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Explore 90 vacation rentals in University Place

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University Place vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ 184 per night before taxes and fees

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Pet-friendly vacation rentals
Find 30 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
40 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
90 of University Place vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across University Place rentals

4.8 Average rating
University Place stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in University Place
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Point Defiance/Ruston; extra clean, self check in!
Nestled between city and nature, Pt Defiance Quarters overlooks the Puget Sound at the entrance to 5 mile drive. Enjoy coffee on the covered porch while watching the ferry come in! Unwind in this bright, spacious studio, sleeping in the cozy, queen size bed. Less than a mile away you’ll find the Pt Ruston waterfront – enjoy a movie, eat, shop, play. An even shorter walk in the other direction will take you to our award winning zoo, beautiful rose and dahlia gardens, and peaceful duck pond.
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French Country Cottage
Welcome! Whether you’re stopping in for an overnight, or interested in a long term stay, our all inclusive cottage is located on the property where we live in a beautiful area first developed by the timber barons of the Northwest! Located with easy access to I-5, JBLM, American Lake, Lake Steilacoom, Gravelly Lake, the Tacoma Golf and Country Club, Chambers Bay, Lakewold Gardens, and Thornewood Castle...we’re a mile and a half off of I-5 and about a mile to Starbucks, Safeway, Chipotle…
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Tucked Away Skoolie Experience #gloriatheskoolie
Drive down past our farm amongst the trees and wildlife. Adventure awaits in this beautifully recently converted school bus. We are only open 4 months out of the year so booking goes quickly. See what it's like to live in a tiny home with all the amenities. Fresh eggs from the chickens, sit on the porch, roast s'mores, lay in the hammock, shower with nature all around you, and just rest and restore. Located 15 min from downtown Tacoma and 13 from the Puyallup Fair. #gloriatheskoolie
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Chambers Bay House in the Trees
Mid Century Modern inspired oasis overlooking forested Kobayashi Park and Chambers Creek - well used in summer. Designed by renowned Tacoma architect Russell Garrison, this home boasts original charm with floor-to-ceiling windows and large wrap-around deck. Located two miles from Chambers Bay and the golf course that hosted the 2015 U.S. Open. Explore Mount Rainier, Olympic National Park, and everything Seattle/Tacoma has to offer. Hosts live next door and available to answer questions.
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Q House in Lakewood - 5BR, 3Bath (Sleeps 16)
Experience comfort, space, and convenience at Q HOUSE Lakewood, a newly built 2,716 sq ft vacation home in Lakewood designed for families, large groups, and extended stays. This modern 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom retreat comfortably hosts up to 16 guests and features a bright open-concept layout perfect for reunions, business travel, military families, and weekend getaways. #LakewoodWA #FamilyVacation #GroupTravel #JBLM #FortSteilacoomPark #AmericanLake #Airbnb #TravelWashington #ExtendedStay
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Quiet Modern West Tacoma Guest House
Welcome to our newly remodeled guest house! This space is a separate building, equipped with a full kitchen, laundry, wifi, private parking, and is conveniently located just 2 minutes from the Narrows Bridge and Hwy 16. The neighborhood is quiet and family friendly. With such a great location and easy access to Hwy 16, you are about 45 minutes to downtown Seattle, 35 minutes to SeaTac Airport, and within 5 miles of downtown Tacoma, Ruston Way, Chambers Bay GC and the Tacoma Hospitals.
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Welcome to S. Rochester in Tacoma! 2BR, 1BA house!
Welcome to beautiful Tacoma and the Pacific Northwest! We look forward to having you enjoy your visit in our adorable home! Beautiful view of the Puget Sound and beaches only blocks away. Conveniently located in a walk-able neighborhood with several amenities nearby! 2 bedrooms (sleeps 4), fully stocked and equipped bathroom and kitchen, full size washer/dryer, WI-FI, AC, cable, beautifully decorated, recently remodeled & furnished. Everything you need to feel right at home!
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Beautiful cottage in prime N Tacoma location!
This beautiful Proctor / North End gem has one bedroom and a spacious loft. Quiet and private, yet only three short blocks to all that Proctor has to offer (dining, shopping, farmers market, bars, groceries and more!) and just a half mile from the UPS Campus. You'll be within a few miles of the hospitals, which makes this a great location for traveling medical staff. If you enjoy nightlife, we are a three-minute drive to the 6th Ave District, and seven minute drive to Point Ruston.
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Oceanway Cozy studio, Private Entrance
Enjoy a Cozy studio with your own entrance, self check in and a bathroom only for you, next to studio. Work place desk 1.3 miles Titlow beach Close Owen Beach Additional room may be available if 3-4 guests reserve About 7 minutes to Gig Harbor In your way to Olympic national park & Mount rainier Tacoma Dome, TCC college Near Point Ruston, waterfront destination Point Defiance Park Zoo & Aquarium Chambers Bay Park & Golf University WA Tacoma Multicare, St Joseph hospitals JBLM
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Fox Island Waterfront Retreat with Amazing View
Enjoy breathtaking sunsets & 180-degree Puget Sound views in this upscale 1,500 sf apt. Nestled at the end of a private road on tranquil Fox Island, facing McNeil Island with views from the Cascade to Olympic Mtns. See eagles, hawks, deer, seals, boats and occasionally whales. Ideal location to get away and experience the island's serenity or to visit charming Gig Harbor. An incredible value for this welcoming retreat with abundant amenities & nearby beach access.
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Spacious home w/hot tub/pl tbl/pg png/wk out
Open floor plan w/vaulted ceilings and plenty of room for everyone. Hot tub 4 person, game room w/high end pool table & ping pong. Dedicated work out rm w/treadmill, 2 lg king size rms, covered BBQ grill w/plumbed gas, plenty of patio furniture. Located just minutes to I-5 & JBLM/McChord AFB, central to DT Tacoma & Olympia, nearby golf courses including Chambers Bay. Close to Lakewood outlet stores, movie theatre, and restaurants yet set in a quiet area.
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Cozy Modern Home | Views, Family Comfort, Ensuite
Relax in a modern PNW retreat just steps from sweeping Puget Sound views. This fully remodeled home blends charm and modern comfort in a quiet, safe neighborhood, and features a chef-ready kitchen, a primary ensuite, and a fenced backyard with patio lights and BBQ. This home is designed for families, groups, golf trips, or business travelers to feel right at home. Easy parking, fast WiFi, and conveniently located to many attractions and activities!
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Popular amenities for University Place family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

