My family has stayed on Hood Canal before, but this was the first time we stayed in this house. We new the house was old and had some quirkiness in advance, which was fine with us.
What we loved:
- The view of the Olympics. This is the crown jewel of the property.
- Oysters: we harvested some from the beach and they were really good!
- Wildlife: We saw deer up close multiple times and saw bald eagles.
- Kitsap Lake: Beautiful nearby lake (20 minute drive) where our kids caught a couple of trout off the dock.
- Very quiet. Unlike where we’ve stayed before, there isn’t a main road right behind the house. The place is really quiet, which is great for relaxing.
What could be improved:
- The master bedroom was beautifully decorated, but the mattress was uncomfortable for two adults. I slept okay, but my wife got a sore back.
- The kids did not want to sleep in the basement. It was cold and scary to them, so they slept on the couch/chairs upstairs.
- The dining room light fixture is very bright and puts out a cold light. While it is adequate for seeing, it isn’t a warm, natural light.
Overall we liked the place, but don’t plan to stay there again. We prefer the other side of Hood Canal, which has more things we like to do.