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Island home with kayaks, seasonal pool, private hot tub and beautiful beach!

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Peaceful vacation home surrounded by trees.
Private hot tub, gaze at the trees above.
Seasonal outdoor pool
Miles of trails to explore
The living room is so comfortable, reclining new leather couch.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Shelton, WA
  • Jarrell Cove State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Harstine Island State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Mason Lake
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Tacoma, WA (TIW-Tacoma Narrows)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Island home with kayaks, seasonal pool, private hot tub and beautiful beach!

BARBARY BY THE BEACH
Beautiful vacation home in Harstene Pointe! Perfect vacation spot for the family or a romantic getaway. Walk the trails and beach then soak in your private hot tub! Surrounded by trees with lots of sun and space to play in the front. A two minute walk and you are at the beach steps. In the summer walk up to the seasonal outdoor heated pool, hot tub and club house. Play tennis, pickle ball or basketball! Sip coffee on your spacious deck and you often have a deer walk right past you. Updated living spaces, new Casper mattress in the master. Large living room with flat screen TV and tons of new movies, books and games. Our house also has WI-Fi, Neflix, Pandora etc on the two smart Tv's. One queen bed bedroom and bathroom on the main level. Two bedrooms upstairs one queen bed room and one bunkbed room full/twin with a trundle twin!
Lounge in the hammock under the sun, BBQ on the deck, walk down to the beach for a beach fire, it's all right there for you. Over two miles of walkable community beach, fire pits and covered gazebos with picnic tables and areas to clean your catch of the day! Don't forget the private hot tub to soak in after a long day of biking, tennis, hiking the trails or beach combing. Take the kayaks out and you often see seal and even whales off the Harstine beach! Private setting and great community amenities including a shared clubhouse, seasonal pool and spa, fitness center, trails, marina and picnic areas!
Our house has a relaxing hot tub on the front deck.
All available for our guests Kayaks, Stand up Paddle-board, kids bikes(several sizes), tennis rackets and balls and much more.
This is a peaceful community surrounded by nature and wildlife. People come to the pointe to get away from it all. We are good neighbors. Our noise rules after 9:30pm are strictly enforced. Thanks for understanding.
Read out reviews!
"We've stayed here twice now, once during the summer and once during the winter, both times fabulous!! It's gorgeously remodeled and modern with some charming rustic touches. We immediately felt at home. We had great family bonding times walking on the beach, paddle boarding and kayaking (in the summer), collecting sand dollars and roasting marshmallow in the fire pit by the beach, playing board games and just cuddling up with a book, good movie, or relaxing in the hot tub! Oh-and the kids loved seeing the deer! We even saw a mommy and two babies which was thrilling for my twins to see! We can't wait to go again! Thanks for making our get a away so wonderful!"

Harstine Island (also known simply as Harstine or Harstene) The island is located west of Case Inlet in southern Puget Sound.
Pickering Passage, to the northwest, separates the island from mainland, while Case Inlet, to the east, separates it from Key Peninsula. The island is home to Jarrell Cove State Park and Harstine Island State Park.


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Property manager

Jenny and Eric Freeman
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are welcome, well for families.
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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
No smoking either inside or outside.
No outdoor noise or hot tub use after 9:30pm

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
Note from host: No
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 first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Shelton

Located in Shelton, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Fair Harbor Marina and Trillium Creek Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Jarrell Cove State Park and Harstine Island State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Shelton, WA

What's nearby

  • Jarrell Cove State Park - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Harstine Island State Park - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Mason Lake - 29 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Twanoh State Park - 49 min drive - 33.6 km
  • Joint Base Lewis-McChord - 74 min drive - 86.8 km

Getting around

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Close To Home Espresso - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪Spencer Lake Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sail On In - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪El Sombrero Key Center - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪Farmer Tom Oyster Company - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Island home with kayaks, seasonal pool, private hot tub and beautiful beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Island home with kayaks, seasonal pool, private hot tub and beautiful beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Island home with kayaks, seasonal pool, private hot tub and beautiful beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island home with kayaks, seasonal pool, private hot tub and beautiful beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Island home with kayaks, seasonal pool, private hot tub and beautiful beach! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Jarrell Cove State Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Harstine Island State Park and McMicken Island State Park. Graham Point and Fudge Point are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 114 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 114 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bob V.

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

Loved it - a great place!

Stayed for a memorial service - lovely spot, well maintained and nicely decorated and furnished. Everything is there for a great stay. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob G.

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

Fantastic

Great house in a fantastic setting, loved the kayaks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary A.

