Seaside stay .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this University Place vacation home, you'll find Chambers Bay Golf Course and Chambers Creek Dog Park. Also, South Beach is within 3 miles (5 km) and Narrows Plaza Bowl is within 6 miles (10 km).
Ready for your next Pacific Northwest escape? Look no further than this University Place vacation rental! With a prime location and an expansive backyard oasis complete with a private pool and personal volleyball court, this 5-bedroom, 3-bath house has everything needed for a memorable Tacoma area retreat. Be sure to visit the Point Defiance Zoo, check out downtown museums, or explore Chambers Creek Park during your stay!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom 1: 1 king bed - Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed - Bedroom 3: 1 full Murphy bed - Bedroom 4: 2 queen beds - Bedroom 5: 1 queen bed, 1 twin bed
INDOOR LIVING - Flat-screen TVs - Board games & books - Dedicated workspace
OUTDOOR LIVING - Private pool (4'-6' depth, heated) w/ large beach deck for chairs, mood lighting - Hot tub - Sauna - Furnished gazebo w/ TV, ceiling fan, curtains, 6' long gas fireplace, inter-hardwire plug-in, direct WiFi signal booster & mood lighting - Fenced backyard - Sand volleyball court (Pro Beach designed court, built to professional specs) - Outdoor dining, gas grill (propane provided) - Patio furniture - Basketball hoop - 2-story playhouse w/ carpet, lighting & children's toys
- 2 miles to Chambers Creek Regional Park: beach, trails, golf course - 8 miles to Downtown Tacoma - 8 miles to Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium - 5 miles to Tacoma Mall - 8 miles to the Children’s Museum of Tacoma, the Museum of Glass - 27 miles to Seattle–Tacoma Int’l Airport
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - This 2-story house requires using 1 step to enter; 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms are accessible on the 1st floor - Your safety matters. This property features 5 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located at the front door facing outward. Cameras 2 and 3 are located at the front of the house facing the driveway. Camera 4 is located on the sauna facing the patio. Camera 5 is located on the playhouse facing the pool equipment. These cameras do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion
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
General
Garden
Unit size: 3,300 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
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
Pets
No pets allowed
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 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 first aid kit
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
551488
Frequently asked questions
How close is Hot Tub + Sauna: Home 8 Mi to Downtown Tacoma! to the airport?
This vacation home is 32.2 mi (52-min drive) away from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Hot Tub + Sauna: Home 8 Mi to Downtown Tacoma! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Hot Tub + Sauna: Home 8 Mi to Downtown Tacoma! to the beach?
This vacation home is 3.8 mi (10-min drive) from South Beach and 8.1 mi (30-min drive) from Owen Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Hot Tub + Sauna: Home 8 Mi to Downtown Tacoma! offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Hot Tub + Sauna: Home 8 Mi to Downtown Tacoma!?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Great American Casino (12-min drive) and Emerald Queen Casino (15-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Hot Tub + Sauna: Home 8 Mi to Downtown Tacoma!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Hot Tub + Sauna: Home 8 Mi to Downtown Tacoma!?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Hot Tub + Sauna: Home 8 Mi to Downtown Tacoma! have a pool?
Yes, there's a private pool.
Does Hot Tub + Sauna: Home 8 Mi to Downtown Tacoma! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Hot Tub + Sauna: Home 8 Mi to Downtown Tacoma! to downtown University Place?
This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from University Place.
Hot Tub + Sauna: Home 8 Mi to Downtown Tacoma! Reviews
Reviews
6.0
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.
This house is well-furnished and has a lot of amenities, especially with the hot tub, pool, cabana, etc. Our only problem was getting into the house…we were sent the wrong key code and had to contact the booking company where we were given another wrong code. Luckily, they were able to contact the owner who came over and let us in. The kitchen was well-stocked, but could have used more kitchen towels (there was only one), and there were no instructions for using the ovens. It was impossible to use both ovens at once without triggering the circuit breaker. Otherwise, we had a very enjoyable stay and had plenty of room for the 7 of us to spread out.
Alvarita A.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alvarita
Aug 21, 2026
Very nice house with amenities
There were 7 of us seniors who rented this house for three days, and it worked out great. Besides the amenities of the pool, hot tub, cabana, volleyball court (which we didn’t use), there is a cute little playhouse that would be great for children. There is also a large barbecue and patio table. The kitchen is well-stocked, except there was only one kitchen towel, and we couldn’t use both ovens at once because the breaker would go off. The kitchen appliances are very nice. The living room is large and comfortable with a big TV, and there is also a little sitting room next to the front entrance. The location is good for taking a neighborhood walk. There are two bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs (no hand rail on the stairs), and three bedrooms with two bathrooms on the main floor. Our only complaint was that our key code did not work to get into the house when we arrived. I called Evolve and the agent was very helpful and gave us another code, which did not work. He was able to contact the owner who came over and gave us the correct code (the back slider was unlocked and we were able to get in that way as well). Unfortunately, the person listed as the contact person (the cleaning lady) did not answer her phone, and her message box was full. Other than that initial frustration, everything went well and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Avoid this property.Our stay was filled with problems from start to finish. Basic amenities didn’t work (all TVs were broken, fridge water/ice dispenser didn’t work), and parts of the home were poorly maintained (towel rack fell off the wall, bedroom drapes wouldn’t close).There were also serious safety concerns. The hot tub stairs were unstable and dangerous, and the hot tub itself was not properly functioning due to a missing filter cover.The listing was misleading about the pool—advertised as year-round, but it was freezing on arrival, and we were only then told it would cost an extra 100/night to heat.Worst of all, one of the beds had bed bugs. My daughter left with dozens of bites, which is completely unacceptable.The owner was unresponsive and offered minimal compensation that did not reflect the severity of these issues.This property is not as advertised, not properly maintained, and not worth the risk.