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Perfect location to relax, unwind, renew and enjoy San Juan Island

Family-friendly holiday home in Friday Harbor with an outdoor pool

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Deck w propane 5 burner grill. 1 filled propane tank provided per stay
Back deck w firepit. 1 filled propane bottle provided per stay.
Peak a boo view of Spiden Island from expansive back deck
Birds eye view of home & where it's situated to the water. No access that  beach
Desk, Dining room with dining table, seats 6

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7153.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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  • Place, San Juan Islands Sculpture Park
  • Place, Roche Harbor Marina
  • Place, Wescott Bay
  • Airport, Friday Harbor, WA (FRD)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Perfect location to relax, unwind, renew and enjoy San Juan Island

Kittiwake Getaway is the perfect location to relax, explore and enjoy San Juan Island. Just minutes from Roche Harbor Resort! Relax in the sunny and bright living room with great natural light to take in natures surroundings or to just relax after a long day of sightseeing. Entertain in the fully equipped kitchen with bar seating and plenty of space for meal prep. Enjoy the expansive deck looking out to Speiden Island with propane BBQ and propane firepit table - the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of the San Juan’s.

Kittiwake Getaway is very private on nearly an acre and is just minutes from Roche Harbor (heated pool open to Roche Harbor Resort guests and the public, you, for a daily fee paid at the pool- chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.rocheharbor.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2024-Pool-Schedule-and-rates-1.pdf,) and Westcott Bay is only 15 minutes from Friday Harbor.

**I do provide a ring security camera that covers the driveway, parking area, and entrance to the home.**

There is vinyl plank flooring in the great room and bedrooms, and primary bathroom and tile flooring in the hall bathroom and kitchen. There are lots of windows that let in the natural sunlight in the living room.

The spacious kitchen has granite countertops and stainless appliances. There is both a traditional Cuisinart coffee maker as well as a Keurig with frother, French press, 4 slice toaster, vitamix blender, hand held blender, hand held mixer, salad spinner, crock pot, rice maker, large electric griddle and an electric kettle. The dining area has seating for 6 and there is also bar seating for 2. There is plenty of space to enjoy board games or to work on a puzzle. If you can’t unplug, the home does have a desk, StarLink wireless internet service and offers good cell phone reception.

Kittiwake Getaway offers 3 bedrooms with well-appointed sleeping for 6. The primary bathroom has an attached full ensuite with a large shower surrounded by glass enclosure and is stocked with plush linens, shampoo and conditioner, bath and facial bar soaps and body gel. The same amenities are provided in the other bathroom. There is a king size bed in one of the other bedrooms and a queen size bed in the other. There is also a queen size air mattress available for a 7th guest, provided upon request, which is considered a 4th bed. It can be easily placed in the living room. Kittiwake Getaway does allow up to 7 guests. There is an additional fee for the 7th guest. Please see other listing details.

The expansive deck with a peekaboo view of the ocean across to Speiden Island offers a dining table with seating for 6, propane firepit table and propane barbeque grill (1 filled propane bottle for each provided) and is a great place to relax and unwind from a day's adventure, or to enjoy the serenity of the surroundings which include beautiful madrona, fir, and evergreens and abundant wildlife such as deer, eagles, native birds and fox.

Kittiwake Getaway is just 1 1/2 miles from Roche Harbor Resort Pool available to Roche Harbor Guests and the public (you) for a daily fee. The pool is seasonal and occasionally closed to the public so be sure to check what the availability is during the dates you stay.

**Dog** Friendly! We allow up to 2 dogs with an additional fee per dog per stay. Please see other listing details. VRBO does not provide the ability to add and pay for more than 1 pet at this time. Please let me know if you are bringing 2 dogs so I can send you the Pet Fee request for the second dog. No other pets are allowed.

While traveling it is often difficult to anticipate what the accommodations will consist of when you arrive. At “Kittiwake Getaway”, every effort has been made to provide an inviting “home away from home”. I have not skimped during the process of supplying the home with sundries, kitchen/ household items, appliances, and cookware. The home is meticulously cleaned between bookings. You can feel confident that every effort will be made to make sure your stay is a good and safe experience! No smoking allowed on the premises. Please remember, you are a guest, not a host. No more than booked number of guests and pets allowed on premises.

