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Secluded & light-filled Pacific NW Waterfront home on SJI with views of Speiden Island

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Beach
Interior
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Secluded & light-filled Pacific NW Waterfront home on SJI with views of Speiden Island

Secluded and light-filled Pacific NW Waterfront home on the North end of San Juan Island with views of Speiden Island.

Neil Bay Waterfront Retreat - Pet Friendly Paradise
Welcome to your serene escape on Neil Bay, where nature meets comfort. This pet-friendly waterfront property offers exclusive access to a private mooring buoy for your larger boat, plus a dock perfect for tying up dinghies and kayaks. Please note: access to the home is via a steep staircase.
Inside, the expansive great room features floor-to-ceiling windows framing breathtaking views of Spieden Channel. Watch wildlife roam freely and marvel at Spieden Island across the water-a mysterious, uninhabited 550-acre haven known for its exotic tales and sightings of non-native animals, including Corsican big horn sheep and Asian Fallow deer. These creatures have peacefully grazed here, untouched by hunting for over two decades.
Step out onto the spacious deck with ample seating to soak in the natural beauty. The open-concept living area includes a modern kitchen with bar seating, a dining space, and cozy lounge with a propane fireplace and smart TV. Kitchen amenities include a waffle maker, toaster, and popcorn machine. Outdoor cooking is a breeze with a propane BBQ and crab cooker, and yard games like cornhole add to the fun.
Stay connected with high-speed broadband internet. Electric vehicle owners are welcome to use the 14-50 outlet (bring your own connector).
Sleeping arrangements include:
" Loft Master Suite: King bed with an alcove twin bed for a child, plus a spacious full bath
" Second Bedroom: Queen bed
" Third Bedroom: Two twin beds
" Second Full Bathroom: Located downstairs
" Pack-N-Play: Provided for little ones
Roche Harbor Resort, Marina, and Airport are just a 25-minute walk through scenic wooded trails or a quick 5-minute drive. Resort amenities include a full-service spa, whale watching and kayak tours, three restaurants, a marina, swimming pool, and a renowned sculpture park. You'll also enjoy easy access to the Mausoleum, trails, and nearby Westcott Bay Oyster Farm.
Permit #: LANDUSE - 20 - 0015

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Friday Harbor

Located in Friday Harbor, this holiday home is on the beach. San Juan Islands Sculpture Park and San Juan Island National Historic Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Posey Island State Park and Mt. Grant Preserve. Whale Museum and Jones Island State Park 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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Friday Harbor, WA

What's nearby

  • San Juan Islands Sculpture Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Roche Harbor Marina - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Wescott Bay - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • San Juan County Park - 15 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Lime Kiln Point State Park - 23 min drive - 20.3 km

Getting around

  • Roche Harbor, WA (RCE) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duck Soup - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lime Kiln Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Westcott Bay Shellfish Co. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Vineyard - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McMillin's Dining Room - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Secluded & light-filled Pacific NW Waterfront home on SJI with views of Speiden Island have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Secluded & light-filled Pacific NW Waterfront home on SJI with views of Speiden Island pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded & light-filled Pacific NW Waterfront home on SJI with views of Speiden Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded & light-filled Pacific NW Waterfront home on SJI with views of Speiden Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded & light-filled Pacific NW Waterfront home on SJI with views of Speiden Island located?

Nestled on the beach, this Friday Harbor holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of San Juan Islands Sculpture Park, Roche Harbor Marina and Wescott Bay. Reuben Tarte Memorial Park and Posey Island State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 121 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eileen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was wonderful in every aspect and was perfect for six of us. I have stayed in many VRBOs, and this was definitely a 10 out of 10. Communication with our host was excellent, the amenities were as described, the location near Roche Harbor was convenient, the view beautiful! I hope to return one day!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeff k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming home surrounded by tall, graceful trees. Nice view of the cove. Well decorated, nice kitchen. Comfortable furniture. Lots of deck chairs. Nice homes in the neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Beautiful views in a quiet setting

The property was perfect for our family with plenty of space and nicely appointed. It was nice to have access to the dock for a beautiful water view. We’d love to come back some day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

susanna m.

