Location: Deer Harbor, Orcas Island, San Juan Islands, Washington State, USA (70 Miles N.W. of Seattle, WA, Reached by Car Ferry or Plane.)
Accommodations: Cottage, Studio, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2)
Escape to your own romantic cottage on the shore. Located on an historic property with nearly five waterfront acres, the Gardener's Cottage is nestled in its own private garden sheltered under giant fir and cedar trees.
The cottage preserves all the rustic charm of the original, old structure while providing the indulgent luxuries you're looking for in a romantic hideaway.
We've filled the cottage with wonderfully comfortable furnishings and antiques, and appointed the large, rustic bath and dressing room with every convenience. The oversized two-person shower is open under the vaulted ceiling. A large clerestory window lets in the morning sun.
Sink into the lavishly fitted king Eurodown bed or curl up on the sofa with a good book. Listen to your favorite CD or watch a movie on the DVD player or satellite 32" LCD HDTV. Enjoy the comfort of a crackling fire in the wood burning Rumford fireplace.
The kitchen is within easy reach. Have something from the refrigerator or pop some complimentary popcorn in the microwave. You'll also find a Thermador cooktop, cookware, tableware and linens. Cleanup is easy with a garbage disposal and dishwasher.
Of course, a cottage should have a porch and so this one does. Sit and look out at the cove through your private native garden while gulls and giant blue heron fish for their dinner. Seals and otters and an array of migratory birds visit the cove. Canada geese are resident. Deer visit nightly.
Nothing tastes better than a meal cooked outdoors. Use the large fire pit/barbecue off the porch to grill a wild salmon from the organic market and freshly harvested vegetables you can pick from our kitchen garden.
Slip into your private hot tub and enjoy the activities on the water. Imagine watching the sunset reflections or the quiet of a moonlit night and seeing a deer or two stroll by.
Beyond your own private native garden, you'll find much to enjoy. Several acres of gardens and woodland and over 500 feet of private clam shell beach can be explored. Originally homesteaded in 1857, much of the early plantings are still here to enjoy. Old lilacs, roses, glorious wisteria, apple and Horse Chestnut trees, the weeping willow by the old pond mix with newer gardens, creating private oases or an expanse of lawn leading to the water's edge.
Our kitchen garden is here for you. Totally organic, it offers a surprising selection of heirloom and familiar vegetables and fruit for your culinary pleasure. In addition, in season you can pick wild blackberries, apples, pears and plumes, or harvest oysters and clams from our private beach.
Whale watching and kayaking tours, sailing charters, rental boats and bicycles, even a bird sanctuary are located within walking distance of the Gardener's Cottage as is a restaurant, convenience market and snack bar.
Farther afield explore the pristine forests of Moran State Park with its many hiking and biking trails as well as Mount Constitution, which offers what many consider the most magnificent water views in North America. Hike the beautiful 1500 acre Turtleback Mountain Preserve located two miles from the cottage with its grasslands, wildflowers and magnificent Garry Oaks. The views are incredible. The villages on Orcas and the many artists' studios and galleries offer great opportunities for exploration as well.
Don't forget that one of the best things you can do is absolutely nothing! After a day of activities, treat those sore muscles to a massage in the privacy of your cottage. Private yoga instruction can be arranged too. Or just sit back and enjoy the views.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Private Hot Tub
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Oceanfront
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Organic kitchen garden with an array of seasonal vegetables, herbs and fruit; clam and oyster beds; wild blackberries and many kinds of apples, pears and plumes on property for harvesting in season.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Whale watching, bird watching, paddle boating.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Rates are nightly; 2-night minimum stay (3-night minimum holidays) required:
Oct 2009 $225 Sun-Thu/$255 Fri-Sat;Nov 2009 $145 Sun-Thu/$175 Fri-Sat-Hol;
Mar 12-May 27 & Oct 17-Nov*2010 $145 Sun-Thu/$175 Fri-Sat;*Thanksgiving Wknd $255
May 28-June 30 & Sep 7-Oct 16 $225 Sun-Thu/Fri-Sat
Jul-Sep 6 $295; July 4th Wknd $325 incl beach BBQ & Professional Fireworks
$50-$100 Housekeeping fee; Canine pets: 1 pet $25/2 pets $40 per night
50% deposit at time of booking; balance plus 9.8% tax due at time of check-in
Minimum 30-day cancellation notice required for refund of deposit less $25 fee
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
- - Deer Harbor Cottage with Hot Tub near Boating
- - Deer Harbor Cottage with Hot Tub near Boating
- - Deer Harbor Cottage with Hot Tub near Boating
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