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Stay near Point Defiance Park in our charming 1-bedroom cottage

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Minutes from Point Ruston, this cozy cottage offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Enjoy shopping, fine dining, and entertainment or visit the nearby Point Defiance Zoo. The cottage is fully furnished to be your home away from home.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 466 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Stay near Point Defiance Park in our charming 1-bedroom cottage

Nestled near the heart of North Tacoma, this charming 1-bedroom cottage offers a cozy and inviting retreat for your next getaway. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, and all the necessary appliances to whip up delicious meals. Unwind in the comfortable living room, where you can enjoy the smart TV and a selection of video games, books, and toys for both adults and children.

Venture out and explore the nearby Point Ruston & Point Defiance Park, just a short walk away, or take a 10 minute drive to the Tacoma Dome and the Emerald Queen Casino. After a day of adventure, return to the cottage and take advantage of the in-unit laundry facilities, ensuring you have fresh clothes throughout your stay.

With free WiFi, air conditioning, and essential amenities like towels, basic soaps, and a hair dryer, this cottage provides all the comforts of home. Enjoy the outdoor furniture and soak in the peaceful atmosphere, or get some work done in the designated workspace. Whether you're seeking a relaxing getaway or a base to explore the local attractions, this charming cottage is the perfect choice for your Tacoma adventure.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 705 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please keep AC unit set at 70 degrees. If you are traveling with a pet please make sure to pick up after your dog in the back.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

1 No smoking 2 No open 🔥 3 Lock up before you leave 4 Pets must be properly created if left alone. Crate not provided by host. Pick up after your dog

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, 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

About the neighborhood

Located in West End, a neighborhood in Tacoma, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Fort Nisqually Living History Museum and Job Carr Cabin Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Pantages Theater and Tacoma Union Station Rotunda. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Tacoma Dome, or consider a night out at Court House Square. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Tacoma travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Point Defiance Park which includes a bay or harbor and general coastal views
    Point Defiance Park
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fort Nisqually Living History Museum which includes interior views
    Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium showing marine life
    Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • View of Mt Rainier from the beach
    Owen Beach
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cinemark Century Point Ruston
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Theater District Station
    11 min drive
  • Union Station
    13 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dairy Queen
    4 min drive
  • Cooper's Food and Drink
    4 min drive
  • Copper & Salt Northwest Kitchen
    19 min walk
  • Taco Street
    15 min walk
  • Lobster Shop
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay near Point Defiance Park in our charming 1-bedroom cottage pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stay near Point Defiance Park in our charming 1-bedroom cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay near Point Defiance Park in our charming 1-bedroom cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stay near Point Defiance Park in our charming 1-bedroom cottage located?

Located in West End, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Point Defiance Park and Fort Nisqually Living History Museum. Owen Beach and Cinemark Century Point Ruston are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Stay near Point Defiance Park in our charming 1-bedroom cottage Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location near Point Defiance. Walkable to multiple restaurants. Appreciated the fenced back yard for our dog and patio furniture to sit outside with her. Host was great communicator. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely 1 bedroom home with all the amenities. Quiet neighborhood, excellent for walking the dog, and an enclosed back yard. Comfy bed & couch and a well stocked kitchen. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shauna E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay

The cottage was spotless, attractively decorated, comfortable and completely functional. The location was quiet and perfect for us. Nora responded so quickly to my questions. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marni

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I highly recommend staying at this cottage. It had everything we needed. It was perfect. Very comfortable beds, great location, quiet neighborhood and so much more!! I definitely plan to stay here again and the owner was great at getting back to me quickly when reaching out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Third year in a row...

...renting this property for Daffodil Festival. It was super clean, as always, and easy to check in. Fantastic location!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliet D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend stay in Ruston

We had a great weekend in Ruston! The house was clean, easy to check into and was exactly what we needed to stay for a nearby wedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pt Ruston Cottage

Great location. Super clean. This was a perfect place!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 star stay!!!

This place is amazing and super cute also pet friendly which allowed us to have our 2 dogs while we went to watch our son compete in the state wrestling tournament. We will be back here in the future for sure! Also had an amazing price!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding VRBO

My stay was fantastic. The house was in a perfect location and was exactly as described. It was a cozy and comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

cozy cottage

Such an adorable nest to come back to after visiting with family. Very well appointed and the location is wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage getaway!

Loved staying at Nora’s Tacoma cottage for the thanksgiving holiday! The fully fenced in yard and parking was super helpful when traveling with our dogs. The house was super comfy and clean with every amenity you could ask for! Great neighborhood, can’t wait to come back and explore again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

alyssa s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for us + our dogs!

This property was exactly what we were looking for! It was the perfect size for us and our 2 medium size dogs, with a great backyard area and neighborhood to walk in. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jayner R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet house!

It's a very nice house.It's so close to the park and the zoo.The host was wonderful and I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debora L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cute cottage

The place was easy to find. Brilliant location. Very clean and much bigger than the photos shown. The host was amazing and so helpful. We will definitely keep this listing as one we will continue to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chery B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect area!

What a perfect place to visit the zoo the yacht club the waterfront markets and weekend farmers markets! Very clean and walkable to sandwich shops and coffee shops We will definitely be staying again! Thank you Nora!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage

Super convenient to everything. Loved the corner coffee shop and Defiance Park. Cottage was just as described and had all the conveniences.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

j r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and beautiful accommodations

The property is exactly as described and very clean. It was nice to be able to walk around the area and enjoy the scenery. The host is very responsive and helpful. I would recommend it to anyone looking in the area. Hope to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a stay with pets

Nora has a great home for a stay with pets. Her house is well appointed, for adults, kids and pets. She had a dog bed, dog bowls, and also a fully fenced yard. The bed was comfy, and the kitchen had everything we needed. I would highly recommend this home for a great stay with pets!highlyeveryev
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for traveling with your dog!

Host thought of everything. Great fence and backyard for the dog!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ruston Cottage

Wonderful! Beautiful accomodations. Very centrally located. Within walking distance to Point Defiance Park, a must see while in Tacoma. Host was wonderful. I would highly recommend her cottage to all, and I hope to return here in the future.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Point Ruston cottage

Nora the host was very helpful and had good communication! Its a really nice place for a dog with the big fenced in yard. Very comfortable house, well stocked kitchen, and nice surroundings to explore. We liked both restaurants within short walking distance - Antique Sandwich Co for lunch and Macaluso's Italian restaurant for dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tacoma stay

My husband and I stayed at this lovely home during a road trip. The house was very clean, the location was great (walking distance to shops, restaurants, walking path along the harbor), and the host (Nora) was so lovely! There were so many great touches that made the stay feel like a home away from home! 10/10 recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Do very much recommend!!!!!

This is by far the best short term rental we’ve stayed in! The location is wonderful, it’s on a very quiet street ( we only saw a few people and a couple of cars on the street in 4 days ) . It’s also wonderful for dogs. the back yard is very large, fenced, and with virtually no distractions. The house looks newly remodeled inside, very clean, although I would not recommend more than two adults because of the size. We had a great time , thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had everything we needed!

We were in town for a conference and some down time. This small house was well stocked with everything we needed and location was great for access to park, old town, ferry and Rustin Point. Neighborhood seemed safe. It was quite hot for a few days and the air conditioners though quite noisy were a great benefit!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect, just perfect.

So clean. One of the most comfortable beds I’ve experienced in a rental. Nice snack touches and filtered water in the fridge. And the A/C was a godsend on a hot, hot day.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024