The Blue Ruby - nestled in Point Defiance
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Old Town Oasis (Lux Spa, Patio, Deck & Views)
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Waterview Home w/ Hot Tub
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Aphrodite Apartment 6th Ave *Hot Tub* Relaxing
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LakeFront-Dock-Hot Tub-Game Room-A/C-Fire Pit 4
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Basecamp: large home with hot tub & king beds
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Pet Friendly Home with Hot Tub & Fenced Yard
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Scenic Lake View Home
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Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Cute and Cozy 1 Story Home
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Cozy Tacoma Getaway with Private Fenced Yard!
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1904 home near Tacoma dome & convention center
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Bodur's Nest Whispering Garden
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Spacious Retreat w/guest house, game room,bbq, AC!
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Welcome to the PNW! Bring the kids or not.
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Your home away from home awaits!
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Cozy bungalow in the heart of Central Tacoma
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Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Private Cozy Lakewood Loft
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Beautiful midcentury with pool and A/C (central)
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Puget Sound Island House Retreat
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Cozy Island Home w/Water View and Private Hot Tub
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Barbary Cottage, a cabin retreat in the woods
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Nature Awaits at Harstine Haven!
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Modern Townhome Near SEA Airport
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Cozy Condo w/King Bed Near SeaTac Airport
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When is the best time to visit University Place?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ 661 | ﺩ.ﺇ 676 | ﺩ.ﺇ 808 | ﺩ.ﺇ 753 | ﺩ.ﺇ 753 | ﺩ.ﺇ 757 | ﺩ.ﺇ 687 | ﺩ.ﺇ 731 | ﺩ.ﺇ 683 | ﺩ.ﺇ 661 | ﺩ.ﺇ 735 | ﺩ.ﺇ 687 |
| Avg. temp | 6°C | 7°C | 8°C | 11°C | 14°C | 17°C | 20°C | 20°C | 17°C | 12°C | 8°C | 6°C |
Destinations to explore
- Mount Rainier National Park
- University of Washington
- T-Mobile Park
- Seattle Center
- Space Needle
- Climate Pledge Arena
- Lumen Field
- Treehouse Point
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Seward Park
- Seattle Aquarium
- Northwest Trek Wildlife Park
- Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery
- Wild Waves Theme and Water Park
- Discovery Park
- Tacoma Dome
- Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
- Westlake Center
- 5th Avenue Theatre
- Green Lake Park
- Marymoor Park
- Amazon Spheres
- Lake Union Park
- Black Lake





