Beautiful Mountainside Waterview Home on Gorgeous Orcas Island

Eastsound, Washington
$745 avg/night Minimum Stay 4 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Night 4 nights

Min Stay

Accommodations: 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, living room, dining room, gourmet kitchen, media room (lite), playrooms/yoga room, sauna, hot tub, decks with views, lots of closets, workshop, garages, outbuildings… (Comfortably sleeps 10, can sleep up to 12.)

This is a fabulous house on a wonderful island in one of the most beautiful and romantic places in the world. It takes about 3 hours (drive and ferry) to get here from Seattle. Or, you can take a small plane from Seattle in about thirty minutes. Have your vacation, get-together, private time, or retreat in this comfortable, accommodating house, located on magnificent, magical Orcas Island. Set on five acres, maximizing distant panoramic vistas while retaining privacy, this house is spacious and welcoming, with captivating, expansive views, mostly north to Canada up the Strait of Georgia. Hang out and relax with friends and family. Watch beautiful sunsets, observe bald eagles and deer, be entertained by hummingbirds, luxuriate in the hot tub while you stare at the stars.

This house has many accommodations and choices. It has been tastefully and carefully furnished (by the owner/designer/architect) with comfort in mind. There is a main staircase and a secondary staircase. The dining room table seats 8-10 (or a friendly 12) and there is a charming, red,-enameled, propane stove/heater in the room. The open plan sweeps from dining to livingroom where there is a cathedral ceiling, large, wood-burning fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the magnificent view. The kitchen is fully equipped with a sub-zero refrigerator, main sink and bar sink (both with disposals), JennAir stovetop, dual convection oven, microwave, blender, waffle-maker, small toaster, coffee maker, and all the utensils and tools you need to prepare lovely meals and snacks. There is a large, walk-in pantry. The private, main suite has a bedroom with a luxuriously comfortable queen-sized bed. The main bathroom has a king-sized bath, glass-enclosed shower, two sinks, and a sauna. The closets in the main suite are the size of an apartment in Manhattan (ok, almost, but one does have a window seat and built-in dresser). The kids have a wing all their own too, with two bedrooms and two twin-sized beds in each. An adjacent sunlit, southwest-facing bathroom -- with shower, huge bathtub, and two sinks -- give kids plenty of space. The media room with sofa, recliner, VCR, and CD players, and large TV monitor (with plenty of CDs but no TV connection), is next to the kid’s bedrooms. The middle guest room has another fabulous, hotel-quality queen-sized bed, and an adjacent bathroom with shower. There are two rooms with another hotel-quality queen-sized bed, and some mattress-sofas, and we are not even sure how to label these two luxurious spaces (bedroom/yoga room bedroom/ballet room bedroom/playroom ) Even the laundry room is generous. Throughout the house there are small crawl spaces within closets. The cedar decks stretch the entire northwest side/length of the house. The private hot tub on the deck is surrounded by madronas and evergreen trees but still has peek-a-boo views of Crescent Beach in one direction and Canada in another. There is a teak table and chairs with sun umbrella for fabulous outdoor dining, and lounge chairs for sunbathing.

Walk down the mountain past Crescent Beach to Eastsound Village, about a mile from the house, where you will find shops, restaurants, cafes, book store, and groceries. Take in a summer chamber music concert in town. Come for the renown film festival. Hike or bike on nearby Mount Constitution in Moran State Park or hike the reclaimed Turtle Back Mountain trail. Go kayaking, whale watching, or just wandering. Play games, finish puzzles. (This is a Bananagrams-friendly establishment!) Send your kids to classic Orkilla summer camp and be on the same island, but with some adult time of your own. Even, dare we say, do your work here. Sit at the dining room table, gazing from computer (with high speed connection) to the seemingly infinite view. It is inspirational.

The house is so very sweet that when we are there we always long to stay. It is perfect for family vacations, reunions, friend’s time away, writer’s retreats, or whatever. It is a magical, memorable place. Come, enjoy yourself here.

San Juan County Vacation Rental Permit #PPROVO-13-007

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Cats And Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 3800 Sq Ft (353 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub Sauna
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golfing On Site Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Music Library Pool Or Billiards Table Stereo Table Tennis Video Library Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

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Review Review

  • Nicole L.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Sep 25, 2025

    It was a beautiful home. Close to Moran State Park. Very quiet and relaxing home.

  • Scot W.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2025

    Stayed Sep 14, 2025

    Wonderful property and location, this was our second stay here. There was a unusually large population of yellow jacket wasp on this visit and that limited our use of the backyard area.

  • Roni S.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2025

    Stayed Aug 16, 2025

    Perfect house for our family- lots of room, comfortable with everything you need. Well- supplied kitchen. The view from the deck was amazing and we gathered each night to watch the sunset. Great memories for our family and we will definitely be back!

  • Anna W.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2025

    Stayed Aug 11, 2025

    Beautiful property, very well equipped.

  • Johan L.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2025

    Stayed Aug 4, 2025

    We had a great family stay, the place was just as described. It is a large place, with amazing views and we really enjoyed the hot tub

  • Shelley H.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    Stunning home. The workmanship and design of this home makes it stand out from all the rest. The space was spacious for 10. Everything is well cared for. Loved our time here

  • Darla C.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2025

    Stayed Jul 21, 2025

    The house was beautiful, spacious and had everything we needed. There are 3 adult couples and1 child in our group. Bedroom and bathroom layout worked great for us. The view from the patio was excellent.

  • A B.

    Submitted Jul 18, 2025

    Stayed Jul 14, 2025

    We loved this property - plenty of space and lots of outdoor options too. Easy access to Moran and town.

