Guest Suite (1,300+ sq. ft. / 121 sq. m.)—Walk to Beach and Bridge
Gig Harbor, Pierce County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Guest Suite (1,300+ sq. ft. / 121 sq. m.)—Walk to Beach and Bridge DescriptionPerfect for families and business travelers. Just over the Tacoma Narrows, a private, large (1,300+ sq. ft. / 121 sq. m.), two-bedroom, one-bath in-law apartment in an amazing midcentury modern house with a full kitchen, large washer/dryer, two desks, high-speed wi-fi (150mbps), two bedrooms with king beds, a living room...
Guest Suite (1,300+ sq. ft. / 121 sq. m.)—Walk to Beach and Bridge DescriptionPerfect for families and business travelers. Just over the Tacoma Narrows, a private, large (1,300+ sq. ft. / 121 sq. m.), two-bedroom, one-bath in-law apartment in an amazing midcentury modern house with a full kitchen, large washer/dryer, two desks, high-speed wi-fi (150mbps), two bedrooms with king beds, a living room with a 4K 55" Smart TV, queen sofa bed, and a dining table. Private entrance and plenty of off-street parking. Sleeps a maximum of six people.The spaceMy home is a custom midcentury modern house designed by Pacific Northwest architect Alan Liddle—a Frank Lloyd Wright associate. It sits on almost an acre of wooded land in a residential neighborhood adjacent to WA Highway 16 and steps from the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. The suite is over 1,300 sq. ft. in a sunny daylight basement.The house has central air-conditioning and heat with vents in the suite though there is no thermostat in the suite. I keep the house on the cool side. There are built-in wall heaters in the living room and each bedroom plus extra blankets for chilly nights.Coffee, tea, and bottled water are available in the kitchen, along with cooking basics—spices and oils.Guest accessThere are steps down from the parking area to the suite.The guest suite is a large, private, sunny daylight basement apartment consisting of a spacious living/dining room, full kitchen, one bathroom, en-suite oversized washer/dryer, and two bedrooms. The rest of the house is where I live. Feel free to walk around the property. On a clear day, you'll catch an amazing bridge, water and mountain view from the southeast corner of the property.Guest interactionThe guest suite has a keypad lock so you're able to self check-in. I'll send you an access code a few days before you check in. The code is changed for each guest.If I'm home when you arrive I'll be happy to meet you, show you the space, and answer any questions. If, while you're here, you need anything at all please don't hesitate to ask. Neighborhood overviewThe neighborhood has easy access to Washington Highway 16 yet is off the beaten path. As you walk around the property and the neighborhood you'll glimpse bridge, Mount Rainier, and water views through towering trees. There's a beautiful waterfront park with beach access at the end of the street and a hidden, wooded park around the corner. Also, we're just minutes by car from downtown Gig Harbor, restaurants, and shops.About a block away is the pedestrian/bike trail that crosses the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. From the house to the middle of the bridge is a 20-minute walk. It's definitely a must-see with spectacular views.Points of Interest: - Downtown Gig Harbor — 4.6 miles - University of Puget Sound — 5.7 miles - Tacoma Dome — 9.1 miles - Museum of Glass — 9.7 miles - University of Washington, Tacoma Campus — 9.9 milesGroceries - Safeway, Gig Harbor — 2.8 miles - Metropolitan Market, Gig Harbor -3.0 miles- Fred Meyer, Gig Harbor — 3.3 miles - Trader Joe's, University Place — 5.0 miles - Whole Foods Market, University Place — 5.0 milesRestaurants - The Hub, Gig Harbor — 1.3 miles - Green House, Gig Harbor — 3 miles - Lele Thai Vietnamese, Gig Harbor — 3 miles - Moctezuma's Mexican, Gig Harbor — 3 miles - Blue Agave Mexican, Gig Harbor — 3 - Tides Tavern (21 and older), Gig Harbor — 4.4 miles - Seven Seas Brewery, Gig Harbor — 4.4 miles - Spiro's Pizza, Gig Harbor — 4.4 miles - Netshed No. 9, Gig Harbor — 4.8 milesRestaurants Across the Narrows - Boathouse 19, Tacoma — 4.1 miles - Anthony's At Point Defiance, Tacoma — 6.4 milesFerries — All are passenger and car ferries. - Southworth to Vashon Island and West Seattle — 23.1 miles - Bremerton to Downtown Seattle — 26 miles - Kingston to Edmonds — 49.1 miles - Bainbridge Island to Downtown Seattle — 49.7 miles - Port Townsend to Whidbey Island — 72.2 miles - Port Angeles, WA to Victoria, British Columbia, Canada — 98.3 milesI-5 Corridor - Downtown Tacoma — 6 miles - SeaTac International Airport — 29 miles - Downtown Seattle — 40 miles - Bellevue, WA — 