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5-min walk to Downtown Olympia and Capital Lake, 4br, sleeps 10

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Dining
Smart TV, books
4 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms184 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Olympia, WA
  • Place, Olympia Farmers Market
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Hands On Children's Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Washington State Capitol
    ‪19 min walk‬

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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.

5-min walk to Downtown Olympia and Capital Lake, 4br, sleeps 10

This home is a 5-minute walk to downtown Olympia with vibrant shopping and dining experiences. Situated above Budd Inlet, this home looks out across the bay and the lake. One can also enjoy views of the mountain and the Washington State capital building from the oversized Victorian windows.

There is plenty of space for groups and family get togethers. Sleeping arrangements can accommodate 3 couples (6 adults) plus a kid-friendly bedroom with 4 additional twin beds (for 4 kids or adults).

Fully stocked kitchen with a breakfast nook and an outdoor grill make short work of prepping great meals to enjoy our time away.

Tucked away at the end of a cul-de-sac with a private, fenced yard AND centrally located, you can enjoy the best of both worlds here: a secluded get-away with easy access to dining and shopping in the artsy and historic downtown Olympia and shoreline/lakefront trails full of wildlife viewing opportunities.

This 4-bedroom, majestic, and whimsical home was one of the first homes built in Olympia in the 1800s. Originally built by J.M. Overhulse, a master plaster/mason, it retains unique architectural features. Lovingly referred to by locals as ‘The Purple House’.

Bedroom 1 (upstairs) has a king-size bed with a 9-inch mattress, a smart tv, and dresser. Off of Bedroom 1 is a separate room with an oversized soaking clawfoot tub/shower.

Bedroom 2 (downstairs) has a queen-size bed with an 8-inch mattress that converts into a futon couch, and a TV.

Bedroom 3 (upstairs) has a full-sized captain’s bed with a 10-inch mattress and a desk. Please note that this bed is quite high with the top of the mattress at 3-feet 2-inches above the floor and may require using a step or chair to access.

Bedroom 4 (upstairs) has two bunk beds (4 single beds) with 4-inch mattresses, as well as toys and kids books.

There are two full bathrooms. Bathroom 1 is downstairs and has a toilet, sink, and tub/shower combo. Bathroom 2 is upstairs and has a toilet, sink, and tub (no shower). Off Bedroom 1 is a third bathtub that can also be used as a shower.

Separate dining room off kitchen with bay windows and seating for 8 people and a living room with cozy places to lounge or enjoy a board game.

Balcony on second floor and two covered porches on main floor.

Large, private, fenced yard with a picnic table and play structure.

The driveway accommodates 4 cars and there is plenty of free street parking.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Capitol Lake. You'll find features like laundry facilities. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Capitol Lake and 5 minutes by foot from 5th Avenue Bridge
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, 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

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,980 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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
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
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.

5-min walk to Downtown Olympia and Capital Lake, 4br, sleeps 10 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gareth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place - totally convenient to downtown and West Olympia by foot. Well thought out accommodations. I love a coffee grinder and whole beans and there they were! The historic house is beautiful and spacious... we each picked a completely different and fun room. The host is great at communication which I really appreciated as we need to change our reservation dates twice. We would absolutely stay again in the purple house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, family-friendly home

This was the perfect house for two families of four spending a long weekend in Olympia. Indoor games and books for kids as well as a wonderful outdoor space to play. Comfortable beds for all. Thoughtful touches around the beautiful, historic house. Walkable to downtown for coffeeshops, restaurants, and a park with a playground.The host was extremely responsive and accommodating, even going out of their way to find us an item that we forgot to bring.We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the house. Such a great location, we easily walked into downtown Olympia each morning. The house was well stocked and managed. We love old houses so it was a treat to stay in a home with such history. Plenty of space and very comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark K., Ludington, MI, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Ideal Location

Great place to stay with the family! Walkable distance to downtown Olympia and ideally suited between Olympic National Park, Seattle, and Mt Reiner!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very comfortable and homey

Great location and house! Fits the vibe of Olympia more than any other place we’ve stayed. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

Liked: Cleanliness

This magical property is THE main event!

I was looking for a large vacation rental to accommodate a large group of new friends that would be in town for a meet up and the moment I saw the first photos of this majestic home I knew that I had found the perfect place. We were a group of 9 adults, however this home had many wonderful accommodations for children that would be perfect for large families or family reunions. From the well stocked kitchen to all the rooms, closet space, comfortable gathering spaces, huge dining table, and thoughtfully labeled supplies, this home really had it all. I cannot adequately express how honored we all felt to experience this wonderful historic home, so full of life, mystery and love. Thank you to our host, we could not be happier!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025