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WATER VIEWS of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains in a Garden Setting

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor spa tub
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Beach towels
On the sunny southwest side of San Juan, this charming cottage is set amidst a 6 &2/3 acre horse ranch with distant views of the mountains and sea. Two outdoor patios offer tranquil spaces to relax, including one with a propane BBQ and another in a lush garden; plus, unwind in the hot tub nestled between dense foliage and fencing.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2615 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

WATER VIEWS of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains in a Garden Setting

THE LOCATION IS SUNNY AND BRIGHT on the southwest side of San Juan with distant views of the mountains and the sea. The cottage is in a quiet setting on a 6 &2/3 acre horse "ranch. This is a rural residential area. There are neighboring houses so you might expect to hear occasional landscaping maintenance.. The parcels in this area are from 5 to 10 acres. This property is NOT waterfront but water views. There is no immediate water access from this property, however, there is a lovely county beach within 20 minutes walking distance. The main house, where we live, is about 15 feet corner to corner from the cottage, however, there is privacy between with dense gardens and a decorative gate.. The guest cottage was here when we bought the property. We rarely use the cottage so we thought we would share it with others. Your privacy inside and near the cottage is assured; we will never intrude in your space, however, if you are seeking completed seclusion with absolutely no one nearby then this is NOT the place for you.
There are two outdoor patios. The one on the water side has a table & 2 chairs & a propane BBQ. The other smaller stone patio is on the opposite side in the garden with two chairs as well. The hot tub is in the garden between the main house and the cottage which is landscaped with dense foliage and fencing.

We are walking distance to secluded Eagle Cove with a sandy beach, great for relaxing & wading. Walk or drive the short distance to nearby American Camp National Park for hiking opportunities, more beaches and island history information at the ranger station. American Camp is about 2,000 acres of prairie, woods and miles of beaches.
You can expect to see us around the property tending to the garden and the horses.























The cottage is located on the "sunny" southwest side with views of the sea and the mountains. The cottage is situated on a 6 & 1/2 acre "horse ranch" in a quiet rural residential area with parcels ranging from 3 & 1/2 acres to 10 acres. The nearest neighbor is 250 ft. from the cottage and the next closest is about 350 ft. away. Though the main house is about 20 ft. from the guest cottage, it is private. There is no immediate access to the water, however, a 15 minute walk will take you to nearby Eagle Cove Beach and also to the entrance of American Camp National Park with more beaches & trails. Visitors can have beach fires at South Beach which is within the park boundary.
There are two patios adjacent to the cottage; one has a table & chairs and BBQ, The other patio on the opposite side is situated in a large perennial flower garden with chairs provided as well; a pleasant and shady spot to enjoy the hummingbirds and flowers. The hot tub is also in the garden.
















beach at American Camp Park.
We are just a 12 minute drive to Friday Harbor.

The interior design is a mix of world motifs acquired during our travels featuring oriental rugs, and European accessories and has a French Provence influence. There is also a lovely gas fireplace for romantic evenings.

Wake up to a view of a nature garden from your bedroom with a comfortable queen size bed. The elegant deluxe bathroom has a claw foot tub and toilet and vanity, Italian tiles and marble, heated floors and heated towel rack. The second bathroom has a lovely tiled shower with heated floors. Outside there is a patio with a table and chairs. Outside the French doors is a perennial flower garden.
CLEANING: The owner does all the cleaning and maintenance to the highest standards using disinfectant sprays and cleaners. All surfaces will be cleaned and the cottage will be aired out between guests, 30- 48 hours will be spaced between each renter.
CANCELLATION POLICY: 100% refund 14 days prior, 50% refund 7 days prior.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 615 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Leave the cottage as you found it. No need the lock the door.
All dishes must be washed
Leave used towels and robes in the tub
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

