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OCEAN FRONT LUX on PRIVATE HAT ISLAND NEAR EVERETT. Whales! No Bank Beach Front

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Dining
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Hat Island, WA
  • South Whidbey Harbor at Langley
  • Whidbey Island Center for the Arts
  • Naval Station Everett
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom in main wing

Toilet

Downstairs bathroom

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

Upstairs Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

OCEAN FRONT LUX on PRIVATE HAT ISLAND NEAR EVERETT. Whales! No Bank Beach Front

o PRIVATE LOCATION. Located on Hat (Gedney) Island, a members-only community 5 miles offshore from Port Gardner in Everett, 30 miles north of Seattle
o ARCHITECTURAL GEM. This no-bank waterfront beach house has breathtaking 180' views of Whidbey Island, Camano Island, Puget Sound and the Olympic mountains with a private marina, rated nine-hole golf course, and tennis/pickle ball court. Private boat access and a lack of commercial activity on the island make for a peaceful get-away from the hustle and bustle, and a unique adventure for viewing eagles, crabs, whales, herons, and seals.
o TRANSPORTATION. Included in your stay, we provide an on-island host to meet you at the Hat Island marina, help get people and supplies to the house, and introduce you to the house systems.
o This beach house has two wings connected by a huge Iron Wood (Ipe) deck with outdoor lounging and outdoor eating areas. The two-story bedroom wing has four ocean-view bedrooms, two with private balconies. The glass enclosed kitchen/dining/living area has giant sliding doors, connecting the outside with the inside.
o AMENITIES. The house is fully equipped for your comfort. Amenities include a wood-burning stove/fireplace, fast Wi-fi, stereo with CD player and Aux. cable, TV with DVD player and loads of DVD's, games, puzzles, big kid and little kid toys, and books.
o KITCHEN. Fully appointed gourmet kitchen of bamboo cabinetry and granite counter tops.
o LAUNDRY. Laundry facilities on main level. Duvet covered down comforters for all seasons and top quality mattresses.
o BEACH. Enjoy kayaking, walking, swimming, paddle boarding, crabbing, clamming, scuba diving, golfing, beach combing, small boating, paddle boarding, (signed Boat Waiver required).
o RATES SHOWN ARE FOR UP TO 8 GUESTS. ADDITIONAL GUESTS OVER EIGHT INCUR EXTRA GUEST CHARGES. MAXIMUM 10 GUESTS - NO EXCEPTIONS. All guests must be listed on the rental agreement and no persons are allowed on the premises who are not listed on the rental agreement.
o GUEST RULES. No groups of unrelated persons age 13-29 may rent this house.
o RENTAL CONTRACT. Signing of a rental agreement is required to finalize booking, at which time we will also send information about parking, golfing, crabbing, the boat waiver, foot ferry information, maps and house system information.
o SMALL BOAT USE. A signed waiver from all guests is required before borrowing our small water craft.
o NO PETS. Sorry, but due to owner allergies, we STRICTLY DO NOT ALLOW PETS, EVEN SMALL ONES.

Keywords: WHALES ORCA LUXURY OCEAN FRONT HOME PRIVATE ISLAND PUGET SOUND NO-BANK SUNSET BEACH WHALES

Property manager

Steve Ruiter

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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Children

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Events

No events allowed
No weddings or events please.
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Pets

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Smoking

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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
Note from host: No weddings or events please.
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

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Hat Island, WA

What's nearby

  • Providence Regional Medical Center: Colby Campus - 53 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Everett Community College - 53 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Imagine Children's Museum - 55 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Angel of the Winds Arena - 55 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Naval Station Everett - 59 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Everett Station - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • Priest Point Espresso
  • Scuttlebutt Brewing Co.
  • Ivar's
  • Anthony's Woodfire Grill
  • Anthony's HomePort Everett

Frequently asked questions

Is OCEAN FRONT LUX on PRIVATE HAT ISLAND NEAR EVERETT. Whales! No Bank Beach Front pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at OCEAN FRONT LUX on PRIVATE HAT ISLAND NEAR EVERETT. Whales! No Bank Beach Front?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OCEAN FRONT LUX on PRIVATE HAT ISLAND NEAR EVERETT. Whales! No Bank Beach Front?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is OCEAN FRONT LUX on PRIVATE HAT ISLAND NEAR EVERETT. Whales! No Bank Beach Front located?

