of the water. You can walk down to the harbor and take a stroll around to the restaurants and shops in the downtown area. The owner of the property provided good service and was available to answer our questions and concerns. In addition, she was prompt in refunding our security deposit upon our leaving. I would recommend this property for any couples or small families looking to stay in the Gig Harbor/Tacoma area.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+.
Loved it!!
Guest: polly
(santa barbara)
Date of Stay: 07/06/10
Review Submitted: 07/06/10
Our family of four stayed in this lovely cottage for a week in June. We loved it!! First of all, the view is truly amazing - a lot like being in a little village on the coast of England, but better weather! From the front deck we enjoyed a glass of wine and watched the Tall Ships come into the Harbor (with binoculars). My two boys watched as deer and buck nibbled on garden yummies - wow - that was amazing to us! Pat was lovely and helpful and sweet. We had fun fun fun!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway.
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