**Car charging is prohibited**. Garage is not for guest use.

**Only booked guests and dogs allowed on the premises** If you have plans other than what your booking states, i.e. invite others for dinner or an afternoon to hang out, pre-approval is required. Please contact me with details.

Permit #LANDUSE-19-0155

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs only. Up to 2 dogs allowed.Fee $100 per dog
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Start a load of towels on hot.
If you have used the air mattress, please put sheets in the laundry, on the floor in front of washing machine.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Be read the Rental Agreement. Please ask if you want to deviate from rule. Please keep driveway and dumpster clear at all times.
No more than booked guests or dogs (if applicable) on premises at any time. Please ask if you want to deviate from rule. I will consider your request.
Water is a precious resource on the island. Please conserve water usage. Also, please be sure not to block the driveway or dumpster at any time.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Property Registration Number (Permit #LANDUSE-19-0155)

About the area

Friday Harbor

Located in Friday Harbor, this holiday home is by the sea. San Juan Islands Sculpture Park and San Juan Island National Historic Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Roche Harbor Marina and San Juan Golf & Tennis Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Whale Museum and Jones Island State Park. Kayaking and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Friday Harbor, WA

What's nearby

  • San Juan Islands Sculpture Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Roche Harbor Marina - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Reuben Tarte Memorial Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Wescott Bay - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Lime Kiln Point State Park - 23 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Roche Harbor, WA (RCE) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duck Soup - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lime Kiln Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Westcott Bay Shellfish Co. - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Vineyard - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McMillin's Dining Room - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Perfect location to relax, unwind, renew and enjoy San Juan Island have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Perfect location to relax, unwind, renew and enjoy San Juan Island 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 Perfect location to relax, unwind, renew and enjoy San Juan Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect location to relax, unwind, renew and enjoy San Juan Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Perfect location to relax, unwind, renew and enjoy San Juan Island located?

This family-friendly Friday Harbor holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of San Juan Islands Sculpture Park and Roche Harbor Marina. Wescott Bay and Reuben Tarte Memorial Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The floor plan and condition of the home is excellent. The setting is very relaxing and quiet. The home is well stocked with most items you might need especially kitchen items. The location worked out well for seeing all of the highlites on San Juan island. The property host is very personable and easy to work with. We look forward to staying here in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan’s property is amazing. Very comfortable and well equipped. The location is a little remote, but was perfect for our stay for a few days with family before a perfect wedding event at Saltwater Farm in Friday Harbor. We will certainly stay again when we have an opportunity.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful and relaxing stay! The property was very clean and had everything we needed including a well stocked kitchen. It was so nice to have a high chair, pack 'n play, and toddler dishes for our 2 year old. This is our 3rd stay with Susan and we will definitely return again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deann L.

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

Family gathering

The place was great. The coffee area was over the top. Susan was a great host
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

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

Comfortable and Clean

Restful stay. Well equipped rental. What stood out to me the most was the cleanliness of the floors and the comfort of the mattresses and pillows. I would certainly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri B.

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

Girls Trip 2024

We loved our stay at Susan’s house! It was super cozy and had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

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

San Juan Comfort

Clean and comfortable. with a great deck and fire pit. Easy drive to Friday Harbor but an easier drive to Roche Harbor which is much more laidback.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darinda S.

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

Great Location!

Beautiful, well stocked and maintained home. This home is very comfortable and in a perfect location on the island. Internet was excellent which was unexpected but so appreciated! I highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

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

Great!

The perfect house for our birthday celebration. Great communication, clean, thoughtful attention to detail--everything we needed for our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect house

The house was perfect for our family to spend a long weekend on San Juan Island. House has a very nice layout and the kitchen and patio are great for cooking and playing games.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Very quiet

Perfect for our small group
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne C., Grandview, WA

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

Such a nice stay! Beautiful home and area

We’ve stayed in many rental homes and this was one of the nicest. We can’t thank Susan enough for the nice home and the little things too. Games for the kids, toiletries above n beyond, kitchen nicely stocked with nice pots and pans dishes utensils, we loved the fire table and it was perfect for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Awesome fall stay

This place is located in a nice quiet neighborhood with wildlife. We saw fox and deer on the property. This place has everything you need to have an enjoyable stay. The property was just as advertised, especially the bedrooms were very nice for the 6 of us and the kitchen area was well stocked for cooking at home. Thank you for letting us stay at your place. I highly recommend this place if looking for a San Juan Island retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim T.

