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Watch Ships Come into Port from Bed-

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Outdoor dining
Prospect Hill’s upscale neighborhood welcomes you to this beautiful home, offering outstanding views of Commencement Bay and walking distance to hip Old Town North Tacoma. Enjoy the spacious property with private den, living room, fireplace seating area and 2 balconies or lawn areas for outdoor gatherings.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11228 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Watch Ships Come into Port from Bed-

Newly Redone. Beautiful Home. Close to Everything, with Outstanding Views of Commencement Bay. Walking distance to hip Old Town North Tacoma. Minutes to the Waterfront. High End Neighborhood. This roomy 6 bedroom home is new to the vacation and corporate rental market. It has been designed with you in mind. 6 bedrooms, open kitchen, private den, living room, fireplace seating area, laundry and 3 bathrooms allow you the privacy and space you need to enjoy your time in Tacoma. ((Please take a moment to watch the video)The large picture windows provide breathtaking views of the Bay and Old Town Tacoma. Lay in bed and watch the ships come in to port. The spacious property provides plenty of room to gather outside on one of the two balconies or lawn areas and enjoy your time. Shoot some basketball while others are enjoying an outdoor meal. Rainy days in Tacoma are beautiful when seen gazing out the window from in front of the cozy fireplace. The firework show from your balcony on the fourth of July is nothing short of amazing. We made sure to pick out new comfortable mattresses for all six of the bedrooms. Coffee maker, large TV, washer and dryer and all the kitchen items you will need to make yourself at home during your stay.

Close to everywhere you need and want to be, Prospect Hill is one of the most sought after areas of Tacoma. Perched above it all yet minutes from UPS, Museums, Tacoma Dome, Downtown Tacoma, Ruston Way, Water Activities, Point Defiance Park and walking distance to the popular Old Town Tacoma. Prospect Hill is an upscale, safe and beautiful neighborhood.

This home has been in our family for over 40 years. It is such a special place. It was such a blessing having coffee each day on the balcony, opening your eyes each morning and looking out at the harbor before your feet even hit the floor, gathering together for dinner parties, bbq lunches outside on the lawn or just enjoying time with those you love, this is the place you want to be.

Although we no longer live at this home, we have decided to keep it in the family and share it with others for vacation, short term rental or business travel. You will love this home and this setting and we will love knowing that you are enjoying it.

We have often used travel sites to book homes when we travel. We have felt most comfortable in the homes who pride themselves in cleanliness. We have a professional cleaning staff and have set the highest of standards for cleanliness. Your comfort is very important to us.

Please let us know how we can assist you in making your stay everything you hoped it would be. We are available by phone 24 hours and want to help you with any details or accommodations you need. We list this home to accommodate 11 but it can accommodate more if someone would like to sleep on the couch. Please let us know if your family is larger and needs more room.

For a great, ON the Water...waterfront experience, see our 2 other vrbo listings
https://www.vrbo.com/1414069

And

https://www.vrbo.com/1045099

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking on premisis

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,450 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Have safe trip
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No Parties. Quiet time after 10pm to not disturb neighbors.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Strict no pet policy

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: High Chair available

Events

No events allowed
Check with owners, will allow small gatherings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on premisis

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
Note from host: Check with owners, will allow small gatherings
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Watch Ships Come Port Bed House Tacoma
Watch Ships Come Port Bed House
Watch Ships Come Port Bed Tacoma
Watch Ships Come Port House
Watch Ships Come Into From
Watch Ships Come Into Port From Bed- Tacoma
Watch Ships Come Into Port From Bed- Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Tacoma, WA

What's nearby

  • University of Puget Sound - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Tacoma Dome - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 10 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Union Station - 11 min drive
  • Theater District Station - 11 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duke's Seafood Tacoma - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hank's Bar & Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Corbeau - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Katie Downs Waterfront Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Woven Seafood & Chophouse - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Watch Ships Come into Port from Bed- pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Watch Ships Come into Port from Bed-?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watch Ships Come into Port from Bed-?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Watch Ships Come into Port from Bed- located?

This family-friendly Tacoma vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Job Carr Cabin Museum, Wright Park, and 6th Ave. W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory and University of Puget Sound are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Watch Ships Come into Port from Bed- Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 130 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for our son’s wedding and wanted a house for relatives to meet off and on throughout the weekend. It was perfect! Everyone loved sitting on the front deck enjoying the beautiful water view.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great stay

Comfortable house, plenty of space, great location, no issues, great communication
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing! House was spotless and views were spectacular! Location was close enough to be able to walk to water and walk along shore. Amazing grocery store, shops and restaurants on Proctor street which was less then a 5min drive. we wish we could have stay longer and hope to be back again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

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

Wonderful

Gorgeous views and very comfy stay. We loved it!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rori H.

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

Beautiful Views

I was super impressed with how cute and quaint this neighborhood was. This house was super spacious and had more than enough room for our family. My favorite part was enjoying the ocean views every morning on the giant balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis P.

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

Everyone Loved It!

Our 3-generation family of 9 guests all loved this space. First level BR was critical for the grandparents as upstairs is not friendly to anyone with mobility issues. But the house, despite being old and creaky is well kept and the location and views were all very enjoyable. We especially appreciated the well-stocked kitchen. The owner was responsive and supportive. Five star property. Thanks Annie!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

Nice house great views.

Every thing was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey T.

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

Great Location

We were there for a wedding. The location was close to everything we were involved in. Host was very accommodating. Home was comfortable and supplied all our needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julia K., Park City

Wonderful home to spend the 4th of July

This house was in the perfect location. We loved the cozy rooms. Very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Denise R.

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

Annual friends outing

We had a wonderful time at the the house and would consider coming again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

eve b.

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

An absolutely amazing home

Our family rented this house when we came to Tacoma for our son’s wedding and we couldn’t be happier… the house was meticulous, the views amazing and the owners easy to communicate with. We were able to walk almost everywhere and really enjoyed the neighborhood
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beccie B.

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

A Must Stay kinda place

We loved this place. It worked well for my daughters wedding and the multiple family members that came and went from town. Host went above and beyond for us. We needed to check in early and then extended it for an additional day. Annie was so accommodating. 10+++ starts for this property and for the host!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosene B., Anchorage, Alaska

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

Family reunion

This was a wonderful place for a gathering. Beautiful house with breathtaking view! Very responsive hosts, Daily adventures and hikes. But the kitchen was amazing. We cooked all our meals together because we love cooking! And there was every kind of cooking implement we needed! Everything was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria D.

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

Beautiful house beautiful view

This house definitely made our time in Tacoma so much better. We were all there for my son’s wedding. The whole family loved the house so much they hated to leave. In particular my DIL wants to know the name of the mattress downstairs.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

Great Place!

We (9) stayed here for a week and loved it! This house is very well appointed and equipped and the hosts are extremely accommodating. When I told them that we were having a wedding rehearsal dinner with approximately 20 guests they brought over extra dishes and BBQ utensils. I highly recommend this place. Very clean, convenient to shops and restaurants, fantastic view from the living rooms, master suite, and decks. We had an after wedding brunch (15 guests) on the lawn that didn't end until 5:00 pm because it's just a great place to hang out and visit. I would definitely stay at this place again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tabbatha W.

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

Room for the whole family.

This property was so nice. The whole family came for our daughter’s graduation. There is room for everyone. We had 11 adults and a four year old and four cars (with room for at least two more). Grocery stores were very close by as well as restaurants and coffee shop. If you plan to do any cooking and have left overs, you may need foil, plastic wrap, or ziplocs. The coffee grinder and coffee pot were A+. We replaced a few skillets that were at the end of their life and were reimbursed!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

R. Joseph S.

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

Amazing Views and Value

This beautiful home is tucked away in Tacoma just above the Old Town area with expansive, panoramic views of Puget Sound, Brown’s Point, and Commencement Bay. As much as the listing talks about and shows pictures of the view, the descriptions and photos don’t do justice to the breathtaking vistas. The home is spacious with a nice bedroom and bathroom on the ground floor and the rest of the bedrooms and bathrooms upstairs. Two bedrooms upstairs share the expansive views you find from the main level living areas, and there is a balcony upstairs, as well as a large porch on the ground level. The home was immaculate and comfortable. Check in and out were a breeze. And Annie was very helpful and immediately responsive any time we had a concern. The location of the home is easy to find,near the end of a quiet and very narrow road. And from the home you can easily walk down the large hill to the water along Ruston Way, and there are several markets, restaurants, and coffee shops within a 5-10 minute drive. Overall, the value of the home is hard to beat. We can’t wait to stay here again next time we find ourselves in the Tacoma area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

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

It’s the view!

We were in Tacoma for a family wedding. We filled most rooms with family, and had a couple of friends of the bride use the extras. It was big enough for everyone to have space. We had a small party after the rehearsal, and all sat on the downstairs balcony to watch the city, the bay and the mountains. The kitchen was well-appointed (we never cooked a dinner), and filled all our needs. We racked our brains to see if there was anything negative about the house, and didn’t think of any. But it’s the view that makes the house; if I returned for another week, I’d plan some mornings and evenings to just sit on one of the balconies and watch Old Town and Commencement Bay. We saw an eagle, a sailing regatta, cargo ships, and even had a couple of Ranier sightings. Can’t recommend the house strongly enough!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view from this home was so beautiful! We sat on the porches all evening. We took walks around the neighborhood in the hills, so pretty. We loved this property! Thank you for having us!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave J.

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

Comfort, quiet, and a great view

Super comfortable, clean, well equipped kitchen, and nice conversation areas inside and out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

milton y.

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

Tacoma House

The property is very nice and the view is outstanding. We stayed here prior to a cruise that boarded in Seattle. The restaurants in the immediate area have outstanding fresh seafood. My wife and I and our two daughters and their family's stayed there. We did not eat in house much due to so many outstanding seafood restaurants being available. We could not pass them up as we looked at them at possibly a once in a lifetime opportunuty We had plenty of beds etc. While the house is smaller than we normally rent, we all felt comfortable. We booked far in advance and we were very happy with the home. We were somewhat surprised to find that the basement has an apartment in it and is rented out. While this was not an issue for us, I hope we did not disturb the tenant.We would hope we could rent it again if we are ever in the area.We sat in the lawn chairs and on the porches and very much enjoyed watching the ships etcThe residential area is very quiet and well kept
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy K.

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

Gorgeous Views, Incredibly Responsive Hosts

The house was just as advertised: gorgeous views of Puget Sound. So calm, so relaxing.It’s well stocked with everything you need.The beds are varying levels of firm and not so firm so we shifted around rooms, finding the right firmness for each person. It was nice to have that variability. It’s also conveniently located close to grocery stores and restaurants.The owners are incredibly fast to respond to any questions. They get 10 stars!The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 stars is the house has an ant problem. The owners came immediately and got rid of the ants in the room (Diningroom table). But later (we stayed a few days), I was stepping on ants in another room (upstairs bath). If they could eliminate the ant issue (and I don’t know how), this would be not a 5 star but a 10 star house.Would I stay there again? Absolutely I would love to.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Stowe S.

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

Beautiful view all around, nice neighborhood

As a local PNWer who knows the not so clean reputation of Tacoma, this beautiful neighborhood of Prospect Hill surprised me and impressed me greatly. So many beautiful, old, well-maintained houses. Lovely neighborhood.6 minutes to 2 supermarkets across the street from each other. 6 minute drive to a walk along the shore and restaurants. 11 minutes to the History Museum.We saw fireworks in all directions on New Year's Eve. Wonderful time.The house is very roomy. Landlord says she'll add a desk which will be convenient. Landlord is super responsive.We couldn't get the Amazon Fire stick to work, and were stuck with regular channels and Youtube. Hope that access will be better for the next guest.Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

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

Great time

Great plenty of dishes
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristeen S.

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

Incredible views

This home is perfect for family gatherings. The views are amazing and the neighborhood is beautiful and safe. The home owner is very kind and helpful. We took walks everyday and visited a delicious coffee house about a two minute drive away. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024