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The Bungalow on the Shore in West Sound

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Marina
Beach
Exterior
Dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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802 Deer Harbor Rd, Eastsound, WA, 98245
  • West Sound Marina
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Orcas Island Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Cascade Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Westsound, WA (WSX)
    ‪8 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Bungalow on the Shore in West Sound

Launch your island explorations and / or work remotely from the Bungalow in West Sound! Gorgeous views across Deer Harbor Road to the waters of West Sound. Southern outlooks include the boat masts in the harbor, sunsets to the west, and a bucolic orchard. Totally refurbished, this shoreline home is comfortable, fresh and charming. West sound Marina is just a short stroll down the street for boat moorage and/or Kenmore Air service. Public access on the shore offers beach combing, clamming, and sailing. Orcas Island Yacht Club is next door with summer sailing lessons for kids available in the harbor. Dine on the roomy deck or lounge in the Adirondack chairs with the soothing sounds of the creek next door as it tumbles into the sea. Relax in the cool evening air enjoying the charming ambiance of the propane fire pit. Families will love playing in the large level yard, observing abundant wildlife including families of deer, perhaps an otter, mink or racoon, and a plethora of birds. Cozy and secluded for a couple or small family, yet with sleeping quarters and dining areas for eight or more. On the main level is the master bedroom with king bed and attached master bathroom and second bedroom with queen bed, plus sofa bed in the living room. Second full bath is also on this level. Large loft has an additional two queens and two twin roll-aways for more sleeping options. Loft also serves as a rec room with roomy T.V. viewing area, games, and game/project table. Well-appointed kitchen with new propane range and hood, new refrigerator and propane barbecue right outside. Great room is a terrific gathering place year around with large dining table and cozy propane heating stove. A panel of windows across the space frames the picture-perfect view. Coffee/tea service is provided, as well as all bathroom amenities, and laundry room products. The house has a security camera, solar and power backup and there is an EV charger for your convenience, as well as high speed fiber internet. We love to recommend many local favorite hikes, shops, cafes and beaches for you to explore during your stay. We look forward to hosting you!
SJC Permit #PCUP00-11-0004.
Please note we thoroughly disinfect the home between guests.

Property manager

Ruth Johnston
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German

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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 11:00 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
No outside noise after 10:00 pm

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

About the area

Eastsound

Located in Eastsound, this holiday home is near the airport and near the beach. Orcas Island Historical Museum and Rosario Mansion Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at West Sound Marina and Orcas Island Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider 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.
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Eastsound, WA

What's nearby

  • West Sound Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Turtleback Mountain - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Orcas Island Golf Course - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Cascade Lake - 19 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Roche Harbor Marina - 75 min drive - 34.8 km

Getting around

  • Westsound, WA (WSX) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Country Corner - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Island Hoppin' Brewery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Mansion Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Brown Bear Baking - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lower Tavern - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bungalow on the Shore in West Sound pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bungalow on the Shore in West Sound?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bungalow on the Shore in West Sound?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bungalow on the Shore in West Sound located?

This family-friendly Eastsound holiday home is located near the airport, within 3 mi (5 km) of West Sound Marina, Turtleback Mountain and Skull Island State Park. Darvill's Bookstore and Jones Island State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 39 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

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

Great for family getaway

Well equipped house with easy access to West Sound.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leif W.

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

Perfect Island Bungalow

The bungalow was perfect for 4 adults and 2 children. It was clean and matched the description. Ruth was the most responsive and helpful host I've had with any short term rental and I'd recommend staying here to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

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

Great stay in Orcas

We had a wonderful time at the bungalow in west sound! It was in a great location near the water and close to everything. The house was very comfortable, clean, and had everything we could’ve needed. We’ll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Glorious!!

What a wonderful stay we had ! The home was perfect in every way. It was exactly what we needed. Very comfortable home with fantastic views!! Ruth was very helpful with info on places to visit and wonderful restaurants to enjoy a meal. My family and I enjoyed our stay at this wonderful home. Wished we could stayed longer !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy R.

