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Reviews of Beautiful home near the University Of Puget Sound

Beautiful home near the University Of Puget Sound
Tacoma, WA

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tomislav K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tacoma
We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Thanks for a great stay! Would book here again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute home!
Absolutely loved our stay at this lovely location. A lot of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L., Denton, TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to UPS and anything you want to do in Tacoma
House is so much bigger than I thought it would be, I was pleasantly surprised. Nice updates to the bathroom, living room and kitchen; the beds were alright, but the bedding was super comfy! Only negative I can think of is the smell, smelled a bit like old pot or cigarellos, but it’s not off-putting. Would rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Kristin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute but EXTREMELY HOT house with security concerns!
We arrived during a heat wave and expected it to be warm but we’re very surprised when we opened the door to the house and it was like an oven inside. The host knew we were coming and didn't have a single window cracked to ventilate the heat, and even after we arrived and opened all the windows and doors and turned on the 2 tiny fans provided, the house was still over 100 degrees inside 2 hours later (at 10pm at night!) We were miserable. I contacted the host immediately upon arrival to ask if we could cancel the reservation because I was NOT comfortable sleeping with all the windows and doors open with sketchy activity going on outside the front door (person scanning a flashlight out front and a car stopped in the middle of the road looking towards the house for no apparent reason). The host replied saying I should have known it would be hot in August and should have booked somewhere with AC if it was a concern and offered no other assistance. Another fan or 2 or a little compassion would have been nice, but instead all I got was excuses and a bit of an attitude! I ended up staying awake most of the night because it was too hot for me to sleep and so my daughter would feel safer with the house being unsecured. The house is cute and clean but make sure you're comfortable sleeping with open windows at night if you book this place, and I'd advise against reserving it in July/August. We tried to make the most of it, but overall it was a very uncomfortable experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Smith Family
Great location, very clean and easy process
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

M S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute
Great little place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony E., Delaware, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
A great base for exploring the area
This was a great stay. House is much bigger than it looks from the outside and in the pictures. Eveything was clean and ready for us to stay. Communication was good before check in and there were no issues once settled in the house so we had no need to reach back out to owner. Didn't have any issues with the on street parking, even with a party happening across the street one night. Neighbors we intereacted with were polite and, even though we were exhaused after a day of exploring, the party was not a negative. Would not hesitate to stay again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and quaint
What a sweet little home. Comfortable beds, linens and just right for 4 to 6 people. We felt safe and it was very convenient to shopping and getting around in general. Kitchen utensils and necessities could use an upgrade, but it was fairly sufficient. We would definitely use this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tacoma weekend stay
This little house was clean, well-equipped and very comfortable. Location was convenient for accessing the waterfront, Univ of Puget Sound and downtown Tacoma. It was a great fit for our family this weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage
We love staying in the little blue house. The house has everything you need. The location is great and we love walking to grab coffee and food.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

traci m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, cozy location
The house was nice for a weekend getaway to visit family. The location is actually quiet compared to the surrounding area. The house is cute and has charm. There are a couple downfalls 1) the king bed is incredibly uncomfortable it’s like sleeping on a lumpy rock. 2) the flooring is uneven from the kitchen to where the addition on the house is. So just remember that so you don’t trip over it which I did multiple times. There is also a two inch step into the master bedroom from the bathroom. Overall though the house is cute and I would rent it again because it’s so close to our families house.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

April B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Always quiet & relaxing
I rent this home when visiting my mom & work from here. Not only is it darling, it’s large enough for my family :) close to everything & cozy. Thank you :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Felt like home....sad to leave
Staying in a home as supposed to a hotel was perfect for our family. It had been several years since we had all been together. It was just like old times.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth S., Twin Cities area MN

Liked: Cleanliness
College Visit
This property was perfect for visiting our University of Puget Sound student. Very easy and close location to campus, dining, and shopping. The house was roomy and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maritza T., Federal Way

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to stay
We had a wonderful time at this place. Our kids loved it too. We highly recommend staying here. Close to many restaurants, and mall. We will be staying again when visiting friends and family in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

E S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and clean
Like other renters, we found the house spacious, clean, and comfortable. Well appointed, as well, in a nice quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding stay
Loved the open space and quiet neighborhood. Very comfy place to stay. Need to get a bigger dining room table for both eating and game playing.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Could live here!
What a great house! We kept saying we would could live there. Very clean, tastefully decorated, and well appointed. My favorite room was the living room; full of natural light and comfortable furniture. We didn't use the back yard but it was large with a nice shade tree. We had a wedding on Vashon and the ferry was less than 15 minutes away. Very close to the fabulous zoo and aquarium. Also 5 minutes to Target and Walmart. We went back and forth to Seattle as well and had easy proximity to I-5. The beds were very comfortable as well. Very glad we chose this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Tracy A., Lithia

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice home with all amenities needed!
We enjoyed this home very much. The king bed was very comfy and there was plenty of space to spread out! The washer and dryer were fabulous! On street parking only. The house was the nicest one on the street and likely in the entire neighborhood!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A weekend in Tacoma
Lovely place, with all the necessities provided. Everyone in our group was happy with the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

heidi c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Loved the place. Super cute decoration in a French style. Very comfortable. I wasn’t sure about the neighborhood but it’s just a regular middle class area. The property was clean the host was amazing and I would highly recommend this place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacob R.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great house!
Beautiful house, centrally located. Clean, well-supplied and inviting. Perfect for our short stay in Tacoma—and would have been perfect had we wanted to stay for a week or a month, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

LouAnn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tacoma gem.
Loved this little house! It’s been beautifully updated and decorated and is very well equipped. It is centrally located and was easy to find my way around. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
Had everything we needed. Great location. House layout was great- our kids are not excited about staying away from home- but open layout of house really put them at ease- they had their own space but didn't feel "away" from the family:)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage!
This cottage was perfect for our family! It was centrally located, had a fully stocked kitchen, and games/puzzles/movies for the kids. I would highly recommend this cottage to anyone visiting the Seattle/Tacoma area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love it every time
I have rented this house quite a few times and I always feel like I’m coming “home” when I arrive. The kitchen is stocked well with all the things you need. The house is clean and thoughtfully decorated. The beds are comfy. The location is great. I love walking to 6th Street for coffee every morning. The proximity to University of Puget Sound is perfect. I can walk to campus to meet my daughter after class or just stroll through the beautiful campus on my daily walks. Can’t wait to be back a couple more times before graduation in May!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon V., -

Liked: Cleanliness
Deceptively lovely
This place Looks tiny from the outside, but is very spacious and comfortable. The kitchen is amazingly well equipped with a good supply of spices. My only complaint, as with many VRBO properties, is that there weren't any truly sharp carving knives. The dining table is small and the chairs not very substantial, but we managed a dinner for 6 easily. I would stay here again and would hope to be able to use the ample fenced in yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rhodora L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cozy
Loved everything about this place. The owner Amy Jo was easy to communicate with and quick to respond to my questions. The house was super cozy and we really felt at home. Close to groceries and easy to get to. Thanks Amy Jo.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gwen N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay
Fantastic location, super clean house with all that you need to feel at home. Spacious and perfect for our family gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy house in Central Tacoma
We stayed at this house for the month of August. The house is nicely appointed and has a lot of nice conveniences (Tupperware, Keurig, etc.). The house is much larger than it appears from the pictures. The back yard is a nice place to relax. Would definitely return.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Junya

Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

ccc w.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was AMAZING and so were the hosts!
Amy and her husband have a gorgeous home! They were attentive, communicative and just overall amazing hosts. I definitely will book their homes again when in town! Thank you Amy for allowing my father and I to occupy your beautiful space! Mahalo!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura D., San Francisco Bay Area

Liked: Cleanliness
Tacoma bungalow
We enjoyed a nice quiet stay at this remodeled and very clean Tacoma bungalow.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paige S.

Liked: Cleanliness
UPS Drop Off
We dropped our child off at University of Puget Sound and stayed at this property. It was PERFECT for our stay. The weekend was emotional so having this place to organize her things before moving her in to her dorm, make diner for a few of her new friends, and process this epic transition was so helpful. The property owner, Amy Jo, was friendly, engaging, helpful, and generous when COVID interrupted our original reservation. Highly recommend this listing. We will certainly reserve again when visiting Tacoma next
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Annie O., Seattle

Nice home, great owners
We stayed here for a mini staycation and enjoyed the home. It’s kept up well. We did have a few issues with cleanliness but the owners were very communicative and took care of what we needed. There is a big yard and fairly quiet neighbors, with a decent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Belinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spacious home
We spent Christmas at this home and it was perfect to have family over. So cute and spacious. Property owners are very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R., Oceanside, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Spot On
This property was better than advertised!! Super clean...amazing neighborhood...close to the University. Will definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love it here!
This house is perfect for our weekend visits to UPS! It has everything we need and is so close to campus. We just keep coming back - our home away from home.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Holden Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Tacoma
Super clean, comfortable and just what we needed while visiting my son who is attending UPS. Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home. We highly recommend this place if you plan on staying in Tacoma.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
House was spacious and clean, and we had all we needed. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert S., Mount Airy, MD

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Great little house close to downtown Tacoma. Only 5-10 minute drive away from great restaurants and the Tacoma sights. House head everything we needed and was very well maintained and clean. The three bedrooms are ideal for family with teens who hate sharing beds or mixes groups.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great owners to work with
I appreciate the way the owners made sure our stay was as smooth as possible. It was not a joyous reason my far flung family was getting together unexpectedly. So I truly appreciate all their help in being flexible and working with us as our plans has to keep changing to accommodate everyone’s schedules and travel arrangements. Thank you for our great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jessie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a cute house. Very close to fun restaurants. The beds were comfy, the house was clean
It’s was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Judy K., Mountain View

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable place, super clean and close to UPS
My husband, daughter and I stayed at this lovely house as we were getting ready for the move into the freshman dorms at the beginning of the UPS school year. This house is spacious and beautifully appointed with modern but comfortable decor. It had everything we needed and a couple of extra touches that we really appreciated. Check in is as simple as it gets. The house is conveniently located minutes from everything but in a quiet and safe neighborhood. We loved the convenience and ease of having this house as our hassle-free home base during a very busy week.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bethany T.

Liked: Cleanliness
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Cheryl R D.

Liked: Cleanliness
House good points and bad.
Clean home & everything we needed to stay. Bathroom rugs were slippery & need rubber backing. My 73 year old sister fell but just got bruised. Handicap bars need to be added to the tub.. Sidewalk needs to be repaired. They are cracked and slanted. I am handicapped & needed assistance going in and out of the house. Handrails on house need to be replaced (unsafe) & steps going to house need handrails also. That go from the sidewalk to the yard. Mats on steps move (trip hazard) (they moved on us so we had to be bery careful) & ramp that goes to patio is too steep and dangereous to use. These are improvements you need to fix before someone gets hurt. Otherwise we loved the house. It was very clean and spacious, beds were comfortable, and had all the comforts of home.

10/10 Excellent

Karmon J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disabled-wheelchair friendly
Overall lovely house and big enough for 5 adults. Only one bathroom but spacious. Very cute and properly stocked with all items needed for food/cleaning. Neighborhood not too close to restaurants or dining but town is super Uber/Lyft friendly. Very nice appliances. Wheelchair was able to be used in the entire house. The backyard ramp to the yard is quite steep so unfortunately unable to use. The TV volume did not work on the remote(minor complaint) as we just walked up to the tv to adjust volume. WiFi was great. There is annoying barking dogs and renovation across the street but that is outnof the control of the owners. Property highly recommend for vrbo..
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F., Yakima, USA

Charming home and yard
We enjoyed our stay in this spacious, charming, clean home. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was well equipped, and the living room was nice for hanging out in. Quiet neighborhood and a short drive to Tacoma attractions. Pretty back yard with blooming Dogwood and Magnolia trees, Camellia, Holly, Ivy, and Bluebells. I recommend it for friends or family.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

Perfect house near UPS
We loved our stay. The amenities were perfect- a fully stocked kitchen, comfy beds, charming all around. We loved being able to sit outside and enjoy the sunny mornings. We have already reserved the house for family weekend in October!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019