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Reviews of Stay in a lovely Beach Cottage w/ a beautiful private beach on Hazel Point!

Stay in a lovely Beach Cottage w/ a beautiful private beach on Hazel Point!
Quilcene, WA

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amira M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Oysters
Loved our stay! We do want to come back some time because our time was cut short but absolutely loved the property, the silence, the water, and the adorable and homey cabin. Got to eat oysters, see bald eagles, and even saw a black bear driving to the property one evening!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place
The location is far from other places. Still an enjoyable cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Shirley V.

Quiet nice stay
Secluded and quiet which we expected. Nice view of the water. A few things. We didn't realize that there would be no beach for walking or sitting most of the day due to tide. Once we realized that we had to go in the morning for a walk to enjoy the beach it was nice. I wouldn't call it beachfront. The pit for a pit fire worked well. We found lots of kindling and had brought wood. The house was nice. A deck or outside patio would have made it ideal. Kitchen we are is missing a few things. Many pot tops, noe of which fit any of the pans that were there. No pots to cook pasta, or sauces pans.Only fry pans. Air fryer was filthy. Please clean or throw out. I didn't feel like washing it. The owner was great and gave us some fresh garlic and her garlic press to use. Local fresh eggs to buy up the road.Community center is lovely but we never saw anyone there. Nice enough but with all of the fees, a little expensive for its location and amenities. Shower and bed were great. No dishwasher.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Cathy f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Beware, not handicap friendly. Hike to the beach. Relaxing and beautiful area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I chose this property looking for waterfront and a dog friendly place to stay. This cabin is separated from the main house and has its own bbq and fire pit, with other seating areas and fire pits around the large property. It’s private! Our large dog was ecstatic about being off leash; she could run up and down to the shoreline and drink from a natural freshwater creek leading to the Puget Sound. We had a family over and had a quiet bbq, enjoyed the shells all over the shore and woke to the seals barking from our window. I hope our travels lead us back to Hazel point soon! Great hosting, generous and kind. Laid back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittany J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful & Everything we needed
We loved our stay! We reconnected, walked on the beach, and loved our cozy cottage. Our dog Miley even loved the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Michael B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Minimalist with few creature comforts
Expectations always color our experience. Having stayed in, and managed, many VRBO units I have come to expect a certain level of amenities and cleanliness. In fairness, if you are looking for a very remote location many miles away from even a grocery store, and are interested in crawfish netting, then this place might work for you. We are seniors and it definitely was not for us. We rented the unit for 17 nights and stayed only one night. Temperatures dropped into the low teens and it snowed that night. The space heater in the unit was barely adequate and we frankly feared for our safety. In my opinion, the description of the property is misleading and doesn't reflect the tired furnishings, kitchen cabinets soiled by many years of being handled, and dishes with food stains with no dishwasher to get them any cleaner. In fairness, the property manager did give us the opportunity to cancel and get a full refund up to 3 or 4 days prior to our check in. We had our pet with us and alternatives were few so we stuck with the reservation. I did inquire about a refund--at least a partial refund-- and was stonewalled by the management company. Yes they were not obligated to a refund, but sometimes doing what's fair and right is the better option regardless of what we had agreed to without really knowing what we were getting into.
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, remote and quiet
Happy to find this place that accepts dogs. Floor is all wood so no worry about carpet getting dirty but we did wipe our dog's paws each time we came in. A lovely walk up the lane with lots of birds, some deer and we could hear seals barking from afar. Beds were very comfy!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lila T.

Liked: Cleanliness
perfect place for a relaxing getaway
Cute, cozy cottage with a gorgeous view of the water. Perfect place for a relaxing getaway. House was clean and comfortable- definitely recommend if you’re looking for a quiet place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Connie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet With Beautiful Views
This place was very quiet and had beautiful views! We enjoyed the beach! The walk down to it was a little steep but there are some steps and a railing for some of it. The place was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Beau P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hazel Point Cottage
Super cute little place right off the beach. Quiet and far away from town. If you are looking for a low key place to spend some time on the water, this is it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Michelle E.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely weekend
The property owner was kind and welcoming. There were toys and little surprises for the kids, which delighted them! We enjoyed digging clams and exploring the water’s edge. Be prepared though for a *very* steep trail along a narrow cliffside to get down to the beach. I found it nerve-wracking to navigate with the youngest children and older folks in our group, and our family does a lot of hiking and outdoor adventuring so that word of caution is not an exaggeration. The cottage was well appointed. Really appreciated the comfy beds and the laundry.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amelie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation
I very much recommend the little apartment right above the beach. We had a very fun vacation and the owner was very nice and helpful. Very quiet and we had a beach to ourselves and watch porpoises, seals and bald eagles.(check the tides - the beach is not there at high tide).
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Guy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful view of Hood Canal
Good

