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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4133.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Anacortes, WA
  • Deception Pass State Park
  • Rosario Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Swinomish Casino
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Anacortes, WA (OTS)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Bayfront getaway with amazing views and easy access to nearby attractions

Driftwood Retreat

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Whether you're looking for a romantic Pacific Northwest getaway or to show the kids the majesty of Washington state, this Anacortes home has the beachfront location and proximity to natural beauty you need!

Just seven miles from Anacortes' downtown, you have easy access to dining and shopping while still enjoying a sense of natural isolation thanks to the nearby beach and patio!

Kick back and relax in the living area of the great room, with a plush leather sofa perfect for enjoying nearby decor, taking in cable on the flatscreen TV, and planning activities on the WiFi.

Take a seat at the breakfast bar for four and get ready for some home cooking! Between the stainless steel appliances of the fully equipped kitchen and the grill outdoors, cooking is quick and easy. Just load the dishwasher when you're done!

Two bedrooms and baths accommodate four guests, with each room offering a queen-size bed. Freshen up in the relaxing showers, grab some clean clothes from the private washer/dryer, and get ready to explore!

Switch things up with some freshwater fun at Cranberry Lake, located within Deception Pass State Park six miles south. The Anacortes ferry landing 10 miles away lets you access the incredible beauty of the San Juan Islands, from San Juan's hustle and bustle to the peaks of Orcas to the lazy walks of Lopez.

Place your reservation today and get ready for an unforgettable escape to the Pacific Northwest!

* This guesthouse also has a three-bedroom main house that sleeps eight on the property that can also be rented. (Please note, outdoor areas are shared between these two rentals.)

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 1.



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

About the area

Anacortes

Located in Anacortes, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Kukutali Preserve and Rainbow Bridge are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Mount Vernon Farmers Market and Cascade Mall. Tulip Town and Anacortes Museum and Maritime Heritage Center 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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Anacortes, WA

What's nearby

  • Rosario Beach - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Mount Erie Park - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Swinomish Casino - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Cap Sante Park - 14 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Tulip Town - 19 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Stanwood Station - 39 min drive
  • Lopez Island, WA (LPS) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swinomish Casino & Lodge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Moka Joe Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sweet D's Shrimp Shack - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Carver's Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lopez Island Creamery - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bayfront getaway with amazing views and easy access to nearby attractions pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bayfront getaway with amazing views and easy access to nearby attractions?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bayfront getaway with amazing views and easy access to nearby attractions?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bayfront getaway with amazing views and easy access to nearby attractions located?

This Anacortes holiday home is on the beach, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Skagit Island State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Rosario Beach and Little North Beach. North Beach and Mount Erie Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 86 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

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

Beautiful Setting

Loved the house. The driveway is a bit tricky and it was a little hard to fine. It was clean but my tub didn't drain well so that's a little gross. The setting was picturesque and the grounds are beautiful. The shower pressure and water temp were a little low. Overall, highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

Beautiful View!

The setting by the water was breathtaking and we loved the proximity to our various activities!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

We love this place!

It’s set up perfectly for our family. Two bedrooms on opposite sides of the family room and kitchen. It’s so nice to have our own beach just a few steps out of the glass front doors. It’s perfect.👌🏼
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

Ready to go back!

Had a long-overdue reunion with siblings and we enjoyed staying here so much that we’re ready to go back! Great place for staying-in and catching up, and close to town and all the fun things to do (like a whale-watching tour). Very nice place, clean and well-equipped. Skagit Bay is right outside your door, how can you beat that?
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Very relaxing place

Loved the property and the view! It was a little tricky to find at first as their is two very steep driveways and har to tell which one to take. Make sure you take a compact car. Parking is tricky and not meant for longer vehicles.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Great view as quiet area

This is a great spot to stay if you are interested in exploring Deception Pass and the Whidbey Island area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Meredith B.

Lovely water front property

We really enjoyed our stay. The property being waterfront and getting so see every sunrise and set from the porch was the best part. The beach was perfect for kids from the mid west to explore at low tide and kept our kids entertained all week. There are fruit trees and blackberries all over the property. For these reasons I recommend it. However, I am not sure the managing of the property is doing it’s best. We were alerted urgently the day before our trip that ‘our accommodations would not be available’. My heart sunk, because traveling with kids it not a turn on a dime affair. The offered other properties. Turns out the door lock was broken and we could lock the slider while we were there but not when we left. We decided to still use the property. This was not fixed the entire time we were there. Small things like cheap toilet paper and other products were just not the level I would have expected as a nice property but easy to look past. Also no pack n play, high chair, etc which I’m used to rental properties having. Again, we loved our stay, but we have had better experiences from management aspect.
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8/10 Good

Rolfe K.

Peaceful waterfront home

The well designed guest house, next to a much larger main house, has great views of Skagit Bay and low bank beach access. The two bedrooms, each with their own full bathrooms, are separated by a well equipped kitchen and an adjacent sitting area that could use some better furniture. The mattresses in both bedrooms are far too soft for comfort and should be replaced. The adjacent patio is located next to extensive, well landscaped and maintained grounds with many fruit trees. However the patio was equipped with only three usable chairs and no tables. The lack of suitable lawn furniture was surprising and would have been a major disappointment if we had not brought our own folding table and chairs. There is a fire pit that we enjoyed using, but it has an unstable base and should be replaced. There was a gas barbecue, which we did not use. While we enjoyed our stay in the guest house, we probably would choose to stay in the main house for any additional stays with four or more people. It is much larger and better equipped with both indoor and outdoor furniture.
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Beach house

We enjoyed our stay at the Driftwood retreat. It has amazing views. We walked the beach every day. The neighbors were very friendly and educated us on the area as well as things to do. The place had all of the amenities we needed. It is located in a central area with easy access to multiple activities. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Martin M.

