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"THE OUTBACK" Waterfront Home on Mitchell Bay San Juan Island

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Marina
Food and drink
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, San Juan Islands Sculpture Park
  • Place, Roche Harbor Marina
  • Place, Lime Kiln Point State Park
  • Airport, Friday Harbor, WA (FRD)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Game/Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

"THE OUTBACK" Waterfront Home on Mitchell Bay San Juan Island

NEW LISTING! "THE OUTBACK" Waterfront Home on Mitchell Bay with use of Mooring Buoy on San Juan Island. www.vrbo.com/2409716.

Newly constructed in 2021, Pacific Northwest waterfront home with low bank access to Mitchell Bay. Deep water mooring bouy , depending on tides, 8 to 18 feet depth, available for guest use. (3) Kayaks on property for guests to use on a newly built dock making easy access to launch. Two Singles and one tandem kayaks.
Savor the views of Mitchell Bay from the wall-to-wall windows in each of the home's living areas. An extensive deck runs across the waterside of the home offering many hours of outdoor enjoyment. One of the nicest features on the deck is a built-in propane gas lava rock firepit, setting the ambiance morning, noon or night. Propane BBQ and ample seating for outdoor dinners. Outdoor propane fire center piece.
Moving inside there is a large game room with expansive windows and textured & colored concrete flooring. Play a game of Ping Pong by the rock wall & wood burning fireplace, wood provided. This home sleeps 6 with the comfortable queen-sized murphy bed available in the game room. A nice place to sleep accompanied by a wood burning fire. Big Screen TV for the best game time enjoyment.
The kitchen is well equipped with the latest technology appliances. Gas oven & stove, center island for easy meal preparation and separate sitting bar for bistro seating. The dining area is next in the flow of this great house and "great room" with a dining table seating 6. Living area has a great large couch to sit back and enjoy the large 60" TV with Amazon Fire stick. Music available via Alexa with Echo Dot speakers. Propane Fireplace to set the stage.
Master bedroom is king sized bed and - bath in suite. Bedroom 2 has a queen bed. Full Bath is off the "Great Room".
3rd full bathroom is situated in the adjacent garage apartment.
Pets allowed $25.00/day fee. Pets are not allowed on the furniture or beds. Any damage will be taken from security deposit.

Come enjoy San Juan Island at this one of kind location.

Permit # Land Use 20-0231

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
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 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

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 waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lime Kiln Point State Park and Mt. Grant Preserve, while San Juan Islands Sculpture Park and San Juan Historical Society and Museum are cultural highlights. 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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What's nearby

  • San Juan County Park - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Wescott Bay - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • San Juan Islands Sculpture Park - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Roche Harbor Marina - 11 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Lime Kiln Point State Park - 14 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duck Soup - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lime Kiln Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Westcott Bay Shellfish Co. - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Vineyard - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McMillin's Dining Room - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "THE OUTBACK" Waterfront Home on Mitchell Bay San Juan Island pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "THE OUTBACK" Waterfront Home on Mitchell Bay San Juan Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "THE OUTBACK" Waterfront Home on Mitchell Bay San Juan Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "THE OUTBACK" Waterfront Home on Mitchell Bay San Juan Island located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from San Juan County Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lime Kiln Point State Park and Mt. Grant Preserve. English Camp and Wescott Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gordon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazingly well appointed House would recommend anybody stayed there multiple times. Always a treat.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location, quiet and relaxing. Would love to come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible location and beautifully maintained. We loved this house and will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

tim&jeanna s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a peaceful stay at your beautiful home. We all enjoyed boating & Kayaking Mitchell Bay but the favorite was the ping pong table!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie P.

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

Can’t wait to go back!

My family and I didn’t want to leave. The property was
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuck A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous house with a spectacular view near Snugg Harbor. The house was well-stocked and had all the amenities. Plenty of room for 4 adults. Easy access to all island sites. Very peaceful and quiet place to relax and spend time with family and friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth E.

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

Beautiful view

The house is spacious, clean and well appointed. The yard and landscaping are lovely. The view of the bay is great. The only negative is that it is adjacent to Snug Harbor Resort and there was a lot of noise from the parking lot in the evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon L.

