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Romantic Stretch Island Waterfront View Cottage w/ Hot Tub and Easy Beach Access

Beachside holiday home with hot tub

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Outdoor spa tub
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4968 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Grapeview, WA
  • Place, Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
  • Place, Fair Harbor Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Mason Lake
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪98 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

The Beach Room 2

1 Queen Bed

The Vineyard Room 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Romantic Stretch Island Waterfront View Cottage w/ Hot Tub and Easy Beach Access

Stunning mountain and water views await you at the historic Island Belle House LLC, located in Grapeview WA on 1.25 acres of South Puget Sound waterfront refuge of tranquility and beauty. The 968 sq. ft. 2-bedroom 1 bath vacation cottage includes a hot tub and is situated on Stretch Island, on Case Inlet. The property is adjacent to Stretch Point Marine State Park (which our family created in 1967) It's an easy 200 ft. walk to the beach. The nearby Fair Harbor Marina is a boat launching/fueling/store facility. Our bay is a kayaker’s dream. Big front view deck with gas BBQ, secluded hot-tub patio, with ample parking on site. The nearby town of Allyn (5 mi) has espresso shops, restaurants, kayak rentals, an ice cream shop, grocery store and a unique chainsaw art/carving shop.

2 queen bedrooms.

1 bath with walk in shower.

Full kitchen includes: dishwasher, coffee maker and grinder, blender, microwave, toaster, toaster oven. Original home remodeled in '85 with several recent updates.

Outdoor deck (front) w/table/umbrella set, gas BBQ grill, 2 reclining loungers, mountain view plus wonderful star gazing.

Secluded hot-tub in back patio w/bistro lights and sitting area.

Hi-speed WiFi equipped with 43" Smart HD TV, Blu-Ray player for streaming (Netflix etc.) and (local TV broadcast channels only - 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13), and HDMI cable supplied for laptop streaming.

Window vented air conditioners (3) installed in each bedroom and the common area.

Stretch Island is a wonderful area for these activities: Kayaking, beachcombing, swimming, boating, waterskiing, bicycling, walking, jogging, star-gazing and relaxing. An easy 200 ft. walk to the beach and Stretch Point Marine Park on Case Inlet, along with Olympic Mountain views complete the unique charm of the historic Island Belle House.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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

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

About the area

Grapeview

Located in Grapeview, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Fair Harbor Marina and LakeLand Village Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stretch Point State Park and Union River Wildlife Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bremerton Raceway or BMX Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Grapeview, WA

What's nearby

  • Stretch Point State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fair Harbor Marina - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Mason Lake - 22 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Harstine Island State Park - 38 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Horseshoe Lake Golf Course - 44 min drive - 39.4 km

Getting around

  • South Tacoma Station - 64 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Close To Home Espresso - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Spot - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Big Bubba's Burgers - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪2 Margaritas - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Sail on In Espresso Stand - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic Stretch Island Waterfront View Cottage w/ Hot Tub and Easy Beach Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Romantic Stretch Island Waterfront View Cottage w/ Hot Tub and Easy Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic Stretch Island Waterfront View Cottage w/ Hot Tub and Easy Beach Access?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Romantic Stretch Island Waterfront View Cottage w/ Hot Tub and Easy Beach Access located?

Nestled on the beach, this Grapeview holiday home is steps from Stretch Point State Park and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Fair Harbor Marina. Catfish Lake and Allyn Waterfront Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Michael Benson

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The Hillman family purchased and cleared land here in 1919 to begin planting vineyards for grape juice production. They operated The Island Belle Grape Juice company which thrived for 30 years. Now the 5th generation of our family proudly cares for and enjoys this waterfront location.

Why they chose this property

Our home offers a unique combination of local history, recreation, tranquility and beauty. Part of the original family estate was acquired by The State Of Washington in 1969, in order to establish what is now the Stretch Point Marine State Park.

What makes this property unique

Kayaking, beachcombing, swimming, boating, waterskiing, bicycling, walking, jogging, star-gazing and relaxing. Easy beach access and Puget Sound/Olympic Mountain views complete the unique charm of The Island Belle House. The nearby town of Allyn (5 mi) has espresso shops, restaurants, kayak rentals, an ice cream shop, grocery store and a unique chainsaw art/carving shop.

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English, Spanish