Lakeside Retreat on Whidbey Island

Everything was perfect! The place itself was exactly what we were looking for - beautiful view, cozy inside, easy outdoor and local access, relaxing and quiet, hot tub AND a lake. Everything was perfect and we have it saved to come back this summer!

Love this little place so much will definitely be back! A few things to note for other guests: The host mentions the soft tub being fickle and it definitely is. We used it twice; the jets only work for like 5 minutes at a time and then it shuts off for about 30 minutes. The temperature stayed warm though which was most important.You can't really tell from the listing but this cabin is on property right behind a main house (I'm assuming the host's). We never saw or heard a thing, however just note that this isn't a remote cabin, it's more like a MIL unit logistics-wise. There are neighbors on each side as well although you can't really see much through the trees. The firepit is further down the back near the lake, which was nice since I felt like us talking wouldn't bother anyone, but just know that if you're looking to be secluded, loud, wild and free this is probably not the place. We weren't there to party tho, just relax and unplug, and we did just that. The VCR and N64 really added such a nice vibe; we went there to escape reality for a few days and stay off our phones and it was so perfect for that. Reminded me of my parents cabin in the Ozarks in the '80-'90s. We had such a lovely stay!!

Everything was easy, from check in to check out. Cabin had everything we needed and more. So peaceful and in a great location for everything in south Whidbey.

Everything about this cabin was super and the host was exceptional. Definitely plan to rebook and recommend to friends and family

Cozy cabin, great lake view, use of lake equipment. Good communication with host.

A beautiful and peaceful location! This cottage suited our needs for a last minute getaway. You could take your choice of spots to gaze upon the lake, all very comfortable. Thank you!

A wonderful place with happiness vibes. Many thanks to Brent for sharing this special piece of paradise! I'm very thankful for this opportunity.

Picture perfect lake.Perfect, well laid out clean and charming cabin that includeall the amenities that make for a perfect vacation on the lake. My friends and I would absolutely not only recommend this magical place but would love to return to in the future.Our thanks to the Macdonald family for letting us stay at their beautiful lake side property.Sincerely,Susan and Besties

We had an incredible stay at Goss Lake. If the kids weren't in the lake they were in the hot tub. The cottage was well equipped and stayed surprisingly cool during a very warm week in August. Beds were comfortable and clean. Brent was very responsive to all our inquires.

The setting of this property is lovely. We enjoyed the patio, the walk down to the lake, and the variety of equipment available for use on the water. These outdoor features made our time by the lake very enjoyable.Inside, however, the home felt dated and in need of some upgrades. The carpet and fixtures showed wear, the kitchen had limited counter and storage space, and the bathroom felt older as well. The hot tub was not working properly during our stay.Communication with the host was excellent leading up to the trip, but after checkout there were concerns raised about the condition of the property that we felt were not accurate. This created an uncomfortable ending to an otherwise pleasant trip.Overall, the outdoor amenities are wonderful, but updates to the interior and better communication would greatly improve the experience.

This is our 2nd time staying at Brent’s cabin. The location is spectacular — the outside of the cabin facing the lake is stunning with a cute firepit, hot tub, boats, paddle boards, and a great ambience. The house is small and rustic but with all the amenities. If you come in the summer, the public beach next to the house makes it quite loud and not private.

We thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of the cabin. It was darling, clean, well-appointed and homey with a fantastic view. We used the canoe and hot tub and marveled at the two nesting bald eagles, and a golden eagle as well as hummingbirds galore. We also had fires in the evening - the best time!!

Probably the best vacation rental I've been in - such an idyllic setting and a fun and old fashioned cabin. Very comfortable and homey - thank you Brent for sharing your slice of heaven!

Great spot on Goss Lake. Nice little cabin.

We had a great stay at the cabin. It was too wet and cold to enjoy the lake but the fireplace was toasty and the view was still lovely. We did not get any cell phone reception but the Internet was fast and reliable so we were able to work remotely. The cabin was well-appointed and had everything we needed.

This was a nice little cabin on the lake.

Beautiful views from the house, the terraced yard and dock. The house had everything we needed though would add a second comfy chair in the living space. Really loved the property and the lake. A peaceful retreat! Definitely want to come back.

Really had no need to leave the cabin during the stay, however if you do towns are less than 5 miles away. Our stay was last minute and owner was very responsive and accommodating. Waking up to the breeze and able to enjoy breakfast or dinner outside on patio. Cabin is on lot with a house, but still like being private. Parking for 2 cars max or 1 truck and 1 car. The floating dock @ end of walkway was perfect to chill. Plenty of outdoor seating and water toys available. Bring a speaker for outdoors. Fireplace works like a champ! Plenty of apps on Roku tv. Plenty of blankets if you want to sit outside and there is a chill or you have more people stay. Owner left sufficient towels, maybe need some beach towels to use for hot tub or lake. Balcony off of master has screen door and great view, with chairs on its own balcony. Not a lot of grass but adequate property if bringing a dog. Hot tub is on pathway with great views and partial privacy. Definitely would create another trip just to stay at the cabin again.

We loved the lake access and the hot tube was easy to use. Inconvenient bathroom being on the first floor only. Only complaint. The master bedroom was lovely. Mattresses were right firmness. BBQ was easy to use. Lovely dtayuseLove.

Stayed for the weekend with my family. Loved the cabin and lake!

quiet, a little deceiving in the picture - the dock is down hill and would be challenging for someone with a mobility issue. the cabin was neat and had all we needed. the hummingbirds were a delight and the bald eagle pair that we saw every day. The scheduling was challenging - there were issues with VRBO and required a lot of communication with the owner. Thank you

We had an amazing stay at this cabin! Jumping off the dock into the lake was a blast, and warming up in the hot tub overlooking the lake afterward was delightful. We loved boating in the canoe and lounging by the fire with a view of the lake was incredibly relaxing. Watching eagles soar over the lake and the trees above us, also added a touch of magic to our trip. Bringing our two sweet doggies made our family vacation complete as we always vacation as a family. The owners are friendly, kind, and made sure we were well taken care of throughout our stay. We highly recommend this cabin for anyone looking for a peaceful and enjoyable family getaway!