Whidbey's Finest Luxury Beachfront Property
Vacation Homes Listing ID #28613
Listing #28613
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Description of the Property
One of the most spectacular properties on Puget Sound, this spacious contemporary 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with two adjacent 1 bedroom cabins is sited on 155' of "sugar sand" no-bank waterfront facing west/southwest. Build castles on the beautiful sandy beach. Cast for salmon from the shore. Cook an outdoor feast in the beachfront barbecue pit, toast the sunset, and celebrate with your friends at the beach shelter and firepit, right on the beach. A 10 minute stroll to the south are the towering firs and old growth hiking trails of South Whidbey State Park.
The Beachfront House is a spacious 3000 sq. ft with true luxury amenities and amazing beach/water/mountain views from every room. Huge open plan kitchen with granite countertops, teak trestle dining set seating 10-12, oak floors with antique Persian carpets, cedar clad cathedral ceilings, 3 cozy gas fireplaces, entertainment size deck, and an atrium room. Our two largest bedrooms each include a king bed. A third contains a queen bed and twin bunk beds. A 4th bedroom contains a twin with trundle bed and opens directly into Bedroom 2, great for a family arrangement. Amenities include a 6 person Hotspring hot tub, HDTV with DVD and Satellite service, 46" widescreen TV with Wii system (new in Jan '09!), Wii sports games, and DVD in family room, multiroom stereo with CDs, stainless steel BBQ, teak outdoor furniture, game table, fully stocked gourmet kitchen with all new appliances, double laundry, and a wide selection of games and books. Very private. Watch cruise ships and freighters ply Admiralty Inlet as the sun sets behind the Olympic Mountains. View sunsets from either your deck, or walk down the concrete path to a beach of stunning natural beauty. A concrete path winds down the hillside (35 steps) to a huge lawn with the sandy beach just beyond. A beach shelter covers a picnic table next to a barbecue pit, right on the beach. Our private heated 40' pool is a lovely option in the summertime. There are many toys and games for younger children and a highchair available for babies. Come visit us on beautiful Whidbey Island!
Airport: Seatac International
Distance: 90 minutes
On-Site Amenities
Our home is sited on the South End of Whidbey Island, just north of Bush Point on Whidbey's "Gold Coast". There are only a couple no-bank sandy waterfront homes in our area. Most of the shoreline for a mile either direction is in its natural state. When choosing a location on Whidbey, west side real estate is always most expensive, because of the sunsets and the Olympic Mts view. Our particular location on the westside just north of the relatively developed Mutiny Bay area is even better. Our recent upgrades have made Whidbey Beachfront House and Cabins the premier luxury vacation rental on Puget Sound- a romantic retreat for 2 couples, or bring the extended family- we sleep up to 14.
- Pool
- Fireplace
- Patio/Deck
- Hot Tub/Sauna
- TV/VCR
- DVD
- Internet Access
- Wireless Internet
- Washer/Dryer
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- CD/Radio
- Barbeque
- Linens
- Parking
- Housekeeping
- Microwave
- Store Nearby
- Phone
- Coffee Maker
- Heating
- Games/Toys
- Toaster
- Blender
- Iron
Activities and Attractions
Hiking/walking. There is a wonderful (2-5 mile) loop from the house which takes you through both old growth forests and sandy beaches. Be sure not to miss the huge 600 year old “Ancient” cedar tree, the largest of many old growth firs and cedars visible in the north part of the trail.
Ebey's Landing in the Coupeville area, offers a 2-3 mile hike that is just stunning. From the Ebey's Landing parking lot, traverse the hillside and return along the beach. Much of this area was recently acquired by the Nature Conservancy.
Beachcombing. You can go north or south on the sandy beach at almost any tide. There is a tide calendar in the kitchen. At low tides, we have seen some people digging giant horse clams (good for chowder) and geoducks (pronounced gooeyducks). There are also crabs in the eelgrass. Try looking for beachglass.
Bird watching. We have binoculars for your use in the beach cabin and main house. Our library contains bird guidebooks as well. Watch for eagles and osprey in the morning. Red-winged blackbirds, goldfinches, hummingbirds, great horned owls, have been recently seen.
Biking. Whidbey Island has some of the best biking roads in Washington State. As zealous riders ourselves, the property’s location providing great riding both north and south of the house was one of the attractions for us. There is a great bike shop in Bayview Corner. You’ll find bike maps in the welcome binder.
Art walks. Langley is a must for art-lovers. Wonderful galleries, especially Museo, and several antique shops. About a 20 minute drive from the house.
