Enchantment Retreat - Vacation Rental -
- Minimum stay:N/A
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:No
For additional information, please visit our web site at: www.enchantment-retreat.com
In 1889 logging pioneer John McReavy came to Union City on Hood Canals south shore alongside the Native American communities of the Skokomish Indians that had gathered where Hood Canal makes its great bend and the Skokomish River makes it’s run off into Hood Canal where Salmon every year spawn up the Skokomish River.
Across from Union, President Franklin D. Roosevelt selected the Olympic National Park in 1938. The mountains to the west of Union that create scenic views across Hood Canal are Mt. Washington, Mt. Constance, and the Brothers.
Mt. Ellinor is one of the southern-most peaks in the Olympics, and is Mt. Washington's closest neighbor. A surveyor by the name of George Davidson named the mountain after his boss' youngest daughter. (Davidson also named 'The Brothers' after her two brothers, and Mt. Constance after Ellinor's oldest sister.) On a reasonably clear day, and day hike, Ellinor can offer a variety of incredible views of all the major Cascade peaks, as well as close-range views of neighboring Mt. Washington, Stone, Pershing, and a glimpse of Mt. Olympus in the distance.
The generation following McReavy drew creative inspiration from the remarkable landscape, and circulated around the Olympus Manor, an artist colony that prospered until 1952 when the Manor itself burned down. As a result, Union holds the title of the first non-native artist colony in Washington State.
Current attractions include working farms, roadside markets, and a variety of world-class golf courses, marina and public boat launch. At the Alderbrook Resort, a four-star spa offers a refine way to relax, rejuvenate and only a short drive from the Enchantment Retreat.
Hood Canal is the only true saltwater fjord in the lower United States. Its clear deep waters provide world-class shrimp and salmon fishing, scuba diving, and miles of pristine shoreline for boaters, kayakers, beachcombers and lovers of nature. Scenic drives alone Hood Canal can find oneself in small towns with arts and crafts along with antiques. Today, visitors come for summers of sunshine and shellfish, and the annual return of the salmon. There is always something in the year round along Hood Canal as the contemplation of winter, to watch the herons out on the docks, motionless water at high tide.
Keywords: Located on Enchantment Ridge with stunning views overlooking the south shore of Hood Canal, the Olympic Mountains, and the Skokomish Valley. This beautiful 2-bedroom, 1-bath, accommodates a party of 4 very comfortably. This property is within a gated property with professional landscapes, fully equipped gourmet kitchen with its very owen fresh herb garden. This property is within minutes of hiking in the Olympic National Park, boating on Hood Canal with marina very close by, beach activities either clamming, oystering or take a swim in the warm waters of Hood Canal after the tide rolls in a number of State Parks close by, not to mention all kinds of water activities up in the Lake Cushman area of Hoodsport. In 2009, Union’s recently named as one of the top 20 prettiest towns in America by Forbes Traveler magazine and it is no wander that one of the richest men in the world calls Union home in the summer.
Property Type
- House
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Suitability
- Pets Considered
- Smoking Allowed
- Children Welcome
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4, Beds for 2-4
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Queen size Beds (1) With Heated Mattress Pads.
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
Kitchen & Dining
- Refrigerator
- Ice Maker
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Stereo
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Satellite / Cable
Communications
- Wireless Internet
Pool & Spa
- Jetted Tub
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
- Deck / Patio
Location & View
- Water View
- Ocean View
- Beach View
- Mountain View
Activities
- Zoo
- Sailing
- Golf
- Tennis
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Medical Services
- Massage Therapist
- Hospital
- Groceries
- Hunting
- ATM/Bank
- Shelling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Miniature Golf
- Antiquing
- Boating
- Shopping
- Walking
- Gambling Casinos
- Bird Watching
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Restaurants
- Cinemas
- Playground
- Fitness Center
- Mountain Biking
Other Activities
Reviews
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An absolute jewel!
An absolute jewel!
- Guest Rob and Petra
- Date of stay 09/08/12
- Review Submitted 09/19/12
The Enchantment Retreat is an absolute jewel! We stayed at this vacation rental for 5 days while looking at property in the area, and had a wonderful time. Getting up in the morning with the most incredible view of the mountains and Hood Canal, enjoying afternoon drinks on the porch after a busy day, the quiet nights and cosy atmosphere: everything about this place is special. Rob and Moana have truly thought of every detail, and their hospitality makes you feel right at home. Thank you for the wonderful memories we got to take back with us to our home in Europe. Hope to be back for another visit soon!Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Owner response: Dear Rob and Petra, Thank you for your gracious review of the Enchantment Retreat. We are more than thrilled you were able to relax on the deck with the nice weather to unwind during the business you had to accomplish. We enjoyed hearing about your adventures in Europe and would love to hear more if it is on a canal in Amsterdam or running into the two of you on a trail in the Olympic Mountains. We are thrilled that the property worked out to your advantage while you did your business during the day and were able to unwind on the deck enjoying the views. We look forward to the day when you may become neighbors or you are back in the States again for vacation and we get to see the two of you back in the area in the near future. Until then, good luck and Cheers, Rob and Moana
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Beautiful, relaxing spot!
Beautiful, relaxing spot!
