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The Preserve with an unbeatable view

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2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Dining
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

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Oak Harbor, WA
  • Popular LocationFort Ebey State Park12 min drive
  • Popular LocationEbey's Landing National Historical Reserve14 min drive
  • Popular LocationIsland County Historical Society14 min drive
  • AirportBellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.)85 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Thank you for opening your home and giving a place for reprieve. It was what we needed to reconnect and regroup. There w...
Rach M.
Sep 24, 2022

About this property

Entire place

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

The Preserve with an unbeatable view

Winter is over, and it’s time for us to open the calendar for another great season at The Preserve!

Watch the soaring eagles over the cliff with a panoramic view from a rare high bank location offering almost 180 degree view of Puget Sound. Beautiful green forest and wildlife abounds in this cozy cabin for up to 5. Beach access is just down the road. Truly a spectacular, green, natural getaway.

Cabin is fully stocked with dishes, cooking and eating utensils, and more. Appliances include Stove, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer and Refrigerator. Full size coffee maker and air fryer complete the appliances.

4 minutes to shopping and restaurants, and two minutes to beach access. And, our Guest Book will provide you with all the favorite local eateries recommended by Islanders, as well as interesting places for Island experiences.

Property manager

ensollen llc

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

Policies

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: See the Custom note below regarding the knives

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
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 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

Property is also known as

The Preserve with an unbeatable view Oak Harbor
The Preserve with an unbeatable view Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Oak Harbor

Located in Oak Harbor, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Olympic Peninsula and Deception Pass State Park. Lavender Wind Farm and Escape Gift Shop are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Flintstone Park - 7 min drive
  • Fort Ebey State Park - 12 min drive
  • Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve - 14 min drive
  • Island County Historical Society - 14 min drive
  • Coupeville Wharf - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Stanwood Station - 64 min drive
  • Lopez Island, WA (LPS) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Tipsy Jellyfish - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Teuton Brewing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Whidbey Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪MOD Pizza - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Preserve with an unbeatable view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is The Preserve with an unbeatable view located?

Situated by the ocean, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of PBY Memorial Foundation PBY-Naval Air Museum, Windjammer Park, and Garry Oak Gallery. Flintstone Park and Whidbey Playhouse are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rach M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet retreat
Thank you for opening your home and giving a place for reprieve. It was what we needed to reconnect and regroup. There was nothing to need for during our stay. The abundance of silence and nature gave us an opportunity to just be and celebrate the little things.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike H., Santa Clarita, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
We wanted a view. We got it.
We came to visit, hike, kayak, and fish. 2 of 4 people in our group had never been to the area. So, I wanted to stay somewhere that would show the local beauty. The house was very excellent. The beds were comfortable. The livingroom has huge windows looking out. After hiking and fishing those recliners, looking out the windows, were always occupied. We cooked a feast with the salmom and crab we caught. Oak Harbor is close for food and restaurants. Anacortes is where we did all our activities (Highlander Charter and Anacortes Kayaking Tours).
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Curtis S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to relax and enjoy the view
Great place to stay if you are on Whidbey Island. Love the property and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing at The Preserve
The Preserve has all you need for a relaxing getaway…ample amenities, panoramic views and lots of wildlife. We’ll miss the birds, seen and only heard. Deer were frequent visitors. Communications with the owner we’re prompt and helpful. Hope to return in 2023!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet getaway
Quiet getaway for a long weekend! Plenty of space for a family although this time was just the 2 of us. The home was clean and cozy with all amenities one could need. Beautiful view out of the large windows: we literally sat and looked for hours! Binoculars provided were such a bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outside of town with a VIEW!
Down the long gravel driveway you will find an amazing view from this home. Nice open floorplan with all the amenities you will need. I had a family of 4. Beds are only full size so it was a little small for my wife and I. There is an empty office space room that had plenty of space for us to blow up a queen air mattress for my daughter, so everyone had their own room. We had a family of deer visit us every night at dusk and also saw a family of owls in the nearby trees. Nice location only 5 minutes to Oak Harbor, and 15 to Coupeville. Nice beach to drop in kayaks 5 minutes away to pattle the bay between the two cities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Helping family
Lovely secluded spot. We enjoyed the view and the wildlife. The house was clean and comfortable. Communication was easy and prompt. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamera R., REDMOND

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
I needed a get away to just relax. This was perfect. The living room window faced the ocean and a large grassy area. A could just seat in the chair and watch deer, eagles, hawks, and all sorts of birds. It is such a peaceful place. The beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked with all you need to cook with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Citty B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
The Preserve is a on a wonderful property with a beautiful view of the beach. We saw bald eagles, deer, bunnies, owl and a turkey vulture right in the backyard. The house was clean and well kept. We’ll definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and gorgeous
Our goal as to be away from our home which has a high rate of nightly fireworks. The Preserve had several nearby on the 4th, but the prior 2 nights were quite manageable. The space is comfortable with privacy and a wonderful water view . The hosts were very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karyn O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
awesome views, clean and comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S., florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Orlando friends
Perfect location for us and very clean. Host provided drinking water(we used our own). Island well water is what it is. Tv very small but great internet made up for it. Anyway the view was our entertainment. We were always super comfortable. Whidbey is super fun. Come and enjoy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

LISA M., Raleigh NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow the view!
Excellent communication, easy rental process. Breathtaking scenery.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Terry K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Needs new furniture
The recliner in the advertisement is actually broken and difficult to sit in, the couch was seriously hard, was not comfortable to sit on. Little tiny tv, size of a monitor. The view is amazing but for us it wasn’t comfortable to hang out. Washer was broken and they never emptied the dishwasher from the previous guest.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela & Jerry R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great place to stay to expore Whidbey Island. Well equiped for cooking meals, very peaceful location with great views of the sound. Excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Oasis!
Everything about this home was perfect! The house has everything you need and the view is mesmerizing!! The beds are super comfy and the kitchen came fully stocked with everything we needed to cook breakfast, lunch & dinner. One of the best treats of this property is the wildlife, deer, bald eagles, and so many birds. This home is a island gem!! The host was also very responsive and incredibly gracious! We’ll definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Great location, beautiful views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martha M., Suffolk, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Restful Retreat on Whidbey Island with a Spectacular View
My husband and I stayed a week in this beautiful setting. We loved the location right on the water, and the rustic charm of the home. We had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable. The property manager was very communicative and provided us with tons of tips and suggestions to see the surrounding islands and Seattle. We took numerous ferries to see surrounding islands, such as Port Townsend, Clinton, and the San Juan Islands. We took a power boat ride at Deception Pass that I highly recommend. This is beautiful area, and I am so glad we had the opportunity to explore. We hope to come back in the future and miss the sunny, cool days without all the humidity and rain of Virginia.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking and Serene
I could not have imagined a better stay at the property. The house was cozy and had everything an entire family would need. The grounds were am-az-ing! I took so many photos just in the backyard. We were there for the 4th of July and saw fireworks all around us, it was unbelievable. The house is super close to the beach access as well as the town for shopping. But it's far enough away that you hear literally nothing outside except birds and insects. We saw so many animals: Deer, chipmunks, bald eagles, that come right up to the door...again, my words wont do it justice. We will be reserving this spot for ALL our future trips.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

tdunlay d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet private relaxing stay with views
Great views of Penn Cove and Cascades in distance. Super quiet private location (driveway is a few hundred yards from road). 5-10 minutes drive to stores/restaurants in Oak Harbor and Coupville. Very well stocked (best we’ve ever experienced) with everything you need for cooking or leftovers (salt/pepper, sugar, flour, spices, aluminum foil, plastic wrap, plastic storage bags, laundry detergent, dryer sheets, etc. - things you typically need just a small amount and have to buy). Also provided plenty of bottled water (the well water has a poor taste). A few things that could make The Preserve rental even better: Large TV (there is just one small 19” TV), light blocking shades or drapes in the bedrooms (long days in the summer and too bright), screen doors to let the air flow through better, and AC (though typically not needed). It was just me and my wife and we only used one of the bedrooms. Will stay again next time we visit Whidbey Island.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

pam w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views!
Beautiful views and lots of wildlife! We saw deer, eagles, and hummingbirds all day long. The house was comfortable and had everything we needed. Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leota G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Coming to relax after 2 horrible stressful years
Property has a fantastic view of the harbor, comfortable beds and is quiet (with the occasional airplane going overhead during the day). Bird watching and seeing "critters" was amazing - Eagles, hawks, robins, finch, partridge, rabbit and deer.- all visited frequently. The hosts were more than kind and accommodating to our needs and questions. This place is like coming home- only better!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lucus D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Peace
This property was the perfect size for my spouse and I to stay as we visited our son & family who are stationed here with the Navy. There was room for everyone when they visited during and a place for my grandkids to spend the night. The view was spectacular, the location was peaceful - just far out enough to be calm but close enough to food and shopping. Mattresses were very comfortable and the water pressure was strong! The location was perfect for an Easter egg hunt for the kiddos - lots of great hiding places and far enough away from the cliff to not worry. We spent time walking at the beach just down from the home, also visited Deception pass, Coupeville, and Flinstone park. Everywhere you turn - the landscape is breathtaking. The owners took extra care to ensure everything was available - something that is rare with VRBO - including all the small amenities that you don't think of. Toilet paper, foil, baggies, trash bags, seasonings, oil, hand sanitizer, etc.....they thought of everything! I would definitely recommend this location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021