Stunning Views and Perfect Retreat Setting…read more I recently stayed at Sacred Waters Retreat Center for a group weekend retreat, and the location is absolutely spectacular. The property offers breathtaking, unobstructed views of the Hood Canal and the snow-capped Olympic Mountains in the distance. The accommodations were clean and comfortable, and the main hall provided an excellent space for our group activities. The landscaping is beautifully maintained and really enhances the natural beauty of the property. For the price point, this place offers excellent value--you really can't beat the combination of affordability and those stunning water and mountain views. Special shoutout to Lois, the landscaper, who was absolutely wonderful and clearly takes great pride in maintaining the grounds! If you're looking for an affordable retreat space with spectacular scenery and solid facilities, Sacred Waters is a great choice. The natural beauty of the location is truly unforgettable.

I've been to dozens of retreat and conference centers over the years. This one is one of the…read morenicest! Beautiful setting, completely updated 1920s log lodge, great vibe/ambience, and supportive (not smothering) staff. Bonus: Chef Traecy (spelling?) and crew have done their best to serve fresh, local food that accommodates all dietary needs. How does it taste so good? There are foods I have not enjoyed before, but under his capable cooking, I loved them.

We had such a lovely time staying here. The pool was especially lovely and we also really enjoyed…read moresitting out on the dock at sunset. The ping-pong table in the rec room was fun, and we both enjoyed the sauna as well. It's great to have a room with a full kitchen with all the accoutrements. Bed was really comfortable, the shower had great water pressure and even though the furniture is outdated, everything was in good condition and comfortable. And I would much rather pay a little less and still enjoy all the comforts and amenities

Definitely don't bring kids- they don't seem to enjoy having children around. Super rude lady at…read morethe office- treated us very poorly. Wouldn't ever go back. She was trying to embarrass us and belittle us on purpose (while pretending like she was being nice.) was super weird. Rooms smell old too. Not very nice.

I can hardly believe there's a place that's so amazing, a vintage beauty - so available in…read moreWashington on the canal! I prefer this place over the expensive Alderbrook suites and Oceanside stays. It's a laid back atmosphere, so much hiking behind the park, you can bring your dog and nobody minds, there's even an awesome easily accessible forest dog trail. This is affordable yet safe and private. You can kayaks, swim, shrimping, crabbing, boating and it's safe. Theres a gazebo and fire pit with bbq grills. Completely affordable. I'd recommend this for any family with or without pets, or solo traveler who wants to get away, far better than air bnb prices and rules.

The most amazing hidden GEM! Family run and always a lovely crowd. They have paddle boards,…read morefloaties, kayaks, you name it. The general store is stocked with the most amazing take and bake pizzas, beer, wine, snacks, ect. Each villa or camper are so adorable with all the details you would want. Perfect for a family affair or a nice escape! Oysters can be collected from the beach (state limits apply) and it is a dreamy experience to be there. Very hard to leave!

Stayed 2 nights recently with my elderly parents. The staff was incredibly accommodating to our…read moreneeds. They were all gracious and extremely helpful. Well done! The rooms, property, and views are stunning. It truly is a special place. My constructive feedback: most of the furniture on the property is very low, making it very difficult for my dad to sit down and stand up. It's surprising considering how many older folks stay with you. I was also surprised to learn quiet time doesn't begin until 11:00 pm. Perhaps that is due to the event spaces on site. However, an earlier quiet time would be a much better fit for the rest and relaxation most are there to enjoy.

We went to Alderbrook for dinner on a weekday evening hoping for a better experience than the one a…read moreyear before. Sadly, no. Although we were seated quickly and had a nice view of Hood Canal, the service and food have not improved. Our waiter was very bland and gave the impression that he wasn't all that interested in being there. My GF had the crab cakes. As you can see in the photo, each was about the size of a fifty-cent piece. So each cost around $20 and were not worth anything close to that. My miso sturgeon was only ok. Dry and without a hint of miso, it was disappointing. The best item was the side Brussels Sprouts. Crisp and tasty. So, the restaurant and resort are well located, and I'm sure the hotel rooms are nice. You just may want to eat elsewhere.

I spent a very fun weekend here with two other couples (there's room to sleep a lot more) around…read moreearly October. The view is great and being on the beach is awesome. We had a campfire and harvested clams and oysters right off the beach, cooked them on the fire, and ate them. We harvested several the next night as well and made a great stew. With flash lights, we went up and down the beach finding starfish, crabs, some other type of starfish with ~13 limbs. On the afternoon four of us went to a nearby golf course and on our drive home (~15 minutes), we stopped to watch several seals sunning on a dock right by the road. I look forward to being able to wake up to that view again.

It's perfect for a little getaway. I came with my youngest kiddo and our dog. We enjoyed the hot…read moretub, corn hole and tether ball at the beach too. We also walked the grounds and found a lot of swings, a hammock, and stream. The sound of the frogs at night is awesome. It's a pretty little area and nice and peaceful.

Booked this for a weekend away and we were very satisfied. Loved that we had privacy in the hot…read moretub area. Door was open and key was inside when we checked in. Lots of communication with the hosts via email, always kept updated. We will be back!!

I've had the most pleasant experience working with Chris, who had the utmost patience with my…read moreclient's repeated rescheduling, and Elijah, who made the photoshoot enjoyable and stress free. They both over delivered and gave us more than the package amount of photos. The pictures came out fantastic! I will be using this company from now for any clients.

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