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Private Whidbey Island Waterfront Beach Cabin

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What a view from this special cabin.
Remodeled cabin interior.
Cozy cabin furnishings.
Kitchen view.
Love this room!

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Freeland, WA
  • Double Bluff Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Useless Bay
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Mutiny Bay
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunkroom

4 Single Bunk Beds

Lower Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Whidbey Island Waterfront Beach Cabin

Enjoy breathtaking views of Puget Sound, Mount Rainier, the Seattle skyline and the North Cascades from this cozy, two-story beach cabin.

This unique property -- Double Bluff Beach Club -- boasts 200 feet of no-bank waterfront on over three acres of beach. Meander 1/4 mile down a private drive and ascend stone stairs to this piece of paradise perched about the trees.

Soak in summer sun from a gorgeous, custom-built deck, or stroll along a sand and driftwood trail to the water's edge. On an enchanted evening, dine beneath the stars or head down to the fire pit to roast marshmallows, to tell stories and to sing songs around a campfire. Just outside the house is a partially covered patio complete with comfortable furniture, a barbecue grill, a dinner bell, a warm outdoor shower and lots of hooks to hang towels and gear from a memorable day at the beach.

Inside you'll find all the comforts of home coupled with unique Island charm. This top-to-bottom remodel is beautiful, bright, and EVERY room has a view! Curl up on the comfy couch with a good book, play board games around the coffee table or simply kick back, take a nap and relax.

The cabin features gleaming, original 1930's wood floors and a fully stocked kitchen/dining area with granite counter tops, bar stools and all-new stainless steel appliances. The family-friendly living room frames picture windows and just beyond it reside a 3/4 bathroom with a granite vanity, a linen closet and the main floor bedroom with a queen bed, new carpet, a built-in closet and that spectacular view!

Descend the spiral staircase to the bunk room. The kiddos will go crazy over two custom bunk beds and two built-in berths, each with its own storage area and night light. The kids' room is complete with puzzles, games and ample room to play. The lower level also features new carpet, a second bedroom with a queen bed and its own private entrance, and a full bath with an over-sized washer and dryer.

DBBC is located at Double Bluff Beach and County Park, a premier spot for outdoor water sports and activities including fishing, crabbing, clamming, kayaking, kiteboarding, skimboarding and paddleboarding. The cabin is minutes away from grocery shopping in Freeland and the Saturday Bayview Farmer's Market (late Apr-Oct). While you are here, be sure to visit Langley -- South Whidbey's charming, seaside village -- for strolling, shopping, whale watching and dining.

Whidbey Island is a gem, home to magical memories and often referred to as 'the shortest distance to far away.' Many have been inspired and rejuvenated by this place, and year after year they continue to return. Double Bluff Beach Club is no different. We think you will LOVE it here!

Keywords: Beachhouse, Waterfront, Kiteboarding, Family-firendly, Pet-friendly, View

Property manager

Paul Tschetter
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Contact us with questions.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
If no pets we will refund pet fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please pick up and dispose of dog poop.
Please keep kids and pets off the bluff.
If you do not bring pets and you are charged a pet fee, let us know and we will refund.

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Contact us with questions.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Freeland

Located in Freeland, this cabin is in a rural area and on the beach. Mukilteo Lighthouse Park and Port Gamble Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Double Bluff State Park and Possession Point State Park. Blooms and Meerkerk Rhododendron Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Freeland, WA

What's nearby

  • Double Bluff Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Useless Bay - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mutiny Bay - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Double Bluff State Park - 14 min drive - 8.2 km
  • South Whidbey Harbor at Langley - 16 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Everett Station - 60 min drive
  • Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gordon's On Blueberry Hill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dancing Fish Vineyards - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Whidbey Island Bagel Factory - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Whidbey Coffee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Spoiled Dog Winery - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Whidbey Island Waterfront Beach Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Private Whidbey Island Waterfront Beach Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Whidbey Island Waterfront Beach Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Whidbey Island Waterfront Beach Cabin located?

