Deer Harbor Lodging: Northwest Island Getaway
For many people the ideal dream vacation takes place on an exotic island. They often go to the Bahamas, only to complain about the insects and sunburn. Why not take the tropics out of your island vacation plans and stay with San Juan Islands vacation rentals instead? Deer Harbor cottages are a comfortable and affordable way to experience the San Juan Islands and Deer Harbor lodging is especially great if you enjoy fishing, sailing and other water-related activities because Deer Harbor is right at your fingertips.
Peace, Quiet, and Historic Architecture
Deer Harbor cottages locate you away from the noise and bustle of the most popular shopping spots, like Eastsound, and instead let you quietly take in the gorgeous Northwest views and enjoy the peaceful island life like a local. Walk around this small town and take some photos of the historic buildings that are still standing from as early as 1880. Take to the water in a way that won't harm the wildlife with Deer Harbor Charters' bio-diesel fueled boat tours and look for Orca whales, Minke whales, bald eagles, otters and more.
Take the Wheel
If you aren't contented with just being a passenger on your tour, Deer Harbor lodging also puts you close to Northwest Classic Daysailing--a small company that offers excursions on their 1940s classic boat the "Aura." Sailing instruction is provided with the price of the trip and you can learn to tie the ropes, steer the boat and manipulate the sails from a certified instructor. Or, for a different kind of tour, check out Magic Air Tours, Inc. Many people sail around the San Juan Islands, but it's a rarer thrill to see everything from above on a biplane aerial tour. If you want the islands without the bustle of shoppers and tourists, Deer Harbor is your ideal vacation spot.