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NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman!

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Private kitchen
Living area
Interior
Living area
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Tacoma, WA
  • Place, Point Defiance Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman!

Experience the best of Tacoma at this newly remodeled, charming craftsman home in N Tacoma. With its central location, you'll be minutes away from top attractions like the Point Defiance Zoo, Point Ruston Waterfront & Proctor District. Discover the only combined zoo & aquarium in the PNW at Point Defiance, witness live glassblowing demos at the Museum of Glass or attend events at the Tacoma Dome. This spot is the perfect launchpad for your Tacoma adventure. Book now and start exploring!

This recently renovated Craftsman home is perfectly located just 4 blocks away from Point Defiance Park/Zoo/Aquarium & the Tacoma waterfront, and less than 1 mile from Point Ruston. The home features an open concept living/dining/kitchen space with brand new high-end appliances, Quartz countertops, farm sink, and eating bar. There are two bedrooms each with a queen bed and a newly updated bathroom with tile floors and fixtures. Additionally, the home boasts a covered front porch with seating and a small water/mountain view, a large fully fenced front yard, off-street parking, high-speed fiber internet, and a smart TV.

This home is in a great walkable neighborhood, close to coffee shops, restaurants, parks & the Vashon Ferry. It offers easy access to Proctor District, Stadium District, 6th Ave, UPS, Tacoma Dome, Cheney Stadium & DT Tacoma. The neighborhood is very walkable and bike-friendly, and transportation is easy. Plus, there's plenty of off-street parking available for your car during your stay. Don't miss out on this perfect Tacoma location!

Good to Know Before You Book:
· Booking Requirements: Guests must be 25 or older to book, provide a government-issued ID, sign a rental agreement, and pay a refundable security deposit (up to $500). Deposit to be processed by host on guest's credit card.
· Landscaping & Pest Control: Our landscaper visits every other week, and pest control is scheduled monthly. We do our best to avoid scheduling these services during guest stays, but exact timing can’t always be guaranteed.· No Parties or Events: To ensure a quiet and respectful environment for all, we have a strict no-party policy. Violations may result in cancellation and removal from the property.
· Security: For your safety, exterior security cameras (floodlight) with audio are in use on the property.
· Guest Responsibility: By booking, guests agree to accept full responsibility for any accidents or injuries that may occur during their stay.

Simple Checkout Instructions:
· Leave used linens on the bed.
· Place towels in the laundry basket—no need to wash them.
· Load and start the dishwasher.
· Let us know if anything needs attention.
· Send a quick message when you check out

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
- Rental agreement must be e-signed upon booking - rental agreement establishes all terms and conditions for rental - No 3rd party bookings
- Security Deposit up to $500 required prior to your stay - Party size max of 4 (incl infants) - No animals of any kind - No smoking
- No events/parties - For liability reasons, only registered guests may enter the premises. Must include everyone that will be staying

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 security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Tacoma

Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Tacoma, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Titlow Park and Narrows Plaza Bowl are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit 6th Ave and Tacoma Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tacoma Dome or Cheney Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Tacoma, WA

What's nearby

  • Point Defiance Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Fort Nisqually Living History Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cinemark Century Point Ruston - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Owen Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Theater District Station - 11 min drive
  • Union Station - 12 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cooper's Food and Drink - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Street - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman!?

As of 3 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman! on 6 June 2026 start from NZ$693, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman! located?

Located in West End, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Point Defiance Park and Fort Nisqually Living History Museum. Cinemark Century Point Ruston and Owen Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with parks, shops and restaurants in walking distance.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here with my family of five and we had a wonderful time. The home was well-stocked with everything we needed, and the location was excellent. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan W.

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

Great place to stay

Was a lovely home to call out home base for our stay in Tacoma
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thought it was very pleasing. It was a great place to vacation. Wish we could have stayed longer, wish the back door had better lock on outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joe t.

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

Loved this VRBO111

We loved this property. It was clean, safe and would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I just loved this place. It’s super clean, very quiet at night, and the bedding was so cozy. This beats a hotel hands down.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

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

So very pleased with accommodations.

Centrally located, quiet neighborhood and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

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

Great spot in Ruston

This house was a great place to stay and close to a lot of different things to do. Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Great visit

This property is conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood close to Antique Sandwich Shop, Point Defiance, Dune Park, the Zoo and Ruston Market. Easy walk or short drive.Clean, easy access and great communication with the owners. Look forward to a return trip soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quiet and Comfortable

Love the location! Close to the park and waterfront for stunning views. Quiet and comfortable home. Very responsive hosts!
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

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

Quiet and Clean

The updated home was both quiet and clean. Located in the Ruston area, it was perfect location. Easy access to Point Defiance Park and many other things in Tacoma. Although we didn’t cook here, it seemed to be very well stocked with utensils, coffee, etc. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerrie R.

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

Clean place

We enjoyed our stay in Tacoma. The property is pretty basic. Close to Point Defiance and the sound. Worked for what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

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

Great communication!

My family arrived late in the evening on a weekday and Victoria and Codi were accommodating in every way! They were communicative throughout the entire stay and went above and beyond to make sure our stay was comfortable. The bungalow is perfectly sized for 2-3 and so well crafted! Check in/out was easy and the location was perfectly stationed between Mt Rainier and downtown Seattle. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan O.

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

Safe location

Owners were good communicators. Felt safe at night. Quiet neighborhood. Close to a lot. Smaller house but luckily we weren’t there much besides at night. Recommend if your stopping through town but not if your expecting a spectacular interior decorated place.
Stayed 25 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Great location, great hosts, great home

We had a wonderful experience staying at the Point Defiance bungalow. We wanted to be close to family and Point Defiance and the location was perfect. The hosts made us feel very welcome. They are great communicators and went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable. They even delivered replacement kitchen tools to us on the day of our arrival (some went missing). We found the house super clean and well outfitted. The kitchen was much more complete than other VRBOs that we have stayed at in the past. The location is great, especially if you like to hike. The trails in Point Defiance are fabulous. Being close to Rustin and North Tacoma is a big plus too. We plan to stay here again the next time visit family in Tacoma.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sarah P.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Property needs work!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Korey C.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maryantonia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

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Hosted by Codi & Victoria

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