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42' Ponderosa Located in the Historic Gig Harbor Marina & Boatyard

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Marina
Marina
Exterior
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Gig Harbor, WA
  • Harbor History Museum
    18 min walk
  • Crescent Creek Park
    3 min drive
  • Paradise Theatre
    4 min drive
  • Tacoma, WA (TIW-Tacoma Narrows)
    15 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining Area

About this property

42' Ponderosa Located in the Historic Gig Harbor Marina & Boatyard

Super Spacious 42' Ponderosa with 2 large staterooms, each with their own head (bathroom) and located at opposite ends of the boat (forward and aft). The main salon features a flat screen smart TV, movie collection and comfortably sits 6-8 on a sectional couch and chairs. Entertainment space extends from the salon up to the Sun Deck and Fly Bridge making space for up to 12 guests. The back Sun Deck is fully equipped with a wet bar, refrigerator and ice chest. With the lovely table and chairs this gives you another option to enjoy a meal with friends or share a glass of wine right on the water with Mount Rainier as your back drop. Views from the Sky Bridge and Sun Deck are truly breath taking overlooking the rest of the harbor. The galley is fully stocked with all the comforts of your home kitchen. There is a coffee maker, full size refrigerator, dishes, glassware, flatware, bowls, cutting boards, standard spices, and pots & pans. This incredible, comfy floating inn has all you could need for your stay and is only a short walk from downtown where there is always something to do. Experience 7 Seas Brewing, Heritage Distilling Co., The Tides Tavern, some incredible downtown waterfront shops and beautiful Skansie Brothers Park right next door.
(Our vessels stay docked during your stay, so no special licensing required)

Property manager

Cheryl Houck
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
We do note recommend for children under 8

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets allowed up to 25 pounds

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Gig Harbor

Gig Harbor is home to this houseboat. Harbor History Museum and Tacoma Narrows Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Discovery Village and Titlow Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tacoma Dome or BMX Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gig Harbor, WA

What's nearby

  • St. Anthony Hospital - 6 min drive
  • Sunrise Beach - 13 min drive
  • Tacoma Dome - 16 min drive
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 16 min drive
  • Point Defiance Park - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Union Station - 16 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Hops n Drops - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 42' Ponderosa Located in the Historic Gig Harbor Marina & Boatyard pet-friendly?

Yes, this houseboat allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at 42' Ponderosa Located in the Historic Gig Harbor Marina & Boatyard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 42' Ponderosa Located in the Historic Gig Harbor Marina & Boatyard?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 42' Ponderosa Located in the Historic Gig Harbor Marina & Boatyard located?

