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Peaceful waterfront cottage, close to town!

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Outdoor dining
Room
Interior
Private kitchen
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bathroomSleeps 233.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

one bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful waterfront cottage, close to town!

Beautiful, brand new two person studio cottage, with a full kitchen, inspiring picture window views of Griffin bay and beyond. Comfortable queen bed. Sitting area has gorgeous water view. The lagoon at the bottom of our yard has marvelous bird activity.
This property is on the water; you can step onto the shore. Private garden, entrance and parking. This location is close to town, yet peaceful and surrounded by nature.
The lagoon provides wonderful bird watching opportunities and the sunny south facing site is truly enjoyable.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in cottage or on property

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 cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. San Juan Golf & Tennis Club and Roche Harbor Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Turn Island State Park and San Juan Island National Historic Park. 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

  • Lafarge Open Space - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • San Juan Islands Museum of Art - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • San Juan Historical Society and Museum - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Whale Museum - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sweet Retreat & Espresso - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Salty Fox Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Big Foot Lodge Wine Cellar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Downriggers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Island Brewing Company - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful waterfront cottage, close to town! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful waterfront cottage, close to town!?

As of 16 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful waterfront cottage, close to town! on 18 March 2026 start from NZ$346, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Peaceful waterfront cottage, close to town!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful waterfront cottage, close to town!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful waterfront cottage, close to town!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful waterfront cottage, close to town! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Friday Harbor cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lafarge Open Space, San Juan Islands Museum of Art and Whale Museum. San Juan Historical Society and Museum and PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 320 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 320 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 320 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 320 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 320 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelain N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy cottage! Incredible location with breathtaking views. Perfect for a weekend getaway or if you’re looking for some quiet time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

connie r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fabulous stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was amazing, quiet and private while still being close to town, and waking up with that view was just so lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had another lovely time staying at the Shaqteau. The location can’t be beat and the cabin is perfectly cozy and well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and peaceful retreat. The hosts are friendly, responsive, helpful and very accomodating. I would stay here again!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James & Alice H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a lovely place to stay. Everything was wonderful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We highly recommend. The cottage was super clean and charming. We loved the ocean view and the aesthetics. Everything about the place was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea T.

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

Great Stay

We had a wonderful stay. Great location, hosts very friendly and welcoming. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best stay at the Shaqteau. The space was comfortable and in the most peaceful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Page H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot just outside of town as a home base for a family event visit. Nice unit, friendly hosts, very comfortable and clean. We will stay there again for our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Stay!

Always a good stay on San Juan Island.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick A.

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

Great place Great Stay

Really impressed by this little cabin.Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet relaxing stay near Friday Harbor. In warmer weather we could have considered walking downtown. We were able to make breakfast every day and dinner one night as there is an excellent grocery store in town. Unit was private, clean and had a nice yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great spot on a beautiful property. We will be looking it up the next time we come back home to Friday Harbor
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Lovely studio near Friday Harbor

We loved our 3 night stay at this clean and quiet cottage just outside of town. It had everything we needed and also enjoyed using the outdoor patio, barbecue and chairs by the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Recommend to anyone! Will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our third stay and Shaqteau just keeps getting better. We absolutely love being hosted here - it’s perfection and we wouldn’t change a thing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is just perfect for a stay in Friday Harbour. We had a car with us but the cottage was only a 15/20 minute walk into the town and so most days we would walk in and back. The cottage is clean, comfortable and well set out. The views from the garden were just out of this world. Thank you, we had a fantastic stay and would love to return one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moshe G.

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

Great place to stay with water access

The cabin is really cute and the access to the waterfront is a nice bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As always, we enjoyed our stay at Le Shaqteau. Thanks, Jim and Peg
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yoni B.

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

Wonderful weekend

We stayed at “shaqteau” for a truly lovely weekend bike trip. The property is beautiful, convenient, and made for a perfect place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

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

Excellent Retreat

Great place to relax. Will be back!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic home base for island tour!

What a beautiful stay! Relaxing, peaceful, wonderful property, great friendly host. We had a great time and felt cozy and cared for.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay!The shaqteau was comfortable and clean.The location is within walking distance to town.There is a beach at the end of the road.The host was kind and friendly. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

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

Weekend getaway

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jim and Peg LeBlanc

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Jim and Peg LeBlanc are fun loving artists and thoroughly enjoy living in the San Juan islands. We love to garden, kayak and bird watch. We have collaborated on making this property a simple and beautiful place to spend time.

Why they chose this property

For many years when we were living elsewhere (our former fast-paced, urban, busy , fun, and noisy ) the San Juan Islands were a beacon for us, shaping our goals for a new chapter of living a little slower, a little simpler, with more natural beauty. We have tried to keep to that vision in making our little cottage a place where you might experience what we love about his part of the world.

What makes this property unique

We really think this is the best of both worlds for out of town visitors. You are surrounded by the beauty of this unique environment, the water of Griffin Bay, the clean air that blows over these islands, the quiet of being distance from major traffic ways... and yet we are walking distance to the town's restaurants, theaters, museums, the harbor and music venues. We love living where we do on this fantastic island. Beautiful and convenient!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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