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Stunning Water, Sunset and Sound View Getaway Suite with hot tub and firepit

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

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des moines, WA
  • ShoWare Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Wild Waves Theme and Water Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Westfield Southcenter Mall
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Stunning Water, Sunset and Sound View Getaway Suite with hot tub and firepit

Our Water and Sound View Getaway Suite is a beautiful suite at Water View Cottage, WA.
The main Water View house was built in the early 1900's and is nestled in a beach community on the Puget Sound. Rumor has it that Water View Cottage was used as a bootleggers cabin in the early 1900s!
You will experience true pacific north west charm and hospitality.
The suite space has its own private outdoor entry access and is ideal for short stays, romantic getaways, work and travel and those looking to explore the beautiful PNW!

The suite has it's own private King sized bedroom and living area. Both with interlocking doors and large French doors opening up onto unobstructed views of the Puget Sound. The suite bedroom leads out into the driftwood cabana and ‘infinity view’ garden. The outdoor cabana area is inviting all year around with comfortable seating, a propane firepit and Salu Spa hot tub. Guests have private use if this driftwood cabana, firepit and hot tub during their stay.


The suite has a granite black and white glass bathroom, a double sofa in the lounge area and a beautiful hand designed live edge coffee bar table.

The large wood closets from Thailand are stocked with kitchenette amenities to make your PNW stay that much more relaxing and enjoyable. These amenities include a fridge, microwave (with grill function), and Keurig 2 refreshment machine, toaster, selection of cooking utensils, cutlery and dishes.

Our guests can choose between Starbucks Keurig coffee pods, a selection of teas or delicious ground coffee for the suite espresso machine.

Enjoy spectacular views of the Puget Sound, Olympic Mountain range, the local islands and sunsets.

Local activities at our marina and town centre ( 5 minutes drive away from Water View) include walking trails, beaches, local food scene and delightful PNW sightseeing and state parks.

Only 17 minutes from SeaTac Intl Airport, Water and Sound View Getaway Suite is centrally located from business districts and attractions: approximately 26 mins from Seattle and 22 mins from Tacoma.

The Suite will comfortably sleep two adults on the king sized bed.

3 Private entrances on the opposite side of main house entrance, off street parking for one car on our private driveway.

Guests have full access to the garden directly in front of the suite (other areas of the garden to the right of the dividing hedge are private).

The Suite is connected/adjacent to the main house and permanently closed/ locked off. The master bedroom is very quiet and private. Some sounds from the main house may be heard by guests if in the Suite living room area as the Suites living room area is adjacent to the main house. Water View Cottage is the homeowners primary home and you may hear the homeowners family in the main house and see the homeowners family in the gardens on the Water View property.

High speed internet and a variety of streaming are available for guest use including complimentary Disney plus, Netflix, and Prime Video.

Having lived all over the world and also stayed in many vacation rentals around the world, homeowners Richard and Ruth understand the desire for privacy as well as warm hospitality.

Interaction with Guests is face to face or via text messages, online platform messages and calls if needed.

Driftwood, water, sunsets, warm hospitality, luxurious amenities, tall cedar trees, peaceful nature, relaxation and breathtaking beauty await you at Water View, WA.

You will need a car or taxi/ Uber to commute as Water View is located off the main bus route and is nestled in the heart of a water view community on the Puget Sound. There is off road parking for one car on the driveway. More parking on request.

Outdoor dining facilities include a covered driftwood cabana gazebo, outdoor seating area, barbecue grill and fire pit.

We do not allow or accept bookings for parties or events.
Intimate proposals or elopements may be considered and would require written approval by homeowners and extra insurance cover.

Water View is strictly no smoking anywhere in or on the premises. This includes no recreational drugs or vaping.

No animals allowed due to homeowners allergies and shared spaces on the property. The Suite is deep cleaned with natural cleaning products including pure essential oils ( these can be highly toxic to animals especially dogs and cats).

Maximum of two guests only to stay. An extra two day visitors may be considered with homeowners written approval.

A child ( depending on age) may be allowed to stay with prior written consent from homeowners. The suite does not have amenities for children and the glass ornaments, white sofa, gardens with no fencing may not be best suited for guests wanting to stay with young children.

Beautiful grass garden with unobstructed water views over the Puget Sound. The waterfront club is private and the waterfront club is for member access only.

A true PNW stay awaits…
During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be within walking distance of Saltwater State Park. A water park and 1 hot tub are available. Free WiFi and a kitchenette are available in the apartment.
  • The apartment offers a kitchenette, a living room and a Smart TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Saltwater State Park and 13 minutes from Westfield Southcenter Mall
Stunning Water, Sunset and Sound View Getaway Suite with hot tub and firepit offers its guests a water park and Access to hot tub.

This Des Moines apartment is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • 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

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Property does not allow children
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 400 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
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:
Remove personal items
Wishing you the safest onward travels and we hope to host you again!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Guests need to let host know if they are having family or friends visit the studio during their stay.
No smoking or animals in or on the property. Animals are a health hazard to owners, no service animals allowed.
Guest will pay for all damages, stains, burns, and breaks of all studio items and property during your stay.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Note from host: Not suitable for younger 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 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
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. 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.