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Unique Urban Sanctuary

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Living room with gas fireplace.
Bathroom
Backyard
Dining room
TV/reading room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Tacoma, WA
  • Place, 6th Ave
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Puget Sound
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Unique Urban Sanctuary

About this space
When you walk into this house, you enter into a delightful, colorful, art-filled home that is unlike anything else you will find in Tacoma. Ideally situated just 2 short blocks from the bustling 6th Ave restaurants, bars & coffee shops, this home is truly a sanctuary. Every corner, inside & out has something special to discover. You and your group will find comfort, relaxation and joy in this peaceful home. And in the summertime, the colorful, joyful backyard is truly magical! An rental gem.
The space
The house is situated on a narrow, safe street (cars can't drive by fast) with wonderful neighbors and a cool vibe. Each of our three bedrooms has a queen bed and is uniquely decorated and set up for your ultimate comfort. The living and dining areas are perfectly set up for your group to really enjoy being together. The kitchen is fully equipped and stocked with most anything you might need. We are so excited for you to discover our little peace of heaven in Tacoma! And the backyard is truly an “urban sanctuary”!
Guest access
The entire house is yours - no other guests on the property. And in the summertime, the backyard and garden areas provide a private retreat that you will love! The garden provides shade on hot days but also has sun for those who want that too.
Other things to note
We encourage you to take the time to discover some of the little details about the house and decorations, from the Mexican tiles in the upstairs bathroom to the one-of-kind art spread throughout the house to all the hidden gems in the garden. Especially take the time to read the newspaper clipping (taped to the window of the garage) all about Jim, the owner of the home who created or collected almost everything you see throughout the property!
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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Tacoma

Located in Central Tacoma, a neighborhood in Tacoma, this vacation home is near a water park. Wright Park and Broadway Center for the Performing Arts are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit 6th Ave and Freighthouse Square. Children's Museum of Tacoma and W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tacoma, WA

What's nearby

  • 6th Ave - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Puget Sound - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • St. Joseph Medical Center - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Theater District Station - 7 min drive
  • Union Station - 11 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Burger Seoul - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Original Pancake House - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Urban Sanctuary pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Unique Urban Sanctuary?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unique Urban Sanctuary on May 16, 2026 start from $179, 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.

Where is Unique Urban Sanctuary located?

Located in Central Tacoma, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of 6th Ave, MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, and University of Puget Sound. Wright Park and W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory are also within 2 mi (3 km). Theater District Station is 30 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is cozy and cute, and we had a great time, hosting dinner, dinners, playing board games, and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the property and house! Comfortable beds, fantastic kitchen and wonderful fireplace. Everything was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well decorated and neat older home. Very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah L.

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

Great Stay.

Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and interesting house with some quirks, host was very responsive and helpful even in the late evening. Very convenient and central location, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super nice place . Clean. Very cool , eclectic decor !Great Kitchen!Recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Peggy M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
House was very roomy and bedrooms comfortable. Good location as close to shops and restaurants on 6th avenue. I had some difficulty with VRBO as the price quoted per night on the site did not match the actual price I was charged. Lighting in the house could be improved as it is very dark throughout the house except in the kitchen. Kitchen is roomy and easy to use, except the gas stove burners are difficult to light and only 2 of the 4 burners work. There was a problem with ants in the house, in every room, not overly bothersome to me, but could be a problem for some people. Very pet friendly and our dog enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Farron f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique and fun property. The backyard is fenced but very wild and there are holes and gaps in the fence. If you are taking animals, they have to be supervised closely. Mine had to stay on leash. I would say the same about younger children. That said, It is still a great home and we enjoyed the quirkiness. We had everything we needed and there is a great washer & Dryer which is always a nice amenity. The hosts are great communicators and left a thoughtful note and snacks. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leticia R.

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

BEST Place to STAY!

This place is by far the very BEST! It is very clean, has so much color, very comfortable, has BIG rooms, and is a hidden gem! It is very spacious, and each room has so much to offer! The property manager is very quick to respond and is very friendly and professional. I highly recommend this place. It is also located in a quiet area! The backyard is an oasis full of treasures. It is very peaceful and relaxing! We will definitely come back when we are in town. Overall rating of 5
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Taylor W.

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

Colorful and Cozy, But Ants on Everything

We recently stayed at this unique and colorful property, which offered great privacy and a welcoming atmosphere. However, we experienced a significant ant problem throughout our stay, with ants found in the bedrooms (including on the bed), kitchen (even inside the salt shaker), and the upstairs bathroom, where it was the worse. They got on our toothbrushes and personal items. The ants also ended up on our crawling baby, which made the situation even more uncomfortable. While the property manager was responsive and had pest control come the next day, the issue persisted, making our stay less enjoyable. If the ant problem were better addressed, we would consider staying again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Wiliam Duppenthaler

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