Whidbey Island Beach House-Useless Bay

This was our second stay at this home, both times in December and was decorated for Christmas, a plus for my grandchildren. Great place for families. The home is very well furnished.

Our extended family of seven celebrated Thanksgiving at this Whidbey Island home and could not have been happier with the house (spacious, modern, beautifully designed and maintained), the location (right on the water, with a long stretch of beach for walking and views of sunsets, Seattle, Mount Rainier--even in November in the Pacific NW), and the kind hosts, who left a welcoming basket and helpful notes.

The kitchen is a dream for cooks, with great appliances, ample counter top space, cupboards filled with tableware, pots and pans--everything we could ask for.

We didn't need anything else, but two bald eagles flew outside the house every day, one alighting on a tall piece of driftwood right outside the window. It was a wonderful stay.

The back slider did not lock. We would love to have had a hot tub. The kitchen could use a salad spinner. It was nice to have outdoor chairs. All in all it was a very nice clean place to rent with my girlfriends. The sunshine was an extra.

Much better kitchen than you would expect in a vacation rental. Good for foodies

Our family has been staying at this rental for 7 years with the plan to return as long as we can. The design of the home (bedrooms and common areas) is perfect for our family (3 families with children). The home is clean and well-appointed. This allows us to focus 100% our time together exploring the Useless Bay Beach, water fun (paddle board, kayak, beach combing), playing board games, and lots of home cooking. We only left this beach home when we had to re-stock. The kids (10, 12, 13, and 13) even acknowledged that they enjoyed the beach/activities more than being connected to their devices. Victory! This home has provided our family with many wonderful memories, not to mention an incredibly relaxing and stunning setting.