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Cottage-in-the-Barn on Dragonfly Farm

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Tucked away on the side of Turtleback Mountain.
Living room with cozy woodstove.
Kick back and relax.
View from the loft.
Master bedroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Eastsound, WA
  • Turtleback Mountain
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • West Sound Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Orcas Island Golf Course
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

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

About this property

Cottage-in-the-Barn on Dragonfly Farm

Go back in time on our quintessential island farm: sweet accommodations, garden at your doorstep, pond with kayaks and canoe, and complete tranquility and privacy. This charming cottage has all amenities in a pastoral setting; the perfect secluded hub for your island adventures, equally well-suited for a family vacation or romantic get-away. Tucked away in a valley below our main house, it is adjacent to our garden with produce for your table. Feel free to stroll to the bluff for views of West Sound, or take the canoe and kayaks for a spin. Fall asleep to the lullaby frog chorus. With the pond and plethora of beautiful vegetation, our 25 acre farm has become a bird sanctuary, with hundreds of species throughout the seasons. This one bedroom plus loft apartment is well-appointed with quality furnishings. Queen bed in the bedroom, two twins in the loft above (accessible by beefy ladder with security gate at the top), and full sized leather sofa bed in the living room. Can sleep 5-6 cozily. Full kitchen, propane barbecue, flatscreen and blue-ray player for entertainment (no cable or satellite), wireless internet connection, and warmth from the propane heating stove. AND our 25 acre farm adjoins Turtleback Mountain Preserve! This island treasure has amazing hikes which vary from old forested areas to phenomenal vistas of neighboring islands and beyond. We are located just five miles from the ferry, five miles from the main village of Eastsound, and a mere 1 1/2 miles from the waters at West Sound, including a marina and private dock for moorage. SJC Permit #00PR0V77. MARCH 2020 UPDATE: due to Corona Virus concerns we're offering a full refund in the event cancellations are necessary. Please note that we thoroughly disinfect the cottage between guests.


Keywords: apartment, condominium, bungalow, cottage, barn, farm

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
This is the perfect place for kids!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Well-behaved, keep off furniture, no roaming.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please be courteous of neighbors. No loud noise 9 p.m. to 8 a.m.
Tidying up upon departure is very helpful to us. Please strip beds, run dishwasher, and leave things as you found them.
Pets are not allowed on furniture and especially on bed quilts. Please do not leave them unattended on the property unless crated.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Eastsound

Located in Eastsound, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Orcas Island Historical Museum and Rosario Mansion Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Port Stanley Schoolhouse and Mt. Constitution. Travelling with kids? Consider Darvill's Bookstore and Jones Island State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Eastsound, WA

What's nearby

  • Turtleback Mountain - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • West Sound Marina - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Orcas Island Golf Course - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Eastsound Beaches - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Cascade Lake - 21 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

  • Westsound, WA (WSX) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harmony Hive Bistro - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪West Beach Resort Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪New Leaf Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Orcas Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • Paon Suri

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage-in-the-Barn on Dragonfly Farm pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Cottage-in-the-Barn on Dragonfly Farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage-in-the-Barn on Dragonfly Farm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage-in-the-Barn on Dragonfly Farm located?

This family-friendly Eastsound cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Turtleback Mountain and West Sound Marina. Darvill's Bookstore and Eastsound Beaches are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Susan Gudgell

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We are long time Orcas Islanders -- Wally grew up on Orcas and Susan was drawn here because of summers with her grandparents on nearby Samish Island. The natural beauty was our initial attraction in building a life here, but the wonderful community of eclectic neighbors have kept us here. It has been a great place to raise our family.

Why they chose this property

We both have long family histories in the islands. We heard about this property 25+ years ago, tucked away on Turtleback Mountain, and came to take a look. Standing on the bluff, looking at West Sound to the south, and the moonrise over Mt. Woolard to the east, we said, "this is where we want to spend the rest of our lives." Pure magic.

What makes this property unique

Experience serenity here on the farm, taking walks to view lovely vistas, gathering your salad from the garden, breakfast from the chicken coop, and paddling around the pond. For your adventures, this is centrally located on Orcas Island, close to the ferry, close to Eastsound, and just minutes from Turtleback Mountain Preserve. Less than 15 miles from historic Rosario Resort and Moran State Park.

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