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This is the view from our bedroom window.

Our small neighborhood has its own private pier and dock.

Warm, inviting fireplace with plenty of firewood.

Follow walk way to back of home for entrance.

Twanoh State Park is less than a mile down the road. Enjoy our favorite path thru old growth trees.

Several waterfalls are within a short drive.

The Hood Canal isn't a canal, it's a fjord, part of the Puget Sound.

The Seattle ferry terminal is a half hour drive from our house.

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House • Belfair WA United States

4 Guests

2 Bedrooms

2 Beds

2 Bathrooms

Pets welcome

1 Car space

1 Car available

Primary home

Exchange types accepted

Simultaneous

Non-Simultaneous

Non-Reciprocal

Statistics

Listed October 2021

General Overview

Our cozy A-frame home overlooks beautiful Hood Canal and the Olympic Mountains in Washington State's Pacific Northwest.

This is a place to slow down. Have your morning coffee on the large deck overlooking the water, walk down to our private community beach, take our old-school Coleman canoe out for a paddle, explore nearby forests and beaches, and come home to watch the sun set over the Olympic Mountains.

We're surrounded by trees at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, yet we're well positioned for exploring Hood Canal, the Olympic Peninsula and Olympic National Park. Seattle and Olympia can also be visited as day trips.

If you'd like to experience the Pacific Northwest from a real neighborhood rather than a hotel, our home makes a wonderful base. We especially enjoy longer exchanges, but we're always open to interesting possibilities.

The Space

Our home is a distinctive A-frame with lots of wood, high ceilings and large picture windows designed to take advantage of the Hood Canal and Olympic Mountain views.

The main living areas are open and comfortable, with a wood stove for chilly Pacific Northwest days and a large deck that becomes another living room when the weather is nice.

The kitchen is fully equipped—we live here full time, so this is a real home rather than a vacation rental.

Bedrooms are upstairs and accessed by a spiral staircase. One bedroom is part of the open loft overlooking the den and uses blackout curtains for visual privacy rather than a traditional door.

Because of the spiral staircase and open loft, our home may not be suitable for people with limited mobility or very young children.

Guest Access

Guests have use of our home, large deck and outdoor seating areas.

You'll also have access to our private community beach and floating docks, which are wonderful for swimming during warmer weather.

Our old green Coleman canoe is available for experienced guests who are comfortable on the water. Life jackets are provided, and we ask that they always be worn.

Our main entrance is at the back of the house, which isn't obvious when you first arrive. We've included a photo of the walkway in our listing to make it easier to find.

Notes

We don't normally charge a cleaning fee. We simply ask our exchange guests to leave the home reasonably clean and tidy for us when they depart.

If you'd rather not clean before leaving—or have an early departure—we can arrange cleaning for $100.

Our home is surrounded by nature, so wildlife sightings vary with the season. Bald eagles and seals are seen regularly around Hood Canal, and even orcas occasionally visit, but of course we can't promise what will wander or swim by during your stay!

This is our primary residence, so you'll be staying in a lived-in home with our personal belongings—not a vacation rental.

Features

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Fridge

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TV

Heating

Hair dryer

Microwave

Iron

Dishwasher

Smoke alarms

Clothes dryer

Coffee machine

Garden / yard

Bathtub

Air conditioning

Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace

BBQ

Fire extinguisher

Balcony

Fireplace

Toys

Kayak

Travel Styles

Long term

Weekend

Adventure

Romantic

Relaxing

Village

Mountains

Beach

Water

Remote

Hiking

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House Rules

Unsuitable for infants under 2

Suitable for children ages 2-12

Pets welcome

No smoking

Allergens

Cat free

Smoke free

Dates of Availability

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Neighbourhood

We live in a small, quiet, heavily wooded community on Hood Canal. The winding coastal road leading to our neighborhood is part of the experience, with water, forest and mountain scenery along the way.

Twanoh State Park is less than a mile away, with beach access, picnic areas, an old-growth forest trail and pickleball/tennis courts.

Hood Canal offers hiking, kayaking, boating, beaches, seafood and some beautiful scenic drives. The Olympic Peninsula and Olympic National Park make excellent day trips.

Alderbrook Resort & Spa is approximately six miles away and offers dining, golf and spa services. Spa appointments generally need to be made well in advance.

And sometimes the best activity is no activity at all—sit on the deck, watch the water and listen for the owls after dark.

Getting to my home

Our home is near Belfair, Washington, on the Hood Canal side of the Puget Sound region.

If arriving from the Seattle area, there are several routes to reach us, including scenic Washington State Ferry routes across Puget Sound. Driving around through Tacoma is also possible.

We recommend using current GPS/navigation directions when you arrive, as the best route can vary depending on ferry schedules and traffic.

Nearest airport

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Approximately 1½–2 hours by car, depending heavily on traffic and the route chosen.

Getting Around

A car is strongly recommended. Public transportation is very limited in our area, and you'll want a car to explore Hood Canal and the Olympic Peninsula.

Grocery stores, restaurants and everyday services are available in Belfair and nearby communities.

Driving is part of exploring this region. Forests, beaches, small towns and scenic viewpoints are spread throughout the Olympic Peninsula, so having your own transportation gives you much more freedom.

Ferries across Puget Sound also make for a fun and scenic way to visit the Seattle area.

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Alan

My wife, Doris, and I are retired photographers from Washington State who love traveling slowly, getting to know a place, and experiencing it more like locals than tourists.

We’ve completed more than 60 home exchanges, so we’re very comfortable with the trust and communication that make home exchanging work well. We take great care of the homes we stay in and appreciate people who do the same with ours.

At home, we enjoy sailing, e-biking, ATV's, camping, photography, and spending time outdoors. We have four grown children and six grandchildren, and retirement has given us the freedom to travel more often and sometimes for longer stays.

We’re non-smokers, non-drinkers, quiet, respectful, and easygoing guests. We’re happy to water plants, collect mail, care for pets if arranged in advance, and generally look after the little things that help someone feel comfortable leaving their home in our hands.

What we enjoy most about home exchange is the personal side of it—meeting people, staying in real neighborhoods, and discovering places we might never have considered otherwise. We especially like longer exchanges, but we’re always open to interesting possibilities.

If you think your corner of the world might tempt us, send us a message!