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Romantic island retreat surrounded by majestic trees
Waterfront cottage with outdoor pool and Hot tub
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom0+ bathroomsSleeps 279.0 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Shelton, WA
- Place, Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
- Place, Harstine Island State Park9 min drive
- Place, Mason Lake36 min drive
- Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)124 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
1 half bathroom
Main floor
Toilet
Master bath
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Romantic island retreat surrounded by majestic trees
With the goal of creating the perfect get-away for two, we have just completed a custom cottage in the gated Hartstene Pointe Community on Hartstene Island. To help you experience the extraordinary natural setting we provide two kayaks, bikes and paddle boards.
Enveloped in towering trees, this romantic getaway is built for a peaceful retreat, or adventure - as you can hike, bike or kayak (included) & walk along the beautiful sandy beaches and miles of wooded trails. Just three-minute walk to the beach. Recharge as you breath in the majestic greenery of this quiet secluded hideaway. Other amenities include outdoor heated pool and tennis courts at the Clubhouse.
The house has 23-foot ceilings with floor to ceiling glass providing a dramatic connection to the old growth douglas fir and cedar trees that surround you. The architectural open stairs, the fireplace mantel & hearth and dining room table are all custom made from the trees harvested from the site.
Designed as a romantic getaway, the house also has a comfortable queen sofa / bed in the living room in front of the fireplace. There is a bathroom off the kitchen on the main floor and a master bath off the cozy loft bedroom. The fully equipped gourmet kitchen is stocked with everything you'll need to complete your delicious creations.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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 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 cottage is on the waterfront. Fair Harbor Marina and Trillium Creek Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Jarrell Cove State Park and Harstine Island State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Shelton, WA
What's nearby
- Jarrell Cove State Park - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
- Harstine Island State Park - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
- Phillips Lake - 23 min drive - 16.6 km
- Mason Lake - 36 min drive - 30.4 km
- Little Creek Casino - 47 min drive - 43.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Spencer Lake Bar & Grill - 17 min drive
- Close To Home Espresso - 53 min drive
- The Coffee Spot - 34 min drive
- Big Bubba's Burgers - 35 min drive
- 2 Margaritas - 59 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Daniel Johnson
Daniel was born in the NW and his lived here all his life. His father was a forester moving to Washington State from Chicago for the trees and mountains.
Elaine was born in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Her father was a chemist and moved his family to Washington State to pursue a career in pulp & paper. Both families moved here for the trees!
Daniel & Elaine met at the University of Washington, graduating with degrees in Social Work. They have spent their rewarding careers working with children & families and supporting community based organizations.
Elaine was born in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Her father was a chemist and moved his family to Washington State to pursue a career in pulp & paper. Both families moved here for the trees!
Daniel & Elaine met at the University of Washington, graduating with degrees in Social Work. They have spent their rewarding careers working with children & families and supporting community based organizations.
Why they chose this property
Daniel grew up in Shelton. He has memories of his dad taking him and his twin brother Dave to Harstine Island on the two-car ferry before the bridge to the island was built.
Our family loves the natural beauty of the Pacific NW. We have always enjoyed hiking, camping and boating. When our parents passed away, we decided to use a portion of the inheritance to build a special place to honor thier history and passion for nature.
In designing the house we wanted showcase the majesty of the towering Douglas Fir and Western Red Cedar trees with the floor to ceiling windows. Special windows were installed in the loft bedroom so you can see the trees when you are lying in bed, giving you the experience of being high above the ground in a treehouse.
Seeing the trees through the windows was not enough. We wanted to bring the beauty of the trees into the house, so we used the trees harvested from the site for the fireplace mantel & hearth, stairs, bookshelves, dinning room table and bathroom vanities.
Our family loves the natural beauty of the Pacific NW. We have always enjoyed hiking, camping and boating. When our parents passed away, we decided to use a portion of the inheritance to build a special place to honor thier history and passion for nature.
In designing the house we wanted showcase the majesty of the towering Douglas Fir and Western Red Cedar trees with the floor to ceiling windows. Special windows were installed in the loft bedroom so you can see the trees when you are lying in bed, giving you the experience of being high above the ground in a treehouse.
Seeing the trees through the windows was not enough. We wanted to bring the beauty of the trees into the house, so we used the trees harvested from the site for the fireplace mantel & hearth, stairs, bookshelves, dinning room table and bathroom vanities.
What makes this property unique
This unique location is a true escape. It offers you the opportunity to experience the national park like setting while staying in a gorgeous and well appointed retreat. The beaches at Hartstene Pointe are known to be the best on the island. There are miles of hiking trails and winding quiet roads for biking. We provide the kayaks, bikes and paddle boards so you make the most of your stay.
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