You are allowed to have 4 additional friends visit for a short period of time, such as for drinks and snacks, hot tub use not included.
No air mattresses or sofa use for extra sleeping, one queen bed only.
You must leave the cottage tidy as you found it with the dishes washed before you leave and the outdoor cushions stored.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: 2 adults only, friends of guests welcome to visit

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Waterviews Puget Sound Olympic Mountains Expansive Gardens House
Waterviews Puget Sound Olympic Mountains Expansive Gardens
Waterviews Puget Sound Olympic Mountains Expansive Gardens House
Waterviews Puget Sound Olympic Mountains Expansive Gardens House
Waterviews Puget Sound Olympic Mountains Expansive Gardens

About the neighborhood

Map
Friday Harbor, WA

What's nearby

  • San Juan Island National Historic Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • American Camp Visitor Center - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • San Juan Golf & Country Club - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • San Juan Islands Museum of Art - 12 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Lime Kiln Point State Park - 18 min drive - 10.5 miles

Getting around

  • Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sweet Retreat & Espresso - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Salty Fox Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Island Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Coffee & Chocolate Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rocky Bay Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WATER VIEWS of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains in a Garden Setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at WATER VIEWS of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains in a Garden Setting?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at WATER VIEWS of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains in a Garden Setting?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WATER VIEWS of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains in a Garden Setting located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of San Juan Island National Historic Park and American Camp Visitor Center. False Bay and Cattle Point are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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WATER VIEWS of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains in a Garden Setting Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 209 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Byron V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful home to relax in, with the description and pictures matching what we experienced. The owners were helpful, yet also let us be. Close to Friday Harbor and the American Side of the National Historic Site. Easy access to the rest of the island. Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

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

San Juan Island

A beautiful cottage and setting that we truly enjoyed.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle C.

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

Beautiful views

Noce, quiet location with beautiful views and amenities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne A.

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

A great getaway

This peaceful cottage provided everything we needed for a peaceful respite in a month of travel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda D.

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

Beauty, comfort and location

Private cottage with sea views that provide a peaceful way to explore SanJuan Island. Hiking, birding, exploring, wildlife viewing, gazing and relaxing were the activities we enjoyed while staying in this wonderful cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy C.

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

Wonderful country escape with great view and hosts

The cottage was the perfect place for a wonderful get away on San Juan Island. Mary is a very creative artist and has decorated the cottage beautifully and provided absolutely everything we needed for our stay. The gardens are filled with fantastic flowers and the patio and view are a great place to enjoy meals. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan F.

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

Great stay!

Place was very clean and well-kept. Lovely view of the water and felt private despite being so close to main house!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill & Nancy M.

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

Garden Cottage Stay was Amazing

Our seven day stay at Mary and Fred’s garden cottage was amazing and so were our hosts.The house was perfect and had all we needed. I cooked every day and it was so wonderful to have everything in a kitchen I needed to prepare our meals. The bed, pillows, and sheets were the best which made a for wonderful nights sleep!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet V.

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

Most excellent

Beautiful serene setting. Absolutely wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

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

Great location to explore the island

Beautiful location to explore the Island. Very tranquil and comfortable. Friendly cats!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken S., Kirkwood

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

San Juan Islands

Beautiful views, wonderful cottage, and friendly/helpful hosts. Exactly as the pictures look. We enjoyed our stay at the cottage and visit to the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephanie s.

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

Amazing stay

Mary’s cottage is lovely! We enjoyed our stay immensely. The view is gorgeous, the kitchen was well stocked with what we needed to eat in and the hot tub was clean and easy to use. I would highly recommend this for a couple who likes to explore the area during the day and end with a quiet evening enjoying sunset.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis C.

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

Positive welcome to San Juan Island

Warm and eclectic cottage with a sense of privacy created by abundant plantings. Well behaved horses, dogs, and cats were a delight to interact with. Excellent resources for exploring the island provided by the hosts with very helpful recommendations.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

james i.

