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NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman!

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring West End

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a black refrigerator, a microwave, and a dishwasher. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a black sofa in the background.
A modern kitchen with a central island, two bar stools, a dining table with chairs, a refrigerator, and a sliding barn door.
A modern living room with a black sofa, a coffee table, and a painting of a mountain landscape.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel dishwasher, and a coffee maker.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Tacoma, WA
  • Place, Point Defiance Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Tacoma

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this West End vacation home, you'll find Point Defiance Park and Fort Nisqually Living History Museum. Cinemark Century Point Ruston and Owen Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Point Defiance Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fort Nisqually Living History Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cinemark Century Point Ruston - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Owen Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Theater District Station - 11 min drive
  • Union Station - 12 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Street - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Stack 571 Burger & Whiskey Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Anthem Coffee - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman!

Experience the best of Tacoma at this newly remodeled, charming craftsman home in N Tacoma. With its central location, you'll be minutes away from top attractions like the Point Defiance Zoo, Point Ruston Waterfront & Proctor District. Discover the only combined zoo & aquarium in the PNW at Point Defiance, witness live glassblowing demos at the Museum of Glass or attend events at the Tacoma Dome. This spot is the perfect launchpad for your Tacoma adventure. Book now and start exploring!

This recently renovated Craftsman home is perfectly located just 4 blocks away from Point Defiance Park/Zoo/Aquarium & the Tacoma waterfront, and less than 1 mile from Point Ruston. The home features an open concept living/dining/kitchen space with brand new high-end appliances, Quartz countertops, farm sink, and eating bar. There are two bedrooms each with a queen bed and a newly updated bathroom with tile floors and fixtures. Additionally, the home boasts a covered front porch with seating and a small water/mountain view, a large fully fenced front yard, off-street parking, high-speed fiber internet, and a smart TV.

This home is in a great walkable neighborhood, close to coffee shops, restaurants, parks & the Vashon Ferry. It offers easy access to Proctor District, Stadium District, 6th Ave, UPS, Tacoma Dome, Cheney Stadium & DT Tacoma. The neighborhood is very walkable and bike-friendly, and transportation is easy. Plus, there's plenty of off-street parking available for your car during your stay. Don't miss out on this perfect Tacoma location!

Good to Know Before You Book:
· Booking Requirements: Guests must be 25 or older to book, provide a government-issued ID, sign a rental agreement, and pay a refundable security deposit (up to $500). Deposit to be processed by host on guest's credit card.
· Landscaping & Pest Control: Our landscaper visits every other week, and pest control is scheduled monthly. We do our best to avoid scheduling these services during guest stays, but exact timing can’t always be guaranteed.· No Parties or Events: To ensure a quiet and respectful environment for all, we have a strict no-party policy. Violations may result in cancellation and removal from the property.
· Security: For your safety, exterior security cameras (floodlight) with audio are in use on the property.
· Guest Responsibility: By booking, guests agree to accept full responsibility for any accidents or injuries that may occur during their stay.

Simple Checkout Instructions:
· Leave used linens on the bed.
· Place towels in the laundry basket—no need to wash them.
· Load and start the dishwasher.
· Let us know if anything needs attention.
· Send a quick message when you check out

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

- Rental agreement must be e-signed upon booking - rental agreement establishes all terms and conditions for rental - No 3rd party bookings
- Security Deposit up to $500 required prior to your stay - Party size max of 4 (incl infants) - No animals of any kind - No smoking
- No events/parties - For liability reasons, only registered guests may enter the premises. Must include everyone that will be staying

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, a security system, 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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman! to the airport?

This vacation home is 28.6 mi (39-min drive) away from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman! to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.2 mi (3-min drive) from Owen Beach and 9.9 mi (23-min drive) from South Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Emerald Queen Casino (13-min drive) and BJ's Bingo (16-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman! to downtown Tacoma?

This vacation home is 4.7 mi away from Tacoma.

NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with parks, shops and restaurants in walking distance.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan W.

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

Great place to stay

Was a lovely home to call out home base for our stay in Tacoma
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here with my family of five and we had a wonderful time. The home was well-stocked with everything we needed, and the location was excellent. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joe t.

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

Loved this VRBO111

We loved this property. It was clean, safe and would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thought it was very pleasing. It was a great place to vacation. Wish we could have stayed longer, wish the back door had better lock on outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

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

So very pleased with accommodations.

Centrally located, quiet neighborhood and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I just loved this place. It’s super clean, very quiet at night, and the bedding was so cozy. This beats a hotel hands down.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

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

Great spot in Ruston

This house was a great place to stay and close to a lot of different things to do. Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Great visit

This property is conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood close to Antique Sandwich Shop, Point Defiance, Dune Park, the Zoo and Ruston Market. Easy walk or short drive.Clean, easy access and great communication with the owners. Look forward to a return trip soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Quiet and Comfortable

Love the location! Close to the park and waterfront for stunning views. Quiet and comfortable home. Very responsive hosts!
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

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

Quiet and Clean

The updated home was both quiet and clean. Located in the Ruston area, it was perfect location. Easy access to Point Defiance Park and many other things in Tacoma. Although we didn’t cook here, it seemed to be very well stocked with utensils, coffee, etc. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerrie R.

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

Clean place

We enjoyed our stay in Tacoma. The property is pretty basic. Close to Point Defiance and the sound. Worked for what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

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

Great communication!

My family arrived late in the evening on a weekday and Victoria and Codi were accommodating in every way! They were communicative throughout the entire stay and went above and beyond to make sure our stay was comfortable. The bungalow is perfectly sized for 2-3 and so well crafted! Check in/out was easy and the location was perfectly stationed between Mt Rainier and downtown Seattle. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan O.

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

Safe location

Owners were good communicators. Felt safe at night. Quiet neighborhood. Close to a lot. Smaller house but luckily we weren’t there much besides at night. Recommend if your stopping through town but not if your expecting a spectacular interior decorated place.
Stayed 25 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Great location, great hosts, great home

We had a wonderful experience staying at the Point Defiance bungalow. We wanted to be close to family and Point Defiance and the location was perfect. The hosts made us feel very welcome. They are great communicators and went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable. They even delivered replacement kitchen tools to us on the day of our arrival (some went missing). We found the house super clean and well outfitted. The kitchen was much more complete than other VRBOs that we have stayed at in the past. The location is great, especially if you like to hike. The trails in Point Defiance are fabulous. Being close to Rustin and North Tacoma is a big plus too. We plan to stay here again the next time visit family in Tacoma.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sarah P.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Property needs work!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Korey C.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maryantonia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023