- Guest Eric
- Date of stay 09/01/12
- Review Submitted 09/16/12
Beautiful spot! Loved the weekend I was able to spend here. The house is very clean and comfortable and the view is unbeatable. Great area to explore the mountains and local offerings of WA. Definitely recommend staying here if you're looking for a relaxing escape!Owner response: Thank you Eric and Kelly for staying with us and we a certainly glad you were able to find the oyster beach for some delightful dinners on the deck. I am happy to hear you had some very well deserved nights of peace and quiet. We would love to see the two of you again if time permits and thank you for being the perfect quest. Until then Cheers, Rob and Moana
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Truly Enchanting
Truly Enchanting
- Guest EnchantedTraveler
- Date of stay 06/14/12
- Review Submitted 06/28/12
The Enchantment Retreat truly lives up to its name. The cabin was beautiful, and designed for relaxation, though it had a pretty serious modern kitchen, which we also appreciated, since we love cooking for ourselves. We loved all the little places to sit and relax. The view was stunning and some of our best memories will be from sitting on the deck, listening to birds and being lulled into a dreamy state by the pretty wind chimes as we took in the scenery. This a special secluded place that we are grateful to have experienced, and we'll be sure to return when we can.Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.
Owner response: Thank you for the beautiful review. Both Moana and I enjoyed having yourself and your husband visit this part of the Northwest for a few days even though you are only a couple of hours away and have been out in this area on several occasions. As you maybe aware a beautiful time of year to visit is 4-6 weeks prior to your arrival. The scenery is vivid in color buy the Rhododendrons, Azaleas, as well as the Lilacs. We feel fortunate that we met a delightful couple and hope to see both of you again in the very near future as fall is another beautiful time to visit with variations of colors on the hillsides. Regards, Rob and Moana
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Great house with spectacular views of Olympic Mountains and Hood Canal -- highly recommended.
Great house with spectacular views of Olympic Mountains and Hood Canal -- highly recommended.
- Guest Elio
- Date of stay 03/27/12
- Review Submitted 04/16/12
This is a fantastic, beautiful house, I highly recommend it! If you want to get away from it all, this is the place to go: the views of the mountains and Hood Canal are amazing, it’s quiet, the owners (Rob and Moana) friendly and helpful, they gave us good tips on things to do and places to see. My wife and I spent 4 days here in March 2012, and had a really wonderful time (we live in New Orleans and wanted to experience something very different). The Union, WA area is great for hiking, fishing and seeing nature, not to mention the incredible food (fresh fish, clams, oysters, scallops). We used the house as a base and then took day trips around the area, it was really convenient. The house itself is modern, spacious and very clean. My favorite memory from the trip: sitting on the porch and relaxing while enjoying that spectacular view and letting all my worries slip away…it really is the perfect place to relax and experience the best the Northwest has to offer.Recommended for: Sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.
Owner response: Thank you for being guests at our Retreat and enjoying the beauty of this part of the world. We are happy you were able to take scenic trips to other areas nearby to really get a true feeling what the Northwest has to offer. It was a pleasure meeting both you and your wife and hope to see the two of you again in the future or perhaps we will take you up on the invitation to visit New Orleans during the carnival and jazz seasons. We hope you enjoy the rest of your spring and up coming summer season. Cheers, Rob and Moana
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Rates
$175.00 Per Night $1050.00 Per Week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
This owner accepts: Credit cards.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Location
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2010
About the owner: We are a couple close to our 50's years of age with my wife being originally from the island of Western Samoa. She speaks fluent Samoan for those occasional Samoan travelers. We love to share and support our community therefore we enjoy renting out our guest house and share in the natural beauty of the Hood Canal area with others. We are on site most of the time to answer any questions our quest may have. Don't worry, the houses our far enough apart with a natural buffer that privacy is maintained at all times. We take pride in our properties and are responsive to any of our renters needs. Since we are local, we like to deal with our guests directly – from key exchanges, to cleaning, to repairs, and anything in between. Our properties are fully furnished and have all the amenities of home! We have two very friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and we welcome you to bring your small to medium, pets along with you, 20 lbs max. All Pets have to be free of fleas and under some kind of flea treatment while on the property. For additional question or concerns, please go to our web site: www. enchantment-retreat.com
Why the Owner Chose Union:
For further information on anything from local activities around the Hood Canal Area or other information on terms and conditions please refer to our web site: www.enchantment-retreat.com
The Unique Benefits at this House:
Are many to list but I assure you, you will leave with a positive memory of your visit plus remember the beauty of the area for years to come.
Contact us
- Primary: 360 462-4155
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Photos
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View of Hood Canal, The Olympic Mountains, and The Skokomish Valley
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Front Entrance of Enchantment - Retreat with Front Garden.
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View of Living Area & Dining Area in Background. Exterior Views through Windows
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Dining Area with Living Area, Front Entrance, River Rock Fireplace and Cable TV.
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Gourmet Kitchen, Dining Area in Background w/ Views of Hood Canal & Olympic Mtns
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Bedroom Number One, Queen Size Bed with Exterior Views. Flat Screen TV in Room.
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Marble and Tile Bath with Jetted Tub.
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Crocuses in Blom at Start of Spring.
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View of Hood Canal, The Olympic Mountains, and The Skokomish Valley
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Front View of House with both Sitting and Dining Areas plus Gas Barbecue.
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View of Dining Area & Living Room with River Rock Fireplace. Exterior Views.
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View of Dining Area w/ Views through Large Windows of Hood Canal & Olympic Mtns.
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Gourmet Kitchen with Gas Cook Top and Electric Oven with Warming Oven and Micro.
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Bedroom Number Two, Washer and Dryer Located in Closet of this Room.
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Fruit Trees in Bloom at the Front of the House, Various Apples, Pear & Peach.
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Cherry Blossoms at the Beginning of Spring.
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