This woodland garden retreat is close to state parks, Olympic & Mt. Rainier National Parks, and Puget Sound. You’ll love the open concept design and peaceful wooded setting. Our place is ideal for digital nomads, travel nurses, solo travelers, business professionals, military, couples, families, small groups (3-8 guests), international students and adventurers. The space Our peaceful wooded lot has towering fir trees, wildflowers and berries, a fairy garden, vegetable & herb gardens, bird feeders, bird houses and birdbaths. Feel free to stroll to the fairy garden. Relax on the garden bench or patio. Enjoy the birds, flowers and tranquil fountain along with the wafting scents of jasmine, roses, honeysuckle and heliotrope. Watch for hummingbirds at the fuchsias and hanging baskets. Creatures of the forest seen on the property include Douglas squirrel, chipmunk, rabbit, raccoon, fox, deer, bald eagle and quail. We are close to Joemma Beach & Penrose Point state parks, the Purdy spit (Henderson Bay), Gig Harbor waterfront, and Tacoma Narrows bridge. Walk to nearby Carney Lake or Koeneman Lake Trail. Boating season begins May 1. Bring your paddle boards, kayaks, tubes and floats (or rent from us). Carney Lake is a 4-block walk or 0.3 mile drive (WA state park Discover Pass required for parking.) Note: 1) Our beaches are rocky; water shoes recommended. 2) Check Puget Sound tide tables before heading out to salt water beaches; visit at low tide as some beaches disappear at high tide. Enjoy day trips to Seattle, Tacoma, Gig Harbor, Olympic and Mt. Rainier National Parks. There are many attractions, golf courses, lakes, festivals and events in the area. We encourage you to go explore! Our location is ideal for travel nurses & military; there are many hospitals within 30 mi (St. Anthony, St. Michael, Allenmore, St. Joseph, Tacoma General, Mary Bridge Children’s, Harrison, Mason General, Naval Hospital Bremerton/Bangor, Joint Base Lewis-McChord). Guest access Guests will have access to the room, bathroom, and common areas: great room, kitchen & dining areas, and patio. There are two queen sleeper sofas in the great room and one full size sleeper sofa in the library. This space is intended for short-term guests only. The bedroom is suitable for 1-2 people. The great room and library are most suitable for 3-6 students. For additional space and privacy, two other rooms may be booked separately: Woodland Garden Retreat and Woodland Garden Retreat 2. Although we are not wheelchair accessible, there are only 2 small steps up to the front door of our one-story home. Because of the mild climate (average temps 45-75 degrees) in our area, most homes do not have central air conditioning; however, a portable air conditioner is available for use during excessively hot weather. There is a ceiling fan, portable fan & heater in the room. Workspace with desk, mesh WiFi router & 2 satellite extenders. There is a SmartCast TV in the room; log in to your tv streaming app and cast your show/movie to the television. There are also TVs in the great room and the library. Let us know at time of booking, if you are interesting in cooking, grilling or using the kitchen. Iron & ironing board are in the laundry room. Washer and dryer are available to guests before quiet hours. During your stay Host generally will be present and available for assistance. Will occasionally interact with guests, while respecting your need for privacy. We talked a little bit about Spanish. Other things to note We are located in a rural area. There are several shopping areas nearby (within 5-10 miles), including Port Orchard, Belfair, Wauna, Key Center & Gig Harbor. Groceries may be stored in the mini-refrigerator in the room and dry goods in the bed side cabinets. Please treat our home respectfully like your home: •Hang damp towels on towel bar or shower curtain rod to dry. •Remove shoes upon entry. You may wear socks or slippers indoors. No bare feet, please. •Use coasters [in desk drawer] on wood furniture. Do not burn anything in your room or bathroom. •Eat & drink in dining areas: breakfast bar, dining room, patio. Water is permitted in carpeted areas. •Clean up after yourself; place dirty dishes in dishwasher. •Quiet time begins at 10:00 pm and ends at breakfast time (~7:00 am).