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Waterfront home & on-site guest house w/ full kitchens, a large deck, & firepits

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Interior
TV, books, music library, stereo
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9271 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Gig Harbor, WA
  • Kopachuck State Park
    3 min drive
  • St. Anthony Hospital
    11 min drive
  • Sunrise Beach
    18 min drive
  • Tacoma, WA (TIW-Tacoma Narrows)
    17 min drive

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About the area

Gig Harbor

At this holiday home you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Cutts Island State Park and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Kopachuck State Park. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a patio. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a sofa bed and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A dining area, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This beach holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Gig Harbor holiday home include Skansie Brothers Park and Harbor History Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Kopachuck State Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • St. Anthony Hospital - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Tacoma Dome - 24 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 25 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Point Defiance Park - 31 min drive - 26.6 km

Getting around

  • Union Station - 24 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Close To Home Espresso - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪MOD Pizza - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront home & on-site guest house w/ full kitchens, a large deck, & firepits

The Tides Retreat

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Reserve this gorgeous beachfront paradise, consisting of both the main house and an on-site guest home, situated right on the shore of the Carr Inlet. Between the two rentals, you'll have plenty of space for up to nine lucky guests. The single-story main house features a chic, tastefully appointed living room with large windows, record player (with a large selection of vinyl), and a fun, retro jukebox. Prepare meals in the full, updated kitchen, or fire up the gas grill and dine outside on the expansive, furnished deck. The 650-square-foot guest house includes a well-equipped compact kitchen, a desk and chair, cozy furnishings, and its own furnished patio area with an additional grill.

Drop in to the water and take your kayak out for a morning paddle. Kopachuck State Park, just a couple miles away, features two miles of shaded hiking trails, sun-warmed beaches, picnic areas, and outdoor activities that include swimming, paddleboarding, boating, shellfish harvesting, and saltwater fishing. Only five miles from this rental, visit downtown Gig Harbor for shops, restaurants, and even a movie theater. And enjoy a day trip or two to Vashon Island (the Point Defiance Ferry is 14 miles east), Tacoma (16 miles southeast), Port Orchard (19 miles north), or Seattle (35 miles northeast).

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
Full kitchens in both rentals.
The Tides Retreat consists of Little Tides and The Tides, both of which may be rented individually.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Washington

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,920 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
28419

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Waterfront home & on-site guest house w/ full kitchens, a large deck, & firepits?

The closest beach to Waterfront home & on-site guest house w/ full kitchens, a large deck, & firepits is Fox Island Sand Spit (5.1 km).

Does Waterfront home & on-site guest house w/ full kitchens, a large deck, & firepits have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waterfront home & on-site guest house w/ full kitchens, a large deck, & firepits?

No, Waterfront home & on-site guest house w/ full kitchens, a large deck, & firepits does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waterfront home & on-site guest house w/ full kitchens, a large deck, & firepits?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Waterfront home & on-site guest house w/ full kitchens, a large deck, & firepits Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gwen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful house on the water
We are from Seattle and wanted to rent a house to kayak in the south sound area. This house was the ideal location. The house has a beautiful view over the water to Raft Island. We loved watching the tides come and go. The deck off the back is huge and a lovely place to sit and watch the view, read books, barbecue, and just hang out. The inside is so comfortable, with a large living room and large dining table and complete kitchen facilities. The beds are super comfy. We found lots of places within 30-40 minutes to put our kayak in and explore. We loved our whole week here and have signed up again for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely House and Location
Stayed here with my spouse, friends and dogs. It was a large, lovely home with a great yard for the dogs. Being on the water was so nice in the morning and I loved sitting in the chairs staring out into the water enjoying a glass of wine. Convenient to Gig Harbor town. We enjoyed the record player and juke box immensely!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous place on the water!
We had a wonderful family vacation at this house, it had everything we needed. The location is above expected. Would definitely stay here again. Very clean, And a great place for our dogs too !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gig Harbour
Thank you! Beautiful setting! We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little getaway for a family reunion
We really enjoyed staying at the Tides Retreat. There was room for our whole family. It's a beautiful house right on the water. That provided plenty of entertainment for kids and adults alike! I would highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

Liked: Cleanliness
High school Friends gathering
Location is beautiful and relaxing. Of the two bathrooms one is only useable f mobility is an issue. The second bathroom shower has a high step in and a deep step down. If short legged it would be difficult getting out. We especially enjoyed the vinyl albums and turn table. Great selection of music.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Cameron S., Portsmouth, NH

