Lavender Hill Farm House with View, Gardens, Walk to the Beach
- Minimum stay:N/A
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Lavender Hill Farm is well known on Vashon Island for our U-Cut lavender stand and farm store, open from late June through early August. The property has 1500 lavender plants and more than 15 varieties, as well as beautiful gardens and stunning views. Come vacation in this tranquil setting in a 1930's farmhouse, thoughtfully updated and spacious enough for a reunion of friends and family. The long farmhouse porch is the perfect spot for morning coffee overlooking the gardens, fields, Quartermaster Harbor and Mount Rainier. Listen to the bees as you stroll through the fields and wander into the town of Burton, just a five minute walk, for supplies, coffee, and some browsing or a meal on the deck of the Quartermaster Inn. Inner and Outer Quartermaster Harbor is a short walk.
The house is light and bright, with nicely appointed guestrooms and three bathrooms for guests. The kitchen works for a crowd, with two ovens, a large center island, 6 burner cook top and large pantry - and there's a second fridge in the basement. The living room has two seating areas, there are two tables in the dining room and the long porch table seats twelve.
Enjoy the stars at night, the quiet, and spend your days biking, riding horses, kayaking or just finishing a book or writing one (wireless internet throughout the house). The island has a movie theatre, movie rental (and you've got cable as well) and many concerts, performances and gatherings to keep you as active as you like.
While you're relaxing, the lavender will continue to be harvested and there will be people dropping by at the U-Cut stand - the entrance is far away from the house. You're welcome to wander down and learn a little about lavender - we dry, we shuck, we make wreaths and lavender oil. Depending on when you're here, we're happy to have you join in.
Please visit our website for more photos and more info - see you in the lavender!
Keywords: Farmhouse, lavender farm, house, view property, garden, cottage
Property Type
- 3 story
- Farmhouse
- 2600 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Optional
Suitability
- Events Allowed
Bedrooms
- 6 Bedrooms, Sleeps 14, Beds for 11-14
- Master bedroom
- 1 king
- Second floor guest room
- 1 queen, 1 baby crib
- There is a portacrib that can be set up in this room.
- First floor queen room
- 1 queen
- Twin bedroom
- 2 twin/ single
- Flat screen TV, children's books
- Lower level queen
- 1 queen, 1 sleep sofa /futon
- double futon for additional guests
- Lower level double
- 1 double
- Very small bedroom with double bed
- Convertible bed(s)
- 1 twin/ single, 1 sleep sofa /futon
- Living room has twin daybed and double foldout sofa.
Bathrooms
- 3.0 Bathrooms
- Master bath
- toilet, tub
- clawfoot tub with shower spray attachment
- Main floor bath
- toilet, combination tub/shower, jetted tub
- Jacuzzi tub and steam shower
- Second floor hall bath
- toilet, shower
- Stall shower
Kitchen & Dining
- Child's Highchair
- Toaster
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
Amenities
- Babysitter
- Hair Dryer
- Iron & Board
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- VCR
- CD Player
Communications
Pool & Spa
Outdoor Features
- Lawn / Garden
Location & View
Activities
- Marina
- Mountain Biking
- Surf Fishing
- Sound/Bay Fishing
- Pier Fishing
- Freshwater Fishing
- Cycling
- Kayaking
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Tennis
- Swimming
- Fitness Center
- Medical Services
- Massage Therapist
- Laundromat
- Groceries
- ATM/Bank
- Playground
- Zoo
- Cinemas
- Restaurants
- Shopping
- Beachcombing
- Golf
- Bird Watching
- Whale Watching
- Shelling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Horseback Riding
- Antiquing
- Boating
- Walking
- Sailing
Other Activities
- Organic farms, bird watching, indoor skate park.
Reviews
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Lessons from the heart
Lessons from the heart
- Guest Annie
- Date of stay 02/27/13
- Review Submitted 03/22/13
My cousins and I ( 10 of us ) shared this very special home when we came to Vashon for a celebration of my sister's life. She passed away February 1, and her memorial service was being held at Camp Burton, just down the road. It was the perfect place for all of us to reconnect and bond. The kitchen is a cook's dream, and we so enjoyed it! The view of the gardens and the bay is spectacular. The house is so warm and comfortable, and the beds, wonderful. Thank you Cathy for creating such a beautiful home and making it available for us to share.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Girls Weekend Away
Girls Weekend Away
- Guest Marge R.
