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Guesthouse w/ direct beach access & views of Olympic Mountains/Carr Inlet

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Firepit

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Guesthouse w/ direct beach access & views of Olympic Mountains/Carr Inlet

Little Tides

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Step outside your door and enjoy direct access to a pebbly beach when you retreat to this guesthouse in Gig Harbor. Beautifully positioned on the shores of the Carr Inlet (on a property that it shares with a separate main house), this 650-square-foot home features a communal yard where you can soak in the summer sunshine, access to a patio table, and wonderful views of the water, the Olympic Mountains, and incredible sunsets.

What's nearby:
This property sits right alongside the beach on Carr Inlet, five miles west of downtown Gig Harbor's restaurants, shops, and charming streets. Take your kayak out on the water for a morning paddle, drive the surrounding country roads and take in the coastal scenery, and enjoy a day trip or two to Vashon Island (the Point Defiance Ferry is 14 miles east), Tacoma (16 miles southeast), Port Orchard (19 miles north), or Seattle (35 miles northeast).

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
Dog-friendly (2 max)
Little Tides has a private patio with firepit and small yard surrounding the, as well as shared beach access with the larger property, The Tides. Use of deck, built-in firepit and kayak is reserved for guests of the larger home or guests who rent both homes.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.



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 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

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

Pets allowed

Dogs only. Max of 4.

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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

You need to know

Property # 1783161vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Gig Harbor

Located in Gig Harbor, this cottage is in the city centre and on the beach. Harbor History Museum and Paradise Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Discovery Village and Horseshoe Lake Golf Course. Titlow Park and Narrows Plaza Bowl are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Gig Harbor, WA

What's nearby

  • Kopachuck State Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 26 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Tacoma Dome - 27 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Joint Base Lewis-McChord - 42 min drive - 50.6 km
  • Westfield Southcenter Mall - 56 min drive - 72.0 km

Getting around

  • Union Station - 24 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Island View Market - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪MOD Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Guesthouse w/ direct beach access & views of Olympic Mountains/Carr Inlet pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Guesthouse w/ direct beach access & views of Olympic Mountains/Carr Inlet?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guesthouse w/ direct beach access & views of Olympic Mountains/Carr Inlet on 1 Jun 2026 start from £90, 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 at Guesthouse w/ direct beach access & views of Olympic Mountains/Carr Inlet?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Guesthouse w/ direct beach access & views of Olympic Mountains/Carr Inlet?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Guesthouse w/ direct beach access & views of Olympic Mountains/Carr Inlet?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Guesthouse w/ direct beach access & views of Olympic Mountains/Carr Inlet located?

Located in Gig Harbor, this beachfront cottage is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Cutts Island State Park and Kopachuck State Park. Fox Island Sand Spit and Skansie Brothers Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. And so thankful there was an A/C unit at the place for the hot weekend weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RockyPointHawaii

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was great for my purposes. Very good amenities, everything you need to cook at home. Very comfortable setting. Parking is a little tricky if you park in the garage, but there's room in front of the unit that doesn't impede the main house.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Little Tides was perfect for us!

We enjoyed our stay at Little Tides property. It has ample space, a nice clean refrigerator, two bathrooms, amazing king bed, a stove (though we didn't use it). We appreciated having the washer and dryer to use for our stay. Donna was great to work with if we had any questions or little concerns that were handled promptly. We would love to stay again if we are in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rental is nice. It was super clean! The king size bed was super comfy and the linens were so nice. downstairs does have a bit of a musty smell. Kitchen could use a couple more esentials like foil, ziplock bags and some cooking oil. Thee last morning we woke up to an alarm that took some investigation to find where it was coming from. Turned out to be a power box on the outside of the house that appeared to not be an uncommen issue as the button was labled push to silence. Would have been nice to have a warning about that.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jan 2026
Thank you for sharing your valuable feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay! We are aware of the musty smell in the downstairs area and are working with the owner to get a dehumidifier. We appreciate your suggestion regarding the kitchen essentials. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by the alarm and have notified our team to further investigate. We hope to have the chance to host you again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Glenda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Little Tides

We enjoyed the roomy bedroom which included a cute mini kitchen, sitting area, and half-bath. The view was awesome! What was surprising is that the area is upstairs, inaccessible to handicapped persons. Full bath downstairs and nice office space. We did not attempt communication with the property manager but had to rate that in order to submit the review.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun 2023
We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your visit! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. We passed your comments along to our local manager to review and we appreciate guests’ preferences as a means to continually improve. We look forward to hosting your next stay!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Robert W.

