If you need to reach someone for questions or concerns during your stay, we would prefer that you communicate via the booking website you used. We monitor this 24-7. As an alternative, you can text or call 425-626-7343 or email us at chicobaybeachhouse@outlook.com. In case of emergency, call 911. Our address is:
4940 Chico Way NW, City of Bremerton
Check out time is 10am
Before vacating, please make sure that:
All doors and windows are closed and locked
The garage doors are closed
The fireplace is turned off
The gas valve for the barbecue grill is closed, the burners are all OFF, the grill is closed and covered
The stove burners are all OFF
The sink is empty, and any remaining dishes are washed in the dishwasher. You don't have to wait for it to finish
The gas fire pit is OFF, propane tank valve is closed, and the cover has been replaced.
The wood fire pit is not burning and is covered
Kayaks, paddle board, and paddles are returned to their original location
Lifejackets are returned to the box under the deck stairs
Garbage in the kitchen (both under sink and next to stove) is emptied and placed in the bins outside the house. Blue bins are for recyclables and black bins are for standard garbage.
Leftover Food:
Feel free to leave any perishables (like eggs, juices, etc...) in the refrigerator. Our cleaners will try to find a new home for them!
For non-perishables like spices or condiments, feel free to leave those in the pantry for future guests to enjoy
Please discard any other items
Coffee maker filter containers are empty of coffee grounds and carafe is clean (or in the dishwasher)
TVs are turned off and their remote controls are nearby
All lights are turned off
Ping pong balls and paddles are returned to their original locations
EV cable and connector are returned to their proper places
Hot tub jets and lights are turned off, cover is on with all 4 clips fastened
Linens/bedding and towels can be left alone. Leave beds unmade so our cleaners know which ones were used.
We sincerely appreciate your cooperation during check out!
There are fire extinguishers located in both kitchens, under the sink in the apartment kitchen and under the stove in the main home. Hopefully there will be no need for them!
There is a first aid kit located in the laundry room. Hopefully no need for that either!
Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide sensors are located throughout the home as per Washington State regulations
Life jackets in assorted sizes are in the box under the stairs going down to the lower deck. No matter how calm the water may appear, life jackets are strongly recommended, as sea conditions can change very rapidly.
We have made every effort to ensure your stay at the Beach House is as comfortable and pleasant as possible. We kindly request that you please treat the Beach House like you would your own home so that future guests can enjoy it too.
The water from the taps (kitchen sink, etc...) is completely safe to drink and we're told it's some of the best water in the state. Feel free to drink it as an alternative to purchasing bottled water. There is also filtered cold water available from the dispenser inside (left-hand side) the main house kitchen refrigerator.
Please mind the laminated signs posted throughout the home. They are informative and, in some cases, important for your safety and well-being.
If you are going to be shopping for groceries or other supplies, nearby Silverdale should be able to provide almost anything you might need. As an alternative to shopping yourselves, we suggest using a service like Instacart to have items delivered directly to the front door. We use it ourselves and it's a huge time saver! Just provide them with the address of the home given above.
Garbage and recycling bins are located just outside the home in the breezeway between the laundry room and garage. Bins are colored to match the type of garbage that should be placed in it. Please use the blue bins for recyclables and black bins for standard garbage. We recommend keeping these separate as you produce garbage during your stay.
We have additional garbage and recycling bins available outside on the northern side of the garage. Feel free to use those if the ones in the breezeway are full.
Garbage pickup is weekly, every Thursday morning. Recycling is picked up every other Thursday morning. Each Wednesday, our cleaners will handle taking any bins that are not empty from the home to the street for pickup.
Please read and abide by all rules listed on the sign posted near the tub
We would like to highlight and add the following:
Make sure to replace cover and turn off jets when tub is not in use
Swimwear must be worn while using the tub
Please do not bring food in or near the tub
Please note that drinking alcohol while in a hot tub can strongly increase the effects of intoxication
Ensure no one sits or stands on the hot tub cover. It can break.
Maximum capacity is 7 persons.
We strongly recommend a quick shower before entering the tub. There is an outdoor warm water shower just a few steps away from it. Please use that before entering, especially if coming from the beach.
To prevent getting sand and dirt in the tub, please rinse feet in the provided basin before entering
Please be careful entering and exiting the tub. Surfaces can be slippery, so do so slowly. To avoid potential injury, always enter the tub using the steps.
Children should always be supervised while the tub is uncovered, even if they are not using it
Please be respectful of guests staying after you by ensuring the same cleanliness is provided to them, to the best of your ability
Finally, please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have about the tub
The hot tub is operated via its control panel
There are 4 buttons:
Temp UP - press to increase tub temperature. Each subsequent press increases the temperature by 1F. The maximum temperature is 104F. We recommend a temperature of 100F for maximum comfort.
Temp DOWN - press to decrease the tub temperature
Lights - Each press changes the light color. Every other press will turn the lights off
Jets - Each press will cycle through the following modes, depending on the current mode: Jets Low -> Jets High -> Jets Off
When no buttons have been pressed, the small display indicates the current water temperature. After a few seconds after pressing a button, the temperature will be displayed again
The large gray knobs on the top of the tub adjust the amount of airflow to the adjacent jets. More airflow produces more turbulence and bubbles. Adjust these to your preference.
The home septic system is equipped for no more than 14 guests using the house at any time.
The system includes a holding tank with a pump that sends wastewater to the city sewer system
Please mind the laminated signs near the kitchen sinks and in the bathrooms. Be careful not to allow any garbage, plastics, fabrics, etc... down the drains. In addition, DO NOT allow any grease from cooking (animal fats like bacon grease) down the sinks (use paper towels and throw them in the garbage instead). Please do not flush anything (including "flushable" wipes) but toilet paper or tissues down any of the toilets.
Failing to follow these precautions can cause this pump to malfunction, and potentially flood the basement. Repair costs may exceed $2000 and may be passed on to guests so please make sure everyone in your group is aware of these restrictions. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation.
In the event of pump failure, the tank has a loud alarm which will sound. If you hear this alarm, which comes from a box outside the north wall of the basement game room, stop using all water in the home and contact us immediately for further instructions.
In addition, in the extremely unlikely event of a power outage, the same precautions need to be followed with respect to the septic system. Without power, the pump will not function, and no alarm will sound. Please limit use of water during this time. Avoid showers, flushing toilets, and limit usage of sinks until power is restored. Please contact us immediately if you require additional instructions in this unlikely event.
Electronic Keypads
The main home and attached apartment front doors have electronic keypad locks that unlock when you use the code given to you in your welcome email.
To unlock, enter the 6-digit code given to you. Press one digit at a time and wait for the beep.
In the rare case where the code entered does not work, or you are unable to unlock a door for any reason, we can unlock it for you remotely. Just let us know using the contact information provided earlier in this manual.
Please note that after being unlocked, these keypads will automatically re-lock themselves after 4 minutes.
To lock or unlock manually from the inside, simply turn the knob.
All other locked doors (including those with keypads) are not intended for guest use.
There are 3 pairs of sliding doors in the house: one in the kitchen leading out to the back deck, one in the basement room, and one in the master bedroom leading out to the balcony. They all work the same, however.
Lever up, unlocked
Lever down, locked
Many window blinds are raised and lowered simply by pulling them down or pushing them up. If you see a string alongside a window blind however, that should be used to raise and lower it.
The blinds covering the sliding doors in the master bedroom are motorized. Use the remote control on the wall near the bed to raise and lower these. Setting 0 on the remote will open both blinds simultaneously, while setting 1 and 2 open the left and right blinds, respectively. The upper blinds (covering the smaller windows above the sliding doors) are manually raised and lowered with the string beside them on the wall. While the view is lovely in this room, it faces East, and some guests may not appreciate the bright early-morning sunlight. The blinds provide ample room-darkening when fully closed.
The garage is accessible from the apartment above through a door by the stairs. Buttons to open garage doors are attached to the wall inside the garage nearest the main house and can be used to open and close either door. Once inside the garage, you can also use the exterior door (on the east wall) to enter/exit. Guests can only lock/unlock this door from the inside, however. Please remember to lock it before checking out.
