Eastsound, Washington
Whale View Waterfront Cottage
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Dine with the eagles, whales and other wildlife on the wraparound deck of this beautiful Orcas Island cottage. The 'A' frame and wooden interior enhance the rustic feel of this house, while the fully stocked kitchen, comfortable living room, and upright piano give the home a cozy feeling. The interior features coupled with the expansive views to the north make this the person spot for your next family vacation.
What's nearby:
This home is placed perfectly for watching wildlife and overlooking the sea-life from the hillside above the ocean. Eastsound proper is just a short drive away where you can stock up for your adventures at Country Corner Market and Deli, or check out the local shopping.
Things to know:
Free WiFi
Limited or no TV reception (VCR and DVD movie library)
Not suitable for trailers of RVs/semi cabs, etc
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
State/province permit number: 604-847-921
County permit number: 2003CU0008
The view was stunning. We saw porpoises and a harbor seal from the deck. The house could use a few repairs, but nothing major. The location is quite remote - great for quiet and privacy, but a little inconvenient for going places. Overall, we had a lovely time.
Four of us fit this home to a T. The sea view was picture perfect. Great location to get anywhere on the island. Close to Eastsound, yet quiet and very peaceful.
This property is listed as being in Olga. I see it was changed after we booked it. It's nowhere near Olga. That said, it was an enjoyable, comfortable place to vacation.
I would not stay here again. The house is in need of very deep clean. There were cobwebs and dust all over the pictures, wall hangings, and table tops upon arrival. It looked like it had been cleaned long before our arrival and then sat empty for quite some time. There were at least 8 spiders with webs just hanging out in various rooms and mouse droppings in the bottom cabinets of the kitchen. I called property management and she was very empathetic and sent someone to set mouse traps and clean the droppings. The house has a beautiful view but no good furniture to enjoy it on. I'd love to vacation on the island again but not at this house.
We enjoyed our stay here. It had everything we needed. The views are stunning, it's a quiete serene place with the opportunity to see wildlife such as deer, bald eagles, osprey, porpoises, etc. You are also 15ish minutes from Eastsound.
The cabin was beautiful and beds were very comfortable. The views from every window in the house were breathtaking. It was very private and very very quiet. we saw seals, otters, eagles and deer. In order to see whales we rented a 19 foot boat in Deer Harbor and went to Walden Island where we saw a small pod of orcas which was thrilling. The only downside to the cabin was that the written directions to the cabin were horrible. It’s a lot easier to get to than the directions indicate! We finally had to ask some neighbors where to find the cabin.
This place was magical! We are already talking about returning next year. The house is comfortable with a rustic feel. There was more than enough room for my partner, me, and a friend. The location was so special on a bluff about the water with a view across the sound to Mt. Rainier, it was hard for us to pry ourselves away to go do anything. The house feels remote; even though it is only 5 miles from town, it takes 15 minutes to get there because half of the route is on narrow, windy, unlit roads that turn to gravel near the end. While that might discourage some, for us it was a plus. The beds were comfortable and there were plenty of towels. We appreciated the individual heat controls in various parts of the house. The full size washer and dryer were good quality and helpful as we were on a longer trip and needed to do laundry. We love the place, but if I could get greedy and have it the way I want -- it might be time to upgrade the kitchen a bit with some better quality pots and pans. Also, leaving some basic condiments in the fridge/cupboard (ketchup, mustard, olive oil) would be helpful.
We have stayed here many times because the house is on a beautiful location. The kitchen is minimal but functional (galley type), the deck and views worth it. Forget the title (you won’t see a whale) but you will see seals, porpoises, and bald eagles.
This house gave our family a lovely getaway for a week. It's a 15-minute drive from Eastsound, the main town on the Island. Important: Make sure to walk to the opposite end of Ringtail Lane to find the little path down to a small and charming beach.
The master bathroom and sink didn't drain, serious leak under kitchen sink and outside faucet, dishwasher needs replaced, need updating towels and potholders, cubbiards weren't clean, fridge wasn't clean, beautiful view, not being well maintained at all, only three bigger coffee mugs, etc,
This house is incredibly well-maintained—especially considering it rests on an incredibly remote, rugged coastline. The ruggedness and its proximity to the Salish Sea make it an ideal getaway spot for stressed out “city folk” like me. I feel like I was finally able to relax and shake off remnants of urban living. Great space too—three bedrooms, gorgeous view, a piano—even an entertainment center! (As if the whales weren’t exciting enough;)
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