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Romantic island retreat surrounded by majestic trees
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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1 bedroom0+ bathroomsSleeps 2850 sq ft
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Explore the area

Shelton, WA
- Place, Jarrell Cove State Park5 min drive
- Place, Harstine Island State Park8 min drive
- Place, Graham Point14 min drive
- Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)105 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
1 half bathroom
Main floor
Toilet
Master bath
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Romantic island retreat surrounded by majestic trees
With the goal of creating the perfect get-away for two, we have just completed a custom cottage in the gated Hartstene Pointe Community on Hartstene Island. To help you experience the extraordinary natural setting we provide two kayaks, bikes and paddle boards.
Enveloped in towering trees, this romantic getaway is built for a peaceful retreat, or adventure - as you can hike, bike or kayak (included) & walk along the beautiful sandy beaches and miles of wooded trails. Just three-minute walk to the beach. Recharge as you breath in the majestic greenery of this quiet secluded hideaway. Other amenities include outdoor heated pool and tennis courts at the Clubhouse.
The house has 23-foot ceilings with floor to ceiling glass providing a dramatic connection to the old growth douglas fir and cedar trees that surround you. The architectural open stairs, the fireplace mantel & hearth and dining room table are all custom made from the trees harvested from the site.
Designed as a romantic getaway, the house also has a comfortable queen sofa / bed in the living room in front of the fireplace. There is a bathroom off the kitchen on the main floor and a master bath off the cozy loft bedroom. The fully equipped gourmet kitchen is stocked with everything you'll need to complete your delicious creations.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Shelton
Located in Shelton, this cottage is on the waterfront. Fair Harbor Marina and Trillium Creek Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Jarrell Cove State Park and Harstine Island State Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Shelton, WA
What's nearby
- Jarrell Cove State Park - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
- Harstine Island State Park - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
- Graham Point - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
- McMicken Island State Park - 18 min drive - 8.6 km
- Phillips Lake - 22 min drive - 16.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Subway - 53 min drive
- Sail on In Espresso Stand - 34 min drive
- Spencer Lake Bar & Grill - 17 min drive
- Big Bubba's Burgers - 35 min drive
- Dos Margaritas - 34 min drive
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Reviews
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Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Jan 4, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Douglas T.
Jan 16, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Douglas T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Tranylle S.
Sep 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy



Tranylle S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca G.
Aug 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rebecca G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Corie C.
Jun 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Corie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Abbey P.
Sep 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Abbey P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
kelly s.
May 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique, cozy, densely forested, quiet….beautiful
kelly s.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brianna D.
Jul 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Brianna D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth D.
Sep 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful & quiet retreat
Elizabeth D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kurt W.
Jul 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay in the woods
Kurt W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eddie F.
Sep 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot in the woods
Eddie F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Molly B.
Apr 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect getaway
Molly B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alexis E.
Jul 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Alexis E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jean H.
May 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary
Jean H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christina W.
Jul 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredibly relaxing
Christina W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jo Ellen M.
Aug 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jo Ellen M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
EDWARD F.
Sep 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Break from babysitting grandchildren
EDWARD F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Mar 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend away
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Casey H.
Dec 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible home in the trees
Casey H.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie L.
Jan 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Place
Julie L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
ROTIESHA C.
Mar 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday Weekend Surprise
ROTIESHA C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Terry N.
Mar 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than described!
Terry N.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Casey H.
Nov 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fantastic, again!
Casey H.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy T.
Sep 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing weekend getaway
Amy T.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kristine E.
Aug 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and serene!
Kristine E.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Daniel Johnson
Daniel was born in the NW and his lived here all his life. His father was a forester moving to Washington State from Chicago for the trees and mountains.
Elaine was born in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Her father was a chemist and moved his family to Washington State to pursue a career in pulp & paper. Both families moved here for the trees!
Daniel & Elaine met at the University of Washington, graduating with degrees in Social Work. They have spent their rewarding careers working with children & families and supporting community based organizations.
Elaine was born in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Her father was a chemist and moved his family to Washington State to pursue a career in pulp & paper. Both families moved here for the trees!
Daniel & Elaine met at the University of Washington, graduating with degrees in Social Work. They have spent their rewarding careers working with children & families and supporting community based organizations.
Why they chose this property
Daniel grew up in Shelton. He has memories of his dad taking him and his twin brother Dave to Harstine Island on the two-car ferry before the bridge to the island was built.
Our family loves the natural beauty of the Pacific NW. We have always enjoyed hiking, camping and boating. When our parents passed away, we decided to use a portion of the inheritance to build a special place to honor thier history and passion for nature.
In designing the house we wanted showcase the majesty of the towering Douglas Fir and Western Red Cedar trees with the floor to ceiling windows. Special windows were installed in the loft bedroom so you can see the trees when you are lying in bed, giving you the experience of being high above the ground in a treehouse.
Seeing the trees through the windows was not enough. We wanted to bring the beauty of the trees into the house, so we used the trees harvested from the site for the fireplace mantel & hearth, stairs, bookshelves, dinning room table and bathroom vanities.
Our family loves the natural beauty of the Pacific NW. We have always enjoyed hiking, camping and boating. When our parents passed away, we decided to use a portion of the inheritance to build a special place to honor thier history and passion for nature.
In designing the house we wanted showcase the majesty of the towering Douglas Fir and Western Red Cedar trees with the floor to ceiling windows. Special windows were installed in the loft bedroom so you can see the trees when you are lying in bed, giving you the experience of being high above the ground in a treehouse.
Seeing the trees through the windows was not enough. We wanted to bring the beauty of the trees into the house, so we used the trees harvested from the site for the fireplace mantel & hearth, stairs, bookshelves, dinning room table and bathroom vanities.
What makes this property unique
This unique location is a true escape. It offers you the opportunity to experience the national park like setting while staying in a gorgeous and well appointed retreat. The beaches at Hartstene Pointe are known to be the best on the island. There are miles of hiking trails and winding quiet roads for biking. We provide the kayaks, bikes and paddle boards so you make the most of your stay.
Languages:
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