The Tides Family get together
The location of the property and the view were great. The space was also comfortable and worked well for a family get together. Unfortunately it was managed by vacasa and I did NOT have a good experience with them. Poor and impersonal communication leading up to the rental and I had to call them when we arrived because they only provided the code to enter one of the two houses. They seemed to do the bare minimum to keep both houses running between rentals. There were notes on several of the windows saying that they were broken and not to open them - in areas that were hot and stuffy, where opening a window could have helped. We also had to spend a lot of time cleaning off the back deck before we could use it - it was totally covered in pine needles, like it hadn't been blown off in weeks. Outdoor furniture was old and tattered and the gate surrounding the yard and entry to the water was completely rusted and falling apart. Overall, we had a nice time with our family here, but the rental was expensive and should have been in better shape. Based on this experience, I would also rather deal direct with the home owner than a property manager such as vacasa in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle H., Bothell, WA

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great house but cleaning needed work
This is the second time we've stayed in this rental. The house itself, the surrouding property, the water front all amazing and we can't say enough positive comments about these things. The cleaning this time was troublesome. One of the king bedrooms did not have sheets, just a fitted sheet and a duvet with no cover. We were able to put sheets on ouselves. In fact none of the duvets had covers which made us wonder how they were cleaned between stays... There were trash items found on the floor of the ensuite bathroom, that's fine we disposed of them. What was troublesome throughout our stay was finding empty capsules tucked in couch cushions, and in the depressions in the ottoman. We have pets and were pretty lucky one of the dogs did not find these capsules themselves. Not sure what was housed in these pill sized empty capsules because whatever was in them was emptied out and all we found were the leftover dead soldiers. We left a few on the mantle of the fireplace in order to show the cleaners what to be on the lookout for. We also found beads, so many beads, in the carpets and along the cracks in the floor against the walls. Finding those with our feet was not very pleasant. We are cleanly people and generally leave the homes we stay in cleaner than when we received so 3 dish pods were a little disappointing for the size group and how many dishes we went through making our own meals there over 5 days. Again, cannot say enough about the home itself and the surrounding property. ALSO, Donna, the contact for our stay was wonderful when we needed her in locating our garbage cans after track pick up day. She came out and was able to locate them for us within just a few hours of when she was contacted. Overall I would recommend this home, but really hope the cleaning standards are raised.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S., Lehi

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Heaven
Gorgeous landscaping, views of the Sound and fall colors. The privacy and comfort of this property was more than we expected. The plumbing (only one person showering at a time w/multiple bathrooms) was a minor inconvenience but overall the place was perfect for a few days away. We even took one day just to stay at and enjoy the property instead of going out to do things because it was so inviting.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend getaway
Lovely girls weekend getaway. Lovely deck for relaxing. Loved the turntable and LP selection.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Barbara D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
Our family had a fun stay at the Tides. The deck was the center of our activity with the surrounding grounds absolutely lovely. We had total privacy to enjoy the view of the water and enjoyed using the kayak in the calm water. The caretaker Donna was terrific and responded quickly. The only problem we had was with Vacasa when they didn’t send access codes to the doors until 7;56 that evening. They came on the VRBO website at 5:00 pm. Only because Donna called me about something was I able to get the codes before 4:00. Overall we had a great time there.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

katie f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Picture perfect PNW property
Communication between property manager was great - easy check in 😊 once you walk in the door, the floor to ceiling windows opening up to the water view took my breath away- the most beautiful scenery!!! The property is very well landscaped very comfortable to be out on the deck or In the yard with the water and mountains right in front of you! The house was perfect for hosting my family for a reunion- large kitchen, lots of space to spread out!! The jukebox and album collection available was a really nice bonus!! Grill on deck was great- and we enjoyed the fire pit as well! Having the “little tides” guest house was PERFECT for the couple who had a 2 year old- lots of space in there!! Plus a refrigerator and private bathroom made their stay comfortable and private! The master bedroom was spacious with spectacular water view as well!’ This is exactly the spot to show off the beauty of the Pacific Northwest!! Thank you for allowing us to enjoy this home ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Property is awesome, the location is awesome.
Great Easter trip, there was an order in guest house possible due to new paint or carpet. But overall I really love this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view on Carr Inlet
This home was clean and spacious. Quiet neighborhood. The view of the water was calming and we saw many birds including eagles. The beds were very comfortable. Many albums to choose from as well as a juke box. Restaurants and shopping are just 10 minutes away.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S., USA/ Long Beach, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Waterfront Getaway!!
This was a beautiful property!! The house was perfect and the kitchen was fully stocked!! We stayed for 3 nights and never left the property!! The fenced backyard was perfect, so our dog could enjoy a little freedom!! The sunsets and water views were amazing!! Loved the juke box and vinyl collection! We would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Caroline B., Dallas, OR USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, great price, poor response to thermostat issues
Loved the home and property and view. Very disappointed with no return calls when one thermostat stopped working. Also had lots of tealites but none had good batteries. The fireplace also didnot work. Disappointing. Furniture andbedsvery comfortable. Great kitchen. Great music albums and juke box. Service staffneeds to respond to calls.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Katherine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chilly, but lovely stay
Our hosts were lovely. Property was clean and amenities were all functioning. Only challenge is we were there during the coldest part of the year. Temperature in the house was 60 degrees inside and it took a very long time to warm up. I recommend that you bring warm slipper socks as well. There are no window coverings so it was challenging to keep warm in the main room and the floors although lovely were never warm. I think this place would be awesome in the summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
This house was super cute! We booked the house for our friends to stay and it was amazing! The house keeper was late to cleaning so our check in was delayed but the view made up for it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shari F., Loudon

