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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, toys, books, stereo
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Eastsound, WA
  • Darvill's Bookstore
    2 min walk
  • Orcas Island Historical Museum
    4 min walk
  • Crescent Beach
    4 min walk
  • Eastsound, WA (ESD-Orcas Island)
    4 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Homestead on the Shore -- New Hot Tub!

Make this island gem your Orcas destination! Impeccably restored in 2021, the Homestead combines the best of the past with every modern amenity. Built by settlers in 1906 and representative of Orcas Island history, this coastal classic is centrally located in Eastsound Village. Equally appealing as a romantic get-away or gathering of family and friends, this is the perfect sanctuary from which to launch your island explorations. There’s plenty of room to spread out, with a central great room (kitchen/dining/living room), large deck, slate patio, hot tub and outdoor gazebo with fire pit. Bedrooms include king bed on the main floor, three queen beds upstairs, and two twin daybeds as well. Primary bedroom overlooks the gorgeous view through twin dormers. Fully equipped gourmet kitchen, three flatscreen TV's, high speed internet, gas barbecue, and several desk areas for keeping up on your computer work. In the evenings enjoy a drink in the sea-born breeze, listen to waves on the shore below, and watch the abundant wildlife around Indian Island.

Orcas Island is called one of the most charming travel destinations in America.
You can stroll to the Farmer's Market, enjoy a meal in one of Eastsound's world-class restaurants, and get delicious take-out items to share at home. A bookstore and lattes are just around the corner, bakery across the street and whale watch tours and/or kayak rentals can be arranged nearby. Island Market has all of your grocery needs just two blocks away. The stunning views include the bay, picturesque Eastsound Village, and island sunsets. Located only eight miles from the ferry landing and ten miles from majestic Moran State Park and Mt. Constitution, this is an ideal location for your vacation get-away! (SJC Permit #PPROV0-11-0009)



Keywords: Historic, completely restored
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Darvill's Bookstore. Features include 1 hot tub and concierge services. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Services include a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • Steps from Eastsound Beaches and Darvill's Bookstore
The Homestead on the Shore -- New Hot Tub! offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Susan Gudgell

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Pets must not be left unsupervised.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are fine.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number SJC Permit #PPROV0-11-0009

Property is also known as

Homestead A Cottage on the Shore
The Homestead on the Shore Eastsound
'the Homestead' on Eastsound's Waterfront!
The Homestead on the Shore Private vacation home
The Homestead on the Shore Private vacation home Eastsound

The Homestead on the Shore -- New Hot Tub! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jason g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, great house
Best in town location on Orcas. Views of the sound were unbelievable. You can walk to town and the grocery store in minutes. The house had great seating and dining options. The outdoor fire pit area was a great gathering place. The place is great for 2 couples. We were a family of 8 which was awkward with the 2 bathrooms since one was located within one of the bedrooms. Also the first floor bedroom, which is very comfortable, is ready for an upgrade on mattress and pillows. All that being said, we rebooked for 2025!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adrienne’s wedding
Our daughter got married at the Oddfellows Hall down the street. She used the beautiful primary bedroom to get ready! We loved your house and the location.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place!
Beautiful house in a perfect location. Walking distance to bookstore, coffee, bakery, beach, grocery store. We launched our kayaks from the boat dock down the street. We did lots of cooking and baking - the kitchen has everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dolores H.

Liked: Cleanliness
You will not be disappointed
This property had everything needed and would highly recommend it The owners are wonderful . We had one thing happen we did and they responded quickly
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Homey Homestead
Comfort abounds!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family getaway
Absolutely stunning, spotlessly clean, beyond well-equipped. We just want to move in. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori R., Auburn, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Location and views!
Beautiful home with great views. Short walk to the cute village and shops and restaurants. Easy access to the many wonderful sites on the island. 15-20 minute to ferry.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place!
This is our second time staying at the property and we loved it even more the second time. It is in the most amazing location and is simply magical. We stayed as a family of 4 with two young children and had everything we needed. Place is very clean and tidy. Can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madeline T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend getaway
The homestead on the shore was an amazing place, picturesque, beautiful living spaces, open kitchen, modern with old charm, and the view!! House is very walkable to grocery store, farmers market, and all the shops in town. It was a very relaxing place, highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

Liked: Cleanliness
I almost don't want to tell you . . .
this is the best rental on orcas . . .and I've stayed in many! We often struggle with just one rental car, but not in this location because everything in town is around the corner! I hesitate to review this rental because I want to be able to book it in the future and when more people find out, it will get booked up a year in advance. Incredibly clean, stocked with everything that one needs, nice and bright! If you want to feel isolated this might not be the rental for you because you're in the thick of the goings on of town, but for us that was ideal!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a family getaway
My family and I loved our stay at this house. The location is perfect - you can walk to restaurants, stores, the farmers market...whatever you need in Eastsound, while still feeling like you're in a private spot with a beautiful view of the sound. The house is really nicely done - the furnishings are beautiful and the kitchen and bathrooms are well stocked. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house, great location!
Immaculate house with everything we needed to make our stay perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lex B., Bellevue, Washington

Liked: Cleanliness
A GREAT House
What a wonderful house! Beautifully constructed and conveniently located close to town yet very quiet, our family of four adults and two kids loved our time here. The spacious and well-appointed kitchen with a Wolf range made family meal prep so much fun and drinks and dinner on the deck as the sun set was a resulting treat. Coffee, restaurants and bars, galleries and groceries all within walking distance are a special experience. A couple of minor glitches with the house were promptly and courteously addressed by the owner’s team which provided excellent customer service. Highly recommend this outstanding property. Looking forward to a return in the near future.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Great house. Great location. Very well appointed and great attention to detail. Would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property in Eastsound
This property is truly magical—Incredible views from inside and outside; beautiful interior with lovely furnishings and well-appointed with everything one could possible need for a comfortable stay; very conveniently located in the heart of Eastsound, yet very quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Recently renovated, good location
Nicely renovated house right in town with a view. Good communication from owner. Would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views in excellent location.
Very comfortable and relaxing. Plenty of room to cook together in a large open kitchen. Enjoyed sitting by the fire pit and watching the birds and water.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

CORY V., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderfully and newly remodeled classic homestead.
Homestead is a beautiful place. Originally built in 1909, it has been perfectly remodeled to capture its classic essence while still bringing modern conveniences. With excellent south and westerly views, the sunlight filled many rooms during our December 2021 stay there. We went just after a severe snowstorm, but our host, Susan, made sure the lights and heat were already on when we arrived. The cold temperature was at first a challenge for the classic house, but the new heating units installed in the remodel (we were the first renters!) worked really well, despite a chill factor equal to 3 degrees outside. Homestead is located right in Eastsound. Everything, including the store and bakery, is less than a 2 minute walk. Given the snow, the town of Eastsound was mostly closed up, but it was still a pleasant visit and a beautiful setting. Homestead included everything you could want. Wonderful decorating; luxurious bedding and towels; thoughtful touches like throw blankets galore; a well provisioned kitchen with all new appliances; bookshelves and reading nooks everywhere; and perfectly functioning wifi. With the cold, we were unable to use the deck (with its barbeque) or the covered gazebo (with its firepit). However, I am sure in warmer months, they will be a huge part of the expereience. Our only regret would be that the large hearth in the middle of the great room was not a fireplace (populated with candles instead). That would have been a perfect touch during the cold days we stayed there. The host, Susan, was professional, solicitious and helpful in every respect. We highly recommend this property and hope to return again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of room, beautiful view, amazing location
We loved being walking distance from everything in Eastsound! Plenty of space in this charming house. Beautiful view from the kitchen and deck.

10/10 Excellent

Le S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Eastsound best
Perfect location for Eastsound, farmers market and restaurants. Beautiful views.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location
We were in Eastsound for a wedding. Everything was so close that it was within walking distance. Good restaurants ( The Island Skillet, Lunas, Mijitas, and Lower Tavern to name a few. We enjoyed our stay at the Homestead very much. Thank you?
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Review
This is a lovely home, clean, well -appointed, and near the center of town. Great space for dining, food preparation and outdoor entertainment. Owner answered my questions quickly. Would recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Krystal B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home base for family wedding
We were getting married at Odd Fellows hall just down the street and this spot could not have been more perfect. Plenty of bed space for our immediate family and an intimate rehearsal dinner in the back yard, spacious enough that you could find a quiet spot to sit and nap or reflect while others were coming and going, gorgeous views - overall a beautifully well-kept historic home. You’re also just a few steps from all the best stores and restaurants in Eastsound. Already wishing I can invite my entire family and do it all over again at this house!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

beth m.

Liked: Cleanliness
great East sound property!
great property, ideally located near town. perfect for our family reunion
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019