Vashon Farmhouse

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Vashon Farmhouse

Outdoor dining
Exterior
Fireplace, books, offices
4 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Vashon, WA
  • Vashon Center for the Arts
    9 min walk
  • Island Center Forest 188th Trailhead
    14 min walk
  • Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum
    19 min walk
  • Tacoma, WA (TIW-Tacoma Narrows)
    44 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

About the area

Vashon Island

A stay at this farm stay places you in the heart of Vashon Island, within a 15-minute walk of Vashon Center for the Arts and Island Center Forest 188th Trailhead. .This farm stay is 17.3 mi (27.8 km) from T-Mobile Park and 19.7 mi (31.6 km) from Westfield Southcenter Mall.

What's nearby

  • Vashon Center for the Arts - 9 min walk
  • Island Center Forest 188th Trailhead - 14 min walk
  • Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum - 19 min walk
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 33 min drive
  • Westfield Southcenter Mall - 62 min drive

Getting around

  • Union Station - 51 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wild Mermaid - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Classic Eats - ‬55 min drive
  • ‪Camp Colvos Brewing - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Snapdragon - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tin Room Bar - ‬55 min drive

About this property

Vashon Farmhouse

Whether coming to Vashon for a special event, work or relaxation, this newly restored vintage farmhouse on 5 acres in the center of Vashon Island awaits. It sleeps up to 9 people in 4 bedrooms and has a sofa sleeper in the upstairs common area, has two bathrooms, an indoor gas fireplace and an air conditioner upstairs. It has a fully equipped kitchen with a gas range, dishwasher, a large dining area and a washer/dryer. For summer r & r there is an outdoor seating area and a propane barbecue. The house is located in the center of Vashon island, walking distance to the town of Vashon with outstanding restaurants, galleries, local breweries and wine shops, Island Center Forest hiking and biking trails, 0-Space, the Vashon Center for the Arts, Paradise Ridge Equestrian Park, and Pacific Research.

Vashon is a accessible by Washington State Ferry from West Seattle (Fauntleroy), Southworth or Tacoma (Point Defiance) and is a wonderful place to relax, bike ride, hike, take horse riding lessons or trail rides, or to enjoy special events like the Garden Tour, concerts, arts performances, the Vashon Festival or Sheep Dog Trials. The property is easily accessible by the 118/119 Metro bus line, has high speed cable internet and two working desk spaces, and comfortable beds.

To allow flexibility around pricing, the nightly rate is for 2 guests using one bed, and additional guests/beds are extra if you have more people to accommodate. Pets are welcome with an additional fee. If you wish to accommodate more guests, you can also add Cottonwood Studio (Search for listing # 2738652, sleeps 2) or Willow Studio (Listing # 2557728, sleeps 3), or bring your own tents to camp in the back of the 5 acres.

The house sleeps 9 and has silverware, dishes, linens, etc. for 9 guests. In the summer it may be possible to have additional guests tent camp, or host your events in the field behind the house (Insurance and a per guest per day fee apply for events, so please send details and I will reply with a quote., and advance permission is required. ) Please ask about the options. If you need to accommodate more people, tent campers can set up tents in the field during the summer months. They need to bring their own sleeping bag, toiletries, and towels. Our on- site manager will show them where to set up tents. You may also want to bring disposable plates & utensils to augment what is provided in the house which has dishes/silverware for 9 people.

Please advise as to the activities you have planned for your group. We have specific quiet hours and rules for the property, so please be sure you are aware of them and that they all work for you. We reserve the right to ask intoxicated, loud, wild people to leave the property at any time during the stay. The neighbors expect peace and quiet and the manager will be on site. One dog is allowed per stay with an additional fee. No music indoors or out after 7:30 pm, and music must be low volume, background music at all times. See the house rules in the listing, also, please. The house must be left in the same shape was when you arrived — A normal clean of the house for 9 people takes 1.5 hrs, and any additional cleaning/trash disposal after a group visits is additional at a rate of $90 per hour. Peak season weekends are a 2 night minimum unless there is just one night open on the calendar at the time of booking.
A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills and bike parking.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Lisa DeFaccio

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Things to do

  • Bike parking

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Books
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Games
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Note from host: No butts on the ground! Use the outside trash can.

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea filters (reusable)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Local meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Fridge
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Office
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: There is a $75 pet fee/dog/stay, max 1.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Yard not fenced. House not child-proofed.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Ask about event and camping in the field.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Cottonwood Farmhouse
Cottonwood Farmhouse on Vashon Island Vashon Island
Cottonwood Farmhouse on Vashon Island Agritourism property

Vashon Farmhouse Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Vashon Getaway
We came to Vashon to attend a concert. The house was lovely and very cozy and homey on a damp November day. I'd like to come back and stay longer next time but for what we needed the Vashon Farmhouse was perfect and very close to the concert venue.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristen G.