Nestled on the beach, this Freeland cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Double Bluff Beach and Useless Bay. Mutiny Bay and Holmes Harbor are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 159 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 159 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Richard W.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathleen R.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We're in our 70s and no door code aent to us

We never were sent a door code , couldnt get in, so rented another place :( There was no hot tub outside and no warning of all the steps up!!! Elderly people should be warned of the horriblye haul up!!! A tital waste of our money.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whidbey

Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Daren W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Valentines Birthday Family Getaway 2024

Had a Great Family Getaway to celebrate Valentines & my wife's Birthday with all of our kids, and our grandson. This property gives you an absolute front row view of Useless Bay on Double Bluff that does not disappoint! THINGS TO KNOW IN ADVANCE!!!We loved our stay, but this property, but it may not be the best choice for those with mobility issues! This home is literally perched on Double Bluff which gives you incredible views, but this requires that you climb up 54 stairs from the beach parking area to access the main door (41 for the lower level). And once you are in the home, the narrow spiral staircase is the only way to get between the upper & lower levels inside. This is not a negative review, as it felt like we were staying in a large treehouse, but something you need to consider based on your travel group!Our Host Paul was EXTREMELY helpful, responsive, and timely when we had questions/concerns/requests before and during our stay! Thank You Double Bluff Beach Club!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimmy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Beautiful cabin with beautiful views. Thank you for sharing this spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

family trip to Whidbey

This was a great little get away. The views were wonderful, low tides provided time for beachcombing and collecting shells and sand dollars, the fire pit was great to watch the sunsets, the house was comfortable for 4 adults, the owner was responsive to our needs, the steps were a little challenging for us in our 70's but we had young family members to carry our groceries and suitcases! Recommend considering this well located home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous view but takes a hike

The beautiful view was as advertised though packing things up to the cabin takes effort. We enjoyed the deck and grilled twice. If you spent much time in the living room, the furniture wasn't comfortable, but having said that, the queen bed upstairs was very comfortable with a nice view of the water as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Spot

My sister and I wanted to get away together. It had been a few years and this was the perfect place for us to reconnect. It was pleasant and quite a joy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Le S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stormy beach

Beach was fabulous. Home was perfect. The access is up a lot of stairs so you’ll get your steps in 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cabin on the Beach

We take our dog to Double Bluff beach often and have always want to stay at this cabin. It's a beautiful spot with amazing views. Really well set up for our family, and could accommodate a larger group. We loved cooking with the view of the beach and playing games out on the deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location location location

This has to be one of the most beautiful settings on Whidbey. The weather was gorgeous and we spent most of the time on the stunning deck or walking the large expanse of beach. Double Bluff has everything we needed for a fun gathering of friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

michele r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity

I loved staying in an authentic beach house designed with shiplap appearance and a private path to the beach. The view is serene.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views & beach!

This house was perfect for our two families. We had a great time at the beach playing & spent a lot of time on the deck playing games / taking in the views. The access to the property includes a lot of stairs to haul your stuff to the house. Overall we had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Great space! Beautiful view of the water/beach. We enjoyed the outside firepit and patio. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen had everything we needed for our visit. Owner was great to deal with. We’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and great host

Loved the view and location. The host communicated clearly and answered all our questions.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What A Gem

Truly a fantastic stay on Whidbey Island's best kept secret. The location can't be beat! We look forward to another trip at this wonderful cabin. Thank you, Paul!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter weekend - gorgeous beach house

We absolutely loved your beach house - even the grueling steps :) Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Would absolutely stay here again

Amazing beach house stay off Double Bluff Beach, great view and cozy beach house.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Stay at Useless Bay

This is a quaint comfortable cabin that sits above the beach on the side of a hill. The view is lovely, short walk to a sandy beach which is perfect for walks & scenery. For any guests with physical limitations the stairs will be challenging. Inside the house there is a spiral metal staircase to the basement. We preferred not to use it as it didn’t feel stable. There is a door downstairs to the outside, so we used the outdoor stairs to the upper level. We had issues with the heat not working in a section of the house. A message was sent to the manager but this was not resolved before our departure. There is also a bit of a sewer gas smell downstairs so we slept with the windows open. The cleaning fee seems a bit high since we were tasked with stripping beds, starting laundry, dishes & taking the garbage out. The setting is great, beach is fantastic, and it is in a nice area. Stores close by. It was nice size for the 4 of us (2 couples)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

PattiL

Amazing views and perfect deck. The dog beach is very entertaining and our dogs were in heaven!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2023 Whidby Island

We had a great time on the beach. The trail meandered from the parking area out to the water. We were disappointed that the propane tank was empty, so no barbecue. The property was as promised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place, just needs a few things to make it outstanding...

