The front of A Beach Retreat faces south...pilings are in the water at hi tide!
Location: Vashon Island, Puget Sound, Washington State, USA (20 miles to SEATAC Airport; Ferry Ride to Seattle or Tacoma)
Accommodations: Waterfront Cabin, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 8-14)
Located on a rustic island in the heart of Puget Sound where tides move in and out at your door, while you lay in the hammock viewing Mt. Rainier, bald eagles, heron, seals, otters, and occasionally an Orca whale, is The Beach Retreat.
Located on one of the best fishing and scuba diving spots in Puget Sound, it is a great getaway from the bustle of the city, yet just a ferry ride away from the stimulation of Seattle.
The island has its own character with a lively arts community including galleries, live theater, music, and dance... because of the rural nature of the island, it is a wonderful spot for bicycling, horseback riding, bird watching, and kayaking... accessed through our private garden (was featured on the Vashon Garden Tour, 2001), the 120-STEP STEEP STAIRWAY is not for the faint of heart.
The cottage is decoratively furnished and accented with vintage stained-glass windows. Two-story with large, open kitchen/living/dining area and full bath on main floor (queen-size sofa sleeper in this area). Upstairs are a bathroom, three bedrooms (one with queen-size bed, one with twin beds that can be put together as a king size bed, and one with twin bunks and double futon sofa) and a sitting room (queen-size futon sofa) opening onto a balcony deck.
The main deck area is over 500 square feet, part of which is covered in case of rain. You can often hear the howls of wolves from the Point Defiance Zoo across the sound... it is special... come see for yourself!!!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace: Wood stove that can also be opened like a fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed: This bed can be either a king or 2 single beds.
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (3) : King bed can be made into 2 singles; there is also one other single bed.
- Bunk Bed
- Convertible Bed (2)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Oceanfront
- Monument View: Beautiful view of Mt. Rainier
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Pets Allowed depending on Size and References - Additional Cleaning fee and Deposit
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Shelling
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Swimming (at public beach inside Quartermaster Harbor on Vashon-the Beach Retreat is on the open Puget Sound which is too cold for swimming)
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
WINTER RATE: Oct 15-Apr 17 ..... $180/night .. $1200/week (4 people)
LONG TERM RENTAL: OCT. 15 to April 15 - $1500/month-tenant pays electric bill
LAST MINUTE SPECIAL ............. $175/night (4 people, 3 night min)
SPRING SEASON: Apr 17-May 21 ...... $200/night .. $1300/week
SUMMER RATE: May 22-Sep 17 ...... $215/night .. $1505/week (4 people)
WINTER HOLIDAY RATES ............ $215/nt THANKS/CHRISTMAS/NEWYEARS/SCHOOLHOLIDAYS
$15/night/person (all additional people over 4). Cleaning fee - $75 + 8.5% tax.
Additional pet deposit - $50 extra cleaning + references required for pets.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1994
Doug and I have lived on Vashon since 1994, and live in the house above the beach retreat. You have complete privacy, as do we, so it is great for all. I am a clinical social worker in private practice in Seattle, and Doug is a business man moving toward semi-retirement. We both love to bicycle and can give you tips on rides on the island, restaurants, and other things to do on our little west coast version of Martha's Vineyard, though with the big city an easy ferry ride away. Come visit us!
Why the Owner Chose Vashon Island
We wanted to buy a property that had 2 homes in case adult kids visited with their families...then we decided we wanted to share it with more people, so we started renting it out. We have had guests have important family events there...reunions, weddings, grandparents seeing grandchildren for the first time...it is special for us to have so many people have special memories from our home!
The Unique Benefits of this Waterfront Cabin
The views of Puget Sound and Mt. Rainier are amazing...and you can fish right off the deck. We are on one of the best fishing spots in the south part of the sound. There is also a zoo and park across the water, so you see a vast green space and occasionally hear the wolves howl...they are in the zoo, so no danger!
Property Photos
- The front of A Beach Retreat faces south...pilings are in the water at hi tide! - Vashon Island, Washington Real Estate - In Puget Sound
- Living room...oak floors, oriental rugs, views of the sound, sea life, ferries.. - Vashon Island, Washington Real Estate - In Puget Sound
- The view out of the Beach Retreat...Mt. Rainier, the Rhododendron ferry... - Vashon Island, Washington Real Estate - In Puget Sound
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #8300
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