Our lovely cottage is conveniently located off of the road that runs from the North end of the island to the South. It features 100-plus feet of private, accessible tidal beach waiting to be combed, where gulls chase off bald eagles as a blue heron wades quietly at the water's edge. This newly renovated, light and airy cottage is an enchanting, home away from home. The newly updated, light and airy cottage nestles into a beautiful, accessible, lively beach. The cottage welcomes you with three bedrooms, two plush queen beds and one bunk room (two bunks and one pull-out), an open living area, a well-equipped kitchen, and a large dining table with expansive views, one and one-half bathrooms, fire pit, and outdoor seating areas and propane grill. This easily accessible Beach Cottage feels like a world away with its serene beach, comfortable and clean accommodations, and sweeping views gorgeous--interesting in all seasons. The quaint cottage is really perfect for up to 4 adults and their kids. Storage is limited and the bedrooms are not large--this was built as a beach cottage for vacationers in the 1940s. We do not advise more than 6 adults at any time, especially in the winter. This is a private home, conveniently located off the main road on the island, which runs from the North end to the South. The cottage features 100 feet of private, easily accessible beach, by way of what used to be a brickyard's ramp. We'll leave the key for you--step in, kick off your shoes, and enjoy. My name is Tiffany and I am the cottage caretaker and manager. I live just a few minutes away, and am almost always available and happy to answer questions or help in whatever ways I can. Once your reservation is confirmed, I offer my phone/text information so that you can easily reach me at any time before or during your stay. I adore the cottage and our guests and I hope you love the island and the cottage as much as I do! Vashon is a very special place that has so much to offer--beaches, water, rural vistas, hiking, biking, farm stands, artists' studios, live music, and fresh air. The homes near the cottage are a mix of full and part-time, friendly residents, along with an occasional renter. Vashon Highway, a two-lane road, runs along the back of the property. When the ferries are loading or unloading, there will be some traffic noise for a few minutes behind the house. We have placed white noise machines next to each bed for your convenience. The 118 bus does go right by 24410 (check the King County Metro schedule). The bus will stop wherever someone is waiting (don't need to be at a stop). There is no taxi service on island. You can also bike, but Vashon is not flat, at all (carved by glaciers many, many years ago). The marina is about a mile away, so you could potentially get a spot there and walk down. Burton, with a small store and coffee shop, is 1 mile away. Center is about 4 miles away. Uptown, with the major shopping, is about 5 miles north. The cottage is conveniently located off the main road, that runs from the north end of the island, to the south end. The road sits behind the house, so the house is oriented to the water, not the road, but some road noise may be heard, especially during ferry loading and unloading times. Very few waterfront homes on Vashon are without many steps in or to the beach. The cottage's property is level, with only one step up to the exterior door, and one step within the home. We use an outdoor Nest Cam Doorbell, located at the main slider door, to monitor the exterior of the property.