Wow...where do I begin? We arrived on snowy Lopez after the barrage of snowstorms had subsided in the Seattle area. Lopez had some snow and that made it all the more magical to stay at the Boathouse. From the moment we arrived, the Boathouse did not disappoint. On the dining table we were greeted with a bottle of wine and some hot chocolate with a welcome card. That was unexpected and so thoughtful! Thank you!
The Boathouse is tucked away on a lane with only a few other houses. The house sits nicely positioned so you feel a great deal of privacy when you gaze out of the massive french door style windows in the main floor area (living room/kitchen). As soon as we arrived, we got the wood stove going and it took the chill out of the room in almost no time. And speaking of the wood stove, you won't ever get cold with the stock of wood and the ability of that stove to generate some generous heat.
The kitchen is wonderfully done (modern, well planned) and makes cooking a pleasure, with everything you need to make a good meal and plenty of room for serving and cleanup. This was truly a gift because being we were on Lopez on the off season, many restaurants were either closed or had limited days open. The living room was such a treat to sit in and we found favorite spots to gaze out on the meadow, watching the deer and sounding off "bunny" alerts. The upstairs master bedroom is massive and well-appointed, has many windows, and is really cozy. The bed was absolutely comfortable, which isn't something I can always say when I am away from home. The bathroom upstairs is also just perfect - from the gorgeous shower, the style of the bathroom, and plush towels.
The owners of the Boathouse truly did a beautiful job styling the house. The thoughtful design, decor, ambience, and abundant lighting makes the house bright and cheery. This was truly a memorable stay and my husband and I enjoyed the opportunity to slow down, relax, and completely unwind. I would highly recommend the Boathouse to anyone who wants to experience a tasteful rental, with exceptional owners who were appropriately communicative, kind, and responsive. From the impeccable cleanliness of the house to the attention to details in every room, this place is a gem.
