Compass Rose house is surrounded by private meadows in a safe neighborhood
Location: Port Angeles, Olympic Peninsula & Pacific Coast, Washington State, USA (2 Hrs from Seattle, 15 Min. from Victoria, B.C. Ferry) View Map
Accommodations: House, 1 Bedroom + Other (See Description), 1 Bath (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: Luxury Cabin, fine quality, private home, vacation rental, vacation rental home, Olympic National Park, Olympic Peninsula, natural environment, mountain views. Private, country environment.
You won't find anything better if you want a natural, peaceful Pacific Northwest experience! Serenity awaits you. THE COMPASS ROSE HOUSE is one of three separate homes on over 20 acres, all with Olympic Mountain views. These secluded rentals offer you a haven to explore all the diversity the Olympic Peninsula has to offer. Roam our lush lupine covered meadows, languish by the ponds, see Bald Eagles and Blue Heron and access The Olympic National Park, just minutes away.
The THE COMPASS ROSE HOUSE is carefully handcrafted and meticulously detailed. Newly finished, this home has commanding views of the Olympic Mountains and the large pond. The open plan with vaulted ceilings feels very roomy and open to nature while also being cozy. This beautiful cedar home is ideal for couples, but can accommodate up to 7.
The master bedroom looks onto the Lupine Pond, a 1/2 acre trout-filled pond that reflects the mountain views and attracts a large variety of birds. An upstairs room, open to the lower level, and accessed by a "ship's ladder", has a view of the pond and the lovely private, surrounding meadows.
Enjoy cooking in the deluxe kitchen, well equipped with all the cooking amenities, staples and spices and a gas stove, oven, large refrigerator and island. The bathroom with walk-in large tiled shower comes equipped with washer and dryer.
There is wood stove with a glass door so you can watch the fire and curl up with a good book, or simply enjoy the comfort of the radiant heated floors.
The sliding glass doors open to a large deck where you can take in the awesome Olympic Mountains and the acres of natural, unspoiled meadows. Have a barbecue, watch the Bald Eagles as they dive for trout in the pond. Gaze at the stars at night, roast marshmallows around the fire pit, roam the meadows or take an adventure into Olympic National Park.
THE COMPASS ROSE HOUSE can also be rented for groups along with our other two cabins. See our other VRBO listings.
Ten minutes away are Sequim and Port Angeles, the world’s longest sand spit, the ferry to Victoria, B.C., Canada and the entrance to Olympic National Park, where the road to Hurricane Ridge takes you to a stunning view of active glaciers in the Olympic Mountains.
Within minutes you can venture into the moss covered rain forest, enjoy a pristine glacier carved lake, hike hundreds of miles of wilderness trails with crystal clear rivers and majestic waterfalls, be awed by the sandy rugged beaches, and soak in natural hot springs.
Whether you are a nature lover who likes to kayak, surf, fish, spot birds, watch whales, bike or hike the trails, or someone who is search of a perfect quiet natural setting, here you will find your heart’s desire.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : no need for air conditioning since the average summer temperature is 72 degrees F, 21 degrees C.
- Linens Provided : Fine linens and plush towels
- Washer : private, in the bathroom
- Dryer : private, in bathroom
- Covered Parking : Carport is separated
- Off Street Parking : private acreage parking, off a main road.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : There are many scenic areas on our 20 acres to park. Water and electricity available at some locations for an extra charge.
- Wood Stove : glass door to view the fire, plenty of wood provided. Radiant floors throughout the home for heat.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : Firm mattresses with memory-foam topper, fine linens and quilts. One queen bed in private bedroom, one queen bed shares open loft with one single bed and two plush single floor sleeping mats.
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : One single day bed and three single, quality floor beds in the open loft, with linens and quilts.
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : Outside under the stars and on the deck. Exclusive use for the Compass Rose House only.
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : DVDs for every age
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool : Log Cabin pool is available only if rented as a group
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Compass Rose House has an excellent new kitchen, gas stove and oven and all the amenities, staples and spices including coffee beans and grinder, teas, cocoa, flour, sugar, oil, mayonaise, mustard and katsup and more,
- Cooking Utensils Provided : nearly everything for easy cooking and baking
- Refrigerator : All new house with all new appliances.
- Microwave
- Catering Available : Sequim and Port Angeles have catering and some restaurants have home delivery services.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : The lava rock propane grill allows you to throw some wood chips on it for a good smoke flavor. Alder chips provided. An outside fire pit also provided.