The Double Bluff Beach Club property is excellent, we're already booking another family adventure for July! The proximity to the beach can't be beat, no neighbors anywhere around. High overlook views give a perfect setting for enjoying the scenery. They've got a very cute dog bed and dog blankets w chew toys and other items... excellent touch. The proximity neighborhood is perfect for kids riding bikes (only a portion is 'open' to public, but it's enough for kids to do some laps on smooth asphalt. private drive past signs) The property could use a few items to really make it shine. Seating for meals is limited to the outside deck chairs and table; which isn't a deal if it's nice weather. Otherwise you're sitting at the bar (4 bar seats) or the inside couch. Outdoor table only seats 6. The deck is large, but there's only one small umbrella that only works w the table. A moveable shade umbrella would definitely be an improvement, especially for the Adirondack chairs. Plus side; there are massive trees to that give shade most of the day. The kitchen is equipped but sparse... a few more key items would help: more prep and serving bowls, outdoor bowls for snacks. Some of the supplied items we couldn't find; outdoor foot wash bin, dog bowl for drinking, outside shower wasn't turned on. (we turned on the shower but wasn't much communicated appreciation for saving the owner a trip for the handyman) The outdoor shower is grand; so nice to have a shower and get that incredible view. Unfortunately, shower only produces 'warm' water for some reason; a little cold for younger kids... but warm enough to be tolerable. Refreshing on a hot day for sure. A gate for dogs and kids at the top of the stairs would be a good improvement. Wouldn't recommend the property for families w toddlers, stairs are not perfectly spaced/built so require nimble feet. Deck apron is uneven and easily tripped for young walkers. The lower sleeping area is cute w fun 'cubby' beds for kids... that area is accessed via a spiral stair case; again, not great for newly walking kids. The lower bedroom could use black out shades, as sunrise in the summer is directly into the rooms (5:30am is pretty early for little ones) There's no AirConditioning, but proximity to beach/water provides enough breeze. Parking descriptions don't match the changes made to the property. Updated gravel and parking is a little different, not a big deal but just details.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Respite

The cabin is exactly as advertised. The panoramic views are incredible and the situation tranquil and serene. A direct path across the street leads to a dog-friendly beach and we were able to walk for miles at low tide. The cabin itself is cozy, comfortable, and fairly well-appointed without being luxurious. Simole meals can be prepared in the full kitchen and several dining and take options are available within 10-15 minutes’ drive. For us, it was a perfect place for a much-needed get away and we will look to return. n.b. While it was not a problem for us, this rental is not appropriate for those with even modest mobility limitations. Located on a cliff above the beach, there are MANY steps up to the front door and deck area. Also, the interior stairs are a spiral that is both narrow and steep. Access and check out information was provided a couple days prior to departure, which allowed us to prepare appropriately. The host also provided prior notice of a vendor scheduled to come onsite during one of the mornings of our stay and we were able to adjust our plans accordingly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalya R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thoughtful Beach Front Home

This home was perfect for my husband and I's quiet weekend in Whidbey. Everything was exactly where you would think to find it in the house, from extra blankets to kitchen supplies. Our small dog enjoyed lounging on the deck and hearing all the sounds of the dog park below.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

The of leash dog beach was an incredible place for the whole family to walk & explore. Loved the property as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Paul Tschetter

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Two families purchased this home in late 2012 after meeting through a shared interest in kiteboarding. One of the families lives right here on Whidbey Island. The other family live in Seattle. We love Whidbey Island and especially Useless Bay!

Why they chose this property

Useless Bay is unmatched, and this property is amazing! The remodel was a serious labor of love, but it was well-worth the effort. We had a vision for this dusty old diamond in the rough; we believed it could be updated and enjoyed by future generations of families.

What makes this property unique

The cabin sits perched 40' up on Double Buff, but it still has direct waterfront access. The lot is 200' wide and over 3 acres. It's beautiful! World class kiteboarding can be accessed right in front of the cabin October thru April. The property is literally surrounded by 100s of acres of county and state land where you can explore miles of beach and public tidelands year round.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests