Amazing food! Probably the best wedding food I've ever had, and lest you think that's a low bar, it…read morereally would deserve five stars as a restaurant too. The dishes were so special to the couple, and they really seemed to go above and beyond. Their lamb was probably the standout dinner dish -- I'd say their meats, breads, and fruits were all very very good, and their veg and salad game weaker. Their cocktails were fine to really tasty, though on the sweet side. The venue itself is a gorgeous forest with lovely walks, and the buildings are really in nice condition with interesting touches.

When I was at islandwood for a 5th grade field trip it was the best 4 days either out my phone I…read morehad so much fun collaborating with people and just in general finding peace, my favorite part about islandwood is probably the obstacle course where there was a very very tight metal rope you had to walk on to get to one tree or the other. Sadly I didn't finish it because I had to go number 1 really bad. And my leader named Cassidy is the best she deserves a raise because she was so nice and she knew how to treat us and it was so so easy to talk to her I loved it so much.

We were in Bremerton to tour some historic Navy ships. Afterward, walking around, we saw this…read moregallery and went in. It has a good collection of many art forms. For me, a photographer, it was nice to see some photography displayed (usually pushed to the back in galleries). There are two floors for the displays, all well lit and well shown. One downer is downtown Bremerton. Parking can be tough due to ferry boat commuters filling up the many parking garages. Week ends may be the best time to visit the gallery.

Amazing artists! Nice variety of mediums. Everyone in there is friendly and welcoming. A great…read moreplace to find a unique gift

Kiana Lodge is a beautiful private venue located between Poulsbo and Bainbridge Island on the…read moreKitsap Peninsula. Quintessential Native American, Pacific Northwest destination. I usually associate Kiana Lodge with weddings. My first visit on a rainy Sunday afternoon was for a celebration of life memorial (4/6/25). This can be accessed by car via ferry sailings from Edmonds/Kingston or Seattle/Bainbridge Island or driving around the sound from Seattle/Tacoma. I also received an e-newsletter where Kenmore Air can provide transport via seaplane for special events onsite. The Garden Atrium was arranged with a reception area and coat service. A table was set up with various curated memorabilia, A/V services to provide slide show and speaker capability. There was also an open bar, coffee/tea service including water and lemonade, and catering services were also provided. Delicious cuisine. Beautiful, serene views and seating also allowed for mingling and sharing anecdotes. A genuine celebration of a very accomplished individual who left lasting legacy, demonstrated a strong love of family, and a truly a life well lived. Beautiful destination for private events.

Got married here in July of this year and couldn't have been happier! This was by far the prettiest…read morevenue we looked at (and we visited about a dozen within an hour of Seattle), plus we got the added benefit of working with a very organized, thoughtful, and accommodating venue team who made everything from planning to catering and day-of operations smooth. We highly recommend this venue! (Photo credit: Sound & Sea Photography!)

Such a cute little store on Bainbridge Island. It is really easy to walk here from the ferry, and I…read morehighly recommend a visit here, even if you aren't into knitting. It was so quiet and relaxed inside with knitting classes going on, samples of tea, crafts, teddy bears, and yarn. People working there were friendly.

An excellent selection of yarns nestled on Bainbridge Island. Definitely a must visit if you are in…read morethe area! The selection of teas are great, too. My favorite is Campbell's Perfect Tea. Pick up a tin or two. There is also a wide variety of needles and notions available as well. Worth the ferry ride. Grab lunch and wine nearby!

Wonderful food service setting! Special place True Food to Table you are eating at the farm ! We…read morehave seen them pick herbs and vegetables for the dinner. Wine selection excellent ! Recommend watching for their special dinners. Also walking around the flower and herb gardens

We were invited by friends to have a birthday celebration dinner, this is our second time there. We…read morewere greeted by a cheerful hostess and chef who were amazing. We were offered an array of amazing cocktails that were not only delicious but served adorned beautifully. Our friends had pre-chosen our entrees for the evening. We were served a starter of a croquet of bread adorned with a very delicious chopped fish mixed with seasoning, capers and olive oil. It was visually appealing and delicious. The second course was a beautiful fresh mixed salad of greens with green goddess dressing adorned with pine nuts, It was delicious! Our main dish was not only visually pleasing but the portions and meal were excellent. The lamb was perfectly seasoned, cooked and served over polenta and an amazing snap peas purée and gently sautéed pea tendrils. We had a lovely Malbec to accompany the main course. Finally the dessert was served it was delicious, it was a formed dense mousse like chocolate served atop were puréed raspberry and topped with sliced strawberries. I am not usually a fan of chocolate, but I must say I loved this! This venue is top notch!! Amazing atmosphere, thank you! I regret not taking a picture of our amazing lamb dinner but didn't want to be rude with my phone.