- Deck/Patio : Lovely outdoor chairs and table. A separate fire-pit area has log seats.
- Gazebo : The gazebo by Lupine Pond is a lovely place to picnic and view the mountain panorama. This is a focal point for weddings also.
- View/Location
- Water View : Every window looks on a pond. Lupine pond is over 1/2 acre and is just a short walk away. Far in the distance you can see Vancouver Island.
- Mountain View : Enjoy Olympic Mountain foothills and their many moods, one of our most stunning features.
- Communications
- Telephone : Free U.S. long distance calls. Cell phone reception is good.
- Free Long Distance : U.S. calls are free
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Olympic National Forest is a short hike away and you can drive up the road and get into a remote part of Olympic National Park where you can have views of glaciers and stunning wilderness. Fishing poles are provided for fishing in Lupine Pond. The Compass Rose House is private and separated from the other rentals by acres of flower covered meadows. Port Angeles airport pick-up and delivery service with pre-arrangement.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : Call to inquire.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : One step access can have a ramp if pre-arranged. Walk-in shower
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : We provide a ramp with pre-arrangement.
- Kid Friendly : see below
- Not Suitable for Children : Compass Rose house has a ship's ladder for upstairs access. Children under 1 yr. allowed, and children over 5 only.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed : Outside smoking allowed only.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Easy access to Olympic National Park, worlds longest sand spit, rain forest, hot springs, whale watching, ferry to Victoria, B.C. Canada, Indian reservations, 7 Cedars Casino, museums, great beaches and all the amenities of the Olympic Peninsula. We are 4 miles from a Multiplex Cinema.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jun. 1-Sept30 $195/night for 2, $25 for ea.additional person per night
Oct1-Jan. 2 $175 night for 2, $20 ea.additional person. 4 day min.at Holiday
Jan. 3-May 31 $159/night for 2, $20 for ea. extra person,
50% due for confirmation, final payment 14 days prior to arrival.
$300 refundable damage deposit.1/2 deposit at time of booking. Cancellation policy
Weekly and Monthly specials,
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Olympic Mountain View - Compass Rose House (Olympic Peninsula)
Year Purchased: 1996
Why the Owner Chose Port Angeles
We had a vision for over 30 years of a family compound where we could live and share a beautiful natural environment with our son and daughter. We traveled the Pacific Rim, New Zealand and Canada in search of a place. When we found this place 6 years ago it felt like we had found our place.
The Olympic Peninsula provides us remarkable natural beauty of almost every sort. We climb mountains and get into areas with pristine glaciers and lakes and see bear and goats and deer, and a huge variety of birds. We love to find waterfalls that few people have found and explore the rainforest mysteries summer and winter. Our children surf the waves as we explore the beaches which have unusual pinnacles and formations, and we collect driftwood and bask on the white sand. We take our family picnicking on the beautiful clear rivers where they often catch Steelhead or Salmon. Skiing is even not out of the question. And always, we make sure visitors get into the exceptional Olympic National Park.
The Unique Benefits at this House
We take great pride in the home we offer to you with meticulous detail. Our son designed his Compass Rose house and we all built it together. Some refer to it as "elegant camping" since you feel like you are almost out of doors with the openess the home has to all the surroundings. You have all the luxuries for truly comfortable living; excellent beds and linen and great cooking facilities--even the best of organic local herbs.
Our specialty in life has been to enjoy and appreciate nature and to help others have that passion too. And that is witnessed in our lovely property and the beautiful homes we have blended with the natural environment. For those who want privacy, we provide it. For those who want a serene and restorative Northwest experience, we provide that. Our homes are surrounded by meadows and a pond filled with fish, with majestic trees lining the edges and wildflowers. We have tried to make nature available and enjoyable out of every window and from every deck. Our hot tubs are outside so you can view the stars. You can see the Olympic Mountains in all their array from nearly every window. We want to touch people, to leave a lasting memory of enjoyment and rejuvenation, to have an infectious experience that compels them to want to pass on the importance of our natural resources to everyone.
Owner's Map of Port Angeles
Martin and Suzann are owners and full-time managers of Olympic View Cabins and stay only 3 miles away, so are available whenever you might need.
Property Photos
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- Compass Rose house is surrounded by private meadows in a safe neighborhood - Port Angeles Vacation Lodging
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- Living room view of the kitchen - Port Angeles Vacation Lodging
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- COMPASS ROSE HOUSE living room, nature surrounds you. - Port Angeles Vacation Lodging
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- The downstairs bedroom looks out on Lupine Pond
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- The ship's ladder stairs going up to the spacious bedroom-loft
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- Upstairs open bedroom, queen bed, single bed and three sleeping mats. Pond view
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- The upstairs bedroom has a sleeping nook with 3 single good mattresses.