43 miles - Microsoft, Redmond, WA — 49.6 miles - Puyallup Fairgrounds — 17.1 miles - State Capital, Olympia, WA — 34.5 miles - Portland, Oregon — 147 miles - Peace Arch, Blaine, WA, Canadian Border — 152 miles - Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada — 182 milesCascade Mountains - Mt. St. Helens Visitor Center — 95 miles - Mt. Rainier, Carbon River — 45.7 miles - Mt. Rainier, Paradise — 80.9 miles - Mt. Rainier, Sunrise — 88.4 miles - Roslyn, WA (Northern Exposure fame) — 103 miles - Leavenworth, WA — 155 miles - Winthrop, WA — 229 milesOn the Olympic Peninsula - Poulsbo, WA — 40.3 miles - Port Townsend, WA — 72.2 miles - Port Angeles, WA — 98.3 miles - Marymere Falls, Lake Crescent — 118 miles - Quinault Rain Forest — 120 miles - Forks, WA — 154 miles - Ruby Beach — 158 miles - Cape Flattery — 176 miles - Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center — 186 milesGetting aroundWe're not accessible by public transportation so you'll need a car (or taxi, Uber, Lyft).There's plenty of on-property parking. There is a toll to cross the Tacoma Narrows Bridge leaving Gig Harbor (no toll entering Gig Harbor). It's $6 cash or $7 pay-by-mail. If you're in a rental car, check with the rental company before using pay-by-mail as they might have additional fees. Alternatively, you can buy a Good-To-Go pass, which costs $5 and reduces the toll to $5.Other things to noteYou'll probably hear us move about during the day. Most nights we're in bed and sound asleep before 11 pm and these days whenever I entertain it's usually during afternoon hours.We are very close to the bridge so you can hear highway traffic when outside, especially during the morning rush hour. Inside the suite is very quiet, almost completely silent.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- WiFi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper
- Basic soaps
- Heating
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Kettle
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Entertainment
- Television
- Smart TV
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Location type
- Beach
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Kitchen
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Pet-friendly
- Dryer
- Parking available
- Air conditioning
Languages spoken
- Dutch
- French
- English
- Italian
Beach
- Beach nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Family friendly
- Children's dinnerware
- Travel cot
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Oven
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Sofa bed
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Towels provided
- Shower
- Toilet paper
Living spaces
- Dining table
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Laundry
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Office
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Up to 9 kg per pet
- Welcoming dogs only
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:00 PM
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
- Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Gig Harbor
Located in Gig Harbor, this holiday home is near the beach. Tacoma Musical Playhouse and Harbor History Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit 6th Ave and Tacoma Mall. Check out an event or a game at Tacoma Dome, and consider making time for Wild Waves Theme and Water Park, a top attraction not to be missed.
Nearby locations
- Tacoma Narrows Bridge 3 min drive
- University of Puget Sound 9 min drive
- Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium 12 min drive
- Tacoma Dome 12 min drive
- Point Defiance Park 16 min drive
Getting around
- Tacoma Dome Station 12 min drive
- Convention Center Station 12 min drive
- Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) 37 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's 7 min drive
- Starbucks 7 min drive
- Dairy Queen 7 min drive
- Bbq2U 5 min drive
- Gyro Bites 5 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Guest Suite (1,300+ sq. ft. / 121 sq. m.)—Walk to Beach and Bridge pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Guest Suite (1,300+ sq. ft. / 121 sq. m.)—Walk to Beach and Bridge?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Guest Suite (1,300+ sq. ft. / 121 sq. m.)—Walk to Beach and Bridge?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Guest Suite (1,300+ sq. ft. / 121 sq. m.)—Walk to Beach and Bridge located?
Situated near the beach, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Performance Golf Center and within 3 miles (5 km) of Tacoma Narrows Bridge and Tacoma Musical Playhouse. Cushman Trail and Titlow Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).