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Welcoming Orcas Island home w/bay views and contemporary features

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Exterior
Living area
Bathroom
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 9292.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Eastsound, WA
  • Darvill's Bookstore
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Eastsound Beaches
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mt. Constitution
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Eastsound, WA (ESD-Orcas Island)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Welcoming Orcas Island home w/bay views and contemporary features

Gafford Guest House

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If sunlight is your fancy, this beautiful ranch-style home is the one for you. The large windows throughout the house boast ocean and bay views, and the expansive deck that surrounds the house is a perfect place to wind down after your busy day in Eastsound. The wood floors, granite countertops and professional piano perfectly accentuate the gorgeous views outside, and the kitchen and living room both have everything you need to feel right at home.

What's nearby:
This home is right in between Turtleback Mountain Preserve and Moran State Park, so wildlife sightings are almost a guarantee no matter what time of year you are visiting. It is also a short drive into the town of Eastsound, where the local restaurants and shopping are second to none.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen (dishwasher)
Extra table/folding chairs available

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 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
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Eastsound

Located in Eastsound, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Orcas Island Historical Museum and Rosario Mansion Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Mt. Constitution and Port Stanley Schoolhouse. Darvill's Bookstore 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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Eastsound, WA

What's nearby

  • Darvill's Bookstore - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Eastsound Beaches - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cascade Lake - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Orcas Island Golf Course - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Mt. Constitution - 25 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Eastsound, WA (ESD-Orcas Island) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Country Corner - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Island Hoppin' Brewery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Mansion Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Doe Bay Resort & Retreat - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Brown Bear Baking - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcoming Orcas Island home w/bay views and contemporary features pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcoming Orcas Island home w/bay views and contemporary features?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcoming Orcas Island home w/bay views and contemporary features?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcoming Orcas Island home w/bay views and contemporary features located?

Located in the heart of Eastsound, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Crescent Beach, Darvill's Bookstore and Eastsound Beaches. Orcas Island Historical Museum and Matia Island State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 94 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

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

Wonderful Family Vacation Home

Everything is very clean and comfy, four kids all had rooms to themselves, and lots of bathrooms makes for a very relaxing vacation for two families. We are already hoping to be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ashes to Ashes

The Gafford House is a wonderful place for a large group vacation. The view is magnificent and we saw several bald eagles and a golden eagle…don’t forget your binoculars. There is a large bird feeder on the deck to enjoy the local birds…so bring some bird seed. The kitchen is equipped with more than you could imagine needing to make a gourmet meal and we made several. There is a Webber BBQ for grilling. Games galore and puzzles. The tub in the master suite is amazing. I would recommend this property to anyone looking for relaxing, enjoyable, memory making vacation.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Blake M.

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

Lovely Stay on Orcas Island

Great location and views over the bay. Big kitchen and comfortable rooms to hang out in.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Family time on Orcas Island

The view was fabulous, the kitchen was well equipped and the large deck was a huge bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shirley W.

Perfect family retreat.

Having everything we could want, down to the bird food.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Arjun V.

Great location!

Great location and views.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helane R.

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

Gafford Guest House

The home is absolutely spectacular, it was everything and more than what was shown in the pictures. It was very clean; the kitchen is very well stocked and the bathroom amenities including the black facial wash clothes didn't go un-noticed. The back deck was lovely for viewing the spectacular views.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

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

Siblings Reunion

The house was charming in design and well constructed. Loved the wrap around porch and views of the sunsets over the bay. Everyone was very happy with their beds and bathrooms. Kitchen had all the necessary appliances. Very nice place!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paula C.

What a view

Gafford House is a lovely place to stay, extremely room, full service kitchen, wrap around deck with beautiful views of eastsound bay. Great place for a family or friends get together
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth E.

Beautiful and spacious home!

The home was absolutely wonderful! It was more than spacious enough to host our family of 9 adults! There were also plenty of dishes and cookware! Finally - the view - SPECTACULAR!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Roy S.

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

Wonderful home!

The house was perfect for 6 older adults. Great location. Well equipped kitchen and well equipped house. Beautiful view. Nice wrap around porch. Communication from the company could have been better, but we were finally answered and check-in was easy. Would rent the house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Lovely Orcas View Home

Beautiful traditional home for family get-togethers near Eastsound. The furnishings and decor are lovely and make the generously sized rooms feel warm and cozy. For our group of nine, there was plenty of comfortable seating indoors and outside for eating and lounging. The deck is fantastic and we loved the views and just hanging out there. Also, the kids really enjoyed the games. It's a great house for mixed ages. The kitchen is also terrific - spacious and well-provisioned.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jolie J.

Excellent stay in paradise

This place was perfect for our family reunion. The house and everything in included were wonderful, clean, comfortable, beautiful! There was gathering space, and room to escape for a moment alone too. We loved it. Thank you! We hope to return.

10/10 Excellent

Mari H.

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

Would come again

Very spacious and quiet. We had everything we needed for a family getaway. Would definitely come again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Home away from Home❤️

This was our second time to book this beautiful home. The location is great. The view is beautiful. Tucked away in a peaceful area. Looking forward to our next stay on Orcas Island!

10/10 Excellent

April B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful View

Nice and secluded, beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rett N.

It has a lovely view and wonderful serenity

Nice ample room, comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rene B.

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

Exceeding expectations!

We went to Orcas this February for a weekend of exploring. This home was more than we were expecting. An amazing forested property with an incredible view, a spacious comfortable home with everything you need. We are definitely coming back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Tyler A., Moscow

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

Nice home, spacious. Comfortable.

Nice home, would come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gail D.

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

Great stay

Cozy home. Second time we stayed. Girls weekend. Spotless. Comfortable beds and well appointed kitchen. Close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ella L.

gorgeous home, lovely views, close to town

what a lovely property! easily slept 7 with lots of space to relax, a delightful tub and a veranda with stunning views of the water and hills. quiet, comfortable, well suited to a larger group. we had a small issue that was quickly, easily and personably resolved before we checked in, the team is great!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Noam N.

Great property... wonderfully kept

This is a great property for renters who want the relaxed and outdoorsy beauty of Orcas. Close enough to everything on the island, and very well-kept. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sherri H.

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

Great place for a getaway

Beautiful property with gorgeous views of the water. The house is spacious and comfortable and is a great place for a gathering of friends and family. The location was great, but a few minutes from town. Have already recommended the house to several friends and will likely return myself.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

PAMELA G.

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

Gafford Guest House

This was a fabulous house for the 4 adult couples who stayed. Well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, excellent views. The antique books were amazing and the games a lot of fun. Only improvements would be more wash cloths, upgrade the towels, a propane grill.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

Our spring break stay!

This was our families first time coming to the San Juan’s. The house was amazing and had so much space!! Location was PERFECT! We took our little kids to the beach everyday right down the road to look for seashells. Loved how close it was to town and the views of sunset were spectacular! Older furniture on the inside and hard wood floors, but beds were comfortable, a lot of games to play, extra appliances, towels (which you never get enough of when you stay places-this house was stocked up!), large patio, and amazing kitchen made it easy to have multiple people cooking. We just had to watch the stairs for our 2yo since the baby gate wouldn’t fit, but that was it. Would absolutely recommend this place for a quiet, relaxing getaway. We will definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

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