Contemporary Tacoma Cottage w/ Deck & Pond!
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$206
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About this property
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Conveniences include a washing machine and a ceiling fan.
Location
With a stay at this cottage in Tacoma (Parkland), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Tacoma Dome and Emerald Queen Casino. This cottage is 10.6 mi (17 km) from Joint Base Lewis-McChord and 17.2 mi (27.7 km) from Wild Waves Theme and Water Park.
What's nearby
Spanaway Lake(1.3 miles)
Sprinker Tennis Center(1.4 miles)
Paradise Lanes Entertainment Center(1.9 miles)
Pacific Lutheran University(2.2 miles)
LeMay Museum at Marymount(2.2 miles)
Great American Casino(3.5 miles)
Grand Prix Raceway(3.7 miles)
McChord Clinic(4.1 miles)
Regal Lakewood(4.4 miles)
Stina's Cellars(4.5 miles)
St. Clare Hospital(4.7 miles)
Steven A Cohen Military Family Clinic(5.3 miles)
Lake Steilacoom(5.6 miles)
Lower Dog Park(6 miles)
Upper Dog Park(6.1 miles)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)(33.2 miles)
Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field)(36.2 miles)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Non-Smoking Rooms
Business Center
Express Check-In/Check-Out
Free Parking
Location
1609 138th Street South
Spanaway Lake (1.3 miles)
Sprinker Tennis Center (1.4 miles)
Paradise Lanes Entertainment Center (1.9 miles)
Pacific Lutheran University (2.2 miles)
LeMay Museum at Marymount (2.2 miles)
Great American Casino (3.5 miles)
Room options
25
Cottage (2 Bedrooms)
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
1399 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)Fireplace
Guest reviews of Contemporary Tacoma Cottage w/ Deck & Pond!
9.9
Exceptional
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What guests think
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Across reviews, Contemporary Tacoma Cottage with Deck and Pond! is praised for its tranquil, scenic grounds with a pond, clean and comfortable interiors, an attentive host, and a well-equipped kitchen and inviting porches, offering a quiet, restorative place to stay.
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Across reviews, Contemporary Tacoma Cottage with Deck and Pond! is praised for its tranquil, scenic grounds with a pond, clean and comfortable interiors, an attentive host, and a well-equipped kitchen and inviting porches, offering a quiet, restorative place to stay.
Guests often mention beautiful views from many windows, comfortable beds, and a spacious layout suited to relaxing. A recurring limitation is the lack of a separate living room or couch; a few guests wanted more cooking tools, Wi-Fi feedback was mixed, and there was an isolated ant issue. Expect a stay best for travelers who value scenery and self-catering over a traditional living room.
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Facilities
Guests highlight the scenic grounds with a pond and relaxing porches/decks; some also appreciated having a washer and dryer.
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10
Gaye
Jun 3, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
My family and I stayed at this property for four nights and enjoyed the beautifully designed cottage, spacious kitchen, large bathrooms, and peaceful views of the pond from the porch. We also appreciated the full-size washer and dryer. Barbara, the owner, made us feel welcome to her cottage which is in a private family compound. The main section of the guest cottage is the large open kitchen and eating area. Our family didn't miss having a living area (couch, television, etc) because there were televisions in the bedrooms, and we spent most of the time on the porch during our stay. We would return.
My family and I stayed at this property for four nights and enjoyed the beautifully designed cottage, spacious kitchen, large bathrooms, and peaceful views of the pond from the porch. We also appreciated the full-size washer and dryer. Barbara, the owner, made us feel welcome to her cottage which is in a private family compound. The main section of the guest cottage is the large open kitchen and eating area. Our family didn't miss having a living area (couch, television, etc) because there were televisions in the bedrooms, and we spent most of the time on the porch during our stay. We would return.
10
Victor V.
May 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The host, Barbara, lives in the house next door and is very welcoming and kind. She was baking the day we got there and offered us a mini banana bread loaf which was very moist and delicious. The house was very beautiful, clean, gated, and on a scenic piece of property with streams going through the property and a cute pond. I would stay here again
The host, Barbara, lives in the house next door and is very welcoming and kind. She was baking the day we got there and offered us a mini banana bread loaf which was very moist and delicious. The house was very beautiful, clean, gated, and on a scenic piece of property with streams going through the property and a cute pond. I would stay here again
10
Guy B.