10/10 Excellent

Brendan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Really appreciated how great Katie was and the location was epic for a chance to get out of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Taylor S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful cozy getaway
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this cozy little cottage. We didn’t come for the clams but we wished our stay was longer. The private beach was really great when tide was low. The host was incredibly helpful and welcoming of our dog and us. Beautiful property to roam with your dog, relax and have a bonfire in the evening. The host gave us breadcrumbs to make our clams more delicious! Just made us feel at home. There’s a neat mart in Quilcene that will have most of what you need. Will be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angelique V., Portland, OR

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely beautiful location
We very much enjoyed our stay and the property was gorgeous. The place was clean, cute and welcoming. The property had stunning views. We thank you so much and hope to come back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint
Not what we expected but nice. We were kinda disappointed that we couldn’t access the beach because of a mud slide. The owner was very kind and accommodating for what we needed. We will surely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Great private location, fantastic property, we had an amazing time... Would definitely come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marsha V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful refuge
Lovely, remote location. Beautiful view of the water. The peace and quiet is astounding!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

Jess M., Seattle, USA

Disliked: Cleanliness
Really just not that great
To be clear during Covid times, I do believe surfaces were wiped down and sanitized as promised. In fact the bleach smell was overpowering the whole first night so frangrance-sensitivities beware. It was the other not-so-common features like cobwebs in the corners and lighting fixtures and really dusty blinds that made the place feel a little dingy. Upon arrival the owners (who were very nice and accommodating as stated in other reviews) told us to check the bedspread as it may still be damp. This was an understatement and the wet bedspread had also soaked through to the down comforter beneath. I spent the first night drying bedding. Not a great decision to make a bed with a wet blanket just to call it finished. All the bed linens I found in this cabin we’re either kind of grimy or a little threadbare, and in this instance still covered with dog hairs from the previous rental. I do believe the owner when they stated they had washed the sheets twice to try and get it out and ultimately we slept in the dog hair but again, the decision to not come up with a different solution did not instill confidence in the general cleanliness of the cabin. The grounds were a a bit disappointing and a little junky, with a summer’s worth of gear lying out kind of strewn about the path at the bottom of the beach and near the top. Be advised, the outside space flat enough to accommodate two chairs, the grill, and fire pit was right up against the driveway basically around the bottom of the cabin stairs. The effect made the space feel like we were just hanging out in someone else’s yard. We were well aware of the full disclosure in the listing and other reviews that the owner’s property is literally right next door, and yes they are very respectful of privacy and very nice, but again the result felt more like a main house with a MIL unit over the garage instead of two cabins next door to each other as listing language makes it seem. Lastly, go with eyes wide open to the “full kitchen”. No ventilation over the stove, two forks in the whole place, no veggie peeler. (But two toasters lol.). And the shower stall opens into the toilet bowl. I am petite and could fit through with no issue but my 5’10” 220lb husband couldn’t fit through the shower door rendering the shower useless for him during our stay. The rental isn’t terribly misrepresented from the listing and photos, it’s just not that great of a space. Three stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 13, 2020
I am sorry that your experience not a good one. Please note that we accommodated your request to change this reservation 2 different times, one was on the day of your stay, at no charge. We have had this location as one of our vacation homes for over 12 years and haven’t ever had these kind of issues. I followed up with the owner who lives next door. Although she is not the person listed on the contact information, she said she had done everything she could to accommodate your many, many request and concerns. She stated that she advised you to call me here at the office as we are the rental property management. Which you never did. Had you reached out to us on the first night of your stay, I might have been able to take care of issues that concerned you. However, you choose to stay your entire stay without a phone call letting me know there were problems. Almost 2 weeks after your stay, you emailed us requesting a refund. Our response was '"Although we do offer our sincere apologies. We feel that the home is well represented on our website/vrbo, with many reviews from guest, including several this summer, stating how wonderful the home and property is. We will address anything that needs addressing with our cleaning staff and the owner of the home. However, as you choose to stay the entire time you were booked for, we will not be issuing a refund." The guest before you and directly after you stated how nice the home was and how accommodating the owner was. It is our belief that you write this negative, exaggerated review due to the fact that we would not refund your payment AFTER you choose to complete you stay. We will address anything that needs addressing with our cleaning staff and the owner of the home. However, as you choose to stay the entire time you were booked for, we will not be issuing a refund.