The driveway can accommodate roughly 6 vehicles of various sizes. You are also welcome to park in the garage as space allows. There is an additional outdoor parking spot in the gravelly area on the west side of the garage. A sign is posted in front of it. Please use only Beach House property for parking and turning around.
The EV charger in the garage is for guest use. Vehicles such as Tesla with proprietary charging connectors will need an adapter (usually included with the vehicle) that converts from SAE-J1772. Depending on your vehicle, you can charge at a rate of approximately 25mph.
There is only one fireplace in the house. The switch to it is on the wall to the right of the TV in the living room.
The fireplace has a fan that will turn on and off by itself and will help distribute warm air into the living room.
The fan is pre-set to a low-medium speed setting to provide air flow but reduce noise.
NOTE: The fireplace gets very warm and may warm the house more than desired. We recommend limiting use to an hour or two at a time and turning it off before bedtime.
In the rare event that the fireplace does not ignite with the switch, please contact us for troubleshooting instructions.
The house is equipped with high speed (up to 1 gigabit/sec) WiFi internet service that should be accessible throughout the main house and apartment, garage, and surrounding outdoor areas.
SSID/network name: Beach_House_Guest
Password: 4940chico
The Beach House has a TV in the living room, game room, and one in every bedroom.
Currently, only the living room TV is set up with cable TV.
If you are looking for local channels or live sports, and you don't subscribe to a streaming service that provides this, you would want to use the TV in the living room.
All of the TVs have the most common streaming services available (Netflix, Disney+, AppleTV, HBO Max, etc...) for you to use with your own account(s) or subscription(s).
For the living room TV, on-demand purchases are disabled, however there are a large number of free movies available in the FX Movies section of the on-demand menu.
While you may find two different remotes for this TV, the Tivo remote is the only one necessary as it provides all of the functions and services you need.
To use the oven:
There are 2 ovens. The controls for the top oven are on the left side of the oven's display, and the controls for the bottom oven are on the right.
Press "Bake", "Convection Bake" (upper oven only) or "Broil" to set the mode
Adjust the temperature with the arrows and press the "Start" button
NOTE: When using convection, the oven's fan will continue to run for several minutes after the oven has been turned off. This is normal and expected. Leaving the oven open for a minute or two (once it has been turned off) will speed up the cool-down process.
To use the stove:
This is a natural gas stove so please make sure all knobs are set to OFF when you are done using it
Choose the knob corresponding to the burner you wish to use
Turn the knob counter- (anti-) clockwise to the LITE setting and wait a few seconds. You will hear a clicking sound and the burner should ignite shortly thereafter. If you don't see the burner ignite, turn the knob back to OFF, wait a few seconds and try again.
Once the burner ignites, continue turning the knob counterclockwise to the HI setting.
To reduce the flame, continue turning the knob counterclockwise as needed.
The vent fan is at the back of the stove and is controlled by the button on the front panel of the counter where the stove is. Press and hold this button for a few seconds to both raise and lower the stove vent.
To use the dishwasher:
Ensure a detergent "pod" (there should be a few provided under the sink) is in the detergent receptacle in the door and close the compartment
Buttons are found on the top inside part of the door
If the display is off, press the On/Off button to turn it on
Ensure the cycle is set to "Auto"
Press the "Start" button and close the door firmly within 3 seconds
The dishwasher is very quiet, therefore, to know if it is working, look for a solid red light shining towards the floor at the bottom right corner of the dishwasher
If this light flashes after the door is closed, open the door, press and hold the start button for 3 seconds, and repeat the above steps. Make sure the door is closed securely and the racks are pushed back as far as they can go.
How to make coffee:
The switch on the front controls the setting to make a single cup or a whole carafe at a time
For a whole carafe, ensure the switch is pushed to the right
Open the lid to the water reservoir at the back of the coffee maker
Fill the carafe with water to desired amount and pour that into the reservoir
Open the filter cover and place a single coffee filter in the filter container
Fill it with the desired amount of coffee
Ensure the carafe is placed firmly in the base
Close all lids and press the Start button
For a single cup, set the switch to the left
Slide the single-cup filter out from the left side of the coffee maker
Put the desired amount of coffee directly into it (no filter needed)
Fill the small reservoir above the single-cup filter with the desired amount of water
Press the Start button
Please clean the filter containers and carafe when done making coffee
Consider using the toaster oven instead of the large double oven for smaller items (like frozen pizzas). It's quite spacious and will heat up and cook faster than the large oven and will save energy as well.