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

Fantastic

I highly recommend this property to anyone visiting Orcas Island. It was spotless, well appointed, convenient to our activities and exceeded our expectations. The owner went over and beyond to accommodate and make our stay enjoyable. Our evening meals were amazing on the porch overlooking the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Orcas

Wonderful well appointed home. Owner is very responsive. Would highly recommend this home for your next stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

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

Fantastic experience!

We loved this house. We come to orcas yearly and this was one of our favorite experiences ever. All is as advertised. Well stocked. Enough room for two families with 4 beds for kids upstairs. Access to waterfront and beach through fun lagoon down a steep but walkable path or else by crossing the street in front of the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly C.

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

Beautiful spot!

The house was perfect for us! Very beautiful place and perfect location. West Sound is very peaceful. The beach is amazing and very close. Make your reservations at Kingfish for dinner right now! Fills up fast. We would have loved a few more Adirondack chairs, but otherwise great comfortable furnishings. The house was spotless when we arrived. Truly one of the nicest properties ever.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise G.

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

Exceeded expectations!

The bungalow is a magical property and was the perfect place for our island stay. The house is comfortable, tastefully designed, clean, and stocked with everything you may need. The big open room upstairs is perfect for kids. The outside grounds are great for running around or relaxing in the hammock or by the fire pit, all while taking in the beautiful view of the water. We would definitely come back and stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashlyn J.

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

Perfect proximity to West Sound Marina

This was the perfect rental for our group of 6 adults and 2 kids. We chose it as it was within walking distance to the West Sound Marina were our boat was docked. Also is a short drive to the ferry terminal and main town. Plenty of room for everyone to spread out, kitchen was fully stocked with all pots/pans/utensils, and the upstairs room was fun for the kids. Those sleeping upstairs did say it was tough to sleep in as the windows had no blinds or curtains. Property was neat and tidy, tastefully decorated, and very comfortable. Listing pictures accurately reflected the property and it's offerings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen d.

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

Paradise at Waters Edge

Absolutely pristine. Everything was immaculate. I am not sure there was air conditioning but did not find any. Deer walked across the property daily ! Stunning view of Marina.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana I.

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

Great place for groups

This is a beautiful home and property. There are just a few minor things that could be improved. Bathroom rugs are old/stained, we went to play several games and cards but there were missing pieces in most so those could be updated. And providing instructions on how to use the thermostat would have been really helpful! It was still a lovely place. Peaceful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

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

Great house for family

We had a wonderful stay at The Bungalow! The house was as described with many thoughtful touches for a great stay! Ruth gave us wonderful suggestions on activities to do on Orcas as well. The house was clean and well decorated. We loved the design and the space. Small touches like including soap, kitchen items, laundry detergent were appreciated. The notebook gave area info and clear instructions on the house. We also loved the location. We enjoyed watching boats in the bay and it was a quick drive to town and activities. The deck was a great place to relax. We were visited by deer and a peacock! Thanks for a great family getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Relaxing and comfortable

Our crew was extremely happy with the house and accommodations.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Laura A.

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

Quiet stay in Westsound

We typically stay closer to Eastsound, but prices there for 2022 were so out of control that we decided to try this part of the island. It's MUCH quieter, and our kids missed having somewhere to easily and safely ride bikes. Ruth's house itself is very well laid out for the group we had (parents, grandparents, 5yo twins) - the loft space is beautiful and airy, and the living room furniture was comfy and seated all of us. The kitchen is due for a facelift and was missing a few things (salad spinner and I can't remember what else), but serviceable. We loved the fire table and outdoor dining area and big grassy yard. Highlight for the kids was lots of sea glass to be found on the beach across the street - quieter has its advantages!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renae B.

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

loved this location

very comfortable house in a beautiful location. we had a busy wedding weekend and were able to relax here. easy access to other locations on the island for exploring and a quiet place to return to at the end of the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth J.

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

Beautiful

A lovely location and great property for our family gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

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

Great Family Getaway

Beautiful house with a huge yard for the kids! Everything was very clean. Plenty of extra towels and beach towels as well as everything you could want in a kitchen (even a rolling pin). Ruth offered great suggestions for our stay and even let me know when the ferry schedules opened for reservations. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

George P.

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

80th Birthday Celebration

George turned 80 with a wonderful salmon dinner prepared by our two sons and family. Thank you for a beautiful family experience ❤.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise J.

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

Just...terrific!

Our week on Orcas *might* have been super fun even without staying in The Bungalow. BUT...the house and location were great for us, and elevated the experience to pretty much perfection. The entire process with Ruth was super smooth. She was so responsive, offered spot-on suggestions for what to do and where to go. The directions and check-in instructions were clear and worked perfectly. When we walked in the house, we couldn't stop smiling: clean, welcoming, great kitchen and wonderful spaces. The Bungalow was a welcome retreat after our days of exploring, hiking, biking, kayaking, shopping and the occasional meal out. We ate on the deck almost every evening, and enjoyed the gas fire pit after dinner. I don't know how she did it, but Ruth managed to deliver perfect weather for us every day. (Yes, I'm joking but we DID have blue skies and sunshine and perfect temps all week....) Our group comprised two couples and three young adult children. All agreed we would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anastacia V.

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

Wonderful relaxing weekend

Ruth was so kind and great at communicating! The property is lovely and perfect for a nice quiet get away. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda U., Seattle, WA

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

Peaceful setting

Great property! Family friendly, beautiful views. We did enjoy the deck on a sunny day while our toddler ran around the big yard, listening to the many different birds and waited for our dinner on the grill. Small rocky beach close by to explore. Ruth was very helpful with suggestions for activities and the listing is true to the experience we had.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Polly Y.

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

Great location, great for families

We had a lovely stay at this beautiful bungalow with another family and 3 toddlers total. Gorgeous spot, family friendly house, our kids loved it and we had a fantastic time. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett H.

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

Excellent

I often use VRBO in Europe and the United States. I highly recommend this property. The location is scenic, tranquil, and quiet set in this bucolic cove. The house is so open and sunny, with the kitchen part of the living space opening out to a large livable deck. My wife is extremely observant to little things and the house passed her test....rarely does that happen. Good communication with owners and even experienced a power outage where we had no idea because they have a power backup system. I rented Stanley Kubrick's summer house which was truly wonderful but actually enjoyed this house more....enough said, you can't go wrong.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

mark h., Bainbridge Island, USA

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

Super nice home with everything you need

We enjoyed a fantastic relaxing holiday in this wonderful home. Thanks to Ruth, our host, for her helpful suggestions and easy check in. Kids said the house has everything - I agree. Great location and enjoyed the well equipped kitchen and outdoor grill. Impeccably clean!!! Plan to visit again in summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ruth Johnston

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Originally from Ireland and Germany, we met traveling and we love to put bags on our backs and explore other countries. In our travels we ended up on Orcas and fell in love with the island.

After many years of visits by land and sea, we finally have our own piece of paradise here and want others to enjoy what we love so much about this place: the beaches, hiking, sailing, paddle-boarding, kayaking, farm to table food, local wine, wildlife, birding, the lakes and the island pace of life.

What makes this property unique

The hamlet of West Sound is a peaceful neighborhood overlooking the bay, with West Sound Marina, community docks, and public access beach. Beach access is across Deer Harbor Road and 30 yards to the west. The Kingfish Inn is a short walk for delicious food and drink. Conveniences such as stores and so on are located in Eastsound Village, five miles away. You can walk to some of the local produce farms from the house and we highly encourage it. Turtleback Mountain South Trailhead for a splendid hike is just 1.5 miles down the road.

Languages:

English, French, German

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests