Location: Harstine Island, Puget Sound, Washington State, USA (30 minutes North from Olympia on Harstine Island)
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-5)
COMMENTS FROM GUESTS:
"This is a first for us! Within 5 minutes - almost immediately, we felt at home here and settled in for a perfect 3-day getaway. There's a serenity to the space. Thank you for making it available to us! We hope to return."
"Thank you so very much for allowing us the use of your home. The website does not do this house justice. We were pleasantly surprised at how beautiful this place is. The unique design and setting were ideal for a relaxing getaway. Nothing compares to the view of the Olympics off of your fabulous deck. We enjoyed having the piano, conversation pit, study, well-stocked kitchen and all of the other items you have so graciously shared. We will look forward to returning one day."
"Thank you for sharing your extraordinary home with our family. Everything about your place seened welcoming and peaceful. I sense it was built with a great deal of love and a huge abount of generosity! We have been staying on this island for 30 years, and this was by far our family's favorite. ... This was a special healing time for us."
OUR HOME
Our unique "Octagon" House with a large deck and sunken Fireplace and Conversation Pit is ideal for enjoying the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Set in the Northwest Forest, the house overlooks the south Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains to the west, with gorgeous sunsets and views of the activity on the Puget Sound.
Our home is located on Harstine Island, in the Hartstene Pointe community on the north end of the island. Harstine Island is a large, forested island near Shelton, Washington, accessible from Route 3 between Bremerton and Shelton. The island is very non-commercial, rural in nature, with abundant wildlife.
The Hartstene Pointe community is the largest on the island (about 300 homes), and offers a number of amenities available to all residents and guests. Harstene Pointe offers friendliness, security, and many amenities: beaches, picnic facilities, tennis courts, excercise area, heated spa and pool (summer only), trails, clubhouse with ping-pong, billiards, games, and a library. If you have a boat, there are two marinas nearby, and public launch facilities. Each home, however, has its own secluded setting where you will feel very close to nature. Feel free to participate in the community and enjoy its amenities, or simply enjoy the solitude of our home and its setting. From the large covered deck you will see deer, raccoons, an occasional coyote or red fox, birds, and other wildlife up close, and the beautiful Olympic Mountains across the water.
Just inside is a large, open living and dining area with a conversation pit and massive stone gas fireplace: very cozy in the cooler weather. A grand piano is available, and the dining area can seat up to eight people. The Kitchen is fully stocked, not only with cookware and utensils, but also with a full range of staples that you are welcome to use. A gas stove, electric grill, microwave, toaster, and toaster oven provide a variety of cooking options.
Two bedrooms with individual baths are fully stocked with linens, pillows, and towels. The "King Room" has a king bed, and the "Queen Room" has - you guessed it - a Queen bed. The study looks out into the forest and over the water. It contains a desk with a wireless internet connection, Television, Audio/Video center with DVD, VCR, Radio, Cassette, and Turntable, and a comfortable reading area. There is a single mattress in the closet that can be used for sleeping a fifth person.
Our home is ideal as a base from which you can explore the Olympic Peninsula, the old logging town of Shelton, picturesque Hood Canal, Fort Townsend, Olympia, Bremerton, and Tacoma. Seattle is accessible by ferry. Many people enjoy collecting clams, oysters, crabs, salmon, and other sea creatures, while others like to explore the mountains, trails, and "rainforest" of the Olympic Peninsula. For the occasional nice meal out, we can recommend several excellent local restaurants.
Whether you are looking for a forest retreat, a base camp, or a variety of nearby activities, our home is an ideal choice.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed: A single mattress can be placed on the floor in the study for an extra person.
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Completely furnished with staples, herbs & spices, oils, vinegars, baking needs, etc.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Oceanfront
- Mountain View: Olympic Mountains across Puget Sound
- Communications
- Telephone (2)
- Broadband Internet: DSL connection available
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Conversation Pit, Grand Piano, Covered Deck with exceptional views, Fully stocked kitchen, Kitchen staples, Electric & Propane Grill, Toaster Oven, Toaster, Garbage Disposal, all linens & towels provided, Hairdryers, Full Laundry facilities, Cassette, radio, wireless internet connection
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed: Inquire for special cases
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations): House is all on one floor, requiring just 3 steps up to the deck & door.
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smoking allowed outside.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Basketball Court
- Other Activities
- Within easy walking distance, Beachcombing, Crabs, Oysters, Clams, Clubhouse with Library, Games, Billiards, Fitness Center, Marina for Boating, Further afield are golfing, & the Unique Olympic Rain Forests
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$160/night (2-night minimum) .. $995/week. Cleaning Fee:$75
3-night minimum: July, Aug, Easter, Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving
Initial Deposit: First night + $200 refundable security deposit + Cleaning Fee
Cancellations: Fully refundable except for first night & Cleaning Fee:
... For 2-7 day rentals: if cancelled with 30 days notice
... For multi-week rentals: if cancelled with 60 days notice
... Everything refundable if we can rebook your reservation.
inquire about Pets; No smoking.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2002
Property Photos
- Octagon House overlooking Puget Sound - Puget Sound, Washington State Vacation Rental
- View from the Deck at Sunset - Olympic Mountains in the distance - Puget Sound, Washington State Vacation Rental
- Conversation Pit with Fireplace - Puget Sound, Washington State Vacation Rental
- Conversation Pit & Piano
- Deck overlooking Puget Sound
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Spending time in this lovely setting allowed us to achieve our goal of rest and relaxation combined with our team building efforts. Would love to return.
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What a wonderful space, what a peaceful setting. Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful home with us. we felt right at home. Can't wait to come back.
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Quiet, restful, beautiful beginning to a new year. Thank you.
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Long look across still water to snow-covered mountains sooths the soul and sets the scene for a great New Year!
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The muse moves so strongly thruogh me on this magical piano. What a fabulous way to end 2007 and greet 2008! Steve and I had a lovely, lovely time here, and the 3 of us a memorable New Years Eve, feasting like royalty. Merci beaucoup.
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This is a first for us! Within 5 minutes - almost immediately, we felt at home here and settled in for a perfect 3-day getaway. There's a serenity to the space. Thank you for making it available to us! We hope to return.
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We appreciat your sharing your beautiful home with us! We have enjoyed so much the fireplace, the beautiful views frim the deck, the sell stocked kitchen & wonderful piano!. My twin sister & I played duets from the classical book we had played from many years ago. We had planned day trips from here, but decided to stay here instead & enjoy all the beauty & comforts your place afforded us. We especially liked walking the trails & gathering the sand dollars on the beach. LOVED your selection of music -- especially classical & 50's music.
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We enjoyed a wonderful two weeks visiting with family & friends. Your home is very comfortable and relaxing -- just a bit too remote for us.
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Thank you for letting us use your beautiful home again. We ate dinner on the deck. It is really beautiful. He had a blast staying here. You guys made it so comfy for us all. thank you so, so, so much.
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We spend another restful, memorable stay here at y our lovely Harstine home. Thank you so much for sharing it with so many others. You have made it such an enjoyable place to come. ... Our grandchildren look forward to Harstine more than any other place. Thank you again.