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Clam Cove Cottage on South Vashon Island Beachfront

Beachfront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Beach
Main Room
Front Entry
Beach
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 483.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

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Vashon, WA

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Main Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Clam Cove Cottage on South Vashon Island Beachfront

Great 180 degree Views of Southern Puget Sound from Southern Vashon Island. Tacoma city and Commencement Bay night light views and during the day includes views of Mount Rainier and Point Defiance. The home is a cozy 1 bedroom with a king size bed, 1 bath with a shower and unique 1/2 size bathtub. The views are amazing from the bedroom, kitchen and living area. At high tide you feel like you are on a boat. Access to our private boat ramp for kayak, SUP, or other small watercraft. Come enjoy being on the water!

Buoy use is based on availability. Up to a 30 foot boat.

Please inquire about using our mooring buoy.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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 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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Vashon Island

Located in Vashon Island, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Cinemark Century Point Ruston and Narrows Plaza Bowl are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tacoma Nature Center and Cutts Island State Park. Titlow Park and Wright Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Vashon, WA

Getting around

  • Union Station - 32 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Copper & Salt Northwest Kitchen - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Taco Street - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Lobster Shop - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪WildFin American Grill - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Farrelli's Pizza - Pt. Ruston - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Clam Cove Cottage on South Vashon Island Beachfront pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Clam Cove Cottage on South Vashon Island Beachfront?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Clam Cove Cottage on South Vashon Island Beachfront?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Clam Cove Cottage on South Vashon Island Beachfront located?

Nestled on the beach, this Vashon Island cottage is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Fort Nisqually Living History Museum and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Cinemark Century Point Ruston. Owen Beach and Point Defiance Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 163 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frank D.

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

Wonderful!

Great location and comfortable cabin right on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jen s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property 2 min from ferry.Well stocked house. Easy to use kayaks. Very relaxing and beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

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

Clam Cove: Highly Recommend

My husband and I had a wonderful time at Clam Cove. The location on the water is outstanding. We enjoyed watching the ferry. The house is clean, private and had everything we needed. The bed was incredibly comfortable. We highly recommend and would love to return in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thelma D.

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

Perfectly peaceful

Clam Cove is exactly as advertised! Beautiful and peaceful, comfortably appointed with a spectacular view. We stayed just two nights and hope to return for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything I was hoping for! I wanted a spot where we could hear the water all night. Lots of entertainment going on all the time between the seal, sealion and the birds fishing right outside. Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If I could give it more stars, I would. This lovely cottage is clean and comfortable and offers everything you need to enjoy a waterfront experience. The views are spectacular and we saw all kinds of wildlife right from the deck. An eagle, otters, seals, dolphins, herons and more. Amazing. We hope to return someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John O.

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

Unique experience

This property is literally right on the water, and next to a convenient ferry crossing. It has to feel of living on a boat. Very quaint….. views of the Puget sound through all of the Windows.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Madge H.

Amazing Little House

We loved staying at the Clam Cove Cabin, the house is so clean, and equipped with everything you will need for a few days away. We didn't want to leave, and we are already looking at our calendar to see when we can stay again. Thank you so much Lance for sharing your little piece of heaven on earth.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin cozy and cute - the views are phenomenal - lots of wildlife and the seals popped up to say hi many times through the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband, our two kids, and I spent a wonderful weekend here exploring Vashon Island. This place is beautiful, and perfect for relaxing. We loved sitting on the deck, watching the tide and spotting wildlife. I highly recommend it for a relaxing family getaway with older kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie C.

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

The Perfect Island Cottage

I stayed here with my parents when they visited from the desert—we were all exceedingly happy with our stay and wish it could have been longer. The mountain is always out here, and the proximity to the sound was great. Truly the best PNW beach cottage you can find.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalpana P.

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

A Piece of Heaven

This lovely place sits On the water and has views of Mt. Rainier from every room. We had a wonderful peaceful stay and would certainly be back! If you are a water-sports fan the private dock, canoe and paddle boards will make you happy!
Serene company of Great Blue Heron
Sunset Glow on Mt.Rainier
Morning view without lifting head from the pillow!
Ferry to Tacoma is close and not noisy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Afiya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful stay. We were right on the water. The view was amazing. The house was perfect for a couple.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine P.

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

Happy Christmas to Us

Clam Cove has become our annual pre Christmas gift to ourselves. I'll be making our 2025 reservations soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly S.

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

Cozy waterfront cottage

This is the third time we've stayed at this lovely cottage. It's such a relaxing place to stay with amazing views of the water, the ferry, and Mount Rainier. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail T.

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

Love Clam Cottage!

Clam Cottage was our home for 10 weeks this summer and the experience was amazing. The location has incredible views of Mt. Rainier, Point Ruston, and easy ferry access to Tacoma and Seattle. The Cottage is right on the water making it easy to kayak, paddle board, and enjoy the sea life every day (seals, otters, porpoises, eagles, etc.). The Cottage has a large deck with lots of seating options, the inside includes all the basic amenities. The property owner is very friendly and responded quickly to any questions/needs/etc. We highly recommend staying at Clam Cottage for short or long term stays, we made many fabulous memories!
Stayed 67 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devan H.

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

Very relaxing

Very friendly hosts. Made contact to make sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

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

April 2024

We were a family of 3 (2 parents, 1 teen) and it was a comfortable and relaxing stay. Neighborhood is quiet, saw a variety of sea life, and enjoyed the views. Check-in was easy and hosts available for communication.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

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

Our little anniversary

We had a wonderful time at the cabin very comfortable plenty of great scenery because it really stormed and the waves were crashing best part was it was close to home and a 15 ferry ride we will be back for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

vashon stay

great location, comfortable little place with absolutely stunning views.Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maurizio M.

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

Spectacular view and very cute little magical spot.. so glad I found it

Me and my wife really enjoyed the view and the quite area and the big deck
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Amazing Property & Views!

Our stay was even more amazing than imagined! Clam cove cottage exceed all of our expectations. The view and location are amazing and the owners have thought of everything for guests during their stays. The entire property is so clean and well kept. We felt right at home and had the most relaxing time. We will definitely be staying here again on our next visit to Vashon Island!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy G.

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

Cute cottage within a short hop to the Ferry

A getaway for a week between staying with family during the holidays. Beautiful spot to see the waterbirds and the ever changing colors of the water. Highly recommend for winter getaway. Can’t wait to repeat visit in summer
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine P., Auburn

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

Christmas surprise

Perfect except for the bomb cyclone with freezing rain
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniele T.

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

Perfect little getaway.

My host was wonderful at accommodating my 3 dogs. Was always available for questions and very gracious. The property was everything I imagined and more. I will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lance Gildea

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I am Lance Gildea. My wife Deanna and I, so much enjoy sharing this piece of paradise with our guests. Everyone just wows at the view and just loves what we have done with this little water side cabin that we like to call a cottage.

Why they chose this property

Just love the views and southern exposure to the sun. Mostly because this southern location had the most amount of sun that could be found on the island. We are always in the sun here on Vashon Island. You can only get here by boat. Just the first of so many special things about Vashon. Check it out for yourself. Do a search on Vashon Island.

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