  • Roberta K.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 7, 2025

    Our family group of 8 had a wonderful time at Max and Mindy’s home. The house is beautiful, with every amenity thoughtfully provided. The location is perfect for exploring Orcas Island, and we loved sitting on the back deck gazing at the scenery after our busy days. The hot tub was a special treat after long hiking days. Thank you for everything!

  • Bruce G.

    Submitted Jul 5, 2025

    Stayed Jun 30, 2025

    Six adults and one small Shitzu enjoyed this comfortable home with spectacular views to the west of Puget Sound. Both the inside and outside spaces were wonderful. We had 5 nights with beautiful sunsets over the water and were sad to leave. The house is well equipped for cooking and we took advantage of the spacious kitchen for breakfasts and most dinners. The location was great - up the mountain far enough to be away from the noises from Eastsound over the 4th of July weekend. It was still a short drive to town for shopping and conveniently located for a trip to Moran State Park for a picnic and a couple of hikes. It was also convenient for our Deer Harbor whale watching tour (highly recommended). The hosts were responsive to inquiries and the check out drill was less onerous than most of our other VRBO stays. Twelve thumbs up on this stay.

  • Debra S.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    We really loved staying at this home. The owners were great and easily contacted when we had a very minor issue and couldn't reach the local property manager. It is a lovely home and very well stocked. Close to town and Moran State Park yet you feel secluded. Next time we come to Orcas we will definitely stay there again!

  • Kelly K.

    Submitted Jun 16, 2025

    Stayed Jun 12, 2025

    This Beautiful private Home was perfect for our Family of 6. We all had our privacy with the comforts of Home. This house was 100% equipped with everything we ever needed! The Hot tub was truly a great pleasure! The views from this Home are the most beautiful We have ever seen! Spectacular! We even saw a large pod of Orca Whales! The memories we made will last, until our next visit! We will be BACK!

  • Ellen A.

    Submitted Jun 5, 2025

    Stayed May 27, 2025

    The house and grounds are private and secluded. Stunning views of the ocean from the deck. Forested lands surround the property. kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans, etc. Communication with the host was smooth and efficient. 10 minute drive to hiking and kayaking. Well worth the cost of the stay and the effort to get to the island!

  • Kelly D.

    Submitted Apr 2, 2025

    Stayed Mar 26, 2025

    We had a lovely time on Orcas Island and in this amazing home, which is quite spacious and fully stocked. There was not a single need that went unmet, and the views were even more outstanding than we anticipated. Very much hope to return one day.

  • James B.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2024

    Stayed Aug 26, 2024

    Beautiful island, beautiful location with a beautiful House.

  • Scot W.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2024

    Stayed Aug 17, 2024

    This property is even better than the pictures! Beautiful home and property + close to all our favorite activities. Highly recommended stay!

  • William K.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2024

    Stayed Aug 3, 2024

    Loved this house. Lots of room for teens to enjoy themselves as well as adults. Great hot tub and beautiful deck view. Close to town made it easy to get provisions. Only one TV in this large home - not a problem, just something to be aware of.

  • Meryl G.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    This 5 bedroom property in Eastsound is a dream come true for a large family wanted to vacation under 1 roof. There is sleeping space for 10 people (we had 3 couples and 4 kids). The large and private master bedroom suite on the main floor is absolute luxury, with a sauna, soaking tub, and big shower. Upstairs there are 2 bedrooms with queen beds, and 2 bedrooms with 2 twin beds each (joined by a bathroom). The one inconvenience is that one of the queen bedrooms does not have access to a bathroom without walking through the other queen bedroom or going downstairs to a hall half-bath. This may be a privacy issue for some folks. There is also a den upstairs as well as a bonus room for exercise, yoga, or just spreading out. The home is equipped with games and toys galor, especially a bunch of stuffed animals hidden hither and yon for the younger folks. The kitchen is large, very well equipped, and convenient for many cooks at the same time and the dining table can accommodate 12 people easily. There were dining room chairs for all. The views from the floor to ceiling windows look out over the sound and are breath-taking - even as the fog rolls in. Sunsets are also spectacular. There is a large hot tub that worked wonderfully and was absolutely clean. The home was spotless as we moved in, and the owners provide more towels and linens than I have ever seen in a vacation rental.

  • Pam A.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2024

    Stayed Jul 11, 2024

    This property is everything it’s promised to be. Perfect for our three generations to enjoy being together. The home is very comfortable and well supplied. The sunsets on the deck were fabulous! The location was very convenient, too. Very close to town, yet secluded and private. Thanks to the owners for allowing us to enjoy their wonderful home!

  • Katie G.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2024

    Stayed Jun 24, 2024

    It was my first time to San Juan Island and the entire experience took my breath away. The house was beyond stunning with crazy views that photos simply do not capture. The hosts were incredibly communicative and thoughtful. I cannot recommend this house enough. You will NOT regret your decision!!!

  • Deborah C.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2024

    Stayed Jun 17, 2024

    This is a wonderful home to enjoy a fun filled family vacation. The house is perfect. The view is spectacular. My husband and I stayed with some of our adult children and partners. It could have held our whole family ... I wish they'd all made it. We will be back. The home is very close to town, Crescent Beach, Moran State Park and Turtleback Preserve. It gave us the perfect mix of activity and relaxation. It was always a tough choice to do more hiking/biking/kayaking or head for the deck. The deck and hot tub usually won out. It is generously stocked with everything you need. There's plenty of space for family time/game time and privacy. This is probably one of the best houses we've rented anywhere.

  • Valerie B.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2024

    Stayed May 26, 2024

    This was the perfect house for a family trip. The house was well appointed and the kitchen was great for cooking meals together. The view was spectacular!! The location was quiet and secluded but close to grocery stores and shops. We had 3 generations ranging in age from 4 years to 70 years old. The children had plenty of games and toys to entertain them. We would rent this beautiful home again in a heartbeat!!

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