Liked: Cleanliness
Top Notch!
Tides Retreat was terrific place for four long-time friends to reunite for a week-long visit. The house is well equipped, boasts a clean, contemporary decor (even a working jukebox!), has a large deck with great views, located on the water across from Raft Island and near beautiful Gig Harbor and Mount Rainier. The main house and guest house were even better than expected, as the photos do not do it justice. Thanks to our hosts for a delightful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Robert C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great property!
So many unexpected amenities - Bosch dishwasher, washer and dryer easily accessible, Keurig coffee maker, kayak and life vests, grill, comfortable outdoor seating, even a well stocked album collection with a great sound system and a Bose sound bar (download the app) with the 75 inch tv. The view was amazing! We look forward to our next stay at this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

megan d.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location but mismanaged home
This property is in a wonderful location, but it is being devalued by improper management. Had to spent our first hour upon arrival vacuuming as it had not been done. That may have to do with the fact that their expensive Dyson did not work. Thank goodness there was also a Dirt Devil. Next job was to cook dinner only to find that the saucepan was food encrusted. No sponges or dishtowels were provided. Many of the electrical outlets in the main living room would not hold a plug and all 8 ceiling lamps were nonfunctional.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Can’t wait to return!
Absolutely gorgeous grounds, landscaping and location. Huge, spacious big house and we rented the little house as well so as to have the property all to ourselves. We had 5 adults and 4 dogs and we all had an great time! Easy to book, easy to communicate with listing before and during our stay. Well be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Laurie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 days stay with sisters
The home is lovely, but our ability to get help from the org was frustrating. When we got there the house was freezing. We called and they said they'd call back in an hour and then send someone out to help. No call, no help. We text another number who gave some instructions, but they did not produce fixes for the heat or the whole large wall where all outlets did not work. there was only one lamp in the large living room and cold hard ceiling lights. The next day the house was still very cold. We found small electric heaters but will had issues with plugging them in. The house remained cold but a bit less so the 2nd night. We pulled lamps from the bedrooms but could only plug in on one side of the room and there were no tables to help get the lamps close to the seating. We were left only one small kitchen towel. No electric extension cords. When we were leaving we found that the cleaner had left wet laundry in the washing machine, with no note to ask if we could dry it for them - which we gladly would have. Because the lighting was so poor in the large living room we decided to use the gas fire place. We learned it was not set up to use. We then tried the 18 electric/battery run candles left in the fire place and along the mantle to create light and ambiance. No go. All 18 candles were burned out and with no extra batteries left to replace them.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ahhh, that view!
Walking into the spacious home and seeing that gorgeous view, set the tone for our entire stay. My partner was here for fly fishing and I was here to read, relax, enjoy nature, and for a change of scenery. (Honestly, I spent more time staring out the window than reading.) The roomy kitchen was well-stocked with all the cooking wares, utensils, glassware, and spices you could possibly need. The expansive vinyl collection was a great bonus; we listened to music every night. We both loved the home and the beautiful property. I can't even imagine what it looks like when all of the rhododendrons are in bloom. It was our good fortune to have sun every day and we were even able to sit out on the deck in February. Odie, my dog, was so relaxed, he stretched out on the deck, lying on his back with his feet up in the air. Unfortunately, we had to cut out trip a little short, due to the threat of an impending snow and ice storm, but we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, gorgeous location!
Id like to give it lower stars, so no one would over book the house... but that would be lying. It's a great house, well kept, great location. Clean, well appointed, and as promised based on their vrbo ad. Thx again, we will be back again. PS Would love some more current vinyl for the record player. What's there is a bit old for our group😎
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021