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Take advantage of a water park, a garden and laundry facilities at NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman!. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman!

  • Experience the best of Tacoma at this newly remodeled, charming craftsman home in N Tacoma. With its central location, you'll be minutes away from top attractions like the Point Defiance Zoo, Point Ruston Waterfront & Proctor District. Discover the only combined zoo & aquarium in the PNW at Point Defiance, witness live glassblowing demos at the Museum of Glass or attend events at the Tacoma Dome. This spot is the perfect launchpad for your Tacoma adventure. Book now and start exploring!



    This recently renovated Craftsman home is perfectly located just 4 streets away from Point Defiance Park/Zoo/Aquarium & the Tacoma waterfront, and less than 1 mile from Point Ruston. The home features an open concept living/dining/kitchen space with brand new high-end appliances, Quartz worktops, farm sink, and eating bar. There are two bedrooms each with a queen bed and a newly updated bathroom with tile floors and fixtures. Additionally, the home boasts a covered front porch with seating and a small water/mountain view, a large fully fenced front yard, off-street parking, high-speed fibre internet, and a smart TV.



    This home is in a great walkable area, close to coffee shops, restaurants, parks & the Vashon Ferry. It offers easy access to Proctor District, Stadium District, 6th Ave, UPS, Tacoma Dome, Cheney Stadium & DT Tacoma. The area is very walkable and bike-friendly, and transport is easy. Plus, there's plenty of off-street parking available for your car during your stay. Don't miss out on this perfect Tacoma location!



    Good to Know Before You Book:

    · Booking Requirements: Guests must be 25 or older to book, provide a government-issued ID, sign a rental agreement, and pay a refundable security deposit (up to $500). Deposit to be processed by host on guest's credit card.

    · Landscaping & Pest Control: Our landscaper visits every other week, and pest control is scheduled monthly. We do our best to avoid scheduling these services during guest stays, but exact timing can’t always be guaranteed.· No Parties or Events: To ensure a quiet and respectful environment for all, we have a strict no-party policy. Violations may result in cancellation and removal from the property.

    · Security: For your safety, exterior security cameras (floodlight) with audio are in use on the property.

    · Guest Responsibility: By booking, guests agree to accept full responsibility for any accidents or injuries that may occur during their stay.



    Simple Checkout Instructions:

    · Leave used linens on the bed.

    · Place towels in the laundry basket—no need to wash them.

    · Load and start the dishwasher.

    · Let us know if anything needs attention.

    · Send a quick message when you check out

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About the area

Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Tacoma, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Adventure Maze and Titlow Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Tacoma Mall and Freighthouse Square. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tacoma Dome or Puget Sound Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and rock climbing. Visit our Tacoma travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A tree by a lake with a clear sky.
    Point Defiance Park
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A rustic wooden cabin interior with various tools and equipment, including a large bear statue, wooden buckets, and a wheelbarrow.
    Fort Nisqually Living History Museum
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A large fish with a yellow tail swimming in clear water.
    Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Adventure Maze
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cinemark Century Point Ruston
    18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Theater District Station
    11 min drive
  • Union Station
    12 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Taco Street
    15 min walk
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Stack 571 Burger & Whiskey Bar
    19 min walk
  • Anthem Coffee
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman! located?

Located in West End, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Point Defiance Park and Fort Nisqually Living History Museum. Adventure Maze and Cinemark Century Point Ruston are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

NEW Point Ruston/Point Defiance Updated Craftsman! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved this VRBO111

We loved this property. It was clean, safe and would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So very pleased with accommodations.

Centrally located, quiet neighborhood and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I just loved this place. It’s super clean, very quiet at night, and the bedding was so cozy. This beats a hotel hands down.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and Clean

The updated home was both quiet and clean. Located in the Ruston area, it was perfect location. Easy access to Point Defiance Park and many other things in Tacoma. Although we didn’t cook here, it seemed to be very well stocked with utensils, coffee, etc. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great communication!

My family arrived late in the evening on a weekday and Victoria and Codi were accommodating in every way! They were communicative throughout the entire stay and went above and beyond to make sure our stay was comfortable. The bungalow is perfectly sized for 2-3 and so well crafted! Check in/out was easy and the location was perfectly stationed between Mt Rainier and downtown Seattle. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Safe location

Owners were good communicators. Felt safe at night. Quiet neighborhood. Close to a lot. Smaller house but luckily we weren’t there much besides at night. Recommend if your stopping through town but not if your expecting a spectacular interior decorated place.
Stayed 25 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with parks, shops and restaurants in walking distance.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Was a lovely home to call out home base for our stay in Tacoma
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have used this place twice for visiting family on the North end as there really aren’t any other options. Better than a hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here with my family of five and we had a wonderful time. The home was well-stocked with everything we needed, and the location was excellent. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thought it was very pleasing. It was a great place to vacation. Wish we could have stayed longer, wish the back door had better lock on outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot in Ruston

This house was a great place to stay and close to a lot of different things to do. Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great visit

This property is conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood close to Antique Sandwich Shop, Point Defiance, Dune Park, the Zoo and Ruston Market. Easy walk or short drive.Clean, easy access and great communication with the owners. Look forward to a return trip soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and Comfortable

Love the location! Close to the park and waterfront for stunning views. Quiet and comfortable home. Very responsive hosts!
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Clean place

We enjoyed our stay in Tacoma. The property is pretty basic. Close to Point Defiance and the sound. Worked for what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, great hosts, great home

We had a wonderful experience staying at the Point Defiance bungalow. We wanted to be close to family and Point Defiance and the location was perfect. The hosts made us feel very welcome. They are great communicators and went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable. They even delivered replacement kitchen tools to us on the day of our arrival (some went missing). We found the house super clean and well outfitted. The kitchen was much more complete than other VRBOs that we have stayed at in the past. The location is great, especially if you like to hike. The trails in Point Defiance are fabulous. Being close to Rustin and North Tacoma is a big plus too. We plan to stay here again the next time visit family in Tacoma.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication

Property needs work!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023