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Stylish & historic seaside cottage with easy beach access & amazing views

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, free Internet, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 685 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

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Bainbridge Island, WA
  • Fay Bainbridge State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Bloedel Reserve
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Bainbridge Island Ferry Dock
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪87 min drive‬

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About this property

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

Stylish & historic seaside cottage with easy beach access & amazing views

Historic Shore Cottage

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Welcome to Historic Shore Cottage set in a fantastic location near the beach where you'll be welcomed by big skies and the moving waters of the Puget Sound. Located on a narrow sandspit, your days will be enhanced by passing sailboats, gulls and cranes dining on the beach just 20 feet from your living room, or sea lions and orcas swimming by in the cool waters.

This historic cottage was one of three originally built back in 1941 as a shack to store fishing nets. Almost all of the materials used in its construction likely came from the supply of discarded packing crates at the naval shipyard in nearby Bremerton where work was being done to support the war effort. Everything here is original, there are no frills. This is a perfect place to relax, read, write, draw, or take relaxing walks through the neighborhood or along the beach out front where you can collect shells, toss footballs, build sand castles, or just marvel at the many sights.

This truly distinctive home is comfortable and rather unique, not only in its origins, but also its furnishings which are mainly antiques from the 1940s and 1950s from designers such as George Nelson, Charles and Rae Eames, and Alvo Aalto.

When you want to get out and explore, a corner coffee shop is just minutes away, while the charming main street is just a bit farther with a grocery store, restaurants, clothing stores, and a bookshop. It's also just a 30-minute ferry ride to Seattle, or you can take the ferry to the exciting shopping, dining, and museums that await you north in Victoria, BC.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Fay Bainbridge State Park. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. A kitchen and a patio are available in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a patio
  • Free WiFi in some public areas
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Fay Bainbridge State Park and 12 minutes from Bainbridge Island Ferry Dock
This vacation home offers its guests laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Property manager

Vacasa of Washington

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Unit size: 918 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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.
Property Registration Number 604-271-104

Property is also known as

Stylish Private Seaside Home
Stylish Private Seaside Home House
15337

Stylish & historic seaside cottage with easy beach access & amazing views Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 81 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Russ S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Rustic

This is an authentic 1940's fishing shack right on the water. It was clean & comfortable & fun to watch all the wildlife & boats. Needs new slider screen, updated tv and some more silverware. Other than that, it was as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

My 2 adult children and I came here for spring break. It is the perfect quiet getaway. We gathered sea glass and enjoyed the beach walks. The restaurants and shops in town were fun. We all loved it here and would come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tim K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great view

Have stayed before and the place is great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Debra L.

Great stay!

Property is in a beautiful quiet location. Right on the water with abundant sea life viewing opportunities. We saw seals, porpoise and many different kinds of birds. Adults and kids really enjoyed the stay. A few minor cleaning issues involving some dirty dishes and a blanket with an odor. I was a little concerned about some sagging roof panels in the main bedroom area. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Stayed here for a work trip, it was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

marc w.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Fishing Shack

Beware of things if you bring the littles. As advertised, this is an old fishing cottage/shack.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

emily s., Tampa, Florida, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and relaxing property

Really enjoyed the property. The only recommendation I have is different outdoor seating no lounge or relaxing furniture outside
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay.

I loved this place. It's just exactly as advertised. Great for a single person who wants to read a book overlooking the water
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

This place is a gift. Beautiful views and location. Lots of beach area for kids to play and explore. Just wonderful. The cottage is clean, neatly appointed, and cozy. Really enjoyed the unique furniture. Stayed warm inside on some cold days.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

This was my second time here. I came back for my birthday after having twin babies at 28 weeks and they spent 2 months in the NICU. They’re stable, home and safe. I needed a place to recover from all the stress. I had been here previously for my birthday. It was perfect and exactly what I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Right on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick getaway

This is the most nostalgic place for my family. It’s peaceful, time away from screens, box stores, and just allows you to rest and connect. Every time we’re here we look for property to purchase. We love it!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W., Sunnyvale CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Soundview II again

I sent a review 1 week ago! As we said last week, this property is ideal for us. The Sound, the spit, the whole island feels like our second home to us. Already planning for next summer. Ted and Julie
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jim L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Shack/Shanty/Dump

This place was cheaply built in the 1940s and furnished in the 1970s and that is what you are getting. Simple as that. Great location is the only plus. Want more details, see my Vacasa post if they ever share it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Gorgeous views from rustic cabin

My family of 6 adults had a wonderful time relaxing and watching the ocean in this tiny rustic cabin. Nothing fancy, but the perfect place to enjoy each other's company and the amazing view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jeffery B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Perfect location anyway….

So the location is awesome and could be a good reason to come here. The problem is that it’s not rustic, it’s run down. Furniture is old, dirty, and pieces broken with written notes of how to use until it’s fixed. Lighting is basically lamps here and there; the kitchen is a single bulb. Safety issue in bathroom as there is a baseboard heater mounted at toilet seat height and maybe 3” away. It can’t be to RCW code. Seriously, you need to be careful. It was a bad experience and we ended up leaving a day early as we had just had enough. I hike and camp outside; I’m not just trying to bash this place. But from the torn lamp shades to the dirty broken furniture it was just too “rustic”.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oscar G.

Liked: Cleanliness

The place met our basic needs, but the location is fantastic and the view 5stars!

The location was great and sitting in the patio watching the sea lions in the morning is magical and the views at night are soothing. Super quiet here too
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loree W., Boulder

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home with an amazing view

We had such a wonderful week on Bainbridge. This house is perfectly located on the water, not far from the ferry and near a park. Most days we were just mesmerized by all the life in the Sound - we saw a family of otters, sea lions, dolphin and more birds than we could count. The house is one of the original houses in the spit. Very comfortable, lovely pieces of art and great books. We are excited to bring the family next time!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous Views

Cozy fishing cabin right on the water. We loved watching the wildlife and sailboats and listening to the lapping water. Bring you binoculars!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caree B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

The property was set in a perfect location for us we wanted to be by the water and we couldn’t get any closer! It would have been nice however to know how to turn on the heat.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tia E., Arlee

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique 1940s fishing shack

Beautiful and quiet location. Interesting and quirky house. Easy access to Seattle Ferry. Perfect place to stay away from hustle and bustle of Seattle, but close enough to visit every day. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice vacation spot

We really enjoyed the stay, the house was cute, the location was awesome, and the kids had a blast.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Beach View

Great stay to get away from the daily grind and relax to the ocean waves. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022