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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

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Gig Harbor, WA
  • Point Defiance Park
    ‪289 min walk‬
  • Kopachuck State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Tacoma, WA (TIW-Tacoma Narrows)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

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About this property

Gig Harbor- Traveling Nurses welcomed Special Rates Applied >Beekeepers Cottage

Friendly Bees, Friendly Town and Quaint Tiny House Living, You will be welcomed by our sweet English Cream Retriever named River who guest find very comforting.

MANAGED BY NINA DREYER
Guest Review:
"The Bee Keeper s Cottage is simply ADORABLE, located in a beautiful backyard with private access. Has all the amenities one would need; also very comfortable for two people. Not too far to shopping center.
Judy D."

$35 Cleaning Fee
$250 Refundable Deposit
The Beekeeper s Cottage is a short term/vacation rental. Located beside the main home the beekeeper s cottage has friendly, happy bees to right of driveway that provide fresh honey. We have 2 sweet white small ducks that enjoy the back-yard pond/water-fall area. We also have a 12-year old black manx kitty names Gideon, and a small indoor dog named Daisy plus a sweet bunny named Newman.
In summer we have a beautiful garden and a wonderful back-yard and relaxing hammock.
The cottage is decorated in a beekeepers style, with an antique white iron bed with a new mattress. A small kitchenette and a bathroom with a shower.
This property is also ideal for traveling professionals on an out of state project, locals needing a residence while their home is under construction, traveling nurses, graduate college students, people moving into the state and looking for a place to stay while they house shop.
* Private entrance, cottage to side of main home on property
* Cottage opens to beautifully kept garden
* 1 bedroom/1 bath. 175 square feet
* Hot tub-Reserve with owner
* Kitchenette: mini fridge, microwave, coffee pot, barbecue upon request
* Wi-Fi available
* Home is part of the 2018 Garden Tour!
* W/D can be arranged as well as full size fridge for those on an extended stay
* Safe neighborhood in Gig Harbor, minutes to Tacoma
This beekeeper s cottage is an easy drive to Tacoma, Bremerton, Seattle, Bellevue, Mt. Rainier and the rainforests of the Olympic Mountain range.
But first make sure you partake in everything Gig Harbor and nearby areas have to offer. After you've strolled through the quaint downtown and shopped the boutiques and antique stores take your pick from any of the great restaurants and cafes. Seafood is always on the menu.
From the ever popular Tides Tavern for casual waterfront dining to Anthony s where the views are as fabulous as the food. You won t be disappointed by the wide variety of culinary choices.
Gig Harbor is surrounded by water so you can take your pick of activities. Go whale watching with Destiny Tours, check out the History Museum to learn about Gig Harbor s nautical past, pack a picnic and head to one of the many great state parks for a day of sun and sand.
Paddle boarding, kayaking, boating, shopping, restaurants and coffee shops abound within blocks.
Double check the address we are on 64th Ave but Google maps sometimes send people to 86th for some unknown reason.

Property manager

Nina M Dreyer
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Repeated customers are subject to be accepted based on the owner's discretion. If not approved the reservation will be cancelled without penalty.

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 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
Property Registration Number PO-STR-170040

About the area

Gig Harbor

Located in Gig Harbor, this cottage is on the beach. Discovery Village and Performance Golf Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Harbor History Museum and Titlow Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tacoma Dome or BMX Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gig Harbor, WA

What's nearby

  • Kopachuck State Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • St. Anthony Hospital - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Sunrise Beach - 21 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Tacoma Dome - 22 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 22 min drive - 21.7 km

Getting around

  • South Tacoma Station - 22 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gig Harbor- Traveling Nurses welcomed Special Rates Applied >Beekeepers Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gig Harbor- Traveling Nurses welcomed Special Rates Applied >Beekeepers Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gig Harbor- Traveling Nurses welcomed Special Rates Applied >Beekeepers Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gig Harbor- Traveling Nurses welcomed Special Rates Applied >Beekeepers Cottage located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Cutts Island State Park and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Kopachuck State Park. Skansie Brothers Park and Harbor History Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne E.

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

Great place!

My favorite place to stay anytime I'm in Gig Harbor!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline S.

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

Beautiful respite for the weekend

We chose the bee keeper's cottage for our weekend landing spot during a week of college tours in the Pacific Northwest. I am so glad that I stumbled upon this spot in Gig Harbor. It was such a perfect respite for the weekend, allowing us also to easily explore the Harbor as well as drive into Seattle and take a ferry to Bainbridge Island. We adored the cottage with all of the adorable touches. Nina was the most delightful host that felt like a friend. We loved getting to know all of their furry and feathered friends on the property. The welcome package with the sweet honey touches as well as the delicious coffee and beautiful mugs made for such nice slow mornings. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and I intend to return with my husband in the future. I highly recommend this gem in Gig Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susannah S.

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Great stay

Super comfortable bed, so quiet and relaxing. GREAT host! Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Super Cute

Super cute cottage on a great street!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Floyd K.

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

Love Bee Keepers cottage

Grest place to stay.Owners very nice will stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nina is a fantastic host. Great little quiet cottage. Animal lovers will love it here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was amazing!! I told the host it should be featured in Better Home and Gardens magazine! The cottage and grounds were lovely. Their 2 cats, dog and ducks were a delight to have around the yard, and well mannered. The host was very kind, friendly and attentive! Thank you for everything. We really enjoyed our stay!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim & Karin S.