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

beautiful san juan cottage

mary the cottage owner is an artist and the home and grounds are a work of art with flower gardens and sited on a hill overlooking the San Juan straight and olympic mountains . hope to visit again in the future James and susan
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

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

Blissful weekend stay

We had a wonderful experience staying here! The property was stunningly beautiful and immaculately kept, with a beautiful view of the water. Everything was clean, comfy, and relaxing. Fred and Mary went out of their way to provide plenty of information about activities, restaurants, places to go/directions. There were a couple of hiccups with communication after we got there, but otherwise it was a lovely stay. Can't recommend enough (especially the hot tub).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

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

Lovely home, beautiful property

We had a fantastic time in this beautiful and well-appointed home. Exquisite attention to detail, very well equipped with million dollar views. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie D.

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

Heaven on Earth

This is our second year at the cottage - my husband and I can’t say enough great things. The location is perfect - view of the water, gorgeous gardens, and greatly appointed space. (Loved the bonus animals - dogs, cats, and horses - on property). We will be back again and again! Thank you for such an amazing place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard S., San Francisco, CA, USA

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

Lovely Cottage with Water Views

This spacious, well-appointed cottage is the perfect place to stay on San Juan Island. The kitchen is well supplied. There is both a tub and shower. The bed is comfortable. And the view is unbelievable. Mary and Fred are gracious hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P., St Thomas, USVI

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

Wonderful Island Cottage

This cottage is beautiful and has so many thoughtful touches (heated bathroom floor, for example!) that make it very comfortable and cozy. We especially loved the little gas heater/fireplace. Comfortable beds. Mary and Fred are excellent and generous hosts and allowed us to store our bikes in their garage. Overall a lovely stay in the beautiful countryside.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marijan P.

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

Excellent Stay

Mary and Fred were wonderful hosts! Had a chance to spend time with them. Delightful people! Generous and unobtrusive! The cottage is very nice and the pictures are very true to how it looks live. Comfortable and well appointed! Nice views of Haro Strait and Vancouver Island. Easy 10 minute drive from Friday Harbor!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marly S.

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

Charming, peaceful, well decorated

Loved this place and the style with which it was done. Very comfortable. We liked being away from town yet only 10 minutes. Perfect for a cup of coffee or a glass of wine with views of the water. I needed strong WiFi to work and that was problematic. The owners were very responsive to this problem. If u depend on WiFi for work u may need to check if that has been taken care of. I drove into town and used the public library’s wifi. I’d still stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

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

Perfect Getaway Cottage

Mary and Fred’s Garden Cottage by the Sea was just as billed! Fantastic view of the water, peaceful and quiet. Out of town location, yet close to everything. Perfect spot to stay on San Juan Island. The cottage is beautifully finished, clean and has everything you would need. The 2 cats, and 2 dogs came by to visit. They were welcome whenever they happened by. Thank you for a wonderful stay. Steve and Rita
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

paulette m.

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

A Beautiful Hideaway

Thanks Mary and Fred for sharing your lovely cottage. It was outfitted with EVERYTHING we could have needed and more. You anticipated our every question in advance and provided us a plan to see the island and some of the out of the way stops as well as a restful place to recharge. The animals certainly added to the overall charm of the place. Good luck with the wedding event.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

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

Ideal spot on SJI

Not wanting to advertise too much because we want to come back and we want to our family to be able to make reservations here too!! Ideal spot for us to celebrate three Year anniversary in the cozy shoulder season. I know that my mom would enjoy the retreat. I’m thinking that my daughter and her finance come here for their honeymoon. Thank you so much Mary. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

Loved the Garden by the Sea Cottage

The Garden Cottage by the Sea on San Juan Island is a lovely, well appointed place to stay. Our time there was amazing! Mary & Fred are wonderful hosts: they were very helpful during our stay yet protected our privacy. They were available if needed to answer questions or give advice about activities. And we loved it when their pets (2 cats & 2 dogs) came to visit us occasionally. It’s a very quiet, comfortable, and peaceful place to stay. We will return.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022