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Warm and Inviting - 2 BR Birch Bay Condo Birch Bay, Washington State Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 124269

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Location: Birch Bay, Washington State, USA (Located in the Northwest corner of Washington State.) View Map

Accommodations:  Condominium, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)

This is your home away from home. A fully furnished condominium for your vacation enjoyment. This super clean, two bedroom ground floor unit has a nautical theme and a beautiful view of Birch Bay and the San Juan Islands. Being that this is our personal vacation property, you will find a warm and inviting atmosphere loaded with many personal extras you won't typically find in a standard rental property.


***Coming in to town for the 2010 Olympics?***
Birch Bay is located just 6 short miles from the Peach Arch crossing into Canada. Richmond is just 30 miles from the condo and home to the Speed Skating events. Thirty five miles to the north Vancouver is host to the Opening and Closing ceremonies as well as Hockey, Figure Skating, and Short Track Speed Skating. Cypress Mountain, in West Vancouver, is hosting the Snowboarding and Freestyle events and is 55 miles away. You may fly into Seattle International Airport, which is 2 hours to the south, or the Bellingham Airport, which is less than 30 minutes from Birch Bay.


Birch Bay is known for its warm shallow waters, long sandy beaches, and a tide that seems to go out forever. It is also popular for clam digging and crabbing. The Bay is a wonderful spot for a quiet weekend getaway in the off-season, a chance to show your stuff at the New Years Polar Bear Swim, enter a sandcastle building contest, host a family reunion,or just lie on the beach and read a book. It is a favorite place for bicycling with easy navigation and beautiful scenery.

Birch Bay is located just 10 minutes south of the US/Canadian Border and 2 hours north of Seattle. Just 12 miles to the east is the quaint town of Lynden, where berries are grown to ship all over the country, and festivals are celebrated around the harvest time. It is also home to the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds and has wonderful shopping on main street.

Ferndale is located about 10 miles to the south were you can try your luck in the casino. Bellingham is just a few more miles south and has everything from skiing to fishing, and is home to Western Washington University. Vancuver BC is less than 1 hour away, where you can stroll around Stanley Park or shop at Granville Island.

We supply all towels, pillows, blankets, and linens. The condo development offers a club house with indoor heated pool and hot tub, ping pong tables, foosball, racquetball court and tennis courts.

Numerous books and movies available for your reading and viewing pleasure. Condo is equiped with 3 TV's, DVD players, VCR, and stereo.

The waterslide park, go carts, and put-put golf are all within walking distance.

Our past guests comments reveal our commitment to quality and comfort:

"We would happily recommend this condo to any family. Our kids (5 and 8) were as delighted with it as we were. Everything seemed to have been thought of! Little items that you might not travel with, like sugar and oil, were in the cabinets. When we needed bandaids, they were already there in the bathroom. Maps of the local area were near the phone. Having a washer and dryer was terrific. We had a contest each day on the beach to see who could find the most attractive stones and shells. There were many great blue herons, but also scoters (3 species), harlequin ducks, and wading shorebirds. It was only 15 minutes to Bellingham, where we found the well-stocked natural and organic Food Co-op."

"We had an awesome time and equally awesome weather. The condo is tastefully decorated in a nautical theme and is well stocked with all of the comforts of home. It is just a short walk to the beach and has a wonderful view from the back patio. We hope to return soon! Thanks Karen for everything."


"We had a fabulous time staying at the condo in Birch Bay! There is a breathtaking view of the bay from the patio. The condo itself is very well decorated and fully equipped with just about anything you can think of. The indoor pool is one of the best we've ever used. It was very clean and surprisingly warm as well. There are many things to do nearby, but we chose to stay planted and enjoy lots of family time playing games, watching movies, swimming, and walking along the beach. We will definitely recommend this condo to our friends and family. We plan to stay in the condo again sometime soon."


"My stay at this Birch Bay condo was so pleasant and peaceful. All the amenities were near by, the community was friendly, and the condo was perfect for some R&R, the view was good, every necessity was provided and a great spa was just down the road. Super beach, not crowded when I was there. The condo owners were extremely pleasant and easy to work with. GREAT STAY. I plan to bring the grandkids back up. Thanks!"

Book early for this popular unit.

See you at the Bay!

