Waterfront Home w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit | House in Gig Harbor

10.0 (4 Reviews) |   4 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  9 Guests
Burley House | Waterfront Home w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit

4 Bedroom House in Burley, Gig Harbor

Welcome to The Whale’s Tale by Shoreside Sanctuaries – a spacious waterfront home in Gig Harbor that’s perfect for families, groups, or anyone who enjoys great views, good coffee, and relaxing while someone else deals with the minions, I mean children. Wink wink, Ya gotta love em'!
Less than an hour from Seattle, this 3,400-square-foot home sits on nearly half an acre overlooking Mt. Rainier, Raft Island, and Henderson Bay. Whether you’re spotting orcas, grilling on the deck, or hiding with a book and a latte, you’ll have plenty of space to do your thing.
🛏️ Sleeping arrangements:
2 king bedrooms
1 queen bedroom
1 office with a queen sleeper sofa
3 full bathrooms + a half bath Real beds. Real privacy. No bunk beds or air mattresses.
🛋️ Room to relax:
The open living area has hardwood floors, big windows, a cozy bay seat, and an electric fireplace. There’s room to gather—or to escape from the group for a few quiet minutes of sanity.
☕ Coffee snobs welcome:
We take our caffeine seriously.
You’ll find a full espresso setup including:
A top notch espresso make with QR code instructions
A single-serve brewer
French press
Vietnamese phin filter
Pour-over kit
Plus plenty of mugs, so no one’s stuck drinking from a measuring cup.
🍳 Kitchen perks:
Large island, induction cooktop, granite counters, and stocked for REAL cooking. Whether you’re making seafood pasta or just plating up takeout like a pro, you’re covered.
🌿 Outdoor space:
Deck and balcony overlook a garden, fire pit, and the bay. Grill, dine outside, toss a Frisbee, or just sit back and soak it in. The private neighborhood beach is just a 5-minute walk—gate key included.
🦐 Local gems:
Minterbrook Oyster Co. is less than a mile away with fresh oysters, crab, mussels, and clams.
Minter Creek Hatchery offers a low-key nature stop and a look at local salmon.
Downtown Gig Harbor has restaurants, shops, distilleries, ice cream, and harbor tours—definitely worth a visit.
🚗 Location:
About an hour from Seattle, Olympia, and the Olympic National Forest. Whether you want a chill weekend or a full itinerary, this is a great base.

Waterfront Home w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit is located in Burley. Waterfront Home w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This House features Security/Safety, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Waterfront Home w/views, outdoor dining & fire pit has 4 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 9 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have rated it 2, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Burley has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Burley, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • 3+ bathrooms
Bedroom
  • Sofa bed
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • On the beach
Parking
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Activities
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fitness center
  • Mountain biking nearby
Entertainment
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video library
General
  • Unit size: 3398 sq ft (316 sq m)
  • English
  • Near a zoo
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the ocean
  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's books
  • Travel crib
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Chef
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Balcony
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Skiing
  • Close to skiing
Spa
  • Massages

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 26
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Juanita C.
Jul 24, 2025 10:41:05 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We loved this home. It didn’t feel like a rental at all. The house was beautiful and the views of Henderson Bay and Mt Ranier were unbelievable. Easy walk to the beach and so lovely to walk near the bay. The kitchen fully equipped as well as the rest of the house. But my favorite part was the gardens! Oh my, the hydrangeas were unbelievable! It was obvious that the owners took care of the grounds. We enjoyed the fire pit and the outdoor furniture-including the hammock and swinging rope chair. Hosts were easy to connect with and walked me through a few things I couldn’t figure out. I have never been to a rental home with houseplants. Lots of attention to detail Thank you for sharing your home with us!
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