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Lovely Water View at The Chowder House on Filucy Bay

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Relax in the sunroom overlooking Filucy Bay
Welcome to the Chowder House!
Grab a book and a blanket and soak in the sea breeze on a sunny day.
Living room with gas fireplace, TV and view of the bay.
Living room with gas fireplace, TV and view of the bay.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 61820 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

North Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

South Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Study

1 Double Futon

Sunroom

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Half-Bath

Towels provided · Toilet

North Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

South Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Lovely Water View at The Chowder House on Filucy Bay

Enjoy a beautiful marina view from the sun room, deck, living room or bedrooms. Built in 1920 but with roots dating back to 1890, The Chowder House was a hotel and restaurant before becoming a private residence in the early 2000's. With charming accents of coved ceilings and original hardwood floors, it also has huge picture windows overlooking beautiful Filucy Bay from the sunroom, dining room, living room, and both bedrooms. The main floor has a large, fully equipped kitchen with new cooktop, a dining room that seats 6, and a sun room with a sleeper-sofa and a large desk--perfect for working from home. The living room has a Smart TV where you can log into your Netflix/Hulu/Amazon or Youtube accounts, as well as a DVD player and a gas fireplace. Upstairs are both remodeled bedrooms with Queen size beds, and en-suite bathrooms-- each with a large walk-in shower, plus a study area with a full-size futon and desk overlooking Filucy Bay. The south bedroom has it's own small deck overlooking the bay, and both bedrooms have window seats for cozy reading while watching the herons or enjoying the sunset. The house has WIFI and air conditioning. We have a 3 person hot tub outside on the deck, as well as kayaks for use on the bay. Please note there are 18 stairs to the 2nd floor that are a bit steep, and several level changes on the main floor, so accessibility is limited. There is a small stool for easier access to each pillow-top bed.

Whether you need a tranquil getaway, a quiet place to work, or a home base to explore the many state and regional parks and beaches in the area, we know your stay at The Chowder House will be memorable. Reserve your escape today!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or events

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
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 deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Lakebay

Located in Lakebay, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Fort Lewis Museum and Tacoma Narrows Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Joemma Beach State Park and Penrose Point State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Area, or check out an event or a game at Regional Athletic Complex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Longbranch, WA

What's nearby

  • Bay Lake - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Trillium Creek Winery - 7 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Penrose Point State Park - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Joemma Beach State Park - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Joemma Beach - 11 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Union Station - 44 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Riviera Lakeshore Restaurant - ‬98 min drive
  • ‪2 Margaritas - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Anderson Island Cafe - ‬95 min drive
  • ‪Anderson Island Gourmet Coffee - ‬98 min drive
  • ‪Store Cafe Gas - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Water View at The Chowder House on Filucy Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lovely Water View at The Chowder House on Filucy Bay?

As of 15 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lovely Water View at The Chowder House on Filucy Bay on 27 May, 2026 start from S$228, 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 Lovely Water View at The Chowder House on Filucy Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lovely Water View at The Chowder House on Filucy Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Water View at The Chowder House on Filucy Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Water View at The Chowder House on Filucy Bay located?

This family-friendly Lakebay holiday home is located on the waterfront, 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Joemma Beach State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Joemma Beach and Bay Lake. Penrose Point State Park and Trillium Creek Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 37 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with gorgeous views. Hosts were very responsive and the house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay! Super accommodating and responsive host. Incredibly well-appointed. The pics don’t do the views justice. I’ve stated in lots of VRBOs and this was one of the most satisfying rentals I’ve had. This place would be great for couples or families.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric V.

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

Relaxing and quiet

A very relaxing stay, super quiet and a great view
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully supplied with the little things. That was very helpful. Maybe repair the screens so windows can be opened and maintain the yard a bit more so its more enjoyable to use. The house itself wonderfully clean and comfortable beds.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy V.

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

Great weekend getaway with friends

We had a lovely friend getaway to celebrate a birthday. The Chowder House was the perfect location. The hosts communicated well. Checking in and out was a breeze. The house and grounds are grand and comfortable. We particularly enjoyed lounging in the sunroom. Definitely recommend this rental.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry I.

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

Spring fun

Came into town to celebrate a birthday. A nice bottle of the local wine was awaiting us, the hot tub was on and very pleasant and the BBQ was cle
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Great stay!

The owners were so helpful and accommodating! They helped make our bridesmaids feel right at home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nissa L.

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

Perfect

Super cute place perfect for our needs. Everything was great, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia W.

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

Relaxing getaway

Such an incredible view! So relaxing to look out over the water & marina with a view from every room! Hot tub ready & waiting upon our arrival & early check-in was graciously accomodated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jamie d.

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

Great house

Fantastic house with an amazing view of the water and marina. Ample space with all of the amenities you would want or need. Hot Tub and Fireplace were perfect for the fall weather.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alaina M.

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

Loved our stay

The owners of Chowder house worked hard to welcome us! I peppered them with questions and they didn't seem to mind! Thank you Chowder House!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ilyse C.