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

Peaceful family time

Beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn W.

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

Perfect Getaway!

Beautiful home and fantastic location...the home was very clean, well stocked and was a great family getaway for all 6 of us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jinx S.

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

Amazing location!!

We could not have asked for a better place! The accommodations were wonderful, everything you could ask for in a vacation rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margarita O.

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

Cozy Home

Cozy home very well appointed great location great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

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

Secluded Getaway

This beautiful home was far enough away, but just close enough to Roche Harbor & Friday Harbor!! Wonderful dock where we paddle boarded from daily!! Very serene & cozy :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Thanksgiving Stay

3rd Thanksgiving in Friday Harbor and first stay at this property. The house was great! Plenty of room and very comfortable. The view was fantastic and the private dock was perfect. Very peaceful sitting out on the dock and enjoying our morning coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli C.

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

Really nice

The place was clean and worked well for our family. The owner was very helpful with the reservations and making sure we made our ferry reservations on time. This was our first visit to Friday Harbor and we would stay at this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JJ C.

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

Amazing Island Retreat

We had a wonderful time at Karen's cabin! Everything was as described. Amazing location! Very clean, cozy and comfortable. Check in/out and communication was a breeze. Would highly recommend and not hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharine H., Seattle, WA

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

Beautiful view!

We had a great stay for Thanksgiving! The view was beautiful and the house was really comfortable. Internet was much better than we expected- no problems working remotely. Can't wait to return in the summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

Just what I needed

Quiet, beautiful. Perfect little getaway and amazing island to explore! Thank you for being pet friendly as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Ashley U.

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

Nice getaway

Peaceful property with great view. Overall well stocked with cooking basics
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

william t.

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

Private and cozy

Best down time we've had for some time. Serene neighborhood an an A frame with a little elbow room and great deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Lovely House

This is everything go be could ask for, for a quiet lodging with water views. From the house or dock we says otters and seals, many waterfowl and across the bay herds of fallow deer. San Juan is a wonderful island to explore and this was a nice place for home base.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Beautiful home on the waterfront.

This home was well maintained. The beds were comfortable. The view was amazing. Great area for walking. Close to Roche Harbor. It was fun to hear the flag ceremony at Roche Harbor nightly. Great stay, we will return again some day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Bruce and Penny H., Shoreline, WA 98155

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, great view

Being the only boater renter of this property I had to do battle with the resident otter leavings on the stair landing every morning, other than that it was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

White Christmas

Spent a wonderful holiday week with family. The property is absolutely beautiful. San Juan Island has lots of history and many places to explore. The property managers were very helpful and quick to respond to any needs. We hope to go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

christopher c., Bellevue, Washington

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

Superb location

Our family from Australia thoroughly enjoyed this home. Karen was very much engaged and responsive if needed. The mooring ball and dock were bonuses. Views, walks and nice quiet surroundings were all amazing. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Karen F.

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

SJI March 2022

Beautiful house in an amazing location, peaceful, super clean. Would choose this location again. IF you need to unplug and be with peace and the smell of evergreen and the sound of songbirds and water fowl this is the place to go.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Genia J.

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

Fantastic place!

We had a great time staying at this home. It was exactly as advertised, even better, honestly. Clean, quiet, with incredible water views and access, and an awesome deck to hang out on and relax. We liked that the location felt private and secluded but we could walk to Roche Harbor and the sculpture garden (well worth the visit!). Karen, the host, was easy to communicate with and quick to respond. I highly recommend this home - it is the perfect set up for enjoying everything San Juan Island has to offer!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

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

Clean and comfortable house with Amazing view!

Love this dog-friendly waterfront property! Very clean and comfortable. View is amazing! It’s exactly like what listing shows and describes. Perfect for groups. The loft room is a bit lack of privacy but we love the view. The owner Karen is very responsive. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruce and Penny H.

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

Nice view

Nice experience except for unloading and reloading the boat. Too many and too steep stairs and ramp. It would be nice if some kind of mechanical platform assist were available.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Don J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All amenities were provided.Good communication with hostVery quiet setting amongst the cedars with tranquil view of the water from dining table.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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