Waterfront Cottage near Friday Harbor - Best Place Cottage - San Juan County

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Friday Harbor, WA

Whale Museum4 min drive
San Juan Islands Museum of Art4 min drive
Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base)4 min drive
San Juan Island National Historic Park14 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

Waterfront Cottage near Friday Harbor - Best Place Cottage

Waterfront! Best Place Cottage is a cozy, comfortable and historic piece of the island. This home was built in 1910 and is an authentic piece of San Juan Island history. Perched above Jensen's Shipyard and Shipyard Cove Marina, the cottage is nicely updated and offers a great vantage point for boating activity. This is a perfect property for a couple or small family of 3.

Located minutes from town, this waterfront property offers great views from almost every room. The water-facing living room is equipped with an electric fireplace insert and is furnished with a sofa sleeper. The full kitchen is stocked with basic kitchen cookware and utensils for preparing a dinner in, or a quick lunch. Enjoy eating meals around the dining table while watching the Harbor Seals play down in the water. This home is equipped with a continental style bathroom for access from the hallway and the bedroom. The bedroom is nicely appointed with a large closet and a Queen size bed.

Although there is no dock access from this property, the Shipyard Cove Marina does offer transient mooring, making this a great spot for boaters to regain their land legs!

*There is NO dock access from this home.

** Parents please be aware that this home has high-bank waterfront. Although the owners welcome families, the home may not be suitable for all children.**

This house has good cell phone reception.

This house does not have Internet access and has satellite TV.
Approximately a 5 minute drive to the Friday Harbor Ferry Dock.
This is a Non-Smoking house
Not pet friendly

vr permit number: pcup00-09-0003

Property manager

San Juan Property Management

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Beach view

The Cannery Inn is just steps away from downtown Friday Harbor!

Free WiFi

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Friday Harbor

Located in Friday Harbor, this cottage is on the waterfront. San Juan Island National Historic Park and English Camp are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at San Juan Golf & Tennis Club and Pelindaba Lavender Farm. Whale Museum and Darvill's Bookstore are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching.

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Friday Harbor, WA

What's nearby

Whale Museum - 4 min drive
San Juan Islands Museum of Art - 4 min drive
San Juan Island National Historic Park - 14 min drive
Pelindaba Lavender Farm - 14 min drive
Cape San Juan - 21 min drive

Getting around

Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

Sweet Retreat & Espresso - 4 min drive
Salty Fox Coffee - 3 min drive
Vic's Drive Inn - 4 min drive
Mike's Cafe & Wine Bar - 4 min drive
Downriggers - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cottage near Friday Harbor - Best Place Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage near Friday Harbor - Best Place Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage near Friday Harbor - Best Place Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cottage near Friday Harbor - Best Place Cottage located?

Situated in Friday Harbor, this beach cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Turn Island State Park, Whale Museum and San Juan Islands Museum of Art. San Juan Historical Society and Museum and PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

8 Apr 2024

Best place to relax and watch the seals

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay at best place. Such a wonderful view and we truly enjoyed the seals playing in the harbor. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. The house was close to Friday Harbor, but far enough that it was very quiet. The only thing that needs to be improved is the hideabed mattress. We brought a blow up mattress for our nine year old and placed it on top of the hideabed mattress because of the previous reviews. Otherwise this cute little house was great!!

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10/10 Excellent

Travis L.

5 Mar 2024

coastal cabin water view

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This place was very quiet and has a view like no other. the houser is small and cozy with ample amenities to cook amazing meals. I would watch the harbor seals feel during the tides and peer out the windows at the boats in the harbor. Very close to town and Jacksons beach. No internet so no working without a hotspot.

10/10 Excellent

Randy S.

26 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Place Cottage

Best Place was well appointed, clean and comfortable. Located on a quiet part of the island, the cottage sits by the water's edge affording the lodger outstanding water views including sea birds, otters and seals. A cozy spot.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette van der V.

14 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blissfull

The cottage is lovely, super clean, location idyllic, it lacked nothing. I loved it, so peaceful to sit on quaint porch and watch the wild life! Would definitely return there. Conveniently close to ferry dock.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M., Vancouver

30 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage on the water

We had a wonderful time staying at the little cottage on the water. We thought it was very cozy for two adults and an infant. We would have liked wifi access, but other than that we enjoyed the scenery. The seals chilling on the dock was a nice surprise.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023