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Charming Vashon Island Cottage - Just 3 minutes from the ferry.

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Vashon, WA
  • Palouse Winery
    15 min walk
  • Shinglemill Creek Trail
    3 min drive
  • Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum
    5 min drive
  • Tacoma, WA (TIW-Tacoma Narrows)
    50 min drive

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4.3 out of 5, Excellent, (15)
The price is CA $138
per night
CA $337 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Vashon Farmhouse

About the area

Vashon Island

In Vashon Island .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum and 12 miles (20 km) of Seattle Chinese Garden. Museum of Flight and Showbox SoDo are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Palouse Winery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • T-Mobile Park - 52 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Seattle Waterfront - 53 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 - 61 min drive - 27.9 km

Getting around

  • Tacoma Dome Station - 51 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wild Mermaid - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Birdhouse - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Endolyne Joes - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Camp Colvos Brewing - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Snapdragon - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Vashon Island Cottage - Just 3 minutes from the ferry.

Enjoy peace and quiet at the Cottage at Useful Bear Farm. Vashon Island has lots to offer year-round: beaches, hiking, biking and bird-watching. Conveniently located near the north-end ferry and close to town where there are wonderful shops and restaurants. The cottage has full kitchen, bathroom and living/dining room on the first floor. Upstairs is a large sleeping loft with queen bed separated by a divider and a trundle bed and sleeper sofa. A portion of the proceeds from the cottage go to local housing programs.

Property manager

Debra Gussin

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets 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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Charming Vashon Island Cottage - Just 3 minutes from the ferry. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

julia y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Vashon get-a-way & LOVELY property
This was our first visit to Vashon, on the recommendation of friends. WONDERFUL property and hosts/owners. The location is super close to the ferry, close to the main island 'downtown' area, and overall lovely. If you love the 'rural' feel with fresh fruit from orchard trees, and fresh eggs from chickens (owners shared some eggs! -yum!) - then you will LOVE this location. Inside was clean, decorated in tasteful/simple/elegant style. For short stays you will have everything you need. *Note - if you have issues with stairs, the steps are few, but rather steep. Good railings, but... just FYI... Overall - a 9.8 out of ten! (0.2 for the stairs) - outside of that, GO FOR IT - you won't be disappointed!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Welcoming hosts, beautiful property, best bedding.
Fresh eggs, a bouquet, and a lovely message left in the cottage by the friendly host who introduced herself after we parked. We were encouraged to enjoy the surroundings and pick some apples. We loved the down comforter/pillows and cotton sheets on the bed, and soooooo many amazing quilts to cuddle up with. The check in and check out times are so generous. We would definitely stay here again. We also heard an owl when we got back from dinner, which was really cool.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

devin s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vashon Overnight Stay
From arrival to departure, my wife and I had a great stay. The house was clean and wonderfully styled. My wife enjoyed the stained glass upon entering the front door. The stairs were a bit steep so if you have kids or older individuals staying there, just be cautious. The house had everything we needed from silverware, linen, boardgames, & books. Deborah was very welcoming. She told us we were free to explore the farm and even left us some homegrown eggs on the counter. If we ever come back and this place is available, we will definitely be staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little house!
We'd stay here again. Host was friendly and accessible. House was small (as expected), but really nice and very clean. Bright and welcoming. The only downside is that the house number sign was a little hard to see from the road, but that was easy to get used to.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chloé D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property!
We had a fantastic stay at this property on Vashon. It was incredibly easy to find and to check in to the house. Our friendly hosts set up a lovely place to stay and we even had fresh eggs waiting for us. Thank you for welcoming us to your lovely property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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Beautiful property with a cozy and spacious house
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get away
This outstanding property on vashon Island with It's very easy access by car to the ferry system and or water taxi it an ideal location to explore Seattle and the northwest. Host was great, place was ready on time. Check out was easy. Very quite and relaxing. Kitchen had all you need to cook meals. There was clean towels and fresh lines on the bed. I enjoyed my stay. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juli

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, the host was very friendly. Easy to get to and find. The plums they left out for us from their farm were the best I’ve ever had. Would stay here again and recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edna Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vashon Getaway
Comfortable, clean, and thoughtfully stocked. Great location and easy to get to. Hosts were perfect, available but unobtrusive. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay
Everything about the stay was excellent. It's a great little place if you want some time on the island. Very clean, close to town and the north end ferry, and the beds were extremely comfortable. Absolutely recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte S.

