Best View And Location In Tacoma Old Town

Waterview Retreat with Stunning Views of Browns Point & Vashon Island

Description:
Wake up to breathtaking water views and unwind on a spacious deck that overlooks the beauty of Browns Point and the peaceful charm of Vashon Island. This cozy and stylish home offers a true Northwest escape, perfect for a relaxing weekend or an extended stay.

Sip your morning coffee as you watch boats drift by and eagles soar above. The deck is your front-row seat to mesmerizing sunsets and serene Puget Sound vibes. Inside, the home is bright, clean, and thoughtfully furnished with comfort in mind—ideal for couples, solo travelers, or small families.

What you’ll love:

Stunning views of the water, Browns Point, and Vashon Island

A private deck perfect for dining, relaxing, or just soaking up the scenery

New luxury outdoor furniture with a firepit. Comfortable, well equipped living spaces

Quiet, peaceful neighborhood. Just a 7 minute walk down to the waterfront and onto Ruston Way.

Close to local restaurants, shops, and attractions

Whether you're here for a romantic getaway, a peaceful work-from-home retreat, or a little time to reconnect with nature, this waterfront gem will make you feel right at home.

Commencement View Cottage built in 1910 is a completely renovated house with commanding views of Commencement Bay in Tacoma.
This house was renovated with the traveler in mind.

The cottage features 2 bedrooms. Each bedroom has a queen bed with a high quality mattress. There is one renovated bathroom with all of the amenities like a make up mirror, shampoo, conditioner, toiletries, scale, curling iron. *****This house is over 100 years old. Please be aware that the bathroom entry is through the master bedroom*****

Enjoy the amazing views from all 3 decks. Views are to be had from the eat-in kitchen. The large from deck has a table and chairs, sofa and two comfortable chairs and a rocking chair as well. Cushions for the outdoor furniture are kept indoors from Oct-April.

Enjoy a BBQ with our ceramic egg and enjoy the plants and statuary in the garden. The front porch offers views of Mount Rainier when visible. The back deck faces the water, is very private and offers one of the best views in Tacoma, from the Cascade Mountains to the Olympics, Vashon and Maury Island, and the Browns Point Lighthouse. You will be amazed at the unobstructed view from the back deck. Enjoy lounging in our new luxury deck furniture and enjoy the propane fire pit when it is a little chilly. Entertain yourself with the Port of Tacoma as you watch the boats and cargo ships that use the sound every day. The scenery is constantly changing and even when raining you will have wonderful views. Look for eagles and hawks. In the summer enjoy the sailboats and watch or enjoy a para sail.

Commencement Cottage is located just a 7 minute walk down to the Commencement Bay Waterfront. From there you can walk, bike, or rollerblade for miles on Ruston Way and go out to eat in the many fabulous restaurants on the waterfront. Just a short 5 mile drive on Ruston Way and you have Point Defiance Park a 702 acre park that is home to the Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, Fort Nisqually, Vashon Island Ferry, 5 mile drive, hiking trails, tennis, boating, fishing, and beautiful forests to explore. The cottage is quick 5 minute drive to the cute Proctor and 6th Avenue districts, and a 5 minute drive to downtown. We are a 5 minute drive to UPS.

Old town established in 1869 is a short 7 minute walk from the cottage and features restaurants as well. I have a house manual with local activities to enjoy and menus for the Restaurants in Old Town and on Ruston Way waterfront. Commencement View Cottage is located on the very quiet street of North 31st and is set back off of the street so enjoy the peacefulness of this location.

The house is set up with everything needed for you and your guests. Feel free to use my tableware (china, napkins, tablecloths, glassware) for your entertaining. There is plenty of parking. We are one block from the bus line.

Only 3% of rentals are pet friendly. Commencement View cottage is pet friendly with a $100 fee. If you would like to bring a pet please ask me first. More than 1 pet for a total of 2 is $100.

Enjoy all of the amenities of our house including: BBQ, dishwasher, washer/dryer, toiletries board games, WII, Digital t.v. (40 channels), movies, and DVD;s, Netflix. A large chess/checker set, stereo, iron, bath scale, crib, highchair, picnic supplies, linens, and dishes for entertaining, pans, spices and oils so you can feel comfortable cooking in our new kitchen with gas appliances.

It may be dreary outside, but it is always beautiful here.

A couple of things to mention:

Please be aware that this house is located in the Pacific Northwest which means we get a lot of rain We do not put out the outdoor cushions in the winter because they mold and the deck is not covered. Cushions will be on the outdoor furniture from May-September. If you book off season you will not have the fancy furniture but you will pay a much lower rate.

You must be 25 to rent my house. I do not allow weddings or parties of any kind. This located a quiet upscale neighborhood. The next door neighbors house is 5 feet from the cottage. No smoking.
**********PETS MUST HAVE PRIOR APPROVAL FROM ME********.

******* DO NOT INSTANT BOOK IF YOU HAVE A PET. A non refundable pet fee of $100 per pet with a max of 2 pets*******