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

Beautiful views - could be even better

We had a lovely stay and the accommodation was as seen in the listing. However it feels like some minimal interventions would take the place to another level; - the beds were not very comfy - the door lock mentioned in earlier reviews still not resolved - the outdoor furniture and bbq are tatty and in need of upgrade - especially when the stuff next door is clearly visible! - a noisy heating system kicked in at 5am All easily fixable and would help justify the price tag
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norman B.

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

Nice house on the bay

This is a modern, small house with direct south view of the bay. The two bedrooms and baths are out of the way, huge kitchen and main area to relax and enjoy the view. The vibe is similar to the San Juan Islands, without the long ferry ride to those places. Yard space and beach access are fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Sue D.

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

Beautiful area

Overall my experience was great. The place and property are super cute. a few things could be improved on like fixing lock to front door and new beds or mattresses. Wifi was ok but at times not great. I would come back or also would recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

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

Beautiful views with comfortable home

Very nice place. My only comment is that if there is a person with mobility issues with you it can be challenging. The driveway is super steep and the rock stairs were a bit difficult for my cousin with mobility issues. The home is nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Thomas A.

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

Driftwood Retreat Deficiency List

1. Directions provided from roadway to parking spot and from parking spot to cabin are inaccurate and confusing. A basic map of the property would be helpful. 2. The lock on the sliding door does not work via key from the outside. However the door can be locked from the inside by turning the locking latch. We assume that is the reason a bicycle lock is provided to secure the cabin. 3. The control panel for the alarm system displays the message "Not Ready To Arm-Fault". When "Disarm" is selected the display defaults to the previous message. We can't get it to work properly. 4. We noted a gouge in the kitchen island counter top. It was there when we arrived. 5. We have been unable to locate a light switch to turn off the light in the loft over the eastern end of the cabin. 6. The BBQ grill is functional but the flame is irregular, indicating that the burners need to be replaced. 7. Upon returning to the cabin from a trip into the nearby town of Anacortes on Saturday, we discovered another vehicle in our designated parking spot, leaving us insufficient room to park our own vehicle. 8. The WIFI is not working properly. We have been able to receive emails on our iPhones but have been unable to send emails. 9. When we attempted to activate email from our laptop, the computer seized up completely and we have been unable to reboot it. UPDATE: Since returning home today, the laptop is again functioning properly, which suggests that the problem was caused by the cabin's faulty WIFI. 10. There is a wheel missing from the lower rack of the dishwasher. 11. The fan in the east bathroom does not work. 12. On Saturday night, the bed in the east bedroom collapsed, so we moved into the west bedroom. 13. We were unable to set the alarm when we checked out Sunday morning. See point 3 above. 14. Access to the designated parking spot is via a very steep, narrow driveway, with a very tight turning radius into the parking area and the parking spot itself is not level. The cabin is in a beautiful, scenic location but due to the problems we encountered we believe that we are entitled to a partial refund.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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6/10 Okay

Amin S.

Gorgeous home with stunning views and quiet environment. Washer is not working probably an...

Gorgeous home with stunning views and quiet environment. Washer is not working probably and could be dangerous as it starts to move very badly on spin cycles(on a very normal and balanced load). Dryer almost fell off from but luckily I was close to washer dryer and was able to switch washer off.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie T., Tabernash, Colorado

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

Driftwood Retreat

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Perfect!

Perfect spot and would definitely recommend and rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Cody B.

Enjoyed the view

Truly a grand view to be out there, spend time away from the city and all. Plan on coming back again.

8/10 Good

Alicia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

The views will leave you breathless!

Contemporary, clean and comfortable and the views are wonderful. Private and serene and we can't wait to plan another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary S., Woodinville, WA

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

Fidalgo get away

The wonderful location, beautiful view, and interesting house design made this a memorable trip. Beach access is marvelous and though it wasn't the best of weather, it was fun to watch the constantly changing sky and water out the huge expanse of glass. We hope to be back someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Junko O.

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

Great vacation!

Relaxing comfortable stay. We loved the view!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chaitanya S.

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

Great View

The place was just as described and perfect for a quiet vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Amin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
Small but gorgeous home with stunning views. Very nice outdoor area with beach access. The check-in process is not good and can be improved. The washer doesn’t work probably at all. It moves very badly on spin cycles. It moves the way 2 people should hold it as the dryer on top could fall off.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
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6/10 Okay

Bethany J.

Would stay again if changes are made

The location and view is amazing. The wifi is fantastic. Heat works. Some issues: hot water lasts 10 minutes tops, and on some other review people complained it was loud but we didn't notice. Beds seem old, and other people have reviewed the pillows are pretty flat, which we agreed with. The dishwasher wasn't working. What they don't tell you is the dimmer switches are for floor heating and once you figure that out it's awesome! The driveway side bathtub struggled to drain and the exhaust fan in the same bathroom only hummed. The sliding glass door is tricky to lock and probably needs a new weather strip. Even when locked there's a draft on the bottom and you can see daylight. It would be nice if there were some curtains for the sliding glass door windows. In both bathroom windows there isn't blurred glass or curtains but trusting that people can't see in, it should be ok maybe. Still a little awkward. On the surface it all looks very well and good. If these things are addressed and fixed, I'd give it 5 stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

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