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The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

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Hoodsport, WA
  • Popular LocationHood Canal16 min walk
  • Popular LocationStottle Winery Tasting Room Hoodsport3 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Cushman13 min drive
  • AirportTacoma, WA (TIW-Tacoma Narrows)82 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

This is a true waterfront property with beach access. The main house has everything you need for a great stay. Comfortab...
Al G.
Sep 5, 2023

About this property

Entire place

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

The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway

Welcome to Giggle Fish on Hood Canal! Our waterfront beach home is the ideal place to relax and take in the peaceful views of Hood Canal. With three bedrooms, it comfortably accommodates six people. Our property is fenced all the way around and is pet friendly. There are many places to relax, inside and out. With decks off both the beach cabin and the boat house, you can find both sun and shade during the summer months. The outdoor area offers plenty of seating, a fire pit, a lawn for playing, and easy access to the beach. In the winter months, the inside area is a cozy spot for relaxation. Play a board game, read a book, or cook a nice meal in our well appointed kitchen. From all the windows, you’ll enjoy watching the various wildlife from bald eagles, herons and other seabirds, to seals, sea lions, and even the occasional whale.

Just north of the town of Hoodsport, our location offers quick access to grocery and restaurant options as well as plenty of outdoor activities. There is wonderful hiking throughout the Olympic National Forest and at nearby lakes. Hoodsport is a scuba diving paradise, as we are very close to Sund Rock Marine Preserve. A short drive north brings you to Hama Hama Oyster Saloon, a fun place to enjoy outdoor dining on local eats, or to purchase local shellfish. There are also golf courses and casinos nearby. Of course once you walk through the gate of the property, you may not want to leave!
*Please note that there is parking for 2 cars. Parking is between the fenced yard and Highway 101, and is narrow. *

Property manager

Jolene Elkins

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $25 per pet/per night fee-Maximum 2 pets

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 deadbolt lock
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
The Giggle Fish~beachfront Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway

About the neighborhood

Hoodsport

Located in Hoodsport, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Olympic Peninsula and Hood Canal. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, snorkeling, and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Hood Canal - 16 min walk
  • Stottle Winery Tasting Room Hoodsport - 3 min drive
  • Lake Cushman Forest Reserve - 5 min drive
  • Potlatch State Park - 11 min drive
  • Lake Cushman - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tides - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Union Square Deli - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Model T Pub & Eatery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hoodsport Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪2 Margaritas - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hoodsport vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Olympic Peninsula and Hood Canal. Ingvald J Gronvold Park and Sunshine Creations Northwest are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 123 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Al G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy Waterfront Stay
This is a true waterfront property with beach access. The main house has everything you need for a great stay. Comfortable furniture inside and out. 2 spacious bedrooms upstairs and a big open kitchen, dining and living space plus full bathroom downstairs. Dining and grill outside as well. The small cabin has a full bathroom and bedroom. Close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Giggle Fish
Charming place with lots of character
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Suzanne K.

Nice house noisy location
The house is very attractive and well equipped with a lovely deck overllooking the water. Unfortunately it is on a really busy road with big trucks constantly passing starting from quite early in the morning. We arrived in pouring rain and did not have the access code as it had been sent to the wrong email, and the VRBO communication function was not working so had to call several times to reach the agent to get the code. There were problems with the water supply to the surrounding houses and our water was turned off while the neighbours tried to fix things, which was ok as we went out so they could complete. The agent kindly offered to bring extra water but we said we did not need but appreciated the offer. Communication on departure was also disappointing the booklet in the house said vacate by 12pm and the app with our booking details said depart by 11am - we rang 3 times and spoke to the person at the agency who had no information and said she would speak to the correct person and confirm, we never received a call back so left by 11am leaving the house tidy as requested. Our overall view is that we liked the house but the location was not as good as we had hoped due to noise We did visit laske cushon in the nearby state park and found a lovely restaurant in a hotel in Union which was nice as we were there for my birthday and there was very little choice in Hoodsport unless you wanted basic pub food.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Loved the view and accommodations! Great yard for kids and dogs. Only downside is the busy highway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little place on the water
Found this to be a lovely little place right on the hood canal - very well appointed and modern - only downside was the road noise - but not too bad and overall a great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M., Federal Way

