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Country Cottage Apartment - Entire 2nd Floor (UPS District - N Tacoma)

Country Cottage Apartment - Entire 2nd Floor (UPS District - N Tacoma)

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Charming Country Cottage
Front entrance and walkway
Front entrance
Welcome to our home!
Extensive gardens

Overview of Country Cottage Apartment - Entire 2nd Floor (UPS District - N Tacoma)

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 40 sq m

Check out the area

Tacoma, WA
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Puget Sound3 min walk
  • Popular LocationMultiCare Tacoma General Hospital19 min walk
  • Popular LocationTacoma Dome7 min drive
  • AirportSeattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)33 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Country Cottage Apartment - Entire 2nd Floor (UPS District - N Tacoma)

This completely renovated home is located in a quiet tree-lined neighborhood just two blocks from the beautiful University of Puget Sound campus. Guests share the entrance with hosts who live on the first floor. Up one flight of stairs and through a doorway to the second floor, guests have exclusive use of the second floor in this spotless home. This entire floor was added 10 years ago and features two large bedrooms, bathroom with shower, sitting room, and fully equipped kitchen. There is a door at the top of the stairs into the sitting room, which closes off from the downstairs, allowing total privacy.
There is a laundry room located on the first floor, which guests are welcome to share with the hosts.

No minimum night stay requirement. Ample free parking.
No pets or smoking please.
Easy access to local amenities, waterfront restaurants and downtown Tacoma.

This home has undergone a very long and extensive, COMPLETE remodel. All work has been done by us. "This Old House" enthusiasts would be proud. We have striven for an English country cottage look - down to the numerous gardens and hand-planed white picket fence.

To reiterate above information: Guests will have use of the entire second floor where two bedrooms, full bathroom, kitchenette , and sitting room are located.
Hosts live downstairs and share the front door/entrance with guests.
The sitting room has an HD TV and small dining area. There is a fully equipped kitchenette; and a huge master bedroom (queen bed) with HD TV, sitting and desk areas; a bathroom with shower and small tub, fully furnished kitchenette and a second bedroom (queen bed). Guests have full use of the front porch with old fashioned porch swing and wicker furniture - reminiscent of days gone by. There is also a private brick patio with gardens, a water feature, firepit and patio string lights. You have complete access and use of these areas. Enjoy your morning cup of coffee or afternoon cocktails overlooking our lovely gardens either on the front porch or patio.

Parents visiting their student(s) at UPS are always welcome. We are literally two blocks from the main entrance of the Administration Building from our property.
We designed our renovations with the intention of offering UPS parents a welcoming place to stay when visiting their children at the University.

Our downstairs dining room (seats 8) (and full kitchen) can be available upon request for a special meal/occasion. (Parents of UPS students can prepare their favorite meal and/or have them bring a few friends over for dinner). With notice, hosts will make themselves scarce for the evening.

Location: Two blocks from the beautiful University of Puget Sound campus; within one half mile of the waterfront; within walking distance to the charming Proctor District (and STARBUCKS); one mile to Old Town; two miles to the waterfront restaurants and walking trails; and, three miles to downtown Tacoma; 30 miles south of Seattle.

Logistics:
* 45 minute straight shot on I-5 South from SeaTac Airport

We look forward to sharing our home with you.

Property manager

Kathleen McCormack
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Tacoma

Located in Tacoma, this holiday home is in the city centre. Job Carr Cabin Museum and Pantages Theater are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tacoma Nature Center and Cutts Island State Park. Check out an event or a game at Tacoma Dome, and consider making time for Puyallup Fairgrounds, a top attraction not to be missed.

What's nearby

  • University of Puget Sound - 3 min walk
  • MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital - 19 min walk
  • Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center - 5 min drive
  • Museum of Glass - 7 min drive
  • Tacoma Dome - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Theater District Station - 8 min drive
  • Union Station - 10 min drive
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Original Pancake House - 13 min walk
  • La Cà Bar - 12 min walk
  • State Street Beer Co. - 18 min walk
  • MSM Deli - 18 min walk
  • The Red Hot - 12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Country Cottage Apartment - Entire 2nd Floor (UPS District - N Tacoma) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Country Cottage Apartment - Entire 2nd Floor (UPS District - N Tacoma)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country Cottage Apartment - Entire 2nd Floor (UPS District - N Tacoma)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Country Cottage Apartment - Entire 2nd Floor (UPS District - N Tacoma) located?

Located in North End, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of University of Puget Sound and 6th Ave. MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital and Job Carr Cabin Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
UPS Visit
We loved our stay at the cottage. It is a 2blk walk to UPS campus and a huge bonus for our busy Freshman. We had plenty of space for the three of us to visit and our kiddo spent the weekend in the 2nd bedroom happily able to go back and forth for various things that required her attention a few times on the weekend (clubs etc). We cooked breakfast a couple of mornings and a dinner one night and had everything we needed to accomplish this with a quick trip to metropolitan grocery. We definitely are checking our calendar to get our dates in order to reserve our dates for next fall and Choir concerts.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil cottage retreat
Beautiful neighborhood. Amazing thoughtful hosts who provided breakfast food and fresh flowers. The pillows were perfect! Sweet decor and comfy couches. Kitchen was well appointed! 5 star accommodation. The gardens were our favorite as we were greeted with their fragrance as we arrived each evening. If you like a tranquil comfortable setting, this is the place for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Charming well appointed upstairs apartment with plenty of space. Close to campus and places of interest. The owners are friendly and welcoming without being intrusive. The front porch is a beautiful place to sit and read or chat about your day. I had a very pleasant and relaxed stay while visiting with my daughter.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So comfortable
We had such a peaceful and relaxing stay. The unit is so spacious and lovely. Hosts are very welcoming and we could not have been happier
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Kathleen and David were the perfect hosts - friendly and helpful. The apartment, and the bed, were extremely comfortable, and the neighborhood was charming and walkable. A lovely coffee shop was a 10-minute walk, and we enjoyed Peaks and Pints - a 5-minute drive. We were visiting family and hope to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kathleen McCormack

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Kathleen recently retired from the Employment Security Department with the State of Washington.
Originally from Pittsburgh, PA. Former Montessori teacher and Realtor.
Currently works part time in the Activities Department at the Weatherly Inn (senior housing facility in Tacoma)

Dave is retired and spends his time renovating this home and planting and nurturing his gardens. Originally from Spokane, WA. Former business owner and Realtor.

Why they chose this property

We bought this home because we wanted to be in this specific neighborhood due to its proximity to the University of Puget Sound.
We previously lived in Bellevue (a Seattle suburb), and wanted to escape the ever-increasing traffic and exploding population.
Tacoma is the perfect sized city for our tastes, with access to all the Seattle amenities only 30 miles away

What makes this property unique

We bought and designed the renovations on this home with the intention of offering UPS parents a welcoming place to stay when visiting their children at the University.

Languages:

English

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