Charming Cottage, Walk to Shops, Dining & Public Beach, Pastoral Acre Location

9.6

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Eastsound, WA

Orcas Island Historical Museum5 min walk
Eastsound Beaches9 min walk
Eastsound, WA (ESD-Orcas Island)15 min walk
Orcas Island Golf Course5 min drive

Host was very responsive to questions and requests. House is a short 2-3 block walk to everything in town and centrally ...

Claudia C.

Aug 31, 2023

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Permit #HE-09-02(01CU037) -The Wisteria Cottage is located on an acre of land with a small orchard near the heart of Eastsound Village. It is ideally suited to those who are looking for a centrally located place to stay on Orcas Island that is within easy walking distance of the shops, restaurants, theatre and public beaches and parks.

The cottage has two bedrooms, with a queen bed in the master bedroom and two twin beds in the second bedroom. There is a comfortable living/dining room, full kitchen, 3/4 bath and laundry room. It is equipped with TV, radio, and CD/DVD players.

The Wisteria Cottage is ideal for families with children or one or two couples. It will accommodate a maximum of four people.

We are a legally permitted local business. Permit # HED9-02 (01CU037).

Property manager

James & Betsy Nelson

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

No parties. Quiet hours 10pm-8am.

Pets

No pets allowed

Pets not allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

This is a non-smoking property.

No outdoor burning allowed (other than use of the gas grill). Wood stove is for use in the rainy season. Refrain from using it in the dry season.

Leave it as you found it. Dispose of perishables, clean & return dishes, and put any moved furniture back in its place.

Please respect our neighbors. Stay within our property boundaries (see property map in unit). Maintain the quiet atmosphere of our natural setting.

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: No parties. Quiet hours 10pm-8am.

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 deadlock

Property Registration Number HE-09-02(01CU037)

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Eastsound

This cottage is located in Eastsound. Orcas Island Historical Museum and Mt. Constitution are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Darvill's Bookstore and Jones Island State Park. Whale Museum and Sucia Island State Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Eastsound, WA

What's nearby

Orcas Island Historical Museum - 5 min walk
Darvill's Bookstore - 7 min walk
Eastsound Beaches - 9 min walk
Orcas Island Golf Course - 5 min drive
Mt. Constitution - 25 min drive

Getting around

Eastsound, WA (ESD-Orcas Island) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

Country Corner - 3 min drive
The Mansion Restaurant - 12 min drive
Island Hoppin' Brewery - 17 min walk
Lower Tavern - 6 min walk
Brown Bear Baking - 7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage, Walk to Shops, Dining & Public Beach, Pastoral Acre Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage, Walk to Shops, Dining & Public Beach, Pastoral Acre Location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage, Walk to Shops, Dining & Public Beach, Pastoral Acre Location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage, Walk to Shops, Dining & Public Beach, Pastoral Acre Location located?

Situated in Eastsound, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of The Funhouse Discovery Center and Orcas Island Historical Museum. Darvill's Bookstore and Eastsound Beaches are also within 10 minutes.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Claudia C.

31 Aug 2023

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

Perfect location

Host was very responsive to questions and requests. House is a short 2-3 block walk to everything in town and centrally located to hiking and other outdoor activities on the Island. Although there is a high chair, the space is better suited to 2-3 adults than to a family. If you want to cook meals, bring your own spices or you’ll need to buy them at the lovely Island Market. We loved the Brown Bear Bakery, Village Green concert, and the ease of hopping on the inter island ferry to explore other islands.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe T., Seattle, USA

14 Aug 2023

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

Spotless, comfortable, family-friendly cottage

We stayed with our 10-year old son here for a week while he attended a summer day camp. Our plan was to work from the cottage during the day and enjoy Eastsound and the rest of the Island during the evenings and weekends. Our worries coming in were whether the place would be big enough, and whether the internet service would support our meeting schedules. This place surpassed our expectations on both fronts. Moreover, it was extremely clean and had a great-sized kitchen that allowed us to mix in a few home-cooked meals with our visits to local restaurants. Also there's a nice big yard that we used for throwing a frisbee around. Would highly recommend for families!

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia K.

29 Aug 2022

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

Cozy cottage

Wisteria Cottage is clean and well appointed. The location is excellent. It is an easy walk to town, shops, and restaurants.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathie B.

23 Aug 2019

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

Clean, comfortable and convenient

Cottage is an easy walk to shops and restaurants. Setting is very charming with fruit trees and visiting deer. Cottage was spacious, very clean and beds comfortable. Hosts were very responsive to questions. I appreciated the availability of things like foil and plastic wrap in the kitchen. We also appreciated the availability of the gas grill that we used for a couple quick meals. Great place! Would stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan F.

19 Aug 2019

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

Great house in a great location!

The house was located a quick walk from everywhere you’d want to go in Eastsound. Everything was clean and well-maintained. We’d definitely stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by James & Betsy Nelson

Bayside Cottages has welcomed guests to Orcas Island for 30+ years.

Jim & Betsy moved to the island in 1975. They designed and built many of the vacation cottages themselves.

We’re lucky to wake up every day in such a beautiful place. It's a joy to see how much our guests love it here, too.

Why they chose this property

Eastsound Village is the heart of Orcas Island.

What makes this property unique

The Wisteria Cottage has a unique location; it is within easy walking distance of all the dining & activities of town, but it has a sense of space and elbow room. It's also a perfect jumping off point for exploring nature around the island!