Before you check out, kindly wash any remaining dirty dishes in the dishwasher. You don't have to wait for the cycle to finish.
The Beach House is equipped with a fully functional security system, however the neighborhood is extremely safe and we don't typically recommend arming the system due to a higher likelihood of false alarms compared to actual security concerns. However, if you have a strong desire to use the system, let us know and we can make arrangements for you to use it.
The system can be made to chime when doors are opened. This can be helpful, for example, as it can provide notification of people in your group entering or leaving the home. If you would like to enable this feature, enter 99999 on the alarm keypad by the laundry room.
The Beach House is equipped with a Nest thermostat which is programmed to provide an optimal indoor temperature all year round. Please avoid changing the temperature setting if at all possible. If you must, you simply need to turn the dial until the display shows the desired temperature.
Do note that, as with many large multi-level homes, the upstairs will generally be 3-5 degrees Fahrenheit warmer than the downstairs. This is especially noticeable in the summer.
Leaving doors/windows open will affect the indoor temperature and may cause heating or cooling to take longer (or not work at all).
The apartment has a separate heater with controls located on the wall just to the right of it. There is also a room-size air-conditioner that can be used as needed. Please turn this off before checking out.
We recommend you take a few moments your first evening familiarizing yourself with the various light switches. There are quite a few of them!
The front porch and attached apartment porch lights are controlled with a timer switch. It's programmed to go on at sunset and off at sunrise. While there is also a manual control, most guests should not need to use this.
The 2 sets of pendant lights (above the stove and above the center island) are dimmable. There is a very small slider control on the switch you can use to dim or brighten the lights. If these lights are too dim when you turn them on, adjust this slider control.
To save energy, we ask that you kindly turn off all lights and TVs when not in use, and before you check out.
Please make sure all appliances are turned off as well, especially the barbecue grill, fireplace, stove and oven.
Children under 12 must be supervised at all times when in or near the water. Like any large body of water, the Bay can be hazardous.
Be careful to stay on Beach House property at all times, including when on the beach and in the water along the shore. Our beach access is limited to the property lines on either side (marked with signs), so please make sure everyone in your group stays within those boundaries. Beyond that is private property belonging to our neighbors. Do not linger on the beach or on the shore of their property.
Solar lights have been placed on either side of the steps down to the lower backyard. Please use caution when these steps are wet as they can be slippery. Guests who feel uncomfortable going down these steps can use the pathway at the north end of the property (on your left when facing the water) to access the lower lawn.
There are 2 sets of string lights in the backyard/deck area. The one outside the basement game room is lit by plugging in an electrical cord by the wall nearest to the lights. Don't forget to unplug when you no longer need these lights. The other set, outside the kitchen above the deck, is controlled by the same wall switch as the outdoor lights for that area.
The fire pit near the water's edge uses real wood for fuel. We have an ample supply of firewood located outside in a storage container on the north side of the property, by the fence. It's enclosed by a black, zippered cover. Please close this cover when wood is no longer needed and remember to cover the fire pit after use.
The gas firepit on the lower deck level uses a propane tank. To operate:
Uncover the fire pit
Open the door to the tank enclosure
Ensure the valve on the propane tank is open
Turn the black knob on the fire pit control panel to ON, press and hold in the knob, and then press the red ignition button. (If this button is not functional for any reason, see the manual lighting instructions below).
The fire should ignite immediately.
If not, turn the knob to OFF, wait 15 seconds, and try again
If the fire pit still does not light, try manually lighting it with a grill lighter that can be found in one of the kitchen drawers or inside the fire pit enclosure
If that still doesn't work, the propane tank may be empty. There are additional propane tanks in the garage. Feel free to swap the empty one out with one of those.
When done using the fire pit, please turn off the tank valve, turn the fire pit knob to OFF and replace the metal cover
The Beach House has an irrigation system that activates typically sometime overnight (when it's not raining). You may hear it if you are awake at that time.
