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

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A sunroom with wicker furniture, a glass table with a plant, and a view of a marina.
A wooden deck with two Adirondack chairs facing a marina with boats and a bridge.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a table with a plant, and a view of a water body and dock.
A wooden deck with a single Adirondack chair facing a calm river, a pedestrian bridge in the background, and a building with a green roof.
A bed with white linens and starfish-patterned pillows, a light blue throw blanket, and a wooden headboard with a mirror and lamps.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Gig Harbor, WA
  • Place, Skansie Brothers Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Grandview Forest Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Harbor History Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪49 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

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About the area

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 Cheney Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hunting.
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Gig Harbor, WA

What's nearby

  • Skansie Brothers Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grandview Forest Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Harbor History Museum - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Tacoma Dome - 21 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Joint Base Lewis-McChord Visitor Center - 36 min drive - 43.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fred Meyer Fuel Center - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Table 47 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cutters Point Coffee - ‬4 min drive

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 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at 42' Ponderosa Located in the Historic Gig Harbor Marina & Boatyard?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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?

Checkout 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 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 232 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 246 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a perfect place to stay if you are happy to be on the water and ready for a change from hotel rooms. It’s so thoughtfully appointed. You can walk to many restaurants. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Super comfortable!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the ponderosa. Very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
What a joy to stay on Magic! We had such a lovely time, super relaxing, close to everything and extra bonus, lots of wildlife. Everyone at the Gig Harbor Dock was super friendly and we were pleasantly surprised at how quite it is in the evening and at night. Our host was super responsive and great to work with. If you are ready to do something other than a house, I highly recommend the Magic Yacht.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was awsome, just got married and wanted.to do somwthing new. Great location, food, drinks and boutiques are all with in walking distance. My wife and I had wonderful time and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location and lovely boat.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a very unique getaway and super comfortable for two people! Four adults might be a tad tight if stuck inside due to weather, but still worth the stay! We were there when the outside temps didn't get above 50F/10C, so sitting outside wasn't ideal....and slippers on the wood floors were a necessity at those temps. Regardless, we've already recommended it to a few friends and family...and look forward to going back during a warmer part of the year! Oh, and the aft bed was super comfortable! We didn't use the forward cabin, but it looked very cozy! Bottom line: book it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun location for a harbor native to bring her current family “home” for the holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Danielle is a wonderful host. Responsive. Welcoming. Helpful. We have stayed at this location multiple times and keep returning because it is such a gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second booking on Suite Dreams, had everything we needed, absolutely love the charm and experience of staying on a boat! Easy check in/check out process. Everything we wanted/needed within walking distance. Will definitely be booking again. Thank you for sharing your amazing boat
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time and very relaxing space to come back to in the evenings. Loved watching the seals and birds. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend ‼
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience, great location. Recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fantastic experience we had in Gig Harbor! Thank you for the last minute opportunity. Everything was great - aside from all the rain! The only thing was that there were some leaks and some water dripped onto the forward cabin bedspread in the middle of the night and made some brown stains. But otherwise, we loved it and would love to return. We even met Ron and had coffee with him on Sunday morning. He is an extraordinary man and we so appreciated all of his kindness!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed at this property for 2 years in a row 2 summers and we are absolutely in love with the whole area. In fact, we're planning on coming back next year. If they'll approve our visit again, everything about the boat is? Perfect. That accommodations are a wonderful, few steps to deal with. But that's what boat life is about. The people that are in the Marina are fantastic. very friendly and Gig Harbor area is absolutely a dream. So we will be back and I rate it 5 star all the way.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words and THE COOKIES!!!! See you next year
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent amenities provided. Great check-in and check-out. The WiFi was consistent. Would have liked a location that we could see water activity (boats, kayaks, etc). The area is very quiet and peaceful. Gorgeous view of Mt Ranier. Beds were comfortable, although front bedroom bed was a little difficult to get out of (last step at odd angle). Enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend.
Bald eagle on mast a few boats away!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very enjoyable stay on the boat. Gig Harbor is a great town and the boat is in a good location. Beds were comfortable and the living room and back deck were great places to relax. The refrigerator was underpowered and we needed to use the freezer for refrigerated items, and the toilet capacity was limited. Minor inconveniences that did not take away from our trip enjoyment.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The yacht was exceptionally well maintained and the beds were extremely comfortable. The location was walking distance to shops, restaurants, and next to the park, which was perfect for my little pooch.Wonderful view of Mt. Rainier while enjoying a glass of wine from the aft deck!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words!!! We hope to have you back soon :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gig Harbor

We stayed on this beautiful boat 4 nights while visiting Gig Harbor in July. The boat is located central to everything around town and in easy walking to shops and restaurants. With two bedrooms and two full baths, as well as multiple seating areas, the boat has plenty of space to accommodate small groups. We particularly enjoyed sitting in the aft sitting area and watching the harbor seal fishing and then resting for the night on the dock next to us. Sure, you could get a nearby hotel, but we felt like we had a much more authentic taste of Gig Harbor while staying aboard this lovely yacht instead. The boat was kept in good condition and is very clean. Highly recommend the Suite Dreams!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great as always! Clean, comfy, and relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful boat. State rooms and heads were extremely spacious for a boat! Lots of space for visiting - we had three generations (7 people) visiting and everyone was comfortable. Beach towels were available. Note there was no welcome bag as noted in the instructions, so we didn't have clear check-out instructions. We also needed to go up to Marina office to vet a parking pass, was told it would be on the boat. Marina people are super friendly, just noting for future guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time aboard Suite Dreams

We had a great Enjoyed relaxing on the back deck with its view of Mt. Rainier. Perfect location to some cute shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time!

The boat is beautiful and perfect situated within fig harbor. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely stay

We had a lovely time! It did rain and wasn’t great weather but that has nothing to do with the stay. This would be an awesome spot to kayak from. Also great location to restaurants and downtown shopping. Bed was comfortable but maybe a little firm. Just keep in mind this a boat. There are several steps as well. Overall a fun unique way to spend the weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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