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Book your summer vacation now kayaks, bikes, crab pots great location.
Friday Harbor, WA

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 154 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 154 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 154 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 154 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 154 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phoenix D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
The setting was gorgeous and the house was very well appointed. We had a lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

donovan Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
May Wedding
Perfect Spot for Roche Wedding. Just far enough to have some space and close enough to walk around. Great house and yard to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed the house
Our family had a great time staying in the house. In addition to the Island activities, the kids went kayaking every day, dug for clams, played the board games in the house, watched movies, and enjoyed the view. The boots available to dig for clams were a very nice touch for the amenities. The stay was overwhelmingly positive, a couple negatives were the cottage next door was used while we were there and it was unclear if we were supposed to share the kayaks. Kathy assured us there wouldn’t be a problem and there wasn’t. The other negative for us was the hint of cat smell or old house smell. We have cat allergies and did not have any issues so it wasn’t a big deal, but concerned us at first.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
We loved the house’s proximity to Roche Harbor. We walked up to the general store and restaurants a few times, which was fun. I wish the water heater had more capacity, as we ran out of hot water after each shower. Overall, it’s a peaceful, relaxing place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Want for nothing
This place is the best stocked place I have rented. Nothing forgotten.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.My friends and I wanted a quiet weekend in the San Juan Islands of Washington state. They had never been there. The Home is in a great location on a very quiet bay. The sea and animal life did not disappoint us. We were able to see sea otters playing, seals, blue herons that make the bay their home. Friday Harbor was just minutes away. We were a quick walk to Roche Harbor and restaurants. The home had a well appointed kitchen, nice bathrooms . They had all you needed to keep entertained and even beachcombing items if you needed them.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect oceanfront cottage
Our family had such an amazing stay at this property. The location was amazing, right on Westcott Bay, walkable to Roche. There were games and water equipment perfect for our daughter, I would highly recommend the property and will try to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Time on San Juan Island
Great location; conveniently close to Roche Harbor (walks, pickleball). Had all the amenities needed at the house. Would suggest, if possible, trimming lower branches on trees for better view of the bay and replacing old light switches.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, comfortable, and convenient
I've rented several houses near Roche Harbor over the years for my kids and grandkids to stay in while my husband and I are there on our boat. This was by far the nicest and most convenient. Very roomy, nice and clean, and the distance to Roche Harbor and the marina was an easy walk/bike ride. Kathy was very helpful and responsive when my kids arrived early and wanted to know if they could check in early. It was a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Maryellen "Ellie" A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful tide flats
Had a great stay. Kids loved exploring the tide flats.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M. B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Headquarters
A sanctuary
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness
San Juan Island 2023
Excellent location, nice house, proper amenities. Only negative were that mattress were a little too firm for my old man back. 7 stars out of 10.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

dan k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Much better than pictures, but terrible beds!
The pictures online make this place look pretty dark and dingy, but it’s actually quite bright, has great views from the bedrooms, and is much closer to the beach than expected! However, the beds are terrible in every room, and everyone from the youngest person (14) to our oldest (75) complained about waking up with back pain. I actually had to move from the twin bedroom in BR3 to the couch because the springs were digging into my body.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home in an incredible location
This house has everything a multi-generational family on vacation would want. The amenities in this home are incredible: * Kitchen has everything and then some. You can cook anything with confidence that the proper tools or plates will be there. * Lots of fun board games to pick from. We played Scattergories and laughed so much. * There are kayaks to launch practically right off the back deck. Wescott Bay is tranquil and simply gorgeous. * There are bikes in the shed * There are black welly-type boots to wear if you want to explore the Bay at low tide. The deck overlooks the Wescott Bay with stunning views and ample wildlife to view.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Stephanie C., Mercer Island, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of creatures
As other reviews have mentioned, some aspects are shabby and worn and could use replacing - kids mattresses in the numb bed room, kitchen cabinets, living room furniture. For us the experience was really marred by the creatures in the area…the night before we got there, raccoons had gotten into the trash and made a mess. Then our first night, they actually ripped open a screen window, came into the kitchen, and demolished a loaf of bread! Furthermore, the neighbor next door has a big, red Macaw parrot that makes the most unholy screeching noises VERY loudly, so if you’re trying to enjoy time outdoors beware. Also, while we were there one of the (old) toilet handles broke and I had to go to the hardware store and get a replacement part and fix it myself so that we were not down to 1 toilet with 4 people over the holiday weekend. I sent pictures and a receipt but the property manager seems to have ghosted me instead of reimbursing - and frankly, sparing them a handyman call and cost should get some thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Emily G.

