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On the beach
On the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Eastsound, WA
  • Cascade Lake
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Doe Bay Hot Springs
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Mt. Constitution
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Eastsound, WA (ESD-Orcas Island)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the area

Eastsound

On the beach.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Eastsound cabin, you'll find Matia Island State Park and Crescent Beach. North Beach and The Funhouse Discovery Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Moran State Park - 19 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Cascade Lake - 20 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Eastsound Beaches - 20 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Doe Bay Hot Springs - 35 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Mt. Constitution - 36 min drive - 22.3 km

Getting around

  • Rosario, WA (RSJ-Rosario Seaplane Base) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Country Corner - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Island Hoppin' Brewery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Mansion Restaurant - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Doe Bay Resort & Retreat - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Brown Bear Baking - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Adventure cabin on the water, perfect for wildlife viewing

Whale View Waterfront Cottage

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Dine with the eagles, whales and other wildlife on the wraparound deck of this beautiful Orcas Island cottage. The 'A' frame and wooden interior enhance the rustic feel of this house, while the fully stocked kitchen, comfortable living room, and upright piano give the home a cozy feeling. The interior features coupled with the expansive views to the north make this the person spot for your next family vacation.

What's nearby:
This home is placed perfectly for watching wildlife and overlooking the sea-life from the hillside above the ocean. Eastsound proper is just a short drive away where you can stock up for your adventures at Country Corner Market and Deli, or check out the local shopping.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Limited or no TV reception (VCR and DVD movie library)
Not suitable for trailers of RVs/semi cabs, etc

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Washington

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Adventure cabin on the water, perfect for wildlife viewing Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve & Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Whale Watching House
Wonderful house to stay and explore Orcas Island. Great view.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana Z.

Family Fun
We had a great time, we saw Deer, Racoon, and Eagles. The place was well stocked. We would have loved some better coffee mugs, but that’s just us being coffee snobs. The upstairs bedroom has a distinct odor and some cobwebs could be taken care of, but other than that the place was clean and spacious.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Shari W., Portland, OR

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing View
The view was stunning. We saw porpoises and a harbor seal from the deck. The house could use a few repairs, but nothing major. The location is quite remote - great for quiet and privacy, but a little inconvenient for going places. Overall, we had a lovely time.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Judy H.

Beautiful View, Very Private
This property is listed as being in Olga. I see it was changed after we booked it. It's nowhere near Olga. That said, it was an enjoyable, comfortable place to vacation.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Leigha G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Summer family vacation
I would not stay here again. The house is in need of very deep clean. There were cobwebs and dust all over the pictures, wall hangings, and table tops upon arrival. It looked like it had been cleaned long before our arrival and then sat empty for quite some time. There were at least 8 spiders with webs just hanging out in various rooms and mouse droppings in the bottom cabinets of the kitchen. I called property management and she was very empathetic and sent someone to set mouse traps and clean the droppings. The house has a beautiful view but no good furniture to enjoy it on. I'd love to vacation on the island again but not at this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely outstanding views!!!
The cabin was beautiful and beds were very comfortable. The views from every window in the house were breathtaking. It was very private and very very quiet. we saw seals, otters, eagles and deer. In order to see whales we rented a 19 foot boat in Deer Harbor and went to Walden Island where we saw a small pod of orcas which was thrilling. The only downside to the cabin was that the written directions to the cabin were horrible. It’s a lot easier to get to than the directions indicate! We finally had to ask some neighbors where to find the cabin.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
We'll be back
This place was magical! We are already talking about returning next year. The house is comfortable with a rustic feel. There was more than enough room for my partner, me, and a friend. The location was so special on a bluff about the water with a view across the sound to Mt. Rainier, it was hard for us to pry ourselves away to go do anything. The house feels remote; even though it is only 5 miles from town, it takes 15 minutes to get there because half of the route is on narrow, windy, unlit roads that turn to gravel near the end. While that might discourage some, for us it was a plus. The beds were comfortable and there were plenty of towels. We appreciated the individual heat controls in various parts of the house. The full size washer and dryer were good quality and helpful as we were on a longer trip and needed to do laundry. We love the place, but if I could get greedy and have it the way I want -- it might be time to upgrade the kitchen a bit with some better quality pots and pans. Also, leaving some basic condiments in the fridge/cupboard (ketchup, mustard, olive oil) would be helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Abraham H.

Liked: Cleanliness
House with a great view
This house gave our family a lovely getaway for a week. It's a 15-minute drive from Eastsound, the main town on the Island. Important: Make sure to walk to the opposite end of Ringtail Lane to find the little path down to a small and charming beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Karen L.

