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Spacious waterfront home with hot tub, large decks, kayaks, and beach access

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Outdoor dining
Living area
Terrace/patio
Private kitchen
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 61700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

bedroom 1

1 King Bed

bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spacious waterfront home with hot tub, large decks, kayaks, and beach access

Heron Reach

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Welcome to Heron Reach on Rocky Bay at Gig Harbor! Nestled in the pristine Key Peninsula of the South Puget Sound, this area is a habitat to marine and wildlife. This comfortable beachfront short-term rental includes many amenities for an unforgettable experience. Relax alongside the shoreline and watch through large picture windows how changing tides bring countless birds including herons, ducks, eagles, and marine wildlife as well as seals and sea otters. Even porpoises and orcas visit this area. Different wildlife return to Rocky Bay with each six-hour tidal change. Access to the beach is by way of a trail.

This 1,700 sq. ft. single-level home is well furnished and offers three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, including a large family room with comfortable furniture, air-conditioning, a large TV and stereo, WiFi, and plenty of entertainment options including indoor and outdoor games. A spacious kitchen is well equipped with many numerous appliances and a gas stovetop that will make cooking a breeze. A high chair and a Pack 'n Play are provided for the little ones. Through the sliding glass door, enjoy two decks, a large propane grill, and convenient outdoor dining while overlooking the ambiance of Rocky Bay. Beachcombing boots and water socks of various sizes are provided and await your exploration of sandy beaches at low tide.

Heron Reach on Rocky Bay offers a beautiful place for kayaking, bird watching, miles of beachcombing, and boating around the Puget Sound, with other recreational activities. Kayaks
are included for guests use to explore the saltwater nature up close. A dock is available should you choose to arrive by boat. Less than 16 miles away, the charming city of Gig Harbor hosts waterfront shops, cafés and restaurants. Seattle is a simple drive or an easy ferry ride away. The Olympic mountain range and Hood Canal are nearby or take a beautiful drive to the iconic Mt. Rainier.

Truly, everyone will have an amazing time here!

THINGS TO KNOW

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Important information

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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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Gig Harbor

Located in Gig Harbor, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the beach. LakeLand Village Golf Course and Horseshoe Lake Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Discovery Village and Harbor History Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bremerton Raceway or BMX Park. Kayaking, rafting, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Gig Harbor, WA

What's nearby

  • Rocky Creek Conservation Area - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Doyle Pond - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
  • North Bay WDFW - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Stansberry Lake - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Lake Minterwood - 8 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • South Tacoma Station - 36 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Morning Star Espresso - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Gourmet Burger Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sail on In Espresso Stand - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ravensara Espresso - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious waterfront home with hot tub, large decks, kayaks, and beach access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious waterfront home with hot tub, large decks, kayaks, and beach access?

As of Mar 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious waterfront home with hot tub, large decks, kayaks, and beach access on May 9, 2026 start from $337, 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 Spacious waterfront home with hot tub, large decks, kayaks, and beach access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious waterfront home with hot tub, large decks, kayaks, and beach access?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious waterfront home with hot tub, large decks, kayaks, and beach access located?

This Gig Harbor vacation home is on the beach, 3.1 mi (5 km) from North Bay WDFW, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Rocky Creek Conservation Area and Doyle Pond. Carney Lake and Coulter Creek 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. 54 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip H.

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

Great Stay

Well decorated and well maintained property in a beautiful setting. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean comfortable home in a peaceful, quiet neighborhood. It was really cool to see the difference from high tide to low tide up close.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frances H.

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

3-Night December Getaway

My husband and I loved this property. Even in December, we were able to enjoy our time outdoors. The house is beautifully furnished and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin P.

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

Amazing property

My sister, mother, aunt and I stayed here for a girls weekend and it was beyond relaxing. Kayaks were so fun and it was a beautiful view. Incredibly clean. Hot tub was amazing! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect place to be

Everything in HerronReach is perfect. Most recommended for all.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ranchana b.

Cozy home

This place is very special, this is our third trip here. Love the view, friendly neighbor, great outdoor activities. Will come back again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Moira K.

Nice home, lovely setting

Well appointed home, lovely setting by the tidal inlet with access to kayaks and the water. Very peaceful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ranchena B.

Peaceful and cozy home.

We love Ron and Sue’s home so much. In the living room, we can see the beautiful water view and those hummingbirds flying around. The bed is very comfortable, the decoration makes it feel like home. The most recommended place.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cozy home on the beach

The house and owners are very nice. They accommodate you very well and are overall great people!. The house itself is very spacious and everyone has their own space. The hot water comes instantly in the shower and it feels very nice and powerful! The hot tub is also amazing and very clean. We would stay at this house again 100%
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dottie L.

