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Sunlight Beach Getaway - sleeps 8, beachfront getaway on Useless Bay

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Looking south towards Seattle and a peak at the top of Mt Rainier
Terrace/patio
Beautiful new deck for summer of 2025!
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Clinton, WA
  • Place, Useless Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Marguerite Brons Memorial Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, South Whidbey Harbor at Langley
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Beds

1 Single Bunk Bed

Lower Level - Queen

1 Queen Bed

Top Floor - King

1 King Bed

Top Floor - Queen

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Entry Level Shared Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Top Floor Shared Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sunlight Beach Getaway - sleeps 8, beachfront getaway on Useless Bay

Your family will LOVE spending vacations at Sunlight Beach on Whidbey Island! It is the ultimate in experiencing and enjoying the beauty of the Puget Sound. Wake up to stunning sunrises, soaring eagles, water & mountain vistas in this 4 bedroom/2 bath, 3 level beach house, just steps from your private beachfront. Vaulted ceilings, large beach front deck, gas BBQ grill, games, puzzles, and endless gorgeous scenery. Enjoy a morning walk on the beach, go paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming, crabbing, beachcombing, or just sit back and relax on the deck while watching the big ships pass by, the tide going out, horses running on the tide flats and the eagles swooping to catch their breakfast. The days feel endless while you explore the treasures of Whidbey Island, visit the Farmer's Market in Bayview, shop in Langley, or stay right where you are and play on the beach. Very easy access to Clinton-Mukilteo ferry landing (10 minutes) or take a scenic drive around over Deception Pass.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We welcome children but we are on the water.
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Events

No events allowed
Maximum of 6 guests on the property at any time.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We have provided a guest information guide at the house

Important information

You need to know

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Maximum of 6 guests on the property at any time.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Clinton

Located in Clinton, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Mukilteo Lighthouse Park and Port Gamble Historic Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Spoiled Dog Winery and Island Greens Golf. Blooms and Whidbey Island Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Clinton, WA

What's nearby

  • Useless Bay - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marguerite Brons Memorial Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • South Whidbey Harbor at Langley - 15 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Whidbey Island Center for the Arts - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Boeing Everett Factory - 57 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Everett Station - 56 min drive
  • Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jupiter Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jet Java - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dancing Fish Vineyards - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Braeburn At The Barnyard - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunlight Beach Getaway - sleeps 8, beachfront getaway on Useless Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sunlight Beach Getaway - sleeps 8, beachfront getaway on Useless Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunlight Beach Getaway - sleeps 8, beachfront getaway on Useless Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunlight Beach Getaway - sleeps 8, beachfront getaway on Useless Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunlight Beach Getaway - sleeps 8, beachfront getaway on Useless Bay located?

Nestled on the beach, this Clinton holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Useless Bay and Marguerite Brons Memorial Park. Double Bluff Beach is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keely S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing week in Whidbey Island!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location for a getaway! Right on the beach with amazing views! The house is comfortable with large open living/dining/kitchen area that opens to a beautiful deck with grass to the rockery that drops down to the beach. The beds are comfortable and the kitchen is well stocked with all the necessities. Patti was a great host and communicator as well. This is a great location to stay with easy access to Langley, Coupeville, Fort Casey and South Whidbey beaches. We definitely recommend Sunlight Beach Getaway and will return in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning views!!!

Wonderful floor plan for small group and views for miles! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2023
Thank you Naomi - we look forward to hosting you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Orlin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beachfront House

Great house. Great caretaker. Great neighbors. Great beach. Kids had a blast beach combing, paddleboarding and playing on the beach. Beautiful views and setting.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2021
Thank you for taking the time to write a review Orlin - we truly appreciate it! So happy to hear you and your family had a nice stay at the beach. Sounds like you had great weather to take advantage of all of the water activities just steps from the house. We hope you are able to come back and enjoy the beach again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whidbey Getaway

Great location, perfect being right on the shore front. Kids kayaked, fished, rock hounded and walked out as far as the low tide would allow counting tons of sand dollars. House was very clean and had the main comforts that we needed. Enjoyed the patio with all the outdoor furniture!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay at Sunlight Beach. Hope you can come again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beach house paradise

The location on Sunlight Beach is one of Whidbey’s best. The sunsets, ever changing tides and community vibes all create a magical destination for a weekend away. The house itself is aging but well equipped. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Dec 2020
Thank you for taking the time to write a review Emily! We hope you enjoyed your stay at the house and time on the beach. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage on the beach - can’t beat the location!

Perfect for our family trip of all ages (grandparents to toddlers). The house is cute and well appointed for a group to be comfortable. Sand toys, chairs, etc. we would come back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori H.

Great Stay

We had a great stay. We really lucked out on a perfect weather weekend which made it wonderful. The view is fantastic. The bedrooms are good sized. We had really low tides which was really fun so good time of year. The playroom is really great even though we didn't really use it. It could use some newer updated skillets to use. The living room space is a little small for a family of 6 or 7 and with kids, but we made it work fine. When it's nice out your busy outside most of the time anyway. We would definitely rent again. The landlords check in with you which is really great. Thank you Susan.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you Lori for your response. I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at the beach! Thank you for giving us feedback so we can make it as wonderful as possible for or future guests! New skillets will be there soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What dreams are made of! Beach

This cozy beach front house was perfect for our family of 6 this Thanksgiving week. Four bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a bonus room were well loved and used by girls ages 18-10. View was the BEST part, with easy beach access a 2nd... on stormy and sunny days you can see Mt. Rainier peeking out and a tiny Seattle skyline! Enjoyed Netflix, oven, coffee maker, lotsa gadgets and other household essentials like hair dryer, plenty of towels, soccer ball & board games. I have been wanting to stay on sunlight my whole life, quiet beach front, pristine! Would love to come back in summer to enjoy the large outdoor dining patio. Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review. Always enjoy hosting you and your family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhuel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Five good days at Sunlight Beach

We really enjoyed good family time at the beach on Whidbey Island celebrating my wife’s birthday. Except for smoke from forest fires some distance from Whidbey Island obscuring vision, we enjoyed watching the ships pass, the gulls performing, an occasional eagle soaring past, and herons fishing in the shallow bay. We had two of the family who have disabilities and were disappointed when the owner switched the cable tv to the Basic plan without informing us. We thought the cable box needed reprogramming and spent a half day trying to contact xfinity tv who, when we finally got a live person, told us that everything was what the owner wanted. Other than that, everything was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location and Views

This home is an ideal place for a small group with amazing beach views and access to the low tides of Useless Bay. While some of the amenities and furnishings are a little dated, everything works and the home provided an outstanding location for our nearby family reunion.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded our expectation. Beautiful View. Love it!

We absolutely loved the rental. Very Clean and cozy. The deck and the view was beautiful. I cant wait to go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Dixie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for family

The house is older but well cared for. The location is excellent and so is the outdoor space. We didn’t find the lowest level until day 2 so be sure to check the little door by the laundry - it leads down to a great family space!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunlight beach getaway is exactly t!

Lovely beach, older home well maintained, our family had a very nice time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2021
Thank you for your review Mary! We are so happy to hear you had a nice stay at Sunlight Beach. Come back and visit us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely beach house!

Our family really enjoyed our stay here. Useless Bay/Sunlight Beach is a very child friendly location because the waves and gentle and the water isn’t super deep. The house is well appointed and our elementary school aged kids loved the family room, too. We will be back! =)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2021
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our Sunlight Beach Getaway. So glad your family enjoyed their stay. Look forward to hosting all of you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous beach house

This was our second stay at this house and we loved it just as much. Incredible location, and clean and well appointed house. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2021
We are so happy you were able to stay at the house again Sarah! Glad it is such a good fit for you and your family. We hope you can come back and stay with us again soon. Thank you so much for the review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best House on the Beach!

We've been staying in this area for years and this is our new favorite house! It was a great fit for our family with teens, tweens and younger kids with plenty of space for all of us to gather and to have time away from each other... (wink!). The beds were comfortable and the house was stocked with supplies. Plus, the location can't be beat.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2021
So happy to hear you had such a good time at the house Katie! Glad it was such a good fit for everyone. With three levels there is definitely plenty of space to have some quiet time. We hope you are able to make it back to the beach soon. Thank you for your review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Getaway

Cozy space with the beach right out the back door. My girls were thrilled finding many sand dollars.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2021
So glad you and your family enjoyed your stay at the cabin Sean! Thank you for your review. We hope you can come back and stay soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Waterfront gem

Such a great little spot. Water fills your view from the living/dining area and the wonderful patio/deck is steps from the beach, so all your waking hours are oriented around the bay view. The bay is beautiful and always changing and the house fit the needs of this 5-person family perfectly, with plenty of bedrooms, but still a cozy, intimate feel. We'd love to visit again sometime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Gorgeous expansive view, sandy beach and charming beach cottage

We had a fantastic stay. This was a perfect place and location for our 2 families(and 3 toddlers) total. The kids had a great time digging in the sand and playing with driftwood while we relaxed, played cornhole and went SUPing on Useless Bay. How cool to see people on horseback riding across the flatlands at low tide! Within short driving distance of cute stores and Whidbey Doughnuts, host Sara was friendly and responsive. Very clean space, toys and pantry items were also helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

We had an amazing time! Strongly recommend!

We loved the layout of the house. Beautiful ocean view from the living room. Wonderful deck out back was perfect! We will be back!! ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you Wendy and family. We are so very happy you enjoyed your stay on Sunlight Beach! It’s wonderful to hear! Hope you do come stay again! Happy Autumn 🍂�, Sara and Family
Verified

4/10 Poor

joan m.

great location, house needs work, too many problems

We rented this house for 8 days for a sister's reunion, so there were 5 adults staying there--and two who live on Whidbey that came over for dinner etc There is ample parking for 3 SUV's. The location is terrific with fabulous views. The next door neighbors were great. One of the bathrooms is very nicely redone. The deck is large with lots of good furniture. The owner kindly let us check in early. Beyond these items we had a lot of issues. The entry level has 2 bedrooms and a VERY small bathroom. The tub/shower surround was old, tired and moldy. The water pressure was very poor. There was NO ELECTRICAL OUTLET and initially the owner directed me to use the bedroom outlet. When I explained that my waterpik did not work in a bedroom, and a bedroom with no mirror made blowdrying/styling my hair impossible, and there was a reason we had booked a home with 2 full bathrooms, she credited us $25 a day. The next level up is a large room with kitchen, dining table and FP seating area. The dining table seats 8 (we are small people and 10 would have been quite uncomfortable). And it is the only table in the house so we were unable to do our traditional jigsaw puzzles--even though the house has a supply of them. The kitchen is OK with a big island but minimum serving dishes and no tupperware type storage at all.. The seating area only seats 4 adults comfortably---more if you like sitting on a cement hearth or lining up on the one couch. The next level up has 2 bedrooms and a newly redone very tight bathroom. 1 bedroom with king bed has no closet. The firepit is a divot in the sand. When we went to use the BBQ we discovered no propane and a tank so old it was illegal. It cost $54 to buy the house a new one for which we were reimbursed with a sorry for the inconvenience. We were just grateful the propane place was still open! We battled ants every day in the kitchen and both downstairs bedrooms. The owner says everyone on the beach has ants. The umbrella on the deck does not tilt so prime afternoon/early evening relaxing and dining at the very nice table is impossible unless you like sun glaring in your eyes. This is the 4th beach house I have rented on Whidbey and I believe this house is seriously overpriced. The owner always responded quickly, but that did not help much.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tere S.

Magical beachfront paradise in the PNW!

What an incredible stay we had at Sara's place! The house is well-appointed and we had everything we needed for an incredibly relaxing time. There are many thoughtful touches like high quality linens and well-stocked cooking supplies. The house is also quite clean and comfortable. The outside area is an absolute dream - we were on the beach every night, either running on the banks of sand or making a fire for yummy s'mores! And Sara was an incredibly gracious host - very responsive and genuinely kind. What are you waiting for? Go make some amazing memories in this wonderful beach cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Paradise

This location and home was paradise for my family (3 kids under 7). Sarah was fantastic/responsive as well. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin T.

Thanksgiving on the Beach

We fully enjoyed our stay on Whidbey. We booked it for my family over the Thanksgiving holiday. It was the perfect size for three couples and two kids. The kids loved the beach and the large selection of games and puzzles. Being it Thanksgiving, we did come prepared with a few specialty kitchen items, but the house is well equipped for any typical meal. We had such a relaxing time on the beach when the sun came out and by the fireplace in the evenings.

About the host

Hosted by Patti Schuller

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We are five siblings, 3rd generation owners. Our grandparents built this cabin in 1962 after searching for the perfect spot for their vacation home. Growing up, we were blessed to visit this amazing place every summer. Many amazing family vacations and celebrations have been had here, making some of our fondest memories. We are all married now with children of our own, who are now making wonderful memories on beautiful Sunlight Beach. It is a very special place for us and we are excited for it to become a special place for you and your family as well!

Why they chose this property

This is one of the best spots on the beach! There are beautiful views from both the front and back of the property and it is right on the beach. Just a few steps and a short staircase to get to the sand. Bonfires and s'mores on the beach, walking tide flats for what seems like miles, collecting seashells, watching the Eagles fly above you, clam digging, crabbing, sand castle or fort building, Bocce ball on the lawn, whatever your mood. It's a place where both adults and children will fall in love.

What makes this property unique

Right on the water, beachfront access, and views in every direction. Short drive to the town of Langley known for it's art, historic buildings, boutiques, casual and fine dining with views of the sound, and fabulous bakeries and coffee shops.

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