Oct 4, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
secluded and quiet, beautiful pond and setting.
secluded and quiet, beautiful pond and setting.
10
Michelle L.
Mar 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We enjoyed our peaceful stay. The cottage is cute and offers a nice layout with 2 bedrooms separated by a kitchen/dining area. We loved all the window lines, view of the pond, fireplaces, etc.
We enjoyed our peaceful stay. The cottage is cute and offers a nice layout with 2 bedrooms separated by a kitchen/dining area. We loved all the window lines, view of the pond, fireplaces, etc.
10
Jessica S.
Jun 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
After a visit with the property owner, we enjoyed the lovely property with spacious porches! Good Wi-Fi for working and close enough to Mt. Rainier.
After a visit with the property owner, we enjoyed the lovely property with spacious porches! Good Wi-Fi for working and close enough to Mt. Rainier.
10
Joan W.
Jan 29, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We enjoyed delightful views of small bodies of water from every window, and an expansive, well-appointed, well-stocked kitchen. Even though our stay was in the depths of winter, the house is so well situated and the grounds so nicely designed, that it was a pleasure beyond expectations. Barbara was even kind enough to allow us to reschedule to a later time after our Christmas Eve Eve flight was cancelled due to a deep freeze. Highly recommended!
We enjoyed delightful views of small bodies of water from every window, and an expansive, well-appointed, well-stocked kitchen. Even though our stay was in the depths of winter, the house is so well situated and the grounds so nicely designed, that it was a pleasure beyond expectations. Barbara was even kind enough to allow us to reschedule to a later time after our Christmas Eve Eve flight was cancelled due to a deep freeze. Highly recommended!
10
Brian
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed -20,285 nights
This cottage is located in a quiet and relaxing atmosphere, with a pond, trees and nice area. Its updated and provides a great space to hang out, but yet separate enough to be in your own space. The host is friendly, helpful and overall a great person. Highly recommend staying here if your in the area. Overall, we loved the place.
This cottage is located in a quiet and relaxing atmosphere, with a pond, trees and nice area. Its updated and provides a great space to hang out, but yet separate enough to be in your own space. The host is friendly, helpful and overall a great person. Highly recommend staying here if your in the area. Overall, we loved the place.
10
Sara E.
Apr 23, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
This property is amazing: spacious layout, calm, surrounded by nature and wild life, gated and safe, clean, and friendly hostess. After spending 3 nights here we feel well rested. Simply beautiful!
This property is amazing: spacious layout, calm, surrounded by nature and wild life, gated and safe, clean, and friendly hostess. After spending 3 nights here we feel well rested. Simply beautiful!
10
Crystal H.
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The pictures don't do this place justice. It was beautiful and so peaceful. There isn't a bad view from any spot in the house. The owner, Barbara makes it even better. She went above and beyond for us during out stay. We look forward to visiting here again very soon!
The pictures don't do this place justice. It was beautiful and so peaceful. There isn't a bad view from any spot in the house. The owner, Barbara makes it even better. She went above and beyond for us during out stay. We look forward to visiting here again very soon!
10
Gaye
Jul 6, 2023
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My sons and I stayed in Barbara's beautifully designed cottage over Memorial Day weekend for PLU's graduation ceremony. The kitchen has great appliances, the beds are good, and the bathrooms are spacious. (The primary bathroom feels as large as the bedroom.) There are plenty of cabinets and counterspace. Light streams in from every direction. We also appreciated the laundry room. Barbara's warm welcome and the gorgeous views were the icing on our stay. We enjoyed sitting on the porch observing the birds and gorgeous flowers around the pond. (We could hear some traffic noise from the nearby road, but it wasn't obtrusive.) There are plenty of chairs, inside and out, but no couch to sit on, since there is no living or family room. The kitchen-dining area is the main part of the guest cottage. That wasn't an issue for us, but may affect some visitors. We recommend the Tacoma Cottage--especially if you want a beautiful kitchen for cooking or eating in, or enjoy relaxing on a porch which has great views.
