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Are you craving a relaxing getaway? Check out this floating vacation rental near Seattle. This charming accommodation in Gig Harbor has boatloads of rustic charm and there’s nothing better than being lulled to sleep by gentle waves.

Make this your out-of-town spot for well-deserved rest and relaxation!

Though it's located just 50 minutes outside Seattle, sleepy Gig Harbor feels like a world away. Boasting stunning mountain views and the Puget Sound's abundant natural beauty, it's a great place to make your weekend foxhole. Not to mention, there's some darn good food nearby, too.
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Called the "Shamrockin," this historic boat sits in a peaceful dock with excellent access to the best of Gig Harbor. Owner Michelle is a veteran host with over eight years of experience, and she ensures guests have everything they need for a memorable stay.
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The "Shamrockin" proves that small is mighty. Visitors will find the boat has many spots for special moments. An upper deck, for instance, is the ideal location to watch the sunset with someone special or pour over a book with your morning coffee.
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Though the interiors are snug, they ooze antique charm. And even if there's little headroom to spare, zones like the dining nook still allow guests the chance to spread out.
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And while I just mentioned there's crave-worthy dining nearby, who wouldn't want to whip something up in a kitchen this cute? Its peekaboo views of the surrounding marina make it the ideal vantage point for unparalleled people-watching.
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The bedroom offers more of the same: a cozy nook transformed by owner Michelle's eye for detail and nifty use of space. A postage-stamp skylight sheds light on a comfortable bed made up with all the fixings of a good night's sleep.
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Though the surrounding dock is serene, come summer, its net shed acts as the location for an occasional local shindig or two. Michelle encourages guests to drop by, and I encourage you to take her up on the offer! It's a great way to set your getaway apart.
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Are you looking for a floating vacation rental near Seattle? Check out the “Shamrockin,” a historic Gig Harbor boat that exudes rustic charm. Swanky hotels are a dime a dozen in western Washington, but destinations that give guests an authentic window — or porthole, if you will — into another lifestyle remain rare.

For something truly unique, eschew convention and opt for this cozy refuge. You won’t regret it!

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