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

Amazing property

Wonderful stay, super large yard and waterfront
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely Home

Great location, very quiet and relaxing. Home was very clean and well appointed. The back deck and yard were great for hanging out. We would definitely rent this property again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

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

Gorgeous location

Our group had an absolutely lovely stay. The house is clean and beautiful. Check in was very easy and communication was perfect. Loved the location and view
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annika B.

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

Beautiful home, peaceful stay

Well equipped and beautiful home with lovely views and water access. Comfortable seating inside and out and a great kitchen for cooking.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim Y., Yakima

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

Well Appointed!!! Definitely Re-Booking!!!

Exceptional stay at this place...ideal location, nice interior, well appointed and most perfect deck!! Can't give this place enough stars!!! So perfect for really relaxing and enjoying the San Juans!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Georgia F.

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

Mission Possible Border to Border Team

Views are amazing! House was clean and spacious. Great location, near Roche Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Picture Perfect !

What a wonderful home and location. The horn is outfitted with everything you might need and the kayaks were such an added bonus. Our sister reunion was enhanced by this lovely home and location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nora D.

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

Awesome stay on Mitchell Bay

You will love this very new, awesome house right on the water. It is extremely well stocked. Everything is clean and ready for your family or friends. We especially loved the spacious backyard and fire pits.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Outback is an outstanding property which met the needs of the 5 of us (all seniors). We enjoyed the deck with beautiful views of the bay and took advantage of the fire pit and bbq every night of our stay. The kitchen was well equipped and we appreciated the laundry facilities. The living space was comfortable and loved the windows overlooking the deck and water beyond. The game room and kayaks are a bonus although we didn’t utilize the ping pong table or get out on the water this trip. If there was anything a bit funky, it is the location of the 2nd full bathroom. It’s actually outside the main house in the garage a few steps up and across a gravel path. You enter the owner’s garage where two cars and typical garage stuff is stored. Not a great situation if the facilities are needed at night. Overall, there is so much to see and do on San Juan Island and the Outback provides a fantastic base from which to venture out whether it be to Roche Harbor, Friday Harbor, Lime Kiln Lighthouse or to one or more of the neighboring islands. (We took a day trip to Orcas)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherman R.

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

Gem

First stay on the island. Fantastic accommodations. Quite and clean with a view that literally takes your breath away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

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

Perfect House

The Outback was just perfect for our San Juan Island visit. It was extremely clean and comfortable and we enjoyed all the amenities—gas barbecue, fire pit, well-appointed kitchen, and especially the kayaks. Thank you for a lovely time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Idona C.

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

Magical Week at The Outback

We had an amazing week staying at The Outback! Karen's home and property are beautiful, comfortable and perfectly located. The rental process was seamless from payment, to check in & check out. When we arrived we grilled up dinner and hung out on the deck, got cozy by the fire roasting marshmallows and as the sunset, watched the sky turned into the perfect blue backdrop. During the week, early morning coffee walks & kayaking with the local harbor seals, became our most enjoyed routine and we closed out each night with wine & puzzling! The deck with patio furniture, grill & gas fire pit was an amazing place to read, chat and nature watch. We saw bald eagles and owls fly right overhead. The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking and baking. The extra shower in the garage apartment came in handy with 6 people getting ready each day. This trip was such a magical experience and we were so lucky to stay in such a peaceful and connected place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T.

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

Snug Harbor Gem

Family gathering before our daughters wedding on the island. Spacious, beautiful and welcoming home. Ping pong table and game room was a hit along with the large balcony to enjoy the beauty of Snug Harbor! Would return and highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Fantastical

Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rainer W.

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

Thanksgiving week

Nice location, very quiet. Very clean, well equipped, and spacious. Everyone enjoyed the ping pong table. Only issue was losing WiFi connection frequently. Ended up using personal hotspot from my phone.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nora G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and cleanliness of the property were great and the kayaks were a huge bonus! We also enjoyed the fireplace as the days were turning cooler! The kitchen was well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shelli F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Would suggest that the owners clear some of the foliage to improve the water view from the deck. It wasn't clear that the 2nd full bathroom was up the driveway and in a detached garage, full of cars and stuff (also smelled like gasoline). Consequently, all six of us used the one inside bathroom with shower. Overall, the house is beautiful and in a good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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