Vacation Rental Features

  • Amenities
    • Washer
    • Dryer
    • Linens Provided
    • Off Street Parking
    • Wood Fireplace
  • Beds
    • Queen Bed (2)
    • Convertible Bed
    • Crib: Portable crib/playpen provided.
  • Entertainment
    • Cable/Satellite TV (3) : TV in living room and both bedrooms.
    • DVD (2)
    • VCR (2)
    • Video Library: Library of DVD and VHS movies.
    • Video Game Console: Playstation 2
    • Video Games
    • CD Player
    • Stereo System
    • Shared Hot Tub: Hot tub in the Clubhouse.
    • Shared Pool: Clubhouse has a large heated indoor pool.
    • Foosball
    • Ping Pong/Table Tennis (2)
  • Kitchen
    • Full Kitchen: Loaded with everything you need. Just like home! New appliances.
    • Cooking Utensils Provided: Rice cooker, crock pot, electric griddle, and blender also provided
    • Refrigerator
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
  • Outdoor Features
    • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
    • Deck/Patio: Enjoy a beautiful sunset while sitting out on the back patio. Large picnic table and chairs.
  • View/Location
    • Oceanfront: Just a few steps across the lawn to the bay!
  • Communications
    • Telephone: Local calls at no charge.
    • WiFi (Wireless Internet): WiFi is available in the cafe just a few doors down.
  • Suitability
    • Handicapped Accessible: 2 steps into condo and 2 steps inside the condo.
    • Kid Friendly: The perfect place for kids! Lots of grass in the yard and warm shallow water on the beach. Highchair, playpen, and toys provided for little ones, as well as a library of books and family type movies.
    • Minimum Age Limit for Renters: At least one renter must be over age 23.
    • Smoking Not Allowed: Strict NO SMOKING policy!
  • Activities (on site and nearby)
    • Golf
    • Tennis
    • Shopping
    • Sightseeing
    • Restaurants
    • Kayaking
    • Sailing
    • Boating
    • Shelling
    • Swimming
    • Windsurfing
    • Biking
    • Cross Country Skiing
    • Downhill/Alpine Skiing
    • Snowboarding
    • Snowmobiling
    • Sledding/Tubing
    • Wildlife Viewing
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Rock Climbing
    • Fitness Center/Gym
    • Health/Beauty Spa
    • Racquetball
    • Antiquing
    • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
    • Miniature golf
  • Other Activities
    • Water park , put-put golf, go carts, mini train all within walking distance. State park also within walking distance. Great crabbing and clamming!

 

Rate Details (In US Dollars)

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Sept 16-May 22 ........ $150/night ... $850/week **
May 22-Sep 15 ........ $175/night... $1150/week**
* Holiday rate $175/nt(weeks of New Years, Xmas, Thanksgiving)3 night min.
2010 Olympics Feb. 10-March 2 rate is $500/night, 4 night min. stay.
$200 due at time of booking guarantees rate and dates.
$50 cleaning fee per stay.
$100 Refundable Security/damage deposit per stay. ($500 dep. during Olympics)
Balance due 14 days prior to stay, 60 days prior for Feb. 2010 rentals.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

Dates available: Year Round
Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates.

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Note: Each property is individually owned or managed.

Map & Owner's Profile

 
 

Warm and Inviting - 2 BR Birch Bay Condo

Year Purchased: 2001

Why the Owner Chose Birch Bay

After searching for about 3 years we found Birch Bay. Karen went up for a girls weekend and fell in love with the place. Close to home, with no mountains to cross or ferries to ride, makes this a great weekend getaway.

The Unique Benefits at this Condominium

There are so many favorits in Birch Bay it's hard to list them all. Tops on the list are the beach activities: crabbing, clamming, building sand castles, walking the beach searching for agates, and watching the sunset over the water. Biking the area is one of Karen's favorites because of the beautiful scenery and easy navigation from Birch Bay to Blaine, Lynden, Ferndale and even Bellingham. The boys favorites include the water park, C Shop, and the Family Fun Center which are all within walking distance.

Favorite rainy day and relaxation activities are swimming in the clubhouse pool and just hanging out in the condo watching movies and playing games.

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CShop

Ice cream and candy store

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Family Fun Center

Go carts, Mini Golf, Train rides.