10/10 Excellent

Ladd K., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
A quiet and beautiful place!
We had a lovely stay at this beautiful little beach cottage right on the Hood Canal. The apartment is just a short (but steep) walk to the gorgeous private beach, which our little pup enjoyed completely! The apartment is well-appointed with a comfortable bed, all the kitchen supplies you need, and of course the view from the cottage is incredible. As stated in previous reviews, the owners are right next door but you would hardly know it as they leave you to have your privacy. We cooked out on the grill each night and just enjoyed the tranquility of the place. Our only complaint: while the unit itself was cleaned very well, the dishes were NOT clean, some even put away dirty. This probably from the previous renters, but a word of warning to wash the dishes before you use them. We would gladly return and recommend this location to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Hidden Gem
The cottage, setting, and host were incredible. Beautiful views, easy access to a private beach with clamming, fishing, crabbing, and kayaks. Katie is a great host providing all the essentials to make your stay welcome and fulfilling. The only challenge was the property management company that was difficult to get a hold of, did not respond to emails, and did not follow up on requests for information when we finally did get them on the phone.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 13, 2020
Chris, I am glad you enjoyed your stay. We did respond to your request as best we could. We let you know that you could launch your kayak from the property, but there is a trail to the beach. As far as the answer to your off road bike, we let you know that there were trails you could use. I directed you to the ranger station in Quilcene as they would have more specific sthan I could provide. The only phone message we missed was after hours and I called your phone and left a voicemail as we were playing phone tag. As far as hiking trails, I explained that I was not a hiker and again referred you to the ranger visitor center in downtown Quilcene. I also encouraged you to look up 'hiking trails in Quilcene WA as there is a lot of information on the internet. The only specific question you asked us about the home was the kayak launch, which I answered quickly. Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely time on Hazel Point
The apartment was clean and stocked, and the property was breath taking. It's a special spot and I'm grateful that you let my family share it for a long weekend.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private, peaceful getaway
Since vrbo doesn’t give the address until after you pay, we didn’t realize this was about an hour further away than we’d thought - and no diners or shops within 40 minutes. It would have been nice to know location in advance. Still, we enjoyed the break from the city. The beach access was amazing and we had it all to ourselves. We could see for miles and did not come across a single other person. We loved spotting all the wildlife. The owner left a lot of good notes and was open to communication, which was comforting (although we never needed assistance).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice get away
Very nice place to get away. Owner is lovely and helpful; the rental is larger than it looks on pictures. I think if you enjoyed any kind of shellfish would be especially great; we don’t but enjoyed the beach a lot anyway!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Thomas O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
We enjoyed our stay. The owners house is right next to the cottage (maybe 15-20 yards away), but that wasn't an issue. They were nice and we barely saw them. The cottage was in great shape and clean. The beach was great, though as some have said in other reviews, there are parts of the walk down that might not work for elderly. We didn't think it was bad, but I slipped once or twice because I wasn't being careful. Overall, a great stay. We would definitely go again.
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 13, 2020
Thank you Thomas. I am glad you enjoyed your stay. The trail to the beach can be a bit uneven. We would love to have you back as you were wonderful guest. Thank you, Jolene

8/10 Good

Kari H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and quiet
Very nice property. Location is very distant from the town of Quilcene. It was a great weekend to fish/clam. The water was a little hard to get to from the vrbo. Cabin was cute and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristi Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and quiet with stunning views
This property was beautiful, remote and really comfortable for our family after a trip out to the coast. Comfy beds, fun games for the family and lovely beach walks! Lots of privacy from the owners, even though their home is just next door. We had a little fire in the fire pit and watched the boats go by at sunset. If you want to get away from it all and need family time, then this place is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2020
Thank you Kristi. So glad you enjoyed your getaway! Thanks for being such excellent guest.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect relaxing getaway
My family was looking for a quiet and relaxing getaway after dealing with 2020 so far. This vacation was exactly what we needed! The managing company was very easy to contact and friendly. They also provided excellent directions and details. The homeowners were incredibly gracious and even surprised my children with a few treats. The cottage was more open feeling than expected due to its super high vaulted ceilings and plentiful windows (all with wonderful views). Things to note: This cottage is right next door to the home owners. They are incredibly nice and approachable, but not intrusive in any way. The path to the beach is very steep, but they built a hand rail all the way down. So we just took it slow and had no problems going up and down several times a day, even with children (ages 8 & 10). Might not be accessible with very young children or elderly. The kitchen is very small but the stove and fridge are new (and has an ice maker). There is a large dining table that can be used in lieu of counter space. They provide a nice looking grill outside, but we did almost all our cooking over the fire pit. Its an open studio type layout, so very light sleepers could be bothered over floor squeaks or others up in the night. The beds were very comfortable and linens were great. The furniture, TV, movies and items provided were better than we expected. Also, we were there in August with no air conditioner but were very comfortable due to all the windows having quality screens, allowing us to enjoy the cool breeze coming off the bay. While we were there we saw lots of eagles, otters, schools of fish, and lots of boats. We just had the best time relaxing, hanging by the fire and walking down to swim and splash in the water. This trip was exactly what we needed and I'm so thankful for the owners' hospitality and lovely cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2020
Thank you for your review Sarah! Katie said she would love to have your wonderful family back anytime. So glad you enjoyed your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Ana R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love the privacy
This short trip was an amazing experience and I highly recommend planning a trip. The owners gave us our privacy, but still were kind enough to ask us if our needs were met. This cute little cottage was spectacular and had an excellent time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2020
Ana, We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Katie said come back again, you were excellent guest!

