October Farm Family Farm Stay

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8242 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Explore the area

Friday Harbor, WA

San Juan Islands Museum of Art7 min drive
Pelindaba Lavender Farm8 min drive
Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base)9 min drive
Lime Kiln Point State Park15 min drive

October Farm is the nicest and most peaceful place our family has ever stayed. The process of check in, the farm itself,...

Laurie R.

Aug 14, 2023

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

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.

Property manager

Joe

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Please contact us regarding parties & Events

Pets

No pets allowed

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

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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: 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Friday Harbor

Located in Friday Harbor, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Pelindaba Lavender Farm and San Juan Golf & Tennis Club 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

View more Holiday homes in Friday Harbor

Friday Harbor, WA

What's nearby

San Juan Islands Museum of Art - 7 min drive
Pelindaba Lavender Farm - 8 min drive
San Juan Island National Historic Park - 12 min drive
Lime Kiln Point State Park - 15 min drive
Roche Harbor Marina - 18 min drive

Getting around

Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

Sweet Retreat & Espresso - 7 min drive
Salty Fox Coffee - 8 min drive
Vic's Drive Inn - 8 min drive
Mike's Cafe & Wine Bar - 8 min drive
Downriggers - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is October Farm Family Farm Stay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this 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 11:00 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 within 6 miles (10 km) of San Juan Historical Society and Museum and San Juan Islands Museum of Art. Whale Museum and Mt. Grant Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R., Marin, CA, USA

14 Aug 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Jane H., Seattle

24 July 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

17 July 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Jon M.

22 Nov 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Diane K., Clinton, WA

10 Aug 2022

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

About the host

Hosted by Joe

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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