Cedars on the Sound - this is what Northwest living is all about!
Location: Olympia, Puget Sound South, Puget Sound, Washington State, USA (Downtown - 10 min. In nature yet close to town! ) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Office, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-7)
“Cedars on the Sound” – Private waterfront home on 7.7 acres, serene forest walks, bountiful wildlife, plentiful oyster beds, minutes from Olympia.
Imagine yourself just minutes from the hustle and bustle of downtown, yet completely in nature with hardly a neighbor in sight! Private waterfront and forest for just you and your loved ones.
Take a walk in the forest, relax in the sunroom as you sip your morning coffee or evening glass of wine, watch a movie, play a board game on the coffee table, grill up oysters you collected from just in front of the house....you can live this Northwest dream lifestyle!
This is a wildlife enthusiast’s dream! We have a 10-year journal of daily wildlife sightings on and around the property. They include: seals, otters, ducks, eagles, gulls, deer, raccoon and many more. Come see for yourself!
Your comfort is our number one priority. Our home has brand new beds and high quality linens. The kitchen is fully stocked and the outdoor grill is ready for a BBQ. Our home is immaculate and we use only natural cleaning products (for the good of the environment as well as our guests with allergies). If you need to work, there is an office as well as WiFi for your convenience.
We are family friendly! One of the bedrooms features two twin beds and little ones can play or sleep in our play yard (portable crib). We have a high chair and children's plates, cups and 'silverware' that are BPA-free. There are plug covers in the main living areas and the only stairs are outside, down to the patio - great for the kids as well as grandma and grandpa!
2.5 miles to the local grocery market, bar, restaurant, and coffee spot
4 miles from Frye Cove County Park
9 miles from Olympia
9 miles from Little Creek Casino
11 miles to the famous Olympia Farmers' Market
19 miles to Cabela's (outdoor sports store)
63 miles from SeaTac Airport
70 miles from Seattle
120 miles from Portland, Oregon
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES:
-Your reservation will be secured when your 50% non-refundable booking deposit and signed rental agreement have been received. Dates will remain open to other renters until we receive your deposit and signed rental agreement.
Keywords: Cedars on the Sound, Northwest dream lifestyle, Puget Sound, Olympia, waterfront, forest, house, private, tranquil, secluded, 3 acre oyster bed, 5 acres of private forest, wildlife, bird watching, 3 bedroom, family friendly, beautiful, nature, ferns, beach, views, boat, fishing, rowboat
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided : Brand new high-quality linens on every bed. All linens, pillow protectors and mattress protectors cleaned with pH neutral detergent after each guest. We do not use harsh chemicals anywhere in the house.
- Woodstove : Cozy up to this new wood-burning stove! Firelogs provided.
- Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer : It would be a bit tight, but manageable.
- Parking Off Street : Enough room to comfortably fit 4 cars.
- Clothes Dryer : we also have a hair dryer!
- Washing Machine
- Beds
- Twin/ Single (3) : All brand new beds, pillows and high-quality linens. One of the three twin beds is a pull-out and can be placed in either the master bedroom or the living room - surprisingly comfortable!
- Baby Crib : We have a play yard for sleeping and playing, as well as a high chair and BPA-free plates, cups, and "silverware". Sheet and blanket provided for the play yard.
- Queen (2) : All brand new beds, pillows and high-quality linens. Master bedroom has a large walk-through closet.
- Entertainment
- Music Library : We have quite a few CDs, but feel free to bring your own. There is also an iHome speaker system/charger/alarm clock where you can plug in your iPod or iPhone.
- Satellite Or Cable : New flatscreen TVs in the living room and bedroom. Satellite TV. If you prefer, we can turn this off during your stay.
- Video Library : Kids' movies, action, light romance - DVDs and VHS.
- Stereo System
- CD
- DVD
- VCR
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : All brand new plates, pots and pans, glassware, silverware, etc. Fully stocked and ready to go! Plenty of serving bowls and platters. If you come in spring, summer, or fall, plan to go to our famous Farmers' Market.
- Cooking Utensils : Coffee maker (first morning's coffee provided), toaster, blender, ICE CREAM MAKER, bread maker, small crock pot.
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Dish Washer
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio : Sturdy patio furniture that seats up to 8. An excellent place to spend a summer afternoon with loved ones.
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Brand new grill, perfect for an outdoor BBQ.
- View/Location
- Oceanfront : We are right on the edge of the Puget Sound; ocean water that comes all the way from the Pacific! The tides in our cove are dramatic, especially in summer. The cove empties and fills twice daily; perfect for collecting oysters AND swimming!
- Water View : Gorgeous, private view of Young Cove out one side of the house and lush, dense temperate rainforest views throughout the home. Truly the Northwest dream life!
- Communications
- Wireless Broadband : Free unlimited wireless (password provided upon arrival). Plug-in also available in the office. If you prefer, we can turn this off during your stay. The wireless is fast enough I can stream video with no problem.
- Telephone : Free unlimited local calls. Local phone books available. Bring a phone card or your mobile phone for long-distance calls.
- Other Amenities
- 7.7 acres - 3 of which are plentiful oyster and clam beds. Feel free to collect and eat them (fishing license required) during your stay! Nearly 5 acres of lush dense forest to explore. Lots of wildlife and a small creek make exploring the forest a real treat! SUNROOM! Relax and enjoy the view of the Puget Sound from our gorgeous sunroom! Our home is completely private and no neighbors are visible from the home (except one home way on the other side of the cove, but it is just barely visible and is quite far).
- Suitability
- Children Welcome : For the little ones, we have a play yard for sleeping and playing, as well as a high chair and BPA-free plates, cups, and "silverware". For the bigger ones, you will find our home to be a great place to play games, explore the forest, collect shells, watch movies and reconnect with your children. Of course, every teenager will be thrilled to know we have wifi (which we can turn off if you prefer).
- Handicapped Accessible (May Have Limitations) : Our home is on one level and there are only a few stairs down to the patio (which can be avoided by walking around the house), so it is quite accessible, please inquire if you have specific questions about accessibility.
- Non Smoking Only : For the well-being of all our guests, please smoke outside. There are three covered outdoor areas in case of inclement weather.
- Pets Not Allowed : For the well-being of our guests with allergies (like me!), please leave your pets at home.
- Minimum Age Limit For Renters : 25 years and older, please.
- Activities
- Jet Skiing
- Mountain Biking
- Golf
- Water Skiing
- Boating
- Shopping
- Fitness Center
- Hunting
- Sailing
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Cycling
- Tennis
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Sight Seeing
- Museums
- Restaurants
- Live Theater
- Cinemas
- Kayaking
- Shelling
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Wildlife Viewing
- Miniature Golf
- Other Activities
- Collect oysters and clams in our private and plentiful 3-acre oyster bed; bring your pole and go fishing in the cove in front of the house. Take a tour of the cove in our little rowboat, "The Betty Lou." Excellent bird-watching onsite. We have a daily journal chronicling wildlife activity on the property over the last 10 years! We are very close to downtown Olympia - only 10 minutes! Lots to do and see in Olympia, our state capital! Great restaurants, shopping, parks, hiking, fishing, and more! We have an inclusive welcome book with suggestions for restaurants, activities and services in and around the area. You could come for weeks and do something different every day!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May 1st - Oct 31st...$225 per night...$1,350 per week Nov 1st - Apr 30th...$175 per night...$1,100 per week...$2,900 per month Thanksgiving and Christmas weeks....$225 per night There is always a two-night minimum and a $75 cleaning fee. Sales tax and a one-time $39 insurance fee (in lieu of damage deposit) also apply. Details about insurance will be given upon reservation. Please be sure to read about our policies and procedures in the description near the top of this page, just before the "Vacation Rental Features" section.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Why the Owner Chose Olympia
We love living in the Northwest! We have lived in Wisconsin, Malaysia, California, China, but nowhere is better than Olympia, WA! We had moved around a lot for our jobs and finally decided we wanted to find the perfect place to live: temperate climate, near the water with great natural beauty. We toured around the Northwest and as soon as we came to Olympia, we knew this was home. Olympia is great because it has all the amenities of a city, but you can jump on the highway and be in nature in no time. When this property became available, we could not resist the 500 feet of waterfront on almost 8 acres, 3 acres of oysterbeds and almost 5 acres of private forest. We were sold! This home is only 5 miles from our primary home, but it feels like a world away. The feeling we get when we turn down the wooded drive is unmatched. The sense of relaxation and calm as we look out on the cove beats any other vacation spot we have ever visited. We are still amazed we can watch the cormorants flying in to roost for the night in the trees in front of the cove, then just a few minutes later be right downtown having a great meal in one of Olympia's many fantastic and unique restaurants.
