Rare Beauty - Idyllic Beachfront Island Home - 5 Star Architectural Gem - Marrowstone

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Summertime at Kilisut Harbor. Historic boathouse remnant of the past. Welcome!

Vintage boathouse sets off architecture of classic Northwest Contemporary house

Acres of meadow invite wildlife to visit. Good for pick up ball games, too

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Nordland, WA

Fort Flagler State Park
‪6 min drive‬
Ann Starrett Mansion
‪26 min drive‬
Fort Worden State Park
‪28 min drive‬
Port Townsend, WA (TWD-Jefferson County Intl.)
‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Den

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Rare Beauty - Idyllic Beachfront Island Home - 5 Star Architectural Gem

Iconic architect-designed Northwest Contemporary house in beautiful island setting amidst the warm colors of native landscaping. Very private and quiet. 450 ft. of waterfront. 7 acres in meadow, orchard and timber. Fully and tastefully furnished with all the amenities, including WIFi and Smart TV for streaming (but no TV reception). View from every room. Kitchen completely equipped. New bathrooms. One queen and one double bed. Expansive west-facing deck, morning terrace, firepit.

Watch eagles soar over the historic boathouse. See the sea otter and harbor seals play off shore. Swim, dig clams, pick oysters, crab, beach walk, canoe, bicycle. Get acquainted with the abundant marine life. Visit the deer in the meadow. Pick blackberries and apples in season.

In summer eat dinner on the deck in the glow of the sunset. Roast s'mores over an open fire. In other seasons stay warm by the fireplace, curled up with a good book . Watch the weather move across the water in ever changing patterns and colors. Watch the sun rise over the dew studded meadow, Bask in the light of the moon reflected in the bay before it sets behind Indian Island. .

Premier destination Ft. Flagler State Park ,an historic and natural resource treasure at the north end of island, invites your exploration . So do the two county parks on the island. All have wonderful, distinct Puget Sound beaches, splendid views of mountains to east and west, and hiking trails. Easily accessible by bicycle.

This island living is only 20 minutes away from the delights of historic Pt. Townsend: restaurants, breweries, shops, museums, concerts, Ft. Warden State Park, the Wooden Boat Festival, the Jazz Festival and other seasonal events. Chimacum is close by, the center of a growing sustainable agriculture movement. Visit the many farms to buy what is in season. Weekend farmer's market.

Keywords: northwest contemporary waterfront home, western exposure, lowbank, saltwater, protected bay, island, acreage

Property manager

Nancy Taylor and Pat Lantz

Languages

English

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Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Children over 8 are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

The beach access at the boathouse and the boathouse itself are off limits. They are under repair and unsafe. Please use the beach path by the kayaks.

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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 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

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nordland

Located in Nordland, this holiday home is on the beach. Mystery Bay State Park and Kinney Point State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Chimacum Corner Farmstand and Meerkerk Rhododendron Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Nordland, WA

What's nearby

Fort Flagler State Park - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
Jefferson County Courthouse - 25 min drive - 23.3 km
Ann Starrett Mansion - 26 min drive - 24.5 km
Fort Worden State Park - 28 min drive - 25.9 km
Port Townsend Marine Science Center - 29 min drive - 26.4 km

Getting around

Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

‪Easytime Espresso - ‬13 min drive
‪Ferino's Pizzeria - ‬10 min drive
‪Pourhouse - ‬24 min drive
‪Elevated Ice Cream Co & Candy Shop - ‬27 min drive
‪Velocity - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rare Beauty - Idyllic Beachfront Island Home - 5 Star Architectural Gem pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rare Beauty - Idyllic Beachfront Island Home - 5 Star Architectural Gem?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rare Beauty - Idyllic Beachfront Island Home - 5 Star Architectural Gem?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rare Beauty - Idyllic Beachfront Island Home - 5 Star Architectural Gem located?

Nestled on the beach, this Nordland holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Marrowstone Beaches, Mystery Bay State Park and Kinney Point State Park. Fort Flagler State Park and Marrowstone Point Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Jeff E.

22 Oct 2021

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Fabulous Marrowstone Island retreat

Awesome location with lovely view of Killsut Harbor. A very quiet and private location for a relaxing getaway. The house has plenty of supplies and lots of interesting historical items. Whether you plan to explore the surrounding area or just want to get away from it all, this is a charming place to stay. And to top it off, Nancy is a very responsive host!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

18 Oct 2021

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Quiet Retreat

We had a wonderful time on Marrowstone Island. Kilisut Harbor is a quiet retreat. The house is perfect for a small family and has everything you need to just stay and enjoy the property. We will come back!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tricia D.

14 Oct 2021

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Tranquility in Abundance

The description and pictures do not do justice to this amazing home. It is really a little piece of heaven where you can work, recharge or relax - or a little of all three - your choice. Morning coffee on the deck overlooking the water was best part of my day! The flora and fauna are totally magical and add to the beauty and tranquility. There are so many amenities here, we needed a longer stay to take advantage of them - like clamming and kayaking. The furniture and bedding were all very comfortable and made for wonderful sleeping and relaxing. In about 20 minutes or so you can also be in Port Townsand with many restaurants and shops on the water. This was a perfect weekend getaway for us - wish we could have stayed longer!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill E.

12 Oct 2021

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Marrowstone Island, a wonderful week in early autumn, 2021.

We, my dear friend of 51 years and I, loved our week at your home on Marrowstone Island. It had been nine years since we had a little getaway just the two of us and your awesome abode was a wonderful choice. Your home, inside or outside on the deck, is the quietest place either of us have ever stayed. Having an undeveloped forested island across the water in front of us added hugely to the serenity of the place. We loved watching the water, whether rippling or flat, and the sky with ever changing cloud formations passing by was sort of mesmerizing. We woke up to thick fog one morning and as it disbursed we saw a parade of Canadian geese silently swimming by the house. The evening skies were beautiful. The house was very well supplied with all the basics and much more. The décor was very cool, everywhere one looked there was something interesting to see, very beachy and nautical. It was great to have a fireplace of an evening when it was a little blustery outside. We’d both been to Fort Flagler many years ago but enjoyed checking it out again. It was fun visiting several other beaches on both sides of the island as well. We went into Pt. Townsend for a couple lunches and we had to return to places we hadn’t been to in decades, like Fort Worden. One day we drove to Sequim and had an excellent Thai lunch at Sawadee Restaurant. We had to hit the Ajax Café for our last dinner. We used to go there for special occasions back in the 80s and 90s all the way from West Seattle and we were so glad to see it open. The décor has changed but it still feels right and the food was great. Your home, in its wonderful setting, was good for our souls. And my friend and I had a blast just hanging out together. Thanks so much for sharing your piece of paradise. Jill & Peggy

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula R.

2 Oct 2021

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Quintessential Pacific NW experience

The experience of staying in this beautiful home is even more delightful, relaxing and remarkable than the photos and the on-target description portray. We felt like welcome guests as we enjoyed the warmth of family history with this extensive property. Fun to explore the meadow and orchard, as well as the beach----and expansive water views at all times. The loons, the kingfishers, the seals, the sunrises and sunsets. Not easy to leave the wonderful deck for great excursions to the many nearby parks and beaches, Marrowstone Winery in its pretty setting less than a mile away, Finnriver Farm and Cidery and the Chimacum Corner Farmstand ten minutes away, and Port Townsend not much further.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

21 Sept 2021

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Extraordinary location on Kilisut Harbor

This home is unique in its setting. It is so peaceful, private and relaxing. When the tide came in you could hear the waves lapping at the shore under the old historic boathouse. Owners come from a family of avid sailors and have been a part of Marrowstone for many years. It was a rejuvenating stay, particularly enjoyed the full moon setting across the bay! Owner was very responsive and clearly loves the property.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dian "Dee" R.

25 Aug 2021

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Second Time Around - Even More Peace and Joy

This was our second stay - we were here two years ago and couldn't wait to come back last year but COVID got in the way. We were delighted to return this week with the same friends and recreate the wonderful memories. This time was even more magical - the house is incredibly comfortable and just feels like home, only better. The view is breathtaking. We felt so fortunate and will be back next year if possible.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 Aug 2021

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Amazing

We definitely will be coming back go to stay. We loved the view and the relaxing stay. Thank you for opening up your home to us.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

17 Aug 2021

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Great place!

Wonderful place. Enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

14 Aug 2021

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What a gem

My husband and I and our two teenage sons just completed a 5-day stay and we are so grateful to have had the opportunity. The property is breathtaking - the view of the water and trees and the acres of orchard and land at the front of the house are remarkable. Though there is so much hiking to do and beauty to see on the peninsula, we rarely left the property. We spent our time on the kayaks and canoe provided, investigating all the ocean life on the beach, and relaxing on the deck. The house is filled with antiques and treasures and we felt it takes a very special family of owners to so openly share this with their guests. We hope to return in the not-so-distant future!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Casey O., Charleston, SC

5 Aug 2021

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Opportunity of a life time

The pictures do not do this property justice. It is so lovingly maintained and a special place. If you love nature and being a way from the crowds, this is your spot. We enjoyed just hanging at the house but we also went hiking in the Hoh Rainforest (a long but beautiful drive), went shopping, shelling, and whale watching in Port Townsend, You have to drive but you don’t mind because you return to paradise. We hope to be back-thank you for sharing your home.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K., Pensacola

1 Aug 2021

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An idyllic slice of heaven!

Our family came all the way from Florida to stay at Nancy and Pat's home for our summer vacation! And I mean "home" in every sense of the word. It wasn't just a house. We truly felt like we were staying with family and were honored to have been granted the privilege to enjoy such a special place. Both the house and property are even more beautiful than pictured. We enjoyed watching the deer wander through the meadow and our youngest loved helping us dig clams for dinner. We had a few day trips planned in Olympic National Park, but our older girls would have been to content to stay at the house and enjoy the unsurpassable views. The house is stocked with everything you could ever need and more and you can feel the many years of love put into each room. We hope to return one day, as this property has provided so many unforgettable memories for our family! We can't thank Nancy and Pat enough. What a gem!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

David P.

25 July 2021

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Wonderful home, secluded with fascinating beach

Our family (including two older teenage daughters) stayed at this home and had a wonderful time. The location is very quiet, as it faces another island that is owned by the Navy so there are no homes or buildings you can see. The bay between is calm and accessible (they have kayaks and a canoe if you want to go out). We are landlubbers, so we were fascinated by the beach that appears at low tide, covered with clam and oyster shells and crabs. The house itself is well kept and architecturally interesting - we really liked the layout. The deck was probably the best thing - sitting out and watching the water or the hummingbirds visiting a feeder. We used it as a jumping point to visit Olympic park or other nearby parks, but the property was a nice place to hang out at during quiet days.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria L.

16 July 2021

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Heavenly location!

A magnificent waterside, calm location, with bird and aquatic life galore! The fully-stocked home is lovely; we truly felt like we were in a home away from home. The deck is so terrific it’s easy to just spend the day looking out at the water, the birds, and the seals!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill J.

10 July 2021

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Sisters getaway!

My sister and I had a great time watching the tide rise and fall. The location is beautiful with lots of wildlife. We also took many short day hikes and enjoyed eating at 123 Thai and The Alcohol Plant. We highly recommend staying!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

10 July 2021

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Wonderful Time in Marrowstone Island

Thank you Nancy and Pat for sharing your beautiful home on Marrowstone Island. My family enjoyed all the comforts of your home. The kitchen is fully stocked. The selection of plates, cups, pots, pans made preparing dinner a joy. The beds are very comfortable. The towels were of high quality. There was soap, shampoo and conditioner provided. We enjoyed breakfast and dinner on the deck overlooking the bay. The grill was a nice touch to cook out. We dug for clams. We kayaked everyday. We enjoyed eating smores cooked over the fire pit. We LOVED our time at the house. Thank you for the great vacation.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelby P.

8 July 2021

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Beyond expected

We loved everything about this property! Beautiful location, easy access to the water, cute island, clean and comfortable home! Hope to be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patty K.

2 July 2021

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Sisters getaway.

This rental was about as near to the photos and description as any other I have been in if not better. The property owners were available to answer our questions and so very friendly. We had a wonderful time just relaxing, shell hunting, canoeing and hiking. We had a great time. Thank you.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lorie H., Lehi Utah

21 June 2021

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Couldn’t of been better!

Loved the house, back deck over looking the water, hummingbirds, front yard meadow with deer. Lots of places to walk, East Beach, Marrowstone Winery, horses. Home is very neat and tidy super comfortable. I could live there!!!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

David B.

16 June 2021

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Great house, great location

The house and setting were as good as the pictures! Extremely comfortable and incredibly scenic. We had been to Port Townsend many times but knew nothing about Marrowstone Island and it was a great discovery. Very easy to reach from Seattle and a nice quiet alternative to Whidbey or the San Juans.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sean D.

6 June 2021

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Decompress overlooking the bay

We had a wonderful time enjoying the views and wildlife on the back deck. A wonderful spot to get away from the city and do some reading or kayaking or just watching the sun set.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

25 Sept 2019

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Beautiful vacation home!!!

The location is perfect! The house was well designed to take in views of Puget Sound and the natural setting. We enjoyed seeing grazing deer at the front of the house and racoons digging in the sand at low tide for their breakfast. The house has a lot of character and everything you could possibly need in a home. Bring a good book and DVD's for evenings. Pat is a super hostess! The house has been owned by the same family for 2 generations; once there, one feels like an extension of their family! Thank you for a delightful and relaxing stay! Nancy & Ed

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D., Portland

17 Sept 2019

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Wonderful Marrowstone Island Retreat

My mom and I spent our annual Fall trip at this amazing property on Kilisut Harbor and we couldn't have asked for a nicer place to stay. The house is situated beautifully and we had a hard time dragging ourselves away from the incredible water views. We saw seals, otters, deer, raccoons, and lots of birds. The house was well-stocked and was very comfortable and welcoming. Definitely feels like someone's loved home, rather than a rental. If you can drag yourself away from the views, there's lots to do in the area and we made trips to Port Townsend (don't miss the Farmers Market, if you get the chance) and Poulsbo (Sluy's Bakery). On the island, Fort Flagler is a great park to visit and do not miss the Nordland General Store (try the Whidbey Island Ice Cream Co. bars) The Olympic Peninsula is my happy place and this house manages to capture everything I love about the area in one place. It's a gem!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Casey C.

8 Sept 2019

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Home away from home

My husband and I were lucky enough to score this spot for our honeymoon for a whole week! I can’t imagine anything more perfect! It was beyond cozy and completely stocked with everything you would need! The views are next level, the grounds couldn’t be more beautiful and peaceful, and the wild life visitors are immense. We were so excited to see countless hummingbirds up close while relaxing on the back patio, deer every morning on the front yard, raccoons on the beach at night, a few seals or river otters swimming off shore. The beach combing was great right on the property! Fort Flagler had great beach combing and we gave a good effort of fishing with just a few little fish we caught and released. We really loved taking a day trip into Port Townsend for the annual boat festival and we did the hike from North Beach to glass beach to collect some sea glass. It was a long 8 mile hike there and back but totally worth it! We ate out a few times which we enjoyed every time! A short drive to Port Hadlock and Scampi and Halibuts was yummy! Breakfast in Port Townsend at Blue Moose Cafe is a must!!! We took the bikes to Mystery Bay and it was a great ride, we attempted going to Fort Flagler but we aren’t bikers and it was a little harder than we expected and turned around lol. The bikes work great with good working helmets. One afternoon we took the canoe out and fished from the Kilisut Harbor without any success as expected but it was beautiful and peaceful! The canoes and kayaks are in great working condition with an endless supply of life jackets! One of my favorite little touches at this property was the well stocked rain boots and rain jackets, we thankfully used the boots for beach combing and the house slippers for staying clean and cozy inside! Thank you so much Pat for offering your home, we couldn’t be happier with our stay and looking forward to coming back next year!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

22 Aug 2019

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The experience was and Pat very helpful.

The location was good and convenient to go to many sights near the the house.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Nancy Taylor and Pat Lantz

Our home on Kilisut Harbor was built by our parents in 1969, in fulfillment of their retirement dream.. Now the extended family...children, grandchildren and great grandchild... are fortunate to be able to continue to enjoy this very special place in all seasons.

A small scale house by design, it incorporates the beauty of the site at every angle and promotes indoor/outdoor living. It is quintessential Pacific Northwest. No wonder we love it so. We are 6 generations of Washingtonians.

Its a getaway place in winter and a festival of activities in the summer: baseball in the meadow, an impromptu golf course, good moorage for a boat, fun on the beach, crab boils, songs round the campfire. In any season a beachwalk on driftwood-strewn Marrowstone Point is a must where we search for the latest treasures high tide has brought. You will find us outdoors, year 'round, and always outfitted in the uniform of Puget Sound country: fleece, goretex and and waterproof boots.

We know this place to be rare and priceless, we are pleased to share it with others who will treasure it as we do.

Why they chose this property

Island ambiance, Ft. Flagler, protected water, access to cruising waters north and south, gateway to the Olympic Peninsula, Olympic National Park and the ferry to Victoria. Lively cultural scene in Pt. Townsend. Sense of history. Seattle within reasonable distance by ferry.

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10/10 Excellent

Jeff E.

Fabulous Marrowstone Island retreat

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10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

Quiet Retreat

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10/10 Excellent

Tricia D.

Tranquility in Abundance

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10/10 Excellent

Jill E.

Marrowstone Island, a wonderful week in early autumn, 2021.

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10/10 Excellent

Paula R.

Quintessential Pacific NW experience

Paula R.

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

Extraordinary location on Kilisut Harbor

Tim P.

10/10 Excellent

Dian "Dee" R.

Second Time Around - Even More Peace and Joy

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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing

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10/10 Excellent

Laura C.