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Anderson Island Retreat w/ Lakefront Deck & Canoe!

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Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Anderson Island Retreat w/ Lakefront Deck & Canoe!

Experience the Puget Sound like never before at 'Harper's on The Lake,' a 4-bedroom, 3-bath vacation rental home on Anderson Island. The top floor offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a den, a wood-burning stove, comfortable home furnishings, and a furnished deck with lake views. The bottom floor offers walk-out basement access to Lake Josephine along with 2 additional bedrooms and a bathroom. Whether you tan on Lake Josephine or golf at the Riviera Country Club, this is the perfect lake escape!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Spacious Deck | 2,500 Sq Ft | Private Dock | Stunning Lake Views

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed | Living Room: 2 Sleeper Sofas

INDOOR LIVING: TV, Amazon Fire Stick, DVD player, video library, board games, books, large living room with lake views & wood-burning stove (wood available for purchase at The General Store), walk out to large lakeside deck & eating area, large kitchen, dining area, den, bottom floor kitchenette, dining room & living room with walk-out view to the lake
OUTDOOR LIVING: Large deck w/ lake views, outdoor seating, charcoal grill, gas grill, canoe & rowboat, large backyard, beach towels, life vests, on-site dock
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ cooking basics, dishware & flatware, coffee maker, coffee filters, tea, microwave, popcorn, spices, toaster
GENERAL: Free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, linens & towels, in-unit washer & dryer, iron/board, laundry detergent, trash bags & paper towels
FAQ: 2 steps required for access, no A/C
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

ON-ISLAND OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Josephine Lake (on-site), Florence Lake (0.7 miles), Lowell Johnson Park (1.5 miles), Jane Common Park (1.5 miles), Eagle Island Marine State Park (2.4 miles), Andy's Marine Park (2.7 miles), Jacobs Point Park (2.7 miles), Montalvo Park (3.0 miles)
OFF-ISLAND TO DO’S: Saltar’s Point Beach (7.3 miles), Sunnyside Beach Park (7.5 miles), Chambers Creek Regional Park (10.8 miles), Mount Rainier National Park (65.1 miles)
TEE OFF: Riviera Community Club (0.5 miles), Meadow Park Golf Course (12.1 miles), The Home Course (14.9 miles), Eagle’s Pride Golf Course (15.0 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Riviera Lakeshore Restaurant (0.5 miles), Anderson Island Historical Society (1.6 miles), Steilacoom Ferry (6.6 miles), Dupont Historical Museum (12.6 miles), Museum of Glass (19.1 miles), Skansie Brothers Park and Netshed (21.4 miles), Yashiro Japanese Garden (26.4 miles)
AIRPORT: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (39.3 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property requires 2 steps to access
- NOTE: This property does not offer A/C

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Bodyboard on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2500 sq ft (232 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

414955

About the neighborhood

Map
Anderson Island, WA

What's nearby

  • Chambers Bay Golf Course - 47 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Joint Base Lewis-McChord - 53 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Fort Lewis Museum - 53 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Home Course Golf Course - 54 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Tacoma Dome - 58 min drive - 29.4 km

Getting around

  • Lakewood Station - 52 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪North Fort PX - ‬54 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬54 min drive
  • ‪Lake City Perk Expresso - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪AAFES Mini Mall - ‬51 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬51 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Anderson Island Retreat w/ Lakefront Deck & Canoe! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Anderson Island Retreat w/ Lakefront Deck & Canoe!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Anderson Island Retreat w/ Lakefront Deck & Canoe!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Anderson Island Retreat w/ Lakefront Deck & Canoe! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Eagle Island State Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lyle Point and Chambers Creek Dog Park. South Beach and Fort Steilacoom Dog Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Anderson Island Retreat w/ Lakefront Deck & Canoe! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Great place. Loved sitting on the deck along with using the boats and swimming in the lake. So quiet during the week. Enjoyed watching the wildlife too. Anderson Island is wonderful. Love all the history, too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
loved it
wonderful property and very well managed. highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
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8/10 Good

Angela

Great rental
Loved the layout. The beds were awesome. Couldn’t get the tv downstairs to work. The railing on the upstairs deck was very scary. Sitting on the lower deck watching the water roll by was soo relaxing. We enjoyed the peacefulness and will definitely be back. The restaurant down the street was amazing and their customer service was 5 stars.

