Most Premier Whale Watching Vacation Home on San Juan Island

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Waterhouse from front lawn

Living room surrounded by windows and fireplace

Living room
(fireplace is now Gas, and not wood burning)

Master bedroom, full view of the Water and Olympics

Waterhouse from parking area in the spring

a calm day on the West side of San Juan Island

private cove where the otters play and Orca have known to sleep

Waterhouse from the uphill view in the spring

peaceful sunset from the Waterhouse deck

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Last updated: 09/06/2016

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Minimum stay:1-7 nights

Internet:Yes
Pets considered:No
Wheel chair accessible:N/A

Property description

San Juan Waterhouse

Located on the sunny west side of San Juan Island, with stunning whale watching opportunities, this private, waterfront home offers superb vacation lodging.

Built uniquely close to the shoreline, the Waterhouse is a very secluded island home whose beautiful southwestern views of the Olympic Mountains and the Strait of Juan De Fuca are breathtaking in all seasons. Situated on three acres with 1400 feet of rugged, pristine coastline, the home provides much sought after 'old island' privacy. Enjoy a front row view of the resident Orca whales, which hunt migrating salmon directly offshore and often sleep in the cove.

Custom built with much attention to creative details, enjoy a beautiful stone fireplace (gas flame just recently installed) when ambiance and warmth are the inspiration. The fully equipped kitchen includes a professional Viking stove, a great invitation to the serious chef. A stainless propane BBQ on the deck makes outdoor cooking a breeze.

Multiple French doors, a vaulted ceiling and an open living space floor plan surrounded by windows provide customized comfort, and spectacular water views from all rooms.

There is plenty to do with the rocky coves and a private gravel beach to explore. Tide pooling is excellent. Bring your binoculars because bird watching is superb, with resident Harlequin ducks and the local Bald Eagle 'Rocky'. Watch fox, otter, and deer close by, or pack your favorite beverages, a great book and relax on a sandy haven directly in front of the house. Two well furnished decks with outdoor seating, a picnic table and adirondack chairs also beckon. Small beach fires are allowed if a fire ban is not enforced on the island. Best of all is whale watching as this stretch of shoreline has been identified by a Whale Museum biologist as a feeding area for Orcas. Watch whales pass by from the deck as their family groups come within a few yards of shore, hunting salmon.

Keywords: Spectacular Waterfront, Beautiful custom Home, private, whale watching,

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Property Type

House

Accommodation Type

Vacation Rental

Meals

Guests Provide Their Own Meals

Suitability

Children Welcome

Non Smoking Only

Pets Not Allowed:
Sorry, we have soft floors that scratch easily so we cannot allow pets....more less

Bedrooms: 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 6

Bedroom 1: 1 king
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Bedroom 2: 1 queen
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Bedroom 3: 2 twin/ single
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King size beds (1), Queen size Beds (1), Twin or Single Beds (2) upstairs, off of kitchen with visual privacy but no door. nice room for kids, carpeted, small tv/vcr....more less

Bathrooms: 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom

Bathroom 1: toilet, tub, shower
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Bathroom 2: toilet, tub
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Master bathroom has claw foot tub and a separate shower. Second bathroom has claw foot tub only...more less

Other Amenities

gorgeous 1400 foot shoreline on Straits of Juan de Fuca, spectacular whale watching, sandy fire pit area, unique privacy, lawn to shoreline, sunny deck...more less

Entertainment

CD Player
DVD Player

Satellite / Cable:
New Flat screen TV with Direct TV Service...more less
Stereo

Television
Toys:
some fun toys for young kids...more less
VCR

Theme

Adventure

Away From It All

Family
Romantic

Attractions

Cinemas
Health/Beauty Spa

Live Theater
Museums

Restaurants

Local Services & Businesses

Fitness Center

Leisure Activities

Antiquing
Beachcombing
Bird Watching
Boating

Horseback Riding
Shelling
Shopping
Sight Seeing

Walking
Whale Watching
Wildlife Viewing

Location Type

Beachfront:
1400 feet Waterfront on West side of San Juan Island...more less

Mountain View:
Gorgeous views of the Olympic Mountains...more less

Oceanfront:
1400 feet Waterfront on West side of San Juan Island ...more less
Waterfront:
1400 feet Waterfront on West side of San Juan Island directly on Straits of Juan de Fuca. A full 3 acres of private secluded property includes a sandy area and private gravel beach....more less

Sports & Adventure Activities

Cycling
Fishing
Golf

Hiking
Kayaking
Sailing

Snorkeling/Diving
Swimming
Tennis

Dining

Dining Area

Seating for 6 people

General

Clothes Dryer
Gas Fireplace:
Beautiful stone fireplace with propane flame...more less
Hair Dryer
Heating:
propane ...more less

Iron & Board
Linens Provided
Living Room:
Full view of the Water...more less
Parking:
Parking area is above the house, about 75 feet away. Gravel parking area provided but limited to TWO cars...more less

Telephone
Towels Provided
Washing Machine
Wireless Internet:
WiFi is included...more less

Kitchen

Catering Available:
I can recommend a great caterer...more less
Coffee Maker:
Coffee grinder included. French Press as well....more less
Cooking Utensils
Dishes & Utensils:
everything you need...more less

Dishwasher
Kitchen:
Full Kitchen. microwave, coffee maker, coffee grinder, french press, tea pot, toaster, blender, all ammenities ...more less
Microwave
Oven:
Viking...more less

Pantry Items:
Lots of spices available for your use...more less
Refrigerator:
New Stainless...more less
Stove:
Viking...more less
Toaster

Outside

Deck / Patio:
beautiful private decks well furnished with outdoor seating, a picnic table and adirondack chairs. spectacular views of the saltwater, Olympic Mountains, Vancouver Island, Victoria...more less

Outdoor Grill:
Propane BBQ provided...more less

Rates

Dates	Nightly	Weekly

Summer May 29 - Sep 30, 2016 7 night min stay		$3,400

Shoulder Oct 1 - Oct 31, 2016 2 night min stay	$350
Rates are based on 4 guests; add $40 per night, per additional guest

Winter Nov 1 - Mar 31, 2017 2 night min stay	$290
Rates are based on 4 guests; add $40 per night, per additional guest

Shoulder Apr 1 - May 26, 2017 2 night min stay	$350
Rates are based on 4 guests; add $40 per night, per additional guest

Additional information about rental rates

Fees:

Cleaning/Reset Fee $90 + tax
5th or 6th person/night $40 + tax
Tax Rate 10.57%

Notes:

Two night minimum for 1-4 occupants from October - through May 29th. Three night minimum for groups greater then 4 during same period, and an additional $40/night for a 5th or 6th person. This does does not apply to the summer weekly rates.

Thanksgiving holiday is a four night minimum, Christmas holiday is a six night minimum.

Winter and Shoulder season requires payment upon confirmation of booking. During Summer months, downpayment of 50% is required at confirmation of booking with remaining 50% due 30 days prior to check in.

Owner's cancellation policy:

50% refund for cancellations more than 7 days before check-in date.

100% refund for cancellations more than 14 days before check-in date.

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