Driving Tours. Ebey's Landing: much of this area was recently acquired by a consortium including the Nature Conservancy. This is truly one of the most beautiful areas in the country. Rolling meadows, beautiful farmlands, and great trails along the bluff. Deception Pass: a world class destination- if you are visiting for a week, make sure to plan a drive to the north end of Whidbey. Continue north to Deception Pass, truly an area of world-class beauty!
Tour Port Townsend. Park the car at the Keystone ferry landing, walk on, and take a 35 minute ferry ride to Port Townsend. Pt. Townsend is an historic Washington town with old Victorian gingerbread houses, great shopping, good pubs, and nice restaurants, all within easy walking distance from the ferry dock. There is a ferry schedule in the welcome binder.
Weekend Farmers Markets. Starting late spring, there are 2 wonderful outdoor farmers markets in Bayview on Saturday mornings starting at 10am, about a 15 minute drive.
Greenbank Farm and Winery Hopping. Nearly Greenbank Farm is also a one stop shop for local wineries and offers daily wine tasting. The 522 acre farm includes and duck pond and art galleries, cheese shop, and café that specializes in pies. There are now 8 wineries on Whidbey Island, including these which also have their own tasting rooms: Whidbey Island Vineyards and Winery Langley 360 221-2040, Holmes Harbor Cellars 360 331 3544, Greenbank Cellars 360 678-3964, Swede Hill Cellars 206200 1728.
Garden touring. If you are a gardener, and especially a rhododendron lover, don't miss Meerkerk Gardens, just 10 minutes away on Resort Road, just off the main highway. Go ˝ mile on Resort Road to Meerkerk Lane. The gardens are open 7 days a week 9am to 4pm. Admission is $3 per person.
Kayaking. Whidbey Island Kayaking Company (www.whidbeyislandkayaking.com or 360 321 4683) runs 2 hour guided tours daily from Freeland and other locations around Whidbey, with all equipment supplied. You can also talk with them regarding renting kayaks to keep down at our beach during your stay.
Golf. There are several courses on Whidbey. Holmes Harbor Golf is an 18 hole golf course is open year round to the public, located at 5023 Harbor Hills Drive in Freeland. Call 1-(360)-331-2363. Useless Bay Country Club is an 18-hole private golf course is at 5725 S. Country club Drive in Langley. Call 1 (360)321-5960 Shopping in Coupeville. Coupeville is a quaint seaside town just 20 minutes away. Don't miss the bakery goods at the Knead and Feed, mussels at Toby's, and my favorite women's clothing boutique at the north end of the village.
Kid Stuff. There is a cute library in Freeland- good for a rainy day activity. Don't miss the incredible wooden playground structure at the Community Park on Maxwelton Road, just beyond the High School. There is also a smaller playground on Holmes Harbor in Freeland. Fly one of our kites in the beach cabin basement if it's windy. Play badminton or volleyball if it's not. Try Bocce ball or croquet on the lawn. There are lots of lawn toys in the cabin basement.
- Beach
- Golf
- Tennis
- Boating
- Bicycling
- Fishing
- Kayaking
- Restaurant Nearby
- Casinos
- Diving
Rates
| Start Date | End Date | Nightly | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 5, 2009 | Jun 10, 2009 | $595.00 | $1,190.00 | $3,500.00 | ------ |
| Jun 11, 2009 | Sep 4, 2009 | $995.00 | ------ | $6,500.00 | ------ |
| Sep 5, 2009 | Oct 1, 2009 | $725.00 | ------ | $4,500.00 | ------ |
| Oct 2, 2009 | Jun 2, 2010 | $595.00 | ------ | $3,500.00 | ------ |
Rates are in $US and subject to change without notice.
Rental Rate Notes
50% deposit to reserve dates Rates INCLUDE cleaning fees Sales/hotel tax of 10.4% added to bill Refundable security deposit of $500 Holiday weekend rates are $725 per night with a 3 night minimumRental Policies
Summer season: minimum stay 7 nights mid-June through Labor Day. Peak rates apply June- September and Holidays. 14 person max for House and Cabins at all times, 10 person max for House only. No parties or weddings allowed. All rates subject to 10.3% WA State and Motel/Hotel Tax. Pets are not allowed in the house or on the property- no exceptions please. No smoking please.
50% deposit required at time of reservation. Remaining fees are due two weeks before arrival including $500 refundable security deposit.
Security deposit will be returned if guests leave the house picked up, undamaged and the kitchen cleaned. All funds will be refunded if written notice of cancellation is received 90 days or more before the beginning of your reservation dates. $300 of your deposit will be refunded if written cancellation of your reservation is received 45 days or more prior to the beginning of your stay. No refunds will be given when written notice of cancellation is received less than 45 days before the beginning of your stay.
