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Escape to your seaside retreat on South Whidbey’s Holmes Harbor

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 3970 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Escape to your seaside retreat on South Whidbey’s Holmes Harbor

Find peace by the tranquil shoreline at our two-bedroom cabin in Freeland. Nestled along the picturesque shores of South Whidbey Island, you'll be captivated by the breathtaking ocean views from the comfort of your own private balcony. Spend sun-drenched days lounging on the beach, roasting marshmallows around the fire pit, or exploring the nearby South Whidbey Harbor and Fort Casey State Park. Back at the cabin, you'll find all the comforts of home, including a fully stocked kitchen, a cozy wood stove, and a wealth of entertainment options like games, a DVD player, and a video library. With thoughtful amenities like free WiFi, a washer/dryer, and air conditioning, this cabin is the perfect base for your Whidbey Island getaway. Whether you're seeking a romantic retreat or a family-friendly vacation, this beachfront oasis promises an unforgettable experience.

Property manager

Jess Leon

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking OK outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 970 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs ok

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Games, toys, high chair, few stairs; no packnplay

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: Small gatherings ok.
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 first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beachfront House Kayaks Dog Lovers Wi fi Affordable
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About the area

Map
Freeland, WA

What's nearby

  • Blooms - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mutiny Bay - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Useless Bay - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Double Bluff State Park - 12 min drive - 6.6 km
  • South Whidbey Harbor at Langley - 15 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Everett Station - 57 min drive
  • Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gordon's On Blueberry Hill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Ultra House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dancing Fish Vineyards - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Spoiled Dog Winery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Orchard Kitchen - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to your seaside retreat on South Whidbey’s Holmes Harbor pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Escape to your seaside retreat on South Whidbey’s Holmes Harbor ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to your seaside retreat on South Whidbey’s Holmes Harbor ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape to your seaside retreat on South Whidbey’s Holmes Harbor located?

Nestled on the beach, this Freeland cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Holmes Harbor and Blooms. Mutiny Bay is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

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Escape to your seaside retreat on South Whidbey’s Holmes Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

10/10

This is our third time staying in this relaxing cabin right on the beach. We love it here. Hosts are awesome!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Such a great little place right on the water and blocks from coffee/groceries/restaurants. Will definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10

Five star view of an ever-changing seascape that fed the soul
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

great! enjoyed it immensely!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

This was perfect place for my dog and I to escape. Charming and cosy, very easy to relax and enjoy the excellent view of the water. Excellent communications with the owner. Will be planning more escapes to this wonderful place in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

We loved this house! The location was perfect - grocery store and restaurants not more than 2 minutes away. And the view! We thoroughly enjoyed watching the water while we ate dinner and played cards.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10

We had such a great time. The house felt like a home. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10

Our family loved the view and features of this house. The beds were very comfortable. Having a playground nearby was nice for our grands. The owner was friendly and accessible.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10

Comfortable, great views, right on the water and had everything we needed and then some. Loved the wood stove. Great to have our dogs with us
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10

This charming home is located right on the water, with the sounds of the waves capturing our hearts right away. There was plenty of space for the family and enough extras, like the piano, games and puzzles, to make it easy to cozy up on the comfy couch or sit on the back deck watching the wildlife and waves. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Such a beautiful, peaceful view. Well equipped house. Best night’s sleep ever! We loved our stay at Baby Beach and hope to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

This house is a great location, right on the water and pet friendly! We walked our dog around the neighborhood a few times and she loved it. The location was really great and central, just a few blocks from the grocery store and coffee shops. The owners were great at communicating everything for check-in and provided everything we would need for the stay, including plenty of towels, blankets, and space heaters in every room, which was a nice touch for the winter month. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

My family and I had a great stay at Jessica’s place. The home is lovely and location is beautiful. We used the kayaks, enjoyed sitting on the deck in the morning with a cup of coffee and loved the peaceful neighborhood. Jess was a wonderful and responsive host. We highly recommend this vacation home.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

