Book a room in this barefoot or socks only home in a gated community by the Classic Golf Club. It's a drive away from Tacoma, Mt. Rainier, Northwest Trek Zip Line and Wildlife Park, Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), the Washington State Fair, Olympic National Park, Ocean Shores, Mt St, Helens, the San Juan Islands and yes, Portland and Seattle. Solo adventurers, business travelers, relax and feel at home in this barefoot or socks only place. You're booking a room with a single bed and a desk on the second floor in a quiet home in a gated community. The view of the golf course is from the living room and kitchen on the first floor. Aside from your room and bathrooms, you're welcome to use the living room (cable tv available for use), the dining room, the kitchen (fridge space, filtered water and ice dispenser; electric oven and stove; coffee maker, etc) and the patio in front. I work from home, so let me know if you need anything. If I'm not at home, I'm just a phone call or a text message away. I love to explore places and I love people who love to do the same. I have explored the Pacific Northwest quite a bit and have my favorite spots. I do want to explore it some more, so I love discussions revolving around this topic. You're welcome to browse through my guidebooks, maps (use or have them if you need them). Very accessible, 4 to 10 minutes by car to good groceries and restaurants, free parking. About 50 minutes by private car to and from Seatac International Airport, Seattle and the Nisqually entrance to Mt. Rainier National Park, 35 minutes to downtown Tacoma, 20 minutes to the JBLM Barnes Blvd entrance, the Pacific Lutheran University, and the Washington State Fair. For other destinations, please ask us. The Pacific Northwest has been known for mild summers. People used to remark how hot it is when it gets to the mid 70s. Lately though, we've had summer days that reach the high 80s and 90s. We regulate the temperature by opening the windows when it gets hot. We don't use air conditioners and that's good for the environment. A swim in the nearby lake or an iced drink to cool down?