Peaceful waterfront cottage, close to town!

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Location
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Exceptional

1 bathroomSleeps 233.4 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Explore the area

Friday Harbor, WA

San Juan Islands Museum of Art
18 min walk
Whale Museum
3 min drive
San Juan Historical Society and Museum
3 min drive
Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base)
4 min drive

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

one bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful, brand new two person studio cottage, with a full kitchen, inspiring picture window views of Griffin bay and beyond. Comfortable queen bed. Sitting area has gorgeous water view. The lagoon at the bottom of our yard has marvelous bird activity.
This property is on the water; you can step onto the shore. Private garden, entrance and parking. This location is close to town, yet peaceful and surrounded by nature.
The lagoon provides wonderful bird watching opportunities and the sunny south facing site is truly enjoyable.

Property manager

Jim and Peg LeBlanc

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

Ocean view

Barbecue grill

Similar properties

Downtown Friday Harbor - 3 Blocks From Ferry Landing!

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 20

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking in cottage or on property

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Friday Harbor

Located in Friday Harbor, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. San Juan Golf & Tennis Club and Pelindaba Lavender Farm are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Turn Island State Park and San Juan Island National Historic Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Whale Museum and Jones Island State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Friday Harbor, WA

What's nearby

San Juan Islands Museum of Art - 18 min walk
Whale Museum - 3 min drive
San Juan Golf & Country Club - 4 min drive
San Juan Island National Historic Park - 9 min drive
Lime Kiln Point State Park - 15 min drive

Getting around

Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sweet Retreat & Espresso - ‬17 min walk
‪Salty Fox Coffee - ‬3 min drive
‪Vic's Drive Inn - ‬3 min drive
‪San Juan Island Brewing Company - ‬19 min walk
‪Downriggers - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful waterfront cottage, close to town! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful waterfront cottage, close to town!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful waterfront cottage, close to town!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful waterfront cottage, close to town! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Friday Harbor cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lafarge Open Space, San Juan Islands Museum of Art and Whale Museum. San Juan Historical Society and Museum and PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jake M.

27 Sept 2024

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

Friday Harbor

Great property right on the water and very close to Friday Harbor . Perfect spot for the two of us.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete W.

21 Sept 2024

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

Sublime Shaqteau

Perfect for two in a comforting, stylish, practical way. Small in size but everything we needed was provided. The queen bed was comfortable and sitting area with a large window to the expansive back yard which extended to the water of a bay-like area. The structural detail inside is fantastic.Go!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George N.

19 Sept 2024

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

Friday Harbor studio

Nice studio great property extends to tidal pond Close to town and quiet neighborhood

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

16 Sept 2024

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

Quiet spot close to town

This was a great little spot. Lots of wildlife on the lagoon. It was very cozy and had everything i needed to take care of myself for 8 days.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikhaila R.

14 Sept 2024

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

Cozy and so lovely

Just perfect for a couple, the sweetest cottage, welcoming & close to town for our bike on ferry trip!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moshe G.

5 Sept 2024

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

Great place to stay with water access

The cabin is really cute and the access to the waterfront is a nice bonus.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Shirah M.

3 Sept 2024

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

Extremely convenient and located waterfront.

Can't beat the views and location. Accommodating hosts. Easy to get to from the ferry. A perfect jumping off point!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

1 Sept 2024

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

San Juan vacation

This was our first time to San Juan Island and we couldn't have been more pleased with our lovely accommodations. It was exactly what we wanted for our vacation. The landscaping around the cottage was beautiful and created a private outdoor patio. Even though we were a short 15 minute walk to town it was dark and quiet enough to keep the large picture windows open at night. It was clean and well laid out. We absolutely would want to stay here again for any future San Juan visits. Thank you to our kind hosts!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa T.

26 Aug 2024

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

Relaxing and cozy place

We enjoyed our stay. It was a wonderful home base as we explored the island. Close to downtown Friday Harbor. We look forward to coming back!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

shannon B.

25 Aug 2024

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

Friday Harbor

My husband and I stayed at the "Shaqteau" at Friday Harbor we were very happy with loction, super close to town! The cottage was very charming and perfect for our stay...the hosts were very friendly and we enjoyed meeting them...nice spot to relax on the water and enjoy the view...we highly recommend this cottage and would love to stay there again!!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

18 Aug 2024

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

Always enjoyable!

Thanks for hosting us again, while we visit children and grands on the island.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

11 Aug 2024

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

Fabulous cottage for two.

Owners very helpful and gave us total privacy. Beautiful cabin with nice details and view of garden and bay. Quiet and peaceful. Lovely setting and convenient to the town of Friday Harbor. Highly recommend. Friday harbor

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt J.

9 Aug 2024

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

Hidden Gem

Property was quaint, peaceful, clean and well kept. We were there for a wedding in Friday Harbor at the Saltwater Farm. We had a great stay and plan to return again when we have more time to explore the neighborhood. Thank you for sharing your place with us.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michaela M.

8 Aug 2024

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

Beautiful stay!

This place is an absolute gem! The host was very responsive. The property is beautiful!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

6 Aug 2024

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

Studio With a View!

Amazing place to stay on San Juan! The studio is designed so well and feels very spacious. It is close enough to Friday harbor for restaurants or grocery stores (you can walk) but far enough away for peace and quiet. It was so easy to explore the island and then come "home" and enjoy the view from the large window, or on the chairs at the end of the garden beside the water. Jim was so welcoming and gave us great ideas. We will definitely be back.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich L.

2 Aug 2024

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

Beautiful Friday Harbor cottage

I loved my stay at the cottage . The home was clean and in like new condition. It was nicely appointed and had everything you could want . The yard was unbelievable , it’s on the water and has a gorgeous sitting area next to the water , as well as a nice sting area in front of the home . It was very quiet , I slept like a baby . It’s also an easy walk to town . The communication with the owner was excellent. We will definitely be staying here anytime we visit San Juan island.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candace B.

31 July 2024

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

Perfect San Juan Getaway

This was the best sanctuary I could have asked for while staying on the island and the perfect refuge at the end of a day of exploring. I've finally found my place to stay on San Juan for all future adventures. James was the perfect host and so friendly.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lilian B.

25 July 2024

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

Peaceful and serene cottage

Excellent- very relaxing and super clean and cozy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea T.

24 July 2024

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

Great Stay

We had a wonderful stay. Great location, hosts very friendly and welcoming. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

17 July 2024

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

Great Stay

Lovely place, good location. Quiet and peaceful. Is walkable to town - a car is useful though.

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley E.

16 July 2024

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

Peaceful paradise

My fiance and I absolutely loved our stay at Jim's place. We spent the beginning of our vacation here and by the time check-out rolled around, I wished we could stay the whole trip. The area is beautiful. The cottage is cozy with so many cute, charming details. The seating area in front of the big picture window was my favorite part; I could read and watch hummingbirds feed in the garden outside. Jim and his wife were so welcoming and friendly. We're recommending this delightful cottage to all our family and friends who visit the area, and I hope we can make it back someday! Thanks for everything!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda W.

7 July 2024

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

Shaqteau at Friday Harbor

What an amazing and comfy little cabin! With a view of and access to the water, Adirondack chairs by the beach, kayak launch area, and lovely yard and garden patio, I hardly needed to go anywhere. I would have stayed twice as long if I could have. The hosts were helpful and kind and so welcoming! Thanks for everything!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

27 June 2024

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

Fantastic home base for island tour!

What a beautiful stay! Relaxing, peaceful, wonderful property, great friendly host. We had a great time and felt cozy and cared for.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos & Sonja D.

20 June 2024

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

Cozy cottage

We loved staying at Shaqteau. Perfect place to home base while exploring the islands. Spotless, comfortable and cozy.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Martin H.

9 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful cottage

It was comfortable and cozy and conveniently located close to the town of Friday Harbor.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jim and Peg LeBlanc

Jim and Peg LeBlanc are fun loving artists and thoroughly enjoy living in the San Juan islands. We love to garden, kayak and bird watch. We have collaborated on making this property a simple and beautiful place to spend time.

Why they chose this property

For many years when we were living elsewhere (our former fast-paced, urban, busy , fun, and noisy ) the San Juan Islands were a beacon for us, shaping our goals for a new chapter of living a little slower, a little simpler, with more natural beauty. We have tried to keep to that vision in making our little cottage a place where you might experience what we love about his part of the world.

What makes this property unique

We really think this is the best of both worlds for out of town visitors. You are surrounded by the beauty of this unique environment, the water of Griffin Bay, the clean air that blows over these islands, the quiet of being distance from major traffic ways... and yet we are walking distance to the town's restaurants, theaters, museums, the harbor and music venues. We love living where we do on this fantastic island. Beautiful and convenient!