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Romantic island retreat surrounded by majestic trees

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A cabin with a balcony, large windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A modern interior with a staircase, a kitchen area, and a seating area.
A room with large windows offering a forest view, a wooden table, two chairs, and a tripod with a camera.
A cabin with large windows, a balcony, and a wooden deck.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, a wooden staircase, and a comfortable seating area.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Paddleboard available
    A rare find — hit the water on a paddleboard right here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Shared communal pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Shelton, WA
  • Place, Jarrell Cove State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Harstine Island State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Wild Felid Advocacy Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field)
    ‪139 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

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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. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Shelton, WA

What's nearby

  • Jarrell Cove State Park - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Harstine Island State Park - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Wild Felid Advocacy Center - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Graham Point - 16 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Phillips Lake - 25 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

  • South Tacoma Station - 78 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪El Sombrero - Key Center - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪Spencer Lake Bar & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Big Bubba's Burgers - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Farmer Tom Oyster Company - ‬32 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic island retreat surrounded by majestic trees pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Romantic island retreat surrounded by majestic trees?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Romantic island retreat surrounded by majestic trees on Oct 25, 2026 start from $242, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Romantic island retreat surrounded by majestic trees?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic island retreat surrounded by majestic trees?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Romantic island retreat surrounded by majestic trees located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Jarrell Cove State Park and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Wild Felid Advocacy Center. Harstine Island State Park and McMicken Island State Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 161 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 161 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 161 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 161 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 161 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was amazing and the property was awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous space nestled in the woods. We were thrilled to have a beautiful & restful anniversary weekend here. The host, Daniel, was very responsive and we could see the care taken to provision the whole place for the comfort of guests. We loved the sense of humor found in little spots around the home. and would love to revisit in time!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Be ready for the quiet as it's both amazing and startling all at once. If that is what you are going for, it will deliver. I wish we could have explored a little more on the water but we did a lot of hiking all around the Island and we loved sitting out on the deck every evening for dinner. Also the place was very clean and one of the few places where it feels like a private relaxing space, not just temporarily living in someone else's home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best tree house in the woods! Great place to reflect, rekindle and refresh your body and soul with your life partner!Thank you for giving that back to us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It allowed us to enjoy my family on the Island. Great location to make this happen
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, cozy, and such a serene setting both inside and out. Loved all the woodwork, design, special touches...those stairs! And what a great kitchen too. I didn't really want to leave. :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aside from how beautiful the place was - both the cabin and the area - it was easy to find everything in the house and it was really tidy. For solo travelers, seeing all the notes and extra stuff available was really comforting.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a relaxing and beautiful cabin. The area had lots to experience and would go again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful cabin! Absolutely gorgeous views, lots of amenities, everything we needed was there. Can’t have asked for a better time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at this beautiful home. The unique design makes it a special place in the trees and the area lets you enjoy being outdoors or just relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We've stayed in a handful of VRBOs and hotels the last couple of yrs. This place was clean, quiet, and the host was kind when we had trouble finding the key, which was 100% our fault. It's not often that we stay in a place that includes a basket of "things you might've forgotten" so that was awesome to see! We'd definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful & quiet retreat

Just what we were looking for - a quiet retreat in nature. Loved walking the trails and taking the kayaks out!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay in the woods

Beautiful property in a wonderful development. Access to the water, amazing ocean views from the parks, great hiking trails, all while staying in a comfortable well appointed little house in the trees. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pool was closed (in January), not a big deal for us. Otherwise everything was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

It was a great trip and nice location to walk to the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was absolutely amazing. Beautiful house all the wood work is excellent. The host is very kind and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot in the woods

Beautiful spot, as described. Had a great time using the Kayaks!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique, cozy, densely forested, quiet….beautiful

A short stay, we split our days into driving days and stay home days. A great mix of hiking, driving, dining in and dining out. Would love to experience in warmer days to get out on the water!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary

Comfy, cozy, quiet, private - great walking paths, beach access.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful weekend away

Our weekend away was just what we needed to recharge. Thank you for a wonderful experience and a chance to reconnect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredibly relaxing

Great property. The home was comfortable and had everything we needed. Communication with owner was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The cabin is a great retreat in the trees. Arranging to access the gated residential community it is in was smooth and handled by the owner all using vrbo messaging -- which I really appreciated. I enjoyed a pretty peaceful, fairly quiet stay. One reason I can't give 5 stars this visit was that the place hadn't been cleaned, including having to run some wash to get a set of sheets for the bed. Not a major problem but dissapointing. It was a little more unusual that housekeeping showed up an hour after check-in thinking I was the owner. Overall, this was not an issue that would keep me from wanting to come back to this lovely cabin. A great retreat location otherwise.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 12, 2026
We had a scheduling snafu with our cleaner. This was the first time this has happened. We felt terrible and appreciate Adam's understanding.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible home in the trees

This is the second time we've stayed here now, and we don't expect it to be the last. This place is in the perfect spot to enjoy Hartstine Pointe and the surrounding area. We highly recommend this place, especially for couples!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing weekend getaway

So close to the tacoma/seattle metro area but so quiet and relaxing, a great place for us to reconnect! Kayaked, swam at the pool, hiked, enjoyed the sunset from the beach. A Relaxed and friendly area—And Lake Spencer Bar and Grill for fresh Harstine Island clams!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and serene!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. No television, kayaking, beach combing, nature walks galore! We will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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