Ocean adventures await at this holiday home, which is by the ocean and set on the beach within easy reach of scuba diving. Area attractions also include Whidbey Island Center for the Arts and South Whidbey Harbor at Langley.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Jacob S.

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

Beautiful location with a bat problem

This beach house has absolutely gorgeous setting, but the pretty views weren’t enough to warrant a positive review. • House has a bat infestation. We observed bats going in and out of a wall gap and there was a pile of bat feces next to a bedroom door. When we questioned this, we were told that the owners like bats and we could use a broom to sweep the feces away if it bothered us. • In addition to being gross and potentially carrying rabies, the bats prevented us from using the firepit or opening the windows in the evenings (no window screens – upstairs was especially hot and stuffy). • Property has two owners that provided contradicting information before versus during our stay that had a negative impact on our trip. • The cleaning fee seems excessive based on the cleanliness of the house and amount of work required at departure. Sheets and towels were clean, but comforters were stained and appeared to have not been laundered in some time. Also, the bat guano.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene C.

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

Wonderful Property

We loved the property. It has direct beach access with a perfect view of the water. Note, since the property is in a private community there's no garbage service so you must take your garbage bags with you and dispose of them at the Everett marina. There is recycling on the island.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul Y.

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

Special Place

Hat Island is indeed a special place and this modern house is luxurious, especially the portion of the house that is the great room. My kids loved all the games and legos. The walks on the private beach were serene. Plenty of drift wood to build a fort with your children. We had brunch and dinner on the deck everyday with a breathtaking view of the water and Whidbey Island. We actually witnessed a bald eagle dive down and catch fish. No killer whale sightings, but we were told they passed by. A few minor issues that did not detract too much were small spartan bathrooms with old/loose fixtures in the bedroom portion of the house, and loose fixture in the kitchen prep sink and low water pressure in the main kitchen sink. Freezer drawer and oven door needs some fine tuning too. Overall, we had a great time and made memories. Thank you for sharing your house with our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Annual Get Away

We love this place for our annual trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Sarah S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great views, peaceful venue offset by unreasonable cleaning

I'll keep this review constructive. This house offers stellar views, easy access to the beach, a unique "off the grid" experience, and the availability of kids' toys, books, puzzles, etc. along with DVDs and music for all to enjoy. While we enjoyed these amenities and the tranquility the house has to offer, there were a number of factors that detracted from our stay. First, the cleanliness of the house was lacking upon our arrival - kitchen cabinets had baskets which were dirty, we found a stinky bucket underneath the sink which had crab remnants (and accompanying flies), and cobwebs were prominent - particularly along the ceilings and down the walls of most bedrooms. Further, for a luxury house (as posted), I would not expect that shower curtains would be dirty/moldy nor outside windows so dusty and strewn with cobwebs. Compounding our disappointment, the property owner expressed surprise at hearing about cobwebs - even after receiving evidence of such via pictures - noting that his co-owner had been there a few weeks prior and had a high standard for cleanliness (cobwebs can easily creep up in a week - especially in the summer). A "sorry" and communication with the island host about the issue was the follow-up, which did not help us out in any meaningful way; we were left to clean out the cobwebs and kitchen cabinet baskets. Second, the cleaning check-list should be transparent in the VRBO house posting for potential renters to view. This checklist included a request that all bedding and towels be washed and folded and all dishes put away. With a typical 10:00am checkout (we were thankful to get an extension to 12:00pm) and use of all 4 bedrooms, washing and drying all of the bedding alone requires at least 6 hours (for example, I started at 6am and did not get through all the loads of laundry by 11:30am); we felt this request unreasonable - particularly considering that we are charged not an insignificant amount for cleaning. As a renter during COVID times, we also did not feel comfortable trusting that a previous renter properly washed the bedding, which did not require washing the duvet. Knowing this after the fact, our party felt uncomfortable having slept with duvets that were not washed between stays. Maybe adding fuel to the fire with respect to these unreasonable cleaning requests was the lacking cleanliness upon our arrival.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Veronica V., Seattle, Washington

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

Spectacular! Exceeded My Expectations!