The most beautiful and comfortable vacation home!

Heron Reach has it all! A gorgeous, quiet setting with privacy and spectacular views. We enjoyed the hot tub and large deck with gas BBQ each evening. The living room and bedrooms were so comfortable and beautifully styled. Every room was impeccably clean and supplied with things to anticipate any needs, such as extra towels, blankets, everything you might need in a kitchen and pantry, plus many other thoughtful extras. The host/owner went above and beyond to provide us with a wonderful experience. We hope to visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn E.

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

Just like home, only better...😊

This property had so much more than was listed! Such a great welcome basket with goodies! 😊 Fully stocked kitchen spices and utensils. Relaxing matter suite with beautiful view! Sad we didn't get to enjoy the hot tub -- we were so busy visiting the area: Mt Rainier, Seattle, Bainbridge Island, and downtown Gig Harbor Farmer's Market. Couldn't believe the wildlife with the water and mudflats; each has its own beauty!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael B.

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

Great local getaway

We live in Gig Harbor but rented this house to celebrate my stepdaughter’s 16th birthday. Her friends had fun paddle boarding and soaking up the sun. The house was clean and had everything we needed. The only mishap was 3 different people got lost trying to locate the house using the Maps app on the iPhone. It worked fine on Google maps but apparently the iPhone map was sending people in another direction. Nothing the owner can control but just something to be aware of. We definitely plan to come back next summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo K.

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

Family

Our family enjoyed the beach and kayaks. It was a quiet, lovely spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Amazing! Can’t wait to return!

The deck, the view, the beach access, the hot tub … we could not have asked for more! This was exactly the weekend getaway we’d hoped for. The owner is kind and accommodating. The home is thoughtfully and comfortably furnished - great beds! Shopping and dining in cute downtown Gig Harbor was fantastic. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

The house was comfortable and well maintained.

Had a great experience with the rental and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Colleen H.

Relaxing Waterfront Retreat

We loved the view to the water. The open floor plan and large windows. All the little things our hosts provided. It was wonderful .....we will be back to enjoy again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Nice house

Nice relaxing trip- gave 4 stars to accuracy of online listing as I had to call customer service as unable to access or pay 2nd payment through VRBO. I had to download a 3rd party app. We use VRBO for all of our getaways and this is the first time I had to use a 3rd party. Not convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara N.

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

Get get away close to home

Quiet place on the water, beautiful sunrises, watched harbor seals play right in front of us! Tide goes all the way out in late afternoon revealing lots of sea treasures for the kids to find. Water is calm and warm!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

derrick b.

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

Wonderfully relaxing

Great place with a beautiful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Amazing views of bay and wildlife

The 4 of us stayed 4 nights at Heron Reach in July. The home is wonderfully appointed with everything you might need (spices, condiments, toiletries, boots, kayaks, toys etc.) The AC in the main room worked well to cool the common areas. We spent quite a lot of time on the back deck just watching the water and many birds (hummingbirds, finches, nut hatches, eagles, and of course herons). The hot tub was sparkling clean with a clear tent- which would be great if the weather doesn't cooperate. We had fantastic weather and explored the area- Gig Harbor and too many walking trails to remember. The pathway down to the water was an easy minute walk. At the bottom is Sandpiper lagoon, which transformed with the 16' tide change. We enjoyed the kayaks and corn hole as well. I would definitely recommend this VRBO for couples or families!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha L.

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

House on the bay.

The house had great views of the bay and a nice deck to sit in and watch the birds. The hot tub on the deck was great. The house was clean and the beds were comfortable. The host was great to work with. He even brought us a dozen fresh eggs from his chickens. Overall it was a great experience for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Brittany P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Moms weekend

The house was beautiful. The layout was easy to navigate. There was alot of amenities- books, games etc. We wished that the deck to the beach was accessible. Check in and check out times could be better arranged. It made us feel a bit rushed, but understand the circumstances with COVID protocol. The home offers alot of privacy. Overall we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Tiffany J.

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

Fun getaway

We had a nice weekend at this property. The kids enjoyed kayaking in the bay and exploring at low tide. The hot tub was a nice place to relax. We appreciated the sweet extra touches- s’mores supplies, snacks, and a bottle of wine. The owners made sure we had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

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

Fantastic

One of the best places we have stayed
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K.

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

Family time together from East coast to West coast

Property was all we could have hoped for plus more...we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

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