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- Mt. View from every window in the THE COMPASS ROSE HOUSE
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- THE COMPASS ROSE HOUSE Hot tub and mountain view from the deck
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- COMPASS ROSE HOUSE from the LOG CABIN. Lupine Pond in between.
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- Olympic Mountain Range from Lupine Pond in Springtime
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- Olympic Mountain View from the LOG CABIN down the path.
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- Lupine Pond is between the Compass Rose House and our Log Cabin
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- RUBY BEACH. One of the many wonderful beaches
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- Sequim Lavendar Farms Are Just A Few Miles Away
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- Take a day trip to Victoria, B.C., Canada (Empress Hotel) Photo by Robin Moses
Traveler Reviews (16)
Spectacular
Guest: CJ
(Saukville, Wisconsin, USA)
Date of Stay: 08/08/11
Review Submitted: 09/23/11
The photos barely do this home-away-from home justice. Peaceful. Serene. Well appointed. Perhaps the nicest place we have ever stayed. The owners are kind and accommodating. The kitchen is fully stocked. The view is unsurpassed. Everything you need is here - even a washer and dryer (which really makes the trip home easier.) We hope to return to the beauty of Olympic and the Compass Rose.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Home Away from Home to Explore ONP
Guest: David
(Wilton Manors, FL)
Date of Stay: 08/30/11
Review Submitted: 09/12/11
After 2 days of strenuous hikes in Olympic National Park, we looked forward to our evenings at Compass Rose House. The quality of the house and its grounds exceeded our expectations. Most vacation rental homes only offer the bare essentials in cookware and utensils; however, the Compass Rose is fully stocked. The beds were also very comfortable, and there are lots of books, including hiking guides which proved to be helpful. The location of the house is prime for access to the alpine hikes of the park as well as to grocery stores and gas stations to stock up. One important thing to note is that the stairs/ladder to the upper loft is quite steep and requires that its occupant be in good physical condition; however, our party consisted of three people in good shape so this was not a problem for us. Our only wish was that we had more time on our trip to enjoy the house, the grounds, and all of the amenities!!! Thank you Suzann for providing such a wonderful accommodation, we hope to come back one day soon.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Amazing View and Serenity!!
Guest: Tulsa Terry
(Tulsa, OK)
Date of Stay: 08/06/11
Review Submitted: 08/22/11
This is without a doubt our greatest find on VRBO! We travel extensively and this is definitely the cleanest, most well appointed and well maintained property we've visited. The setting is ideal..... quiet and serene. The view of the mountains is breathtaking! The fresh eggs from the chicken house was a nice treat. The icing on the cake is having such graceful hosts that live relatively close by. Very kind and conscientious people. We couldn't recommend this VRBO more strongly!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Gorgeous & Serene
Guest: CDJD
(Rochester Hills, MI)
Date of Stay: 08/14/11
Review Submitted: 08/22/11
I had high hopes for this property based on all the reviews and it greatly exceeded my expectations. As promised the property is located on a large parcel of land with magnificent views of the Olympic Mountains. The house was immaculate and a wonderful spot to celebrate our anniversary. It was conveniently located 10 mins from both Port Angeles & Sequim, both locales offering wonderful restaurant options. If you wanted to cook the rental property had absolutely everything needed to do. Great base for daily trips to ONP as others have mentioned. Suzann was wonderful to work with and we would definitely recommend this property to our closest friends and family.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Spectacular Peace and Quiet, surrounded by Nature!
Guest: Mike
(Holly Springs, NC)
Date of Stay: 06/24/11
Review Submitted: 08/10/11
We escaped the ridiculous NC summer heat to visit this amazing, natural setting in the Pacific northwest. The home is located on a large piece of property so it offers peace and quiet and the chance to truly relax. When we first arrived, there were some clouds to the south. In the late afternoon, the clouds dissipated and the views of the snow-capped Olympics was awe-inspiring. It's easy to just relax and stare at the mountains and lose track of time. That is, until you remember that there are so many things to see and do just a short drive away. Olympic National Park has such natural diversity that it's hard to decide where to spend your time. We explored the nature trail in the rain forest, walked the beach with numerous sea stacks and harbor seals to observe, played in the snow on Hurricane Ridge, and hiked to the top of Pyramid Peak overlooking beautiful Lake Crescent. And after every adventure, it was such a pleasure returning to the Compass Rose House. The home is so comfortable and well-equipped. We cooked breakfast and dinner there every day and enjoyed eating on the deck with the black-tailed deer grazing close by. The crisp weather only made it that much easier to gather around a cozy campfire or jump into the hot tub for immediate warmth. What a fantastic place to stay in a gorgeous, spectacular setting.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Wonderful cabin getaway!
