This house isn't fit for everyone, but it was perfect for me, my wife, and my daughter. A gorgeous view of Skagit Bay and Whidbey Island are inescapable in this house through the large panoramic windows. The house itself is cozy and small, but with all the right thoughtful touches to feel cozy and enjoy your time there.
The "adult" bedroom is sparse but perfectly adequate with a comfy bed. The bunk room is very cozy for up to three kids. Our daughter tried all the low bed options and loved all three books, toys and oddities in the room.
The kitchen is well stocked and has a premium feel to it. A lot of cooking necessities are thoughtfully stocked, like salt, pepper, and oil.
We didn't use the bed in the shed, but it seemed cozy when we peaked in.
The best part of the house is outside. The view is definately the main attraction and can be enjoyed inside or out. Stairs bring you down to the quiet beach. A patio begs you to relax there in the breeze. The garden in the front is a beautiful escape, even in November. There's even a small kid house in the yard that our daughter tirelessly cooked in and cleaned. The side yard is large enough to enjoy summerlawn game activities like corn hole or ladder ball.
So why did I say this place wouldn't be for everyone? Well, we believe all the positives far outweighed the negatives. The place is small and old (although tastefully updated throughout). It's not well insulated, so it's a constant battle to get the temperature comfortable. It helps that the main heating option is a gas fireplace with a thermostat - so it may memorize you with it's flames until you realize you may just be cooking your family for dinner. The bedroom heaters and blankets were adequate but sleeping still required astute attention to any leaks in the covers they let in a draft. I
actually think this all added to the charm of the place, but I can see how some may find it a deal breaker in the winter.
Overall, it was a wonderful weekend and we were sad to leave. We'd love to stay again, especially in the warmer months so we can enjoy outside even longer.