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

It's a quaint little cabin from yesteryear. It was fine for the limited use we needed but glad we didn't stay any longer just because it's worn out. Kind of like camping indoors? It has a newer section that's beautiful but the main cabin is very tired and there is some spongy flooring in the living room that's carpeted over. There is a moldy and wood smoke smell that was noticeable but didn't bather us much with open windows. The beach is rocky and a short steep dirt path takes you there. The view is nice. Beds were comfortable, kitchen well equipped. 3 of us had plenty of towels but only 1 washcloth. The owner was very responsive and pleasant.

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.

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.

My wife and I got away for a long weekend after being kid-free. We brought kayaks and wanted to explore the area. We enjoyed the location very much, with easy access to Hoodsport and Hama Hama. The access to the water wasn't as easy as we hoped, but the fact that there's a little county park in front of the house did work out for us. The neighbors seem very protective of the beach though, so that's weird. Luckily the smoke from the Bear Gulch fire didn't come down low enough to bother us either, but it kept us from hikes up in that area. The house is cute and comfortable with that old cabin charm. There were some plants growing up under the kitchen cabinets, and the landscaping is a bit overgrown, but no bother.

This place totally delivers on views and access to the water, and the storied, rustic nature of the cabin is very appealing. However, the cabin could use some TLC. There were lots of large (thumbnail-length) dead ants on the living room carpet and a few live ones in the bedroom, as well as a couple active spider webs in the corners, including one with egg sacs. When we arrived we had to immediately open all windows and doors to get airflow, as there was a strong mildew smell. The railing on the upper porch is clearly in need of replacement, and it was a little nerve-wracking with small children to be up there. Also, the patio chairs and living room carpet have definitely seen better days. The DVD player didn't work, which was disappointing because there is a very impressive DVD collection. Also, there were missing screens in several windows. For more than 1,000 (including all taxes and fees) for three nights, we would have liked a little more care with these kinds of details. That said, we had a great time, and the bedroom (presumably newly added/renovated) was very clean and comfortable and offered a truly stunning view of the canal. If the cleanliness and structural issues are addressed, we would totally come back, fully prepared to give this place five stars.

For our vaca we planned on being gone most of the time. All we needed was a place to make a meal or two, shower, and sleep. This cabin had exactly all of that!This place had it's own quirky flair. If you are looking for luxurious amenities this place is NOT it, but if you are looking for an affordable place to have the basics and beable to have a great water front view! This is it! It's a great place for the price. I would stay again.

Couldn’t stay. Had to find an other place to stay. Looks abandoned with broken window in garage door and totally overgrown with blackberries. Moldy smell and acrid odor so bad we couldn’t stay in the house for more than a few minutes without our eyes burning. Moisture stains on ceiling. Floor slopes dramatically and vines growing into the house from under the sink. Owner says it is fine, how it always is and refuses any discount or refund.

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…

Perfect place to be …

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.

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!

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.

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.