This was our annual mother-daughter weekend and one of our most favorite places we've ever stayed in! As a cozy extension to her home, our host Carol made sure to include all the delightful little comforts one would miss by staying in a generic hotel room--blankets and throws, books and DVD’s, a Himalayan salt lamp, flowers on the back deck, sparkling clean, cute eclectic decor, and complete privacy.
From a dreamy autumn view of the misty marina in the morning, to the generously sized bathroom to the unique marble table food prep area, we couldn’t think of anything more we needed. I appreciated that there were plenty of comfy spots to sit and relax, with numerous areas to plug in and charge phones and electronics. It was perhaps a little too comfortable as I was tempted to just curl up all day with a good book! But, coming and going was a snap with electronic entry so we didn’t have more keys to juggle.
It is in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood, but amazingly, under a 5 minute walk to the waterfront park of “Little Norway” with walking trails, restaurants, bakeries, coffee and gift shops so parking issues were non-existent. We didn't even get to enjoy the wooden deck out back with a splendid view of the bay, or use of the exercise equipment that was so thoughtfully provided in the enclosed porch. Needless to say, the unbelievable bonus wood sauna right in the living room just put it over the top after an exhilarating day hiking through magnificent conifer forests on the nearby Olympic Peninsula and driftwood-laden beaches on Puget Sound. A big thank you to Carol for the great communication and warm welcome. I wouldn't change a thing, other than staying longer the next time!