8/10 Good

Jennifer T Z.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view is perfection. Could use work....
The view and location are perfection. The house is lovely, lots of space, fully equipped. Could use a little work. The deck railings feel very unstable and the bathroom vents are completely clogged with years of dust and gunk. The toilet in the master also feels unstable and needs to be better secured. That being said, we would still absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little slice of Pacific NW Heaven
I stayed here with a group of 4 BFF's and we just kept commenting how beautiful and peaceful it was at this lake house. The spacious deck allowed us to have our meals, visit and do our craft projects while viewing the gorgeous Lake Josephine. It was an extra surprise to see a Mama Deer and her baby wander through the yard a couple of times. There were also bald eagles flying over for entertainment. A great getaway that we will remember forever! The house and amenities were more than we could ask for. Thank you, owners, for sharing this beautiful home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot on the lake
We had a nice weekend at Harpers on the lake spending time together as a family before the craziness of fall begins. Loved the private dock on the lake. Brought our paddle boards and enjoyed the canoe and rowboat, played games, and went out to dinner at the restaurant just down the road. Amenities were comfortable. Not noted in description but accessing the basement requires going through the garage. Just to note, heading home on the ferry on Labor Day requires a bit of a wait.😉 We lucked out and after sitting in line 3 hours a ferry showed up that was not on the schedule which saved us another hour wait!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Joey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The quiet place
My kids were too loud for this little get away as the neighbors kept complaining about the noise they made. They probably dreaded every moment we were there. My kids we’re having so much fun falling out of the boat and swimming at the dock. It was STILL a great experience for them. The lady was yelling at my kids that “this is a QUIET PLACE!!!.”But despite of all that, my kids and I still had an Awesome experience at the beautiful home. Even Riding the Ferry back and forth was an experience within its self. Restaurants and stores were closed by 8pm. My kids enjoyed that they were able to ride the back of the truck. Just sucked that they couldn’t make noise LOL! But it was definitely an overall great experience. We took pictures and made some long lasting memories. My family was way too loud for this trip. But the island life was a great way to quiet things down a bit. The home was so beautiful and accommodating. We LOVED IT!!! Veronica, the host, was always just a text or phone call away. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

LARRY S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning location - needs maintenance and repairs
The lakefront location couldn't be better. Panoramic views of the lake from a span of windows were quite stunning. The dock and canoe were great allowing us to easily get on the lake for a paddle, which we did multiple times over our two-day stay. However, we took off two stars from this review primarily for the condition of the property. When we arrived we were at first baffled to find a way to the lower level from the main level and discovered them through the garage. There are multiple deferred maintenance issues, most significantly evidence of roof leaks in the kitchen ceiling with paint and drywall damage. Also, and of most concern was the condition of the upper deck where we grilled and ate dinner on our last night. Deck boards are in poor condition with nail heads protruding in many locations. With young children, we were concerned their bare feet could be injured. This could easily (and should have been) repaired ahead of our stay. We also had trouble starting the dishwasher on the morning we were trying to wash dishes. There were no instructions beyond the cryptic, inadequate ones on the unit. We ended up having to leave unwashed dishes in the sink. This could/should have been addressed in the house instructions. Lastly the overall cost. With all the added fees and taxes this stay ended up costing us over $500 per night. For that amount of $$ we would have expected everything to be in top condition. As shared above, they were not.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandy S., Vancouver, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Love the lake location! Was the perfect getaway for us and out out of state family! Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D.

Beautiful views & Peaceful getaway!!
The house and property is beautiful!!! Just love the gorgeous view while sitting on the deck! Sooo relaxing. The accommodations are wonderfu!!! Very clean. The bed in the master room was really comfortable. I wished that since a closet was not available in the master bedroom that there was something to hang my clothes on (I had dresses for the wedding we were going to that weekend). We wished that there was a TV to watch (need cable or satellite), Wi-fi would be nice. A Notebook with instructions for the TV if you decide to get it in the future. Just FYI, the light is out in the fridge. We enjoyed staying at your peaceful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

sue e.

Perfect Location! Perfect Home!
We look forward to coming back ASAP. Spacious, Clean, Beautiful Lake. Great care and attention from our on island contact. Thank you for sharing your special spot on the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018