Liked: Cleanliness
great stay
So clean and well stocked. Beautiful little cabin. We were a bit worried of the bedrooms being upstairs because of the heat, but not to worry, Debra thought of that too. Fans and and AC unit were running when we arrived. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

April M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Host! Couldn’t have been any better!
Property was exactly as described. We were in town for a wedding, and did not have a ride. No ubers! Debra was kind enough to offer transportation and an early check in to accommodate. Would love to go back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting
This charming cottage was perfectly appointed and so comfortable. Convenient to the ferry and the downtown restaurants and shops. Deborah greeted us on arrival and made sure we had everything we needed. We hope to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vashon yellow cottage
Very charming cottage and nice decor. Fresh eggs on the kitchen counter. All the the extras of soaps to suntan lotion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and perfect
My husband and I booked this cottage for a short getaway from Tacoma. The cottage was easy to find, and parking was clearly labeled. The cottage is on the property of the hosts, main house, but it felt much more private than that. The Space felt very spacious, there were tons of outlets to plug-in our devices, and the kitchen was stocked with everything we needed for any light meals. They even had an organized drawer with miscellaneous things like tape, safety pins, pens, extra chargers, etc. Deborah had left us a small bowl with eggs from their chickens, and a little bouquet of flowers, which was adorable. We did not bring our toddler daughter, but they had a highchair and other things that she would need if she had come with us. The location was great and my husband and I brought our bikes. We did a short bike ride into downtown Vashon for dinner and a movie. We had an excellent weekend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away From Home
The cottage suited us perfectly for the purpose of our visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary
It was super homey and refreshing. Everything was clean and very quiet. The property owner left us eggs and fresh tulips. The stairs are a bit steep to the upstairs but well lit. Be aware there is no TV so if your looking to watch a late night movie bring a laptop or portable TV. We never had any interaction at all with the owner. The main window of the cottage looks directly into the homeowners own main house so for privacy you have to close the main blinds in the main area of the home that lets in light. The back part of the home is beautiful with the cherry blossom trees blooming, you just have to look past the old sink randomly placed in the middle of the brush. Overall a nice stay. Peaceful, quiet,clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Weekend Getaway
My partner and I had a lovely stay. The house is really well appointed and comfortable. It definitely had a farm house/cabin vibe. It was very quiet and peaceful. We had a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
LOVELY CHILLY GETAWAY
Enjoyed our overnight stay in this lovely little cabin. it is record temperatures, super cold (20 degrees) but the owners had lots of nice touches, plenty of blankets, throw blankets, even snuggly socks in a basket by the door. Loved the fresh eggs from their chickens. it was so cold we did not bother to put our cold food items in the fridge. Brrr. Thanks for the lovely accommodations, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Everything was perfect. One exception the twin bed was pretty uncomfortable. I ended up on a couch which worked out fine for me. Hosts are generous and helpful. 5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We truly enjoyed our stay at this charming and cozy cottage. The owners were friendly and made us feel welcomed.

4/10 Poor

Deborah

Prior to my arrival, I hadn't received ANY communication from the owners of the property. No one was there to greet me. I knocked on the main property & no one was home except a barking dog. I returned to the cottage to discover the door was unlocked, which was disconcerting. The pervasive odors of bacon and DOG were all over. There was rotten food in the refrigerator and I wanted to turn around and get back on the ferry. Hours later I received an email. The owners were off island for the weekend. How lucky for them.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and tasteful
We had a very pleasant stay. Everything was thoughtfully detailed. The upstairs sitting area was our favorite place to hang out, and that was in addition to a living room downstairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

john h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vashon stay
Very quiet and comfortable…enjoyed our stay and would stay again! High marks for Debra who was very pleasant and accommodating! Enjoyed the fresh eggs!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023