10/10 Excellent

Brooke K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved
If you want away from the city, this is paradise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2020
Glad you enjoyed your stay. Think of us for your next getaway!

10/10 Excellent

Maggie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Escape
This was the perfect getaway for a quiet weekend on the water! Our dogs loved being on the water, and the crabbing and clamming are hard to beat when they're in season! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Giordano P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to be socially distant
We wanted to get away, but also avoid crowds. The outdoor access of the property allowed for a cozy retreat.

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
WATERFRONT SERENITY
Katie and her Family are very nice people. We enjoyed our stay while waiting for our house we purchased to close. They were very helpful in anything we needed and made us feel welcome. The house is very cozy. We would highly recommend. Thanks Katie and Family.
Stayed 25 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you Stacy. Katie said she loved having your family as her guest. Congrats on your new home purchase and welcome to the area!

10/10 Excellent

Roman M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome family time
Great time fishing and crabbing. Owner super nice. Very clean home. Family want to go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Roman, So happy that you and your family enjoyed your stay. We would love to have you as our guest again!

10/10 Excellent

Travis C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
This property was amazing. Great, quiet location with a short hike down to the water. The owners, who stay right next door, were super nice and friendly. I highly recommend any one going to this area to check out this property. It is small, wouldn't want to stay their with more than 2 adults and a couple kids, but was perfect for us and our dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you Travis. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay. Katie, the owner talked about what a lovely family you have. We hope to see you again!

6/10 Okay

Chad T.

If you are looking for remote.....You found it
Katie was welcoming. Beach was great. I’m done. Cons House alarm went off for 8-10 hours before one of my sons finally found the Off button. (No mention of this.) Freezer door does not close properly, allows ice to melt and leak onto the floor. Trail to beach is treacherous at best. Yard and fire pit not great.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
I am sorry you found this place not to your liking. I wasn't aware the home had an alarm system. We hope you have better luck on your future vacation rentals.

10/10 Excellent

Sheri C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
This is a perfect spot if you just need a place to lay your head. Very clean and there were 8 of us an we had plenty of room to sleep and move around. Tucked away and a nice path to the beach. Bring all the food with you 30 minute drive to any establishment. We loved the fire pit. Be sure to bring camping chairs so you can sit back and chill. Owner was really nice. Tried to fix the tv but no success. They were having it fixed Tuesday so it should not be a problem for the next group. This is perfect for 1 or a small group.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you for you lovely review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. A quick note for future stays, this home has a limit of 6 guest maximum as per the rental agreement. Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Engrid H.

Quiet and peaceful
Katie is a friendly host and her cabin is very comfortable. She has a well equipped kitchen for family meals. We had no trouble cooking the abundant clams we found on her beach. She even had some toys for kids. A little tricky to find the location so maybe try to arrive in the daylight.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Please think of us on your next visit to the beautiful Hood Canal.

10/10 Excellent

Carla S.

Relaxing and beautiful!
My family and I stayed here for 2 nights and we had a marvelous time. Katie let us use her marina for our boat. We were able to put down crab pots and got some crab! Yum! My daughter, s-I-l and grandbaby were able to enjoy the water and the yard as well. The cabin is almost perfectly babyproof so we got .to enjoy watching our grandbaby crawl around. The place can be sectioned off with sliding doors so the grown-ups could play games while little one slept. Very nice place. Good choice for wonderful vacation! Carla S., Renton, WA
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Aleesa M., Texas

Charming!!
Our little family absolutely loved this little cabin, yes as the reviews say it is right next to the owners house. However, the owner is one of the nicest people we met during our 9 day stay in Washington. She was very hospitable and even made us dinner one night! I would definitely recommend this charming little cabin to anyone wanting to get away from the city! It was extremely clean and well stocked! Also nice and secluded! We can’t wait to plan our next visit!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you Aleesa. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again, soon!