Cottage-in-the-Barn on Dragonfly Farm

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Tucked away on the side of Turtleback Mountain.

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Eastsound, WA

Turtleback Mountain13 min walk
West Sound Marina7 min drive
Orcas Island Golf Course10 min drive
Eastsound, WA (ESD-Orcas Island)13 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Go back in time on our quintessential island farm: sweet accommodations, garden at your doorstep, pond with kayaks and canoe, and complete tranquility and privacy. This charming cottage has all amenities in a pastoral setting; the perfect secluded hub for your island adventures, equally well-suited for a family vacation or romantic get-away. Tucked away in a valley below our main house, it is adjacent to our garden with produce for your table. Feel free to stroll to the bluff for views of West Sound, or take the canoe and kayaks for a spin. Fall asleep to the lullaby frog chorus. With the pond and plethora of beautiful vegetation, our 25 acre farm has become a bird sanctuary, with hundreds of species throughout the seasons. This one bedroom plus loft apartment is well-appointed with quality furnishings. Queen bed in the bedroom, two twins in the loft above (accessible by beefy ladder with security gate at the top), and full sized leather sofa bed in the living room. Can sleep 5-6 cozily. Full kitchen, propane barbecue, flatscreen and blue-ray player for entertainment (no cable or satellite), wireless internet connection, and warmth from the propane heating stove. AND our 25 acre farm adjoins Turtleback Mountain Preserve! This island treasure has amazing hikes which vary from old forested areas to phenomenal vistas of neighboring islands and beyond. We are located just five miles from the ferry, five miles from the main village of Eastsound, and a mere 1 1/2 miles from the waters at West Sound, including a marina and private dock for moorage. SJC Permit #00PR0V77. MARCH 2020 UPDATE: due to Corona Virus concerns we're offering a full refund in the event cancellations are necessary. Please note that we thoroughly disinfect the cottage between guests.

Keywords: apartment, condominium, bungalow, cottage, barn, farm

Property manager

Susan Gudgell

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Welcome to the Gnome House in sunny Deer Harbor, Orcas Island Washington State.

Hot tub

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

This is the perfect place for kids!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Well-behaved, keep off furniture, no roaming.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please be courteous of neighbors. No loud noise 9 p.m. to 8 a.m.

Tidying up upon departure is very helpful to us. Please strip beds, run dishwasher, and leave things as you found them.

Pets are not allowed on furniture and especially on bed quilts. Please do not leave them unattended on the property unless crated.

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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Eastsound

Located in Eastsound, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Orcas Island Historical Museum and Rosario Mansion Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Mt. Constitution and English Camp. Travelling with kids? Consider Darvill's Bookstore and Jones Island State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Eastsound, WA

What's nearby

Turtleback Mountain - 13 min walk
West Sound Marina - 7 min drive
Orcas Island Golf Course - 10 min drive
Cascade Lake - 18 min drive
Roche Harbor Marina - 81 min drive

Getting around

Westsound, WA (WSX) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

Country Corner - 12 min drive
The Mansion Restaurant - 21 min drive
Island Hoppin' Brewery - 10 min drive
Boathouse Ciderworks - 12 min drive
Lower Tavern - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage-in-the-Barn on Dragonfly Farm pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottage-in-the-Barn on Dragonfly Farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage-in-the-Barn on Dragonfly Farm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage-in-the-Barn on Dragonfly Farm located?

This family-friendly Eastsound cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Turtleback Mountain and West Sound Marina. Darvill's Bookstore and Eastsound Beaches are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Mary E., Bozeman

21 Feb 2024

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

Wish we had time to stay longer!

We stayed at the cottage-in-the-Barn for a couple nights with two college age kids and dogs. We loved the quiet setting and found it to be a great base for exploring Eastsound and other parts of the island. The cottage was clean and light and charming. It was beautiful in late winter but with the gardens and greenhouse, it must be wonderful in spring and summer!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eliot B.

11 Nov 2023

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

Quiet retreat

The cottage is just as described. Well appointed kitchen and the rest of the cottage was comfortable as well.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi P.

30 Oct 2023

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

Lovely spot for a perfect fall weekend

This place is cozy and truly felt like home-away-from-home. The ladder to the loft is steep, the kitchen small, but it's a lovely spot for a small cozy group and perfect for our family trip. We had a fantastic time on the island and using the cottage in the barn as our homebase - enjoying the fresh veggies from the garden, the fireplace, cooking fresh crab in the kitchen, walking the grounds - couldn't have been more lovely. Things are well designed and appointed. Beds comfortable, and communication with the host was easy and quick. We'll be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlene H.

21 Sept 2023

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

Beautiful, peaceful getaway

This is a beautiful, peaceful gated property that has a pond with kayaks, TONS of dragonflies (at least there were 2 weeks ago, when we went), and everything you need for cooking at the property except they were out of black pepper. :) We had only a weekend stay, but I genuinely enjoyed our time there and would love to spend some longer time there. The owner's house is on the property, hidden behind trees up the hill, so you really feel you have the run of the area around the cottage. One note: not wheelchair accessible and would be difficult for anyone with mobility issues, as there are sort of large rocks in a slight incline that function as stairs, but nothing you can roll luggage over. Also, the ladder to the loft area is very steep - wouldn't be good for small children. We were adults and able to manage just fine, however. It's super cozy, too! There's even games, some movies, and books to read for a rainy day. We enjoyed cooking our dinners at home each night instead of jockeying for a dinner reservation, which pretty much none of the local places have available anyway, in my last several visits to the island. Basically, if you don't book ahead of time, only bars are available, which was not our scene. There's a nice grocery store in Eastsound that has high quality food, including bulk food section, and is much cheaper than eating out! We found it's easier to eat out on the island without a reservation during breakfast/lunch. Hope this helps!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 June 2023

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

Totally peaceful and charming

So quiet and lovely. Hummingbirds and flowers. Wonderful front porch.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susan Gudgell

We are long time Orcas Islanders -- Wally grew up on Orcas and Susan was drawn here because of summers with her grandparents on nearby Samish Island. The natural beauty was our initial attraction in building a life here, but the wonderful community of eclectic neighbors have kept us here. It has been a great place to raise our family.

Why they chose this property

We both have long family histories in the islands. We heard about this property 25+ years ago, tucked away on Turtleback Mountain, and came to take a look. Standing on the bluff, looking at West Sound to the south, and the moonrise over Mt. Woolard to the east, we said, "this is where we want to spend the rest of our lives." Pure magic.

What makes this property unique

Experience serenity here on the farm, taking walks to view lovely vistas, gathering your salad from the garden, breakfast from the chicken coop, and paddling around the pond. For your adventures, this is centrally located on Orcas Island, close to the ferry, close to Eastsound, and just minutes from Turtleback Mountain Preserve. Less than 15 miles from historic Rosario Resort and Moran State Park.