Guest: Emily
(Raleigh, NC)
Date of Stay: 07/23/11
Review Submitted: 08/03/11
Our family had a wonderful stay at this beautiful cabin! The cabin itself is small but spacious, with an open concept that makes it feel much bigger. It has the log cabin feeling, but is only a few years old and has all the modern furnishings you could want. The cabin was very clean when we arrived, and we had plenty of towels, bed linens, etc. There is one bathroom, but it is huge! And there is a washer/dryer, which was a great bonus. We absolutely loved the natural light through all the windows in this cabin, the huge deck (with dining table and hot tub!), and also the fire pit with logs to sit on around it. And the view of the mountains -- incredible!!! One night we grilled out, ate at the table outside, and then roasted marshmallows over the fire to make s'mores. A perfect evening! The owners were nearby and answered our every call and question -- a big thank you goes out to Suzann and Martin. We appreciated their availability and their willingness to meet our every need. The cabin feels remote, but is only about 10 minutes from both Port Angeles and Sequim. It was a perfect jumping off point for our adventures in Olympic National Park and the surrounding areas. The only thing we want to mention as a heads up to future tenants -- there is a ladder (very steep steps) to the loft sleeping area. It is pretty much impossible to carry heavy luggage up there, and it may not be safe for children and/or elderly people to climb up it. The master bedroom and the bathroom are both on the first level, so those who can't make the climb still have options.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with teenagers.
Simply Lovely
Guest: Linda-meems
(Waltham,MA US)
Date of Stay: 06/06/11
Review Submitted: 06/13/11
Our last stop on our 3 week tour of the Northwest,and it was superb! The house is exquisite, well designed and equipped for a chef!! Loved having sharp knives,an espresso maker and a great kitchen! The beds were very comfortable,towels thick,furnishings top notch, the setting idyllic, but the view from the hot tub is beyond belief with it's views of the snow topped mountains! There was a plate of cookies waiting for us on arrival and we followed the newly mowed trail to the pond and the blossoming lupines. We did leave long enough to journey to Hurricane Ridge and were awed as the clouds parted and we got the panoramic view. The roadside bear was frosting on this cake! Highly recommend this listing and the other on the property!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Happy Aniversary
Guest: Jim
(Bainbridge Island)
Date of Stay: 05/13/11
Review Submitted: 05/17/11
My wife and I have been together for more than 29 years and have been married for 22 of them. To celebrate this anniversary we rented the Compass Rose House for a three day weekend. I wish we had done these years ago, I can’t imagine any place any better. The Compass Rose house is close to perfect. The house is beautiful, in fantastic condition and has everything you could need. We didn’t see anyone else while we were there, which is another thing we were looking for. We looked at other places before making our selection; there was nothing in the area that compares to Compass Rose. We will be reserving it for next year’s anniversary soon. It’s fantastic.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.
Idyllic Hideaway
Guest: Jean & Steve
(Lynnwood, WA )
Date of Stay: 04/06/11
Review Submitted: 04/11/11
Loved our stay. Went and took a hike to the Olympic Hot Springs--highly recommend! Had a "pool" all to ourselves. The boys enjoyed their little "cove" (in the Compass Rose House upstairs) and making s'mores by the fire. The hot tub with the view and later the stars will be a favorite memory. Thank you for the cookies and the extra touches. You have a beautiful place and we'll be recommending your idyllic hideaway. Hope to be back in the future.
Owner response:You were one of the most considerate and respectful families we have ever had. We appreciate your comments because it reaffirms that we are indeed creating enjoyable, comfortable, nature-oriented homes. We would gladly welcome you back.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Love the Compass Rose
Guest: Rpt
(Largely, WA)
Date of Stay: 04/01/11
Review Submitted: 04/03/11
My wife and I spend out 10 year anniversary at the Compass Rose this past weekend. The house was clean, peaceful and the surroundings amazing. We highly recommend the Compass Rose to anyone needing a wonderful, relaxing retreat away from the city.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.
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