Needs serious maintenence
The master bathroom and sink didn't drain, serious leak under kitchen sink and outside faucet, dishwasher needs replaced, need updating towels and potholders, cubbiards weren't clean, fridge wasn't clean, beautiful view, not being well maintained at all, only three bigger coffee mugs, etc,
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Peaceful
My husband and I live on a peninsula across the water from the Seattle area. We have beautiful views of the city at night, the North Cascades and Mt. Rainier. We were, however, blown away by the views from the Cedar House. Surrounded by incredibly beautiful forest and water on the edge of a cliff, this property is amazing. We all needed a break from the stress of the past year of pandemic isolation. This was the perfect spot. Very clean, well equipped in every way with wonderful selection of books and DVDs. The owners have put a lot of thought into making sure their guests are well cared for.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Marie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Comfortable, quiet and nice view, but wifi was unreliable and the trees dropped sap on our truck. These two factors were very disappointing and frustrating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Restful with a Great View
Three story A frame on cliff above the sea with spectacular view. Great adult getaway! Found it to be clean and well supplied. Property was private with nice NW beach near. It was an ideal place for our father/son vacation and we hope to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paula J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as amazing as I thought it would be!!
Breakfast and dinner on the deck, otters, eagles and deer in our own backyard. Our own neighborhood beach for bocce ball! Life is good!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Becky S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible location
The house has stunning views from its wraparound deck. While there are neighbors close by, it still feels very secluded. There is beach access and an incredible viewpoint just a short walk from the property. The house was clean and comfortable, with lots of space to spread out. The only issue we ran into was that the internet/wifi didn't work for the entire duration of our stay. It was unclear whether this was due to an issue with the internet provider or something else. That said, we had a great time at this lovely place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Father’s Day Getaway
What a wonderful retreat! We enjoyed this very spacious cabin, nestled in the woods and overlooking a beautiful ocean view accompanied by eagles and deer. Easy access to town, nice and private. Great place all around - we can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Aida K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location is misrepresented, there is no access to the beach as listed in the ad
the property is well maintain, difficult to find without a navigation system. The view is beautiful and scenic, but calling this a whale watching house is a misrepresentation, as is the access to the beach. It is not safe for small children, as the house sits on a high drop off without security barrier. We will not rent there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gang Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin with the best view on Orcas Island!
Caring landlord. Providing everything we need during our stay. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Carla W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whale view cabin
Very comfortable. Beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karin V.

So nice
We have rented the house because my family from Denmark came to visit. The house was so nice. It is so much nicer than on the photos. Lots of books to read, toy to play with for the kids. You really feel at home. They heated the house before we came which was a very nice gesture.The tv room was fantastic!! The view from the house was beautiful and so was the beach. We would love to come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adam L.

Super nice spot
Great views, great deck, easy to find. Clean and comfortable. We were 7 adults and fit great. Nice having two showers—we ran the Moran Relay that weekend and definitely be needed them. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Thomas U.

Spacious and right on the water
It was convenient to pickup the keys in town and head out to the cabin. It is much larger than the pictures make it look. It's right on the water and we were treated to Orcas, Dolphins and Seals throughout our stay. The only thing that makes it a 4 vs a 5 is the location. The view is fantastic but it's about 15-20 min back into town if you want to get supplies. The community beach was very nice and private. Definitely would recommend. The contract was a little confusing, I thought we had to clean up the place but possibly didn't, we did anyway, yay. There were 8 of us and we had room for everyone. The owner was good to warn us about getting reservations for the Ferry, there were indeed some people at the terminal who didn't get on the boat, reserve early!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Ruth Anne W.

Dirty bedspreads, blankets, and mattress cover.
With exception of sheets and towels, all other linens were very dirty. Used bandaid stuck to bedspread, food stains on others. Dead bugs on one of the mattress covers. Was told unapologetically by office personnel that bedding is washed “at the beginning of the season”. It’s mid-August. Yuck. Otherwise, beautiful location. Great property. Nice layout. Quiet and serene. Please clean your bedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ramiza K.

Beautiful Home in a Spectacular Location
We loved everything about this house. It was perfect for three friends and two ten-year-olds. The house was clean and well-equipped, and the views are spectacular. The community beach is lovely. We saw lots of wildlife right at the house, including dolphins and bald eagles. We're already talking about coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W., Houston, Tx

This beautiful cabin was perfect for our family of 6 with 4 adult-college age kids!
We loved that the cabin was close to town, but very secluded and peaceful. We grilled fresh oysters and watched seals and birds from the deck, and explored the lower beach and found starfish, anemones and other sea life at low tide. Plenty of room and all the amenities we needed - but we were only there at night for the most part. We explored a few islands in our time in the SanJuans and enjoyed coming back to our "home base" for a relaxing evening. Thank you for sharing your little slice of Heaven!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Beautiful views of the water and mountains.
We were treated to beautiful views of the water and mountains from this property. Mt Baker was out in all of its glory. There was enough space for our group of 5 adults and 2 kiddos to sleep and hang out. Kitchen was a bit small but we made it work and were still able to cook our meals just with fewer chefs in the kitchen. 🙂 We did have some troubles with the dishwasher working properly, even with following the directions provided on how to use it. We ended up hand washing most of our dishes. Also, we did not notice the fine print stating that toilet paper, paper towel, dish and hand soap were not provided. I have stayed in many rental properties and that was the first time I have had to bring my own toilet paper. Make sure to stop in town and pick some up before heading out to the house. We enjoyed walking down to the beach front. One other sort of interesting thing was the inventory list of every single item in the house. Overall a good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018