A Perfect Place to Relax and Enjoy Nature

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 437 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Enjoy the area

Shelton, WA

Graham Point5 min drive
Harstine Island State Park8 min drive
Phillips Lake14 min drive
Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)90 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Front room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Cross the bridge to Harstine Island and enjoy a beautiful and quiet retreat in the woods. Relax in the comfortably furnished cabin or enjoy exploring the 5 acre property with meandering trails through a lovely forest. Surrounded by huckleberry bushes and nestled among giant Alaska Cedars and Big Leaf Maples, this cozy guesthouse shares the quiet woodland with the property owner’s home. The one bedroom cabin sleeps 2+ with a comfy queen bed and kids loft in the bedroom, and a double size futon in the living room. The complete kitchenette, covered front porch with cafe table and chairs, a covered patio with a sweet swing seat for two, and a gas BBQ, are just some of the other features of the cabin. The beach access is a short walk away and is a great place to sit and enjoy birds, sea life and watch the tides change. Visit one of the state parks on the island, or plan an excursion to explore the wonders in the South Puget Sound or the magnificent Olympic Peninsula -- it's beautiful here!

Property manager

Ruth Nisco and Scott Lowry

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Take a break and unwind at this peaceful oasis.

Hot tub

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

With permission

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking is allowed outside only

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 5

Note from host: with permission

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Shelton

Located in Shelton, this cabin is in a rural area and near the beach. Fair Harbor Marina and LakeLand Village Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore McMicken Island State Park and Harstine Island State Park. Shankz Black Light Mini Golf and Hands On Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Shelton, WA

What's nearby

Graham Point - 5 min drive
Harstine Island State Park - 8 min drive
Phillips Lake - 14 min drive
Little Creek Casino - 32 min drive
Joint Base Lewis-McChord - 67 min drive

Getting around

Olympia-Lacey Station - 60 min drive

Restaurants

Spencer Lake Bar & Grill - 9 min drive
Wake Up Espresso II - 14 min drive
Creations in Catering - 68 min drive
Fresh Grind Coffee - 57 min drive
Salish Seafood Company - 10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Perfect Place to Relax and Enjoy Nature pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at A Perfect Place to Relax and Enjoy Nature?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Perfect Place to Relax and Enjoy Nature?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is A Perfect Place to Relax and Enjoy Nature located?

Situated near the beach, this cabin is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Graham Point and within 6 miles (10 km) of McMicken Island State Park and Harstine Island State Park. Fudge Point and Jarrell Cove State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

5 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing mini getaway

I would recommend this property to anyone! The hosts were amazing and very helpful. There was anything that you could need in the cabin, and the space was clean. I would give this place more than 5 stars if I could! I can’t wait to book another trip there with my kids!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karo H.

1 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Huckleberry House is Perfect!

Does this explain my stay when I have already booked for next visit? Being single woman- I found my stay not only comfprtable but felt so safe. Being in a wooded fairyland site, the beauty and peace surrounding you brings such a relaxing feeling. Little Huckleberry House is both comfortable and spotless. I highly recommend it except when I want it!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merideth B.

27 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whimsical nature getaway

Beautiful location with everything we needed and more. Enjoyed the property and amenities with our dogs. Great place to stay to get away from life for a bit.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura v.

18 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Stay

We very much enjoyed the property and the small cozy place.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nana I.

4 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our time, as did our senior dog! He usually gets nerves whenever visiting new locations but settled immediately after feeling the cozy warm of the fireplace, surrounded by the soft pitter patter sounds of the rain. I LOVED the property and its whimsical vibe… we got lost on the gnome trail haha. Plenty of privacy and all the amenities (hot tub, grill, etc) worked perfect!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ruth Nisco and Scott Lowry

Scott and Ruth love getting creative in the outdoors; gardening, animals, photography, trailblazing, and creating a homestead are some of their passions.
Scott is a native Washingtonian and graduate of UW. He worked many years at Boeing in Washington and Arizona, he has also been a firefighter, a scuba diver, and the best barista ever! Scott is also one of the biggest Seahawks fans on the planet! Ruth was born in Hawaii and also lived in Washington D.C., but most of her life has been in the Seattle area. She does prefer the sunny life of Hawaii, but has become enchanted with the rainy forest of Harstine Island! Ruth recently graduated with a degree in graphic design and finds her new life on the island inspirational.

Why they chose this property

The summer of 2016 Ruth & Scott started looking for some property to purchase away from the big city of Seattle. Their search lead them to the little known island called Harstine. They booked a weekend at the Huckleberry Cabin, then owned by Jim and Wilma. It was love at first site and to their amazement, Jim and Wilma were looking to sell!
Ruth and Scott now enjoy sharing their beautiful piece of earth with others, and hope that everyone who visits the Huckleberry Cabin feels the magic too!

What makes this property unique

escape the big city stress, huckleberries, lush, green, mossy, ferns, cedar trees, maple trees, hemlock trees, trails, horses, dogs, cat, beach, fishing, claming, oysters, peace, serenity, quiet, island, bridge, wildlife, homestead, flowers, gardens, birds, deer, creek, Puget Sound, state parks, hiking, casinos, cabin, comfortable, cute, unique, art work, wood work, outside seating, hammocks, firepits, campfires, bbq, clean, organized, close to Seattle and Portland, boating, canoeing, farmers markets, wifi, dish tv, netflix, welcoming hosts, pet friendly, lakes, enchanting, magical, gnomes, fairies, treehouse, games, kid friendly