My sons and I stayed in Barbara's beautifully designed cottage over Memorial Day weekend for PLU's graduation ceremony. The kitchen has great appliances, the beds are good, and the bathrooms are spacious. (The primary bathroom feels as large as the bedroom.) There are plenty of cabinets and counterspace. Light streams in from every direction. We also appreciated the laundry room. Barbara's warm welcome and the gorgeous views were the icing on our stay. We enjoyed sitting on the porch observing the birds and gorgeous flowers around the pond. (We could hear some traffic noise from the nearby road, but it wasn't obtrusive.) There are plenty of chairs, inside and out, but no couch to sit on, since there is no living or family room. The kitchen-dining area is the main part of the guest cottage. That wasn't an issue for us, but may affect some visitors. We recommend the Tacoma Cottage--especially if you want a beautiful kitchen for cooking or eating in, or enjoy relaxing on a porch which has great views.
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe the cottage as very clean, with a few calling it immaculate; there was one isolated report of ants.
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Madeline O.
Dec 10, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
What a perfect little cottage. This was perfect for our family and it was clean, cute, comfortable, and safe. Would 10/10 recommend!
What a perfect little cottage. This was perfect for our family and it was clean, cute, comfortable, and safe. Would 10/10 recommend!
10
Victor V.
May 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The host, Barbara, lives in the house next door and is very welcoming and kind. She was baking the day we got there and offered us a mini banana bread loaf which was very moist and delicious. The house was very beautiful, clean, gated, and on a scenic piece of property with streams going through the property and a cute pond. I would stay here again
The host, Barbara, lives in the house next door and is very welcoming and kind. She was baking the day we got there and offered us a mini banana bread loaf which was very moist and delicious. The house was very beautiful, clean, gated, and on a scenic piece of property with streams going through the property and a cute pond. I would stay here again
10
Igor
Dec 21, 2022
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It was a pleasure staying at the Tacoma Cottage. Our host Barbara was fantastic and very accommodating. Her hospitality was great and I look forward to coming back. The cottage was very clean, contemporary, and in a great location. We will be planning on staying here again in the future.
It was a pleasure staying at the Tacoma Cottage. Our host Barbara was fantastic and very accommodating. Her hospitality was great and I look forward to coming back. The cottage was very clean, contemporary, and in a great location. We will be planning on staying here again in the future.
10
Victoria
Sep 18, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Barbara is an amazing hostess - available to answer any questions, very accessible. The cottage is beautiful, well designed, and clean. The beds were very comfortable and the rooms are spacious. Love the kitchen island and outdoor decks on two sides. Ample room for parking. Absolutely lovely visit, we will be back.
Barbara is an amazing hostess - available to answer any questions, very accessible. The cottage is beautiful, well designed, and clean. The beds were very comfortable and the rooms are spacious. Love the kitchen island and outdoor decks on two sides. Ample room for parking. Absolutely lovely visit, we will be back.
10
Jennifer
Oct 17, 2024
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Such a great location. Very quiet even with other rentals on the property. Super clean, very comfortable, and our host Barbara was available if needed the entire time. She accommodated my need for a box fan immediately, responded to all messages immediately. Definitely one of my best stays!
Such a great location. Very quiet even with other rentals on the property. Super clean, very comfortable, and our host Barbara was available if needed the entire time. She accommodated my need for a box fan immediately, responded to all messages immediately. Definitely one of my best stays!
10
David N.
Jul 31, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a wonderful stay here with Barbara, the very friendly host. House is clean, beds are comfortable, and kitchen is well stocked with cooking supplies. I'd definitely recommend it.
We had a wonderful stay here with Barbara, the very friendly host. House is clean, beds are comfortable, and kitchen is well stocked with cooking supplies. I'd definitely recommend it.
10
Barbie W.
Apr 18, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
My adult daughters and I planned a week long vacation. We truly enjoyed the cottage and can only describe it as a tranquil retreat. It was immaculately clean. The layout was perfect to come together and visit while enjoying the view of picturesque grounds that were beautifully landscaped. We had everything we could possibly need from the kitchen to the bath. The owner was an absolute delight and made sure to make us feel welcome.
My adult daughters and I planned a week long vacation. We truly enjoyed the cottage and can only describe it as a tranquil retreat. It was immaculately clean. The layout was perfect to come together and visit while enjoying the view of picturesque grounds that were beautifully landscaped. We had everything we could possibly need from the kitchen to the bath. The owner was an absolute delight and made sure to make us feel welcome.
8
Sarah F.
May 12, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The location was excellent. The size was just right. The grounds were beautiful.However there were quite a few ants which is not something that can be taken care of right away, although they tried. I was also not used to a VRBO owner asking so many detailed questions about our trip and our daily whereabouts..
The location was excellent. The size was just right. The grounds were beautiful.However there were quite a few ants which is not something that can be taken care of right away, although they tried. I was also not used to a VRBO owner asking so many detailed questions about our trip and our daily whereabouts..
10
Sara E.
Apr 23, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
This property is amazing: spacious layout, calm, surrounded by nature and wild life, gated and safe, clean, and friendly hostess. After spending 3 nights here we feel well rested. Simply beautiful!
This property is amazing: spacious layout, calm, surrounded by nature and wild life, gated and safe, clean, and friendly hostess. After spending 3 nights here we feel well rested. Simply beautiful!
10
Matthew G.
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Couldn't ask for a better home, location, or host. Clean, safe, comfortable, and a beautiful location. Barb also was a wonderful host and very attentive to make your trip as easy as possible. Thank you Barb for your hospitality and meeting you was the sunshine of my day. :)
Couldn't ask for a better home, location, or host. Clean, safe, comfortable, and a beautiful location. Barb also was a wonderful host and very attentive to make your trip as easy as possible. Thank you Barb for your hospitality and meeting you was the sunshine of my day. :)
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Rooms
Rooms are spacious and comfortable with lots of natural light, views of the pond, and a layout with bedrooms separated by the kitchen/dining area. A recurring limitation is the absence of a separate living room or couch; Wi-Fi feedback is mixed.
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Gaye
Jun 3, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
My family and I stayed at this property for four nights and enjoyed the beautifully designed cottage, spacious kitchen, large bathrooms, and peaceful views of the pond from the porch. We also appreciated the full-size washer and dryer. Barbara, the owner, made us feel welcome to her cottage which is in a private family compound. The main section of the guest cottage is the large open kitchen and eating area. Our family didn't miss having a living area (couch, television, etc) because there were televisions in the bedrooms, and we spent most of the time on the porch during our stay. We would return.
My family and I stayed at this property for four nights and enjoyed the beautifully designed cottage, spacious kitchen, large bathrooms, and peaceful views of the pond from the porch. We also appreciated the full-size washer and dryer. Barbara, the owner, made us feel welcome to her cottage which is in a private family compound. The main section of the guest cottage is the large open kitchen and eating area. Our family didn't miss having a living area (couch, television, etc) because there were televisions in the bedrooms, and we spent most of the time on the porch during our stay. We would return.
10
Victoria
Sep 18, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Barbara is an amazing hostess - available to answer any questions, very accessible. The cottage is beautiful, well designed, and clean. The beds were very comfortable and the rooms are spacious. Love the kitchen island and outdoor decks on two sides. Ample room for parking. Absolutely lovely visit, we will be back.
Barbara is an amazing hostess - available to answer any questions, very accessible. The cottage is beautiful, well designed, and clean. The beds were very comfortable and the rooms are spacious. Love the kitchen island and outdoor decks on two sides. Ample room for parking. Absolutely lovely visit, we will be back.
10
Michelle L.
Mar 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We enjoyed our peaceful stay. The cottage is cute and offers a nice layout with 2 bedrooms separated by a kitchen/dining area. We loved all the window lines, view of the pond, fireplaces, etc.
We enjoyed our peaceful stay. The cottage is cute and offers a nice layout with 2 bedrooms separated by a kitchen/dining area. We loved all the window lines, view of the pond, fireplaces, etc.
10
Jennifer
Oct 17, 2024
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Such a great location. Very quiet even with other rentals on the property. Super clean, very comfortable, and our host Barbara was available if needed the entire time. She accommodated my need for a box fan immediately, responded to all messages immediately. Definitely one of my best stays!
Such a great location. Very quiet even with other rentals on the property. Super clean, very comfortable, and our host Barbara was available if needed the entire time. She accommodated my need for a box fan immediately, responded to all messages immediately. Definitely one of my best stays!
10
Jessica S.
Jun 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
After a visit with the property owner, we enjoyed the lovely property with spacious porches! Good Wi-Fi for working and close enough to Mt. Rainier.
After a visit with the property owner, we enjoyed the lovely property with spacious porches! Good Wi-Fi for working and close enough to Mt. Rainier.
8
Vicki S.
Sep 15, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Overall our stay went well…there were things that I would like to see different. The main living area to sit and visit in was just the big island and dining table. No couch or chairs available which wasn’t a huge issue but just something I was not use to.
Overall our stay went well…there were things that I would like to see different. The main living area to sit and visit in was just the big island and dining table. No couch or chairs available which wasn’t a huge issue but just something I was not use to.
6
Ann B.
Sep 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice setting and home, host was very communicative. We had issues with internet being slow/out but since we spend most of they day out exploring was not a huge deal for us.
Nice setting and home, host was very communicative. We had issues with internet being slow/out but since we spend most of they day out exploring was not a huge deal for us.
10
Brian
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed -20,285 nights
This cottage is located in a quiet and relaxing atmosphere, with a pond, trees and nice area. Its updated and provides a great space to hang out, but yet separate enough to be in your own space. The host is friendly, helpful and overall a great person. Highly recommend staying here if your in the area. Overall, we loved the place.
This cottage is located in a quiet and relaxing atmosphere, with a pond, trees and nice area. Its updated and provides a great space to hang out, but yet separate enough to be in your own space. The host is friendly, helpful and overall a great person. Highly recommend staying here if your in the area. Overall, we loved the place.
10
Gaye
Jul 6, 2023
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My sons and I stayed in Barbara's beautifully designed cottage over Memorial Day weekend for PLU's graduation ceremony. The kitchen has great appliances, the beds are good, and the bathrooms are spacious. (The primary bathroom feels as large as the bedroom.) There are plenty of cabinets and counterspace. Light streams in from every direction. We also appreciated the laundry room. Barbara's warm welcome and the gorgeous views were the icing on our stay. We enjoyed sitting on the porch observing the birds and gorgeous flowers around the pond. (We could hear some traffic noise from the nearby road, but it wasn't obtrusive.) There are plenty of chairs, inside and out, but no couch to sit on, since there is no living or family room. The kitchen-dining area is the main part of the guest cottage. That wasn't an issue for us, but may affect some visitors. We recommend the Tacoma Cottage--especially if you want a beautiful kitchen for cooking or eating in, or enjoy relaxing on a porch which has great views.
My sons and I stayed in Barbara's beautifully designed cottage over Memorial Day weekend for PLU's graduation ceremony. The kitchen has great appliances, the beds are good, and the bathrooms are spacious. (The primary bathroom feels as large as the bedroom.) There are plenty of cabinets and counterspace. Light streams in from every direction. We also appreciated the laundry room. Barbara's warm welcome and the gorgeous views were the icing on our stay. We enjoyed sitting on the porch observing the birds and gorgeous flowers around the pond. (We could hear some traffic noise from the nearby road, but it wasn't obtrusive.) There are plenty of chairs, inside and out, but no couch to sit on, since there is no living or family room. The kitchen-dining area is the main part of the guest cottage. That wasn't an issue for us, but may affect some visitors. We recommend the Tacoma Cottage--especially if you want a beautiful kitchen for cooking or eating in, or enjoy relaxing on a porch which has great views.
8
Karyn S
May 11, 2024
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We had a lovely stay at this property. It met our basic needs and the hostess is a doll. I missed that it really had no area to sit and hang out and that effected us greatly at the end of a each day. We also wanted to cook in more and it was a challenge but we made it work.The area is beautiful and very close to the JBLM area.
We had a lovely stay at this property. It met our basic needs and the hostess is a doll. I missed that it really had no area to sit and hang out and that effected us greatly at the end of a each day. We also wanted to cook in more and it was a challenge but we made it work.The area is beautiful and very close to the JBLM area.
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Service
Barbara is frequently praised as warm, responsive, and attentive, often checking in and accommodating requests. One guest felt pre-arrival questions were too detailed.
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Victor V.
May 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The host, Barbara, lives in the house next door and is very welcoming and kind. She was baking the day we got there and offered us a mini banana bread loaf which was very moist and delicious. The house was very beautiful, clean, gated, and on a scenic piece of property with streams going through the property and a cute pond. I would stay here again
The host, Barbara, lives in the house next door and is very welcoming and kind. She was baking the day we got there and offered us a mini banana bread loaf which was very moist and delicious. The house was very beautiful, clean, gated, and on a scenic piece of property with streams going through the property and a cute pond. I would stay here again
10
Judith M.