We had such a relaxing stay on Baby Beach :) It was perfect for me, my husband and our toddler with loads of family friendly activities around the island, but also just the right amount of space in the home. The views were spectacular and the home had everything we needed for a comfortable visit. We especially loved the fireplace and the kayaks, as well as the park for our little one that was in walking distance! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10

This was a fall girlfriend getaway. We enjoyed the patio, beach and views on our sunny day and stayed warm playing cards and watching stormy water on day 2. Jess was very accommodating and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10

We rented this house for Christmas weekend. All of us were comfortable and so taken with the views from the giant bay windows. We were graced by a whale pod a couple of times during our stay to make it all the more magical. 10/10 will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10

We had a wonderful long weekend at the beach house. So comfortable and stocked with everything we needed. We stayed cozy with the wood stove (with an ample supply of seasoned firewood...thank you) and an amazing view down the bay. Enjoyed our beach walks and close proximity to the neighborhood park. Great location, close to groceries & restaurants in Freeland, and just a short drive to Double Bluff, Bayview and Langley. Great communication with our host, Jess. Hope we get to return in warmer weather & get some kayaking time on the tranquil water. Thank you for sharing your beach house with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Jess' place is so great, very homey, can't wait to come back in summer/fall season to experience the inviting fire pit and SUP. Kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need, spice and appliance wise, as well as accessories. Jess is great at communicating and super prompt to take care of anything that comes up. I highly recommend this place for families, plenty of rooms and beds to spread out in. Also, if you have a toddler/baby, great house. Has a lot of entertainment for kids and some kids books and toys. Overall, highly recommended and we will be back :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Older property with character and charm. If you like living in a home and not a glass and steel box by the water . then this is the place. Serenity is a word to that comes to mind when you pick this part of Freeland Town - Whidbey Island Washington State.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

This was a wonderful house right on the water in Freeland, WA. Not only is this probably the best location on the whole bay, but the house has everything you need to have a great time. Within walking distance to great stores that have everything you need. We had my in laws and my 16 month old son and we all had an amazing time. the owner was very responsive and generous with their supplies and amenities!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

I rented the beach house spring 2010. I brought my Mom for a Mother / Daughter weekend. The house very nice and has everything that you need. It is indeed a magical place, a cozy home with beautiful views right on the water! I will be back! Thank you so much.

8/10

The view is beautiful- steps away from the beach. I was fortunate enough to stay 4 months. Friendly neighbors and a great place to bring my dog - Had a problem with the host coming onto the property and into the house the first two months. It was resolved when it was addressed .
Stayed 120 nights in Nov 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

My husband, dog Buddy, and I stayed at Baby Beach from Sat-Mon and we had a wonderful time. The weather worked in our favor and we traveled around Whidbey each day and the beach house was perfect to come home to. The views are just amazing and Buddy loved walking up and down the beach, chasing birds, sniffing shells and seaweed. Before the weekend was over, we were talking about coming back in summer for more hiking and farmers' markets! The house is very comfortable and had everything we needed. We will definitely come back to Baby Beach.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We had an amazing time on Whidbey with this home as our base. It's so close to the water -- the kids loved being able to run outside onto the beach to collect rocks or shells. And from the huge picture window in the mornings, we watched eagles, several kinds of ducks, a loon trying to swallow a too-big fish, and even two otters. The home itself is dated but comfortable, and very well equipped. There's a playground a few minutes in one direction, and a great grocery store just up the hill. We also enjoyed a few side trips to Double Bluffs Park and Port Townsend.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Our second visit this year. Love this charming little house on the harbor. Not modern by any means, but has all the comforts of home. This house is right on the water and so very peaceful! My husband and I can sit for hours on the deck or lawn, glass of wine in hand, watching the water, listening to the seagulls and surf.....so relaxing. Our dog loves to play in the water. Close to grocery store and other towns (i.e., Langley, etc..)