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Spacious waterfront home with hot tub, large decks, kayaks, and beach access

Escape to a tranquil waterfront retreat where nature’s beauty shines. Enjoy kayaking, bird watching or relax with loved ones by the bay.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Outdoor dining
TV, books, stereo

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spacious waterfront home with hot tub, large decks, kayaks, and beach access

Heron Reach

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Welcome to Heron Reach on Rocky Bay at Gig Harbor! Nestled in the pristine Key Peninsula of the South Puget Sound, this area is a habitat to marine and wildlife. This comfortable beachfront short-term rental includes many amenities for an unforgettable experience. Relax alongside the shoreline and watch through large picture windows how changing tides bring countless birds including herons, ducks, eagles, and marine wildlife as well as seals and sea otters. Even porpoises and orcas visit this area. Different wildlife return to Rocky Bay with each six-hour tidal change. Access to the beach is by way of a trail.

This 1,700 sq. ft. single-level home is well furnished and offers three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, including a large family room with comfortable furniture, air-conditioning, a large TV and stereo, WiFi, and plenty of entertainment options including indoor and outdoor games. A spacious kitchen is well equipped with many numerous appliances and a gas stovetop that will make cooking a breeze. A high chair and a Pack 'n Play are provided for the little ones. Through the sliding glass door, enjoy two decks, a large propane grill, and convenient outdoor dining while overlooking the ambiance of Rocky Bay. Beachcombing boots and water socks of various sizes are provided and await your exploration of sandy beaches at low tide.

Heron Reach on Rocky Bay offers a beautiful place for kayaking, bird watching, miles of beachcombing, and boating around the Puget Sound, with other recreational activities. Kayaks
are included for guests use to explore the saltwater nature up close. A dock is available should you choose to arrive by boat. Less than 16 miles away, the charming city of Gig Harbor hosts waterfront shops, cafés and restaurants. Seattle is a simple drive or an easy ferry ride away. The Olympic mountain range and Hood Canal are nearby or take a beautiful drive to the iconic Mt. Rainier.

Truly, everyone will have an amazing time here!

THINGS TO KNOW

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Washington

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Free toiletries

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Rafting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1700 sq ft (158 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
27887

About the neighborhood

Map
Gig Harbor, WA

What's nearby

  • Lake Minterwood - 10 min drive
  • Mason Lake - 27 min drive
  • Kopachuck State Park - 33 min drive
  • Tacoma Dome - 35 min drive
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • South Tacoma Station - 36 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Close To Home Espresso - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Big Bubba's Burgers - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Morning Star Espresso - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ravensara Espresso - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jr's Hideaway - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious waterfront home with hot tub, large decks, kayaks, and beach access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious waterfront home with hot tub, large decks, kayaks, and beach access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious waterfront home with hot tub, large decks, kayaks, and beach access?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious waterfront home with hot tub, large decks, kayaks, and beach access located?

This Gig Harbor vacation home is on the beach, 3.1 mi (5 km) from North Bay WDFW, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Doyle Pond and Carney Lake. Coulter Creek Park and Stansberry Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Spacious waterfront home with hot tub, large decks, kayaks, and beach access Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Well decorated and well maintained property in a beautiful setting. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ranchana b.

Cozy home
This place is very special, this is our third trip here. Love the view, friendly neighbor, great outdoor activities. Will come back again.
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10/10 Excellent

Moira K.

Nice home, lovely setting
Well appointed home, lovely setting by the tidal inlet with access to kayaks and the water. Very peaceful.
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10/10 Excellent

Ranchena B.

Peaceful and cozy home.
We love Ron and Sue’s home so much. In the living room, we can see the beautiful water view and those hummingbirds flying around. The bed is very comfortable, the decoration makes it feel like home. The most recommended place.
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10/10 Excellent

Cozy home on the beach
The house and owners are very nice. They accommodate you very well and are overall great people!. The house itself is very spacious and everyone has their own space. The hot water comes instantly in the shower and it feels very nice and powerful! The hot tub is also amazing and very clean. We would stay at this house again 100%
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10/10 Excellent

Dottie L.

The most beautiful and comfortable vacation home!
Heron Reach has it all! A gorgeous, quiet setting with privacy and spectacular views. We enjoyed the hot tub and large deck with gas BBQ each evening. The living room and bedrooms were so comfortable and beautifully styled. Every room was impeccably clean and supplied with things to anticipate any needs, such as extra towels, blankets, everything you might need in a kitchen and pantry, plus many other thoughtful extras. The host/owner went above and beyond to provide us with a wonderful experience. We hope to visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect place to be
Everything in HerronReach is perfect. Most recommended for all.