Funky but comfortable

Part of the charm of Little Tides is the funky 40’s-50’s vibe. The kitchen works. We would appreciate the addition of a toaster and a blender. Also, weirdly enough, there was only one coffee cup, ironically a local freebie. The wicker sofa needs an upgrade on the cushions. The TV did not work—no signal, no channels. We tried twice. Also, the electrical outlets on the long wall are ancient—they will not hold a plug. They need to be upgraded. In spite of all this, we will go back. Little Tides is within miles of our family and very convenient. The property is beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2024
Hello Robert, we are happy to hear that you had a pleasant stay! Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. We appreciate you bringing this matter to our attention. We surely passed these comments to our local manager, who will collaborate with our homeowner to implement any necessary upgrades. We are excited to have the opportunity to host you again!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

James S.

Little tides

A very quiet and cozy little place. The bed, bedding and towels were luxurious and very comfortable; They looked brand new. Place was immaculate and charming with its retro appliances. If sensitive to smells, it has an old house smell and bathroom has a sewer gas smell. Nothing we couldn’t live with though for the short amount of time we were there. Shower is tiny so if your a bigger size keep that in mind. My husband is a slim 6’ and kept hitting his elbows on the shower door trying to wash up. The house was freezing cold upon arrival but that would be an easy remedy to have house cleaner turn heat on. Appreciate there was a fan in the bedroom as I am used to having one going when I sleep! We were disappointed there was no beach to speak of, water was high. Had looked forward to strolling on it. So keep that in mind if it’s a big reason your looking for something along the water. I wouldn’t especially stay there unless the beach was guaranteed to be available. Otherwise it’s just staying in a glamified garage a long drive from Seattle.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Dana A.

Beautiful view!

Beautiful view!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Irene J.

Lovely little tides

The view is incredible. You are just a steps away from walking on the beach when the tide is low. Peaceful and enjoyable. The only bad was very tiny kitchen but easy to with. And GPS will take you to the wrong place because it zones in on the house not the street address. Keep eyes peeled for address!
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun 2023
Thank you for your review, Irene! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your time with us. We have passed your feedback regarding the kitchen to the owner. We will address the problem with the GPS with our property manager. We look forward to hosting you again soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Megan C.

Get away

This was a great spot, very comfortable accommodations with beautiful view of the water. Carport very very tight even for our small VW and there is zero lighting down steep driveway to house. Otherwise great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

We had a great little time at Little Tides

How lucky were we to spot three open nights at Little Tides in Gig Harbor just as we needed a getaway? This little house was perfect: comfy bed, cozy linens, kitchenette for coffee and small bites. We soaked in the views, combed the pebbly beach both high tide and low, and did some low-key exploration and recreation nearby by bike, car, and kayak. We're almost always looking for a new spot to explore, but Little Tides will definitely be on our list for a second visit. (Special hooray to the management who quickly responded and saved us from certain death by delivering the coffee that must have walked away to enjoy the gorgeous views itself.)
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerstin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful location

Gorgeous little place, but some confusion around the shared yard (and access to beach). So that you know - all the lawn is entirely shared. The deck and that grill on the large desk belongs to the main house, while the small house has its own grill. Don’t let millennials or rental managers scared of angry tenants tell you any differently. That yard and gorgeous view belongs just as much to the small house as it does the large house. Enjoy!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

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

Quiet place on the water

Very relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Fabulous retreat!

I enjoyed my stay at Little Tides this summer. The location is beautiful. You have waterfront and country side. The place was nicely done, funky and quaint. Perfect idea of a beach house. I enjoyed the private backyard patio area with grill, walks and shell collecting on the beach and wildlife around the property. It’s easy to pop in a kayak. Waking up to water views and going to sleep with water sounds was lovely. It’s a truly peaceful and beautiful get away. I’m planning on returning next summer.
Verified

8/10 Good

Myrtle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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