This home. Getting there. The hospitality. The attention to every detail. The curation of art from the kitchen to your bedroom. The design. The care. The kindness. The everything. THANK YOU! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

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

Worth the effort

This house turned into one of the most memorable vacations for my family from Portland, Oregon. It took a bit of extra planning and preparation than the usual vacation home, but this is not the usual vacation home. The owners put a lot of thought into the design and layout. As a result the views of the sound are amazing. We never even rolled out the TV which was stashed away somewhere on the property. I never even saw it. There are some aspects of the house that are fragile and I recommend being extremely careful with the doors. Nonetheless it is a perfect getaway. I would recommend you stay at least a week. It doesn't make sense to stay any time less than that. As for logistics it was a bit daunting to plan a whole week on an island where there are no services, and I'd be happy to be a reference for anyone trying to plan a trip. It's not as hard as it sounds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill K., Seattle

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

Beautiful upscale beachfront getaway

Fantastic vacation with friends and family. 2 couples, 5 kids between 3 and 9. High-end, lovely modern home right on the beach with all the amenities you could want. Bedroom area is separate from the living area, which is great because the kids could play in the big bunk room (or the beach) while the adults were in the gorgeous living area. 5 stars, high recommend, will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nguyet P.

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

Our stay

We had a wonderful time! Great place to relax and family company.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Jessica Y.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful but difficult process

The house looked absolutely stunning in the post.. however when we got there, it was a bit underwhelming. There were sheets all over the furniture that we had to remove ourselves, the windows were very dirty, the outdoor patio furniture was covered, and there was a lot of dust in the main areas. The check-in and check-out process was very complicated. We had to take 2 trips on a private boat (due to COVID), drive a 1900's suburban (with over 700,000 miles) over to the house. Upon departure, the checkout list was very extensive and would charge for EVERYTHING. This list included.. washing all of the used bedding and making the beds with new bedding, loading AND unloading the dishwasher, taking all of the trash back home, cover all of the furniture with sheets, and covering all of the deck furniture. What is the $200+ cleaning fee used for?? Not very sure. Overall, it was an interesting experience and the location was beautiful, but the check-in and check-out process was very difficult and that would not make me want to rent this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin B.

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

Beautiful and peaceful

The property is gorgeous and provided a perfect weekend getaway with our COVID pod!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adam K.

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

Beautiful escape

Gem of a property w beachfront access and spectacular panoramic views from the floor to ceiling windows. We will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Malia C., Seattle, United States

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

Surprising Destination Close to the City

This was our second visit to hat island and stay at this property. The location, design and floor plan of this house make it the perfect place for a unique experience in the Pacific Northwest. The house comes with a quirky Suburban that you can use to get from the marina to the property. The island is boat in and boat out when the local run ferry is not accepting guests (find a friend). You’re greeted by a host who will help you get to where you need to be and acclimated with the home. The house itself is designed so thoughtfully, from two separate buildings for “living” and sleeping for those keeping different hours, with (3) regular bedrooms and a bunkhouse that sleeps (6) for a total of (10). The living room has 360 windows designed so you are immersed in the puget sound for optimal whale and sea creature observation. The kitchen is stocked with most appliances and tools you will need so you only have to worry about bringing food and a good time. If you’re interested in crab pots, they have all the supplies as well as water crafts if the weather is right and you are adventurous (waiver on file required - I have not tried this yet but intend to one day). There is even a compost pile to help limit the trash you need to bring back on boat. The floors in the bathrooms are heated, and they have an amazing CD collection which adds an extra level of charm to what is already an incredible place. During low tide you can walk all the way around the entire island which is not the easiest walk but is an amazing adventure. We saw a gray whale right off the beach, sand shrimp, seals and a bald eagle. It seems almost unbelievable that a place like this can exist so close to the city but that you can come visit it for a weekend. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Beautiful Location

This is a great place to get away! The home is beautiful and the island is peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandar U.