Jul 13, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Our family found this home relaxing, safe and comfortable. We had everything we needed and our wonderful hostess took the time to visit with me, making sure we were happy there. We would stay again gladly
Our family found this home relaxing, safe and comfortable. We had everything we needed and our wonderful hostess took the time to visit with me, making sure we were happy there. We would stay again gladly
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Igor
Dec 21, 2022
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It was a pleasure staying at the Tacoma Cottage. Our host Barbara was fantastic and very accommodating. Her hospitality was great and I look forward to coming back. The cottage was very clean, contemporary, and in a great location. We will be planning on staying here again in the future.
It was a pleasure staying at the Tacoma Cottage. Our host Barbara was fantastic and very accommodating. Her hospitality was great and I look forward to coming back. The cottage was very clean, contemporary, and in a great location. We will be planning on staying here again in the future.
10
Jennifer
Oct 17, 2024
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Such a great location. Very quiet even with other rentals on the property. Super clean, very comfortable, and our host Barbara was available if needed the entire time. She accommodated my need for a box fan immediately, responded to all messages immediately. Definitely one of my best stays!
Such a great location. Very quiet even with other rentals on the property. Super clean, very comfortable, and our host Barbara was available if needed the entire time. She accommodated my need for a box fan immediately, responded to all messages immediately. Definitely one of my best stays!
10
Patricia
Jul 22, 2024
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From the host's warm welcome to the comfortable accomodations and lovely grounds, we had a wonderful stay!
From the host's warm welcome to the comfortable accomodations and lovely grounds, we had a wonderful stay!
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Julie W.
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
This home is unbelievable! The property it’s on makes you feel like you’re in a private resort! Barb is the host and one of the most delightful women we’ve ever met. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and the places to sit and relax and visit or numerous. We would highly recommend and hope to return.
This home is unbelievable! The property it’s on makes you feel like you’re in a private resort! Barb is the host and one of the most delightful women we’ve ever met. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and the places to sit and relax and visit or numerous. We would highly recommend and hope to return.
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Brian
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed -20,285 nights
This cottage is located in a quiet and relaxing atmosphere, with a pond, trees and nice area. Its updated and provides a great space to hang out, but yet separate enough to be in your own space. The host is friendly, helpful and overall a great person. Highly recommend staying here if your in the area. Overall, we loved the place.
This cottage is located in a quiet and relaxing atmosphere, with a pond, trees and nice area. Its updated and provides a great space to hang out, but yet separate enough to be in your own space. The host is friendly, helpful and overall a great person. Highly recommend staying here if your in the area. Overall, we loved the place.
10
Crystal
Aug 22, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Warmly welcomed, everything we needed.
Warmly welcomed, everything we needed.
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Sarah F.
May 12, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The location was excellent. The size was just right. The grounds were beautiful.However there were quite a few ants which is not something that can be taken care of right away, although they tried. I was also not used to a VRBO owner asking so many detailed questions about our trip and our daily whereabouts..
The location was excellent. The size was just right. The grounds were beautiful.However there were quite a few ants which is not something that can be taken care of right away, although they tried. I was also not used to a VRBO owner asking so many detailed questions about our trip and our daily whereabouts..
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Matthew G.
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Couldn't ask for a better home, location, or host. Clean, safe, comfortable, and a beautiful location. Barb also was a wonderful host and very attentive to make your trip as easy as possible. Thank you Barb for your hospitality and meeting you was the sunshine of my day. :)
Couldn't ask for a better home, location, or host. Clean, safe, comfortable, and a beautiful location. Barb also was a wonderful host and very attentive to make your trip as easy as possible. Thank you Barb for your hospitality and meeting you was the sunshine of my day. :)
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Location
Peaceful, secluded feel on landscaped grounds, yet convenient to Tacoma, Seattle, Mount Rainier, JBLM, and nearby shops and restaurants.
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Victor V.
May 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The host, Barbara, lives in the house next door and is very welcoming and kind. She was baking the day we got there and offered us a mini banana bread loaf which was very moist and delicious. The house was very beautiful, clean, gated, and on a scenic piece of property with streams going through the property and a cute pond. I would stay here again
The host, Barbara, lives in the house next door and is very welcoming and kind. She was baking the day we got there and offered us a mini banana bread loaf which was very moist and delicious. The house was very beautiful, clean, gated, and on a scenic piece of property with streams going through the property and a cute pond. I would stay here again
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Igor
Dec 21, 2022
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It was a pleasure staying at the Tacoma Cottage. Our host Barbara was fantastic and very accommodating. Her hospitality was great and I look forward to coming back. The cottage was very clean, contemporary, and in a great location. We will be planning on staying here again in the future.