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

Beautiful water views

I absolutely loved this house. The views from the sun room and upstairs rooms are amazing. The kayaks were amazing with views of mount Rainer. Loved the hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

art w.

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

Overlooking marina.

Great kitchen. Wonderful time. Seals and kayaks were awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tianna H.

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

Great spot!

We had a great time! The house was filled with things we didn’t even know we would need. Everything was easy and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney H.

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

Relaxing

Comfortable, clean, and quality
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janis K.

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

Clean & Close

Convenient location to the wedding venue, The Longbranch Improvement Club.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Great place and area

This house suited our needs perfectly. The listing description was accurate. Plenty of linens & kitchen utensils. History of this house & area is very interesting. Took a kayak (along with our paddle board) out 3 of the 5 days. Enjoyed minus tides at Penrose Pt & Kopachuck St Pks.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

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

Awesome place to stay. Highly recommend

Great vacation n remote work place we where there for a week. I had to work part of it n WiFi workspace ease excellent. Plus great view.home was perfect. Had everything we needed. Kayaks jacuzzi. Host were great. Highly recommend. Bed was comfortable good mattress. Very clean. Plenty of room for family or just the 2 of you
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Washington week to relax

We came up from Texas to enjoy the cooler weather of Washington and it did not disappoint. The home has a lot of character and history and we enjoyed it. The only thing we noticed was lack of yard upkeep around the place but it sure did not effect our enjoyment of the property. Very peaceful at this location and about 1 hour to get to Seattle.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kjirsten S.

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

Perfect girls + kids trip!

I stayed here with my mom, sister and my sister's two kids. It was a perfect little get away for us. The house was very cute, there we some games and kids toys. It's always nice to have some different toys for the kids to play with. I loved that the light switches and cupboards were all labeled. You didn't have to hunt around to find anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

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

Wonderful Get Away

What a beautiful place with lots of history. The Chowder House was the perfect place to get away. Lots of character, beautiful wood floors. The kitchen is well stocked. They also have a nice selection of games, books, and toddler toys. The view is beautiful. Not much of a beach by the house but it is only a short drive to Joemma or the State park. Be sure to bring everything you need as there are no close stores. Overall, a great place and Stephanie does a GREAT job communciating!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron P.

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

Lovely property with great view.

Property was as advertised. Well equipped kitchen and bathrooms. Stephanie quickly responded to my few messages. Our only problem was the tall beds. My wife is quite short and could not manage to sleep in them even with the provided stool. She was able to sleep on the futon.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne D.

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

Amazing House!

Our stay at the Chowder House was wonderful! The home is gorgeous with stunning views of Filucy Bay. It was immaculate and well stocked with towels, extra bedding, and kitchen supplies. There was a lovely bottle of wine waiting for us at check-in, which was a much appreciated amenity. We used one of the kayaks (double person) and life jackets to explore Filucy Bay. It was so nice to have use of them. Since the temps were in the 90's we really appreciated the AC! We highly recommend staying here and hope to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

ashley c.

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

Great find

The photos were accurate and place was as advertised. Beautiful view from the sunroom. We greatly enjoyed our stay and will be back. The hosts clearly put a lot of time and effort into making this a comfortable and welcoming home. The kitchen was huge and had everything we needed. Beds were comfortable but very high up. There was a stool provided but at 5'1" I still tripped getting out of bed. Overall I would not hesitate to recommend this rental for a relaxing trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

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

Great property, great hosts

This is one of the best vacation rental experiences that I’ve had. The hosts were extremely responsive and communicative (didn’t have guests before or after us so let us check in a little early and out a little late) The house is obviously old but extremely well kept. The place was immaculately clean. High quality everything: furniture, linens, towels. One of the most well-stocked kitchens I’ve seen in a rental. Everything was labeled and there were detailed instructions for everything. Highly recommend! Great relaxing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie and Wayland

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We are a family of 4 Seattle Natives who love to call the Pacific Northwest our home, while also loving to travel and see the world. We have many more places to travel on our bucket lists and have found that vacation rentals make our stays more comfortable. With a daughter and a son, vacations were better for everyone when we could each have a bit of space at the end of a busy tourist-y day. We've stayed in vacation rentals all over the US, and also Canada, Ireland, Iceland, England, Italy, Greece and Scotland. We love good food and wine, hiking, swimming and boating, plus reading, museums, history and photography.

Why they chose this property

In 2020 we decided to find a vacation spot closer to home and began looking on the Key Peninsula. We spent quite a few family vacations over the years at nearby Camp Seymour and love the pristine beaches, quiet picturesque communities and getting away from it all. We saw the Chowder House on-line and fell in love with it's history, views and charm. We have already made great memories here and want to share this spot with others.

What makes this property unique

The Chowder House is across the street from the Longbranch Marina, which offers public boat moorage for a nightly fee on a first-come, first served basis. For more information contact the Longbranch Improvement Club, Dockmaster Katie, at (253) 202-2056, or dockmaster@licweb.org The marina is almost never fully booked. Our home is also minutes away from many local beaches, hiking and state and county parks.

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