At Anderson Island Escape, you can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a firepit, and a garden. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this vacation home. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and an arcade/game room.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 121750 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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About this property
Anderson Island Escape
Newer construction style home, nestled in the woods of the island. Close to saltwater marina with dock for your boat and fresh water lake a block away from the front door for fishing.
This a 1,800 sq ft. family vacation home nestled in the woods, pine needles on the walkway and deer in the yard. Very nice and modern. We just added 2 full size arcade games in the game room. The Simpson which is 4 player and RidgeRacer which also includes 4 other driving games. It is professionally cleaned after each stay, but there may be some dust missed here, spare towel in the washer there, etc... If you want to be on an island in the Puget Sound, have room to stretch out and make smores & memories w/ the family at the backyard fire pit with the occasional deer, than our place is perfect.
Quaint general store, golf course, and restaurant on the shores of Lake Josephine, one of two fresh water lakes on the island.
There is also a historical farm house with gift shops and museum that you can tour. Great time to go is during the annual Apple squeeze where you can press your cider just like the did on the island over a 100 years ago.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video games
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near the marina
Near the sea
Next to a golf course
On a lake
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Golf
Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Table tennis
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
About the area
Located in Anderson Island, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a lake. Fort Lewis Museum and Tacoma Narrows Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chambers Bay Golf Course and Stina's Cellars. Traveling with kids? Consider Titlow Park and Narrows Plaza Bowl. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby. Visit our Anderson Island travel guide
This family-friendly Anderson Island vacation home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Josephine Lake and Eagle Island State Park. Lyle Point and South Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Anderson Island Escape Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We had a wonderful time during our stay on the island! We went for Christmas and it was the best Christmas we'd had in years! The house we rented was exactly what it said it was, cozy and perfect for a family gathering. The property was clean and had a very efficient use of the space. We would definitely stay there again!
The check-in process was easy, the appliances were good quality, the housing space was adequate for the whole family, and the transport process was reliable. The house was homey, and we all enjoyed it.
We brought our teen grandkids for a short vacation...despite the fact we had some unusually cloudy weather, we had a lovely stay. The house has a few quirks, but overall was very comfortable and lots of room to spread out as well as to be together. We went to both lakes....they were wonderful and we are always surprised at how empty they are. Be sure to plan your trip back so that you are in line for the ferry...if you miss it during the week, you can wait quite awhile since the times are spread out more. THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR HOME!!
We had a group of 10 people, including children and adults. This was a great accomodation to fit us all. We added a tucked away futon to the twin bedroom and two kids slept on the L- shaped couch instead of the pull out sofa because it was quick and easy. Lots of linens and towels were available. Host brought us dish soap when we were running out. The arcade machines were a hit with the kids.
The best part of the location is that it's a block or two away from Lake Josephine that doesn't have any motorized boats. If you have access to kayaks, definitely bring them! Our crew had fun swimming there as well.
I will note that we had a little mouse situation on the last day, getting into our loaves of bread and a new bag of chips. We didn't have any issues the previous days and it's country living so it doesn't bother me, but just wanted to give a heads up to keep an eye on your food or keep it in a tub with a lid. The only other thing I'd wish for was enough plates and bowls for everyone, but we were able to make do.
Overall, we are very grateful to be able to stay at this place and would definitely consider staying here again. Thank you to Chris for making this available!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Tristin T.
Oct 16, 2024
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great Area to Stay with Family
The house is definitely bigger than it looks in photos and that was a great plus. Unfortunately, there was mouse droppings noticed in quite a few places and we had to vacuum because there were a few fleas. Now, this is definitely the season of fleas, so that can happen anywhere, but it still ate up a little bit of time and our Autistic child struggled with thinking there were going to be more found. Overall, the house was nice though. Applicances were great, one of the arcade games (racing one) didn't work and that was our main reason for choosing this particular house. The owner was not in country at the time of our stay and that made it hard to get ahold of them with any concerns. We had learned that the owner had to confirm we were staying there, so that we could get fishing passes and though they said they would, the lady never received anything, so we were unable to fish in a couple of the lakes or off the dock on the bay. There was plenty of toys and entertainment items in the house for a range of kiddo ages though and that was appreciated. If we went back though, we would most likely choose a different home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Carolyn
Jun 21, 2026
Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
Location was GREAT! Quiet, peaceful, relaxing. Just enough wildlife to keep you looking for more. Must be mindful of the time when planning a trip off island. Hope your "ferry dust" keeps working for you as well as it did for us. Never missed a ferry ride even though a time or two was just by the skin of our teeth.
