The studio is located just off Wax Orchard Rd SW. A private driveway takes you to the back of our 7 acre property and to the studio in a forested setting. Relax, meditate or take a walk on the forest loop trail. Additional trail across the street takes you around Christianson Pond. We provide maps to the other trails on Vashon Island.
This 385 square foot studio is comfortable and cozy for two. Features a full sized bathroom, Queen size bed with temperpetic topper. Comfortably sized kitchen with stovetop for cooking, microwave oven, toaster oven and mid sized refrigerator. We include coffee, tea, hot chocolate, creamer, oil for cooking and other amenities.
Heating is with soft heat baseboard heaters and a propane fireplace. A flat screen TV is for watching movies. Choose from our DVD library stored in the brown hassock. WIFI is available as well.
Fine woodwork adds a special touch to the space and local art that sets the tone for bird watching. Local birding experts are available to give you a tour by reservation. Vashon boasts 250 species of birds. We also have plenty of deer, raccoons, possum, squirrels and other wildlife.
Owners live on the property. We have two dog s, sheep, chickens (no rooster) which you will see and hear from time to time. Birders and nature lovers will delight in the large covered bird feeding station just outside the front window. Bird watching from the comfort of your bed! There is a fire pit outside for those clear nights to watch the fire and star gaze. Firewood is provided.
We provide maps to all the trails and parks for your exploration. We encourage you to explore this beautiful little island. If you would like to reserve time with a professional Birding Guide we can arrange that for you.
We are 8 min. from our town center with shopping, restaurants, antique and gift shops and entertainment. Our community has a wonderful movie theater, performing art center, music venues and art galleries. Our fabulous farmers market is open 3 seasons a year featuring organic produce raised on our local farms. We also have several wineries a brewery and small distillery. There is a terrific book shop in town featuring used and new books. There are many espresso shops and stands. You may enjoy renting a kayak or paddle board and there is a large marina to accommodate your motor or sail boat. There is a fine 9 hole golf course that welcomes guests as well as a small but well equipped athletic club. But most people come here for the peace, the quite, the wildlife and the natural beauty. We are visited by two orca whale pods often.
No Smoking and No Pets please.
Weekly and monthly discounts.