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October Farm Family Farm Stay

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Primary bedroom sunrise view
Property grounds
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Friday Harbor, WA
  • Place, Mt. Grant Preserve
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, San Juan Islands Museum of Art
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Whale Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Friday Harbor, WA (FRD)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

October Farm Family Farm Stay

Four bedroom 3 bath, 100 year old, remodeled farm house on 30 peaceful acres surrounded by The Zylstra Lake Preserve with over 400 acres protected by the San Juan Island Preservation Trust and the San Juan County Land Bank.

October Farm is a unique setting on San Juan Island. Located in the center of the island it provides easy access to popular tourist activities such as hiking, biking, whale watching, fishing, kayaking, sailing, beachcombing and more.

San Juan Island has been recognized nationally as a top tourist destination by the New York Times, Washington Post, Travel and Leisure and numerous other publications. It's known for its tranquil setting, relaxed lifestyle, stunning scenery, abundance of wildlife and numerous activities.

October Farm exemplifies the serenity of the islands, a private setting with easy access to activities, sites, restaurants, shopping and hiking.

This is a working farm that hosts a local cidery and Island Haven Animal Sanctuary, home to horses, cows, goats, wild farm cats, chickens and turkeys. Therefore all farm buildings and fenced pastures are off-limits to guests, unless escorted by staff of the Animal Sanctuary. This is for your safety and the safety of the animals and their caretakers.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Please contact us regarding parties & Events
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Fires are not allowed
Quite hours are from 10 PM to 7 AM
See additional information in the October Farm Guide

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1307380vb
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: Please contact us regarding parties & Events
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

About the area

Friday Harbor

Located in Friday Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. San Juan Golf & Tennis Club and Roche Harbor Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Whale Museum and Jones Island State Park. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Friday Harbor, WA

What's nearby

  • Mt. Grant Preserve - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • San Juan Islands Museum of Art - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • San Juan Historical Society and Museum - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Whale Museum - 12 min drive - 7.9 km
  • San Juan Island National Historic Park - 15 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sweet Retreat & Espresso - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Salty Fox Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Downriggers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Island Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is October Farm Family Farm Stay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at October Farm Family Farm Stay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at October Farm Family Farm Stay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at October Farm Family Farm Stay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is October Farm Family Farm Stay located?

Located in the heart of Friday Harbor, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from False Bay. San Juan Historical Society and Museum and San Juan Islands Museum of Art are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful environment with beautiful sunrise views of Mount Baker and the surrounding farmland. Nicely decorated spotless home with well equipped kitchen and comfortable beds with quality linens. Host was helpful and easy to communicate with. Great location not far from Friday Harbor. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Fantastic place.

Amazing views, so comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Peaceful

Wonderful location and beautiful home with lots of space. Loved our stay. Looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

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

Tranquil like living in an Andrew Wyeth painting!

Lovely farm setting close to all the interesting places on San Juan Island.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

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

The Farm on Friday Harbor

Great location, watched fireworks from the upstairs balcony. Nice place to go back to after a long day shopping, whale watching and exploring the beaches
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2022
Thanks for the review. Great to know you can see the fireworks from the deck.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirk R.

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

Great place

It was as advertised
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Nov 2021
Thank you for the review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken J.

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

San Juan Island Farm Stay

Wonderful time with siblings. The Farm was the just right place for the 7 of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

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

Peaceful Getaway

Relaxing, with plenty of room for privacy and contemplation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

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

Another fantastic stay

We LOVE staying at October Farm. It is one of the most peaceful places on earth! Everything about October Farm is lovely, calm, beautiful, and easy. Getting into the house is a breeze, communication is easy, and Joe is always helpful and flexible. I wish that we could stay for a month!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

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

Fantastic Farm Stay

October Farm is the nicest and most peaceful place our family has ever stayed. The process of check in, the farm itself, the surrounding area, and the peacefulness of the entire area was blissful. We will be staying there again and again in the future; it is our favorite place to be!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this place!! It was great for our multigenerational reunion. The house is wonderful, the farm is beautiful, and the animals are very entertaining to watch! Joe was very responsive and helpful. We did arrange for a tour of the animal sanctuary - that was great! We did ride bikes from the property once into Friday Harbor. That works for experienced riders and tires that can handle gravel.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Wonderful!

Comfortable, beautiful, and fun. Oils not ask for a better vacation. The house had great amenities, even including books for kids. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2022
Thanks again for all you comments and the review. We hope you come back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J G.

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

Beautiful place to bond

We stayed to celebrate my Sister's 40th birthday. Everything was beautiful and peaceful with lots of room for kids to run around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2022
Thank you for the kind review. We’re glad the kids enjoyed it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

The most cozy place!

We came to San Juan island to elope, my family joined us. We found Joe’s place and absolutely loved every bit of it!! We didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2022
Thank you for your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

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

Wonderful property!

This is our third (or maybe fourth) time staying at the October Farm. We LOVE this place and the host. There is nowhere we would rather be on San Juan Island. Joe is the best and kindest host we have ever had. I can't say enough about how wonderful this place is!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

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

Wonderful stay on the farm

A group of eight friends gathered at the farmhouse. It was spotless, well-equipped and very comfortable. The kitchen was perfect for a crew that enjoys cooking together. We loved hiking around the lake, cool breezes across the fields, sweet, quiet nights. A wonderful get away!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marshall B.

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

Cycling Home Base

Cool farm property. Felt remote and homey. Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sridhar S.

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

Excellent Country House

What a marvelous house, reminded us of our time staying in the Cotswalds in England. Home was well stocked with excellent appliances, Books, games etc. loved waking up sipping a cup of coffee in the porch. While the home is so close to town , it still feels removed with most of privacy. Great home for a quiet time with family or a larger family reunion.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2021
Wow, what a beautiful complement. We are thrilled that you enjoyed it so much. Now you have us interested in visiting the Cotswalds.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

Excellent property

We had the best time at October Farms. The property is gorgeous and the house very spacious. We were on San Juan Island to celebrate our daughters wedding, and the farmhouse was a perfect place for our family to stay. The host was very easy to work with and very responsive. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Thank you very much. You were a great guest. We’d love to have you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon M.

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

Great place to stay on San Juan Island

This is a renovated farmhouse in a bucolic setting. Extremely quiet location set among pasture land with a small amount of livestock. Very easy to get to areas around the island. A few miles from Friday Harbor so getting into town was quick.. House is well furnished with upgraded appliances and living spaces. Large open spaces perfect for gatherings. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Nov 2022
Thanks Jon. Really glad you enjoyed it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

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

A celebration

Our grandson about to turn 3 is obsessed with farms and this was his gift from us. It was over the top great in so many ways. The animals, the winery there (we are a winery too)., and a house that was easy to feel at home in, all wonderful. We would love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2022
We’re so happy you enjoyed it, especially your grandson.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean P.

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

Great place for a family vacation

Really enjoyed this relaxing vacation with the family. Kitchen was best stocked of any rental we have ever had! The remodeled house was just the right size for our family of 7 adults and 1 child. Location put us 10-20 min from everything on the island. My 5 year old was in love with all the animals on the property! The Animal Haven Sanctuary Tour was so fun and the staff was so knowledgeable and kind during our entire stay. We hope to be back to this wonderful peaceful farm again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2022
Thanks for the great review. We're really happy you enjoyed it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

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

Graduation and Birthdays

The house was an exciting and relaxing place to be. The Graduate thinks that he would like to open a practice on this island and the 8 year olds did not want to leave.Julie was wonderful with the kids allowing them to assist withh feeding the animals.Shawn was the perfect host for the wine tasting - it allowed all of us to experience an old but new wine with how it is processed - Functional Med Graduate greatly enjoyed this.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail K.

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

Amazing Stay on October Farm

This was a very special vacation with my family. We ALL loved it. So different from living in a city, like we do. The house was well appointed with everything we might need and very comfortable. So relaxing. And we enjoyed seeing the day to day workings of the farm. It is out in the quiet farmlands of the island, but not too far from Friday Harbor. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John-Paul R.

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

Great Rustic Farmhouse

My family had a blast staying at October Farm. The kids loved waking up to the sounds of Roger the rooster every morning, watching Joaquin the turkey strut his stuff, and taking a tour of the animal sanctuary. Most of all they enjoyed playing outside on the big tree without the assistance of electronic devices. We even spotted a bald eagle several times during our stay. The location was also great - right in the middle of the island a short drive to everything. The kitchen was well stocked and the wifi was fast. Joe was a responsive host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2021
We are thrilled to hear that your family was able to disconnect, enjoy the big tree — so temping to hang a swing on that big branch — but it’s so beautiful we hate to risk it’s health. Glad to hear you enjoyed Roger — he is one of our favorites too!

About the host

Hosted by Joe

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Joe grew up on a farm in Indiana and Christy on San Juan Island. We are passionate about protecting farmland for organic agricultural use by small farmers. So October Farm is a special opportunity to share this experience with our friends and pass these values down to our children.

Why they chose this property

October Farm provides a peaceful and private retreat for our friends and family. We offer occasional rentals to help offset the cost of maintenance and upkeep of farm buildings, fencing and equipment.

What makes this property unique

This is a working farm hosting the Island Haven Animal Sanctuary, home to horses, cows, alpacas, llamas, goats, wild farm cats, chickens and turkeys. Island Haven is a volunteer run Animal Sanctuary. Their mission is to provide lifetime care and sheltering for farm animals and equines who, while still able to lead a quality life, are unable to find homes due to old age, chronic illness, handicaps, temperament issues or other factors, or who have been rescued from neglect and/or abuse situations and require rehabilitation.
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