You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Roomy Waterfront Stay w/ Views, Coffee & Chill
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.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Lake Minterwood. Features include a gym and laundry facilities. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 3.5 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
On-site recreation includes a gym
8 minutes by car from Key Center Pierce County Library and 9 minutes from Rocky Creek Conservation Area
Oceanfront Garden Oasis/Mt.Rainier & Sound Views offers its guests a fitness centre, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.
Property manager
Lauren
Languages
English
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
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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.