5-min walk to Downtown Olympia and Capital Lake, 4br, sleeps 13

Olympia, Washington
$454 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

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Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 13

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Night 2 nights

Min Stay

This home is a 5-minute walk to downtown Olympia with vibrant shopping and dining experiences. Situated above Budd Inlet, this home looks out across the bay and the lake. One can also enjoy views of the mountain and the Washington State capital building from the oversized Victorian windows.

There is plenty of space for groups and family get togethers. Sleeping arrangements can accommodate 4 couples (8 adults) plus a kid-friendly bedroom with 5 additional twin beds (for 5 kids or adults).

Fully stocked kitchen with a breakfast nook and an outdoor grill make short work of prepping great meals to enjoy our time away.

Tucked away at the end of a cul-de-sac with a private, fenced yard AND centrally located, you can enjoy the best of both worlds here: a secluded get-away with easy access to dining and shopping in the artsy and historic downtown Olympia and shoreline/lakefront trails full of wildlife viewing opportunities.

This 4-bedroom, majestic, and whimsical home was one of the first homes built in Olympia in the 1800s. Originally built by J.M. Overhulse, a master plaster/mason, it retains unique architectural features. Lovingly referred to by locals as ‘The Purple House’.

Bedroom 1 (upstairs) has a king-size bed with a 9-inch mattress, a smart tv, and dresser. Off of Bedroom 1 is a separate room with an oversized soaking clawfoot tub/shower.

Bedroom 2 (downstairs) has a queen-size bed.

Bedroom 3 (upstairs) has a full-sized bed with a 10-inch mattress.

Bedroom 4 (upstairs) has two bunk beds (4 single beds) with 4-inch mattresses, as well as a fifth trundle bed (single) and toys and kids books.

There are two full bathrooms. Bathroom 1 is downstairs and has a toilet, sink, and tub/shower combo. Bathroom 2 is upstairs and has a toilet, sink, and tub (no shower). Off Bedroom 1 is a third bathtub that can also be used as a shower.

Separate dining room off kitchen with bay windows and seating for 8 people and a living room with cozy places to lounge or enjoy a board game.

Balcony on second floor and two covered porches on main floor.

Large, private, fenced yard with a picnic table and play structure.

The driveway accommodates 4 cars and there is plenty of free street parking.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Bulk Dispenser For Toiletries Recycling Unit Size: 1980 Sq Ft (184 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Eco-friendly Toiletries Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Playground Stair Gate
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    No Elevators Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 12:00 PM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 13

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Review Review

  • Anastasia B.

    Submitted Dec 21, 2025

    Stayed Nov 25, 2025

    Host was great and accessible. Amenities perfect for us. We wanted for nothing. The house was historic and glamorous and comfortable. Would stay again!!!

  • Gareth H.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    Great place - totally convenient to downtown and West Olympia by foot. Well thought out accommodations. I love a coffee grinder and whole beans and there they were! The historic house is beautiful and spacious... we each picked a completely different and fun room. The host is great at communication which I really appreciated as we need to change our reservation dates twice. We would absolutely stay again in the purple house.

  • Amy H.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    This was the perfect house for two families of four spending a long weekend in Olympia. Indoor games and books for kids as well as a wonderful outdoor space to play. Comfortable beds for all. Thoughtful touches around the beautiful, historic house. Walkable to downtown for coffeeshops, restaurants, and a park with a playground.The host was extremely responsive and accommodating, even going out of their way to find us an item that we forgot to bring.We would absolutely stay here again!

  • Sam A.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2025

    Stayed Jul 21, 2025

    Loved the house. Such a great location, we easily walked into downtown Olympia each morning. The house was well stocked and managed. We love old houses so it was a treat to stay in a home with such history. Plenty of space and very comfortable. Highly recommend!

  • Mark K.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2025

    Stayed Jun 16, 2025

    Great place to stay with the family! Walkable distance to downtown Olympia and ideally suited between Olympic National Park, Seattle, and Mt Reiner!

  • Evan K.

    Submitted May 25, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    Great location and house! Fits the vibe of Olympia more than any other place we’ve stayed. Thank you!

  • Amber M.

    Submitted Mar 30, 2025

    Stayed Mar 28, 2025

    I was looking for a large vacation rental to accommodate a large group of new friends that would be in town for a meet up and the moment I saw the first photos of this majestic home I knew that I had found the perfect place. We were a group of 9 adults, however this home had many wonderful accommodations for children that would be perfect for large families or family reunions. From the well stocked kitchen to all the rooms, closet space, comfortable gathering spaces, huge dining table, and thoughtfully labeled supplies, this home really had it all. I cannot adequately express how honored we all felt to experience this wonderful historic home, so full of life, mystery and love. Thank you to our host, we could not be happier!

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$454+
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