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The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

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Barbecue grill
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Hoodsport, WA

Stottle Winery Tasting Room Hoodsport
‪3 min drive‬
Lake Cushman Forest Reserve
‪6 min drive‬
Lake Cushman
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Boathouse room

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Boathouse Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main House bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway

Welcome to Giggle Fish on Hood Canal! Our waterfront beach home is the ideal place to relax and take in the peaceful views of Hood Canal. With three bedrooms, it comfortably accommodates six people. Our property is fenced all the way around and is pet friendly. There are many places to relax, inside and out. With decks off both the beach cabin and the boat house, you can find both sun and shade during the summer months. The outdoor area offers plenty of seating, a fire pit, a lawn for playing, and easy access to the beach. In the winter months, the inside area is a cozy spot for relaxation. Play a board game, read a book, or cook a nice meal in our well appointed kitchen. From all the windows, you’ll enjoy watching the various wildlife from bald eagles, herons and other seabirds, to seals, sea lions, and even the occasional whale.

Just north of the town of Hoodsport, our location offers quick access to grocery and restaurant options as well as plenty of outdoor activities. There is wonderful hiking throughout the Olympic National Forest and at nearby lakes. Hoodsport is a scuba diving paradise, as we are very close to Sund Rock Marine Preserve. A short drive north brings you to Hama Hama Oyster Saloon, a fun place to enjoy outdoor dining on local eats, or to purchase local shellfish. There are also golf courses and casinos nearby. Of course once you walk through the gate of the property, you may not want to leave!
*Please note that there is parking for 2 cars. Parking is between the fenced yard and Highway 101, and is narrow. *

Property manager

Jolene Elkins

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Languages

English

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Pet-friendly

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Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

$25 per pet/per night fee-Maximum 2 pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Minimum 3 night stay during peak season May 16-Sept 15. Minimum 2 night stay, off peak Jan 1- May 15 andSept 16-May 15 Rates based on 4 guest max

Rental agreement must be completed(all pages), signed and returned within 48 hours.

$160 Non refundable cleaning fee When booking this home on Vrbo, please note is has a non refundable booking agreement.

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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 deadlock

About the area

Hoodsport

Located in Hoodsport, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The Hardware Distillery Co. and Stottle Winery Tasting Room Hoodsport are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Olympic National Park and Lake Cushman Forest Reserve. Kayaking, snorkelling and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

Hoodsport, WA

What's nearby

Stottle Winery Tasting Room Hoodsport - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Hoodsport Timberland Library - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Lake Cushman Forest Reserve - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
Potlatch State Park - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
Lake Cushman - 14 min drive - 12.7 km

Restaurants

‪The Tides - ‬2 min drive
‪Hoodsport Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive
‪Model T Pub & Eatery - ‬3 min drive
‪2 Margaritas - ‬19 min drive
‪Union Square Deli - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hoodsport holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Hood Canal, Ingvald J Gronvold Park and Sunshine Creations Northwest. The Hardware Distillery Co. and Stottle Winery Tasting Room Hoodsport are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

14 July 2023

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

Great place

Loved the view and accommodations! Great yard for kids and dogs. Only downside is the busy highway.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

3 June 2024

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

Bday

Relaxing and perfect

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

18 June 2020

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

LOVE this property

Second time staying here and we just love it. It's so peaceful. The fenced yard is perfect for the dogs to run around.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

6 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Giggle Fish

Charming place with lots of character

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

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10/10 Excellent

John P.

1 August 2019

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

Great Visit to Giggle Fish

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William A.

4 October 2017

Cozy with Fresh oysters

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

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8/10 Good

Daniel R.

27 August 2018

Washington State Vacation

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

9 February 2021

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

Gorgeous Waterfront Property!

6 adults and 2 pups had a great time! Wish we could have stayed longer. We had all sorts of weather, but still enjoyed the fire pit through it all! The stars shone so brightly at night. We all want to come back in the summer when Hoodsport must be a hopping little town! Thank you for having us.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

3 August 2013

Perfect family vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This cabin has everything you need. The kids enjoyed fishing, crabbing and getting oysters. The kayaks were the best part, everyone enjoyed them.

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8/10 Good

Kimberly C.

21 March 2018

Giggle Fish is the Best Getaway!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay at Giggle Fish was better than we could have imagined! The solitude, the gorgeous weather (go got lucky and had sunshine most of the time we were there), the wildlife (we saw seals, a blue heron, and lots of water fowl), the view, and the property itself was amazing! We would definitely stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

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10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

28 June 2019

Great rental house!

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

5 March 2019

They've thought of everything here!

You feel very well taken care of here. Everything is provided, the location is so pretty right on the water and we loved the fenced yard for our little dog. The third bedroom and second bathroom in the listing is in a little separate cabin and would be so fun for a group. Parking is on a busy road but it was fine for us. We were there in February so we didn't get to enjoy the outdoor area but it would be amazing in better weather.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

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10/10 Excellent

Dalene C.

