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Forest Beach Cottage with deck near Horsehead Bay

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Exterior
Fall colors
Terrace/patio
Olympic Mountains from Kitchen & Bedroom #2
Sunset in the summer

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Gig Harbor, WA
  • Place, Kopachuck State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Fox Island Sand Spit
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Cutts Island State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Forest Beach Cottage with deck near Horsehead Bay

Previous wood shop turned into a beautifully remodeled coastal cottage in 2013. Puget Sound and Olympic Mountain view’s out your kitchen windows. Sit on the front porch and BBQ. Sharpen your pickleball and basketball skills on the sport court. Walk/run the Forest Beach or Morelands loops. Horsehead Bay boat launch is 3/4 mi around the bay. Take your SUP or Kayak for a day trip to Dead man’s Island (Cutt’s Island) 3mi boat from the bay.
Too rainy for outside exercise, Peloton is available for you (bring your own shoes and peloton app subscription). Playground available for the kiddos.

Kopachuck State Park is a 4.5 mi drive away with beach access to the public. Historic Downtown Gig Harbor is a 15 minute drive. Lovely and walkable downtown with many shops and restaurants/tap rooms. Visit Tides Tavern, Seven Seas brewery, Heritage Distillery, Morso, Millville or Suzanne’s bakery downtown.

Property description:

Bedroom 1-
1 queen bed, 1 twin/twin bunk bed with a trundle. Trundle would be perfect for a small child. Ample closet space available.

Bedroom 2-
Water/Mountain view, double bed, workspace made of reclaimed wood, beautiful wood built-ins with ample storage space. Pack-n-Play, and child’s eating seat available (attaches to table).

Living space- hardwoods throughout, large cozy sofa, TV with Roku entertainment system, bookshelf packed with books, puzzles, baby toys on the bottom.

Kitchen:
Beautiful views as you make your coffee/tea in the am. Microwave, Large toaster oven, Double hotplate, stocked with all needed kitchen items including a crockpot.

Dining space-
Handmade reclaimed wood table.

Outside-
Private deck leads to separate entrance. Grill and chairs are available for you.
Sport court and playground are shared with our family. There is a storage bin with outdoor sports equipment available to use. Please close the lid when you are done so rain does not get in. The cottage has a private entrance. It is located on top of our garage. Free parking is available for 1 car on the grass right before the basketball court to the left side of the driveway.

Perfect for traveling nurses, families visiting the area, vacation in the Pacific Northwest.

20 min to St. Anthony’s Hospital, 30 min to Tacoma General/Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital, and 26 min to St. Joseph’s Hospital.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2560807vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Gig Harbor

Located in Gig Harbor, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Discovery Village and Narrows Plaza Bowl are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Harbor History Museum and Tacoma Musical Playhouse. Consider Court House Square for a night out or Titlow Park if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Gig Harbor, WA

What's nearby

  • Kopachuck State Park - 13 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Fox Island Sand Spit - 17 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Cutts Island State Park - 19 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Harbor History Museum - 22 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Tacoma Narrows Bridge - 23 min drive - 21.4 km

Getting around

  • South Tacoma Station - 29 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island View Market - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Fred Meyer Fuel Center - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Table 47 - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Forest Beach Cottage with deck near Horsehead Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Forest Beach Cottage with deck near Horsehead Bay?

As of 14 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forest Beach Cottage with deck near Horsehead Bay on 3 Aug, 2026 start from S$214, 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 Forest Beach Cottage with deck near Horsehead Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Forest Beach Cottage with deck near Horsehead Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Forest Beach Cottage with deck near Horsehead Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Forest Beach Cottage with deck near Horsehead Bay located?

This family-friendly Gig Harbor cottage is located on the waterfront, 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Kopachuck State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Fox Island Sand Spit and Cutts Island State Park. Harbor History Museum and Grandview Forest Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Nelli N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and conveniently located!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanne B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was pleasantly surprised by this place. It served our needs perfectly and is in a good location. If you are planning on staying here you won’t be disappointed. We will stay agin in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

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

Was snowing and beautiful

Every question answered quickly and just wonderful hosts!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan, 2022
Thank you for the review Cheryl. Hope everyone made it home safely. We will have a washer/dryer next time you come back! Take care, Jaime
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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

Great!

