What can I say about this place!
1 - Kind, attentive host who loves her job and it affects how she does it.
2 - PERFECT location for a romantic weekend, comfortable location between hikes, bird-lovers, nature-lovers etc. Rural but still close to restaurants, lots to see nearby, but quiet and meditative. INCREDIBLE view directly from your room.
3 - The room. There is nothing you could think of that the owner has not. Beautiful bed with real furniture, I didn't even roll over. Big tv, internet access for you to login to your Netflix etc. Minifridge, Keurig, waters, snacks. Full bathroom with jetted tub and heated floors, open concept beautifully tiled roomy shower. Private balcony. Little table for meals. But again - the view - giant windows looking in two directions directly over the little inlet and over to Canada. Blinds that you can open from top or bottom for privacy while still letting in light.
4. Breakfast area is as professional and stocked as a large nice chain hotel - waffle iron, fruits, a fridge of juices, creamers, etc. Icemaker.
5. Swim-spa. This was important! We hiked hurricane ridge and..I'm 41 and not in my best form right now. It was a BEAUTIFUL day, inspiring hike I would consider a "must do". But to be able to come back to the hotel and enjoy a hot tub with jets was so nice. This is the very large kind you can turn a strong jet on to swim laps against. Let me just tell you putting those extra strong jets on shoulders was FABULOUS.
6. Across the street is a field of lavender & cows. Looked like a nice area to go for a walk.
7. The game park nearby has buffalo, llamas & grizzlies. Retired animal actors. Gentle Ben was filmed there.
8. Almost forgot - there is beach access as well on property. As if you needed more, right?
Thank you so much Deanna! I'm only sorry I didn't get to meet your dog. Hope to make another trip out sometime and stay there again : ).