Paddleboard/kayaks:
Use at your own risk.
Water can be rough at times.
Life jackets must be worn by ALL watercraft riders
Water shoes or some kind of waterproof footwear (not provided) is highly recommended due to the presence of sharp rocks and barnacles
It is recommended to have 2 people carry kayaks and paddleboards to the water. Use caution. It will be easiest to enter and exit the water during medium or low tide. You can check tide schedules here. Use the stairs at the northern end of the property to enter the water.
Please return paddle board, kayaks and paddles to their original location before checking out
Do not leave anything in the tidal area at low tide. When the tide comes in, they will float away!
Do not allow anything to remain on the beach or shore behind property belonging to our neighbors. Kayaks and other watercraft/equipment must remain on beach house property at all times.
Use extreme caution during windy days. It's not recommended to be in a watercraft on windy days.
Please collapse the outdoor umbrella (when present) on very windy days since it might fly away!
Life jackets in assorted sizes can be found in the box under the deck. Please return them here after your stay is over so they can be cleaned and sanitized for the next guest.
If you choose to dig for clams, you are free to keep whatever you find. You will want to go when the tide is lowest. You can check the tide schedule here. We have provided some tools in the laundry room that you can use for digging. Check the Washington State health website (https://fortress.wa.gov/doh/biotoxin/biotoxin.html) to make sure any shellfish you find are safe to eat (they usually are in this location, all year round). Also (VERY IMPORTANT) please refill any holes that have been dug when you are done with them.
There are binoculars in the living room you can use to get a closer view of all the activity in and around the water. We'd love it if you would return them to their original location before you check out.
The shower in the master bathroom is equipped with a steam shower component as well.
It can act like a wet sauna for 1 or 2 people to use.
Here is some more information about how to use the shower: Steam Shower
The barbecue grill is fueled by natural gas (no propane tank necessary)
There is a gas valve located at the base of the deck to the left of the grill. It needs to be turned so that it is parallel to the hose to allow gas to flow out. There is a laminated sign just above that illustrates this.
To light the grill, ensure the gas valve is open, and turn one of the burner knobs to the ON position. Press IN the knob, and the burner should ignite. Repeat for any of the other burners.
When you are done using the grill, ensure all knobs are turned to the OFF position AND please close the gas valve by turning it 90 degrees so it is perpendicular to the hose.
The grill should be clean when you arrive and, while we don't require it, please consider being courteous to the next guest by cleaning the grill with the provided brush inside the grill cabinet. It should only take a few moments and would be much appreciated!
For your convenience, some bedrooms have wall and/or lamp electrical outlets with USB charging ports on either side of the bed.
Lamps on nightstands without switches are operated by touch. Simply touch the lamp and it will turn on. Additional touches increase brightness until it turns off again.
Extra pillows, bedding, blankets and towels can usually be found in the closets of many of the bedrooms.
The pocket door in the bedroom on the main floor with the King bed is a small closet and isn't meant for guest use. It's not locked, but please leave the door closed.
The Table tennis (Ping Pong) table in the garage is for guests to enjoy
Paddles and balls should be available in or on the table
Please don't climb or sit on the table
Please don't put food or drinks on the table
Please return balls and paddles to their original locations when done playing
Please do not put food or drinks on the foosball table. There is a counter nearby you can use instead.
Basketball
There is a basketball in the laundry room for use with the basketball hoop.
Please avoid having the ball go into the neighbor's yard
Please, no dunking
Pool Table
Please do not place food or drinks on any part of the table
Please mind the space around you when using the cue sticks. There are walls, the ceiling, and furniture in close proximity.
Please return cue sticks to the wall holder before checking out
Children under 12 should not use the pool table without adult supervision
Arcade machine
Our stand-up arcade machine features 12 different classic games: Asteroids · Centipede · Major Havoc · Missile Command · Akka Arrh · Crystal Castles · Tempest · Millipede · Gravitar · Liberator · Asteroids Deluxe · Space Duel
To change games, you need to hold down the "player 1" button for 5 seconds
Please do not put food or drinks anywhere on the machine
Assorted board games are located in the drawers under the window seat in the living room. Please put all playing pieces and accessories back where they belong when done playing.