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Waterfront Cabin near Roche Harbor! (Elephant House)

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The Elephant House is a cozy and unique cottage right on the water!
Elephant House tucked away in the evergreens. ** no beach access**
*Fire pits are not usable from May 1st-September 30th due to county burn ban and safety of property and neighboring areas. Ban is usually lifted October 1st if/when conditions and weather are favorable. Firewood not provided*
Relax and enjoy the comforts of Elephant House. Smart TV has a Netflix account free for guests to use. Guests are welcome to use their own Hulu or Amazon accounts.
Relax and enjoy the comforts of Elephant House.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Other Space 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Waterfront Cabin near Roche Harbor! (Elephant House)

Waterfront! The Elephant house is a unique and cozy waterfront island retreat near Roche Harbor! This comfortable home offers wonderful Spieden Channel views, it's no doubt a place for enjoyment and relaxation. Located about a mile from Roche Harbor, this retreat is convenient to many amenities including shopping, dining, and nightlife activities, if you desire. Enjoy walks, bike rides or launch stand-up paddle boards or kayaks from the community beach at the isthmus. Indulge in the different varieties of wildlife such as birds, eagles, seals, whales, deer, and fox that inhabit the areas around this home.

Accommodations include a master loft furnished with a King-sized bed, and a sitting area that looks out a picture window to the water. The second bedroom room is located on the main level and is furnished with a King-sized bed as well. The newly updated kitchen offers all the space and necessary cooking amenities to make any meal.

Enjoy relaxing evenings around the propane fireplace in the living room or out enjoying the sunset barbecuing on the deck. A true island cabin!

** Please note: The Elephant House has a Smart TV. This means it does not have regular cable or satellite TV service. It works through the internet to log into your Amazon / Hulu / HBO go accounts and the like. The owner has subscribed to a Netflix account for guests to use if they would like. **

** Parents please be aware that this home has high-bank waterfront exposure and although the owners welcome families, the home may not be suitable for all children.

Fire pits are not usable from May 1st-September 30th due to county burn ban and safety of property and neighboring areas. Ban is usually lifted October 1st if/when conditions and weather are favorable. Firewood not provided.

Please note, the stairs to the loft are slightly narrower than the average staircase and may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.

This house has good cell phone reception.

This house has Internet access.

This house has electric heat and a propane fireplace.

This is a Non-Smoking property.

This house is NOT pet friendly.

Please be advised, yard maintenance may occur during your stay.

The internet / Wi-fi at this house should be sufficient for streaming video, phone calls, remote work and video conferencing. Internet Speed Test Results -Download Speed: 8.6 Mbps, Upload Speed: .88 Mbps, Ping: 141 ms (Average of three tests that were conducted in January of 2022 using SpeedCheck Pro).

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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

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 574569vb
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

About the area

Friday Harbor

Located in Friday Harbor, this cabin is by the ocean. San Juan Islands Sculpture Park and San Juan Island National Historic Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Roche Harbor Marina and San Juan Golf & Tennis Club. Whale Museum and Jones Island State Park are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching.
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Friday Harbor, WA

Getting around

  • Roche Harbor, WA (RCE) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duck Soup - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Westcott Bay Shellfish Co. - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Vineyard - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lime Kiln Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Madrona Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cabin near Roche Harbor! (Elephant House) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Cabin near Roche Harbor! (Elephant House)?

As of 26 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Cabin near Roche Harbor! (Elephant House) on 6 Sept 2026 start from AU$601, 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.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cabin near Roche Harbor! (Elephant House)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cabin near Roche Harbor! (Elephant House)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cabin near Roche Harbor! (Elephant House) located?

Situated by the ocean, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of San Juan Islands Sculpture Park, Roche Harbor Marina and Wescott Bay. San Juan Island National Historic Park is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and views! Absolutely loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karlene T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home and neighborhood with gorgeous views!!! It was a sister getaway and plenty of space to hang out, play games, cook, and enjoy the deck and view!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghann M.

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

Quiet getaway

Beautiful view and just the peaceful stay we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clifford B.

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

Very Peaceful

Location was great for the island tour
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Beautiful

The most idyllic house in the best setting. We hope to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Wedding Visit

Beautiful property!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

Peaceful

We love Roach Harbor after years of visiting on our sailboat. After moving to Tennessee we no long have the sailboat this stay was even better. Great views and with a peacefulness you cant get at the marina. Close enough for morning donut runs and evening colors iykuk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia D.

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

Waterfront peacefulness

Nice quiet location- nice walk into Roche Harbor. Views are lovely and house is nicely equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander L.

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

Amazing place with a perfect view

Everything was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derrin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great spot with nice deck, clean but with an off scent. Not bad just off. Stairs to loft are super small and steep so not a good idea to go up if you’ve been drinking lol. Other than that, a cool spot with a beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy A.

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

Nice relaxing get away

The house is comfortable and well appointed. The view of the water was breathtaking and we got to see a pod of orcas as well as local deer grazing in the yard. It was a lovely break from the routine.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Relaxing Getaway

The house is exactly as advertised and was very comfortable and relaxing. The view is phenomenal and property was perfect with a nice deck and cozy fire pit. The lower bedroom remained very quiet and dark and the bed was comfortable. Our only complaint was not staying longer. Thank you for a wonderful few nights!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Phillip L.