Cute decor, central location
The old farmhouse had sweet decor and lots of space. Comfortable beds and nice linens, well-appointed kitchen. Smelled strongly of cat throughout, even though there were signs that said no cats, ever. If it wasn’t cat smell, it is still an unpleasant odor that needs to be dealt with. Would not stay again because of it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Peter H.

Rustic farmhouse close to town
It’s an old farmhouse so there is certainly some charm if you are into that. Could use some updates. Fridge looked old but not in a good way. Toaster didn’t work and the oven fan just vented into a cupboard above it. We did love sitting on the porch and how close we were to town. And the visit from the 3-legged dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah S.

Ideal location
Great place for being near town!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The property is close to everything. My young daughters still cannot stop talking about what a great time we had.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Island Farmhouse Patch of Peace
The gardens, willow tree and classic white farmhouse gave us sych a peaceful feeling. Although the road is busy the house is quiet and relaxing. We had everything we needed! Loved dinner in town at the Hardware Store Restaurant..beautiful wood features and great food. The town grocery store was the best store we have ever shopped in! Great produce!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tess F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun, fair, farm stay
The property is a relic! Must have a lot history behind it. It was cozy, clean and quiet. We enjoyed playing the many board game options available and watching all the birds that live in the field next door! Way close to everything too..
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Beth G.

Bike Trip
We are 6 friends on a bike trip and stayed for 1 night. The house is cute, but management is poor. Front door had not been programed, bedrooms were locked, lack of towels. The house is advertised as having 2 bathrooms, and a hot tub, but there is only 1 bathroom and no hot tub. Vashon is a sweet town but not many places to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would stay again!
Thank you for sharing your wonderful house with me! Everything was very convenient, easy and well explained. Hope to stay again next time I’m on the island!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas Dinner
Lisa’s property had a big dining room table which was perfect. Our kids live on the island but in studios. We had to celebrate a day later. Both grandchildren were able to come in the morning, have our Christmas morning and drive home. Only thing to be aware of is the bathrooms are all downsrairs
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee I., New Orleans, LA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice short stay
The house was isolated and a little small for 2 couples, but very comfortable. We had to call the owner to get the code to unlock the second bedroom. No functioning coffee pot we could figure out so we went out for breakfast. Great garden with birds and a cat.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Judy L.

Know before you go
My Mom and I stayed one night for a nearby wedding. We had no problem finding the home or getting inside. However as soon as we entered I was as struck by the smell. It wasn’t the general “empty house” smell, nor was it the typical smell of an old house. Upstairs the smell was worse and to me, it smelled like cat pee and plug-in air fresheners. The 2nd floor has carpet so I’m guessing that’s why the smell was stronger. I can be sensitive to smells, but my mom isn’t and she was bothered too. For me, it was so bad i tried to sleep with my shirt over my nose. Unfortunately, I would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Julie B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The odor of cat urine permeated the house
I booked the property a year in advance because Vashon Island fills up fast. There were some snafus booking because it was a new listing but Lisa and I worked it out over the course of a day or two so it wasn’t a big deal. When we arrived at the house we noticed a strong odor of cat pee as we unlocked the upstairs bedrooms. It was a very hot weekend and we opened the windows at night to cool it off but the odor was still horrible. I looked on VRBO to see if there were any other availability’s on the island but there were none and we were quite busy with a family wedding. I called Lisa once I returned home. She said there was a cat hanging around that may have got in but she knew nothing about the odor. I’m certain that whoever prepared the house with flowers for us must have smelled it. And I don’t understand how the cat could have got into the locked bedrooms if it had just snuck in. Lisa said I should have called if there was an issue and I would have if it was something that could be remedied. Our time was at a premium so we just endured. She said she would go to the property and get back to me but I haven’t heard back from her. We were very disappointed with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

kathy s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Farmhouse
Everything related to our stay at the farmhouse went smoothly! The house is ever so charming- we loved every minute of it. The outdoor space, with a grill and propane fire pit, just added to our fun! Thanks Lisa for being so accommodating !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Winona W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Farmhouse Inspiration!
My writing group very much enjoyed the Cottonwood Farmhouse! It was a no stress visit that freed our energy. There were multiple spaces that encouraged some reflective writing, and a nice larger living room/dining space for us to gather as a group. Lisa was a good communicator and very responsive, although from the confirmation onward we were set and ready to go, as was the space. No glitches! The natural setting was not far from the main town which was convenient. All in all, we loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay on Vashon
We had a great week on Vashon at the farmhouse. Beds were comfortable, kitchen had most things we needed. Lovely grounds around the home. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021