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!)

I joined when I moved here from Alaska in 2022. It's a membership organization, so visitors are…read moreselcome only if they come with a member. Friday night dinners are created by volunteers and very good. It's a full bar, and many activities/events happen throughout the week. See https://www.poulsbosonsofnorway.com/ for the calendar, history, and learn about their ambassador group, the Vikings. I believe it has the largest Sons of Norway membership in the US.

I have only attended my Rotary meetings at the Sons of Norway facility, so I can't speak to all…read moretheir offerings. I like the location and the ample nearby parking. The building itself is nice. Frpm the main room, there's a floor-to-ceiling window that you can look out to the water and see the boats and scenery. This is especially when a slight distraction is welcome from a boring moment in a meeting. . Until recently, they catered our Rotary's 7am breakfast. We now have an outside caterer bringing the food in. I honestly never thought The Son's food was that spectacular. So, changing to another vendor was fine with me. However, they always had the nicest people volunteering their time to serve our group every morning. These are folks that went out of their way to give positive greetings, made sure that they were putting your food on your dish the way you liked it when they were serving from the window, and always offered a friendly chat. I have some friends that have attended Sons of Norway activities, trivia games, community meals, and such. They have really enjoyed them.

We wanted to visit this place really bad and I take full responsibility for not researching it…read morebetter but once we got there we found out it costs $25 per person to go in, the pictures I saw of the grounds seem to indicate it's probably worth every penny but we ended up turning around and driving to a nearby park with amazing views for free. Maybe I'm naive, I'm definitely on a budget but I think nature should be free or at least more affordable for all to enjoy, the very nice employee let us know that they do have some days when entry is free or pay what you can but it's some special day like the 3rd Thursday of the month but only if there's a full moon and raining.

Beautiful walk in the Reserve. We took about hr and half to complete the walking tour. Lots of…read morephotos opportunities. We were able to see some deer, be outdoors with nature and it felt really peaceful.

The Sip participated in this year's Poulsbo Blues & Jazz (PB&J) weekend and we stopped in for a…read moreset! We didn't eat but did check out a few of the beverage offerings. Initially we were a little dumbfounded at the idea of purchasing and pouring our own drinks. But, they were well staffed with friendly help for first-timers such as ourselves. It's really quite simple once you get the hang of it - maybe too simple. The one drawback for me was the limited selection of beers. Perhaps I am just spoiled by places with too many taps! It was a fun visit and we will likely be back.

We were visiting Poulsbo with our two daughters and grandson and decided to stop and try Sips…read more The staff was friendly and it's a fun place for kids. We ordered the nachos, a charcuterie board and a kids little board. They were all good sized , fresh & tasty. Even the kids board for eight dollars had a great assortment. We would definitely go back on our next visit to Poulsbo. Clean & upbeat. Great for kids

Fantastic venue. The grounds were immaculate, the rooms for the groom and groomsman, and the bride…read moreand bridesmaids were fantastic, the reception area and dance floor were a little tight, but not enough to complain. Everyone taking a look at the goats, burros, and chickens. And of course, the pinball machines were a huge hit for all who attended. The shuttle from the overflow lot to the grounds was flawless, continually running until everyone had arrived. Andrea was awesome, providing umbrellas for the wedding for the quick storm that passed through during the ceremony; she bartended when one could not be found; and even quickly responded to a spill on the dance floor. I can't say enough good about the venue or how much Andrea did to make my daughter and son-in-laws wedding so memorable. I will recommend Red Cedar Farm to all.

This was the most amazing place for our wedding. Such a Gorgeous layout. So many beautiful flowers…read moreand trees. Andrea the host was amazing. She was always there when we needed her but never overbearing. I would highly recommend this place for anyone planning a wedding or other events. The entire area is so well-maintained and so peaceful and comforting. Thank you so much for making our wedding perfect. Allan and Christine August 7th 2022

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 have been hosting the Bremerton Daddy Daughter Dance at the Bremerton Elks lodge over 15 years…read more. The dads and the daughters love it at this location. Staff goes out of their way to help set up and provide the type of customer service that makes this dance extra special. This year, instead of ordering store bought cookies, we catered refreshments with the Elks event coordinator. Everyone was blown away with the assortment of delicious treats and friendly servers. We will be using them again next year to create more magical moments for our dads and daughters. -Cynthia, West Sound Arts Council

Elks Lodges bring so much more to their communities than just a building, golf course or pool. They…read moreare places where neighbors come together, families share meals, and children grow up. Elks invest in their communities through programs that help children grow up healthy and drug-free, by undertaking projects that address unmet need, and by honoring the service and sacrifice of our veterans.

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!

Great setting on Liberty Bay. A true guest house in that you're welcomed by the whole family. Nice…read morefor a romantic getaway or for your family.

From the owner: Warm, inviting, private cottage located one mile from Poulsbo in Kitsap County and 3 miles north of…read moreBainbridge Island on scenic Liberty Bay. Nestled amidst beautiful farmland, homesteaded 100 years ago by the great grandparents of the current owners. The cottage consists of one bedroom with a queen size bed, full kitchen, living room with fireplace, hide-a-bed and deck. It is furnished in a comfortable, simple cottage style. Sweeping view of the bay and Olympic mountain range is easily taken in from every window. Perfect for weekend getaways or short term stays in the area. Five minutes to the quaint town of Poulsbo, rich in Scandinavian heritage and filled with shops and restaurants. The communities of Kingston and Bainbridge Island are close by and offer additional shops, restaurants and ferry transportation.