It was a pleasure staying at the Tacoma Cottage. Our host Barbara was fantastic and very accommodating. Her hospitality was great and I look forward to coming back. The cottage was very clean, contemporary, and in a great location. We will be planning on staying here again in the future.
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Jennifer
Mar 29, 2024
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Our stay began with a delightful conversation with our host, Barbara. During our stay she checked in with us periodically to ensure our stay was comfortable. The cottage has lots of amenities and great views of the property. Large trees, several ponds, and birds. Our first morning while sipping my coffee a large bird landed in a tree just outside. My guess it was a golden eagle or an immature bald. It was fantastic!Close to several stores and restaurants, this is an ideal location for venturing around Tacoma.
Our stay began with a delightful conversation with our host, Barbara. During our stay she checked in with us periodically to ensure our stay was comfortable. The cottage has lots of amenities and great views of the property. Large trees, several ponds, and birds. Our first morning while sipping my coffee a large bird landed in a tree just outside. My guess it was a golden eagle or an immature bald. It was fantastic!Close to several stores and restaurants, this is an ideal location for venturing around Tacoma.
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June
May 16, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This was a great place to stay that has everything you need. It was close enough to go and see the surrounding attractions but yet it still felt peaceful and secluded. The only thing I can say that would have made it better is if there had been a living room/sitting area besides a dining room table to visit with the individuals we shared the cottage with. The dining room table was not the most comfortable area for that. The homeowner was very nice and willing to help if we needed anything. Would recommend it if you are looking for somewhere in the area.
This was a great place to stay that has everything you need. It was close enough to go and see the surrounding attractions but yet it still felt peaceful and secluded. The only thing I can say that would have made it better is if there had been a living room/sitting area besides a dining room table to visit with the individuals we shared the cottage with. The dining room table was not the most comfortable area for that. The homeowner was very nice and willing to help if we needed anything. Would recommend it if you are looking for somewhere in the area.
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Megan H.
Jul 25, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Excellent host, cottage was lovely, very clean, tranquil atmosphere. It was easy access to Seattle, Tacoma and Mount Rainier. Would highly recommend and visit again.
Excellent host, cottage was lovely, very clean, tranquil atmosphere. It was easy access to Seattle, Tacoma and Mount Rainier. Would highly recommend and visit again.
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Guy B.
Oct 4, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
secluded and quiet, beautiful pond and setting.
secluded and quiet, beautiful pond and setting.
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Jennifer
Oct 17, 2024
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Such a great location. Very quiet even with other rentals on the property. Super clean, very comfortable, and our host Barbara was available if needed the entire time. She accommodated my need for a box fan immediately, responded to all messages immediately. Definitely one of my best stays!
Such a great location. Very quiet even with other rentals on the property. Super clean, very comfortable, and our host Barbara was available if needed the entire time. She accommodated my need for a box fan immediately, responded to all messages immediately. Definitely one of my best stays!
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Jessica S.
Jun 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
After a visit with the property owner, we enjoyed the lovely property with spacious porches! Good Wi-Fi for working and close enough to Mt. Rainier.
After a visit with the property owner, we enjoyed the lovely property with spacious porches! Good Wi-Fi for working and close enough to Mt. Rainier.
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Brian
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed -20,285 nights
This cottage is located in a quiet and relaxing atmosphere, with a pond, trees and nice area. Its updated and provides a great space to hang out, but yet separate enough to be in your own space. The host is friendly, helpful and overall a great person. Highly recommend staying here if your in the area. Overall, we loved the place.
This cottage is located in a quiet and relaxing atmosphere, with a pond, trees and nice area. Its updated and provides a great space to hang out, but yet separate enough to be in your own space. The host is friendly, helpful and overall a great person. Highly recommend staying here if your in the area. Overall, we loved the place.
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Karyn S
May 11, 2024
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We had a lovely stay at this property. It met our basic needs and the hostess is a doll. I missed that it really had no area to sit and hang out and that effected us greatly at the end of a each day. We also wanted to cook in more and it was a challenge but we made it work.The area is beautiful and very close to the JBLM area.
We had a lovely stay at this property. It met our basic needs and the hostess is a doll. I missed that it really had no area to sit and hang out and that effected us greatly at the end of a each day. We also wanted to cook in more and it was a challenge but we made it work.The area is beautiful and very close to the JBLM area.