28 September 2019

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

Relaxing

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Giggle Fish was our first stop of our 2 week vacation. The house was perfect for us. We immediately felt at home here. It had everything we needed. Great location along 101. We enjoyed the fire pit and setting out on the deck enjoying the tide coming in.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

M. V.

18 June 2016

Sisters and Spouses Get Away

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Six adults travel every other year for a getaway together. This year was Giggle Fish. It is a beautiful setting with lots of opportunities for amazing experiences. Off the deck we watched seals each morning, saw rainbows almost daily, and campfires each night.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jim E.

2 August 2017

We love Giggle Fish

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We spent four lovely nights at Giggle Fish. Everything was perfect and a place that I would recommend to family and friend. We had to make a trip back to the property as my son-in-law left his keys. Derrick was so helpful in contacting the house keeper who made a special trip to get us the keys that she had hidden in a safe place. Nordstrom service with a smile.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Betsy W.

23 August 2015

Family meet up on Hood Canal

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We go out annually to Hood Canal. Usually we stay in a family cabin but this year we were having an anniversary so several of us found other properties to stay in. Giggle Fish offered a very comfortable house in a great location for our group. Plenty of room for the kids to move about and Grandma loved the boathouse cabin. We did the things we usually love at Hood Canal: kayaking, hiking at Staircase, easy grocery shopping and looking around Hoodsport and just sitting by the water enjoying every moment. Giggle Fish had everything we needed and more to have a great, relaxing time!

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8/10 Good

Carol H.

28 February 2018

Lots of fun at Giggle Fish!!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a fabulous stay at Giggle Fish! House was beautifully situated on the beach, with gorgeous views. Close to Hama Hama where we picked up fresh oysters and crab which we prepared in the very well appointed kitchen. The property is fully fenced, but keep in mind if you have a small-medium dog, there are large gaps along the freeway side of the fence that are VERY large. We didn't feel comfortable having our dog off-leash in the yard which made for some realllllly cold potty breaks since it snowed while we were there. Would be great to add a hot tub to this property. Overall, lovely place!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mitch R.

7 April 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Can't wait to come back - don't want to leave

Jolene is a fantastic host. Although we got off to a bit of a rocky start with checking in and getting a hold of each other (COVID-19 played a huge part of this), the place upon moving in was spotless. and in the days of COVID-19 it was extremely important. We do appreciate the in person check up to make sure all was good. This is our 3rd time here and will be coming back here throughout the summer and fall. It is a great place to have have the 2 small dogs given a fully fenced yard, and waiting up to the waves of Hood Canal was breathless. The amenities were great; the only thing to bring is your own food. Even though the house sits right on highway 101, the noise from the road is minimal. thank you Jolene!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

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8/10 Good

Royanne M.

25 September 2019

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

Hood Canal Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a wonderful time at this location but the fire pit close to the water. One kayak was too small for an adult and that should be in the listing.. Dealing with the property manager requesting dysopes and toilet paper was not received well.. They said what is at the house is all that is allotted. As an owner of a vacation rental myself I found that customer service less than acceptable

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Suzie S.

11 October 2016

Giggle Fish

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was not quite as nice as we thought and definitely not as clean. The dishes were not put back clean and there were simple things that should have been fixed, like a broken light bulb in a lamp and a burner that does not work.

8/10 Good

Royanne M.

7 October 2019

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

Hoodsport getaway

The place was great..for the money we spent there were a few disappointmenting things: 1. We were getting low on toilet paper and dish soap..even though they provided it, we ran out.. I called the property Management company and was told we don't get any more..they refused to send house cleaning to refill the items.. 2. 2 large windows have been compromised..the windows need to be replaced because you can see the beautiful water and scenery. 3. They do provide kayaks however the foot pedals were missing and one of the kayaks were very small for an adult. Overall the stay was very good and the kitchen was completely equipped with everything you could imagine.. We own 2 vacation rentals ourselves and one of them is operated by a property Management company..I expect more from Vacation 365 then they provided.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jennifer E.

6 July 2016

Wonderful Olympic Waterfront Experience

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay in the Giggle Fish home was the highlight of our Pacific Northwest vacation. Our family loved the beautiful views including seals and the cute little 1 bedroom boat house. We collected oysters on the beach and the kids loved the kayaks. The owners have made the most of their amazing outdoor areas -- lounge chairs, outdoor sitting areas, and a great firepit. Gigglefish is simply wonderful! We had a bit of confusion with the housekeeping at checkout but the management company resolved it quickly. For those planning to make Gigglefish the base for their explorations of Olympic National Park, although it is a beautiful location, it is 3-4 hours drive from the Olympic Nat'l Park highlights (Ho Rain Forest and Hurricane Ridge). There are some Olympic NP trails within a 15 minute drive, but to get to the north or west side of the park is a very long slog. Choose Giggle Fish if you want to experience what relaxed Washington 'coastal living' is like.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laurie G.