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

magical island

The house is gorgeous with spectacular view. The whole experience was great; kayaking, crabbing, exploring the island. we’ll come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

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

Beautiful home and location

This rental home is better than described in the listing. Extremely well stocked from kitchen supplies, pantry items, children's toys, canoes/SUPs, and more. Obviously, the beauty of the home and the view go without saying - though again, both are better than pictures can show! The owner and "island-host" are very accomodating. Would recommend to others, and hope to come back ourselves.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Yuan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean, modern and well furnished

The island is the ideal quiet and tranquil location and the house is newly built, modern and nicely furnished. So you would be able to achieve two commonly conflicting goals. Only downside is that you have to bring all your supplies and take garbage with you when you leave.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful and Unique Property

This property made for a fun and gorgeous weekend getaway. We loved the house and it’s location on the island. You do have to pack all food and necessities in and out since the island doesn’t offer stores or trash collection, but it’s worth the effort for this gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hannah E.

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

Idyllic Location right on the Beach!

We had a wonderful experience at this property! Absolutely gorgeous modern house, and exquisite setting right on the beach. Sadly the car we thought we'd have access to wouldn't start so we couldn't use it, but everything else was great. Thanks for a fantastic stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cindy O., Seattle

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

Stunning!

Incredible views, gorgeous home and wonderful beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

Amazing

Lovely house, excellent crabbing, beautiful location. Perfect getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

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

Beautiful home and beautiful setting

We had a lovely time at this home and there was more than enough space for our group of 9!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Charlotte S., Seattle, WA

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

Lovely!!

You cant really ask for better spot. Very cool unique house. We had a really nice, relaxing visit. The lengthy check out task list was quite daunting .... perhaps a higher cleaning fee option for those not wanting to spend so much time cleaning on their last day. We would love to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Amazing retreat

Always fun to stay at this beautiful home. Third year for us and already looking forward to the fourth year!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

This is a beautiful space! We had a lovely and relaxing time!

Our group had a great time - beautiful, relaxing space and great weather. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

About the host

Hosted by Steve Ruiter

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Our teens love to explore the wetlands and use the kayaks and paddle boards, play games and read books. We love to catch Dungeness crab, pick blackberries and bake a crisp, all while enjoying the expansive beach views.

Why they chose this property

Hat Island is a breathtakingly beautiful secluded island not far from the city of Seattle . With the help of a fabulous local architect Chris Serra, and talented designer Julie Meyers, we built this custom home between 2006 and 2009 as a relaxing, fun, family vacation spot away from busy city life. The house prioritized amenities for great sleeping and high-end cooking. All the bedrooms have a lovely view; two have private balconies.

What makes this property unique

We see lots of wildlife: whales passing through in the springtime, eagles, seals, birds, and rabbits. Hiking around the island is a great way to get a 4.5 mile walk and see the local geology. Crabbing, clamming and berry picking are (in season) are outside your door.

If you sign the waiver for each participant or their parent, you may also borrow our recreational kayaks, stand-up paddle-boards, and row boats. We have many life jackets on site, but bring any special sizes you may need.

There are some rules due to the nature of a private island HOA and the geography. For example, we do not rent to groups that include unrelated teenagers or 20-somethings, the Home Owner's Association has rules about fires that you must strictly follow, and we ask guests not to disturb the neighbors with noise. The HOA requires guests to register in order to be on the island. Our house rules help everyone leave the house in pleasing shape for the next guests. We have an on-island host to meet you at the docks, help you to the house, and show you the house systems.

NOTICE TO HAT ISLAND HOMEOWNERS: Please note that if you OWN a home on Hat island, our contract requires three important things: 1) that you list all registered guests on our Confirmation Page at the end of the signed contract and commit that no one other than registered guests will be on the premises at any time. There is a camera on the exterior of the house and a fine of $200 per extra person, per 24-hour period, for any unregistered guests on the premises; and 2) island home owners may not borrow our vehicle; and 3) the entire group of registered guests must arrive at the house at the same time and meet with our island host before checking in in order to learn the house systems.
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