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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
On beach
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Utter Seclusion on 600 Feet of Waterfront , Free WiFi
Situated on 600 feet of both rocky and sandy beach, this contemporary home sits on one of San Juan Island's largest stretches of private waterfront, attracting deer, owls, fox, seals, otters and bald eagles. Take in the 180 degree view from Spieden Island to Mount Baker. You will welcome the amazing morning sunrises to spectacular sunsets from this uniquely situated home. We supply crab pots, shrimp pots and dip nets which you can use right off the beach. Go down at night with a flashlight and the dip net. Shine the light into the water and the shrimp come to the surface. Some guests like to scuba dive off our property which is full of crab and scallop. Except at very high tide, at the bottom of the wooden stairs, there is a cove to launch kayaks. This side of the Island is the safest for kayaking and almost always calm. The open floor plan in this home has a spiral staircase to sleeping loft that sleeps 4. The bedroom has super-comfortable California King bed with views of the water. The casual dining right off the completely equipped kitchen and just steps from the outdoor deck. Wood stove in the living room will make this a pleasant stay in cooler months too!
San Juan County Vacation Rental Permit #2002PROV048
Free WIFI. Wireless internet is available for guests.
Dog friendly too. Dogs are welcome with small additional fee. Sorry, no cats.
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Small to medium size dogs welcome. Please no cats.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Property Registration Number 239267
Property # 239267vb
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Friday Harbor
Located in Friday Harbor, this holiday home is on the beach. Whale Museum and San Juan Historical Society and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Jones Island State Park and Labyrinth. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain climbing.
San Juan Islands Museum of Art - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
San Juan Island National Historic Park - 12 min drive - 12.0 km
San Juan Islands Sculpture Park - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
Roche Harbor Marina - 14 min drive - 13.2 km
Getting around
Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
The Sweet Retreat & Espresso - 8 min drive
Duck Soup - 6 min drive
Salty Fox Coffee - 8 min drive
Big Foot Lodge Wine Cellar - 8 min drive
Downriggers - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Utter Seclusion on 600 Feet of Waterfront , Free WiFi pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Utter Seclusion on 600 Feet of Waterfront , Free WiFi?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Utter Seclusion on 600 Feet of Waterfront , Free WiFi?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Utter Seclusion on 600 Feet of Waterfront , Free WiFi?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Utter Seclusion on 600 Feet of Waterfront , Free WiFi located?
Nestled on the beach, this Friday Harbor holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Whale Museum, Mt. Grant Preserve and Wescott Bay. San Juan Historical Society and Museum and San Juan Islands Museum of Art are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Amazing stay! The view is stunning! Appreciated the thoughtfulness of the included amenities like the Discovery Pass for the house. The beach access is also wonderful! It rained most days we were there so the rocks one needs to climb down to get to the beach were really slippery. Once on the beach, it was awesome!
This home looks wonderful in the photos but it is even better in person-the views are so beautiful-the house was comfortable-we had everything we needed and more. I will book again-dont think I could have found a better place on the island. Oh-and the hosts are VERY responsive-quick and helpful-it doesnt get much better!
Exactly as described! Beautiful views right on the coast. Interior is spacious for 2BR/1BA, loft was great for kids and my wife and I were able to stay in the enclosed bedroom. Bedding and mattresses were very comfortable, kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. Fire pit outside was enjoyable. The beach access (and the beach itself) was rugged but my kids still greatly enjoyed having the water right there. Saw whales offshore twice during our stay! We even took the host advice and tried harvesting some sea lettuce which was fun and more tasty than expected (hint, dry it with a bit of salt).No complaints, but a word of warning: the access road is a decently long dirt/gravel road with some potholes. Take it slow and expect it to add a few minutes driving in and out. The isolation was worth it!
Fantastic location and views of ocean! Beautifully decorated and had everything we needed when we ate in. Wish we had booked it for longer! Very comfortable stay!
Location is excellent with beautiful views and easy access to Friday Harbor. The kitchen was well outfitted for any type of cooking. Would highly recommend staying here.
Our 5th or 6th stay here - why go elsewhere? Solitude, quiet, stunning water/mountain views, super convenient to Friday Harbor and the bonus of a winery right next door.
My family and I enjoyed our stay at this gorgeous cabin. We had complete privacy the entire time, & truly enjoyed the seclusion. Access to the water is only a short walk from the cabin, & I’d recommend checking it out. We hope to come back soon and stay here again.
We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend stay! The setting was so peaceful, especially views from the back deck. Easy access to Friday Harbor and the rest of San Juan Island. The house was clean, comfortable, pet friendly, and had a fully equipped kitchen for cooking.
My partner and I came to San Juan Island for my birthday and this place made our stay magical! Waking up and being able to step out and look at the water off the back deck was so peaceful. We highly recommend this place and hope to come back!
To be on the water was a true gift. So beautiful. The house was comfortable, bright, clean and all our needs were met. We would definitely rent this house again on future trips.
This is a beautiful peaceful location to enjoy a retreat. The home is well taken care of, clean and has everything needed. I locked my keys inside the house. Thank you to Michelle who responded.I had my keys on less than 20 minutes. She was thoughtful and kind hearted. The island is lovely and this is a special place.
The housewas exactly as described with beautiful views and surrounding nature. It’s not far to Friday Harbor and we followed some of the tips given by the host. Overall, a great stay.
We loved our stay here. The location is superb — about equal distance (short drives) to all the places we wanted to visit. It is quiet and with a dynamite view over the water to the other islands. The home had everything we could have wanted.
The privacy and seclusion of this home was exactly what we wanted. Beautiful, quiet, clean and very cozy. We definitely were happy with our choice
Holly K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
About the host
Hosted by Kristy & Charles Herrick
Charles and Kristy Herrick live in Sammamish, Washington just east of Seattle in the foothills. Charles does relief work in Africa, India and Afghanistan.He has been a longtime executive in the IT industry, a business consultant and licensed realtor. He is an author and several of his books are available for reading and a complimentary copy of his book Breath of Kenya is given to guests as a way of saying thank you. Kristy is an avid gardener. She weaves, spins and knits and maintains the one and half acre English garden at our home in Sammamish. Our bulldog Otis does absolutely nothing, which meets expectations and then some.
Why they chose this property
Wonderful seclusion just an hour's ferry ride from Anacortes. San Juan is quaint and a bit yesteryear. Friday Harbor is a small town with just about everything you need except for franchise stores. San Juan gets about a third of the rainy days of Seattle. The main road is only a mile away and it's a calm rural road which is great for running, walking or bike riding. Turning right just before the winery and heading down a tree arched road we fell in love with our 6 acres of paradise. It is perhaps the finest piece of property on the Island.
What makes this property unique
Seclusion. Fishing, crabbing, and tide pool viewing. Unparalleled bird and wildlife viewing. Waterfront cookouts. Water, wonderful view of other islands and Mt. Baker.
Languages:
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