2 Br Private Vacation Home Vacation Rental In Bremerton, Washington

This enchanted forest escape will provide the calming setting your soul is craving! From the beautiful waterfall and stream surrounding the property, to the water views of the Puget Sound, five acres to explore, and just a quick peaceful walk down to beach access with use of kayaks and paddle boards…this property is ready for you to come relax and enjoy! Location is prime for exploring in any direction from easy access to Seattle Ferries, Military Bases, Hood Canal, and Olympic National Forest.

The BayView Retreat is a remodeled cottage sitting perched above the Liberty Bay Inlet surrounded by forest space. As you approach the property, you will head down the hillside driveway to enter the Illahee Manor Estate, a 5 acre property with five homes on it. Enjoy exploring the 5 acre property full of unique scenery, wildlife, and a small fruit tree orchard. Walk down the hillside path to the waterfront and enjoy a waterfront camp fire or a kayak trip around the calm inlet waters! Two kayaks and one stand-up paddle board provided for guest use. Please be advised the walk down the hill side path to the beach is a 5-minute walk for most. The pathway can be slippery when wet, so anyone with mobility issues should have someone else evaluate the path for them before beginning the walk down.

At the cottage you will be greeted by a beautiful waterfall with a natural stream surrounding the house. Cross over a picturesque bridge to enter the property. Inside the home you will find an open living room, dining room, and kitchen prepared to host your family of up to ten. The house is furnished with modern, comfortable pieces to help you relax. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything your family should need for cooking, and dining table with plenty of seating. The home has been updated and has all the modern touches you need, but still holds its old charm with original brick floors and elegant window fixtures.

Head up just a small flight of stairs to the primary bedroom, a den with fold out bed, a second bedroom, and two full bathrooms. The primary bedroom holds a King bed, and ensuite bathroom with tub and shower. Just off of the primary bedroom holds French doors to an office space with a desk and fold out couch to sleep an additional two guests. Down the hall holds a second bedroom and bathroom. The bedroom features a queen bed and bunk bed with trundle (sleeping a total of six in the room.) All beds have quality name brand mattresses, luxurious linens, and plenty of extra linens, blankets, and pillows.

Whether you want to stay local to Bremerton or use the area as a central point to explore, there is so much to do! The house is 5 minutes from Illahee State Park which is a 86 acre waterfront camping park great for exploring expansive trails and beaches. The house is also less than 15 minutes from the Bremerton to Seattle Ferry terminal where passengers can take the quick ferry ride over to Downtown Seattle and explore everything the city has to offer! For those willing to travel 30 mins - hour, the house is a perfect central location to travel to The Hood Canal, Poulsbo, Port Orchard, Tacoma, Gig Harbor, Tahuya Trails, and much more! Reach out to host for helpful info when creating your plans!

Guests are welcome to explore the full 5 acre property including a fruit tree orchard, waterfall, fountain courtyard, and pathway leading to the beach with kayak and paddle board access.

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The house is sitting on a beautiful 5 acre parcel with 4 other homes known as the Illahee Manor. The property features a fruit orchard, waterfall, stream, fountain, beach access with use of kayaks and paddle boards, and the very regular appearance of deer families. Guests are welcome to explore the full property while giving enough space to respect the privacy of the other homes. Please respect outdoor quiet hours between 10pm-8am.

10-15 Minute Drive:
- Bremerton to Seattle Ferry Terminal
- Illahee State Park
- Poulsbo, Silverdale, Bremerton, Port Orchard, Gig Harbor.
15-30 Minute Drive:
- Alternative Seattle Ferries
- Tacoma
30 Min. -1.5 Hour Drive:
- Seatac Airport
- Seattle
- Hood Canal
- Olympic National Forest
- Mountain Ski Resorts

Cell reception can be limited with some providers, however once connected to our very fast WIFI, you should not have any issues.

Located in Bremerton, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Space Needle and Pike Place Market are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 and Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66. Traveling with kids? Make time for Woodland Park Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Seattle Center. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking.