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Historic Charming Boat in Downtown Harbor

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Property grounds
Private kitchen
Interior
Marina
Marina

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Gig Harbor, WA
  • Point Defiance Park
  • Sunrise Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gig Harbor

In Gig Harbor .Within a 15-minute walk of the houseboat, you'll find Skansie Brothers Park and Grandview Forest Park. Harbor History Museum and Cushman Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Crescent Creek Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • St. Anthony Hospital - 6 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Sunrise Beach - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Tacoma Dome - 18 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 18 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • Union Station - 18 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tides Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brimstone Pnw - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪7 Seas Brewing - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Charming Boat in Downtown Harbor

Floating cozy and charming "Shamrockin" is located in the heart of Gig Harbor where all of the historic sites and restaurants are within a short walking distance. Rare boat at a rare historic net shed and dock. Use the provided kayaks to paddle around lovely Gig Harbor--or paddle to the Tides Tavern or Anthony's seafood for lunch! Complete with two staterooms, a cozy fireplace, and a view of sunsets and Mount Rainier! Sit on the upper deck for coffee/cocktails, bbq on the dock, watch activity.
The space
Gig Harbor is known as the maritime city. Our net shed was built by a famous historic fisherman, Spiro Babich. The dock allows you to watch the boats, paddle boarders, gondolas, kayakers and working fishing boats go by! Shamrockin' is small,-know that it's a boat that rocks when folks move around, the shower is a hand held sprayer situation, and you must be nimble to move about. What you get in return is a teak and holly charming fully equipped getaway literally on the water and we think you'll love it. Two kayaks ready for your use!
Guest access
The net shed and other boats are not part of the rental.
Other things to note
Occasionally there will be events/celebrations in the net shed. It’s too cool of a venue to not have parties in. 😎 Please feel free to walk through to access your boat. Know that we will comply with quiet hours at 10pm too.

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Property amenities

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
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. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic Charming Boat in Downtown Harbor to the airport?

This houseboat is 35.7 mi (47-min drive) away from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Charming Boat in Downtown Harbor ?

As of Sep 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Charming Boat in Downtown Harbor on Oct 5, 2025 start from $167.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Historic Charming Boat in Downtown Harbor have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this houseboat.

How close is Historic Charming Boat in Downtown Harbor to the beach?

This houseboat is 7.1 mi (20-min drive) from Fox Island Sand Spit and 10.7 mi (32-min drive) from Owen Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Historic Charming Boat in Downtown Harbor offer free breakfast?

This houseboat does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Charming Boat in Downtown Harbor ?

No, there is no casino at this houseboat, but Emerald Queen Casino (16-min drive) and BJ's Bingo (19-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Historic Charming Boat in Downtown Harbor ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic Charming Boat in Downtown Harbor ?

Free parking is not available at this houseboat.

Does Historic Charming Boat in Downtown Harbor have a pool?

This houseboat does not have a pool.

Does Historic Charming Boat in Downtown Harbor have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this houseboat.

How close is Historic Charming Boat in Downtown Harbor to downtown Gig Harbor?

This houseboat is 0.1 mi away from Gig Harbor.