The Unique Benefits at this HouseWe are one of the most quiet vacation rental homes in Olympia. Our nearest neighbor is acres away. Other rental properties in Olympia have neighbors; just look on their maps - neighbors RIGHT next door! Who wants to go on vacation and listen to the people next door? Escape to Cedars on the Sound - tranquility and luxury on 7.7 private acres for just you and your loved ones. Each season brings something special. Summers here are, to many people's surprise, extremely pleasant. While the rest of the country is sweltering in the heat, our average temperature is in the high 70s with very little if any rain. The weather is perfect for sitting out on our patio and grilling up some burgers or throwing on some oysters from the cove with a little butter and lemon....yum! The tides are very dramatic in the summer and it is great to sit outside and watch as the cove empties and fills twice a day. The autumn brings amazing fall colors. Our property has so many trees and the changes are spectacular. In particular, the Japanese maples turn incredible hues of yellow, orange and red. The winter is a great time to fire up the wood stove and cuddle up in the sunroom with a great book and escape the world outside. We do get an occasional snow dusting, turning our forest into a winter wonderland. The spring brings our gorgeous rhododendrons into full bloom. The birds return and the forest and cove are teeming with wildlife.
Owner's Map of Olympia
We are local owners and manage every aspect of the property ourselves. We live only 5 miles away, so if you need anything during your stay, we can be there in no time to help you. We know lots of great local spots: restaurants, walks, shopping, outdoor activities & lots more. Just let us know if you need anything!
Property Photos
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- Cedars on the Sound - this is what Northwest living is all about!
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- Completely private, quiet waterfront on 7.7 acres - hardly a neighbor in sight!
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- Majestic Mt. Rainier - view from the rowboat in the cove in front of the house.
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- Nestled in the forest! Dramatic tides fill and empty the cove twice daily.
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- Great outside area for a BBQ by the water; grill up oysters right from the cove!
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- Very accessible home - all on one level, ramp from driveway, no stairs inside.
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- Large, immaculate well-stocked kitchen. Everything you need to make great meals!
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- Open-concept kitchen, dining, living room allow you to be together comfortably.
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- Big flatscreen TV extends out or lies flat to reveal splendid private views.
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- Wood stove, games, movies, books, sound system, flatscreen TV - lots to do!
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- Relax and take in the sunroom with a morning coffee or an evening glass of wine.
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- 2 bathrooms. Guest bath shown here, master bathroom is similar w/ double sinks.
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- Big master bedroom with flatscreen TV and stunning views. Stargaze from bed!
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- Twin bedroom can also be used as an office. We have very fast wireless internet.
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- All 3 bedrooms have forest and/or cove views; new high-quality beds and linens.
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- Come relax and reconnect at Cedars on the Sound!
Traveler Reviews (13)
We felt love here, we leave with renewed spirits!
