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Romantic Private & Detatched Guest Home behind the gates of a Chateau on the Sea

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Smart TV, fireplace, books
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 265 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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Gig Harbor, WA
  • Point Defiance Park
  • Sunrise Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Romantic Private & Detatched Guest Home behind the gates of a Chateau on the Sea

Your romantic waterfront getaway awaits you in this gorgeous private guest home on one of the most impressive waterfront properties in Washington. Wake up in your king-sized memory foam bed to golden sunrises over the Puget Sound. This guesthouse is detached from the main home and tucked away behind a gated French Chateau style estate in a quiet picturesque neighborhood. One mile from the Harbor and downtown shops, restaurants and breweries.

Guest home has a full-sized kitchen complete with everything you need to make a great cup of coffee or romantic dinner. Comfy living room area perfect for unwinding and snuggling in with a good book or movie. Stunning Italian marble bathroom with double vanity, walk-in-shower and full-sized washer and dryer. Home has 2 electric based wall heating units located in the living room and bedroom and a fireplace in the living room.

Meander around the meticulously kept gardens of the main home and don't forget to catch some "Morning Therapy" by watching the stunning sunrises, complete with Mount Rainier, Vashon Island and Point Defiance Views. Orca whales, harbor seals, porpoises, and bald eagles are all common visitors in this beautiful high bank waterfront backyard along Colvos Passage in the quiet community of Gig Harbor, Washington!

*this is high bank waterfront and there are no stairs down to water.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the overall property condition at this vacation home. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Grandview Forest Park. Laundry facilities are available. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Grandview Forest Park and a few minutes from Skansie Brothers Park
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Close any open windows
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No additional visitors without prior notice to host.
The guest acknowledges this home does not have Air conditioning.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 604741230

Property is also known as

Waterfront Chateau Guest House on the Puget Sound

Reviews

Romantic Private & Detatched Guest Home behind the gates of a Chateau on the Sea Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 129 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful, beautiful location. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend it in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loralee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a beautiful location and fantastic host!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely fabulous place to stay in Gig Harbor! Views are spectacular, the guest house was beautiful and the host was lovely. I definitely recommend this for an individual or a couple who want to enjoy Gig Harbor at its best!
View from patio at sunrise!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

dan f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic host beautiful rentalWe will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow, book this place as fast as you can! So clean, so beautiful, so relaxing. The hosts are so welcoming and kind. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Of all the VRBO properties we have stayed in, this was a 100% perfect property. There was not one thing you would want. Plenty of closet space, beautiful furnishings, walkable to Gig Harbor, and ultra comfortable. Normally we stay at VRBO to reach a location. This is the location. A 5 minute walk to the back yard, and sound views, takes 20 minutes because the gardens are so beautiful. The view is the best in Gig Harbor. End your day with a glass of wine and sitting in the lawn chairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property has magnificent flower gardens and views. Access to the gardens, lawn, and waterside sitting area were a plus. The property was easy to access, private, clean, and effectively stocked for our needs. Shannon was extremely responsive and accommodating. We had a tremendous time and loved this charming offering.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway for 2

We stayed at Shannon and Lorne's property for the 4th of July weekend and were not disappointed! The view from the backyard was an excellent place to catch a glimpse of fireworks on the mainland.Shannon and Lorne were excellent hosts and offered some of the best communication that i have had on VRBO. While the guest house was just steps away from their main home, we barely noticed they were there. They were very accommodating and allowed us to enjoy their perfectly landscaped property without feeling like we were encroaching on their home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning Gig Harbor “Chateau”

The hosts were extremely generous and knowledge. They were to guide/point us at number of local attractions. The property, its gardens and architecture, are beautiful. It lives up to its namesake as a “chateau”. The garden is impressive, having been featured in the 2019 Masters Gardners Tour. The property also offers stunning views of the Pudget Sound and Mount Rainier. I would not hesitate to recommend these hosts and this property for your future travel plans to Gig Harbor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark J., Hopkins

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location - European ambience

We just completed a 3 day stay and were delighted about every aspect of the place. The warm message and bottle of wine to greet us, the charming decor, the beautifully appointed rooms and the exquisite gardens made it a perfect 10 VRBO experience. Shannon and Lorne have graciously opened part of their lovely home and gardens and we are thankful for that!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay!

My wife stayed here while we visited Seattle and the surrounding national parks. This was one of the prettiest VRBOs we have ever stayed in. The guest house, which is located by the main house, is clean, cute, and comfortable. The owners also have an area that you can access in the backyard that has a great view of Seattle, Mount Rainier, and the water. We ate breakfast out there every morning and saw a lot of marine life. Speaking of the owners, they are both incredibly nice and gave us a lot of great information about the surrounding area and cool spots to check out. Overall, we had an amazing time staying here and hope to come back in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely stunning views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous Views

This was my second stay in the past ten months. The guest house is beautiful and spacious and just an eight minute drive to Gig Harbor. But the views are the real star. If you're lucky enough to get clear weather you can spend your day gazing at Mt Rainier paired with big water views of Pudget Sound. My wife and I got lucky on this trip and had three straight days of good weather. We enjoyed most of our time outside.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean J.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Chateau by the Sea, Like Royalty

Here's a polished version of your review to make it more fluid and professional, while keeping your sentiment:---The Best Stay in Gig Harbor!Our experience here was truly exceptional. The hosts went above and beyond to accommodate our every need. The grounds are absolutely beautiful, providing a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. Plus, the location is perfect—just a short walk to downtown Gig Harbor. We highly recommend this stay to anyone visiting the area!downtown area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

My stay here was fabulous! The view is gorgeous. Hosts are extremely nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Al G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another visit to Gig Harbor reviewing property

Well designed and maintained. Pleasant environment. Know hosts were available but invisible. Over all seamless and easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latoria P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

Lovely property and host. We had a great time with great views. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise on Gig Island

5 star property and host!Everything you could want at a 5 star resort was provided. We lacked for nothing!We didn’t want to leave.Pure relaxation over our 6 days.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Breathtaking views

My husband and I had a quick weekend getaway from our crazy life’s. The property was beautiful and meticulously maintained! Definitely set up as a “romantic cottage”. The hosts were amazing and easy to communicate with. And the views were breathtaking! Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jack b., bradenton florida

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Normajean H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Neil and Normajean

Gorgeous property and guest homeUpdated accommodations in general, very comfortable bed, kitchen more than adequate, wonderful lighting everywhere and heated marble floors in the bathroom.Shannon and Lorne are very thoughtful and kind hosts…We’ll return in Summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

KAREN E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Restful getaway

My husband and I needed a few days of just relaxation so we chose this beautiful place that looks so cozy. It definitely was that. Gig Harbor is a wonderful City. You should not miss it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Gig Harbor getaway

My son and I came stay a couple of days in Gig Harbor and were so very lucky to rent this property. One of the most amazing rentals I’ve ever stayed in. The owners were also very accommodating by offering an additional air mattress for my son. Will definitely be looking forward to staying here again if they will have us.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024