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Laid-back hideout right next door to Doe Bay Resort on Washington's Orcas Island
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 6 92.9 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Olga, WA
- Place, Doe Bay Hot Springs6 min walk
- Place, Orcas Island Artworks13 min drive
- Place, Cascade Lake18 min drive
- Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Living room
1 Double Futon
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Laid-back hideout right next door to Doe Bay Resort on Washington's Orcas Island
Nestled in the quiet community of Doe Bay lies a charming craftsman 2bd, 2ba cottage you can effortlessly retreat into. The tasteful updating is done with propane fireplace, new king sized REM bed with adjustable base in the master bedroom, one side of the bed has a softer mattress while the other side is firm-take your pick. All brand new living room furniture, tasteful decorating , cozy dining area with bench seats and surround windows and the spacious master bedroom has vaulted ceilings displaying vintage SE Asian oars. Andrew Gath design of Seattle helped us with the interior, it is warm. comfortable and classic. Enjoy dining or morning coffee on the New large south facing deck with beautiful water views. High speed internet and Rocu Direct TV in both bedrooms. Wake up to a sunrise over the Salish Sea. Your Island home is part of a small close knit "homestead" community-originally a fishing camp at the turn of the century. Their are 3 full time neighbors and 3 ocassional weekenders-thus are home is more of place to go to savor the peace of the Islands. If having a good ole fashioned whoopee party on the deck until midnight is your idea of a vacation (and who doesn't like that occasionally) than this location is probably not for you. Sound carries and this home has neighbors. I have mult bird feeders around the yard and when one gets quite and still, birds of all sorts will fly right up to you, along with our resident Doug Fir squirrels, Island deer and raccoon although we ask that you not feed the deer or raccoons. River Otters frequently swim by the house!
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Just be mindful of antiques, they are not toys.
Events
No events allowed
We are a very quiet peaceful community.
Pets
No pets allowed
Sorry, we’re dog owners but ALL is new.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING/drugs 🚭 ANYWHERE ON PROPERTY.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors and return the keys
Back door lock. #9731.
You’re responsible for taking the garbage to the exchange
Feel free to water plants in the garden if you want and be sure to pick the berries
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Note from host: We are a very quiet peaceful community.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number PPROVO-18-0031
About the area
Olga
Located in Olga, this holiday home is in a rural area. Mt. Constitution and Orcas Island Historical Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Doe Bay Hot Springs and Orcas Island Golf Course. Darvill's Bookstore and Sucia 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.

Olga, WA
What's nearby
- Doe Bay Hot Springs - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Orcas Island Artworks - 13 min drive - 6.6 km
- Cascade Lake - 18 min drive - 11.1 km
- Moran State Park - 20 min drive - 13.3 km
- Mt. Constitution - 30 min drive - 16.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Lascaux - 12 min drive
- The Sugar Shack - 16 min drive
- Doe Bay Resort & Retreat - 9 min walk
- Cascade Bay Grill at Rosario Resort - 22 min drive
- Doe Bay Cafe - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Kim and Robert

Kim is a K-1 teacher and Rob is an RN, we both love adventure, traveling the world, great food, gardening, mountains and the ocean. We have lived in Australia teaching and nursing, biked across Cambodia into Vietnam and hiked the jungles of Costa Rica and Mexico. Buying a boat and traveling the Inside passage to Alaska is on our bucket list along with more trips around the world on our bikes.
Why they chose this property
It's always been our dream to own a home in the San Juan Islands, or goal is to retire some day on Orcas. This little cottage has history, was built in the mid 40's, has a Native American burial ground on the neighboring Doe Bay resort grounds. Were right next door to Doe Bay resort and Spa and Otter Bay where we wheel our kayaks down a path to the private beach, or to walk over the cafe for a fresh made pastry and cup of coffee, they also sell my new favorite Kambucha!
What makes this property unique
View View View The front of our home is lined with BIG windows show casing the Salish Sea, neighboring Islands, Ferry traffic, Rosario Straight and the never ending wildlife. Orcas Is is listed as one of the 100 places to see before you die book. Orcas swim right next to the rocks right in front of the house!!! and a family of River Otter live near by. Moran St Park hiking and Mt Biking is a 1/2 mile walk from our home. We love being next door to Doe Bay resort with their little grocery store, restaurant, Spa and music in the summer months. You can launch your kayaks, canoes, paddle boards from a private beach that is accessed via a 5 min walk from the house. Kayak rentals is 15 min from our home. Whale watching tours leave daily from Orcas Island, and the Orcas have been seen right in front of our home on many occasions as are the resident river otters and the occasional Grey whale. This home is so cozy, the contractors spared no expense and are gifted in detailing wood trim, butcher block counter tops, lighting, rugged dark wood plank flooring and the beach vibe shiplap ceilings. The cathedral ceilings in the master bedroom are the perfect backdrop to our SouthEast Asian antique oar collection. Walking into this home has a very calming affect that exudes warmth. My bird feeders are always full and attract local and migratory birds of all sizes. I have quality binoculars and a spotting scope on tripod to bring all creatures in close, along with laminated ID cards that describes what your looking at.
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