A great spot
Easy location walking distance to Roche Harbor. The house was bigger than the picture. A bit dated and worn but it does the trick. Bring eye masks for summer as the light starts streaming in around 4:30am. Kids had a great time playing around the dock. Idyllic location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
The house is very comfortable and the property location amazing! Our family of 5 adults and a 2 yr old had a wonderful time exploring the island. Very quiet and relaxing. Kathy was quick to respond to a question. There isn't a door on the upstairs bedroom but there is a baby gate. Fun weekend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cory D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Reviews were right
Glad we stayed here
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meg R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sisters weekend
We had a wonderful stay at this property. Walking into the house the first night, we had a spectacular view of the full moon over the bay through the picture window. The house was very comfortable and was exactly as described. I would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Westcott Bay Magic
We could not have selected a better property for time with our kids and grandkids. House completely stocked with not only living essentials but also kayaks, bikes, and essentials for clamming which our grand girls did for hours. Easy 10 minute walk to Roche Harbor resort facilities and easy 15 minute drive to Friday Harbor. Kathy was especially helpful and immediately available solving a couple of minor normal problems that arose. Right on the water, absolutely beautiful views. We highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in a beautiful location.
We had a delightful stay in this comfortable home. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to cook a few meals. The views are stunning. We used the on-site kayaks every evening to explore the peaceful bay and meet the resident harbor seal. It’s a cozy, homey spot our family loved.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic views.
It is a beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sian H., Portland, OR

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
The photos do not do this property justice! We just wish we were able to stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home
Overall it was a lovely home with beautiful views and good proximity to many things. It was nice to be away from the touristy area of Friday Harbor but still close by. Its important to note there is no door on the master bedroom and a large window which sends in lots of morning light. Also the property is listed as having 2 parking spaces but only comes with one due to a small cabin on the same property.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mika M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away from Home
We had a fabulous time clamming, kayaking and bird watching. It was a short walk to the sculpture park and Roach Harbor. House was comfortable and my three kid fit in kids room 5, 7 and 10. Plenty of games and DVDs to chill after a day of exploration and playing at the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property in an amazing location
The property is walking distance to Roche Harbor. It came with kayaks and is right on the bay so we went kayaking, it came with lots of games, the kitchen was fully stocked. Great place to spend time with friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bhawna A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great waterfront home for relaxation and escape
This is our second stay at this lovely home with our 2 children. We love the space, well stocked kitchen (we prepared a full thanksgiving dinner here!) and the bay is so calm even as we enter the winter months. We even able to use the row boat to try our hand at crabbing! The sculpture garden is just around the corner and a hit for the whole family! We have loved our time here and will plan to stay again in the summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Gorgeous views from most rooms. However, did not know how 9 people could find a place to sleep. Beautiful king master upstairs, but downstairs only 3 single bunk beds and one double bed, which was too small for my 6 foot 4 husband,and me to share. So we slept in different rooms and we made it work. Loved the peace,the view, and the deck!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cidering Group Stay
Great location and space, beautiful views and awesome proximity to Roche Harbor.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marion M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful spot for an extended family gathering.
Wonderful spot for an extended family gathering with a warm, welcoming feel to the house that was well equipped for a group. Well stocked kitchen for cooking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic
Beautiful location for a whale watching trip and long weekend getaway. Our VRBO home and owners were wonderful- very responsive, very accommodating. The home was super comfy, and the kitchen well appointed. We had use of bikes, kayaks, and clam digging equipment had we had time for all such adventures. 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melinda D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Amazing property and Kathy was very helpful !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Lee M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Some Gripes" Front door access difficult
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Im sorry just a phone call away, Explicit instructions on the welcome information. Kathy

