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Waterfront Home w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit
2.0 star property
Beachfront comfort, a fitness centre
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 9316 sq m
Popular amenities
- Dryer
- Gym
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Fireplace
- Parking available
Explore the area
Gig Harbor, WA
- Lake MinterwoodPlace, Lake Minterwood6 min drive
- Horseshoe Lake Golf CoursePlace, Horseshoe Lake Golf Course14 min drive
- Point Defiance Zoo and AquariumPlace, Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium40 min drive
- Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)68 min drive
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About the area
Gig Harbor
At this holiday home, you'll be 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Key Center Pierce County Library and 5.5 km (3.4 mi) from Doyle Pond. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 3.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A sofa bed, a living room and a dining area are also available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Gig Harbor holiday home include Rocky Creek Conservation Area and Lake Minterwood.
What's nearby
- Lake Minterwood - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
- Horseshoe Lake Golf Course - 14 min drive - 9.6 km
- St. Anthony Hospital - 19 min drive - 14.5 km
- Sunrise Beach - 29 min drive - 21.0 km
- Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 40 min drive - 35.5 km
Getting around
- South Tacoma Station - 33 min drive
- Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 59 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 18 min drive
- The Beer Vault - 14 min drive
- MOD Pizza - 18 min drive
- Island View Market - 25 min drive
- Morning Star Espresso - 10 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 w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit
Welcome to The Whale’s Tale by Shoreside Sanctuaries – a spacious waterfront home in Gig Harbor that’s perfect for families, groups, or anyone who enjoys great views, good coffee, and relaxing while someone else deals with the minions, I mean children. Wink wink, Ya gotta love em'!
Less than an hour from Seattle, this 3,400-square-foot home sits on nearly half an acre overlooking Mt. Rainier, Raft Island, and Henderson Bay. Whether you’re spotting orcas, grilling on the deck, or hiding with a book and a latte, you’ll have plenty of space to do your thing.
🛏️ Sleeping arrangements:
2 king bedrooms
1 queen bedroom
1 office with a queen sleeper sofa
3 full bathrooms + a half bath Real beds. Real privacy. No bunk beds or air mattresses.
🛋️ Room to relax:
The open living area has hardwood floors, big windows, a cozy bay seat, and an electric fireplace. There’s room to gather—or to escape from the group for a few quiet minutes of sanity.
☕ Coffee snobs welcome:
We take our caffeine seriously.
You’ll find a full espresso setup including:
A top notch espresso make with QR code instructions
A single-serve brewer
French press
Vietnamese phin filter
Pour-over kit
Plus plenty of mugs, so no one’s stuck drinking from a measuring cup.
🍳 Kitchen perks:
Large island, induction cooktop, granite counters, and stocked for REAL cooking. Whether you’re making seafood pasta or just plating up takeout like a pro, you’re covered.
🌿 Outdoor space:
Deck and balcony overlook a garden, fire pit, and the bay. Grill, dine outside, toss a Frisbee, or just sit back and soak it in. The private neighborhood beach is just a 5-minute walk—gate key included.
🦐 Local gems:
Minterbrook Oyster Co. is less than a mile away with fresh oysters, crab, mussels, and clams.
Minter Creek Hatchery offers a low-key nature stop and a look at local salmon.
Downtown Gig Harbor has restaurants, shops, distilleries, ice cream, and harbor tours—definitely worth a visit.
🚗 Location:
About an hour from Seattle, Olympia, and the Olympic National Forest. Whether you want a chill weekend or a full itinerary, this is a great base.
Less than an hour from Seattle, this 3,400-square-foot home sits on nearly half an acre overlooking Mt. Rainier, Raft Island, and Henderson Bay. Whether you’re spotting orcas, grilling on the deck, or hiding with a book and a latte, you’ll have plenty of space to do your thing.
🛏️ Sleeping arrangements:
2 king bedrooms
1 queen bedroom
1 office with a queen sleeper sofa
3 full bathrooms + a half bath Real beds. Real privacy. No bunk beds or air mattresses.
🛋️ Room to relax:
The open living area has hardwood floors, big windows, a cozy bay seat, and an electric fireplace. There’s room to gather—or to escape from the group for a few quiet minutes of sanity.
☕ Coffee snobs welcome:
We take our caffeine seriously.
You’ll find a full espresso setup including:
A top notch espresso make with QR code instructions
A single-serve brewer
French press
Vietnamese phin filter
Pour-over kit
Plus plenty of mugs, so no one’s stuck drinking from a measuring cup.
🍳 Kitchen perks:
Large island, induction cooktop, granite counters, and stocked for REAL cooking. Whether you’re making seafood pasta or just plating up takeout like a pro, you’re covered.
🌿 Outdoor space:
Deck and balcony overlook a garden, fire pit, and the bay. Grill, dine outside, toss a Frisbee, or just sit back and soak it in. The private neighborhood beach is just a 5-minute walk—gate key included.
🦐 Local gems:
Minterbrook Oyster Co. is less than a mile away with fresh oysters, crab, mussels, and clams.
Minter Creek Hatchery offers a low-key nature stop and a look at local salmon.
Downtown Gig Harbor has restaurants, shops, distilleries, ice cream, and harbor tours—definitely worth a visit.
🚗 Location:
About an hour from Seattle, Olympia, and the Olympic National Forest. Whether you want a chill weekend or a full itinerary, this is a great base.
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Property amenities
Beach
- On the beach
Ski
- Close to skiing
Pool/Spa
- Massage
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- Car recommended
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Chef service
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 3.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Bidet
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- DVD player
- Games
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Stereo
- Video library
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Firepit
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
- Office
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In the mountains
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near a zoo
- Near the bay
- Near the marina
- Near the ocean
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Gym
- Birdwatching nearby
- Casino nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Winery tours nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Electric car charging station
- Garden
- Unit size: 3,398 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 - 26
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Guest is required to sign a Renter Agreement. Security Deposit Required of up to $300. Minimum age to rent is 26. NO Smoking. NO pets
NO parties/events. Quiet Hours are from 9:00 PM - 9:00AM.
While pets aren’t permitted, legitimate service animals are always welcome in accordance with the ADA. See policy for more detail
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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.
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Waterfront Home w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit?
The closest beach to Waterfront Home w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit is Owen Beach (13.8 km).
Does Waterfront Home w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is Waterfront Home w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that Waterfront Home w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waterfront Home w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit?
No, Waterfront Home w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Waterfront Home w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Waterfront Home w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit?
No, pets are not allowed.
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