This newly remodeled daylight basement has turned into a beautiful one bedroom apartment. It has a queen size bed plus a twin sleeper sofa in the bonus room. The fully equipped kitchen makes it easy for comfortable long visits. There is private covered parking or on street parking. Free Wi-Fi. We are located within walking distance to several shops, restaurants, coffee shops and grocery stores. The Tacoma waterfront and Point Ruston are just minutes away providing plenty of entertainment with more shops and restaurants. Other sites within a 5 mile radius are University of Puget Sound, Pt Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Downtown Tacoma, Tacoma Narrows Bridge and several parks,
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Tacoma
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in North End, a neighbourhood in Tacoma. Cinemark Century Point Ruston and Foss Waterway Seaport are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tacoma Nature Center and Cutts Island State Park. Check out an event or a game at Tacoma Dome, and consider making time for Puyallup Fairgrounds, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
Tacoma Dome - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
Getting around
Theater District Station - 6 min drive
Union Station - 7 min drive
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
Lobster Shop - 5 min drive
Duke's Seafood Tacoma - 3 min drive
Corbeau - 6 min walk
Katie Downs Waterfront Tavern - 3 min drive
Woven Seafood & Chophouse - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Proctor District Hidden gem pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Proctor District Hidden gem?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Proctor District Hidden gem?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Proctor District Hidden gem located?
Located in North End, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of University of Puget Sound and Job Carr Cabin Museum. 6th Ave and Wright Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Great location. Everything was clean and tidy. Comfortable bed. Kitchen stocked with coffee and tea. Very comfortable place to stay. Host was friendly and very welcoming
Perfect location for walking to restaurants, farmers markets, etc. in the Proctor District. Comfortable and quiet, lots of extras, excellent hosts - a great place to stay!
Highly recommend Proctor District Hidden gem! The location was great with a short walk to food and shopping. The house was comfortable, clean and had everything we needed. Thanks again for a wonderful stay!
Beth and Jim are awesome hosts! We have stayed twice at their place and have had a great experience both times. We will be booking again with them in the future!
Beth’s place is in a great location! Easy walking to everything in the cute Proctor district. The place is immaculate and Beth takes great care to make your stay enjoyable. The bed is very comfortable; towels are amazing and the kitchen has all you need. Also great parking in their carport
Beth was very friendly and welcoming. The house was spotless. We had everything we needed to cook and stay there for the four nights. The kitchen had all the utensils, pots, and pans. The water pressure in the shower was amazing. He pull out bed that I slept in was probably the most comfortable bed ever. We had a very good experience. Don’t pass this listing up.
Really clean and nice. Host very nice and helpful. You can walk to restaurants and shopping. Basement apartment but has plenty of light. Would stay again if in area.
We had a great time. Host was extremely accommodating. We drove a large truck that didn't fit in the car port. Neighbor was willing to move so we had room to park in their carport. All communications with host were great. The space was exactly what we were looking for. Thank you again.
Great location for the weekend of our daughter’s graduation from UPS. We had activities on Friday, Saturday, and the ceremony on Sunday so the property was close enough we could go back and forth as needed to catch our breath between events. We did have a car and parking in back was easy. I also was able to prepare a simple celebration brunch for five people the morning of graduation. Not a party, but plenty of room for a pretty table set with paper plates I brought. Lots of prepped food and ingredients at nearby grocers. Just a lovely experience
When we visit again ..this will be where we stay. Very nice accommodations, friendly hosts, anything needed was provided. We stayed for a week. Home away from home! Bus line close to get around just all in all a wonderful unforgettable experience!
This property was perfect for our needs. It was close to everything we wanted to do. Beth was very helpful and provided clear written instructions for the check out process as well as a booklet with local information. There was off-street parking with a security camera, a nice yard with comfortable patio furniture. I would definitely stay there again.
Excellent in all respects. My partner, Beth Evans, reserved the property for me so that my compromised immune system wouldn’t be threatened by 5 houseguests from out of town, including 3 little kids. I spent days out of doors with our visitors at home and nights at the “Hidden Gem,” only 2.5 miles away. It worked out great!
Elizabeth E.
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2025
About the host
Hosted by Beth Moller
Jim is the craftsman who transformed this space into a beautiful daylight basement apartment. It is a charming cozy space created just for you. Jim's day job is working for a local candy company. He is originally from Denver, CO and moved to WA 2 years after marrying Beth. They have been married for over 30 years. Beth decorated the apartment which includes stunning photographs of local sites, taken by Christopher Petrich. She loves meeting new people so hosting a VRBO apartment is a great way to do just that. She is fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) and has been an interpreter for several years. She grew up in Evergreen, CO. Jim and Beth love dogs and currently have a German Shepherd.
Why they chose this property
We chose our home because we fell in love with the Proctor District in Tacoma, WA. Everything we need is right walking distance. Just about anywhere we go by car we can see the water. Puget Sound surrounds the tip of Tacoma and is a peaceful site we are blessed to see on a daily basis.
What makes this property unique
When we bought this house we knew that some day this space would become an apartment. We originally thought our daughter with special needs would live there to be close to us, but that is no longer the need. She is an adult now and living with assistance in her home. This space is now available for you!
Peace and quiet is one of the unique benefits of living in this area. The beauty that surrounds us instills tranquility.
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