Orcas Island Waterfront Home, Spectacular Views & Wildlife, Privately Sleeps 6
Orcas, San Juan County, United States View On Map
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Orcas Island Waterfront Home, Spectacular Views & Wildlife, Privately Sleeps 6 The Quinn CottageAn Orcas Island Waterfront RetreatSan Juan County Permit #2004PROV006The Quinn Cottage is a lovely waterfront home nestled on a sunny, wooded acre of land looking across Harney Channel to Shaw Island. The famous San Juan Island ferries and a continual romantic parade of pleasure boats sail by the cottag...
Orcas Island Waterfront Home, Spectacular Views & Wildlife, Privately Sleeps 6 The Quinn CottageAn Orcas Island Waterfront RetreatSan Juan County Permit #2004PROV006The Quinn Cottage is a lovely waterfront home nestled on a sunny, wooded acre of land looking across Harney Channel to Shaw Island. The famous San Juan Island ferries and a continual romantic parade of pleasure boats sail by the cottage’s view throughout the day. The south-facing exposure catches the sunrise and sunset as well as all the sunlight and warmth possible through the seasons. It is a perfect location.The cottage is just two miles from the Orcas Island ferry landing and public dock and the quaint Orcas Village with a well-stocked country market, shops and eateries, the Victorian era Orcas Hotel and Restaurant, movie rentals, whale watching excursion boats, and kayak rentals. Also two miles from the cottage is Bayhead Marina with boat slips and an easy boat and kayak launch ramp. Lake Killebrew, a small public lake only one mile away, is fun for fishing, hiking, and exploration.An abundance of wildlife can be enjoyed from this pretty seaside retreat: deer, rabbits, raccoons, otters, mink, seals, bald eagles, heron, and an endless variety of other sea, shore, and land birds. At low tide the rocks at the water’s edge offer hours of exploration for oysters, starfish, crab, small fish, octopus, jelly fish, and other sea creatures.Kayaking from this side of the island is fabulous. Other islands, coves, beaches, and villages are all within easy paddle distances. Rental guests are given information and advice so they can create their exciting kayaking adventures.At night the sound of water lapping against the rocks and beach lulls visitors to sleep.This light, airy, recently remodeled home has an open living room, dining room, and kitchen with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and floor to ceiling windows opening onto a large wrap-around main deck. The panoramic view from this 'great room' is stunning. It is also completely furnished with all the details of a cozy family cottage. The home's sleeping areas include a private King bedroom, a private Queen bedroom, and a private office with a Queen bed, as well as two colorful bathrooms with showers. The bedrooms have lovely pillows and spreads, cozy comforters, and high quality bedding and linens. The entire home has many European Bed and Breakfast touches and amenities.Wood is supplied for the charming wood-burning stove in the living room. In addition every room in the home has its own baseboard heater and separate thermostat for year-round comfort. The open, sunny kitchen is fully equipped for cooking, dining, and entertaining with lovely dishes, table ware, and linens. Even the gourmet cook will find the necessary appliances, cookware, bake ware, and utensils for any special recipe.The pantry/laundry room has a washer and dryer, cleaning and laundry supplies, picnic ware, beach towels, and ample storage space. Many cooking essentials are available for use by the rental guest, including spices, herbs, coffee, tea, sugar and oils, and much more.The large glassed-in upper deck and the water's edge lower deck have Adirondack chairs, dining tables, a gas barbeque, a gas fire pit for 'camp fires,' and a hammock. Both upper and lower decks are lovely spots for reading, relaxing, dining, and the constant viewing of water and wildlife. The landscaped areas around the house have whimsical pieces of “exterior art” and other treasures. The acre of land beyond the house is covered with mossy knolls and sunny fields, creating a cushion of peace for the cottage. No road noise can be heard from this serene spot.Other amenities of this inviting home include Fiber Optic Wifi, Dish Network television, puzzles and games, a large library of adult and children’s movies, and a DVD player. Orcas Island itself offers many adventures, including hiking, sea kayaking, lake and ocean fishing, boating, whale watching, canoeing, shopping, beach combing, and biking, as well as day trips by ferry to other islands and Victoria, British Columbia. The island has many local fairs and celebrations, open-air music concerts, quality live theatre, flea markets, garage sales, and farmers’ markets.Eastsound, the main village on the island, and a 15 to 20-minute drive from the Quinn Cottage through pastoral farmlands and beautiful mountain vistas, is a charming town with many restaurants, specialty shops, and a major super market.A stay at the Quinn Cottage leaves all visitors with lasting memories of adventure, escape, and rejuvenation. One of the Quinn Cottage vacationers said it this way: “As I sat on the cottage deck on the last day of our week’s stay, watching the sun slowly set over the shimmering water in front of me, I got a lump in my throat knowing that I had to leave this amazing place. I could see why the Quinn's have been coming here for more than thirty years and still can’t wait to return. I knew that I would return as well.”We invite you to visit this special island and stay in our own magic spot, the Quinn Cottage. Please check our website calendar for available dates. We look forward to getting your request by email. Please also feel free to request by email additional photos, Google Map location, as well as more excerpts from the Quinn Cottage guest book.No Smoking, No Pets, Consult with owners about children under 5.Also see our #335603 Quinn Cottage San Diego.Keywords: home, waterfront, view, wildlife, privacy, quiet
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Telephone
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Wood stove
- Desk
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Blender
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
- Beach chairs
- Beach towels
- Boat
- Kayak / canoe
- Golf
- Tennis
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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)
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Emergency exit route
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Location type
- Waterfront
- Oceanfront
- Village
- Water view
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Sailing
- Snorkelling
- Scuba diving
- Boating
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Windsurfing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Horseback riding
- Health/beauty spa
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Basketball court
- Whale watching
- Ecotourism
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Marina
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Tennis court
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Fireplace
- Outdoor space
- Barbecue grill
- Free WiFi
- Dryer
- Water view
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:30 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 4
- Check-out: Before 10:30 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- We request that renters bring "inside shoes/slippers" so that they will leave "outside shoes" at the door.: We request that renters bring "inside shoes/slippers" so that they will leave "outside shoes" at the door.
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Orcas
Located in Orcas, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Orcas Island Historical Museum and Whale Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include 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.
Nearby locations
- West Sound Marina 12 min drive
- Cascade Lake 31 min drive
- Orcas Island Artworks 33 min drive
- Odlin County Park 41 min drive
- Lopez Island Bike Ride 45 min drive
Getting around
- Westsound, WA (WSX) 12 min drive
Restaurants
- Lopez Islander Tiki Bar 46 min drive
- The Mansion Restaurant 32 min drive
- Boathouse Ciderworks 7 min drive
- Isabel's Espresso 45 min drive
- Haven Kitchen & Bar 45 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Orcas Island Waterfront Home, Spectacular Views & Wildlife, Privately Sleeps 6 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Orcas Island Waterfront Home, Spectacular Views & Wildlife, Privately Sleeps 6?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Orcas Island Waterfront Home, Spectacular Views & Wildlife, Privately Sleeps 6?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Orcas Island Waterfront Home, Spectacular Views & Wildlife, Privately Sleeps 6 located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of West Sound Marina, Blind Island State Park and Turtleback Mountain. Odlin County Park and Orcas Island Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).