Washington Way Chalet on San Juan Island  

Description from the manager

This vacation home on San Juan Island perches right over the sea. Amazing views of the water set the stage for a classic Island vacation - in fact there's so much blue water right out front of the windows that you sometimes feel like you're on a boat! To enhance that sensation, the decor has a distinctive nautical theme! Just imagine the serenity of sitting on the spacious deck looking over deep blue waters, taking in the wide open views of neighboring islands and passing boats. The same elemental view is also framed in the vaulted windows of the living room when you come indoors.

The styling is casual, warmed by rich colors in every ro...om, a blend of European chalet and northwestern cabin that make for a very cozy environment.

The chalet has a three level floor plan. From the parking level, you come down two flights of stairs to enter the home on the mid-level. The living/dining areas face the water. The living room has a new TV and a pellet stove for extra warmth. The kitchen is very well provided and guest cooks will love the commercial-style propane range. There's also a little bistro table at one end of the kitchen that is a wonderful spot for morning coffee or a glass of wine before dinner. Two bedrooms and a full bathroom are located on this main level as well.

The upper loft functions as the master bedroom because it has a sitting area, desk, and private bath. It's open to the living room so that the waterview can be enjoyed through the windows that extend up two stories in the living room. The lower level has been recently updated with new paint and a larger second TV. There's a double size sofa sleeper in the den. In addition, this level of the home offers a third bathroom with shower, laundry room, and an entry onto a lower deck as well.

Washington Way Chalet is only a five minute drive from Friday Harbor and the ferry landing, where you'll find the community theaters, art galleries, lots of restaurants, grocery stores, and fun shopping!Read more

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Rental fees

Additional notes from owner

$40 Reservation Fee

What Past Guests Are Saying

Overall Rating

• Colleen M.
  Nelson, BC, Canada

  Kootenay biker chix

  Left on 10/13/2012 for a stay in September 2012
  
  

  We had a fabulous time biking the San Juan Islands!!!!
  Six of us women stayed in this beautiful home and had plenty of space for all of us. There is an enormous deck to sit on and admire the sea view
  The kitchen had everything we needed to prepare delicious meals
  I would definitely recommend this home for large groups

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• Kathryn S.
  Scottsdale, Az, United States

  Great View.....Comfortable Home

  Left on 07/25/2012 for a stay in July 2012
  
  

  We loved the location of this vacation rental on San Juan Island near Friday Harbor. It was just 5 minutes away from the ferry and town. It was stocked with most of the basic condiments including salt, pepper etc....which was great not to have to purchase them. Grocery shopping was nearby and the house was perfect for the 6 of us. Plenty of room to spread out and have privacy if you want it. I would stay here again if I went to the area.

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• 
  Austin, TX

  perfect vacatiion

  Left on 09/06/2011 for a stay in August 2011
  
  

  We loved every minute of our San Juan Island vacation, and this home was a perfect place to relax and enjoy the beautiful views. The only problem we had was leaving it!

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• Mary Ellen M.
  Colorado Springs, CO

  Mary Ellen M.'s review of Cute Waterfront Vacation Rental Home N

  Left on 06/15/2011 for a stay in June 2011
  
  

  Very quiet, quaint and comfortable. We would definitely rent this property again.

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• Carroll T.
  Kaneohe, Hi

  Repeat Guests

  Left on 06/02/2011 for a stay in May 2011
  
  

  The guest book reflects comments written by daughters 4 and 5 in 1998 with the hope that we would return. Mom, Dad, daughter 3 and husband returned in 2011 and enjoyed the stay as much as we had previously. Hopefully, we'll be back before another 13 years have passed!

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  Response from Vacation Doorways - 06/02/2011

  

  Vacation Doorways

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  We hope you will too!

• 
  Napa, CA

  Beautiful views, nice location

  Left on 09/26/2010 for a stay in September 2010
  
  

  Stayed at this property 9/17 - 9/24, 2010. Views of the water and islands were great - when it wasn't raining. House was nicely appointed and provided most everthing we needed or expected in a vacation rental. A couple of very minor comments - never figured out how to get more than lukewarm water in the shower by the kitchen (though kitchen had very hot water), found the shower hard to turn off completely (to conserve water), and would have liked the option to unblock parental controls on Directv. All-in-all a good experience and we would recommend it to others.

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• Marlene H.
  Fountainhills, AZ

  Wonderful vacation spot!!

  Left on 08/18/2010 for a stay in August 2010
  
  

  We couldn't have been more pleased with the accommodations, location for beautiful scenery, and overall more than satisfied with the entire experience. We had not been to the San Juan Island before and when we return (which we plan that it will be soon) we will again rent this particular property. Property management arranging for the rental was very helpful and gave us information regarding ferry schedules, etc., that we wouldn't have known otherwise. We were so pleased with everything and wished our time could have been extended.

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• Gina T.
  Reno, NV

  Tempel/Jaunarajs San Juan Vacation

  Left on 08/02/2010 for a stay in July 2010
  
  

  We really enjoyed this property and plan to visit again sometime in the future. One suggestion that I have is to add a couple of additional games to the game closet. Apples to Apples is a great vacation game for 3 or more people. Other games, even checkers or chess, are inexpensive and provide an alternative to watching TV after the sun goes down.
  Actually, we spent a lot of time sitting on the deck looking out over the water and that provided enormous entertainment for us, but our teenage daughter would have liked the games to play instead of just sitting on the deck. Teenages require a little more activity to make them happy, where adults are content just to sit for a change and relax.
  Otherwise, this was a great vacation place. We found that we did not want to leave...a sure sign that we're likely to return.

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• Cathy D.
  Longmont, CO

  Good Vacation rental

  Left on 06/11/2010 for a stay in June 2010
  
  

  Views-stunning
  Weather-great
  Home-great - except for: toilet on main floor wouldn't stop running. We had to use either of the other toilets; BBQ needs work/replaced; and, our last night there we wanted to have a pizza and couldn't open the oven. Tip, don't order from Paradise Lanes - worst pizza EVER!! Otherwise, everything was great. Nice to have washer/dryer, extra bathrooms and outside decks! We had a great time. Thank you for everything!

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• Bill G.
  Ashland, OR, United States

  Bill G.'s review of Cute as Can Be Waterfront Chalet with Fabulo

  Left on 09/24/2009 for a stay in September 2009
  
  

  A couple of changed would be helpful. The light switches and not at all clear as to which switch operates which light. Perhaps some of the switches could be labeled as to which light they operate. The lights above the "loft" bed don'd have a switch but have to be pluged in and out to oprate the light. A line switch would be helpful. Most improtantly an electrical outlet should be installed below the light switch at the top of the stairs to the loft room so that a night light could be pluggged in at the top of the stairs. The top step is very difficult to judge in the dark and is in fact rather unsafe.

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  Response from Vacation Doorways - 09/29/2009

  

  Vacation Doorways

  Manager

  No, I had no problems with the service. I guess I just clicked the wrong answer. Sorry.We had a most enjoyable stay. The only disappointment was to learn that the folks who have "The Place" restaurant are selling it and retiring. It was one of our favorite eating places.Thanks for your responseHope to see you next year.Bill GillP.S. Sorry for the typos! I pressed "send" too soon.From management: All of the lighting issues will be addressed.

• Noelle T.
  Medina, WA

  Wonderful San Juan Island View Cabin

  Left on 09/16/2009 for a stay in September 2009
  
  

  We loved this cabin's view!! The house was spotless and just 5 minutes from Friday Harbor. We appreciated the Satellite Dish TV so we could watch the UW Husky Football game. There are steep steps going down to the cabin which would be important to know if anyone has mobility issues. Not a problem for us and we had a great time here!

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• 
  Gasquet, CA

  Great location & Relaxing

  Left on 08/26/2009 for a stay in August 2009
  
  

  Needed more dishwasher & laundry detergent for length of rental. Should provide guests with a vacum so they can clean up as they stay. Trash compactor & dishwasher not empty when arrived. All pretty minor, but a bit distracting. Otherwise ... fantastic.

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• Dan K.
  Austin, Texas

  Fantastic!

  Left on 08/19/2009 for a stay in August 2009
  
  

  Excellent in every way. (But if you need Wi-Fi, be sure to ask for the code ahead of time.)

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