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Spacious Studio Downtown! (Explorer's Suite)

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An aerial view of a marina with a seaplane docked at the center.
A marina with boats docked, a wooden pier, and a forested hill in the background.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a chandelier. There is a window with a view of a cityscape, and a cabinet with glass doors.
A two-story house with a gabled roof, a front porch, and a front door. There are two American flags on either side of the entrance.
A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a window with a view.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to San Juan Islands Museum of Art
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace
  • Balcony or patio
  • Microwave
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Friday Harbor, WA
  • Place, San Juan Islands Museum of Art
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Whale Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, San Juan Historical Society and Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base)
    ‪18 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

About this property

Spacious Studio Downtown! (Explorer's Suite)

Spacious Studio Downtown. Explorer's Suite (in a 5-unit building). Unit Sleeps 3 people.

The Explorer is one of 5 separate Suites to rent among the Acanthus House. The Explorer is located on the ground floor and equipped with a Queen size bed (an air mattress is also provided in the room) and kitchenette (no oven). This Suite offers a 3/4 bathroom with walk-in tiled shower. It is fully furnished with chairs, new small appliances and an electric fireplace. Wi-fi and a Smart TV is supplied for guests to log-in to their preferred streaming services.

Guests will find that one block from Acanthus Suites will bring you into the heart of downtown Friday Harbor, offering many delicious restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, ice-cream shops and art galleries, all within walking distance. On Saturday mornings the local San Juan Island Farmer's Market is a 5-minute walk from the Acanthus Suites!

Any or all Acanthus Suites can be rented for different group sizes!

The Acanthus House is one of Friday Harbor's first important historic homes. Built in 1913, it was a wedding gift for a wealthy merchant’s daughter. It has been beautifully restored. Located in historic downtown Friday Harbor; only 3 blocks from the ferry dock and Port of Friday Harbor and is an excellent option for those coming to explore the island and have a comfortable place to rest at night.

The internet / Wi-fi at this house should be sufficient for streaming video, phone calls, remote work and video conferencing.
Internet Speed Test Results… Download Speed: 204 Mbps -- Upload Speed: 57.9 Mbps -- Ping: 56 Ms
(Average of three tests that were conducted October 2024)

Parking available to guests.

**The Acanthus House rooms do not have Air Conditioning but do have a fan during summer months.**

**The Acanthus House rooms do not have kitchens or laundry facility but is close to restaurants and a laundromat.**

This Suite has good cell phone reception.

This is a Non-Smoking building.

Please be advised, yard maintenance may occur during your stay.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 999953vb
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
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

About the area

Friday Harbor

Located in Friday Harbor, this apartment is in the city centre. San Juan Golf & Tennis Club and Roche Harbor Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Whale Museum and Labyrinth. Darvill's Bookstore and Jones Island State Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours and other activities like whale watching.
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Friday Harbor, WA

What's nearby

  • San Juan Islands Museum of Art - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Whale Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • San Juan Historical Society and Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lafarge Open Space - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Roche Harbor Marina - 19 min drive - 19.6 km

Getting around

  • Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Orcas Hotel Cafe - ‬54 min drive
  • ‪Salty Fox Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lopez Grind - ‬82 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Downriggers - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Studio Downtown! (Explorer's Suite) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Studio Downtown! (Explorer's Suite)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Studio Downtown! (Explorer's Suite)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Studio Downtown! (Explorer's Suite) located?

Located in the heart of Friday Harbor, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of San Juan Islands Museum of Art, Whale Museum and San Juan Historical Society and Museum. PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center and Lafarge Open Space are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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