Enjoy longer vacations and weekend or holiday getaways at this Whidbey Island waterfront home near Maxwelton Beach on Useless Bay (60 waterfront feet of beach frontage). The home faces west towards the Olympic Mountains & daily sunsets. Just a few steps off the back yard you can walk for miles in either direction on no bank beaches and dig clams on the 3,000 front feet of tidelands (owned by the homeowner). At low tide, enjoy a sandy beach for up to 700 yards directly in front of the house. The location is ideal for Puget Sound fishing, crabbing, hiking, biking, golfing, and shopping in charming island towns. The boat launch is nearby. Enjoy all the comforts of home in the fully equipped kitchen complete with range, oven, microwave and dishwasher (induction cooktop), separate laundry room and wireless Internet. Each bedroom has its own TV as well as a 42” TV in the main living room. The home is a perfect setting for beach fire memories cooking smores and is gated for the safety of young children and pets from possible traffic.
Commute: The home is located seven miles from the Clinton-Mukilteo ferry landing. The ferry generally runs every 30 minutes on the hour from 6 am to midnight (however, please check the ferry schedule for specific times).
Boat: A boat launches can be found throughout Whidbey Island. A canoe is available on site for use upon complete release of liability.
Golf: Island Greens – A famous 9 hole custom built par 3 course that is very kid and dog friendly located less than one mile away from the home on French Road. Useless Bay Golf and Country Club – An 18 hole private golf course/club that provides reciprocal access available for private club members. Holmes Harbor – 18 hole public golf course located approximately 7 miles from the home.
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Try to keep Sand out of house. Please keep sand off the deck. Rinse feet and shoes using faucet by garage. Dry mop hardwood floors daily:)
Protecting beach side lawn. Please pay yard games on beach or on the entry side lawn. Please have dog use entry side yard or offsite to urinate
Fires. Please no fire in house fireplace. All fires must be on the beach only. Use fire container (found in shed) during bans. Keep beach clean:)
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Property # 248182ha
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the neighborhood
Clinton
Located in Clinton, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the beach. Mukilteo Lighthouse Park and Port Gamble Historic Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Whidbey Island Center for the Arts and Blooms. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Angel of the Winds Arena or Funko Field. Jet skiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Hong Kong Gardens - 11 min drive
Dairy Queen - 11 min drive
Jet Java - 10 min drive
Dancing Fish Vineyards - 14 min drive
Hansgrill - 118 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Whidbey Island Beach Front Vacation Home pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Whidbey Island Beach Front Vacation Home?
As of May 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whidbey Island Beach Front Vacation Home on May 11, 2026 start from $1,004, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Whidbey Island Beach Front Vacation Home?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Whidbey Island Beach Front Vacation Home?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Whidbey Island Beach Front Vacation Home located?
Nestled on the beach, this Clinton vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Maxwelton Beaches, Island Greens Golf, and Useless Bay. Deer Lake and Marguerite Brons Memorial Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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We LOVED our stay. This house is absolutely beautiful, incredibly comfortable and fully stocked, with the most stunning views of the bay and the Olympic peninsula. Being right on the water, we were able to walk the beach every morning and every evening. It was a perfect stay. This may be our new Whidbey Island getaway spot!
This home was so lovely! We absolutely loved our stay and would book again in a heart beat. I gave 4 stars for cleanliness only because there seemed to be some remnants of dog/cat hair on the floors, otherwise super clean and so well appointed!
Wonderful weekend with family and friends at this beautiful home. This is the second time we’ve stayed here and it did not disappoint. Kitchen is well appointed, house is perfectly decorated and beach is right at your back door. Will be back for sure!
What a beautiful stay in this clean, well appointed home. Absolutely loved the house, beach and all the memories we created. I can’t think of one thing I would change. They had everything we needed. Beds and pillows were cozy. Communication was great. We stay on Whidbey every summer and this may be our new go-to home.
Our stay was great! It was exactly what we were looking for. A nice little getaway right on the beach. We look forward to staying again in the future. Thank you, Ror & Lori
This is our 4th stay at Ella’s and again our expectations were exceeded. Everything you need to have all rolled up into a perfect location with even better views. Ror and his family takes care of you from start to finish.
This property was beautiful, comfortable and peaceful. Exploring the beach at low tide was a highlight and we were grateful to be able to borrow boots! Thank you!
This was our 4th year here and I think it’s become a family tradition. Our 5 year old granddaughter is already asking when we can go back to the Adventure House.
As usual it had everything we needed including 2 bikes and a canoe.
Just perfect from check in to check out. Ror had this home set up for a couple like my wife and I or for 12 person groups, with one of everything plus much much more. Great location and beach to explore. Too many eagles to count flying by and wonderful beach fires. We’ll be back again for our fourth stay.
My friends and I had a wonderful stay at Ella's Beach House last weekend. The house is so well appointed. Super clean, comfortable and the views are spectacular! Ror and Lori are amazing hosts. We are definitely coming back!
The private community beach was just what we needed. Relaxed right away and had a full week of sun and breeze. We hosted a barbecue on the spacious deck for a few family members and all were impressed. The comfortable beds and lovely interior helped us enjoy.
I cannot say enough about how great a home this is. We had 8 family members, and we were all easily accommodated. A great location, solidly-built beach cottage vibe, wonderful kitchen and great room, and sunsets over the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains that you have to see to believe. We will definitely book it again
Repeat visit. This house is just amazing. I return for the art - such a compliment to the view. My family loves it for the location, ease and amenities. This is one of the best stocked houses you’ll find. The owners obviously stay there a lot and are gracious to allow vacationers to enjoy their lovely spot and home. Thank you again!!
Perfect spot for an easy getaway from Seattle. Everything about our stay was perfect. Our kids were able to do remote learning and would run out back door to play on the beach during breaks and after "school." House was clean, well stocked, and the communication with the owner was the best I've experienced in all my rental experiences. Thank you for sharing your wonderful home with us!
Tamara A.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 26, 2020
Wonderful tenant, A+.
About the host
Hosted by Ror and Lori Simpson
Our family purchased this home in 2006 because we fell in love with Whidbey when visiting with friends.
Why they chose this property
This property is our home and if you want a rental that is loved by its homeowners then this property is a perfect match for you. Our neighbors are our friends and will be inviting to you. We ask our guests to respect our home and we will do our best to insure the property is in perfect condition when you arrive.
What makes this property unique
Very high quality finishes, linens and furnishings make this Whidbey Island rental uniquely high end.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests