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Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm

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Quiet & peaceful
The Charlie Wells Ferry
Sunset Lagoon Lighthouse.
Private covered deck & BBQ
Your backyard picnic area, view of Olympic Mountains, Lagoon & Puget Sound.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Lakebay, WA
  • Mason Lake
    ‪75 min drive‬
  • Joint Base Lewis-McChord
    ‪82 min drive‬
  • Harstine Island State Park
    ‪89 min drive‬
  • Tacoma, WA (TIW-Tacoma Narrows)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm

Sunset Lagoon Retreat, with guest only Seafood Farm, is located on a private island in the Puget Sound of Washington. Enjoy your own private beach, boat dock, oyster filled lagoon, and spectacular views of the Olympic Mountains, all framed in a different sunset every evening. With the lagoon, dock & beach in your backyard there are unlimited outdoor activities to experience without leaving your retreat. Where else can you relax all day on your own private beach or take a leisurely kayak ride around your island, and then grab some fresh live oysters, clams or mussels for dinner, from your own private lagoon and seafood farm? This is truly a seafood lover’s dream. We have spent so much time and effort making Sunset Lagoon a unique place to live our lives, we decided to make it available for others to enjoy as well. Now you too can enjoy what others only dream of in your own separate 1200 sq. ft. of secured downstairs living area, at the Sunset Lagoon Retreat and guest only Sea Food Farm, with your own private entry and covered deck. Our place is good for couples, solo adventurers, and families. Come experience what you have always dreamed about all year round at your own private island getaway. By the way; if you’ve never chucked an oyster or dug for clams we would be happy to show you how, Just Ask!

Property manager

Dale and Carol Miller
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No Children under 2 years old
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
No Dogs on furniture. Leash Law on Island.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anywhere in or on the property.
NO VAPING

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Lakebay

Located in Lakebay, this holiday home is on the beach. Trillium Creek Winery and Fair Harbor Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Penrose Point State Park and Joemma Beach State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Lakebay, WA

What's nearby

  • Penrose Point State Park - 33 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Bay Lake - 35 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Mason Lake - 75 min drive - 49.2 km
  • Joint Base Lewis-McChord - 82 min drive - 72.1 km
  • Harstine Island State Park - 89 min drive - 65.1 km

Getting around

  • South Tacoma Station - 71 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spencer Lake Bar & Grill - ‬73 min drive
  • ‪Trillium Creek Winery - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Brooklyn Deli - ‬72 min drive
  • ‪Lakebay Marina - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Klay's Burger Shack - ‬72 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm located?

Nestled on the beach, this Lakebay holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Trillium Creek Winery, Penrose Point State Park and Bay Lake. Joemma Beach and Joemma Beach State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

nathan b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Dont think twice. Just book it. If youre looking for that *island getaway* this is it. Firepit,bbq, friendly small island community. Youre own private seafood lagoon. Endless amounts of clams/mussels and oysters. Bring the ingredients, gorge on the shellfish.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Mother Daughter weekend
The property is lovely. The hosts are fantastic. This is our second stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stop reading this review just book it. The hosts are genuinely amazing people and the property is everything you dream of and more. I honestly couldn't have had a better time and will definitely return and recommend to everyone who will listen.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of a kind!
Beautiful quiet setting with gracious and helpful hosts. Appreciated the adventure of the private fish farm and with help from the host, we dug clams, mussels, and oysters.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ning L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place, inside and out!
Highly recommend this stay to those who want a private getaway with your partner or family! Dale and Carol are friendly and thoughtful hosts. Their place is beautiful, inside and out! The seafood is amazing! The walk to a nearby beach was nice. We also had a couple deer stop by to feed on some carrots we brought with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dale and Carol are super hosts
We loved our stay here. So quiet, so peaceful, in a beautiful space. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sunset Lagoon getaway
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The setting was beautiful, our hosts, Dale and Carol, were very welcoming and helpful, and the house contained everything we could possibly need. The icing on the cake was being able to harvest clams, mussels, and oysters for our meals. We would highly recommend this place to any of our friends!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful hosts and beautiful spot
Our stay in February was more than advertised. Dale and Carol made everything easy and are super friendly. The property was spacious, clean and comfortable. The view is incredible and the shellfish abundant. We walked the whole island in a couple hours and got a sense for the community. Beautiful spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
The location of Sunset Lagoon is amazing! Tranquil, beautiful, interesting sea life, and a cozy indoors. We can't wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristine A., Burien

