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Charming 1920's English Cottage w/Water Views •A Del Mar Vacation Property

Holiday home in Port Orchard with kitchen and patio

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Enjoy your brand new 6 person hot tub as the 45 jets massage away your cares.
Gorgeous cottage kitchen with garden and bay views through dining room.
Large dining room with bay view. Seats 8 to 10.
Living Room with lots of large windows that open out onto porch and bay view.
Cozy wood burning fireplace/wood stove.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Port Orchard, WA
  • Place, Alki Beach
  • Place, Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
  • Place, Bainbridge Island Ferry Dock
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming 1920's English Cottage w/Water Views •A Del Mar Vacation Property

Not available for weddings, large events or one-night bookings.
This house does have air conditioning to cool off on those hot days.

Because of the tight knit neighborhood, a maximum of six (6) people are allowed at this property at any given time, this includes overnight and daytime guests/visitors.

The Cottage:
Del Mar Cottage is the charming 1920's Air Conditioned cottage by the sea you've been dreaming about. The character of this cottage, from traditional architectural details like crystal door knobs and elegant crown molding with beautiful easy open windows to let the cool sea breeze in, make this get a way a 'must stay'.

The Garden:
Relax on the garden's porch swing while reading and sipping your favorite lemonaid. Later enjoy some stargazing from your luxurious outdoor spa while planning the next day's ferry ride, antiquing or golf game.

The Neighborhood:
Just 15 minutes north of Gig harbor is Del Mar Cottage's tiny neighborhood of South Colby, nestled between Port Orchard, just 5 minutes to the West, or the Southworth ferry dock to Seattle, just 4 minutes the East. This charming cottage seems to have guarded the bay for many, many decades. Make Del Mar Cottage part of your next get away. You'll want to come back every year!

Walks & Dog Lovers: There are several wonderful walks to take your dog on for an adventure. By the way, the house allows a maximum of two dogs, and each dog is a separate pet fee. Del Mar Cottage is one house back from the beach, but there is a quiet, single lane frontage road that is directly on the beach, great for walks and viewing all that the beach has to offer. The frontage road (SE Cornell) is just west of the Del Mar Cottage gate.

Then, just 1/8 of a mile east from the cottage is Harper Pier, overlooking Puget Sound. Continue your walk another 1/8 of a mile to the park just past SE Scatterwood Lane; great for letting the dog run in the fenced little league base ball area.

Across from the park is a natural boat and kayak launch, great for letting the dog play in the water!

Keywords: Cottage, Bungalow, Cozy, Charming
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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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
Not child-proof.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside is fine.
Guests agree to sign agreement and send back with a scan/photo copy of Government issued ID.
No events or parties. 6 people in the house max.

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Port Orchard

Port Orchard is home to this holiday home. Seattle Center and Paramount Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Pike Place Market and Space Needle. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at T-Mobile Park or Lumen Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Port Orchard, WA

What's nearby

  • Puget Sound Naval Shipyard - 21 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Bainbridge Island Ferry Dock - 58 min drive - 78.1 km

Getting around

  • Kent Station - 60 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Manchester Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Uncle Dave's Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 1920's English Cottage w/Water Views •A Del Mar Vacation Property pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Charming 1920's English Cottage w/Water Views •A Del Mar Vacation Property?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 1920's English Cottage w/Water Views •A Del Mar Vacation Property?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming 1920's English Cottage w/Water Views •A Del Mar Vacation Property located?

Situated in Port Orchard, this holiday home is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Manchester State Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Lincoln Park and West Seattle Golf Course. Alki Beach and Alki Point Lighthouse are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 229 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 229 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 229 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 229 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 229 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very accommodating to my needs. The home is lovely and comfy. The yard is filled with many beautiful things. Would love to have stayed in better weather to have seen it all in bloom.
Stayed 27 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at the Del Mar Cottage! The house is so cute and cozy, and super close to both the ferry and activities. Kitchen was fully stocked which made making pizza for family board game night super convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda S.

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

Cute family friendly place

The place was super comfortable for our long stay. The property was lovely and so was the area.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

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

Peaceful

The location is wonderfully located for a bit of R&R!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn M.

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

Visit with grands

A charming well-appointed cottage. The hot tub was a added bonus. Our only complaint is the shortage of wash clothes -- only found two for a 4-day stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Wade H.

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

Cosie home with easy walk to water

My wife and I enjoyed this charming home with all its features. We had a good partial view of the water from the back porch in March. The five minute walk to the shore is well worth it. We were able to walk along a private road and explore the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Cammy B.

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

Great stay for Thanksgiving

When we arrived, we opened the door and there was wonderful jazz music playing, heat was on and there was a bottle of wine with glasses all ready to go! It was so inviting. The house was charming and very well equipped (even all of the necessary kitchen tools to fix a Thanksgiving meal)! Everything was there for us and we had a very relaxing time. The jacuzzi was fantastic! What an added plus!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great getaway

Really enjoyed this space. The property manager was very responsive. The property is for up to and maximum of six people, and four family members joined my partner and I for our last day and night at the property. I paid an additional charge for over four guests. I would suggest not adding an additional charge for guests utilizing the property up to the provided maximum.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Amy H., Albany, OR

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

Delightful and cozy, Owner great to work with.

