Waterfront, 6 acres of lawn, woods, rolling hills, Unparalleled views.
Location: Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, San Juan Islands, Northwest & Islands, Washington State, USA (80 Miles from Seattle and 7 Miles by Boat from Victoria, Bc,) View Map
Accommodations: House, 1 Bedroom + Loft, 1 Bath (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Waterfront, house, water, beach, dog, pet
Situated on over three secluded acres along 600 feet of both rocky and sandy beach, this contemporary home sits on one of San Juan Island's largest stretches of private waterfront, attracting deer, owls, fox, seals, otters and bald eagles. Take in the 180 degree view from Spieden Island to Mount Baker. You will welcome the amazing morning sunrises to spectacular sunsets from this uniquely situated home.
Open floor plan in this home with a spiral staircase to sleeping loft that sleeps 4. The bedroom has wonderful California King bed with views of the water. Offers casual dining right off the kitchen just steps from the outdoor deck. Wood stove in the living room will make this a pleasant stay in cooler months too!
Wireless internet is available for guests.
Dog friendly too. Dogs are welcome with additional fee. No cats.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Stove : Great little stove that warms you up quickly
- Beds
- King Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Bunk Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : We have a small collection of movies. There is a great rental place in town.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Beachfront : We have a rocky shoreline of approximately 600 feet for good exploration, this connects to a much larger sandy beach which we have access to because we own vacant property next to this summer home. It is excellent for scuba diving and wetsuit snorkeling and crabs and scallops are abundant and at night bring a flashlight and a dip net (provided) and catch small shrimp right off the rocks. There is also a crab pot. There is also lots of edible seaweed all year round, sea lettuce, sugar wrack and pelvetiopsis which is great for stir-fry, starts out gold and ends up bright green in the wok.
- Oceanfront : It is part of the great meander where the Pacific Ocean meets the Puget Sound. The San Juan Islands are the gateway. This property is located on a 3 mile wide channel just off the ocean which separates San Juan, Orcas and Shaw Islands. In addition, this is the leeward side of the island and the most pleasant all year round. There is a fire pit where s'mores and hot dogs are mandatory or maybe just a good glass of wine to be taken in while sitting on the benches and looking at the amazing view.
- Water View
- Mountain View : View of Mt. Baker which often is stunningly clear and turns pink at both sunset and sunrise on a clear day.
- Communications
- Telephone : The house phone is only used for local calls. We have found that cells phones work really well at our location.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : There is also a printer, scanner, fax machine available.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Small to medium size dogs welcome. Please no cats.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Wildlife: The property has all kinds of birds and animals passing through that you rarely see on the mainland: Foxes, tiny San Juan deer, eagles, owls, osprey, woodpeckers. Right off shore you'll see seals, otters and an occasional sea lion. There are several whale viewing spots on the Island.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Summer May 15 -September 30)$295/night $2065/week
Off Season (Oct 1 thru May 14) $195/night $1365/week
5 night minimum - July and August, 3 night minimum rest of year (some exceptions)
Damage deposit of $200, We just authorize $200. We have yet to held back a dime
Dog rate $10.00 per night per dog. Way better than a kennel. Covers extra cleaning
Non-refundable deposit to hold booking dates: $500.00
Cleaning fee $50.00 Hotel/lodging taxes add 9.8%.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1997
Why the Owner Chose Friday Harbor
Wonderful seclusion just an hour's ferry ride from Anacortes which is only an hour from our home. San Juan is quaint and a bit yesteryear. Friday Harbor is a small town with just about everything you need except for franchise stores. San Juan gets about a third of the rainy days of Seattle. The main road is only a mile away and it's a calm rural road which is great for running, walking or bike riding. Turning right just before the winery and heading down a tree arched road we fell in love with our 6 acres of paradise. It is perhaps the finest piece of property on the Island.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Seclusion. Fishing, crabbing, and tide pool viewing. Unparalleled bird and wildlife viewing. Waterfront cookouts.
Owner's Map of Friday Harbor
Charles and Kristy Herrick live in Issaquah, Washington just east of Seattle in the foothills. Charles does relief work in Africa, India and Afghanistan as well as executive work in the IT industry. He is an author and several of his books are available for reading and a complimentary copy of his book Breath of Kenya is given to our guests as a way of saying thank you. Kristy is an avid gardener. She raises llamas, two chickens (Avis and Mavis) and a bulldog named Bullard. She weaves, spins and knits. Bullard does nothing.
Property Photos
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- Waterfront, 6 acres of lawn, woods, rolling hills, Unparalleled views. - Friday Harbor Ocean Front Vacation House in the San Juan Islands, Washington State
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- Panoramic view,light screening. You feel the 600 ft of waterfront every day. - Friday Harbor Ocean Front Vacation House in the San Juan Islands, Washington State
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- Small but incredibly well laid out. Includes wireless internet, fax and printer - Friday Harbor Ocean Front Vacation House in the San Juan Islands, Washington State
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- Fully equipped kitchen and little dining area overlooking the water
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- Here's the bed setup in the loft area. There is a large closet and small desk
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- Normally, this is a sandy cove where we launch our kayaks - high tide today!
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- A beach to check out tide pools, collect shells, rocks,and launch kayaks.
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- Incredible sunrises and sunsets. In the mornings the water is glassy smooth.
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- My kids caught shrimp that they then BBQ'd on our rock fire pit near the water
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- Waiting for the sun to come up and light up Mt Baker. Leeward side with views.
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- The morning ferry run near Orcas and Shaw Island as seen from our deck
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- Bullard coming out of the water. Bulldogs can's swim but they wade well.
Traveler Reviews (6)
we will go back for sure
Guest: khaled
(bellevue)
Date of Stay: 06/15/11
Review Submitted: 01/14/12
my god this place is so beautifall me and my kids were so lucky to find this place so privet so clean and well taking care of from the minte we arrived you feel like its your own home you don't see anyone the owner they tell you everything you need to known,then you enter the house it has very much everything you need and i think it fit may be 8 to 10 people,it has a huge front yard my kids had soo much fun in it and the veiw is breath taking ,and you will see deers walking around the house early in the morning,they even have crab pots ready for you ,the owner by talking to then are some of the nicest people you will talk to ,so my wife and the kids will be back this summer for sure , give it a try its really worth the money.
Recommended for:Families with young children.
A Million Dollar View Wrapped in Serenity
Guest: DOODAHVET
(San Antonio, Texas USA)
Date of Stay: 09/18/11
Review Submitted: 10/03/11
My husband and I spent the week of September 18th, 2011 at this property. The owners' photos and description were excellent and the property was even more beautiful than the photos convey. The wildlife was amazing, the traffic on the water was entertaining (especially the kayakers) and the view of the mountain was incredible. The grill works great and they've graciously left spices in the cabinets to share with everyone. Perfect place for rest and restoration and close enough to run into town to buy groceries, visit the Whale Museum, dining, go on a whale excursion or shopping. It is intoxicating sitting out on the deck with beautiful views in each direction. There is a wonderful wood stove inside and a firepit outside, along with firewood. If you're planning a trip to the San Juan Islands, this is the perfect place to stay. The owners' were a pleasure to work with in setting up the dates for our stay and in sending us a list of things to do while on the island. We will be back!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Guest: Arseni
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Date of Stay: 03/04/10
Review Submitted: 03/04/10
My wife and I stayed at this property two times: in summer and winter. Both experiences were wonderful, this place will make you feel at home in any weather. Although all the attractions of San Juan Island are reasonably close and Friday Harbor is just a short drive, once you get to the house you feel miles and miles away from the noise and lights of urban life. Just one evening on the huge deck, watching the stars, looking on the water, listening to the forest is worth to visit this place! Thank you, Charles and Kristy for such amazing vacations.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/25/10
Review Submitted: 02/25/10
October 2010, my wife and I chose to spend our anniversary at Friday Harbor. We previously stayed in a B & B, enjoyed San Juan Island, and decided to return. We rented on the internet from the Herrick's and our experience was wonderful! The house was clean, well equipped, and view of sunrises, just wonderful! We would recommend this house, and will rent again! Dave & Jean Benz
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Guest: Jon & Linda W.
(Gig Harbor WA)
Date of Stay: 02/24/10
Review Submitted: 02/24/10
My husband and I (with our two dogs) stayed at this lovely home for a wintry February weekend. This is a wonderful location for winter, as well as any other time of year. Well appointed home with thoughtful amenities. Great views and lots of privacy. Owners are very kind and very easy to work with. We would most certainly stay again!
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Guest: Ron Stacey
(St.Louis, MO USA)
Date of Stay: 07/13/09
Review Submitted: 07/13/09
Just got back from staying three nights in this unit, and I must say we really enjoyed our stay. The view from the deck is wonderful and the unit is very secluded. Nicely appointed kitchen and comfortable beds on main floor and upstairs. Would come back and stay again.
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