Location: Birch Bay, Northwest & Islands, Washington State, USA (1 hr south of Vancouver, BC, 1-1/2 hrs north of Seattle, WA) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 2 Bedrooms + Loft, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: Luxury Accommodation , just steps from the Bay. Comfortable, for families, couples, and singles. Year round indoor, heated olympic size swimming pool. Spectacular "Ocean views".
Welcome to our home at Birch Bay. Now only 2-1/2 hrs.from Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Long Beach, Phoenix, San Diego and 1-1/2 hrs from the Bay area on Allegiant Air, to Bellingham International Airport, only 20 minutes distant from Birch Bay.
Enjoy the expansive views of the Bay and the Gulf Islands from the living room and front deck. Watch the sunsets as the sun slowly fades behind the mountains of Vancouver Island. They can be spectacular!
The rear "garden deck" is outdoor living at its best! Start the morning with coffee, the morning paper or breakfast. As the sun rises from the east, flowers, trees, and the greenery of the garden setting, come to light. At midday, lunch or snack with the sun overhead. Later, at happy hour, visit with friends, and family, and enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine before dinner /BBQ
This view unit occupies mid and top levels at the Jacob's Landing Complex. Architecturally designed, and spacious with nearly 1,000 square feet, it features high cathedral ceilings with floor to ceiling windows and is decorated in a Mediterranean theme. Living room, kitchen, dining area, bathroom, washer/dryer, and bedroom plus front and rear decks, complete the layout on the main level. A second bedroom, adjacent bathroom and private sleeping loft occupy the top level.
A fully equipped kitchen with new appliances, provides everything for the amateur to professional cook. Generous counter space, and a large island bar facilitates food preparation and provides seating for four. An adjacent bar height dining table seats four.. The pantry is stocked with staples; flour, sugar, tea, coffee, canola and olive oil, and a wide assortment of spices. Bon Apetit!
Enjoy the clubhouse, and year round olympic swimming pool with adjacent jacuzzi. Adults and kida alike, enjoy the racquetball court, and the game room for ping-pong and foosball. Spectators can watch the kids splashing in the pool, rain or shine. Two tennis courts, just a stones throw away, serve the tennis enthusiast.
Birch Bay is well know for it's warm, shallow water and a myriad of aquatic activities; clamming, crabbing (with the appropriate license), wading and swimming to name a few. Strict traffic control enables children to access the beach safely. Bike or walk from the front door. A well groomed scenic bike/walking path follows the perimeter of the bay. Two public golf courses are less than 15 minutes away. For alpine walking and hiking the trails of Mt. Shuksan and Mt. Baker are only 90 minutes to the east..
Two supermarkets and an outlet shopping center within 15 minutes provide convenient shopping. The Bellis Fair shopping center, Costco, Wal-Mart, and Trader Joes, in Bellingham, are less than 30 minutes away. And all the scenic and shopping attractions of Vancouver and the cities of he Fraser Valley are less than 1 hour away.
Winter activities abound; the Mt. Baker ski area, the north shore mountains of Vancouver, one hour away, and the international ski resort at Whistler, B.C. approximately 3 hours away - site of the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Bed linens, towels, beach towels, and kitchen staples provided. Bring only groceries, and personal items. Our Birch Bay home has all the comforts, conveniences, and amenities of our own home, and we do not expect our guests to accept less.
Enjoy! Jack and Irene
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Brand New, In Unit
- Dryer : Brand New: In unit
- Linens Provided : All new linens
- Off Street Parking : Available...also, complex has parking for owners and guests for each bldg., a free parking permit is to be displayed on dashboard. For details check with owner
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Available at the rear of the property in large parking areas..A parking pass is required from the property manager....For details check with owner
- Wood Fireplace : Special logs provided
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : Queen beds in each bedroom
- Double Bed : In the loft
- Convertible Bed : 2 fold out mats stored in the loft,can accommodate a child or an adult per mat
- Entertainment
- Shared Hot Tub : Located in the recreation bldg. which is in the rear of the property complex, and next to the indoor pool
- Cable/Satellite TV (3) : living room and both bedrooms have TV's
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : movies for children of all ages and movies for adults
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Stereo has a connection to plug in an i-pod type mp3 player
- Foosball
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Is completely stocked with all the amenities you could possibly need/ including spices...large (bar) size towels for washing/wiping counters, dish towels, and hand towels
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Every imaginable cooking utensils...are in the unit...
- Refrigerator : Single door refrigerator, freezer with ice maker on the bottom half of refrigerator.....
- Dishwasher : Includes, dish washing soap
- Microwave : New Microwave, with many features
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Propane tanks provided and utensils provided.....located on the back deck , with table and four chairs
- Deck/Patio : Back deck with BBQ and table set is great for having morning coffee and watch the sun come up and a cool place in the afternoon for cocktails, and dinner ..The front deck facing the water is lovely in the mornings, and ideal for viewing evening sunsets.
- View/Location
- Beachfront : View the beach, looking from deck or kitchen/living/dining area across a lovely lawn and plant area, you can see the people on the beach, wading in the shallow water, or out clamming or crabbing
- Beach View : Amazing view of the beach and the water from Kitchen/Living/Dining areas or from the deck
- Golf Course Front : Public Golf courses within a 3-4 mile radius
- Communications
- Telephone : Land line available for local calls
- Broadband Internet : There is a cable modem for easy access to the internet for your laptop or netbook....also a printer hookup
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Available in the cafe just a few doors down from the complex
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : Owner and/o guests are highly alergic to animal hair and we have to be very strict with these rules
- Kid Friendly : The loft seems to be a very popular and exciting for children of all ages (maybe even adults)
- Smoking Not Allowed : Owner highly alergic to smoke and as a courtesy to our friends and guests, we request that smoking be done as far away from the entrance to the condo as possible....out on the lawn and/or parking lot
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Other Activities
- Water slide park is less than 1 mile away. There is also go carts, put-put golf, mini train, and of course the famous "C-Shop" for ice-cream and candies, etc.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
SPECIAL LAST MINUTE RATES...........Please call
SUMMER - June 17 - Sept 18..........$175-$200/night* ......$1150/week
SUMMER HOLIDAYS ....................$200/night
FALL,WINTER,AND SPRING .............$125-$150/night ......$800/week
CLEANING ...........................$85-$100*
RESERVATIONS - A $300 refundable security/key deposit guarantees the rate & dates
FINAL PAYMENT - due 30 days prior to arrival
*Depends on group size/length of stay
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Beach Condo with Gorgeous View of Birch Bay
Why the Owner Chose Birch Bay
Jack's first visit to Birch Bay was at age 2. Since then we have sailed in the San Juan and Gulf Islands, skied at Mt. Baker, climbed Mr. Shuksan, and biked on Vancouver Island and the Fraser Valley. We love this part of the world and this is a return to our roots.
Owner's Map of Birch Bay
Originally from British Columbia, Jack and Irene have long enjoyed the recreational attractions of BC and Washington state. Irene's banking career took her to Southern California, and a Vice-Presidency at a major bank. Jack's career in engineering, took him from Western Canada to Eastern Canada and the US, where he completed his graduate education and started a teaching career. Later, he returned to the west coast as a Professor of Management at the University of Southern California. They are car enthusiasts, students of history, and political science and enjoy their travels to Europe. San Diego is their California home, and Birch Bay their home in Cascadia. They invite you to share it with them.
Property Photos
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- High tide at Birch bay - Birch Bay, Washington State Lodging
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- Tide out summer fun - Birch Bay, Washington State Lodging
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- Living room / deck looking over Birch Bay - Birch Bay, Washington State Lodging
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- Living room, fireplace and the front deck
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- Kitchen island and dining area
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- kitchen
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- Cozy winter evening
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- Living room with loft bedroom above
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- Upstairs bedroom and bathroom
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- Downstairs bedroom with adjoining bathroom and private "garden deck"
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- "Garden deck" outside downstairs BR
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- Garden deck - view to the rear
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- Heated indoor pool + Jacuzzi
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- Sunset at Birch bay
Traveler Reviews (15)
Excellent winter retreat!
Guest: Loving a Vacation!
(Vancouver, Canada)
Date of Stay: 11/18/11
Review Submitted: 11/27/11
Thank you very much to Jack and Irene for providing a beautiful weekend rental. Everything was top notch, the kitchen was so well equipped the only thing missing was a rollingpin! Exceptional location with a lovely view of the water. Little tricky figuring out how to work the DVD/TV (no instructions) but we persevered and figured it out! The property was very well maintained and very clean!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children.
Graduation gathering
Guest: Bonnie
(Albany Oregon)
Date of Stay: 10/21/11
Review Submitted: 11/13/11
We gathered at the condo with family to celebrate my daughter graduating from a Dental Asst program at Bellingham Charter College. We found the accomodations to be clean and pleasaant. The owners were responsive to our questions and needs. The Rec center was a fabulous addition to our acitivities with a Fall vacation. The sleeping loft was much appreciated for our younger family members. thanks so much, I'd consider another stay there, the next time we visit.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.
