Location: Point Roberts, Washington State, USA (23 miles south of Vancouver-home to 2010 Winter Olympics!!) View Map
Accommodations: Home, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8)
WATERFRONT PROPERTY!
PANORAMIC Ocean Vistas of the Gulf Islands and San Juan Islands!
Long stretch of fabulous private swimming beach, great for walking as well! NEW ADDITION TO THE PROPERTY- 6-8 person HOT TUB--overlooking the ocean! Installed October 2008
SALTAIRE is its name!
Location: Point Roberts, Washington, Vancouver , British Columbia: 6 minutes from Canada /25 minutes from the Vancouver airport, and 20 minutes from the shopping malls in Richmond (where major 2010 Olympic competitons will be held / 14 minutes from downtown Vancouver on the new Rapid Transit Line accessed in Richmond or drive 45 minutes by car; this home is only 10 minutes to the Tsawwassen ferry taking you to Victoria, Nanaimo or over to the great variety of beautiful Gulf Islands-you can take your bike instead of a car and cycle on a Gulf Island of your choice or cycle on Vancouver Island!!
Accommodations: Ocean front home facing south 3 bedrooms, one with bunk beds(sleeps 4), one with a King bed, the other with a Queen bed. All three bedrooms will sleep up to 8).
An office with a computer and a colour printer; as well as access to wireless high speed internet service for you to keep in touch with your office, family and friends!
SALTAIRE provides 1900 square feet of great accommodation for 2 to 3 couples or a large family, or two small families- a great design for entertaining with two large patios, one with a built-in barbeque and the other, overlooking the ocean with outdoor speakers for your listening and/or dancing pleasure!! The large patio in the back yard is very private and totally enclosed by a high fence and hedge-excellent for young children.
In the front yard is a grassed area for the children inside the property line and a large grassed bluff area with benches overlooking the ocean- this area leads to a long stretch of beach which has miles of sand bars when the tide is out! FREE USE of two new ocean kayaks with life jackets.
NATURE is all around you, with frequent close up sightings of bald eagles in the trees just beyond the front patio!!! Many other species of birds frequent the area- like blue herons, sea gulls, egrets humming birds and many more! The most thrilling sightings in late spring and summer are the WHALES ! Pods of Orca whales are frequent sightings as well as seals and dolphins playing in the waves often close to the shoreline.
In the evening, with the moon glistening over the water, you will see the glittering lights from cruise ships, as they ply the waters of Juan de Fuca Strait, cruising back and forth from Alaska. And many days one will enjoy watching a flotilla of sailboats in their quest to be first in the marina’s weekly small yacht races!!
INSIDE SALTAIRE-- besides the 3 bedrooms and computer room and 2 bathrooms described above, there is a greatroom with a large natural stone, wood burning fireplace, a spacious living room, with comfortable sofas/chairs , a dining room (seats up to 10 people), a large T.V. with cable , an entertainment system (DVD/VHS), with outdoor speakers.
The serving /preparation bar in the kitchen overlooks the ocean, as does the dining area and living room . Fabulous ocean views from the master bedroom also! This home is excellent for indoor and outdoor entertaining with double French doors to the ocean view front patio!! Please note that there is NO SMOKING inside the home. NO ANIMALS PERMITTED ON PREMISE.
AMENITIES: Large wood burning fireplace, Cable T.V.-one in living room ,another T.V. in master bedroom , Entertainment system with CD/DVD player, VCR, outdoor speakers, piano in living room for the pianist of the group, kitchen with spacious double ovens, microwave, dishwasher, side by side refrigerator with ice maker and filtered water; 4 burner cook top, coffee maker, iron/ironing board. All linens provided including towels for showers, baths, beach towels also; 1 set of binoculars, two new ocean kayaks with life jackets,special waterproof bag for belongings etc.
ACTIVITIES: (nearby or on site)- beautiful 18 hole golf course-Point Roberts Golf Course, with a driving range- only a 5 minute drive; many others within a 10-25 minute drive; Restaurants- an ocean view restaurant- only a 4 minute walk along the beach, other great gourmet restaurants within a 5 to 15 minute drive; Boat charters- an ocean marina only 4 minutes by car: hire a day charter for sightseeing or fishing ; sailing opportunities at the marina; Great biking around Point Roberts to
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Flat screen TV (46") in living room and Flat screen TV(42") in the master bedroom
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Hot Tub: Overlooks the waters of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Gulf and San Juan Islands
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Ceramic cook top, double ovens -combo regular and convection , garburator
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator: Extra fridge in garage attached to house very close to kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Microwave: Roomy microwave for extra casseroles etc.
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Oceanfront
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Walking
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
2010 RATES: SUMMER-- July 1st-Sept.8th- $2300.00 per week (ONE WEEK MINIMUM)
**RENTAL DEPOSIT of $900.00US payable upon booking; final payment due
60 days prior.Discount for 3-4 wk rental ***for Canadians-Canadian $$ at par
** Sept 8TH-October 8th-$1800.00 per week/October 9th-May 31-$1600.00 per wk
June 1st-June 30th -$1900.00.00 per week/*Damage deposit required
*Note: State tax is 10.5% additional for any rental less than 1 month
as required by Washington. Note-Maximum 8 people
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 Point Roberts
This vacation home is a great location, overlooking the Juan de Fuca Strait, with views of the San Juan Islands, as well as some of the Gulf Islands, in the Gulf of Georgia. There are many interesting sites of many species of birds flying by and landing on the trees down the bluff in front of this home-bald eagles, geese, blue herons etc.; cruise ships , both day and night, cruise by the home, giving a magical quality to the view; weekly sightings of sailboats from the nearby Marina, provide excitement as they race by in pursuit of winning the race.
The short walk to the expansive beach, is advantageous when one wishes to walk for miles on the sandbars; one can have a swim on a hot summer's day in the very clean, clear ocean water; a person can enjoy kayaking with family or friends in our 2 ocean going kayaks. There are many different walks around Point Roberts to keep one in shape, not far from the house. A great getaway location with nature and beauty all around you, in a peaceful setting.
Owner's Map of Point Roberts
We have spent many wonderful times with family/friends at this oceanfront property the home is set up for outdoor entertaining with large patios at both the front and the back of the home-the front patio has a spectacular view of the San Juan and Gulf Islands;from this area it is a very short walk to the beach, the back patio is completely enclosed and is safe for young children and level so that children can play with their wagon or tricycle. There is an expansive set of floor to ceiling windows in the dining room, kitchen/living room, and master bedroom. The large stone fireplace is very inviting on a cool winter, spring or fall evening With a crackling fire, quiet music, and a good book , it is a very relaxing place to be.
Property Photos
- View from front patio - Washington State Vacation Rental
- Living Room and Dining Area - Washington State Vacation Rental
- Master Bedroom - Washington State Vacation Rental
- Ocean view from master bedroom
- Interior view fireplace/piano
- View of Outdoor Patio
- Beach view
- Sunset from the front patio
- Bald Eagle viewed from living room and patio
- Exterior front view of house
- Hot Tub overlooking Juan de Fuca Strait
- Kyacking at sunset off Crystal Water Beach
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