Working from home wasn't working for me and discovering this hidden gem of a coworking community in…read morePoulsbo of all places has truly been a gamechanger for me. Here's why: 1. Interviewing - conferences rooms you can rent (quite affordably) to use for a more professional setting than a home office. When looking for my next role after a corporate layoff in 2024, the "vibe" of doing my interviews in a more office like setting was a huge benefit for me. 2. Great Vibes - it sounds so cliche, but the founder (Alanna) truly takes pride in cultivating a great space and community that I look forward to spending time and getting work done (now that I've landed a full-time remote role). 3. Any time access - Staffed hours are 8am to 5pm M-F but as a member you're able to get an app with virtual keys for 24/7 access. 4. Outdoor space - Centennial Park is right behind the building and has a walking loop over a small creek along with a few benches when I need to get some fresh air in between Zoom calls. 5. Reciprocity - As an independent coworking spot, you get access to a network called the League of Extraordinary Coworking Spaces (lexc.co) which entitles you to free, full-day coworking passes at any of the LEXC locations, up to 5 times per space, per year. So far I've used this benefit for meetings across the Sound in Seattle, as well as San Francisco and Washington, DC. Bonus points: you get a Vibe discount from the coffee shop downstairs (Chocmo) which has some great food and chocolate to go with the caffeinated beverages :) TL;DR - I would highly encourage anyone to swing by and see the space at Vibe. It turned out to be exactly what I needed when I needed it most while interviewing last year, and has continued to be an even more important space for meeting my need for connection and community to avoid the isolation that can come with remote work.

I was in town from the Atlanta area visiting my wife's family, and I thankfully have a job that…read moreallows remote work. During our two-week stay in Poulsbo, I had worked a handful of days from my in-laws' house, with some marginal success doing so. However, towards the end of our trip, my wife came across Vibe while on a walk, and I knew I needed to take advantage of a coworking space for my next work day. My last planned work day while I was in town happened to be on the first Friday of August, which is "Free 1st Friday" at Vibe. Though I've experienced a handful of coworking facilities across the country, I was honestly very impressed with this facility, and incredibly pleased with my experience. The space co-exists quite harmoniously with the other retailers and restaurants in the building; evidenced by the fact that Vibe closes an hour early on Friday to head next door to Crabtree for free hors d'oeuvre, networking, and a cash bar; available only to Vibe coworkers! Many coworking facilities are dominated by private offices, leaving the common space without much energy. Vibe's shared space was buzzing with activity, yet there were tons of enclaves and more secluded areas that I could use whenever I needed to break away for whatever reason. I was even able to score a second monitor to use with my laptop, which always helps during a day with a heavy workload. The snacks were many, the amenities were plentiful, and the whole place swarmed with a quiet but energizing productivity. During my 8 hours at the facility, there wasn't a single area available to me that I didn't utilize or explore, including the outdoor space, complete with a beautiful view from the second story deck of the building. I love my coworking space back in my hometown; but Vibe is genuinely impressive, and I will most certainly be back again the next time I'm in town. Alanna, the owner, was remarkably kind; making me feel comfortable, cared for, and right at-home from the moment I came in the door. I could not more highly recommend this place!

We were delighted to celebrate my husband's birthday in this creative space. Dana, the owner, was…read moreincredibly engaging and walked us through every step of the process, offering suggestions along the way - but also allowing us to follow our own creative instincts. We loved our final products, and we look forward to visiting again. Pro-Tip: This space is well equipped to accommodate a special occasion with family and friends, a fun date night, or a company outing.

Great art experience for the whole family and beautiful handmade gifts available…read more Will diffenitely go back.

Love this cute little town! There is so much to see and do for a few hours. There are plenty of…read morerestaurants with a variety of food choices. Cool old historic buildings to see. A definite must stop is the General Store. It is huge inside with a cafe, museum, restrooms, ATM and tons of gifts. We thoroughly enjoyed walking around this town. We had lunch at Butcher & Baker Provisions, and it was excellent. Their cakes and cheesecakes are delicious! Highly recommend stopping here while in the area.

Port Gamble was not part of the original adventures, but after talking with Norma Jean at the…read morebotanical gardens, it had my curiosity peaking, historical old lumber port town and beaches... I was in! Upon arriving, seeing the beautiful old houses, a cute authentic general store, and amazing views of the sound, I couldn't wait to explore it further. Plenty of parking, I headed down to check out the beach, on the way seeing that during the summer season, there are kayak rentals (another reason to return) what made the beach interesting, besides a ton of seashells, was that it was adjacent to where the town in the old days had their dump and landfill, so over time, the old glass was finding its way onto the beach, Cool stuff! A little bit like the glass beach near Fort Bragg, Cali. Definitely enjoyed walking through the town, appreciating the buildings and houses and history. They have guest houses for rent, there was a wedding going on, so that's another venue available, lots of gift and art shops and a cute Tap House I'll review as well. A fun historical place with great views of the Sound to add to adventures in the area. God bless and Cheers!