Charming waterfront 4 br gated estate on 8 acres with private beach and buoy.

Friday Harbor, Washington
$1076 avg/night
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Private beach , hot tub, view of Mount Baker and Griffin Bay, across the street from Golf and Tennis, and even a mooring buoy!

Before San Juan Island was discovered as a travel destination, Friday Harbor was a cluster of modest homes on a few central streets. When the commercial area began to expand, two historic homes were moved south of town onto this beautiful stretch of Griffin Bay waterfront. Creatively connected by a new central living space, these historic structures now form the opposing wings of a delightful island residence.

The property is located behind a gated entry, so its extremely private, however the golf club and tennis courts (open to the public and you can use our rackets) are just across the road, and town amenities are just 3 miles away.

The landscape surrounding the home is simply gorgeous, offering 8 sunny acres of garden, grassy clearings with a badminton and croquet set you can use, ponds to explore, and a hot tub under a starlit sky.

Then there is the beach! Just wander down the pathway at the shoreline to find your own sheltered pebbled cove, complete with driftwood logs. tide pools, and a dead ahead view of Mount Baker. This is where you will likely spend many hours in quiet contemplation and enjoying picnics.This beautiful waterfront is also a great spot for launching kayaks and there is even a buoy
for your use. 4 sit on kayaks are available May 1- Sept 30. With a boat launch a few miles away, its easy to either bring your boat or rent one from town for exploring or crabbing.

Those seeking to relive carefree childhood summers will love this vacation home. The older sections of the residence create a sensation of remembrance. One wing rambles through a small office into a master bedroom with a king size bed, en-suite bathroom, and large walk-in closet. Above the office is a semi-open loft with two twin beds where children and teens can snuggle up. NOTE THERE ARE LOW CEILINGS AND NON CONFORMING STAIRS AND RAILINGS IN THIS AREA, WHICH CAN BE DANGEROUS FOR SMALL CHILDREN.



The kitchen with breakfast nook, sitting area, 1/2 bath and laundry room are on the main level of the second wing. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms, one with a queen bed plus futon, and the second one with a double bed and one twin bed. A second bathroom with tub/shower is also on the upper level.
The two older wings are separated by the living and formal dining room.

The waterside windows frame incredible views of the bay, islands, gorgeous sunrises, and Mount Baker. Stretching across the entire front and side of the home is an inviting deck containing lounge and dining furniture, and a propane barbecue.

The home is comfortable, attractive, and unpretentious. The atmosphere is a small step back in time, a place that guests of all ages will enjoy. Wade at the shore, play lawn games, or simply enjoy the wildlife that visits daily. Deer, otters ,eagles, seals are a regular sight, and spring and summer brings Orcas sometimes in front of the property.

Please note, there are ponds, cliffs,stairs, hot tub and a loft which can be dangerous to small children. Immediate supervision is required at all times.

This is truly one of the premier properties on San Juan Island. Come make your own island memories at Griffin Bay Beach: we expect you will join the many that return every year.

PLEASE BE ADVISED. Parties are not permitted and the guest occupancy limit, as well as the no pets policy, will be strictly enforced during your stay. WEDDINGS OR EVENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED

Every effort is provided for timely maintenance and service for all the amenities listed, but they may not be as fast or reliable as you are used to on the mainland. Please notify me if anything requires attention.

ROOMS AND AMENITIES:

PROPERTY TYPE - House, 2 story

BEDS -I King, I Queen, l Full, 3 Twin, l Queen Sleeper, l Futon

BATHROOMS-2 1/2

ROOMS-Sleeps 11, there are 4 bedrooms including a 2 bed loft

FLOOR AREA-2200 square feet

PETS- No pets allowed

AMENITIES- Hot Tub and Air Conditioning

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • 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

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2423 Sq Ft (225 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee Grinder Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub Private Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Golfing On Site Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Tennis On Site Whale Watching Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Games Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near The Bay On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property Thin Carpet In Public Areas Tile Flooring In Public Areas

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Robyn W.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2026

    Stayed Dec 31, 2025

    Beautiful view from a quaint waterfront home for two families to share. The kitchen was stocked with plenty of dishes, spices, etc. Bring your slippers and get cozy.

  • Michael C.

    Submitted Dec 30, 2025

    Stayed Dec 26, 2025

    We had a great stay, this place was perfect for our family of four and conveniently close to the harbor. It’s an ideal spot for an unplugged getaway and quality family time.The kitchen was well stocked, which made cooking easy. There is a local store on the island that’s typically open until around 9pm, but I’d recommend bringing groceries with you. The island is small and quiet, not the kind of place where you can easily run out for last-minute items like in a big city.The hosts were wonderful, responsive and welcoming. We’d absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking for a peaceful, private island stay.

  • Joe F.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 23, 2025

    Great location. Nice place!

  • Lynn W.

    Submitted Jul 22, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    Beautiful waterside property! Perfect for a family gathering, well appointed and very clean. Close to town, golf and tennis.The bedroom layout is best for 6 adults with an additional loft space for children, although there are no railings.Highly recommend this home.

  • Ray B.

    Submitted Jun 9, 2025

    Stayed Jun 2, 2025

    Great views and a great stay

  • Kelsey G.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2025

    Stayed May 30, 2025

    The entire experience staying at the property was awesome! Beautiful views and cozy home!

  • Emily H.

    Submitted Apr 14, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    Came up for a weekend with friends and it was so perfect. The kids left so tired and dirty, they never saw a screen all weekend or even asked for one.

  • Melanie M.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2024

    Stayed Sep 9, 2024

    We absolutely loved our stay. The house was adorable! The property was breathtaking! It was a great location. I would absolutely recommend this place. Donald was quick to respond good communication ,

  • Autumn Snow - T.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    Out family came to the island for the weekend and this property was perfect. There was enough space for everyone and non stop fun on site. Everyone from 2 years old - 43 years old had a blast. Can’t wait to come back and stay a couple days longer.

  • Eric F.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2024

    Stayed Aug 21, 2024

    Fantastic property. The cove and available kayaks were very enjoyable to use.

  • Emily G.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2024

    Stayed Aug 13, 2024

    Charming, enjoyable, fun to explore and provides many activities for the large group. The access to the water was worthwhile. This was one of the better stocked homes I have stayed in.

  • Alice M.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    We love this property. The owners greeted us with a welcome basket and fresh flowers from the property. We’ve stayed here for 3 summers with a party of 8 - 4 adults and 4 kids - and it works perfectly. The private beach has kayaks and things to help with crabbing. There’s a sport area where the kids play and run around. The view is spectacular. The kitchen is better stocked than my own. The house has games and other fun things. We love our stay here.

  • Tracy D.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2024

    Stayed Jun 2, 2024

    Location was great. Quick drive to Friday Harbor. Beach access was easy. Home was great for our party of 3 female friends looking for individual rooms and more than 1 bathroom. All the essentials, including coffee. ;)

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$1,076+
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