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Beach, Spectacular views, Soaking Tub: Bluff House on Vashon Island

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and furnished patio

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The deck has an unobstructed 180 degree view of Puget Sound and Mt. Rainier.
The entrance tot he living room.
The entrance to Bluff House.
Entry fountain
One of 3 hammocks at the beach.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 61802 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Vashon, WA
  • Place, Point Robinson Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Robinson Lighthouse
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Des Moines Marina
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Master suite

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Entry Powder Room

Toilet

Main

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Suite

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beach, Spectacular views, Soaking Tub: Bluff House on Vashon Island

Wake up to spectacular views of the Sound and Mt. Rainier from this gorgeous home overlooking Puget Sound. This waterfront property has a beautiful walking beach, forested trails, an outdoor soaking tub, and a spectacular view, as well as every amenity!

Cozy, rural, quiet and comfortable! Bluff House has been featured in magazines, catalogs, on television and in film. It has an unsurpassed southern exposure and an expansive view of Puget Sound and Mt. Rainier. A perfect place for up to 6 to relax in luxury after a day exploring the island, walking trails on the 40 acres, visiting the nearby lighthouse, kayaking (2 provided) biking at the Maury Island Marine Park, Dockton Trails or Island Center forest for relaxing at the private beach. Gorgeous interiors and a quiet location make Bluff House an ideal island getaway not to be missed.

The kitchen is fully appointed. Bedding, linens, propane, firewood, towels, sheets, soaps, coffee, spices, etc. are included. There is also an outdoor patio with a table that seats 12, a propane barbecue, outdoor fireplace and sofa for lounging around it, two hammocks in the yard and two at the beach, a large deck overlooking the water, a duck pond and 2 small water features/fountains, free range rabbits, chickens and ducks, horses in our barn a two minute walk away. Starbuck the miniature horse lives attention so let us know if you would like to meet him.

There are indoor and outdoor soaking tubs, 3 indoor gas fireplaces, a fabulous 6000 feet of beach without any other houses, picnic tables, hammocks, barbecue, curtained sleeping pavilion at the shore (sleeps 2 more people, weather permitting!), fire pits and an outdoor shower, sink and portable toilet at the beach.

The Loft that sleeps up to 2-4 is located right next door and may be rented separately if you wish to have the entire property to yourselves -- check availability of the Loft & Beach to see if it is available during the time you are interested in visiting Bluff House. The adjoining 40 forested acres with trails has a huge barn with resident horses and additional cottages (Wildwood Studio, Forest Cottage, and The Coach House at Wildwood) that sleep up to 15 more guests. We have room for tent campingor RV parking on the far side of the 40 acres for additional guests. The entire parcel can be rented for film and photoshoots, weddings, special events and celebrations. There is a rustic tree house near the chicken coop (earplugs required if you want to sleep there!)

There are 1.200 ft. of private shoreline to explore and enjoy, as well as the bulkhead area that is shared space with the Loft. Kayaks are available to rent.

If you plan to have guests above 6 visit during your stay, there is additional insurance required as well as an event fee that depends on the number of guests. Events with up to 65 guests can be accommodated on the Bluff House property, or the entire 40 acre property (vashonfieldandpond) is available for events for up to 500 guests: weddings, reunions, birthday celebrations, film/photoshoots, etc.

The exteriors and interiors created by the owner/ designer have been featured in The Seattle Times Pacific Magazine, Country Living Magazine, Sunset books, in catalogs (Cutter & Buck most recently) and in film including Anthony Bordain's "No Reservations" (aired Nov. 19, 2017 on the Pacific Northwest show). Celebrities have chosen to be married on the property - it is truly a stunning place! We are very familiar with how to coordinate details of large and small productions and events to assure your time here is a success and exactly as you want it to be.

The house was originally built in the 1930's and the adjoining property, a cattle farm. We have lived on the site for 30 years and have preserved original features of the house, so it has a wonderful "feel" and "patina". It is a very comfortable home in a truly incredible location just a 20 minute ferry ride from Seattle, Tacoma or the Olympic Peninsula. We hope you will visit this unique and beautiful place and enjoy all it has to offer!

Please note that the house is professionally cleaned and readied for your stay. There is an empty closet for guest use. We use the house often and keep our things there, but we are happy to make more closet space for additional guests if needed.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Additional insurance and fees apply for event use.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please be sure to turn off all lights and turn off all heat: the main thermostat - "hold" temperature and reduce number on the screen to 45.
Be sure wall heater in central bathroom is off, and if you used any other wall heaters anywhere please turn them off also.
Thoroughly had wash and dry anything with wood - don't put wood in dishwasher please. Pods for dishwashers are under the water side sink.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Additional insurance and fees apply for event use.
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

Vashon Island

Located in Vashon Island, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Point Robinson Park and Point Robinson Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Palouse Winery and Cinemark Century Point Ruston. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tacoma Dome or Cheney Stadium. Explore all the area has to offer with cycling and hiking.
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Vashon, WA

What's nearby

  • Point Robinson Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Point Robinson Lighthouse - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum - 16 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 41 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Tacoma Dome - 55 min drive - 34.6 km

Getting around

  • Union Station - 50 min drive
  • Angle Lake Station - 71 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wally's Chowder House - ‬72 min drive
  • ‪Quarterdeck - ‬73 min drive
  • ‪Taco Time NW - ‬71 min drive
  • ‪Red Robin - ‬72 min drive
  • ‪Auntie Irene's Coffee Shop - ‬71 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach, Spectacular views, Soaking Tub: Bluff House on Vashon Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach, Spectacular views, Soaking Tub: Bluff House on Vashon Island?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach, Spectacular views, Soaking Tub: Bluff House on Vashon Island?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beach, Spectacular views, Soaking Tub: Bluff House on Vashon Island located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Point Robinson Park and Point Robinson Lighthouse. Crow Beach and Vashon Center for the Arts are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Lisa DeFaccio

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Equestrian, ceramic artist, interior designer, teacher

Why they chose this property

Unique, rural, gorgeous, private, and "away from it all" yet only 40 minutes from Seattle or Tacoma. Unobstructed view of the Puget Sound and Mt. Rainier. Private beach and a the most secluded shoreline on the island.

What makes this property unique

3 indoor gas fireplaces (living, master suite and media room), fabulous private beach, southern exposure, spectacular views from every room, no neighbors (except the guest Loft which can be rented along with the house), horses at the barn, outdoor fireplace, barbecues, hammocks...and MORE!

Languages:

English, French

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