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Victor V.
May 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The host, Barbara, lives in the house next door and is very welcoming and kind. She was baking the day we got there and offered us a mini banana bread loaf which was very moist and delicious. The house was very beautiful, clean, gated, and on a scenic piece of property with streams going through the property and a cute pond. I would stay here again
The host, Barbara, lives in the house next door and is very welcoming and kind. She was baking the day we got there and offered us a mini banana bread loaf which was very moist and delicious. The house was very beautiful, clean, gated, and on a scenic piece of property with streams going through the property and a cute pond. I would stay here again
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J N.
Aug 17, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
This place is amazing. Loved, loved, loved it. It was so relaxing and Barbara was very precious. We honestly did not want to leave. I would definitely stay there again if I am ever in Parkland. However, if you are a chef or love to cook the kitchen was definitely lacking appliances. No blender, no mixer, no proper cutting knives, no measuring cups, no graters etc. If you love to eat out instead of cooking then you would have no problem finding good places to eat. The kitchen situation was the only drawback for me.
This place is amazing. Loved, loved, loved it. It was so relaxing and Barbara was very precious. We honestly did not want to leave. I would definitely stay there again if I am ever in Parkland. However, if you are a chef or love to cook the kitchen was definitely lacking appliances. No blender, no mixer, no proper cutting knives, no measuring cups, no graters etc. If you love to eat out instead of cooking then you would have no problem finding good places to eat. The kitchen situation was the only drawback for me.
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Rita A.
May 11, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
It was a delightful getaway. Felt we had chosen well and we were rewarded. We even stayed home an entire day between the special events we were there for followed the sun around the deck and enjoyed the geese and squirrels. Have already booked another event for Autumn.
It was a delightful getaway. Felt we had chosen well and we were rewarded. We even stayed home an entire day between the special events we were there for followed the sun around the deck and enjoyed the geese and squirrels. Have already booked another event for Autumn.
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Sassa
Feb 3, 2026
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Stayed -20,482 nights
We had a wonderful stay in Tacoma! Barb was an amazing host—very communicative and thoughtful throughout our visit. The house was exactly as described: clean, comfortable, and set on a lovely property. We truly enjoyed our time here and would happily stay again. Highly recommend!
We had a wonderful stay in Tacoma! Barb was an amazing host—very communicative and thoughtful throughout our visit. The house was exactly as described: clean, comfortable, and set on a lovely property. We truly enjoyed our time here and would happily stay again. Highly recommend!
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Carolyn B.
Jan 11, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
House was excellent, large bathrooms. Variety of condiments and other staples were a great help.
House was excellent, large bathrooms. Variety of condiments and other staples were a great help.
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Patricia H.
Dec 25, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
A few minutes after checking in a circuit breaker blew. We found out this had happened with a previous guest and it wasn’t taken care of. An electrician came the next day and informed the owner the entire breaker box was not able to handle the load and had to be replaced. So for the duration of our stay we couldn’t use stuff or the fridge would quit and lights would go out. Very disappointing.
A few minutes after checking in a circuit breaker blew. We found out this had happened with a previous guest and it wasn’t taken care of. An electrician came the next day and informed the owner the entire breaker box was not able to handle the load and had to be replaced. So for the duration of our stay we couldn’t use stuff or the fridge would quit and lights would go out. Very disappointing.
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Matthew G.
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Couldn't ask for a better home, location, or host. Clean, safe, comfortable, and a beautiful location. Barb also was a wonderful host and very attentive to make your trip as easy as possible. Thank you Barb for your hospitality and meeting you was the sunshine of my day. :)
Couldn't ask for a better home, location, or host. Clean, safe, comfortable, and a beautiful location. Barb also was a wonderful host and very attentive to make your trip as easy as possible. Thank you Barb for your hospitality and meeting you was the sunshine of my day. :)
FAQs about Contemporary Tacoma Cottage w/ Deck & Pond!
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available onsite.
Are pets allowed at the property?
No pets are allowed at this property.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 14:00 and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Tacoma (Parkland), within a 15-minute drive of Tacoma Dome and Emerald Queen Casino. Nearby attractions include Spanaway Lake (2.1 km), Sprinker Tennis Center (2.3 km), and Point Defiance Park (15.1 mi).
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and ages 0-17 can stay for free.
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