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

Perfect Weekend Stay

The Beekeepers Cottage was perfect for the weekend while attending my class reunion. Close enough to my events, but far away enough from the noises of being directly in town. It is comfortable with a modern cottage look and feel to it. The hot tub was a great bonus just outside the cottage and a part of their beautiful backyard garden space. The owners are wonderful people who obviously care about their guests and the accommodations they provide. Along with getting to know both Nina and Brent, I enjoyed my daily greeting with their beautiful fluffy dog and cats along with their pair of ducks. Everything was great! Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Beautiful garden retreat

Thank you Nina, for the best vacation rental experience we've had! This was our first time renting a property where the host is also in residence and we were uncertain of how it would go; it turned out to be delightfully easy! Nina made us feel completely welcomed and at home, as did her adorable menagerie of sweet animals (hi River, we miss you already!!). Having the option to relax in the gorgeous backyard/garden or make the short drive to charming downtown Gig Harbor gave us the best of both worlds. We're so glad we found Beekeeper's Cottage and can't wait to go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was quaint and comfy! I would highly recommend the Beekeepers Cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sammy M.

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

Extended weekend to chill

The place was so lovely and had just the amenities so we didn't have to run to the store for this or that. We felt welcome and loved the ducks! See ya again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Briana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was the perfect cozy stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

molly t.

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

cozy

Nina offers a clean and cozy space with nice added touches. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candice R.

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

River Oasis

As soon as I started to drive down their road, I became relaxed. Upon arriving, Nina greeted me, introducing herself and showing me amenities of the property. The Beehive Cottage is adorable. Professionally decorated and with all the extras of a five star room. Like cooking appliances, dishware, bottle of wine, fresh honey, toilet paper with handfolded flowers decorating every roll. Plus a week of delicious snacks. The yard had two quiet and clean ducks. Best of all was Nina and River's, her dog, mien of friendliness which greeted me every time I saw them. I travel alot, and the Beehive Cottage is the best place I have stayed at.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

G D.

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

Cozy, private cottage with easy commute to nearby holiday family gatherings.

Mostly stayed here to rest, explore Gig Harbor, and use as a convenient launch pad for commuting to family holiday events. Perfect for all of this, and the cottage also provided a cozy space with welcoming holiday decorations. Loved strolling along the waterfront area with a gorgeous decorated tree, reading local historical signs posted here and there, plus eating delicious “from scratch” meals at quaint local diners along the historic pathways.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

SUZANNA H., Kent, wa

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Bee-tastic

Nina has thought of every little detail possible to make the Beekeeper’s Cottage a perfect place to stay! We enjoyed our 2 nights so much that we have already confirmed our stay for next Thanksgiving as well. Super clean, inviting, cute Honey Bee decor, and very welcoming. We felt right at home and slept like babies. Although it is small, the space has everything you could need! The hot tub, the furry and feathered friends solidified our decision to come back. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M.

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What a delightful gem!

I was in town to see family and saw this property. The pictures do not do justice. Its is beautiful in a quiet neighborhood. I loved it. The hosts were so kind. I thoroughly loved it and hope to come back again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

KK R.

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

The little paradise in Gig Harbor

My stay at the Beekeeper’s Cottage was entirely delightful. Nina is a wonderful host and a lovely human being. She and her husband were so welcoming and thoughtful. The cottage was perfect: clean and comfortable and very pretty. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and was sorry to have to leave!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dustin K.

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

Enjoyable

very pleasant atmostphere
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

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Tranquil escape

We were looking for a place to decompress after some hectic work weeks and this cottage was perfect. It's a little off-the-beaten track in a residential area about 12-15 minutes drive from Gig Harbor but the second you walk through the back gate you feel the stress drain from your shoulders. The grounds are kept immaculately and we loved sitting on the porch of the cottage with a glass of wine taking in the surroundings. The cottage is tiny but adorable and kept spotlessly clean. If you're looking for a place to clear your head and get out of the rat-race for a while this cottage is for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Spring T.

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So cute and fun

Great place to stay. We love it. ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madelyn V.

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Bee Keepers Cottage

Great place to stay! Beautiful and peaceful yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chanel F.

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Cottage Oasis

If I could give 12 stars if 10, I would. Nina and her sweet animals were perfectly hospitable hosts. The cottage had every amenity we could ask for and more. The sounds of the birds and water fountain in the sunny yard space was a true oasis on our slow Sunday morning. Nina recommended a wonderful restaurant where we had brunch, and suggested some shops to stop into. I highly recommend this stay in Gig Harbor and would be happy to stay again. A true gem !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

GEM OF THE PNW

I have stayed at over 200 vacation rentals over the years for work and personal travel, this was in the top three hands down. Yes, Gig Harbor is beautiful which is undeniable but the cottage is so much more than just a cute place to stay in a beautiful town. Every touch is personalized; I don't want to give away surprises but you will be amazed at the level of detail that Nina and Brent have put into this. I truly will treasure my time here forever.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Nina M Dreyer

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My name is nina, I started saving for this property when I was 11 years old. I bought the property right out of High School. In 1991 the house was purchased from Tacoma and moved onto the property. It was originally built in 1940. In 2016 the Beekeepers Cottage moved onto the property.

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with this property when I was 18yrs old. I just love the big trees and all the birds and wildlife. The property is very close to the water and to beautiful Gig Harbor.

What makes this property unique

The cottage is located in a beautiful garden with a waterfall and a large open patio. There is a wonderful hot tub that makes star gazing and relaxing a year round event. In the summer there is a big Hammock for taking a afternoon nap. The two adirondack chairs on the porch is a perfect place to share a fresh brewed pot of coffee. From the deck you have a perfect view for watching the ducks play in the pond. The Harbor is just 7 minutes away, making grabbing a bite to eat and a movie a easy task.

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