 

Owner's Map of Birch Bay

We are a family of 4 which includes 2 boys. Karen is a registered nurse and Mike is in commercial construction. The boys are big time into baseball and we love to play in tournaments in the Blaine/Lynden area so that we can also enjoy Birch Bay at the same time. The ocean is a love of ours and Birch Bay has a great family atmosphere.

 

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Guest Comments (35)

  • 06/09/09
    Positive Rating
    Nancy Alguire , Lansing, Michigan
    • We spent 2 glorious weeks May 17-31 at Karen's condo. The weather was best we have had in Washington in 46+ years of travel. We enjoyed the condo, pool, tides and walks along the beach. I liked all the updates in furnishings of the condo. It was very comfortable for our extended stay. Thanks for sharing your-home-away-from-home.
  • 03/30/09
    Positive Rating
    Debbie , Bellevue, WA
    • We had a wonderful time in Birch Bay. The condo was charming and had every amenity one could need. We used the pool and hot tub daily. We drove around and checked out local areas. We felt rejuvenated when we left. We are already planning a return visit!
  • 02/03/09
    Positive Rating
    Madeline ,
    • We had a nice weekend in Birch Bay. The condo was great, very warm and inviting! It was right across the street from the beach and we were glad to have the pool, hot tub and racquetball court available when it rained. We will definitely be back for another weekend getaway. Thanks.
  • 11/02/08
    Positive Rating
    Lori Gutierrez , Phoenix, AZ
    • Karen and Mike- Thank you for such a lovely condo. The accomodations were perfect for the four of us to visit with our sons in Bellingham. It was nicely furnished with everything that we needed for our visit. We also were able to do some "MOM" cooking while we were there, so the boys had plenty of food for the freezer. We look forward to visiting the Northwest again (hopefully soon). Thanks again, Lori, Frank, Angela and John
  • 10/22/08
    Positive Rating
    Lori Gutierrez , Phoenix, AZ
    • Karen, We had a wonderful time at your condo. The kitchen was so well stocked, we lacked for nothing! We did a lot of cooking for the boys which they loved, it was nice to have such a great kitchen to work in! We also enjoyed the video collection. The home was comfortable and to be on the beach to see the sunrise and sunset was amazing! We hope to rent your home again, we had a lovely time! Sincerely, Lori Gutierrez Angela Page
  • 10/22/08
    Positive Rating
    Lori Gutierrez ,
    • Karen, We had a wonderful time at your condo in Birch Bay. It was great to have the kitchen to cook for our boys! It was well stocked which made it easier for us to prepare meals. The sunrise ad sunset could be scene right from the condo which was lovely!! Being so close to the beach was terrific. You have a lovely home and we hope to rent it again on our next trip! Again, thank you! Sincerely, Lori Gutierrez Angela Page
  • 10/03/08
    Positive Rating
    Bill , Rochester Mi.
    • Hi Karen. We had a wonderful time and the Condo was perfect. June left you a note in the book at the Condo and her relatives from England were very impressed. Glad to hear that you had a nice Vacation.
  • 09/20/08
    Positive Rating
    Kimberly , Lynden, Wa
    • Karen, thank you so very much for letting us stay at your condo. It is just what the doctor ordered for everyone before the wedding. We all had a wonderful time. Condo was the perfect size and in a peaceful location. I know all the girls enjoyed walking on the beach in the evening. We even found a jellyfish on a log. The girls were so excited. I definetly recommend this place to anyone interested in a peaceful, relaxing vacation or just a day away from it all and I will be keeping it in mind for future vacations. Thanks again
  • 06/29/08
    Positive Rating
    • The condo was a wonderful place to relax, and enjoy being together. It is set up for kids, with video games, videos, DVD's, board games, and beach toys, etc. Situated right across the street from the beach, it was nice to be able to walk right out on the patio, and see if the tide was in or out. There is so much to do for families in Birch Bay, and the condo made it a comfortable stay. It is thoughtfully appointed, and full of wonderful beach-themed knick knacks that make you feel right at home.
  • 06/23/08
    Positive Rating
    • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
      We were in the area for a golf tournament and were very pleased with the proximity of the condo to the two golf courses. The unit was nicely appointed, very comfortable and met our every need. Would not hesitate to use it again in the future. Give it a try! Ed

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Dates available: Year Round
Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates.

Note: Each property is individually owned or managed.

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