WONDERFUL VACATION
Guest: Lynda
(Hemet, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/05/11
Review Submitted: 09/09/11
We had a great 10 days at Jack and Irene's condo in Birch Bay. Jack and Irene were very friendly and courteous and offered us restaurant suggestions in the area. The unit was everything and more than it suggested in the photos and write-up. The kitchen had everything that I needed which was great as we did a lot of entertaining since we have all our family in Vancouver. Everyone came to visit and they all were impressed with the condo. We even had our grandchildren visit for several days and they were delighted to use the loft and "secret" room upstairs. On the not-so-nice days we used the indoor pool which was great! We went beachcombing and came back with several sand dollars. The sunsets were also magnificent from the balcony or even the inside of the house. Since we have family in Vancouver we plan to spend some time every year near them and would not hesitate to rent Jack & Irene's unit again. Thanks Jack and Irene, Lynda & Gerry
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, pet owners, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.
Relaxing Vacation
Guest: jenn
(Vancouver)
Date of Stay: 08/10/11
Review Submitted: 08/25/11
My family and I (two young kids) had a wonderful five days at Jack and Irene's condo in Birch Bay. To start with Jack and Irene were very organized and answered all questions through e-mail while booking the condo. The pictures were very accurate and the condo was clean, organized and had everything you would need for a vacation by the beach. All you need is your groceries and a few clothes. My two kids loved having the loft upstairs to themselves and my little guy was thrilled to sleep in the little extra room with his own bed. The view from the front deck is amazing and we spent many hours there just relaxing. There is a nice warm indoor pool with hot tub which we used every day and then of course the beach is amazing and goes out for ever. I had many great memories from Birch Bay as a kid and my recent vacation there with my own kids was just as memorable. Thanks Jack and Irene, Jennifer
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children.
Great Place, Lots of Area Things to Do!
Guest: Linda
(Bellevue, WA)
Date of Stay: 04/06/11
Review Submitted: 05/02/11
This was a great place for our family of five (three children). The unit is well maintained and ideally located. As someone else mentioned, it was a delight to find a fully stocked kitchen at our disposal. We took full advantage of the proximity to Vancouver BC (just a short drive to the border!). But we also were able to time our stay with a low tide. The bay was right in front of us--my children had a great time exploring the marine life. We hope to be back this summer when it's warmer!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.
Great Area to Explore
Guest: Beth
(Enumclaw, WA, USA)
Date of Stay: 01/06/11
Review Submitted: 01/28/11
We loved the super stocked kitchen. The owners were very generous with providing fire logs. This is a great condo to stay at. Love their use of space to create more sleeping areas. This is a fun area to explore. Check out the State Park nearby and Whatcom Falls Park and Fairhaven in Bellingham. Blaine and Linden are neat to explore, too. We went in winter and would like to come back during summer for even more fun
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.
Highly Recommended!
Guest: Lobsterclaw27
(Las Vegas, NV)
Date of Stay: 08/12/10
Review Submitted: 08/24/10
The condo was exceptionally clean and very well stocked! The views and landscape are beautiful and very close to restaurants, shops and the beach. I would definatley recommend this property as well as make it a return destination in the future. The owner was very friendly, helpful and detailed with the instructions and expectations. If Birch Bay is your destination then this is the condo for you!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.
Great Place for Family Vacation
Guest: Laura G
(Flower Mound, TX)
Date of Stay: 08/01/10
Review Submitted: 08/13/10
This condo was an excellent place for our family vacation this summer! The kitchen had all the amenities you could ever need. It was decorated very nicely and was super clean. I loved the deck off of the downstairs bedroom and my youngest son LOVED the hide-away bedroom upstairs. We would definitely there here again! Thanks, Laura
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Redmond, Wa Family
Guest: Redmond Family
(Redmond)
Date of Stay: 07/24/10
Review Submitted: 08/11/10
We truly enjoyed our stay. There were 2 adults and 3 younger kids. The kitchen was well stocked with many appliances (eg. food processor, blender, toaster, big electric fry pan) that I've never seen in other rentals. There were lots of pots, pans, plates, cups, utensils, serving bowls. There were many food items in the cupboards and refrigerator that can be used in a pinch. We brought all of our own groceries, but it was certainly nice to be able to use some olive oil for cooking, which we forgot to bring. There were lots of linens, towels, and beach buckets. It was very helpful that to have laundry detergent provided, as we were trying to keep up with the condo towels, beach towels, and our kids clothes. There were more than enough towels that you don't need to do wash, but it felt like home, so we treated this condo as we would our own home and helped them keep up with the laundry. Thank you for a great stay.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children.
Great pad
Guest: Birch
(Seattle)
Date of Stay: 07/02/10
Review Submitted: 07/09/10
The place was great and the owners were a pleasure to work with.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.
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