Wake up to waves and sunrise at Aqua Casita, a waterfront retreat on Hood Canal. Enjoy your own private beach for tide-zone exploring, kayaks, ocean view hot tub with views of water and Mt. Rainier (Mt. Tahoma) and spacious deck with fire table. Spot wildlife like seals, sea lions, bald eagles from the expansive deck. Perfect for couples, families, large groups, or remote work escapes with fast Wi-Fi. Cozy interiors, full kitchen, and breathtaking views to make every stay unforgettable. The space ✨ Aqua Casita — Waterfront Retreat on Hood Canal where forested mountains, sparkling water, and winding trails meet. Aqua Casita places you at the gateway to Olympic National Park’s Staircase area, with scenic lakes, rivers, and waterfalls just minutes away. This area is perfect for kayaking, SCUBA diving, and shellfish harvesting. It’s a place to slow down, breathe deeply, and enjoy long, easy days outdoors. Perfect for Families, Groups & Gatherings A spacious ~3,500 sq ft gated waterfront home designed for comfort, connection, and unforgettable stays. ✔ 3 bedrooms • 3.5 bathrooms • Sleeps 10–12 ✔ Every bedroom with water views ✔ Multiple indoor & outdoor hangout spaces Perfect for multi‑generational families, birthday trips, reunions, or relaxing long weekends. Family‑ & pet‑friendly layout with large sectional loungers that offer extra sleeping flexibility. Fast Wi‑Fi & workspace options make remote work easy when needed. 🌊 Direct Waterfront Access & Endless Outdoor Fun Step outside to your own private beach, private dock, and sweeping Hood Canal views. On clear days, catch glimpses of Mt. Rainier/Mt. Tahoma across the water. Outdoor amenities include: ✔ Private dock for stargazing, photography, or mooring a boat ✔ Large hot tub overlooking the water ✔ Mini‑golf putting green ✔ Outdoor shower ✔ Lower patio with dining set & Adirondack beach chairs ✔ Upper deck with lounge seating & Weber propane grill Included gear (no extra charge!): ✔ Kayaks • Paddle boards • Paddle boat • Life jackets • Golf clubs • Lawn games Pack light—everything you need for adventure is already here. 🍽 Fully Equipped Kitchen & Open Living Spaces Cook together, pack picnic lunches for the trail, or bring home fresh local seafood. Kitchen amenities: ✔ Stove, oven, fridge, Keurig, Toaster, Insta‑Pot (complimentary coffee & tea) ✔ Basic condiments, all cookware & dining essentials The open layout connects the kitchen to the dining space and living room, so everyone stays part of the conversation. Living room features: Large windows for wildlife watching 85" smart TV with Netflix, Prime Video, Peacock & YouTube TV Great for cozy movie nights after full days outdoors 🎮Game Room Fun for Rainy Days & Late Nights A dedicated lower‑level game room makes even rainy PNW days memorable. Entertainment includes: ✔ Board games | Card table | Bar area ✔ Air hockey & life size games ✔ Retro arcade game table ✔ Karaoke setup ✔ Nintendo Switch dock (bring your own console & games) Perfect for kids, teens, and adults who love a little friendly competition. 🛌 Cozy, Comfortable Sleeping Spaces Each bedroom offers soothing water views and a calm retreat after a day of exploring. Bedroom 1 – Primary Suite (sleeps 2) King bed Ensuite with bathtub + full shower Direct access to the wraparound deck Bedroom 2 – Guest Suite (sleeps 4) Queen bed Ensuite bathroom Full‑size sleeper sofa Access to lower deck dining area and outdoor firepit Bedroom 3 – Kids & Teens Favorite (sleeps 4) Bunk bed + boat‑style trundle bed Great for sharing stories and late night hanging out! 📍Close to Nature, Food, & Small‑Town Charm Located in the Potlatch area of Shelton near Hoodsport, you’re minutes from: Local eateries & coffee shops Wineries & distilleries Scenic hikes National Park trailheads Oyster farms & seafood markets A peaceful, private waterfront retreat that keeps you close to everything the Hood Canal region is loved for. Guest access Only you and your registered guests (in rental agreement) during booking may have access to the property and its amenities. Any undeclared visitors during your stay shall be considered trespassing and may result in additional charge or forfeiture of deposit when applicable. Registered guests are welcome to enjoy full access to the entire house, its amenities, including the private beach and dock. 🚙PARKING Guests can park inside the gate; on the side of the house there's also a parking pad. Complimentary Level 2 Tesla Charging available with your stay. 🪵PROPANE & LOGs Propane BBQ grill and fire logs (for outdoor firepit) are available for your use. We do our best to maintain supplies but cannot always guarantee full stock due to continuous booking. There's a Hood Canal Market Fresh (within a 2-3 min drive) that offers refill and additional supplies. Other things to note ✨ ✨To complete your booking, please fill out our Point of Contact (POC) form so we have the correct details for your stay. After that, you will receive a rental agreement outlining the included amenities and booking guidelines based on the details provided. Please review, sign, and return the agreement within 48 hours to confirm your reservation; if you have any questions at any point, just let us know. Thank you so much and we look forward to hosting you! ✨ ✨