This is a delightful cottage with beautiful water views. Owner was kind and helpful through planning and check in as well as through the stay by checking in on us even after arrival to offer help/guidance as needed. Gave four stars for cleanliness due to the nature of this well- loved century old home surrounded by lots of vegetation. Leaf litter is a reality, and was seen around the grounds and on the deck upon arrival. This is not intended to be a flaw, but rather, a review to clarify future guests’ expectations. This cottage is a vintage home that has been lovingly cared for and is well appointed with many items to make the stay comfortable. Many extras were also available that were a delight to have available. If your desire is to stay in a modern, sterile residence with sharp clean lines and pristine lawns, this is not the place to stay. However if the description above fits your vision of a place in which to get away, you will find that this is a great place to stay! Will return!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Velvet K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time. The house was very cozy and felt like home. The location was great and the scenery was beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute, well kept house. Owner was very pleasant and easy to get a hold of. We'll definitely be staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Craftsman Cottage, very quaint. Chicken process was very easy. Kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice stay at the Southworth English Cottage

Overall, it was a good stay on Southworth at the English Cottage. Our host was easy to contact and responsive to our questions and needs. Property was clean, safe, and comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked with essentials. Beds were comfortable. Hot tub on property was excellent. Location close to ferry access was a big plus. A few small suggestions or oppprtunities for improvement include making sure the check - in access code was correct and loaded prior to arrival. Updating instructions and procedures for maintaining the hot tub. It was actually much easier once we found out what was done in advance and needed for our stay. Finally, keeping the backyard clean and enjoyable every morning was a bit of a chore given the lush conditions and nearby tall trees. Also, we were not able to locate the patio umbrella for some additional shade during late afternoons. Finally, the views of the sound were somewhat limited with the new construction in the neighborhood and overgrown trees off property. There is also an abandoned house blocking otherwise potentially stunning views of the sound.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

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

A return visit

Really enjoyed my stay. This marks my third visit. I will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, and great style. Everything we needed was provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

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

Another wonderful visit

My husband, two children and i have stayed at this property numerous times and will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

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

Relaxing

Very much enjoyed our stay. Very quiet venue.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estella M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little cottage surrounded by green gardens. Fair view of the ocean/bay. We drove to an inlet near the cottage and walked down to the little one way road that followed along the beach. Lots of seaweed and dead/live crabs. Great location. Fun quiet place. My son loved the piano that could play itself!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Annette I.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Peaceful neighborhood

I liked the location, view, hot tub, AC, and gardens. The 100-year-old cottage is quaint and quirky. Unfortunately, the outdoor surfaces (chairs, tables) were filthy. We couldn't use them. The photos online didn't show the lack of upkeep outside. The linens were cleaned in the strongest perfumed laundry detergent. We were very allergic and had to go get our own bedding and towels. The king mattress was very comfortable but the wood bed frame was dangerous for knees and legs, getting in and out or walking around it.After we brought over our own chairs we enjoyed being outside. Getting to the frontage road on foot via the highway is hazardous. The property manager was kind, responsive, and helpful. Overall, I'd give the house 3.5 - 4 stars for lack of cleanliness outside and the strong laundry soap.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

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

Christmas in Port Orchard

Our stay was very good. The owner was readily available for any questions we had.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie W.

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

Cozy cottage

We had everything we needed for a long holiday weekend. The host was friendly and responded quickly. We enjoyed being able to quickly walk down to the water, and seeing deer in the yard next to the house. The hot tub was gorgeous on our chilly, cloudy nights!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

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

Southworth cottage

Very clean cottage. Has all the amenities. Good location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heath F.

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

Old cottage with style

We enjoyed our stay at this house. It was nicely decorated and well-equipped equipped with everything we needed. We saw deer in the back and front yard, which was fun. The area was tranquil. The picture in the listing from the hot tub has changed a little as a huge building has gone up behind the building, but there is still a view of the bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

Girls Week

Lovely and peaceful location. Kitchen has everything for cooking and Baking. You could do a family Christmas or Thanksgiving and have every cooking tool you would need. Even an amazing 7 quart Kitchenaid Mixer!!! 😎
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaylan D.

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

Wedding weekend staycation

I stayed here for the weekend of my wedding, as it was right down the road from the venue. It was more than I expected. Extremely clean and cozy, the hot tub was kept at the perfect temp, jazz playing when I checked in. I think the checkout list is a little excessive, but I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Erik Giddings (Del Mar Cottage)

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We were lucky enough to find Del Mar Cottage years ago. The home has been beautifully maintained since the 1920’s and we thoroughly enjoy the opportunity to share its beauty with travelers worldwide.

Why they chose this property

We have enjoyed this location because of the water views and the short 40-minute trip into Seattle via the nearby Southworth Ferry.

What makes this property unique

Listening to the waves against the shore in the evening, and waking up to the sounds of the morning brings a peaceful start to your day at Del Mar Cottage. Save some time for beach combing or strolling to nearby Harper’s Pier.

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