Ocean and Mountains View from Secluded, Craftsman-Style Home
- Minimum stay:N/A
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
HOME AWAY FROM HOME
Sitting atop a knoll nestled among majestic Douglas firs, this charming, private, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, Craftsman-style, cedar home features a spectacular view that sweeps over a meadow of tree tops, you can looking upon the salt waters of Upright Channel to the Olympic Mountains. It's a great get-away retreat from the frenzy of everyday life. The Orcas Tree House allows you to lounge either on the main deck or the balcony off of the master bedroom and enjoy watching the distant ferries pass by and deer browsing or napping on the small meadow adjoining the house. There are oriental carpets and comfortable furnishings throughout the house. The wood floors, beams and natural wood doors and trim combined with lots of windows and skylights make this home light, airy, spacious and cozy.
The owner is a long time island resident, teacher and pastel landscape artist, who designed this house-of-her-dreams and will easily leave it anytime you wish to rent. The Orcas Tree House is fully equipped with everything you might need during your stay including linens, spices and condiments in the kitchen.
MASTER BEDROOM SUITE
The entire upstairs is the master bedroom suite with a very comfortable king sized bed and sitting area with a loveseat and upholstered antique chair. The bathroom has an over-sized tub/shower with a skylight above, tiled walls and twin shower heads with dual, brass controls. French doors open onto a private balcony looking out from the top of the Tree House.
OPEN LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, KITCHEN AREA
The L-shaped living room and dining room area of the main floor has the kitchen as its heart with an island counter and stools to makes it easy for the those cooking in the kitchen to interact with others in the living room or dining room area. There are French doors that open onto the deck from the living room and a large, picture window in the dining room - both facing the ocean and mountain view and deer meadow.
MAIN FLOOR BEDROOM
The bedroom on the main floor has a full-size bed and a bathroom with a shower.
THE QUIET SIDE OF THE ISLAND
Located halfway between Olga and Doe Bay on the east side of the island, the Orcas Tree House is away from ferry and town traffic but within a few miles of Moran State Park, Obstruction Pass DNR Park with public beach, and the Artworks and Cafe Olga.
No smoking or pets allowed. The Orcas Tree House comes with two, short-haired CATS you can leave outside during your stay or let in and pet.
Keywords: 2 Bedroom, 2 story, fully-equipped house, private, forested hill-top
Property Type
- House
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Pets Not Allowed
- Non Smoking Only
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5, Beds for 4-5
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Other (See Description)
- King size beds (1), Double Beds (1), 1 inflatable full size mattress
Bathrooms
- 2.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathroom 2
Kitchen & Dining
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
Amenities
- Parking Off Street
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
Entertainment
- Music Library
- Video Library
- DVD Player
- VCR
- Stereo
- CD Player
Communications
- Telephone
- Wireless Internet
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Outdoor Grill
- Deck / Patio
Location & View
- Mountain View
Activities
- Cinemas
- Museums
- Restaurants
- Horseback Riding
- Sight Seeing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Boating
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Cycling
- Fishing
- Hiking
Other Activities
- whale watching, deer watching, cat petting
Reviews
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Beautiful View
Beautiful View
- Guest Sue
- Date of stay 09/22/12
- Review Submitted 09/30/12
The Orcas Treehouse was a beautiful property with an Awesome view. It was quite and remote enough to feel you were away from the everyday life, convenient and easy to find,with Pam's excellent directions. We played cards and enjoyed the music, played with "Geeza" who was content to be fed in the mornings and talked to for a while but went about her business most the time we were there. He home is inviting and very comfortable. We had an Awesome time. Thanks,Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.
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Judy & Scott, Maryland
Judy & Scott, Maryland
- Guest JLM
- Date of stay 08/03/12
- Review Submitted 08/08/12
The Orcas Tree House is truly a unique home to stay. The views are spectacular with a clear view of the mountains, water, ferry, and wildlife. The home is very comfortable with a well equipped kitchen along with spices, which made it easy to cook. We also enjoyed the music selection, so many CD's to choose from. The atmosphere of the treehouse and the surrounding area makes for a memorable experience you will treasure for a long time.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing.
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Perfect location and Perfect House
Perfect location and Perfect House
- Guest Andrew
- Date of stay 06/29/12
- Review Submitted 07/06/12
We recently stayed here for a long weekend, and couldn't have asked for a better location or house. We travel a good bit, and frequently rent houses through VRBO. This has by far been one of the best. The house was spotless and had everything we could possible need/want...including two very sweet kitties, and was within 10 minutes of Eastsound, Moran State Park, Doe Bay, Orcas Island Pottery, etc. We highly recommend this wonderful Tree House.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with teenagers, age 55+, sightseeing.
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- Guest Carol
- Date of stay 09/07/09
- Review Submitted 06/29/10
What a beautiful home you have up here in the trees! Our family has rented many vacation homes over the years and yours will certainly go down as one of our favorites! We certainly enjoyed ourselves this week, exploring the island, hiking in Moran State Park and traveling to Friday Harbor one day. The highlight of our trip was a whale watching trip we took out of Orcas with Eclipse Charters where we saw 3 pods of orcas, numbering about 85 in all!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Pam and Kevin
- Date of stay 10/03/08
- Review Submitted 06/29/10
Thanks for letting us stay in your beautiful home. It was definitely more than we had imagined. The website does not do justice to the gorgeous views. We loved sitting at the kitchen table, enjoying our morning coffee and watching the ferries. It was really nice to stay in a home where some actually lives. We enjoyed your books and music collection. We cooked quite a bit and the kitchen had everything we needed. This house is obviously very well thought out - the natural lighting (including the skylight in the shower) is SO NICE.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Ulrey Family
- Date of stay 08/23/09
- Review Submitted 06/29/10
Your home is lovely both inside and out! The view is spectacular. All of your beautiful artwork and antiques made your home a perfect vacation get-away!! Thanks for sharing your home and all your advice on things to do and eating places. We all enjoyed our stay.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Susan
- Date of stay 08/04/06
- Review Submitted 06/25/10
“…Christina and I were so happy to have a kitchen so well equipped.”Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest Barbara, Bill and Amanda
- Date of stay 06/19/06
- Review Submitted 06/25/10
“We’re enchanted by your charming home and beautiful setting. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay on our first trip to Orcas. Thanks for opening up your home to others like this. By the way, we love your artwork – the paintings the quilts, stained glass, weavings and pottery. They all make your home very special.”Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
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- Guest Doug and Stacy
- Date of stay 08/12/07
- Review Submitted 06/25/10
“From the setting’s grandeur to the smallest detail, we loved your home! We were in awe from the second we arrived to the moment of now departing. Thanks for sharing your respite with us. Your art is magnificent! I would buy every piece if I could. We hope to return someday, but we’ll always treasure our time here in eternal memories. Our kids loved Gator and Geeza, the deer were precious, the view spectacular! Thank you for the suggestions in our blue book!”Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/1
Rates
May-Sep .. $220/night (2 night minimum) .. $1320/week Oct-Apr .. $190/night (2 night minimum) .. $1150/week You get one FREE night for every 6 nights you rent! 50% of rental cost due a week after reservation as a deposit Rest + tax + $150 damage deposit due a week before you arrive Contact owner for contract and cancelation policy at the phone number listed or via email. accept PayPal and credit cards
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
This owner accepts: Credit cards.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Owner info
Year Purchased: 1997
About the owner: Pam came to Orcas Island 26 years ago, drawn to the beauty and peacefulness of the island, and has been very fortunate to do what she most loves - teaching kindergarten children and painting. She is now a "grand" teacher - teaching children of her former kindergarten students, and you'll find her original, pastel, landscape paintings and quilted wall hangings adorning the walls of the Tree House. Thirteen years ago, Pam got to design and help build this home. While not actually a "tree house" in a tree, the house is perched on a knoll that slopes off on 3 sides. As you look out one of the many windows, you find yourself looking into the trees. The house combines her love of Craftsman-Style bungalows with her desire since childhood to have a tree house of her own. She is excited about getting to share her good fortune in living in such a beautiful place with others.
The Unique Benefits at this House:
As a landscape painter, I love looking at the ever-changing light on the meadow of douglas fir tree tops below me and the water and mountains. This is a very quiet and private perch to watch the eagles, hawks, woodpeckers, swallows and deer from.
Contact us
- Primary: (360) 317-6360 (Washington, USA)
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Photos
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The view from the living room, dining room and master bedroom suite
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French doors to deck from living room
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Kitchen
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Gator Cat
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The house
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Kitchen island to dining room
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King bed in master bedroom
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