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Sand Dollar Beach House on Sunlight Beach ..... right on the beach

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Even a glimpse of Mt Rainier on a clear day!
A two-story house with a covered porch, outdoor seating, and a lawn.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the ocean.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a bar area with stools.
A spacious living area with a wooden floor, a sofa, a coffee table, and wicker chairs. A kitchen with a refrigerator and bar stools is visible in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Useless Bay
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Clinton, WA
  • Place, Useless Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Marguerite Brons Memorial Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Angel of the Winds Arena
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Floor - Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor - Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom on main floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Half Bathroom on Main Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sand Dollar Beach House on Sunlight Beach ..... right on the beach

Whether you are traveling with your family or friends, our Sunlight Beach home offers a wonderful opportunity to experience one of nicest beach communities on Whidbey Island. Located on Useless Bay, Sunlight Beach is a very quiet, family friendly neighborhood.

Our 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath beachfront home sits right on Sunlight Beach on Useless Bay. The main floor has an open floor plan with the kitchen, living room and dining area. All of these areas have a wide open view of the beach and water.

There is a large dining table that seats 8 as well counter seating for 4 in the kitchen. The living room has french doors that open up to a sun room. The sun room has garage style doors to create an 'outdoor' space when the weather is nice.

The main floor has one bedroom with a queen bed and it's own bathroom with a toilet and sink. There is one full bathroom in the house and that is on the main floor. Upstairs we have 2 more bedrooms, each with queen beds, and large windows looking out towards the water.

There is a grassy area between the house and the beach sand which is a great spot for outdoor games.

Please note that beach fires are not allowed.

We are very centrally located on the south end of the island. Langley, Freeland and the Clinton ferry terminal are all within a 15 minute drive. There is a grocery store, a few restaurants & coffee shops, and a wine shop all within a couple of miles.

We are in a very friendly beach community with neighbors close by, so if you are looking for a party spot this won't be a good option for you. Day guests are not permitted at the house, only registered guests are allowed.

Parking is limited to 2 cars at any time. Street parking is not available.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Upstairs bedrooms may be unsuitable for children.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Day Guests are not permitted at this house - please list all guests on registration form.
Limited parking - Maximum of 2 cars at any time, no street parking. If you have a very large car/truck, you may only fit one vehicle. Please ask!
No beach fires - any fire pits located on the beach are neighbors and considered private property

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1842576vb
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
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

About the area

Clinton

Located in Clinton, this holiday home is on the beach. Double Bluff State Park and Possession Point State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Blooms and Whidbey Island Center for the Arts. Travelling with kids? Consider Meerkerk Rhododendron Gardens and Hibulb Cultural Center. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Clinton, WA

What's nearby

  • Useless Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Marguerite Brons Memorial Park - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Boeing Future of Flight - 51 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Boeing Everett Factory - 58 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Angel of the Winds Arena - 60 min drive - 30.9 km

Getting around

  • Everett Station - 56 min drive
  • Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jupiter Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taproom @ Bayview - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dancing Fish Vineyards - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jet Java - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Braeburn At The Barnyard - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sand Dollar Beach House on Sunlight Beach ..... right on the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sand Dollar Beach House: beachfront?

As of 18 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sand Dollar Beach House: beachfront on 7 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,701, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sand Dollar Beach House on Sunlight Beach ..... right on the beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sand Dollar Beach House on Sunlight Beach ..... right on the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sand Dollar Beach House on Sunlight Beach ..... right on the beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sand Dollar Beach House on Sunlight Beach ..... right on the beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Clinton holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Useless Bay and Marguerite Brons Memorial Park. Double Bluff Beach is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric E.

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

Sunlight Beach Stay

Clean and excellent accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica G.

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

Great rental on the best beach in Whidbey

We have stayed here before and will stay here again. It’s a great rental with everything we need in a great location on the beach and close to shops and restaurants. The house is very clean and is a great size for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice D.

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

Great beach house weekend getaway

We had a wonderful time at this place, very cosy, well equipped, the deck with the private beach access is just perfect. I really recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nadine B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Location Ever!!

We had a wonderful stay. The view and location can't be beat. The house definitely needs updates from mildew in the bathroom to kitchen cabinets that are hard to open. The truth is the view and location make up for pretty much any issues with the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

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

Relaxing get away

Fantastic spot for some R&R. The house was just perfect. We especially loved the sunroom porch area with the roll up garage doors and we’ll appointed kitchen. The property manager Patti addressed all our queries in a timely fashion. Definitely a 5/5 stay
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2021
Thank you for taking the time to write a review Pamela - we really appreciate it! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at the house. Sounds like it was a perfect spot for a relaxing beach getaway. We hope you are able to stay again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

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

Great getaway

Super nice location, beach is great out front for kids (sand shrimp digging for hours). Great privacy despite having neighbor houses close by on either side. Well stocked. Very comfy beds. Southern exposure provides sun all day.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

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

Fabulous Beach Retreat

This was our third year in this well appointed beach cabin with a gorgeous panoramic view of the puget sound , Olympic mountains and mt Rainer in the distance. We spent our days walking the beach , reading on the deck , playing golf and exploring near by Langley . The property manager Patti was fabulous as always. Definitely a five star retreat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2024
Always great to host you and your family! We appreciate you taking such great care of things.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine E.

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

Perfect location!

Loved this location so much. The beach is amazing when the tide is out, close to everything, quiet, relaxing, just what we needed. The kitchen and bathroom could use some updating but nothing that would prevent us from coming back. Everything was clean and cozy and the sun porch was heavenly! Would definitely return. :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Katie K.

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

Gorgeous beach!

Love this beach. Bring your paddle-board or kayak. Sadly no beach toys, not even any buckets and only 2 beach towels, and no umbrellas for any shade, and the house is older, but very clean and good kitchen setup and good space for the 5 of us. A few things for beach fun would make a big difference, but for now BYO.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2021
Thank you for taking the time to write a review Katie! We appreciate the feedback about the beach toys. There is an umbrella at the house to use on the outdoor table - it is sometimes stored in the sunroom depending on the weather. We are always available by phone if a guest can’t find something they need. Please always feel free to reach out. We hope you enjoyed your stay at the beach otherwise. Come back and visit again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dodi E.

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

Step back in time

We loved staying here. Watching the tides come in and out and the birds migrating across the bay in the mornings and back in the evenings filled our time. The kids loved just walking straight out to the beach every day or walks along sunlight road to look for blackberries. The house had multiple places to sit and we ate dinner out on the deck multiple times. We all loved it and appreciated the slow lifestyle. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly a stunning Whidbey beach vacation. The views are impeccable from the two upstairs bedrooms, dining area, and all three living spaces. We loved sitting on the deck and watching our toddler run around in the backyard, and enjoyed coffee on the sun porch every morning. It feels peaceful and remote but it’s close to Langley so no problem going out for dinners and shopping if that’s what you want to do! As others have mentioned, the kitchen and bathrooms aren’t fancy but they’re definitely serviceable and we found all other aspects of the house made us forget that there aren’t updates in those areas. Highly recommend! We’re already looking at availability for next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

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

All about outside!

Well, all I can say is my husband wants to add garage doors to our home. Having the ability to bring the outside into the space was so nice. The only draw back for some people would be the steep stairs going to the upstairs bedrooms and no bathroom up there. But trust me, the home was warm and cozy and we loved every minute of our time there. It was hard to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2024
Thank you for the great review. We agree, the sunroom in our favorite spot. Glad you enjoyed your visit and hope you can come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marvel G.

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

Time for me!

This was my 2nd time staying here. I hope to come back again. I gave 5 star ratings in all the categories. Need I say more? :-)
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

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

Beautiful Weekend

This was the perfect place to spend a family-filled weekend. Gorgeous! The house was stocked well and clean. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

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

Knitting Retreat

This was a perfect place for three friends to spend a weekend knitting and relaxing. The view is amazing and we loved the deck and sun porch. The beds and bedding are very comfortable. It is an older house, but very comfortable. It was so quiet and relaxing. The beach access is easy and its so nice to have a deck, lovely yard and beach right off the back door of the house,
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marvel G.

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

Quiet Time

While this property would be great for an active family, I was looking for a nice place to have some quiet time for myself. I loved it! Wish I could have stayed longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Wende C.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Beautiful location; fun weekend getaway

This home is situated in a wonderful beach neighborhood with an amazing back yard that led directly to the beach. We a little trouble accessing the house, as the key lockbox was broken. It took a little while, but we finally got in. The interior of the home was very nice, especially the sunroom off of the living room. There’s a good grocery store nearby (The Goose) and the home location was a good base for exploring the island. My granddaughters had a ton of fun playing on the beach, finding sand dollars and colorful shells and rocks -- tons of fun. A couple of details to consider: • Both bathrooms are downstairs, and the main bathroom doesn’t have a bathtub (something to consider if you have small kiddos) • When the tide is low, use caution if you want to walk out very far as the beach is mud flats in some places; we got stuck in mud up to our knees at one point Neither of these are showstoppers, we had a fantastic weekend all around, would definitely book again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Vanessa P.

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

Walking Down Memory Lane

Loved getting my mom back to her old stomping grounds. Though much has changed and grown around her memories, it was a lovely visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Erik B.

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

Awesome location and views

Although parts of it need some updating (the bathroom is pretty tired), ultimately you don't come to a place like this to spend your time indoors. Come here for the large deck, the beautiful views, and for the sandy beach. Useless Bay experiences large tides, and on lower tides it becomes a huge sand flat perfect for exploring and playing. When the tide is in, kayaking, paddleboarding, boating become the name of the game. This isn't a luxurious place, but it's comfortable enough for a getaway to a beautiful spot. Also close to restaurants, coffee, groceries, etc. in Bayview & Freeland, and a very easy drive to Langley.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francesca G.

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

Overall an unforgettable experience.

We had a fantastic time here with our family (2adults, 2 kids). The location is quaint, amazing and right on a private beach. Very quiet neighborhood and scenic views. The house is a bit dated in some areas, yet very accommodating in most others. Plenty of room for the 4 of us with a room to spare. The views we woke up to are breathtaking and the kids had a blast! Management left a very thorough binder detailing the house and local info (food, wineries etc) that was most helpful. Some of the furniture (particularly the outdoor table does not include an umbrella and needs to be replaced) and kitchen millwork. I would say it didn't take away from the experience. Would have loved to stay a bit longer and we plan to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2021
Thank you for taking the time to write a review Francesca! We truly appreciate the feedback. So happy to hear you and your family had a nice time at the house and the beach. We hope you can come back and stay with us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan C.

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

Unbelievable property!

We have lived in Washington our whole lives and never knew about this spectacular beach. The views are amazing (we also scored some really nice weather for April!), and the house was cozy and quaint. We can’t wait to come back! We found some small ants in the house each day, which was the only negative but they seemed harmless. Overall, we had a wonderful time and would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2021
Thank you for taking the time to write such a nice review Jordan! We truly appreciate it. We are so happy to hear you not only enjoyed your stay at the house but the weather was cooperative enough to enjoy the beach as well! Thank you for your feedback regarding the ants. We have let the owner know and they will make sure there are traps in place to help with that in the future. We hope you are able to come back to Sunlight Beach soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared H.

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

Exactly what we were looking for

We are just so pleased with our stay. Our 2 kids (ages 9 and 5) had a great time both inside and out. Very comfortable stay and some very nice details with quality dishes, appliances, and linens. You can tell it's an older place, but some of the updates are very nice and it just felt ....right. The weather was a bit rough, which allowed us to enjoy the view from inside while working on a puzzle all day. The sandy beach was very cool. The tide was way in during the day, completely covering all of the sand. But we noticed the tide was waayyyy out at night. If you time it right, the beach would be epic. I've yet to stay the same place twice on Whidbey, but it might be hard to stay somewhere else next time. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Holiday getaway

Beautiful property right on the water. Nice beach to take daily walks.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi K.

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

This location is amazing! The backyard being the beach is out of the world awesome!

The trip was so relaxing. We had a wonderful time. Great weather view beach walks we loved it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Dec 2020
Thank you for your nice review Kristi. So glad you enjoyed your stay and were able to relax in these challenging times. Hope you can visit again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penelope L.

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

Whidbey Beach House

The location of this property is outstanding. The sandy beach is literally off the back deck; wonderful views, walking when the tide is out and generally enjoying the beach atmosphere. The house is well appointed with comfortable places to hang out. The only drawback is the bathroom situation. One small bath downstairs and a toilet and sink in the downstairs bedroom. That said, we loved our stay and would come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

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