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The ideal size and setting for your gathering of family, friends, or large group

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Gig Harbor

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Terrace/patio
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 4013000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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Gig Harbor, WA
  • Place, Tacoma Narrows Bridge
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Cushman Trail
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Titlow Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gig Harbor

In Gig Harbor .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Cushman Trail and 6 miles (10 km) of Tacoma Narrows Bridge with a stay here. Grandview Forest Park and Skansie Brothers Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Tacoma Narrows Bridge - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Cushman Trail - 9 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Grandview Forest Park - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Titlow Park - 10 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Harbor History Museum - 12 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • South Tacoma Station - 13 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fred Meyer Fuel Center - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Table 47 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Time NW - ‬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.

The ideal size and setting for your gathering of family, friends, or large group

You have a unique opportunity when considering Harbor Creek Lodge for your vacation rental.

Getaway to an idyllic Northwest location with your family, friends, and co-workers! Rain or shine, Harbor Creek Lodge offers something for everyone. Relaxing spaces for the grown ups and plenty of adventures to be had for the young ones.

Harbor Creek Lodge is a 17,000 square foot log estate dramatically overlooking a sparkling fresh water pond with sweeping views of old growth timber and an incredible sanctuary of birds and wildlife.

Inside the lodge you will enjoy 6 furnished bedrooms with king & queen size beds, a bonus bedroom (includes a queen bed, laundry, and shower), as well as a bunk room with total sleeping capacity for 15.

The pond features a large dock with a diving board, a raft at the center, and is roughly 15 feet deep and 100 feet across. The lodge has a 1/2 basketball court inside with climbing rope, 1,700 square foot game room with foosball, table tennis, dance floor with disco ball, pool table , poker table and a built in wet bar.

The owner collects classic cars and has an indoor collection of 12 for viewing with couch , stereo, bistro tables, and memorabilia. A gourmet kitchen with a huge dining room table provides great views of nature from inside.

The lodge has also had scenes from "Borat Subsequent Moviefilm" Directed by Jason Woliner filmed in the house. The movie was released October 23, 2020 on amazon prime during the pandemic.

There is another home on the property with year-round renters as well.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table
  • Wet bar

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 13,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
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

Rules

No prom, graduation parties, or any other underage parties or events A parent must be on site======
wipe down counters, put dirty towels/sheets /pillowcases in laundry room, wash all dishes and clean up all things spilled, trash in carport
move furniture back to all original locations, return TV,s to arrival settings, take care of all wooden furniture

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
We're not permitted to host weddings or receptions

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
Note from host: We're not permitted to host weddings or receptions
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
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. Note from host: We're not permitted to host weddings or receptions For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Ideal Size Setting Your Gathering Family Friends or Large Group

Frequently asked questions

How close is The ideal size and setting for your gathering of family, friends, or large group to the airport?

This vacation home is 30.7 mi (39-min drive) away from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The ideal size and setting for your gathering of family, friends, or large group have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The ideal size and setting for your gathering of family, friends, or large group to the beach?

This vacation home is 7.6 mi (14-min drive) from Fox Island Sand Spit and 8.9 mi (26-min drive) from Owen Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The ideal size and setting for your gathering of family, friends, or large group offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The ideal size and setting for your gathering of family, friends, or large group?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Emerald Queen Casino (14-min drive) and BJ's Bingo (16-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The ideal size and setting for your gathering of family, friends, or large group?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The ideal size and setting for your gathering of family, friends, or large group?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The ideal size and setting for your gathering of family, friends, or large group have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The ideal size and setting for your gathering of family, friends, or large group have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The ideal size and setting for your gathering of family, friends, or large group to downtown Gig Harbor?

This vacation home is 3.1 mi away from Gig Harbor.

The ideal size and setting for your gathering of family, friends, or large group Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at Jim's lodge, and it definitely won't be our last—we're already planning our trip back next year!The lodge has so much personality and character. Everywhere you look there's something interesting, and it's clear that Jim has put a tremendous amount of care into creating a place that's both unique and welcoming. It feels comfortable, inviting, and unlike anywhere else we've stayed.Jim is an incredibly kind and thoughtful host. He genuinely cares about his guests and goes out of his way to make sure everyone has a great experience.There's also no shortage of things to do. We loved swimming in the pond, checking out the collection of classic cars, spending time in the game room, watching movies, and simply relaxing around the property. It's the kind of place where you can stay busy all weekend or just unwind and enjoy the atmosphere.We can't recommend this place highly enough. If you're looking for a memorable getaway with a one-of-a-kind atmosphere and an outstanding host, this is it. We can't wait to come back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had an amazing time at this beautiful cabin, Jlm is amazing, I couldn’t ask for a better place to spend time with a group of friends or family. Would recommend! Thank you Jlm for being very kind and understanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026