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The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway

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Relax on the deck with wicker chairs and a small table, taking in the serene views of the lake and surrounding forest.
Relax in a spacious living area with a comfortable sofa and kitchenette, offering a serene view of the surrounding water and forest.
Enjoy a spacious living area with a large kitchen, comfortable sofa, and dining space offering a view of a body of water.
Relax in a serene room with a large bed, lake views, and a convenient nightstand with a lamp and radio.
Cozy living space with a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and comfortable seating.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway

Welcome to Giggle Fish on Hood Canal! Our waterfront beach home is the ideal place to relax and take in the peaceful views of Hood Canal. With three bedrooms, it comfortably accommodates six people. Our property is fenced all the way around and is pet friendly. There are many places to relax, inside and out. With decks off both the beach cabin and the boat house, you can find both sun and shade during the summer months. The outdoor area offers plenty of seating, a fire pit, a lawn for playing, and easy access to the beach. In the winter months, the inside area is a cozy spot for relaxation. Play a board game, read a book, or cook a nice meal in our well appointed kitchen. From all the windows, you’ll enjoy watching the various wildlife from bald eagles, herons and other seabirds, to seals, sea lions, and even the occasional whale.

Just north of the town of Hoodsport, our location offers quick access to grocery and restaurant options as well as plenty of outdoor activities. There is wonderful hiking throughout the Olympic National Forest and at nearby lakes. Hoodsport is a scuba diving paradise, as we are very close to Sund Rock Marine Preserve. A short drive north brings you to Hama Hama Oyster Saloon, a fun place to enjoy outdoor dining on local eats, or to purchase local shellfish. There are also golf courses and casinos nearby. Of course once you walk through the gate of the property, you may not want to leave!
*Please note that there is parking for 2 cars. Parking is between the fenced yard and Highway 101, and is narrow. *

Property manager

Jolene Elkins

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $25 per pet/per night fee-Maximum 2 pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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The Giggle Fish~beachfront Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway

About the area

Map
Hoodsport, WA

What's nearby

  • Stottle Winery Tasting Room Hoodsport - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Lake Cushman Forest Reserve - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Lake Cushman Golf Course - 10 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Potlatch State Park - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Lake Cushman - 14 min drive - 12.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tides - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hoodsport Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Model T Pub & Eatery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪2 Margaritas - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Union Square Deli - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hoodsport holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Hood Canal, Ingvald J Gronvold Park and Sunshine Creations Northwest. The Hardware Distillery Co. and Stottle Winery Tasting Room Hoodsport are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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The Giggle Fish~Beachfront- Pet Friendly Hood Canal Getaway Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 125 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Loved the view and accommodations! Great yard for kids and dogs. Only downside is the busy highway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Relaxing and perfect
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

Second time staying here and we just love it. It's so peaceful. The fenced yard is perfect for the dogs to run around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10

Charming place with lots of character
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great property and management was a pleasure to work with. Will return again. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pleasant stay for party of 5. Enjoyed being on the water. Very comfortable with nice deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
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8/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Exceeded our expectations Boat House does need windows that open with screens
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10

6 adults and 2 pups had a great time! Wish we could have stayed longer. We had all sorts of weather, but still enjoyed the fire pit through it all! The stars shone so brightly at night. We all want to come back in the summer when Hoodsport must be a hopping little town! Thank you for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This cabin has everything you need. The kids enjoyed fishing, crabbing and getting oysters. The kayaks were the best part, everyone enjoyed them.
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8/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay at Giggle Fish was better than we could have imagined! The solitude, the gorgeous weather (go got lucky and had sunshine most of the time we were there), the wildlife (we saw seals, a blue heron, and lots of water fowl), the view, and the property itself was amazing! We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
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10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great stay at Giggle Fish. We really enjoyed the yard and deck which had plenty of comfortable places to sit and relax. The views were great. The kitchen was very well stocked. We would definitely come back.

10/10

You feel very well taken care of here. Everything is provided, the location is so pretty right on the water and we loved the fenced yard for our little dog. The third bedroom and second bathroom in the listing is in a little separate cabin and would be so fun for a group. Parking is on a busy road but it was fine for us. We were there in February so we didn't get to enjoy the outdoor area but it would be amazing in better weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
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10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Giggle Fish was our first stop of our 2 week vacation. The house was perfect for us. We immediately felt at home here. It had everything we needed. Great location along 101. We enjoyed the fire pit and setting out on the deck enjoying the tide coming in.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Six adults travel every other year for a getaway together. This year was Giggle Fish. It is a beautiful setting with lots of opportunities for amazing experiences. Off the deck we watched seals each morning, saw rainbows almost daily, and campfires each night.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We spent four lovely nights at Giggle Fish. Everything was perfect and a place that I would recommend to family and friend. We had to make a trip back to the property as my son-in-law left his keys. Derrick was so helpful in contacting the house keeper who made a special trip to get us the keys that she had hidden in a safe place. Nordstrom service with a smile.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We go out annually to Hood Canal. Usually we stay in a family cabin but this year we were having an anniversary so several of us found other properties to stay in. Giggle Fish offered a very comfortable house in a great location for our group. Plenty of room for the kids to move about and Grandma loved the boathouse cabin. We did the things we usually love at Hood Canal: kayaking, hiking at Staircase, easy grocery shopping and looking around Hoodsport and just sitting by the water enjoying every moment. Giggle Fish had everything we needed and more to have a great, relaxing time!
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8/10

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a fabulous stay at Giggle Fish! House was beautifully situated on the beach, with gorgeous views. Close to Hama Hama where we picked up fresh oysters and crab which we prepared in the very well appointed kitchen. The property is fully fenced, but keep in mind if you have a small-medium dog, there are large gaps along the freeway side of the fence that are VERY large. We didn't feel comfortable having our dog off-leash in the yard which made for some realllllly cold potty breaks since it snowed while we were there. Would be great to add a hot tub to this property. Overall, lovely place!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018

10/10

Jolene is a fantastic host. Although we got off to a bit of a rocky start with checking in and getting a hold of each other (COVID-19 played a huge part of this), the place upon moving in was spotless. and in the days of COVID-19 it was extremely important. We do appreciate the in person check up to make sure all was good. This is our 3rd time here and will be coming back here throughout the summer and fall. It is a great place to have have the 2 small dogs given a fully fenced yard, and waiting up to the waves of Hood Canal was breathless. The amenities were great; the only thing to bring is your own food. Even though the house sits right on highway 101, the noise from the road is minimal. thank you Jolene!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
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8/10

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a wonderful time at this location but the fire pit close to the water. One kayak was too small for an adult and that should be in the listing.. Dealing with the property manager requesting dysopes and toilet paper was not received well.. They said what is at the house is all that is allotted. As an owner of a vacation rental myself I found that customer service less than acceptable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was not quite as nice as we thought and definitely not as clean. The dishes were not put back clean and there were simple things that should have been fixed, like a broken light bulb in a lamp and a burner that does not work.

8/10

The place was great..for the money we spent there were a few disappointmenting things: 1. We were getting low on toilet paper and dish soap..even though they provided it, we ran out.. I called the property Management company and was told we don't get any more..they refused to send house cleaning to refill the items.. 2. 2 large windows have been compromised..the windows need to be replaced because you can see the beautiful water and scenery. 3. They do provide kayaks however the foot pedals were missing and one of the kayaks were very small for an adult. Overall the stay was very good and the kitchen was completely equipped with everything you could imagine.. We own 2 vacation rentals ourselves and one of them is operated by a property Management company..I expect more from Vacation 365 then they provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay in the Giggle Fish home was the highlight of our Pacific Northwest vacation. Our family loved the beautiful views including seals and the cute little 1 bedroom boat house. We collected oysters on the beach and the kids loved the kayaks. The owners have made the most of their amazing outdoor areas -- lounge chairs, outdoor sitting areas, and a great firepit. Gigglefish is simply wonderful! We had a bit of confusion with the housekeeping at checkout but the management company resolved it quickly. For those planning to make Gigglefish the base for their explorations of Olympic National Park, although it is a beautiful location, it is 3-4 hours drive from the Olympic Nat'l Park highlights (Ho Rain Forest and Hurricane Ridge). There are some Olympic NP trails within a 15 minute drive, but to get to the north or west side of the park is a very long slog. Choose Giggle Fish if you want to experience what relaxed Washington 'coastal living' is like.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

What a great spot! We were heading up to Port Townsend for a week of vacation and decided to spend a weekend here on our way up. Such a nice, relaxing way to kick off our trip! We had unseasonably rainy weather for September, but it was still a wonderful weekend. This is a beautiful place, rain or shine. Spent hours gazing out at the water from the nice, comfy sofa in the living room -- multiple Great Blue Heron sightings and even a Bald Eagle, too! Made a pot of chili in the well-appointed kitchen and watched our fill of college football on the nice flat-screen. For outings, took a quick drive up to Hama Hama for some fresh oysters and prawns, did a tasting and tour at the new local distillery in Hoodsport, and made a visit to Shelton to check out their local brewery and Xinh's Clam & Oysterhouse (if the geoduck at Xinh's is good enough for Anthony Bourdain, it's good enough for me!). Then slept like a baby in the super-comfy (Sleepnumber!) king bed, listening to the waves lap against the shore. Ahhhhhhh. Livin'. Oh, and almost forgot to mention, our dog loved it, too! HUGE fenced yard and a covered porch that was easy to block off to give him plenty of outside time and still keep him out of the rain. We will definitely be back!

8/10

The house is very attractive and well equipped with a lovely deck overllooking the water. Unfortunately it is on a really busy road with big trucks constantly passing starting from quite early in the morning. We arrived in pouring rain and did not have the access code as it had been sent to the wrong email, and the VRBO communication function was not working so had to call several times to reach the agent to get the code. There were problems with the water supply to the surrounding houses and our water was turned off while the neighbours tried to fix things, which was ok as we went out so they could complete. The agent kindly offered to bring extra water but we said we did not need but appreciated the offer. Communication on departure was also disappointing the booklet in the house said vacate by 12pm and the app with our booking details said depart by 11am - we rang 3 times and spoke to the person at the agency who had no information and said she would speak to the correct person and confirm, we never received a call back so left by 11am leaving the house tidy as requested. Our overall view is that we liked the house but the location was not as good as we had hoped due to noise We did visit laske cushon in the nearby state park and found a lovely restaurant in a hotel in Union which was nice as we were there for my birthday and there was very little choice in Hoodsport unless you wanted basic pub food.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

The view from every room was spectacular! Spent most of the time on the huge deck where we saw a bald eagle the first morning. Also saw orcas and sea lions. And stargazing was amazing. We had plenty of room for our family of five and bonus was the incredible fenced yard so we felt very comfortable letting our two dogs roam, which they absolutely loved. Plus there was a scooper and hose for messes in the yard. Loved the bonus boat house bedroom and access to the beach. The road was pretty busy on the weekend but the sound gets muffled by the sounds of the water. Great little town with grocery store nearby and excellent hamburger/teriyaki/ice cream place and the best little pizza place just a mile or so up the road. Checkin was easy, beds were comfy, kitchen was well stocked, and did I mention the view!! Hoping to make this an annual vacay. Already miss having coffee on the deck staring at the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024