Somehow the wrong access code was sent to us and took an hour + to finally get the correct code through the booking agency. The owner called next morning to follow up on what had happened. He was very solicitous.
The rooms were clean & beds comfortable. A new cleaning staff is needed that can organize supplies & realize they need to clean ALL client accessible areas. The patio was not clean or ready for client use - looked more like a storage space. Every closet was unorganized, messy & jammed pack with stuff. No room left for the client to hang their belongings, nor place their luggage. One sheet on the beds is not sufficient. Dishes and cookware were dusty & had to be washed before use. A dishwasher but no soap. What appeared to be "security" equipment was disconnected from three windows, and two windows were left wide open.
I highly recommend the owner do a surprise inspection to see what he is not getting from his staff. The staff will cause him to lose more than he gains by maintaining the current employee's.
We all had a great time! The beds were very comfortable, The kitchen had everything we needed. I was impressed with how big the living room and dining rooms were. Great layout of the house. We had easy access to the lake. So all in all I would definitely rent this home again!
Our family really enjoyed our stay. The home seemed to be equipped with everything. Check in and put was easy. Communication with the host was quick. The kids are asking to go back.
We enjoyed the private small backyard and patio, and walking just 2 minutes to a lake dock. Kitchen was well stocked for cooking, and the large living room was good for our group to play games in. Thanks to Greg for the accommodations!
We had a nice retreat in a peaceful neighborhood. The owner was great with communicating and responding quickly to questions. The house had everything we needed and provided a nice getaway.
Large convenient house, secluded back yard, steps away from the lake!!!!
Totally enjoyed the Swimming Hole!!!
Water slides, area for little kids, warm water!!
We will be back!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review
8/10 Good
Joesph H.
Dec 1, 2018
Nice house, beautiful island
We enjoyed our stay on the island. We talked to a lot of friendly people. The biggest drawback is that you are at the mercy of the ferry schedule
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review
8/10 Good
Sean L.
Jun 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
As advertised.
Property was as advertised. It's a little close to the resort areas for my personal preference, but others might like the location a lot. The house is larger than It seems from the description and would probably be adequate for a larger group. We may come back with kids.
It was the second time we reserved the house this year.
Nice specious house with no stairs. There is plenty of everything for your needs.
Perfect covered outdoor seating area!!! We spent most of our time outside, even though it was raining.
A couple of reindeers came to visit us.
We are definitely coming back in the summer.
Host was great. Easy access. Quick responses to our questions. House was… questionable. Carpets dirty but I can forgive because it’s a forest environment. Master bath shower curtain rust/mildew at the bottom. Hall bath toilet seat not connected to toilet????? Last was the weirdest. No beds had a top sheet. Had fitted bottom sheet but no top sheet. Just a blanket/comforter. Weird. They sell them in sets don’t they? All in all the house did the job for us. The surroundings are beautiful and the house was warm and dry with a nice kitchen and big screen TV. A little maintenance will make the place 5 stars.
We had a large family gathering at this house and the experience was amazing. My wife and I got married in the back yard in a small ceremony which was simply beautiful and private! Everything you need to have an amazing time with the family and get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. This house boosted the perfect balance of nature and quite relaxation. We found the community to be very friendly and helpful. Our family gives this rental and all the amenities a five star rating! Once again to the owners thank very much and many blessings to you.
Need clean at back yard fire place and chair etc... coffe machine looks olds and dirty etc...
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Roger E.
Aug 19, 2024
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Good but needs repairs.
Bathroom towel hooks need replacing; no towels were on them when we arrived and soon found out why when couldn’t use. The dishwasher settings wouldn’t work except for a 99min cycle on one rack or something. The video game pedal broken. Coffee pot leaks underneath. The place very old and outdated, but we saw that on pictures. Good luck.