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Wild Card Camping on Vashon Island

Hosted by Rondi · Vashon, Washington

2 sites · Tent, Lodging · 0.5 acres

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Beachlovers, watersports lovers, this is a great location on beautiful Vashon! I call this opportunity "Wild Card Camping" because what I'm offering isn't typical: camping plus limited, shared use of my empty vacation cabin while it's being renovated for a fall rental. Inside, guests have access to a bathroom with a shower, Wi-Fi, plus a table and chairs for air-conditioned relaxation with fellow campers on hot days. The cabin is otherwise unfurnished. For a small fee ($3), you can also arrange to use the laundry. There is room for one camp site in a small field below the cabin. There is a second "site" for one or two people who would like to "camp" in one of the bedrooms. You provide all of the contents of the room. Call it an "ADU" for non-campers or an elderly but still feisty person. Pets are allowed at the site for $10 per pet/per booking. If you would like to bring a pet, please add the Pet Fee which is listed as an Extra during the booking proc Here's why the location is so special: A short 10- to 15-minute walk through the nearby historic hamlet of Ellisport brings you to KVI, the island's largest sand spit and one of its best beaches. You can also launch a kayak or paddleboard from Crow Beach, a sandy shoreline right next to the bus stop and even closer to your campsite. During July and August, you can pick blackberries on the property, listen to owls at night, hear eagles and ospreys calling during the day, and maybe even spot a deer wandering through. Hike or bike to a local café for coffee and pastries, or hop on the Route 119 bus (weekdays only), which stops next to Crow Beach, and head into town to shop or dine at one of Vashon's wonderful restaurants. Ride the bus in the other direction to hike the bluffs at the south end of Maury Island. Visit the golf course for a meal or a round of golf, or purchase a $17 day pass to the Vashon Athletic Club if you'd like to work out. You can also take the bus to either the north or south ferry terminal for day trips to Seattle or Tacoma. Wild Card Camping is located at the end of a dirt driveway off a road that has commuter traffic on weekday mornings and evenings. Traffic can also be heavier on summer weekends, but the area is generally very quiet during the middle of the day and after 6:00 p.m.

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Grassy Field Campsite

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Tent site · Sleeps 2

Site is a flat grassy space in a small field down below the vacation cabin and parking area. There is a hose below for water and a clothesline for towels and bathing suits. You can enjoy blackberries and raspberries there in season, the sight of a deer or two in the mornings or evenings, as well as the occasional calling of coyotes, eagles and many songbirds, depending on the season. It is a short walk downhill to the site, and uphill to use the bathroom and shower by entering through the front door. You are also welcome to use the refrigerator and microwave. Mark anything you put in the fridge, since it might be shared. The beaches, the bus stop, and the historic hamlet of Ellisport are accessed by walking or driving down the driveway and then right at the end, down the road and left at the stop sign. From your site, you will be able to see the charming house of a retired couple, but they are rarely around. You will also hear traffic noise during commuter hours, but the peaceful ambience of nature still prevails.

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No campfires

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Pets allowed

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Half Camping "ADU" in Cabin

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Cabin · Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · 1 toilet

Site is a small bedroom in the cabin under renovation. Shared bathroom and shower with party camping in the field. You can still enjoy blackberries and raspberries in season, the sight of a deer or two in the mornings or evenings, as well as the occasional calling of coyotes, eagles and many songbirds, depending on the season. Shared bathroom is right next to this room. House is air-conditioned and you have use of the refrigerator and microwave. Living room has a table and chairs that are shared with any campers in the field below. There is a picnic table with an umbrella outside. The beaches, the bus stop, and the historic hamlet of Ellisport are accessed by walking or driving down the driveway and then right at the end, down the road and left at the stop sign. You will also hear traffic noise during commuter hours, but the cabin is located at the dead end of the driveway and the peaceful ambience of nature still prevails.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

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100% Recommend8 ratings · 5 reviews

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· August 2026

Tent · With kids ·

Grassy Field Campsite

We had a great stay at this Hipcamp property. It’s definitely a unique setup and a little gem, with the campsite and a cabin that is currently being remodeled. Rondi greets you upon arrival and explains where you’ll be staying and how the setup works with the cabin. The ocean shore is just a 2-minute drive or about a 5-minute walk away, which makes it a great spot to unwind after a day exploring the island. Downtown is also only about a 5-minute drive, with plenty of coffee shops and grocery stores nearby. A few things we’d recommend knowing before booking: read the property’s “About” page carefully. If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs, as the property sits directly between two fairly busy roads. We also agree with other reviews that privacy is limited—the cabin is behind the campsite and there are open views toward neighboring private properties. If you’re considering staying in the cabin as a second guest, we’d recommend checking with the host first, as the small bathroom is shared with multiple people. If a shared bathroom or communal setup isn’t your thing, this probably isn’t the right property for you. And don’t pack too heavily for the campsite—the site is downhill and the path doesn’t have stairs, so getting your things down takes a little effort. Overall, it’s definitely a true Hipcamp experience. We had no problems during our stay, enjoyed the location, and would happily recommend it to anyone looking for something a little different and close to the ocean.

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· August 2026

With pets ·

Half Camping "ADU" in Cabin

I really enjoyed staying at this lovely Property. It’s a bit of a communal treat. I felt that things were explained openly and honestly about the arrangements and also she was willing to accommodate a special individual needs. If you’d like a simple place with all the basics it’s a great place to camp or utilize the room if it’s available. thanks for all! 😊

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· August 2026

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Tent ·

Grassy Field Campsite

The host Rondi is amazing! This is a true gem of a spot on hipcamp.

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· August 2026

Half Camping "ADU" in Cabin

Great spot to land with all necessary amenities.. 💫✨

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· July 2026

Great deal for the amenities

Tent · With kids ·

Grassy Field Campsite

Wonderful site and deal! Rondi's sweet little property is a great deal for anyone looking for an affordable way to camp while still having access to a bathroom and refrigerator. Rondi was an attentive host, happy to help us find what we need and act as a guide to the island, but also respected our privacy once we were settled in. Though you are in close site of the next door neighbors and their cute home, the property is pretty and we were visited by deer, birds and the even got to pick some early blackberries. Being in an easy and safe walk to the beach was also a big plus- I've found many properties advertise being in walking distance to a beach but the road is so unsafe its meaningless, this had a wide shoulder so I would have felt ok walking with kids. A great find for anyone looking for an easy, affordable way to get outside and spend some time on Vashon!

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Vashon, King County, Washington, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

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Joined in July 2026

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