Perfect Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I had a very enjoyable stay. Everything about the property is perfect.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this little cabin and the view was amazing! We had a cute little harbor seal that would pop up in the mornings and an eagle family that liked to fly by. Only negatives were the one bathroom is really small and there isn’t a second bedroom, just a loft with a bed up a very steep staircase. For my 12 year old it was fine but it would be very challenging for anyone too old or too young. I slid down a few times. Haha. But I would still stay here again. Very clean and super cute! And the loaner binoculars were a nice touch.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany N.

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

Perfect place to celebrate our Anniversary!

My husband and I returned to San Juan Island for for our 10-year wedding anniversary. Perfect place for us! Check in was seamless, place was as advertised, easy parking, kitchen was well appointed. We saw Orcas, harbor seals, a fox, and a deer/fawn right from the deck. Will return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Spring in San Juan’s

Beautiful location and nice well kept home. Living room furniture and stairs difficult to manage if you have orthopedic issues. Deck was lovely highlight of the house.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Heidi F.

Lovely

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed our stay! The cabin was cute and we had everything we needed. The view was gorgeous! Nice, quiet and relaxing.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Kelso, Washington

Can't wait to return - The best!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved staying in this beautiful, cozy cabin to celebrate our 36th Anniversary. The view is incredible. We were blessed to see Orcas twice from the deck and a tiny baby fawn with its mother. My favorite part of staying in Friday Harbor was returning to the cabin for relaxation on the deck and firepit area while watching the boats go up and down the channel. We can't wait to book it again. We are now officially spoiled from staying here and don't want to stay anywhere else:) We loved the location and its proximity to the beautiful Roche Harbor.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Cute and cozy!

My husband and I stayed here for a week to celebrate our 25th anniversary. It was perfect for the two of us. It had everything that we needed. Walking distance to Roche Harbor (1.5 miles) for breakfast and not too long of a drive to anywhere on the island. While we weren't lucky enough to see any whales from the house, we did two different tours from Friday Harbor and saw orcas both times. You won't regret renting this cute and cozy cabin!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing cabin for a quite retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved this cabin. This was our first time staying on this side of the island and it was our best trip yet. The cabin was more than enough space for a couple and I can imagine would be perfect for a small family (2 adults/2 kids). Would definitely stay here again. Beautiful view of the sunrise and sunset. Quiet setting and the outdoor setup was perfect to fully take in the beauty of the location.We made most of our dinners at the house to maximize our time there. If you plan on grilling/cooking, you'll need to get all provisions at the market (seasonings, butter/oil -- there was no salt when we arrived but we purchased one and left it there). They do have small/large zip lock bags, foil and parchment paper there in the drawers.A truly great find!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

Great Location

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed our stay. Two minor downsides: I called the office in advance with a question and never got a return phone call and we never could find a dust pan so we had to sweep the fir needles out the door as best we could. Otherwise, very clean and comfortable and we loved the view.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2021
Thank you for your feedback. I am sorry you did not get a reply. Our office is open 7 days per week and we are very diligent about returning calls. Cleaning supplies are provided in all of our properties so I'm not sure why you were not able to find the dustpan. Nonetheless, I'm thrilled you enjoyed your time on the island and we hope to host you again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

J. Chris H.

The Elephant House is Unforgettable

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family of 5 had a wonderful stay here over Labor Day weekend. The ocean views, big deck, and fire pit are the highlights. The queen bed up in the loft was comfortable but the floor up there is really squeaky when you walk on it. Rather disturbing to other sleepers in the house, especially the bedroom right below. No doubt it's a cozy place for 3 or more. We liked the location being a little removed from the hustle bustle of Roche Harbor marina area. The deer and fox are sure friendly!
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2022
Thank you for your review and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Elephant House.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Peter S.

Very Nice, great views

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall, my wife and I enjoyed our stay. With that said, I would say the property is in need of updates. It’s just kind of tired. Everything that needed to work, worked. Including a new BBQ grill. The other thing to be aware of is you are going to need to go to Friday Harbor for any supplies. He knew that upfront and brought a lot with us. Best place we’ve stayed in, no. Would I stay there again, maybe.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Roslan S.

Waterfront haven

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Lovely home and interesting architecture. Great waterfront location in peaceful neighborhood which lends itself to quiet times outside. Neighbors are close by, but it was quiet when we were there (including at new build home on one side). Great location on island for seclusion and being close to waterfront. Still easy to get to any point on island for activities or dinner. Upstairs bed was comfortable. Toiletries and kitchen spices were quite light. Gas heater was awesome. Unfortunate you can’t use the outdoor fire pit in June- still cool enough at nights.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Nancy A.

Elephant House Get Away

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice stay. Great Location, very private and quiet. Beautiful views, very clean property. Down side: No screens on several windows and with the invasion of mosquitos at night it was hard to cool the place down. Luckily we brought a fan from home that helped. Would have been nice to have a couple provided. It would have also been nice to have an umbrella for the patio table. Also, housekeeping needs to leave more supplies, ie; there was only 1 extra trash bag which was not adequate for our stay and the amount of cooking we did. We almost ran out of toilet paper and paper towels. Again we could not find any extras. Lastly, we could not find instructions on how to lock the front door. It took a while to figure it out. It would have been nice to leave directions on the door.Overall we had a fun stay but I would not return to this property unless I knew that the screens had been replaced and fans were provided.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb 2023
We are sorry to hear you were not pleased with your stay at Elephant House. We appreciate the kind words about this lovely location and the great skills of our cleaning staff. We would have been more than happy to assist with any questions you had during your stay and we hope to have that opportunity in the future. Instructions for how to use the door locks are included in the directions and entry instructions sent to guests. Again, we are sorry you were not pleased with your experience.

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