Situated in Gig Harbor, this houseboat is within a 15-minute walk of Skansie Brothers Park and Grandview Forest Park. Harbor History Museum and Crescent Creek Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Suite Dreams was Sweet
We loved our stay on Suite Dreams and in Gig Harbor. It is a fantastic location and the accomodations were better terrific. The photos on the website don't do Suite Dreams justice, just lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Staycation
For my 60th birthday I wanted to do something different yet not travel too far and this was perfect! The yacht was very clean and had all the comforts of home. The beds were very comfortable and staying on the water was a great experience. Great location and walking distance to restaurants, bars and pubs. The Trolly @ the Boatyard and the Gig Harbor Brewery taproom are on the same property and shouldn't be missed. I cannot say enough positive things about what a perfect property this is and what a great experience we had. Thank you Cheryl for such great hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique stay!
My friends and I stayed on the boat for a long weekend and it was such a great time! We'd never done this before so it was great to have a unique experience. The location was great as it was right downtown so we could walk everywhere. It was also nice to have the marine shower facilities as showering in the boat was limited.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shereen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful boat vacation
We stayed 5 nights and everything was fantastic! The bed was so comfortable, everything was clean and comfortable. Our host checked on us to see if we needed anything. She also went above and beyond for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gig Harbor Getaway
Lovely stay abord yacht. Comfortable clean and quiet. Pretty water views. Easy walks to stores, restaurants .. would stay here again. Thank you. Louise
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Experience a taste of life on a boat!
We enjoyed our stay on the boat for husband's birthday. We especially enjoyed sitting on the aft deck while taking in the wildlife, all sorts of marine craft, and view of Mt Rainier. Convenient location to shops and restaurants in Gig Harbor. We were relieved to see actual steps up to the boat rather than the ladder shown in the picture, but it still requires a certain level of physical ability to access the boat and the various levels within the boat. Nice shower facilities are available onshore if you prefer. Thanks to Cheryl and crew for quickly addressing an issue that came up. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AWESOME!
This was so much fun! Glamping on the water, a super fun adventure. The boat was cozy yet spacious. Our favorite was sitting on the sun porch watching the water wildlife and other boats come and go. An unexpected sight was the authentic Italian gondola!! The bed was very comfortable. We slept so well each night. Didn’t mind a Navy shower. Would most definitely would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gig Harbor boat stay
This was our first time staying on a boat and it was fun! So close to the amenities of town. Peaceful evenings hanging on the boat.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Luxury on the water
Perfect from the moment we arrived! First time staying on the water and yacht! Don’t know if I’ll ever use a hotel again! Suite Dreams had everything we needed or could want. Bedroom was fantastic - great linens etc. location was walkable to all the shops, restaurants and concert in the park. Cheryl (host) was awesome. Answered all of questions . Highly recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome and unique experience
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Gig Harbor on the boat. Definitely a memorable vacation. The kids especially loved it. Beautiful views and lots of seals and otters. Plenty of dining options nearby. The boat was amazing. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very enjoyable
we loved staying on the boat, it was surprisingly spacious. there were four areas to lounge, the dock, the back deck, the top deck and the living room area, which gave plenty of room for my husband, I and our 2 sixteen year-old daughters to enjoy our time. also, very beautiful area and fun to be in the marina.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing in every way!
The boat was everything we imagined and hoped for! An incredible location -- so beautiful! -- which is ideally located, and everything inside the boat is perfectly kept and charming. We loved it and didn't want to leave. Thank you, Cheryl, for setting us up for such a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loving the experience
Once we got settled, the total experience of living on a boat was absolutely fabulous. The property and surroundings were excellent. LOVE the city of Gig Harbor and all it offers.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, yet close to everything
My husband and I had a wonderful anniversary weekend on a gorgeous warm weekend on Suite Dreams. We were very impressed at all the details on the boat including the gift bag when we arrived. The wood in the boat is beautiful and we loved how peaceful it was to sleep right on the waterline under the windows in the staterooms. The boat is well appointed, and the best part was the covered stern area where we watched all the harbor activity: boats, seals, birds, all with the beautiful backdrop of Mt. Rainier. We had such a fabulous time exploring Gig Harbor which we were able to walk to easily. The boat is docked in a quiet spot but so close to everything at the same time. Thank you for making our anniversary special with this unique place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vrbo
Very nice accommodations.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience!
We had a wonderful visit! The boat was clean and comfortable for our family of 4. Check-in was easy and convenient. We were close to fun restaurants and were able to see harbor seals and birds from the boat! We loved staying at such a unique place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Boat stay
Our boat stay was great!!! Such a great idea to stay here. Cheryl, the host, was friendly and easy to communicate with, the boat was very clean, cute, comfortable, and wonderful to stay on. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there. Would definitely do it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jolie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet Suite Dreams
This yacht was everything we hoped for plus everything we needed including seals on the dock and a gorgeous blue heron just hanging around
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
We had a wonderful time, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation in my own city
I actually live in Gig Harbor so we used this as a little vacation away from our house! We timed it to correspond with the Maritime parade was lovely. The boat is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique Experience
Our stay on Suite Dreams was even better than I expected. The boat is beautiful, comfortable and wonderfully appointed. We relaxed as soon as we stepped on-board.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staycation
My book club gondola ride got canceled due to a coming in on sat but your yacht was very warm and cozy and now I can say I weathered a storm ate my ravioli and read my book on a yacht. Thank you for such a wonderful way to relax on a weekend I will definitely be coming back. You made it so easy to communicate and check in I felt very comfortable being by myself since my bestie got to sick to participate I will bring her back definitely
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and relaxing!
My husband and I wanted to do nothing on this trip and other times we have planned that we felt like we needed to get out and do something. Just sitting on the back of the boat watching the wildlife and boats was all we needed. Beds were more comfortable than I expected. We were right in the middle of everything so we just walked to pubs and restaurants to eat and then back to the boat to relax. Perfect weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun experience!
This is a very clean, comfortable and well equipped boat. The bedding was particularly comfy! From a hair dryer to kleenex to shampoo to cozy throw blankets - I was impressed with all the amenities. It was also really nice to be able to walk to restaurants and shops. Our weather was cold/rainy so we had to say inside with the heaters running most of the time but in nice weather the back deck/sitting area would have been fantastic. The boat was quiet (I imagine in nice weather there would have been a lot more going on on the dock in general) and stable. It's the first boat on ramp "B". (FYI This is definitely not for anyone with any mobility issues as there are steep steps everywhere.) It was a fun experience - I've not stayed on a boat before and am glad I did. Thank you! There are many places to book this rental including through the Gig Harbor Marina and Boatyard directly - I didn't realize that until after I'd booked so it's worth comparing prices.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernest G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I REALLY ENJOYED THE GIG HARBOR AREA
Really enjoyed overall
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

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