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

Family Trip

Great stay! The home feels very private even though it's in a larger community. Clean, well stocked, and close to the beach. Perfect place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Theresa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in

Enjoyable

Nice relaxation which was much needed for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara C.

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

Lovely stay

Well stocked from shampoo and conditioner in the bathroom, to cooking oil and spices in the kitchen. Lots of little touches to make our stay nicer. Beautiful location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fam S.

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

Perfect place for our weekend ceiebration

We have a family cabin on Harstine but it’s just a little too small for all of our family. Your place was a perfect addition! Clean, well stocked, with a huge deck, BBQ grill and kayaks and bikes to use. The house stayed blissfully cool on a warm weekend too. We'll definitely rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

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

Great trip

Great spot for our family trip to escape the central Washington heat for a week. Our kids loved the pool and I loved the trails and beaches. Very quiet and well kept community. Would love to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin G.

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

Amazing location and home

We had a great time on a last minute getaway! Plenty to do for two little kids and very relaxing for the adults. The house was clean and comfy as well! Definitely want to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

KAREN K E.

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

Lovely weekend stay

We had a very nice time at this home in a gated community on Harstein Island. We were able to hike, bike, kayak, dig for clams, make smores on the fire pit on the beach, and swim in the ocean water. Very age appropriate for elementary children.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Trevor P.

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

A little slice of heaven

Beautiful well equipped property in a quiet location but still accessible to Seattle by local ferries. Sitting in the hot tub when deer wander aimlessly by. We'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doreen G.

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

Perfect family vacation

We had an amazing time on Harstine Island and staying at this property. They have all the amenities anyone could need. We all enjoyed the hot tub, kayaks, movies, and seeing the deer wherever we went. My son wants this to be our summer vacation spot from here on out! Thank you homeowners for opening up your home to us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gale N., Seattle, USA

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

Enjoyed June 2021

House and hot tub were very clean. Close to beach. Lots of walking trails. Comfortable furniture and bed. Only item we could not locate was a cutting board. Very nice relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine H.

Enjoyed our stay!

This is our 2nd year at the house and we truly enjoyed our long weekend at Harstine Island. Bbq's at the beach (bring the propane for the gas bbq!), tennis, fishing at the marina (bring your fishing gear), walks searching for dear, bike riding, multiple trips to the pool daily, soaking in the hot tub - our 4 & 6 year old boys had a great time. We look forward to coming back next year and maybe getting around to trying the kayaks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016

8/10 Good

Cheryl F.

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

Quiet and relaxing weekend getaway

Enjoyed the peacefulness of the surroundings. Community was friendly and respectful. Enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub, catching up on some favorite shows on the comfy couch and loved hanging out on the beach. On our 2nd night we were treated to a pod of orcas looking for dinner. This was our first trip to Harstine Island, hoping it won’t be our last.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri M.

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

Great quarantine get away

My husband and I wanted a little get away to celebrate our birthdays. We had a lovely time hiking around the island, enjoying the hot tub, and just hanging at the comfy house. We were lucky enough to have sunny weather and enjoyed mountain views on our hikes! The house and property were wonderful and just what we were looking for in a covid safe weekend away! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darsa M.

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

Fun getaway!

This was our 3rd visit to this property. It is warm and homey feeling and is in a perfect location. The large living room has plenty of space for everyone to stretch out and be comfortable. It's so peaceful there we didn't turn on the TV once during our 3 day stay. We spent a lot of time down at the beach, and walking the trails. We did get there 15 minutes early so tried to enter with our code but it wouldn't work. Check-in is 4pm sharp unless you make other arrangements. There were a few minor things that we addressed with the owner on our way out so that she was aware of them. It is a lovely place to getaway and we do plan to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Great birthday weekend

We stayed here for my sons 18th birthday. Everyone had a blast even though the rain was fierce that weekend. Our kids ranged 4months-18 and also had a few teens with us and there was something for everyone. The hot tub was a hit even in the rain. The house is so thoughtfully put together with everything you could need. My 4 year old constantly wants to go back to "the cabin" the owners were very responsive. We lived this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2015

10/10 Excellent

Tam V., Camas, WA

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

A beautiful, quiet getaway!

House was as described, located conveniently for walking around the point to enjoy the beaches and park, plenty of space for our family of 6 to spread out during the evenings, kitchen/dining room were perfect for cooking and enjoying meals together, and rooms and sleeping arrangements were great. We didn't use the hot tub but a great perk for the cooler months! The deer visited our yard often and the kids enjoyed that very much. Massage chair was a hit with Grandma! Plenty of games and entertainment for the entire family. Our host was also very responsive when we needed to contact her about a minor hot water issue and the issue was resolved. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn K.