6/10 Okay

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Didn't quite meet our expectations
This property has an amazing view, but I don't recommend this for 4 adults traveling together. The "room" with a king bed is actually a loft. There is no door to the loft and therefore no privacy. There are also no curtains on the main window for the king loft. This means that the owner, who's house is right next door, can look right into the room. The owner doesn't always live there, but she happened to be there when we were. There are 2 bedrooms downstairs, a children's room and a room with a full bed. The property manager misinformed us that it was a queen bed, but it is definitely a full, which is 5 inches shorter and 6 inches narrower than a queen and doesn't work for my 6' 2 husband. The hot water tank is also small and runs out quickly. For just a couple, this house would probably be great, but it didn't work for us, 4 adults and 2 kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun locations.
Roche Harbor is a fun little town and it was nice to have a place to stay within walking distance and on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for what we needed . Lots of room. Cottage was everything we expected .
The property manager Kathy was excellent to deal with . Very quick getting back to us with any questions .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Location is ideal- so very tranquil overlooking the bay. Being so close to Roche was an added bonus. Kathy responded quickly and was easy to work with. Kitchen was well stocked and had everything we needed. I would definitely recommend and I hope to stay again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
Fun time with family - we had everything we needed. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
We love this place
This is our third year coming to the house! We love it. Thank you for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Pat H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting
This property was in a gorgeous setting overlooking Westcott Bay and within walking distance of Roche Harbor. The kitchen is very well stocked with everything you might need to cook a gourmet meal, even spices! We found the front door lock a bit “sticky” but figured it out eventually. Everything was comfortable and welcoming except for the beds in the two downstairs bedrooms. Mattresses need to be replaced. We enjoyed playing with all the “toys” except for one of the kayaks, which had a whole in it. Thank you, Kathy for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Fourth
The location of the property was excellent. Walkable distance to Roche Harbor. Lovely view from the house of Westcott Bay. The kitchen was very well supplied with everything you would need for cooking. We were not in the house very much during the day. It has a nice yard , bicycles and kayaks that can be used as well as yard games in the outdoor shed. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randall L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot just off of Roche Harbor
Had a great time for a few days resting with my family. Roche harbor was within walking distance, and about a 15 minute drive away from Friday harbor. Beach combing was fun as there is waterfront access, kayaks were a great addition, although it is a bit of a haul to get them up and down the hill to and from the beach. View from the living room was great with lots of wildlife coming popping up on the water. Just a perfect little spot if you want to be near a resort, but have the feel of a house. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Jennifer O.

House needs some maintenance but great location
Location is really great, beachfront property. Bedrooms are nice especially the master bedroom. Kitchen wasn’t well cleaned, 2 power outlets didn’t work. First day of our day the fridge died and we had to use the small fridge in cabin next door cause it couldn’t be fixed. Rental info says that that there are 2 bikes and kayaks. The bikes weren’t at the property and the kayaks were not useable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
We found out after having the fridge serviced that it was in fact the breaker switch which was connected to the outlets, the bikes were in the garage and we couldn’t kind anything wrong with the kayaks. Kathy

10/10 Excellent

Tracy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity and Bliss
The house was so comfortable and spacious. Lots of room for people to do what they wanted and hang out. The kitchen has absolutely everything you need to cook for a group including an array of spices and oils. Water pressure was great, lots of hot water, beds were super comfy. The hosts are so gracious and communication was easy. Looking forward to staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca-Lyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
vacation with friends
We had a wonderful stay with beautiful weather. We took advantage of the kayaks and bikes every day. The kitchen was well stocked with pots, pans and other equipment that we would need. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacob H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
Loved the property, easy to access. Was perfect. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kat M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and relaxing
We enjoyed our three nights at this property. The house was spacious bright and fully stocked with everything you could possibly want. There are games, plenty of linens and towels and kayaks that we were able to use. There are bicycles as well for warmer weather. The location was serene and away from the bustling part of town. Yet it was 15-20 to many restaurants and other beautiful spots.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd G.

Spectacular location
This was one of the most peaceful vacation rentals we’ve experienced. So secluded with your own private access to the water. The home was quirky but cool. There were personal items from the owners so I felt like I really needed to be careful and not mess anything up lol. Our main complaint was the beautiful bathtub, there was never enough hot water to truly enjoy it. But other than that we had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
This place is even nicer than the pictures! Great place to relax and also enjoy all the water activities. Everything we needed was there to use and the new deck was a perfect spot for our morning coffee. Very close to Roach Harbor Resort if you need something or want to have a meal out. Looking forward to renting in the future, thanks for sharing your special spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mika M.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was wonderful and kid friendly. View was fantastic and got to watch wildlife in the bay.
We had a great time at the house. Claming with the kids, rowing in the boat, watching harbor seals and otters from the house window. The kitchen was well stocked and organized. Kids room had toys and games. The master bathroom was gorgeous and sufficient hot water to fill the tub. Neighbors we supper friendly. There were activities to do in walking distance ( even with small kids).
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022