Thorndyke Lodge Beachfront Escape w/ BBQ and firepit

We loved the rustic, natural experience, peaceful views and miles of beach low tide walking. More shells than you’ll ever see anywhere! A perfect setting to take our grandchildren for their first “GramCamp.” Memory making at its very best! One of a kind natural experience

It’s the location! If you want peace, quiet, nature, wildlife… this is the place.

The host was welcoming and they were very proactive about sending instructions ahead of time, making check-in and check-out that much easier! The home was lovely - tidy and clean upon arrival, and the beds were comfortable. The home had everything we needed to relax and unwind - it was a great experience! Would highly recommend this home to others :)

Perfect location for a quiet weekend away with friends before starting the new year!

The amenities were in great condition. The host was incredibly communicative and proactive about giving us check-in and check-out information ahead of time, as well as other helpful tips and information regarding the home and the surrounding area.

Amazing location, lots of space, big table, gas fireplace, water access. Amazing!

Fully furnished, clean home, games and puzzels. Wonderful stay.

Loved our stay here. Very cozy and comfortable . Would love to return again and again .

There were lights that did not work, changed the bulbs but still did not work.

The beach view and access was great. Very peaceful and quiet. The open living space made it ideal for our group of seven to be together.

The setting is beautiful- it’s on a tidal beach where lots of birds fly and look for food and the sun and moon glint on the water. Tall trees surround it . The front of the house facing the water is basically all windows, allowing spectacular views from the inside as well as from the spacious outside porch. The location is a bit remote, which was fine with us but may not be right for someone looking for quick access to restaurants or coffee shops.

We've come to this property for years. It is the right size for our group of friends. We enjoy the remoteness of it and appreciate the simplicity of the lodging while at the same time having what we need to accommodate all of us regarding bathrooms, kitchen facilities and living space.

I only gave the place a 5 star because thats as high as the rating system went. Very beautiful location. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. Will most definitely will stay there again in the future.

Best rental ever. Private, clean, well stocked, and a beautiful location.

Amazingly private location which works great for a low-key relaxing get away!

Photos don’t do justice to this tranquil, spacious waterfront getaway, less than 2 hours from downtown Seattle. 3 generations, age range 20 months to 70, spent an idyllic 3 days, rarely leaving the property. At hosts’ advice, we rented paddle boards in Port Gamble, which led to daily encounters with seals and otter as well as instructive conversation with the shellfish farmers across the inlet. The last day we ventured as far as Chinicum and Port Townsend discovered their charms. Gorgeous sunrises. Fun beachcombing and crab watching at low tide.

We love the beauty & seclusion of this property. The house is perfect for all 10 of us!

Gorgeous views, very clean and comfortable home, and so peaceful. We're definitely coming back again.

Heather is a wonderful communicator. The property grounds are a rare gem of natural beauty.We had a fun and restful time and look forward to another stay at Thorndyke!

Again, our Family Vacation at Thorndyke Lodge was outstanding! House was great, Weather was great and our Family played games inside and out and had a wonderful experience.

The property is very lovely and quiet. Our kids loved exploring on the beach. Very good communication from the owner. Guests do need to bring in drinking water if staying for several days.

I love everything about this location. Maybe that explains why I’ve visited Thorndyke Lodge 3 years in a row

Our stay was fantastic. There was plenty of space and lots activities to enjoy! We had a great time. Location is prime, the beach is just steps away.

A perfect house for our family group of five adults and two kids. The beach was not as sandy as some, but lots of shells and sand dollars to be found, as well as a very safe place for little kids to play in the water. The only tricky part is that Google maps tries to take you down a road that does not exist to get to the house ... but just follow Heather and Leah's instructions and it is easy! Internet is a little slow but given the delightful remoteness of the house it is well worth that little inconvenience! Thank you!

The property is right on the beach with beautiful views of the water. It was so very quiet and relaxing. We had a family bbq and everything we needed was available from propane for the grill to large bowls. I would definitely stay here again! It is the perfect place for a family retreat.

We had a great time staying out at this location. The cabin was cozy and well stocked. The vibes and surrounding nature was such a great treat. Would recommend.

The host is great and the home is clean stocked and is set up for up to 10 adults. But the best part is the location- the land this property sits on. You get your own personal bay, wildlife viewing deck, kayak launch, tide pools, and hiking paths. It is very remote and absolutely magical.

Love everything about this house. Had a great time.

This is our second year visiting this VRBO and it fits our needs perfectly. The kitchen is huge and pretty well stocked. The BBQ grill works great. We loved having a washer and dryer to use. The beds are comfortable with lots of extra bedding if needed. We love the huge long table for dinners, games and puzzles. The house is located down and long drive so we feel safe hanging out in the yard with our street stupid dogs. The view of the water is delightful.Hope to stay again next year!

We enjoyed our stay, loved being by the water. Plenty of room for everyone (4 adults and 6 children). The grandkids enjoyed the beach and smores around the fire pit. We hope to come again!

Had another great stay- perfect spot to relax with family and friends!

The gorgeous view and privacy made for a lovely stay. The house could have used a once over cleaning wise, but we were very comfortable and really appreciated the water filter. The internet was out the whole stay, but we had good cell service. Definitely would stay again.

Vacationed and visited on the canal for over 70 years. This is a great place without a highway running right behind it. And not packed in 10 feet from the next house. Quiet and peaceful, just you the water and the wild life.My only suggestion would be a better outside deck surface and wider steps. Very slippery and narrow.

What a wonderful location and peaceful property. We want to go back!

Spectacular location, remote and private. A wildlife paradise. Tidal flux incredible. Gorgeous sunrises. Big sky over the water. Stunning clouds. House was cozy, warm and adequate.

We love the Thornedyke Lodge and have been coming for years. It is still great, but the kids (who are cousins) usually sleep in the big room with the queen bed and bunk beds. This time they had taken out the bunk beds. The listing still shows 2 bunkbeds. That was a little disappointing.

Such an incredible property. Had a beautiful weekend catching up with friends.