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

What a hidden gem!

The Harstene Point community is a fabulous little getaway in a gorgeous location. Great beaches, great walking and running, and not nearly as busy as places like SunRiver. A quiet, relaxing vacation. The house was small but sweet and perfectly functional. I think the only thing we could have wished for would be some window fans to help cool us down at night in the 90 degree heat. The house stays cool during the day but it was a bit hard to sleep without some air stirring in the Master.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nany M.

Property was clean, welcoming and full of amenities.

We loved our stay. The house had many amenities and was very clean and comfortable. Our only complaint is that there weren’t any paper towels and an oyster knife would have been handy. We weren’t able to access the bikes below the deck either. The clubhouse was also great and my kids were able to use the pool, hot tub, and basketball court. The home was cozy and we enjoyed the DVD’s, making s’mores, and playing board games. The beds were really comfortable and the living room was spacious. We would come back in a heart beat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

Wonderful Time

We had a wonderful and relaxing stay at this property. The pictures just don’t do it justice. The house is very cute, comfortable and nicely appointed with everything we needed during our stay. We had fun walking the roads and nature trails in this community. Heard barking seals playing in case inlet, lots of hummingbirds and deer. The hot tub was clean and wonderful to relax in. We have been thinking to buy property in this community and it was great to experience it first hand. Would love to own here and/or visit again when warmer to take advantage of the kayaks and beach more. Olympic Bakery was a fun outing, the sandwiches, baked goods and ice cream are amazing. Was just what we needed to relax and celebrate our 20th anniversary and spring break.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheri S.

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

Bright and clean home in the woods

We were thrilled to have found this little gem. Jenny had great communication before we arrived and even let us know we could check in earlier. The house was spotless upon arrival and a basket of wine and s’mores fixings along with fresh flowers awaited us. We loved how bright and updated everything was. It didn’t have the musky, damp smell and feel that a lot of these rentals in the woods tend to have. The hot tub worked perfectly and our entire family loved it. There were also ample games, a decently stocked kitchen, dvds and automatic reclining sofas which we all also loved. We hope to be back during the summer to make the most of the water activities and warm weather. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

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

Peaceful cottage in the woods

I can’t say enough nice things about this adorable property! It was perfect for a quiet weekend to recharge. Harstine Island is close to the city (just 1.5 hour drive from Renton), but so extraordinary peaceful! The property is in a lovely neighborhood, and even though the houses are close together there are so many trees it feels very private. All the residents we met were very friendly. The house is very comfortable, beautifully decorated, and full of wonderful little amenities. The kitchen was fully stocked, there were lots of board games, beach towels for the hot tub, cozy blankets for the couch. We appreciated the smart TV. Check-in was simple and well communicated. The owner was responsive and helpful. Our only quibble was the heat was turned off when we arrived, which on a 45 degree day made for a very chilly house! It took several hours to get the house heated to a comfortable temperature. We would absolutely stay here again, possibly in the summer when we can explore more hiking nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

William M.

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

Great place to relax

Quiet and a great hot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Midori T.

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

Quiet and restful!

This is an amazing house with plenty of things for kids to do. There are bicycles, lawn games, and a hot tub. Swimming at the community pool was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jenny and Eric Freeman

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We vacationed at Harstene Pointe many years ago and fell in love with the island and especially this private community. It is everything we have looked for as we spent year after year looking for that special place to bring our kids or take off to on our own. It's beautiful, private with tons to do or the peace and quiet to do nothing at all. We guarantee you will want to come back!

Why they chose this property

It feels private and unique but still with lots to do! Even our guests who have stayed a month at a time come back every year to explore more areas and relax. You won't find an island quite like ours. No traffic lights or stores but our home and community amenities have it all. Restaurants and coffee shops 15 minutes away but you feel like you are in your own beautiful world where kids can play and ride bikes. Parents remark that this is very special family time.

What makes this property unique

We chose this home because it was updated, open and we loved the sunny lot. It is one of the few homes at the point that has a nice sunny front yard while still surrounded by trees. It is in an ideal location out the front door and across the street leads you to the beach trail yet you can also be at the pool in a short walk. Perfect for kids. We love the glass doors that separate the living room from the kitchen. We have made it a comfortable welcoming home to relax and enjoy this unique island.

Languages:

English

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