Location: Orcas, Orcas Island, San Juan Islands, Northwest & Islands, Washington State, USA (2 Mi East of Orcas Ferry Dock, 1.2 Hour Ferry Ride Anacortes)
Accommodations: Estate, 5 Bedrooms + Loft, 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 10-12)
Keywords: House (2)
Enjoy the ultimate in privacy and relaxation on 45 wooded acres surrounded by miles of towering Douglas fir and cedar forest. Relax in the eight person spa on the expansive deck overlooking the tranquil bay with a private mooring buoy for a 50 foot boat, enjoying views of the ferries, distant islands, eagles, osprey and blue herons fishing, and seals and river otters playing. Black tailed deer venture out at dusk, tempted by the three acres of landscaped lawn, gardens and woodlands. The 3000 sq.ft. main house and 1800 sq. ft. guesthouse/studio/office sleep 12 in five rooms with 3.5 baths.
The expansive master bedroom contains two vanities, a jacuzzi tub, private balcony and water and forest views. There is also another king bedroom, a queen bedroom with small loft, a child's bed in a nook and a full bath on this upstairs level. The guesthouse has two rooms with twins, each with a large loft above, a small kitchenette, a large play space, two desk areas and bathroom facilities with an oversized shower.
In the main house the spacious dining/sunroom and gourmet kitchen have been recently remodeled with granite countertops and new cabinetry. This is the perfect gathering spot for all the chefs to participate in preparing meals while enjoying the forest and water views and sharing stories of the day's kayaking, hiking, biking, sailing, scuba-diving, golf, whale-watching or deck-sitting activities. The large living room completes the great room area and contains the perfect sun-drenched window seat for reading, games, TV and watching the eagle, osprey and kingfisher activity.
Explore the oyster tidelands along 490 feet of private waterfront, miles of empty country roads ideal for walking, running or bicycling, a nearby Department of Fish and Game stocked lake, and the ferries, bicycle and kayak rentals, stores and restaurants only 2+ miles away. This secluded retreat is located in a desirable southern exposure area of understated, multi-million dollar waterfront estates. It is perfect for a tranquil escape and/or multi-generational family vacation, with its fenced landscaped gardens and lawn, sandbox area for younger children, park-like woodlands and beach area with abundant shorelife.
Orcas Island is the gem of the San Juan Islands, located in the banana belt of Washington State. It contains Moran State Park with 2000 ft. elevation Mt. Constitution, thirty miles of hiking and biking trails and five freshwater lakes; extensive yachting facilities at Westsound and Deer Harbor; access by scheduled or private air service or float plane; ferry service to the other San Juan Islands, Vancouver Island and the U.S. mainland at Anacortes, and Amtrak service to Mt. Vernon; excellent restaurants, food, wine and gift shops, galleries and artist studios, summer markets, a lovely library and small historical museum, and a full schedule of summer activities and community theater. There is an interactive children's museum and a nationally acclaimed skateboard park. Four well-established children's summer camps are on the island or immediately adjacent.
Enjoy the ultimate in seclusion and relaxation yet with all the amenities close by on this magical island. Assistance with planning travel activities and accessing services can be provided.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Child Bed
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Private Hot Tub
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Oceanfront
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Newly remodelled spacious granite kitchen with water views,custom tile and stone, jacuzzi tub in large master suite, massive beams, expansive deck with 8 person hot tub overlooking sheltered harbor. Dining porch seats 12 with unobstructed views of ferries, boat traffic, wildlife. 45 acres of private woodlands, landscaped gardens and lawn,detached guest house with playroom and playloft, 490' private waterfront with tidelands, mooring buoy for 50' boat, abundant sealife and wildlife, hiking and biking trails, Ultimate privacy
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- 30 miles of hiking and biking trails and 2000 ft high Mt Constitution in Moran Stae Park, yachting facilities and float plane access in Westsound. Ferries to other San Juan Islands and Vancouver Island. Kayaking rentals and tours, bicycle rentals, whale watching trips. Excellent restaurants, food and wine shops, stores, galleries, cultural events. Quiet country roads for walking and biking.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Spring Season May 5- June 23 $4550/week
Summer Season June 23- Sept 8 $5195/week
Fall Season Sept 8- Oct 6 $4550/week
Winter Season Oct 6- May 5 $3325/week
Plus 9.8% lodging tax
$350 final cleaning fee
$500 refundable security deposit
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
I have owned this house for over twenty years and at one time it was my full-time residence. Consequently, it has a fully stocked kitchen with all essential equipment, many children's games and toys, and is furnished for large family, multi-generational gatherings, of which we had many. Unfortunately, when all the kids and cousins got older, it became more difficult for them to gather here during the summer. We enjoyed having multiple cooks in the kitchen at once while visiting with people on the dining porch or in the living great room, keeping an eye on the children in the hot tub, and enjoying the expansive views. I hope you will avail yourself of a similar opportunity to gather here with family or friends and develop life-long memories too.
Why the Owner Chose Orcas
Owning a home on Orcas Island is like becoming a young camper again, but with all the luxuries of private bedrooms, bathrooms, jacuzzi tubs and gourmet cooking!
The Unique Benefits of this Estate
I particularly enjoy the long walks along the quiet country roads, the utter quiet and darkness at night, the wildlife in constant movement in the sky and bay, the changing face of the garden, cooking wonderful meals and enjoying them on the deck, and the magical island of Orcas with its excellent restaurants, stores and talented people and the hiking and biking trails in the park.
Property Photos
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- View to house from the water - Orcas Island Oceanfront House - Bay View
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- Living room with window seat is part of kitchen and dining great room - Orcas Island Oceanfront House - Bay View
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- Gourmet kitchen and sunroom/dining area seats twelve - Orcas Island Oceanfront House - Bay View
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- Guesthouse and lawn area in fully fenced compound
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- Master bedroom with balcony and view of water and forest
Traveler Reviews (7)
Beautiful home in a fantastic location
Guest: SF Family
(San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/02/11
Review Submitted: 08/22/11
We had such a wonderful time at this amazing Orcas Island home. The waterfront setting cannot be beat, and the home is lovely throughout!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Family Celebration on Orcas
Guest: Mickey
(Sausalito, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/09/11
Review Submitted: 08/08/11
Highest recommendation for staying in this wonderful home! Our family of 12 spent the most incredible week on this property celebrating my mother's 80th birthday. The home, location, gardens and nature of unsurpassed beauty exceeded all expectations. Situated on a beautiful, private bay with a magnificent front row seat for viewing golden eagles and passing ferries, the home provides comfortable gathering spaces and relaxing reading/napping nooks. The kitchen/dining area provides ample space for several people sharing meal preparation! The property has been very well maintained. Our group of adults and four teenagers could not have been happier!
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Four-generation reunion
Guest: Hope and Sandy
(Carmel, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/16/11
Review Submitted: 08/07/11
We had four generations, ranging in age from 91 to 9 months; and everyone absolutely loved it. We have rented many nice houses; this is exceptional. Watching the ferries go by in the distance and river otters and resident bald eagle, braving the cool waters of the inlet, hiking the property and surrounding area...It all was good. The kids loved the huge play area and loft. The house was in immaculate condition when we arrived and works very well. The kitchen is large enough that many can help there; and the view from the kitchen and dining room (and almost every other room) is spectacular. The living room and the bedrooms in the main house all are large and comfortable. We definitely will return soon.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
July Perfection!