- Date of stay 02/22/13
- Review Submitted 03/10/13
Lavender Hill Farm was a perfect place for a "girls getaway". We all had our own beds, lots of space, and privacy if you needed it. The house was beautiful and lots of amenities that many rentals don't provide. We were met by the owner's representative on arrival and she was very welcoming and helpful. We had to call her in the evening for help with the heat (our problem in working the thermostat) and she was very nice about helping us. We have been in rentals where help is not always available. We loved the Thai Restaurant -- be sure and get reservations. We would also recommend touring the Monastery on the island but you need to call ahead to make arrangements.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Great spot for a family reunion
Great spot for a family reunion
- Guest Chicago couple
- Date of stay 08/15/12
- Review Submitted 08/26/12
My two brothers and I grew up in Tacoma, WA, but are now spread across the U.S. We rented Lavender Hill Farms for a family reunion and we all thoroughly enjoyed our time there. The house is very well appointed and comfortable. We have rented many houses over the years and this house has the best appointed kitchen of any -- both in terms of cookware as well as basic kitchen staples. The house is beautifully decorated and very comfortable for large groups. We invited relatives to join us for two dinners and we were able to accommodate 13 people one night and 18 people another night for dinner on the porch. The view is beautiful and the surroundings are very peaceful. The warm days and cool nights made for a wonderful vacation.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Owner response: We are delighted you had such a good time - and thanks for the suggestion of adding a cocktail shaker to our kitchen staples - martinis anyone? Cathy and Tom
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Beautiful home and surroundings, extremely well equipped
Beautiful home and surroundings, extremely well equipped
- Guest Jools
- Date of stay 06/09/12
- Review Submitted 06/20/12
This is a beautiful, comfortable, well-appointed home in a gorgeous setting on an actual lavender farm. The photos don't do it justice. The large covered porch overlooks the lavender beds, lawn, and gardens, as well as Quartermaster Harbor. It's perfect for reading, relaxing, and conversation, and the large table makes outdoor dining a pleasure. And when the day is clear, there's a stunning view of Mt. Rainier. The kitchen had everything you could want or need, and there's plenty of room for more than one cook. The bedrooms are charming and well decorated; beds are comfortable with wonderful down covers and lots of lovely quilts, and there are an abundance of very nice towels and linens. The only things we found in the least bit odd were the completely open bathroom in the master suite, and having no bathroom in the lower level. Even a half bath would help given there are two bedrooms and the farm's workrooms down there. But this didn't detract from the enjoyment of the house nor our stay. We would recommend it to anyone and would enjoy coming back.Recommended for: Age 55+, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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Favorite Vashon House
Favorite Vashon House
- Guest John E.
- Date of stay 04/14/12
- Review Submitted 05/07/12
My family and I have stayed at several different houses on Vashon Island, and Lavender Hill Farm is definitely our favorite. Comfortable, spacious, great views, wonderful gardens. A great kitchen for cooking and socializing. The view from the huge covered porch is second to none. Great location for beach walking at Jensen Point and Point Robinson. Our kids love roasting marshmallows in the fire pit. We have stayed at this house multiple times and plan on returning. Five stars for sure.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Owner response: We are delighted when our guests become regulars and start their own traditions, whether it's marshmallow roasting, baking, scavenger hunts, or reading by the fire. Thanks and welcome back!
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Perfect Baby Shower!
Perfect Baby Shower!
- Guest Dora
- Date of stay 01/27/12
- Review Submitted 01/30/12
We hosted a baby shower at Lavender Hills Farm, and it couldn't have been a more perfect setting. The house is beautiful, comfortable and homey. The views from the living room are amazing. The kitchen has everything you would need, and plenty of room to prepare. A wonderful place to entertain. Would definitely go back again!Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway.
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My favorite house (more than my own)
My favorite house (more than my own)
- Guest Mandy
- Date of stay 08/20/11
- Review Submitted 10/09/11
This is our second summer staying at the Lavender farm and we just have the most lovely time. The house is perfect- the kitchen and all of its killer appliances, the decor (so homey and comfy and pristine), the layout (we have three kids and it was just great even when grandparents visited), the overall feel is just incredibly relaxing and comfortable. The views are spectacular, the lavender farm is such fun to run in and gather lavender and spend time just taking time to breathe and inhaling amazing scents, the location is ideal- we walked to the coffee stand every day for treats, we went to the beach right down the block and we kayaked from the park nearby. Honestly, this is the nicest house I have ever stayed in- it is very hard for us to pack up and leave but we do so knowing we'll book another week or two next year. The owner Catherine is so attentive and helpful and now has become a friend. Stay here and you'll be coming back annually- if you are lucky!!.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.
Owner response: We love having return guests and hope to be a summer tradition for our visitors!
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Lots of space.
Lots of space.
- Guest Susi
- Date of stay 03/18/11
- Review Submitted 03/23/11
This home feels just like that, "home". The owners made us feel comfortable and welcome by having such a well equipped and easy to use house. The view is wonderful. This home is clean and well maintained. The owners were responsive and proactive in communications with us before and after the rental.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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A perfect vacation get away
A perfect vacation get away
- Guest Marsha N.
- Date of stay 08/01/10
- Review Submitted 08/09/10
This beautiful farmhouse was charming and comfortable for our family of eight with adult children. We didn't expect perfection, but we certainly got it. The house and property are breathtaking. Vashon Island is a quiet/quirky place to visit and ferry transportation made it easy to take in Seattle and Tacoma. This was our first vacation in the Northwest...and we have fallen in love with the island, the property and the region.Recommended for: Age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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Rates
Winter two day weekends - up to 6 guests - 3 days, 2 nights - $800 Spring 3/21 - 6/19) Fall (9/15 - 10/31)- 3 day weekend $1500/weekly $1900 Winter 11/1 - 3/20: weekend $1100 /weekly $1400/ 3 weeknights $750 Summer & Holiday rates: weekly only $3650; Memorial Day weekend $1800 Charge of $50/night or $125 per week over 10 guests. $500 refundable damage deposit, $200 cleaning fee, 8.6% sales tax Deposit of 50% to hold reservation. Balance and deposits due 30 days prior Credit Cards accepted via Paypal; Personal checks
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Location
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Hardware Store Restaurant
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- 4.4 miles to rental
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- 4.4 miles to rental
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- 4.3 miles to rental
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Burton Coffee Stand
- Restaurant
- 0.3 miles to rental
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Harbor Mercantile
- Attraction
- 0.2 miles to rental
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Amiad & Associates Inc
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- 4.4 miles to rental
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Vashon Island Coffee Roasterie
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- 3.2 miles to rental
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- 3.2 miles to rental
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- 1.5 miles to rental
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Thriftway
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- 4.4 miles to rental
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- 4.3 miles to rental
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Giraffe
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- 4.5 miles to rental
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Vashon Theatre
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- 4.3 miles to rental
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County of King Pool
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- 2.8 miles to rental
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- 4.4 miles to rental
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Granny's Attic Thrift Shop
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- 2.3 miles to rental
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Point Robinson
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- 6.2 miles to rental
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- 3.4 miles to rental
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- 4.1 miles to rental
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- 4.5 miles to rental
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- Nearest Ferry: Tahlequah at 3 Miles
- Nearest Beach: Quatermaster Harbor at 0.2 Miles
- Nearest Restaurant: Burton Coffee Stand at 0.2 Miles
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2006
About the owner: Tom works as the head of a labor union local in Northern California and Cathy is an actor who also runs a non-profit providing education in Cambodia, where we adopted our two younger daughters. We also have a grown daughter and son. Tom is also a writer of slang books - we live in Berkeley, California during the school year and hope to retire to Vashon eventually. We have learned a lot about lavender in four years and love our time on Vashon.
Why the Owner Chose Vashon Island:
I've been visiting Vashon since 1994, when good friends moved here from Los Angeles. It's a very special place. Tom and I bought a small cottage in 2003 and fell in love with the lavender farm when we came to pick lavender. In 2006, we were lucky enough to buy it. We kept the previous owners' tradition of opening a U-Cut stand, and have learned a lot about lavender in four years. For the last three years, we have participated in the lavender farm tour, a wonderful weekend with 2500 visitors coming to enjoy the lavender. This year, the tour is on hiatus, so we're able to offer vacation rental weeks. Each year, we feel we can pick up with friends and routines. We love our time on Vashon.
The Unique Benefits at this Farmhouse:
What do I love most about Lavender Hill Farm? The view is amazing - Mt. Rainier, the boats in the harbor, the lavender. We think of it as Maine and Provence rolled into one, with snow-capped mountains as a bonus. It's quiet and the stars shine bright. I love working with the lavender - very relaxing. The house is big - it's so cheerful and so many places to curl up with a book. There's room for many guests (we had 55 last summer - just friends visiting!) and the porch is the perfect gathering place! I soak in the claw foot tub in the master bedroom and then sink into the king-size bed. Truly a vacation from our lives in the Bay Area - and no traffic! It's also so easy to get here. The airport is a 20 minute cab ride or 30 minute bus ride to the ferry, and the island bus comes to our corner (and sometimes right past the house. The island has good restaurants, an arts scene, pools, and lots of opportunities for biking and hiking.
Contact us
- Primary: (510) 525-5984 (California, USA)
- Secondary: (323) 376-6444 (California, USA)
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Photos
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Dining on the porch
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Through the living room to dining room and kitchen beyond
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Three ovens, large pantry, plenty of room to cook with friends
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Second floor master with harbor and Mt. Rainier view and claw foot tub
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First floor queen - level entry. Hall bath.
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Large lower level bedroom with queen canopy bed, full futon.
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Lavender Hill Farm in the snow
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Mount Rainier can be seen from the house and porch.
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Ready for a wedding ceremony
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Lavender wreath
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Between the lawn and lavender fields, a perfect spot for meals and relaxation.
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Lavender in full bloom
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Morning light through the dining room to living room
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Gourmet kitchen
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Second floor bedroom -Queen with Hall bath; portacrib and bassinet available
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Twin-bedded room with children's books and flat screen TV
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Plenty of room for coats and towels in the main floor foyer.
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Winter view
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Perfect for a summer wedding.
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The side garden has a fire pit and seating.
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