A private and quiet single story much loved beach house, right on the water, brand new carpets. Comfortable beds and linens. Lovely water views, walk on the beach!

2 bedrooms with 3 queen beds, located directly on the water on Holmes Harbor next to Freeland Park, Whidbey Island, with a vivid and relaxing water view and 40 feet of no bank waterfront. One bathroom, one master bedroom with a queen bed and window and another bedroom with two large picture windows and two queen beds. Closet space and sunlight in both bedrooms. A fresh sea breeze seaside feeling pervades the whole house.

We’ve been renting the beach house out to friends and neighbors for 15 years and have lots of return customers, with over 300 positive reviews on VRBO and another popular website. Lovely gardens surround the house in this quiet residential neighborhood, walking distance from groceries and shops. This is a family friendly beach rental; decor is casual cozy and homey, reflecting a traditional family beach house.

2 hours north of Seattle; by ferry, 15 minutes from the Clinton Whidbey Island ferry. Rates vary seasonally and with holidays, please check listing. Peaceful and quaint classic “Baby Beach” Whidbey getaway.

2 bedrooms with 3 queen beds; one master bedroom with one queen bed, and second bedroom with two queen beds. One full bathroom with soaking bathtub, sink, shower, toilet. Single story separate house all to yourself. Living room, full kitchen, and dining area with water views from two large oak tables. Neighboring houses are often empty, discreet, quiet, and non intrusive.

We appreciate communication around your arrival and departure times as it helps us with cleaning and making the place spotless for your arrival. Check in is 3 pm and check out is 11 am.

Baby high chair, toys, piano, fan, and air purifiers included. We have DVD viewing available with tons of fun old school DVDs to choose from, watch on a large flat screen TV, yet no cable or satellite TV service for a “island getaway" feel. You can watch movies on the DVD player or stream internet with a cable attached to your device on the large screen.

We have Sonos speakers- download the app and stream your music from your device. Our CD music collection can be played on the boom box or on the DVD player through the TV speakers.

For sports events on TV, stream on your device on internet or visit one of the many local sports pubs such as China City, Village Pizzeria, Prima Bistro, Taproom, or Wifire which show games.

Eagles soar overhead while you cozy up to the wood burning stove on our comfy sectional couch with a grand view of the water. Clamming, fishing, whale watching are all nearby. We call it Baby Beach since it is the perfect place for kids and dogs to play safely, and has a quiet innocence and old Whidbey charm. Two large oak tables at the picture windows afford a lovely water view of the harbor while you do puzzles, socialize, make art, read, or work on your laptop.

The deck is the ideal place to read, talk, and relax on our lawn furniture as you view passing wildlife: deer, rabbits, seals, eagles, hummingbirds, and sea otters regularly grace our shores. Watch them from our comfortable couch next to the wood stove with a piano, books, videos and music to share, plus a fully stocked kitchen.

Coffee makers (automatic drip, cone, french press and stove top espresso maker), toaster, microwave, glassware, ceramic dishes, table cloths, place mats, utensils, sandwich grill, waffle maker, and we have a blender. Ice trays in the freezer, oil, salt, pepper, spices all provided. Both propane Gas grill and charcoal grill provided.. or toast marshmallows in the wood fire pit in the garden… Sip coffee on the porch overlooking the water. Firewood available.

Freeland "downtown" is a 10 minute walk away - Payless grocery store with fabulous deli, organic foods, and bakery... antique shops, restaurants, bars, and bookstores nearby, and a public park with playground and a boat dock, plus famous Double Bluff beach (off leash for dogs!) is 5 minutes away. Ours is a quiet private street on the water. The Goose Grocery in Bayview, Clinton Food Mart, and Star Store Langley are all a 5-10 minute drive away. Earth Sanctuary and Fare Market are all close by.

A recent review gives a great feel for our details:
" I have been a vacation house visitor for about 25 years and this beautiful Whidbey island home is BY FAR the most enchanting and rejuvenating place I've ever been. So many details are attended to which makes the house seem warm and 'lived-in' and lends to the immediate feeling upon arriving that you have just come home. After unpacking and finding a comfortable place to sit, breathe and take in the view of the harbor, I could feel the stress drain from my body and mind. We only had 2 nights to be in that serene environment but it had such an impact on all of us that it felt more like a week...now THAT'S getting your money's worth! The home is walking distance (10 minutes) to thrift & antique stores, as well as the grocery store that has an amazing organic section and some of the most lovely seafood you will find in a tiny town, anywhere. We grilled some Copper River salmon and veggies one evening on the bbq provided (bring your favorite charcoal!) and we couldn't wipe the smiles off our faces the entire meal. We also walked up to one of the local restaurants for lunch and had a couple good sandwiches and salads but I would definitely recommend buying food and spending as much time at the beach house as possible because it's much more affordable than eating in town and you really won't want to be anywhere else for long during your stay. Definitely set out on a stroll at low tide so you can take in all of the gorgeous rocks & shells that adorn this quiet little beach. The morning sunlight is best and the water is calm because there's not much wind, which can kick up quite a bit off the harbor in the evening time so be sure to bring warm clothes if you're planning an outdoor fire. Although, if you've got a toasty fire going in the wood stove, the sound of the wind and the waves is truly a deeply calming experience not to be missed. The photos on the VRBO website are entirely accurate although the modest listing description left us delightfully surprised by all this wonderful beach home had to offer. If you've missed your opportunity to book your time away here this year, I HIGHLY recommend booking now for next year so that you can have the pleasure of staying at one of the most enjoyable vacation stays you'll ever find.'

15 minutes drive from the Clinton ferry to Seattle. Easy parking in our driveway. Key access and address will be sent to you three days before check in. Please be aware that all water sports, including swimming, wading, and all beach and water activities are at your own risk. Water conditions on any body of water, including this harbor, can change rapidly, especially in winter months. Even if the water appears calm, be aware that winds can alter and currents and tides can change. Please consult Whidbey tide charts and weather apps before any outdoor activities, and children should always be supervised. Safety First!