Guest: Mavis, Donna, Ilene, Karole, and Beth
Date of Stay: 05/19/12
Review Submitted: 05/27/12
From our guestbook: We wish we could stay forever! What a beautiful hideaway for a "sister getaway." We spent many hours laughing and sharing memories with each other. This is such a peaceful place and we will remember it forever. Thank you for starting us off with the yummy cookies! We enjoyed the cozy fire as we relaxed and shared stories of our childhood. We felt love here. We leave with our spirits renewed.
Recommended for:
Great
Guest: Joanna H.
Date of Stay: 04/27/12
Review Submitted: 05/08/12
Our stay at Cedars on the Sound was perfect for our family reunion. We were able to spend time together visiting, cooking, dining together, etc. It was also a great location as a base for sightseeing the Washington Olympic Peninsula. We hope to visit the Olympic Peninsula area again and wouldn't hesitate to book this location again.
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Excellent Location, Beautiful Setting, Relaxing
Guest: Dan, Joanna, Nicole, Matt and Jen
Date of Stay: 04/30/12
Review Submitted: 05/01/12
From our guestbook: Excellent location, beautiful setting, and very relaxing. Look forward to returning. Found it to be ideal base to do the ultra-marathon and explore the area.
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April 2012 Visit
Guest: Cindy
(New Braunfels, TX)
Date of Stay: 04/18/12
Review Submitted: 04/28/12
I was so impressed with the property and management! The photos online do not do the property justice! The view is amazing and the home is so comfortable. Hope to stay again soon! The personal touches were very much appreciated from the personal welcome to the welcome on the message board and homemade cookies....
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, sightseeing, families with teenagers.
I just love this place!
Guest: Esther S
Date of Stay: 04/12/12
Review Submitted: 04/24/12
From our guestbook: I just love this place! Being able to sit and see so much of the outdoors through the many windows in such a beautiful setting. I am so impressed with how you have such a personal touch and think of every need that could arise. My husband and I use VRBO a lot and we are impressed. I would not hesitate to come back to your home. Everything is just perfect, thank you so much for going the extra mile to take care of our need!
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Great place to stay - would go back for sure!!!
Guest: wingding
(United States)
Date of Stay: 04/12/12
Review Submitted: 04/23/12
The owners of this home take every single measure to ensure that you have everything you need for a comfortable visit. No extra trips to buy essentials...they stock plenty of household essentials. The kitchen is very well- stocked with any gadgets you might need. I loved all the windows - you felt like you were outside almost - viewing all the nature around you - without feeling any cold. We saw woodpecker, seals, owl and racoon all from the property.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
A great place to visit as a family
Guest: Ed and Jean S
Date of Stay: 04/12/12
Review Submitted: 04/20/12
From our guestbook: What a great hideaway. It has been so peaceful. At night it is DARK, just like our country home. This house was such a great place to visit as a family. This house is nicely furnished with everything we needed including an ice cream maker which we used. The beauty of this setting added to our enjoyment together. We would enjoy coming again.
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Beautiful views, quiet location
Guest: Isaac and Emily S
Date of Stay: 04/12/12
Review Submitted: 04/20/12
From our guestbook: Thank you so much for the lovely place! Beautiful views, quiet location, perfect accommodation and all the personalized touches were icing on the cake. If we are ever in need of a place again, we will be sure to stay here again. Thank you, thank you!
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Special memories in a serene setting
Guest: Diane, Meg, Monica, Terry & Sharon- McMinnville OR
Date of Stay: 04/01/12
Review Submitted: 04/04/12
From our guestbook: Vicki and Amir, Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us. We has felt so blessed to be in this beautiful, serene setting. This was a special time for us to be together and will always be a special memory for each of us.
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Quiet and Peaceful Time
Guest: Adele and Thom - Seattle, WA
Date of Stay: 03/31/12
Review Submitted: 04/04/12
From our guestbook: Vicki and Amir, Thank you for the warm welcome and cookies! We had a very quiet and peaceful time - exactly what we were looking for. You've done a marvelous job with the thoughtful amenities - soft towels and "green" soaps. And the view is fabulous.
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