4 October 2013

Pure Relaxation!

What a great spot! We were heading up to Port Townsend for a week of vacation and decided to spend a weekend here on our way up. Such a nice, relaxing way to kick off our trip! We had unseasonably rainy weather for September, but it was still a wonderful weekend. This is a beautiful place, rain or shine. Spent hours gazing out at the water from the nice, comfy sofa in the living room -- multiple Great Blue Heron sightings and even a Bald Eagle, too! Made a pot of chili in the well-appointed kitchen and watched our fill of college football on the nice flat-screen. For outings, took a quick drive up to Hama Hama for some fresh oysters and prawns, did a tasting and tour at the new local distillery in Hoodsport, and made a visit to Shelton to check out their local brewery and Xinh's Clam & Oysterhouse (if the geoduck at Xinh's is good enough for Anthony Bourdain, it's good enough for me!). Then slept like a baby in the super-comfy (Sleepnumber!) king bed, listening to the waves lap against the shore. Ahhhhhhh. Livin'. Oh, and almost forgot to mention, our dog loved it, too! HUGE fenced yard and a covered porch that was easy to block off to give him plenty of outside time and still keep him out of the rain. We will definitely be back!

8/10 Good

Suzanne K.

1 August 2023

Liked: Location

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Nice house noisy location

The house is very attractive and well equipped with a lovely deck overllooking the water. Unfortunately it is on a really busy road with big trucks constantly passing starting from quite early in the morning. We arrived in pouring rain and did not have the access code as it had been sent to the wrong email, and the VRBO communication function was not working so had to call several times to reach the agent to get the code. There were problems with the water supply to the surrounding houses and our water was turned off while the neighbours tried to fix things, which was ok as we went out so they could complete. The agent kindly offered to bring extra water but we said we did not need but appreciated the offer. Communication on departure was also disappointing the booklet in the house said vacate by 12pm and the app with our booking details said depart by 11am - we rang 3 times and spoke to the person at the agency who had no information and said she would speak to the correct person and confirm, we never received a call back so left by 11am leaving the house tidy as requested. Our overall view is that we liked the house but the location was not as good as we had hoped due to noise We did visit laske cushon in the nearby state park and found a lovely restaurant in a hotel in Union which was nice as we were there for my birthday and there was very little choice in Hoodsport unless you wanted basic pub food.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

17 August 2024

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

So relaxing

The view from every room was spectacular! Spent most of the time on the huge deck where we saw a bald eagle the first morning. Also saw orcas and sea lions. And stargazing was amazing. We had plenty of room for our family of five and bonus was the incredible fenced yard so we felt very comfortable letting our two dogs roam, which they absolutely loved. Plus there was a scooper and hose for messes in the yard. Loved the bonus boat house bedroom and access to the beach. The road was pretty busy on the weekend but the sound gets muffled by the sounds of the water. Great little town with grocery store nearby and excellent hamburger/teriyaki/ice cream place and the best little pizza place just a mile or so up the road. Checkin was easy, beds were comfy, kitchen was well stocked, and did I mention the view!! Hoping to make this an annual vacay. Already miss having coffee on the deck staring at the water.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jolene Elkins

Our Vacation homes are privately owned and managed by Vacation Homes on Hood Canal. Check out our website. Our homes are located on and around the Hood Canal. The surrounding waters of Hood Canal leave all those that venture to its shores, mesmerized with fabulous memories of those visits. Some of us return here to live.

Experience those awe-inspiring views of Hood Canal, Mount Rainier and the fabulous snow-capped Olympic Mountains. Taste fresh oysters, clams, shrimp and crab; the prized shellfish Hood Canal is famous for. The Olympic Peninsula is the place to enjoy hiking, biking, bird watching and strolling the beaches just to name a few.

Our Vacation Homes have those special intimate details for relaxing and re-energizing your well being. Our homes are fully equipped; kitchens stocked with cooks tools, coffee pot and microwave. Bed and bath linens are provided. We hire local Professional Cleaning Services to clean all of our homes to the standards of a first class hotel and per the State Guidelines. Our cleaners take pride in their work to assure your stay will beat your expectations.

Our Vacation Homes are an easy commute from Seattle, two hours from the Bainbridge or Bremerton ferry or about 2.5 hours from the Kingston ferry. Come to relax with at our Vacation Homes on Hood Canal! We are a customer service oriented company and have a standard of excellence we live up to every day.

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Boathouse room

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

Boathouse Bathroom

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10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

Great place

Sheila B.

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Bday

Karen M.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

LOVE this property

Michelle M.

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Giggle Fish

Matthew S.

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Great Visit to Giggle Fish

John P.

10/10 Excellent

William A.

Cozy with Fresh oysters

William A.

8/10 Good

Daniel R.

Washington State Vacation

Daniel R.

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

Gorgeous Waterfront Property!

Allison W.

10/10 Excellent

Perfect family vacation

8/10 Good

Kimberly C.