Family-friendly vacation rentals in University Place

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.

Quiet & Convenient 2 Bedroom w/Carport

Location, Location, Location! Relax with the family at this peaceful, quiet place to stay. Property's location adds convenience: minutes to I-5 and JBLM (McChord AFB & Fort Lewis), restaurants, grocery & public lakes. Nearby local parks are American Lake North, Steilacoom Lake, Fort Steilacoom, and Harry Todd Parks; Thornwood Castle & Lakewold Gardens are close as well as the historic town of Steilacoom w/ beaches & ferries to Anderson & Vashon islands. See Nearcation for more area info.

The Library

Welcome to the French Library, an all inclusive, stand alone, luxurious King Suite guest cottage, sister unit to The French Country Cottage. Wake up in the shadow of 150+ year old French doors repurposed as a headboard from the Villa Menier in Cannes, France and antique books from the estate of James A. Moore, developer and builder of The Moore Theatre in Seattle…open concept loft has been elegantly restored and remodeled to feature every modern amenity…ask about our long term stay options!

Private Cozy Lakewood Loft

The Lakewood Loft is a safe, private cozy studio guest room, with private entrance and parking. Take the stairs up to your room with comfy queen size bed, private bath with remodeled shower, and a desk to get your work done (wifi available). Enjoy use of the pool area during summer months (contact host for more information). This area is located close to Fort Steilacoom Park. So you will most likely catch a glimpse of wildlife from your window or balcony, including eagles, osprey, and deer.

The Little Blue House in Central Tacoma

Enjoy your stay in this fully renovated home in Central Tacoma. In this charming 1910 two bedroom, two bathroom home you're close to all the restaurants and entertainment on 6th Avenue, just a short drive from the zoo at Point Defiance, concerts at Dune Peninsula, and the beautiful new waterfront at Point Ruston. This cozy haven is an 8 minute drive from the Tacoma Dome for concerts and events and centrally located for day trips to sightseeing on the Olympic Peninsula and nearby Seattle.

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.

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.

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!

Peaceful Loft Retreat in Historic Victorian

This private loft is designed to feel calm, easy, and thoughtfully prepared from the moment you arrive. Set at the top of a historic 1892 Victorian, it offers a quiet, light-filled space to unwind—perfect for solo travelers, couples, or anyone looking for a peaceful place to land. Guests often tell me they love starting their mornings in the window sitting area with coffee, watching the light come in, or winding down at night in the cozy sleeping space under the vaulted ceilings.

Tacoma Landing • Bright, Modern, Central

Our home is located in Central Tacoma. It is fully furnished with 2 beds, an open living & dining room, fully stocked kitchen, full bathroom & outdoor firepit area with a grill. This is the top level of a home that has been turned into a duplex. We rent out both spaces on Airbnb and the backyard is a shared space between both rentals! We use surveillance cameras around the exterior of the home for security. There are no cameras in the home as that would violate Airbnb’s policy.

★Central Tacoma Rainy Retreat★ Tiny House ★ Space

Stay in a 400 sqft tiny house house with a sleeping loft that rivals the fort of your childhood dreams! ★Spa bathroom with 14” rainfall showerhead and Carrara marble tile surround ★NEW king size bed ★ Full kitchen plus waffle maker! ★32” TV with Roku, Hulu, and Netflix capabilities ★Desk, FAST WIFI, & keyless entry for business travel ★Hammock chairs hanging from the apple tree in the yard, cornhole yard game! ★FREE local beer ★ Video tour: https://youtu.be/sSpq3vMYOxs

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.