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded Expectations
This place was a gem! Our portion of the beach was larger than I was expecting and the fenced in yard was perfect for our kiddo and pup. The house had everything we needed and although we ended up not needing the boathouse, I thought the addition of that space was great. The road noise was definitely a thing but it wouldn't detour me from renting this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
long overdue vacation time!
My husband and I had not had a vacation in over 5 years. We were so overdue to relax and have a place that we could take our dog. This was it! The yard is so secure that I never once worried about him. The spectacular views were something else. My favorite part was being able to listen to the waves and smell the fresh salt air. This was extremely hard to leave at the end of our vacation. A definite do over.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great water views and access.
This is probably the best house near Hoodsport. The fenced in yard was perfect for our dog, and to play lawn games while looking over the water. At high tide its a breeze to get your paddle boards or kayaks (bring your own) into the water. Yes you hear the traffic, but there is no other option if you want to be on the water, as all water front houses here are on route 101. There was a nice new large grill, and well stocked kitchen. We had a lovely time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cherita L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Water front
Nice little hide away right on the water. We enjoyed the yard and the views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fourth of July 2022
We really enjoyed our stay at Giggle Fish. The cabin was very clean and welcoming. The kitchen was fully equipped and they even had bags for the dogs deposits in the yard. The beds were very comfortable. My only suggestion would be to possibly have a small air conditioner in the upstairs bedrooms because they tend to be pretty hot in the warm weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
We have two sons who live in the Tacoma / Olympia area and visit each year. We try to find somewhere they will enjoy going as well as us. Giggle Fish was all it was promised to be!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Marcus D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental
Great for a family getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A peaceful relaxing get away in a wonderful house with spectacular views
Accessing the property was very easy and Jolene was very responsive, friendly, and helpful. The house has everything you need and was so clean, warm, inviting, and comfortable. The views were incredible and we loved the fenced large yard for our pup and the fire pit outside to enjoy in the evenings. The beds were super cozy and comfortable. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mara O'Callaghan-Santis O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Giggle fish
Loved staying at Giggle fish. The location was perfect for a family vacation. Enjoyed the wildlife from the deck, hiking Mt Eleanor and staircases and the brewery. The house had everything—well stocked and very clean!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house!
Really a great house that’s fully stocked with everything you’ll need. Waterfront access, fully fenced yard and huge deck really made it special. Also about 5 mins drive to town where there’s grocery store, restraunts and bars. 20 minute drive to Lake Cushman (highly recommend). We had a wonderful time and would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Albert T., WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect hood canal home
What a view! The location was perfect and the home and yard were fabulous. One of the most ideal rentals I have ever used!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay on hood canal
Property as advertised Clean, nice location Fully stocked kitchen Upstairs bedroom gets quite hot Nice outdoor space, could use a little grooming Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Time
The property was beautiful and set up well for dogs. Our party of women had a great time at the property celebrating our friends 60th birthday. The upstairs bedrooms were hot, but we quickly figured out how to cool it down. It might be really warm in the summer time. It was beautiful, we saw all kinds of wild life. It was fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
My husband has been going through chemotherapy and the Giggle Fish was the perfect place to get away, relax and try and forget about things for awhile. We both agree that just watching the tide come and go was good for the soul. The Giggle Fish is relaxing, has charm and everything you need to make your stay enjoyable. Its clean and the living room is cozy and comfortable. We hope to be back and stay in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
If I had a dream home, this is it!
Absolutely gorgeous! Right on the water where we had beach access and SCUBA dived right off the property. Came back and hung our gear on the fences and railings for it to dry and there was no wind to knock things around. We went inside and played board games and made dinner--it was awesome! The next night (after we dived at Sund Rock), we came home and had a nice little bonfire. We watched the sunset and roasted smores. The property was clean, well-furnished, and was an absolute paradise!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Camille G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Getaway
We had to find last minute accommodations for us and our pups for as we had some work done at home. Jolene is an efficient and gracious manager; paperwork was straightforward and processes were intuitive. The house itself is charming and welcoming, clean and bright. We enjoyed a stormy day, watching the water, and the yard was wonderfully secure for the girls. We feel so fortunate to have found a space to welcome the whole family safely. There is a bit traffic noise during the day from the highway for those of us sensitive to such things, but the views, charming and well apportioned home, friendly Hoodsport, and great management make it more than worthwhile.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brittany A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway!
We had a wonderful time at Giggle Fish with our three month old puppy! The house is in a beautiful location and the fenced in yard is private and spacious. The beds are extremely comfortable and the house is equipped with a variety of kitchen utensils/pots/pans to make you feel right at home. Large windows in the bedroom and living room overlook the water to make you feel like you are truly on vacation. We had a fire in the fire pit with our coffee on Sunday morning as the sun rose over the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristal D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property
The Giggle Fish was an outstanding stay. Everything in listing description was just as described. The kitchen was very well stocked with good cookware and spices. The house was amazingly clean. We cant wait to rent this rental again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Waterfront Property!
6 adults and 2 pups had a great time! Wish we could have stayed longer. We had all sorts of weather, but still enjoyed the fire pit through it all! The stars shone so brightly at night. We all want to come back in the summer when Hoodsport must be a hopping little town! Thank you for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dianne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
We were two couples staying here in late September for a long weekend. We loved having the main house and the small guest house - perfect, especially in these times of COVID. Both houses were very comfortable and clean with a well stocked kitchen. We were in the guest house which is a small bedroom with a 3/4 bathroom- perfect for us. Loved being right on the water.They have these nice rock carved steps going into the water - loved it and perfect for getting in and out for a swim! The only two things - based on the comments we thought there were kayaks for use but there weren’t (honestly maybe our mistake bc I’m not sure that’s in the listing), and during the day there is quite a bit of traffic noise. But - being right on the water, seeing porpoises, herons, and seals all day, on this lovely piece of property outweighed the noise for me. But if you really want something quiet, this may not be the place for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020