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous stay with oysters, clams and mussels
We spent a lovely long weekend here relaxing and enjoying clams, oysters, and mussels we gathered at low tide. A great romantic getaway even in rainy winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Timothy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We enjoyed the privacy of the property and my husband loved the oysters! The view is wonderful and we would love to experience the summer here.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
We loved the home and location. One of our best PNW vacations. We ate lots of seafood, flew kites and took the kayak on the lagoon at high tide. My 3 year old had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

mary l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fun relaxing weekend
The property is beautiful. The owners have thought of everything and provided for you. The owners are very friendly and there to help but unobtrusive. The seafood farm experience was great. There were lots of oysters, clams and mussels. Plus the mountain and Puget Sound views create a very relaxing experience. This was one of our best stays ever. If you like the outdoors you will love it. Just note there are 55 steps to the beach and some are steep and occasionally wet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amye S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best getaway!
This place is so magical and such a unique experience you won’t find elsewhere! My husband and I enjoyed a much needed weekend getaway at this place, where we were able to relax, eat all the oysters, clams, and mussels we could possibly consume, and kayak on the sound. We saw seals and ospreys during our 1.5 hour kayaking journey around the entire island! The space itself was perfect for the two of us, but could definitely accomodate a few more if needed. The views were incredible! We loved being able to look out at the water while eating dinner AND from our bed in the morning! More importantly, Dale and Carol were the best hosts! We don’t often stay at places where the hosts are present, but these two are so sweet, welcoming, and beyond helpful. They were always available when we needed them but also gave us privacy. It was the perfect balance! We will definitely be returning for future getaways. Thanks again, Dale & Carol! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for families
I stayed at the Miller's property for a few days with my four year old. Carole and Dale were ama
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet waterfront get away
This property is clean and cheerful. Nice views with plenty of wild life and water fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dale and Carol were the best host we have ever had in our travels, there property is Ten Star.
Some of the best people I have ever met in my life, we will make this a two to three time a year trip to there property, Clean , well kept place. And the neighbors were awesome as well. This is a lovely place to take your family. We had the best time for our anniversary. Thank you both you are amazing people.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Our family had the best time. I can’t say enough good things about it. Carol and Dale were so sweet and have thought of everything. The place was immaculate and had the best amenities. We definitely plan to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family favorite!
This is our family’s favorite place to stay for a relaxing weekend getaway! This is our third time visiting and we always love it here. The view of the Puget Sound is beautiful, home is clean and very comfortable and we love having access to the kayaks and paddle board. It’s a perfect place to unwind in nature. Thanks to Dale and Carol for another lovely weekend. We look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Khoi D., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd time is still awesome!
I absolutely love this property! So relaxing and yet there are plenty of activities to keep folks busy. Kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing, clamming, beach combing, deer feeding, Orca spotting (yup, we spotted some) and so much more. Not for parties or loud group though. Love the owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bekah W., COLORADO SPRINGS

Every bit as great as it looks!
Amazingly relaxing retreat, exactly as advertised. The view, the amenities, and the added bonus of the unique oyster farm were all spectacular. We hope to return to Sunset Lagoon and maybe bring the kids next time! Thanks to Dale and Carol for being fantastic hosts from start to finish.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

Peaceful time
Dale and Carol are wonderful host. Thanks again for sharing your lovely place with us. The boys had a great time. Our family had a peaceful weekend with so much fun. Can't wait to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would return in a heartbeat
My wife and I had a great time. It was a nice getaway for the two of us. Although we wished we would have had better weather, the property and the amenities were perfect and clean. The owners were amazing and helpful. We'd definitely return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

John N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay at Sunset Lagoon
Loved it so much last summer, we returned this year. Dale and Carol are the best! They have a beautiful set up. Always sad to head for home. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Derya R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sparking, Spacious & Gracious
Carol & Dale deserve every bit of their high praise. Genuinely kind and thoughtful people who while respectful of your privacy make their availability and helpfulness clear. We got an oyster shucking lesson from Dale. Their generosity is as abundant as the clams and oysters they tend and offer you freely. Everything you need to know for your stay is in their very organized notebook. The place was much larger than we thought from the images and very clean, comfortable and tasteful. Beautiful setting and huge windows to enjoy it all. Lovely visit. Thank you both so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Dale and Carol Miller

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We are originally from California and would vacation on this wonderful island. We decided to move to this peaceful place and now have the opportunity to share our home with others. Dale grew up in the mountain areas of California and I grew up by the San Francisco bay, so Herron Island gave us the best of both. The views are spectacular and we are enjoying this beautiful state.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this property because of it's private beach on the Puget Sound, it's lagoon filled with live oysters, clams & mussels, the most beautiful sunsets ever, it's spectacular views of the Olympic mountains and the unique friendly wild life.

What makes this property unique

This island is unique because it is a private island. All residential. We have our own private ferry which takes us back and forth to the mainland. It is peaceful, tranquil and a lot of activities to do on the island. We have available to guests, kayaks, paddle board, paddle boat, and row boat. The deer are unique here on the island they will eat out of your hands.

Languages:

English

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