You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Charming Vashon Island Cottage - Just 3 minutes from the ferry.
Enjoy peace and quiet at the Cottage at Useful Bear Farm. Vashon Island has lots to offer year-round: beaches, hiking, biking and bird-watching. Conveniently located near the north-end ferry and close to town where there are wonderful shops and restaurants. The cottage has full kitchen, bathroom and living/dining room on the first floor. Upstairs is a large sleeping loft with queen bed separated by a divider and a trundle bed and sleeper sofa. A portion of the proceeds from the cottage go to local housing programs.
Property manager
Debra Gussin
Property amenities
Internet
WiFi available
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
1 bedroom
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Soap
Towels provided
Shampoo
Laundry
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
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)
First aid kit
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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 first aid kit
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
About the neighborhood
Vashon, WA
What's nearby
Palouse Winery - 15 min walk
Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum - 5 min drive
Alki Beach - 43 min drive
T-Mobile Park - 52 min drive
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 - 61 min drive
Getting around
Tacoma Dome Station - 51 min drive
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 88 min drive
Restaurants
The Wild Mermaid - 4 min drive
Endolyne Joes - 38 min drive
Camp Colvos Brewing - 5 min drive
Snapdragon - 5 min drive
Wildwood Market - 38 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Vashon Island Cottage - Just 3 minutes from the ferry. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Charming Vashon Island Cottage - Just 3 minutes from the ferry.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Vashon Island Cottage - Just 3 minutes from the ferry.?
Check-out is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Charming Vashon Island Cottage - Just 3 minutes from the ferry. located?
Situated in Vashon Island, this cottage is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum and within 12 mi (20 km) of Lincoln Park and Alki Beach. Alki Beach Park and Manchester State Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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Charming Vashon Island Cottage - Just 3 minutes from the ferry. Reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
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Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Patrick
23 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a cozy, comfortable cottage and well furnished. A very quiet & private location close to town, shopping & restaurants. The owners were very friendly and we would stay here again and recommend it to others.
Patrick
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark
21 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our second stay, just as pleasant as the first. Recommended!
Mark
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patricia
11 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay at this comfortable, and hospitable cottage on Vashon Island. Super clean, artsy, quality linens, well stocked bathroom, beautiful setting. We will be back!
Patricia
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Juli
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely property, the host was very friendly. Easy to get to and find. The plums they left out for us from their farm were the best I’ve ever had. Would stay here again and recommend to others.
Juli
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa
5 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We truly enjoyed our stay at this charming and cozy cottage. The owners were friendly and made us feel welcomed.
Our hosts were very welcoming and the cottage was charming. The kid enjoyed checking out the small farm on the property (hello chickens!) and picking wild blackberries.
Very quiet and comfortable…enjoyed our stay and would stay again! High marks for Debra who was very pleasant and accommodating!
Enjoyed the fresh eggs!!
My partner and I had a lovely stay. The house is really well appointed and comfortable. It definitely had a farm house/cabin vibe. It was very quiet and peaceful. We had a great time.
Lucy L.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather
19 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a very nice well maintained little cottage. My husband and I stayed there with our two grandkids. The hosts were very nice and thoughtful. I would definitely recommend staying here.
We really enjoyed our stay on this lovely property. The hosts were very wecoming and helpful. There is a sweet little backyard and the house is very clean and comfortable. Definitely a gem!
We only stayed over night but this was a terrific spot near the north end ferry terminal. When we arrived we were greeted by the owners and they were very friendly. They gave us the run down of the property and gave some recommendations for places to eat. We will be sure to visit again!
We had a great time staying at this property. The cottage was just as cute as pictured and our kids enjoyed meeting the chickens in the yard. Debra was very hospitable- checking in each day to make sure we were comfortable. The town of Vashon is an easy 5 minute drive away. We would stay here again.
We had a very pleasant stay. Everything was thoughtfully detailed. The upstairs sitting area was our favorite place to hang out, and that was in addition to a living room downstairs.
Everything was perfect. One exception the twin bed was pretty uncomfortable. I ended up on a couch which worked out fine for me. Hosts are generous and helpful. 5 stars
A friend and I stayed here in early May 2023. It’s a very nice little cottage. Well kept and clean. Nicely decorated. The heat was a little funky to figure out, but was fine once you didWould definitely stay again if I come back to Vashon.
The guest house was so cute, on a farm 5 minutes from the center of the Island. The vase of farm flowers were so sweet. Easy communication with the host. The place was perfect for our family of 4. Roomy and comfortable.
The king bed was super comfy with nice sheets, pillows, etc. We appreciated the water and coffee pods provided. We enjoyed our stay on the quiet property very much!
Enjoyed our overnight stay in this lovely little cabin. it is record temperatures, super cold (20 degrees) but the owners had lots of nice touches, plenty of blankets, throw blankets, even snuggly socks in a basket by the door. Loved the fresh eggs from their chickens. it was so cold we did not bother to put our cold food items in the fridge. Brrr. Thanks for the lovely accommodations, would definitely stay here again.
We spent one night here on our way to the Olympic Peninsula. It's very nice, right on the main road pretty close to downtown but still very quiet. Debra greeted us when we pulled in and showed us how the heaters work, since it was unusually cold out. The house has some nice books around, a few board games, some pots and pans and toiletries. The tap water tastes great! It was perfect for our family of three.
The cottage is adorable. Very clean and homey. The owner even left six eggs for me with a note that it was from her "girls" with the chicken's names. I was unable to complete my stay due to a family emergency. The owner was very kind and understanding of my circumstances out of my control. I hope to be able to return some time soon.