Guest: Chris
(Sylvania, Ohio, USA)
Date of Stay: 07/10/10
Review Submitted: 07/20/10
Our family of nine, including 3 generations had an absolutely wonderful stay at this Orcas Island property. The home is our favorite of 3 VBO homes we have rented. The style, comfort and amenities provide a lovely and upscale, but relaxed atmosphere. The floor plan is great with fabulous views of the harbor, and the kitchen is terrific - large enough for many cooks in the kitchen. The gardens surrounding the home are fabulous! The harbor is beautiful and we enjoyed canoeing and kayaking. On the first day of the crabbing season, we dropped crab traps and harvested 7 large dungeness crabs for a feast! Eastsound is very charming and filled with great shops and restaurants, yet is small enough to not feel as commercial as Friday Harbour, although we enjoyed F. H. also. Loved Mt. Constitution and Moran State Park, Rosario (we highly recommend the 4:00 concert and talk by Christopher Peacock) and Roche Harbour on San Juan Island. We enjoyed dinner at the Kingfisher in West Sound and Madrona Bar and and Grill in Eastsound, and had fabulous gelato at Enzo's in Eastsound. Excellent scones, quiche and sandwiches at the Orcas Hotel cafe. The owner and caretaker were both very helpful and easy to work with, and we would highly recommend this beautiful home/property on Orcas Island. We would love to return again someday!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Orcas Island House
Guest: Dave
(La Canada Flintridge, California)
Date of Stay: 07/03/10
Review Submitted: 07/19/10
Words can't adaquately describe the experience we enjoyed at this magnificent home. The house is located at the head of a small, almost private, bay near Orcas on Orcas Island. From the deck one can watch a seemingly endless parade of passing ferry boats and private yachts of every description. In the San Juans that's the primary view from virtually every home near the water. In this home, it's the secondary attraction. In this home the primary attraction is nature, of the wildlife variety. Deer, sea otters, harbor seals, visit, feed and frolic. Bird watching is amazing. Canarys, egrets, blue heron, hawks and sea gulls are all plentiful. But the star attraction is a pair of majestic bald eagles, the real land lords of the bay. They soar, swoop and glide then quickley snatch a meal on the fly as their talons are suddenly laden with the catch of the moment. Between fishing excursions they perch majestically in the tall trees surrounding the bay, a few of which are adjacent to the main deck of the house, literally 15 to 20 feet away. Awesome. Then there is the house, which under any other circumstance, would be the first mention in a review. It is magnificent in its own right. Perfectly situated, beautifully decorated and equipped. From the gourmet kitchen with every possible amenity to dining facilities to accomodate a group as large and varied as ours; fourteen. (7 children from 5 to 14 and 7 adults). The owners have thought of everything including a well stocked library to satellite TV. There is even a separate cottage stocked with art supplies, toys, games and costumes for the children. And a hot tub for the rest of us...complete with a resident (only around when you need him) care-taker to keep the tub warm and working at all times. We were there for 7 days, all of them sunny and warm, but would have had as much fun had it rained every day. The house is very private, situated on something in excess of 40 acres. Garden paths lead to the waters edge providing limitless fun with rock skipping contests, never boring tidal flat explorations and star-fish searches for the kids of all ages. It is the perfect place. You may think this review...or the reviewer, to be "over the top". Not so, but you'll have to experience this amazing retreat to judge it for yourself. One things is certain, we're going to do it again. Soon
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Incredible
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/12/10
Review Submitted: 07/01/10
Amazing house for a family reunion. Beautify property, great location. My kids fell in love with the "bunny house". I highly recommend.
Recommended for:Families with young children, families with teenagers.
Magical!
Guest: Lisa and David
(Vancouver, BC)
Date of Stay: 05/21/10
Review Submitted: 06/11/10
This is a very very special place. We knew from the moment we arrived that we were in for a wonderful visit. The property and the amnenities far exceded our expectations! We went with two other families - 6 adults and 4 small children in total. We had tons of room to sprawl out! We could have easily had another small family or two join us! The house was beautifully kept, with many extras around every corner. The kitchen was a real treat to cook in. The view was spectacular from EVERY window. The grounds were lovely - with lots to explore. The kids had the time of their lives! We didn't need to pull out even one of the toys that we packed! There was so much to explore right there - in the house, the guest house, and of course the beach. They loved looking for crabs, creating art with all the supplies on site, reading the many kids books, playing dress-up, playing with the blocks, and just creating their own fun in a new and magical place. Once the kids were in bed (which was easy to do since they were so worn out from so much fun and fresh air), the adults enjoyed lengthy dinners and converstions on the lovely deck over lots of good wine and conversation. We loved every moment of our time here and can't wait to return! Truly, this place is a gem.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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