I had a wonderful time
Stayed 73 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct, 2024
Thanks Kathy, hope the move in goes well!
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The main living area and bedrooms were good size. Kitchen lacked some functinal cookware for appliances available.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

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

Great place to stay!

Stayed here for a full week. Clean and beautifully decorated. Had almost everything we needed. Quiet neighborhood and deer every morning to greet us. It was only 12 minutes from my Grandmas house on Wollochett Bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kenadi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wish it had a real oven. Everything else was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very clean, peaceful and beautiful. It was kind of a bummer to have to drive 10-30 minutes to do anything but it’s ok.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Your home is just perfect.It was immaculate and so comfy. It has two generous bedrooms and a nice roomy bathroom. The kitchenette is just what you need on a vacation and thank Heaven for the washer and dryer that save on packing. Of course you would be remiss if you did not drool over the view of Horsehead Bay and the snow capped mountains in the distance. We are looking forward to staying in your cottage again during our next visit to our daughter.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Overall a nice cottage.

Overall we had a nice stay. Things that could be improved include; hot plate should be replaced (old, rusty and didn't work very well), beds should be accessible from both sides, overall cleanliness needed help (cat hair, floors and dust under furniture all could be cleaner) and parking under fir trees left lost of debris on the car.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

ROY K.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Adequate

It was a nice enough property. Owners are a busy family but, responsive to any issues. Some older kitchen supplies, a couple of clean but stained towels, couch well used.We bought a vacuum as we were a long stay.It suited our needs, had a pretty view, and we would stay there again. We bought a vacuum because we long stay.
Stayed 57 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cece G.

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

Perfect Charmer

Our grandparents live on the same penninsula so finding a place on the same street within walking distance didn’t seem possible until we found Jaime’s home. It allowed all of our family to be so close and helped to accommodate our infants. Jaime was even kind enough to give us some kids fever reducer for our one year old who was sick during our trip. Loved the pickle ball court and played with her son a few times. Absolutely plan on staying here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Delena D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Girls trip Gig Harbor

Everything was neat but there was a layer of dirt all over the surfaces that was easy enough to clean but just inconvenient. There were several people staying behind us so parking was an issue as we parked in areas very close. I understood it to say beach access but in reality it is an extremely far walk and then down treacherous steps to the beach so several of us couldn’t get to it for obvious health reasons and age . It was certainly pleasant enough and roomy enough for the 3 older ladies ( sisters and Mother) that stayed but it had no stove so cooking was minimum , that was a big disappointment as we like to cook for ourselves and not have to eat out a lot.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

David Z.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Very expensive, not attended to

Unfortunately the place was not clean. The floors had not been swept and the rugs weren't vacuumed. The front door was unlocked when I got there and some relative had left a laptop and papers on the sofa. The bed was made, but rumpled in the middle like someone had been lying there. The kitchen had no condiments except a cruet of oil. There was an opened bottle of soured milk in the refrigerator. The metal and plastic scrub pads were sitting in filth and rust. They reeked of mildew. There was a very old, rusty hot plate, an old toaster oven and a microwave. The unit is located over the owner's garage with a roll-up door that sounds like a medieval draw bridge, which is okay except between 5-6 am - when people kept leaving. The hosts need to understand that the shared rental process doesn't just take care of itself. There needs to be quality control and some attention to detail. It is in a very nice neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen A.

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

Gorgeous Gig Harbor

What a hidden gem. Comfy, well equipped, private, sweet view of the Puget Sound. Host was communicative and responsive. We will most definitely be back. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

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

Beautiful location

We truly enjoyed our time at the Cottage. The owners were incredibly kind and helpful, the property is beautiful, and we loved exploring the neighborhood. We are grateful did our time and experiences there!
Stayed 39 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jaime Payne

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Why they chose this property

Beautiful Forest beach/Horsehead Bay neighborhood. Extremely walkable. Enjoy the Olympic Mountain View’s in between tall Fir/Cedar trees.

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English

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