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just like home, only better...😊
This property had so much more than was listed! Such a great welcome basket with goodies! 😊 Fully stocked kitchen spices and utensils. Relaxing matter suite with beautiful view! Sad we didn't get to enjoy the hot tub -- we were so busy visiting the area: Mt Rainier, Seattle, Bainbridge Island, and downtown Gig Harbor Farmer's Market. Couldn't believe the wildlife with the water and mudflats; each has its own beauty!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great local getaway
We live in Gig Harbor but rented this house to celebrate my stepdaughter’s 16th birthday. Her friends had fun paddle boarding and soaking up the sun. The house was clean and had everything we needed. The only mishap was 3 different people got lost trying to locate the house using the Maps app on the iPhone. It worked fine on Google maps but apparently the iPhone map was sending people in another direction. Nothing the owner can control but just something to be aware of. We definitely plan to come back next summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family
Our family enjoyed the beach and kayaks. It was a quiet, lovely spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Amazing! Can’t wait to return!
The deck, the view, the beach access, the hot tub … we could not have asked for more! This was exactly the weekend getaway we’d hoped for. The owner is kind and accommodating. The home is thoughtfully and comfortably furnished - great beds! Shopping and dining in cute downtown Gig Harbor was fantastic. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was comfortable and well maintained.
Had a great experience with the rental and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen H.

Relaxing Waterfront Retreat
We loved the view to the water. The open floor plan and large windows. All the little things our hosts provided. It was wonderful .....we will be back to enjoy again!

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house
Nice relaxing trip- gave 4 stars to accuracy of online listing as I had to call customer service as unable to access or pay 2nd payment through VRBO. I had to download a 3rd party app. We use VRBO for all of our getaways and this is the first time I had to use a 3rd party. Not convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sara N., Tacoma, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get get away close to home
Quiet place on the water, beautiful sunrises, watched harbor seals play right in front of us! Tide goes all the way out in late afternoon revealing lots of sea treasures for the kids to find. Water is calm and warm!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

derrick b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully relaxing
Great place with a beautiful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Amazing views of bay and wildlife
The 4 of us stayed 4 nights at Heron Reach in July. The home is wonderfully appointed with everything you might need (spices, condiments, toiletries, boots, kayaks, toys etc.) The AC in the main room worked well to cool the common areas. We spent quite a lot of time on the back deck just watching the water and many birds (hummingbirds, finches, nut hatches, eagles, and of course herons). The hot tub was sparkling clean with a clear tent- which would be great if the weather doesn't cooperate. We had fantastic weather and explored the area- Gig Harbor and too many walking trails to remember. The pathway down to the water was an easy minute walk. At the bottom is Sandpiper lagoon, which transformed with the 16' tide change. We enjoyed the kayaks and corn hole as well. I would definitely recommend this VRBO for couples or families!

10/10 Excellent

Martha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House on the bay.
The house had great views of the bay and a nice deck to sit in and watch the birds. The hot tub on the deck was great. The house was clean and the beds were comfortable. The host was great to work with. He even brought us a dozen fresh eggs from his chickens. Overall it was a great experience for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Brittany P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moms weekend
The house was beautiful. The layout was easy to navigate. There was alot of amenities- books, games etc. We wished that the deck to the beach was accessible. Check in and check out times could be better arranged. It made us feel a bit rushed, but understand the circumstances with COVID protocol. The home offers alot of privacy. Overall we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Tiffany J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun getaway
We had a nice weekend at this property. The kids enjoyed kayaking in the bay and exploring at low tide. The hot tub was a nice place to relax. We appreciated the sweet extra touches- s’mores supplies, snacks, and a bottle of wine. The owners made sure we had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
One of the best places we have stayed
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time together from East coast to West coast
Property was all we could have hoped for plus more...we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beverly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful except for one thing . . .
Great location, beautiful house, everything we needed except a clean barbecue. When we opened it there was old food, foil, dirty utensils and grill, left from a previous user. I would assume the cleaning service would check for that so it was ready for the next renter. Other than that we had a wonderful 2 days there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

Absolutely wonderful
This is our new favorite place. Beautiful, quiet location with great views. The house was spotless and spacious with comfortable beds and a well-equipped kitchen. Friendly, generous owners (fresh eggs in the fridge from their chickens!) that give you your privacy, but are readily available if you need anything. The interior of the house is all on one level which my 84-year-old mom appreciated. I can't say enough positive things about this place. We just loved it. Can't wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Camille R.

Clean, comfortable and relaxing
We loved our stay at this home! It was clean, well stocked and comfortable. The hot tub was clean and inviting. Beautiful views. The owners added little touches that enhanced our stay, like providing wine, snacks and eggs from their chickens! They’ve thought of everything like providing mud boots for the beach. The owners are super friendly and welcoming without being intrusive. Great communication. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021