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Hood Canal 2 B/R Waterfront Cabin. Sleeps 4.

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On the beach
Terrace/patio
Exterior
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Hood Canal 2 B/R Waterfront Cabin. Sleeps 4.

Welcome to Shep's Castle, your perfect vacation cabin on Hood Canal!
PLEASE NOTE: Even though I have 2 and 3 night minimum stays, if you see an open night on the calendar between bookings, please contact me for a reservation.
Enjoy the sunset while relaxing on the deck of this RUSTIC and charming, 1930's cabin. Only part of the cabin has been updated so it retains much of its rustic and funky charm. What a perfect ending to a day of swimming, diving, fishing or just hanging around on a lovely, private cove populated by a few lovely cabins.
This two bedroom cabin is perfect for a small family or just a couple wanting to enjoy the solitude of our lovely home. The master has a queen bed and beautiful maple floors and a gorgeous cedar cathedral ceiling. The 2nd bedroom has a double bed and there is a foldout futon in the living room. It is an open floor plan, perfect for a romantic getaway or small family. My cabin is just 60 steps from the water, over a nice grassy lawn and over a rockery that is owned by the county. One night & Two night rates are available, please inquire :)
Dogs under 25# are allowed, there is a $195 pet fee
Please note: due to the size of the accomodations, Shep's Castle may not accommodate all sizes of guests. It is not tiny by any means, but a cozy little cabin. It has been brought to my attention that the approx 3' by 3' shower is too small for some of the larger guests who have stayed.
Also, Shep's Castle is located on the edge of the Olympic Rainforest and on the water. There is wildlife and there are bugs.
We are located just minutes away from Hoodsport, just one cove North of the famous dive spot, Octopus Hole. And just a short drive from Mason Lake and the Olympic National Park.
PLEASE NOTE: There are outdoor cameras and a Ring Doorbell which are monitored 24/7 for security reasons.

Keywords: cabin, waterfront, shrimping, crab, charming, diving, swimming, buoy, peaceful, quiet, fish,clam, fireplace, no bank, beach, cove, comfortable, cozy, oysters, clams, Hamma Hamma, Lavender Festival, Port Townsend, Sequim, Alderwood, golf, diving

Property manager

Cynthia Reid

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water skiing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting 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
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Hoodsport, WA

What's nearby

  • Hood Canal - 2 min drive
  • Lake Cushman Forest Reserve - 9 min drive
  • Potlatch State Park - 15 min drive
  • Lake Cushman - 22 min drive
  • Mason Lake - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tides - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Hoodsport Coffee Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Model T Pub & Eatery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hoodsport Burger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hardware Distillery - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hood Canal 2 B/R Waterfront Cabin. Sleeps 4. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hood Canal 2 B/R Waterfront Cabin. Sleeps 4.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hood Canal 2 B/R Waterfront Cabin. Sleeps 4.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hood Canal 2 B/R Waterfront Cabin. Sleeps 4. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hoodsport cabin is steps from Olympic Peninsula and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Hood Canal. Ingvald J Gronvold Park and Sunshine Creations Northwest are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Hood Canal 2 B/R Waterfront Cabin. Sleeps 4. Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 102 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mimi B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not for mobility challenged
Great location! Maintenance needed, plants growing through foundation into house are a clue. Hard for mobility challenged with steps up to bedroom, bathroom down. A bedroom down with a small bed. Bring kindling if you want a fire in ancient free-standing fireplace. Can gather from outside, lots of sticks. Shower not for big folks. Sorry about negativity, we had a great weekend but will find a different place next time. Oh, and the mouse…
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin by the sea
Perfect place to be …
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

McGriff4Hall

Liked: Cleanliness
amazing, beautiful spot
A cozy cabin with plenty of room for 2 - a short (steep!) walk to the beach, and right next to a cute little town. We loved every minute here, and would come back to relax again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Orca’s and fresh caught shrimp
Everything was as expected and more! There was two days of shrimp fishing and a fisherman who had spoken to us brought us a huge bag of 5-7” shrimp for our enjoyment. We watched two orcas playing for hours from the front porch picnic table while having morning coffee! There were several outlets nearby to the Olympic Park and we saw a herd of Roosevelt Elk at the Jefferson wildlife reserve. Most of all, our hosts kindness and respect plus the cute touches in the cabin really eclipsed the natural wonders we were fortunate enough to witness!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Central location to PNW
About an hour or two drive to anything you want to see or do. Beautiful views. Nothing fancy, but a great cozy place to return to after a day of exploring. Main bedroom is very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Laura S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Property not safe or clean. Angry, aggressive host.
Weeds growing out of the floor in the kitchen. Ants all over the kitchen. Smoke detector had been covered in foil by previous guests. Linens were dirty. The fireplace is unsafe to use. I did not notice most of this until after I had stayed one night. My husband and friend were to arrive for the second night, but I found other accommodations for us all. I notified host that I was leaving because of the state of the property, did not ask for a refund, and she accused me of trying to scam her. VRBO customer service rep suggested that they would request partial refund, I did not ask. Host then messaged me to say she would take me to small claims court if I disputed the charge on my credit card. Terrible experience overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cabin between Hood Canal & Olympic Park
This was a beautiful location, and the listing was as described. All the essentials were available, including wifi, smart TV, outdoor seating, and a grill. The neighbors were quiet, and the views were unmatched. Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aurora A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our favorite cabin
This was our 3rd stay at Sheps and can't recommend it enough. This was the first time visiting at the tail end of summer and we made good use of the propane BBQ and firepit. Fantastic view and well insulated, cozy space.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet weekend away
Enjoyed bringing my paddleboard out from the small beach. Clean and tidy cottage. Enjoyed learning about the history of the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
First of all, the location is lovely and I can see how the property was cozy in its day. The property is somewhat beyond “rustic”, closer to run down with deferred maintenance. We’re used to camping, so don’t expect or need luxury. Where the concerns came in was the mold and mildew in the bathroom where there was a leak under the sink resulting in warped wood and visible mold and mildew as well as a bad odor that permeated the whole cabin. At some point someone knew about the leak because there were a couple of sponges placed under it. The back of the cabin is completely overgrown by ivy and blackberry, to the extent that some was growing in through the bathroom window and up under the kitchen sink. The carpet in the living room felt moist but we couldn’t locate a source so maybe just general water intrusion from beneath. It was difficult to tell if linens were clean because of the mold/mildew smell. It should also be noted that there are no doors to either sleeping area, not a big deal for us as just two people, but not great if you want a little privacy. The second bedroom is the corner of a storage space off the bathroom and its window is also entirely blocked by overgrown vegetation. There were burned out lightbulbs throughout. The beach does not belong to the property, it is a small park. The neighbors watch you like a hawk to make sure you don’t accidentally step over the park boundary-even in the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly, Auburn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It’s all about being on the water to me. Perfect location for a traditional PNW vacation. Bring your oyster worthy beach/water shoes. The master has been updated beautifully while the rest of the cabin is dated but clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Emmy A., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, rustic cottage
This is a nice place for duo or close group of four. Bedrooms are open concept. The master bedroom is the highlight. Nice setting with beautiful views. The kitchen was stocked with what we needed and host was communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Robert S.

The memories they must have
I couldn’t stop thinking about if these walls could talk. Its a really good thing. I feel this is one of the original cabins for settling in the hood canal. It was very cool to sit out front and watch nature. And oh yes! We did see a pod of Orcas. That was very cool. Fun stay for my wife and I, a small cozy house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
Hoodsport Cabin Stay
First, I did send an email to the host or property manager yesterday, May 19th at 6:09 p.m. PDT telling her of our concerns. As of now, 5/21 at noon, PDT I have not had a response from her. When we first arrived we almost turned around and went back home. The exterior of the property is severely neglected with overgrown weeds everywhere. There's a huge tree to the left of the stone path/steps and all of the dead blooms covered the stone area to the point where a first time visitor had difficulty determining where the steps were. Inside was clean and comfortable. We had an emergency with one of our rentals and had to leave the next morning but had that not come up we probably would have left anyway. The tipping point with that decision was when we discovered vegetation growing from under the sink and through the cabinet into the kitchen. This also shows neglect. The property is not as described. There is no beach access like shown in the picture and described in the property description. All of that is now a bulkhead with no beach access.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita F., Moreno Valley CA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Olympic National Park
Just stayed two days to see Olympic National Park. Great location right on the water, very calm and relaxing. Host very responsive. As described, had everything we needed. Drove up the west side of peninsula to Lake Quinault and rain forest. Great one day trip. Beautiful area, had good weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Staircase
Purpose of our trip hiking staircase, Potlatch Brewery, Coffee House and Tides Cafe a bonus, million dollar view from the cabin, perfect trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Misty M.

Musty home.
The location was great. Peaceful, right on the water, but the home was very musty and moist. The remodeled bedroom did not feel musty, but the rest of the home was uncomfortably moist.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

tong G., Sebastopol

Liked: Cleanliness
Hoodsport Vacation
The property was wonderful. The view was peaceful and great, especially from the bedroom. I would book the place again. One question I have when staying somewhere is: what do I need to bring. For example, there's a grill which is accurately listed in the description. It's a gas grill - quite excellent - so don't bring charcoal. It's not quite clear on the property rules, but do not cross over the property boundary on the beach. We did so and were served legal papers by the neighbors. The property has two bedrooms, but the second bedroom has no privacy as it's open to the only bathroom. This wasn't an issue with us since there were only two of us. The second bedroom would be fine for a small child, but not fine for two couples. Overall, we enjoyed the place and would return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aurora A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely as always.
Our second visit and so lovely. The view steals the show. Eo far wece visited once a year but Im thinking we might need to come back sooner!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Lora, Lyons

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Wanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A cabin out of a fairy tale.
Very nice cabin in a beautiful quite location. There were many more pros than cons for this cabin. Pros: The cabin was very clean, check-in was a very easy process and check-out instructions were straightforward. The town of Hoodsport was small, but everything we needed was there. Grocery, coffeeshop, good restaurants. A few cons to our stay: The bedrooms didn't have doors and the windows had see-through window covering if any at all. But, only a couple of vehicles passed by during our 3 night stay. Another con that another reviewer mentioned was the very leaky refrigerator which surprised us with a wet floor. And lastely, my partner and her daughter thought this was "enchanting" - but there were plants growing into the house. I would 100% recommend this VRBO. The location, relaxing sounds of the water and the delicious blackberries were a much need getaway from North Carolina.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Hood Canal Getaway!
Nice place with all the needed amenities. Things don’t always go as planned; but Cynthia stepped up and made sure things were taken care of with great communication.

8/10 Good

Jared F.

Decent
The property was nice, the outside could have used some landscaping and the garbage was already full when we arrived. The fridge had a leak which kept getting the floor wet but other than that it was a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Funky Waterfront Cabin
I loved our three night stay at Shep's Castle! Cynthia is a former antiques store owner and it shows--such fun and eclectic decor that I just love! The cabin is old and funky, and right on the water! We spent hours sitting in our camp chairs just staring at the view. My daughter went paddle boarding several times on her new inflatable SUP. The beach isn't really great for walking and the tide comes way up when it's high, and I wasn't able to find another place for beach walks. So many oysters and the shells are sharp--make sure to have good shoes! Many people collect the oysters and eat them, but we weren't brave enough--haha! I would definitely stay again, this is a unique find!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Virginia H.

Beautiful water views!
This property had beautiful views of the canal, any closer and you'd need waders! Very quaint little place, quiet too, eclectic decor, comfortable bed. Just a few minutes drive from Hoodsport. The owner was very responsive to my questions, which was helpful when the door lock was a bit fussy. Only downgrade was the dining table hadn't been wiped off, and the coffee pot left with old coffee and grounds in it. Bring your own hair dryer, I forgot and regretted it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021