Waterfront Accommodations on Orcas Island, WashingtonEmbrace the healing power of the sea. A seaside Beach House at the intersection of a the wetland, a nature preserve and the Salish Sea. Pass through the garden and stroll over a low boardwalk spanning active tidal wetlands to our black sand and pebble beach. Stand at the shore's edge and gaze out into the expansive waterscape, distant islands, and snow peaked Canadian Coast Range. Skip rocks over the glassy summer surface of the sea. Sip the salt air. Dip your toes in the gentle ocean salt water. Gather driftwood and build a beach fort, explore the ocean tidal life or plop down and just listen to the subtle lapping waves breaking at the shore. But be sure to drift away and disconnect.The Beach HouseOnce you pass through the gates you enter a serene world -away. Large sash windows and French doors frame views of the Salish Sea, the natural environment and our landscaped gardens. Water views from the large kitchen/dining great room and living room as well as the upstairs bedrooms and baths. The home features sweeping seascape views from the large cedar deck. For outdoor summer dining enjoy the covered patio with table and seating for six just off the kitchen. Inside the home a large classic handcrafted oak dining table and chairs allow for large family meals. The home features traditional design elements including high ceilings, plenty of windows, wide plank heartwood pine flooring fastened with hand cut square nails and antique bathroom fixtures. The property is fenced and has a gated entry for privacy. Sleeping ArrangementsThe second floor includes a bright master suite with a king bed and attached private bathroom. The master bedroom's French doors open out onto a deck with sweeping ocean and island views. There is one additional private bedroom, a smaller meditation room with a double bed and floor to ceiling water views and bathroom upstairs. The ground level has one bedroom on the south side of the home. A light and airy bedroom with a queen bed that is drenched in summer sun. The ground floor has one bathroom with a shower. Details2,600 SF Beach House on 1.5 acres of land 130' of private walk out beach to low tide mark on shared cove expansive ocean marine views (three) private bedrooms. (three) private bathrooms. (one) king bed. (one) queen bed. (one) double bed. WiFi & 40" Samsung smart TV. handpicked selection of books & boardgames. original artwork by PNW artists. full kitchen w/coffee brewer, kuerig, electric tea kettle, ice maker, microwave, toaster oven, 36" electric range and double oven, dishwasher. Well stocked smallwares and cookware. Weber charcoal BBQ. |