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

A tranquil retreat

We just wanted a change of scenery for a few days and love San Juan island. This place was perfect. Secluded, quiet, but spacious and very well set up. It had everything we wanted and needed and just a short drive to Roche Harbor and not too far to Friday Harbor. A++++++!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanja

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

Great way to recharge

We had a great time visiting Friday/Roche Harbor. The house was super clean and in a great location. Our kids loved playing games and seeing deer around the property. We will definitely come back again. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Eric D.

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

Overall fine

House was as advertised. However, does not say in the listing that you cannot use the garage. Was informed upon arrival that the AC was out and nobody could service it for over a week until after we left. Ran out of propane on the second day and host refused to repay or buy more so we did it ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

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

Holiday Break

We arrived on Christmas Day and the house was nicely decorated. Not too much but still very festive. We enjoyed a little quiet time on the island and this was our second stay at this property and we thought the first visit was great, this was even better. There had been some updates to the dining room and the Adirondack chairs on the deck gave perfect seating for looking out at Spiden Island and the beautiful weather.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Five Day Deep Dive Into SJI

We have visited SJI many times over the years but never as comfortably as this trip staying in Susan's property near Roche Harbor. It is spacious, up to date and the cleanest by far. From the bathrooms to the kitchen, it was very well supplied with high quality items. We were so comfortable and appreciative of the thoughtfulness of the hosts. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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

Peaceful, Spacious, and High Quality

I was looking for a place that was close enough to all the great locations on San Juan Island, and to my family in Friday Harbor, for my nephew’s graduation. We also wanted a place that would feel like vacation for us, yet home enough to allow us to host our extended family for dinners - and this place had it all. VERY well stocked, and the images online are completely accurate. The owners were reponsive throughout. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

P S.

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

Wonderful!

What a beautiful property near Roche Harbor! Many windows to let light in. Our dog loved snoozing in the living room. Comfortable and cozy bedrooms. Large kitchen well equipped for making meals. We enjoyed the coffee/tea station. We hung out on the large deck, soaking up the sun and view of the water and quiet neighborhood. We appreciate the high chair and travel crib available for our little one as well. We drove a few minutes to Roche Harbor for some food and hiking. Overall we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

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

The best and most important two weeks of our lives

This house was exactly what we needed. We spent two weeks at Kittiwake and they were perfect. We spent the first week working and as long as you managed the Zoom calls and big downloads. It's Island internet and that was perfectly fine for a busy schedule. The house was beautiful and exactly as described and Susan (while we never met her) was an excellent host and had thought of many of the little things that we could have been running back and forth to the store for. We hope to be back again soon.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this beautiful home! From the moment we arrived, we felt like it was our home away from home. The layout is fantastic, providing plenty of space and comfort. It was comfortably accessible for my aging parents. The house was impeccably clean and well-stocked with everything we needed for our stay.The location is perfect, with easy access to Roche Harbor and other attractions. On days when we chose to relax at home, we loved sitting on the deck, taking in the stunning views of the bay. Overall, this place exceeded our expectations, and we would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful and enjoyable getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a FABULOUS experience. The house was clean and very well appointed, with thoughtful touches everywhere that made our stay so comfortable. The house is spacious and nicely decorated, and the beds were clean and comfortable. We enjoyed having breakfast every morning on the large gated patio, which has a peekaboo view of the water but is still very private. Susan is a very responsive and helpful host. We would happily visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was perfect!!! It was so beautiful outside & inside & had everything we needed! It was an expect distance from Friday Harbor and don’t miss the Roche Resort area while staying! We enjoyed the fully stocked kitchen and the bed/bathrooms were stocked with all you would need. Do not hesitate to stay here when visiting this area!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Susan

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I've lived in Friday Harbor a couple of different times. The first time was from 1976 to 1989. I moved back in 2015 and started cleaning vacation rental homes. I found that I loved cleaning and making spaces a perfect place for people to enjoy. I found that not all vacation rentals are created equal. Some offered some things while others offered others. I decided that I would love to create a space combining everything I saw in every vacation rental. SO, that's what I've done. I love hosting people and making sure they have the best experience possible.

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with this property the first time I saw it and knew that guests would love it too. It has a warm, homey and private feel to it.

What makes this property unique

The deck has recently been upgraded to be double in size, making ample space for gathering for dinner and being able to enjoy the firepit table all at the same time.
*****Internet should be fast. StarLink was just installed!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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