Waterfront Cabin near Roche Harbor! (Elephant House)

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The Elephant House is a cozy and unique cottage right on the water!
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Elephant House tucked away in the evergreens. 

** no beach access**
*Fire pits are not usable from May 1st-September 30th due to county burn ban and safety of property and neighboring areas. Ban is usually lifted October 1st if/when conditions and weather are favorable. Firewood not provided*
Back deck at Elephant House
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9.4Outstanding
(130 Ratings)
Guests loved the beautiful views, clean accommodations, well-stocked rentals, comfortable beds, and peaceful atmosphere. They enjoyed seeing wildlife like orcas, seals, and deer, as well as the convenience of nearby amenities. Highly recommended for ...
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9.4 / 10.0
Outstanding(130 Ratings)

Cabin in San Juan Island, WA

4 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

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About this cabin rental

Waterfront! The Elephant house is a unique and cozy waterfront island retreat! Decorated with elephants throughout and offering wonderful Spieden Channel views it's no doubt a place for enjoyment and relaxation. Located about a mile from Roche Harbor, this retreat is convenient to many amenities including shopping, dining, and nightlife activities, if you desire. Enjoy walks, bike rides or launch stand-up paddle boards or kayaks from the community beach at the isthmus. Indulge in the different varieties of wildlife such as birds, eagles, seals, whales, deer, and fox that inhabit the areas around this home.

Accommodations include a master loft furnished with a King-sized bed, and a sitting area that looks out a picture window to the water. The second room is located on the main level and is furnished with a King-sized bed as well.

Enjoy relaxing evenings around the propane fireplace in the living room or out enjoying the sunset barbecuing on the deck. A true island cabin!

** Please note: The Elephant House has a Smart TV. This means it does not have regular cable or satellite TV service. It works through the internet to log into your Amazon / Hulu / HBO go accounts and the like. The owner has subscribed to a Netflix account for guests to use if they would like. **

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

Fire pits are not usable from May 1st-September 30th due to county burn ban and safety of property and neighboring areas. Ban is usually lifted October 1st if/when conditions and weather are favorable. Firewood not provided.

Please note, the stairs to the loft are slightly narrower than the average staircase and may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.

This house has good cell phone reception.

This house has Internet access.

This house has electric heat and a propane fireplace.

This is a Non-Smoking property.

This house is NOT pet friendly.

Please be advised, yard maintenance may occur during your stay.

The internet / Wi-fi at this house should be sufficient for streaming video, phone calls, remote work and video conferencing. Internet Speed Test Results -Download Speed: 8.6 Mbps, Upload Speed: .88 Mbps, Ping: 141 ms (Average of three tests that were conducted in January of 2022 using SpeedCheck Pro).

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Amenities at Waterfront Cabin near Roche Harbor! (Elephant House)

Family friendly

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Additional fees to expect

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    Ratings and reviews

    9.4 / 10.0
    Outstanding(130 Ratings)
    review starsSummary of reviews
    Guests loved the beautiful views, clean accommodations, well-stocked rentals, comfortable beds, and peaceful atmosphere. They enjoyed seeing wildlife like orcas, seals, and deer, as well as the convenience of nearby amenities. Highly recommended for a relaxing stay!
    From real guest reviews summarized by AI
    10.0 / 10.0
    Loved this little cabin and the view was amazing! We had a cute little harbor seal that would pop up in the mornings and an eagle family that liked to fly by. Only negatives were the one bathroom is really small and there isn’t a second bedroom, just a loft with a bed up a very steep staircase. For my 12 year old it was fine but it would be very challenging for anyone too old or too young. I slid down a few times. Haha. But I would still stay here again. Very clean and super cute! And the loaner binoculars were a nice touch.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Fantastic location and views! Absolutely loved our stay!
    10.0 / 10.0
    Great spot with nice deck, clean but with an off scent. Not bad just off. Stairs to loft are super small and steep so not a good idea to go up if you’ve been drinking lol. Other than that, a cool spot with a beautiful view.
    10.0 / 10.0
    We love Roach Harbor after years of visiting on our sailboat. After moving to Tennessee we no long have the sailboat this stay was even better. Great views and with a peacefulness you cant get at the marina. Close enough for morning donut runs and evening colors iykuk.
    10.0 / 10.0
    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: We loved staying in this beautiful, cozy cabin to celebrate our 36th Anniversary. The view is incredible. We were blessed to see Orcas twice from the deck and a tiny baby fawn with its mother. My favorite part of staying in Friday Harbor was returning to the cabin for relaxation on the deck and firepit area while watching the boats go up and down the channel. We can't wait to book it again. We are now officially spoiled from staying here and don't want to stay anywhere else:) We loved the location and its proximity to the beautiful Roche Harbor.
    10.0 / 10.0
    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: We loved this cabin. This was our first time staying on this side of the island and it was our best trip yet. The cabin was more than enough space for a couple and I can imagine would be perfect for a small family (2 adults/2 kids). Would definitely stay here again. Beautiful view of the sunrise and sunset. Quiet setting and the outdoor setup was perfect to fully take in the beauty of the location.We made most of our dinners at the house to maximize our time there. If you plan on grilling/cooking, you'll need to get all provisions at the market (seasonings, butter/oil -- there was no salt when we arrived but we purchased one and left it there). They do have small/large zip lock bags, foil and parchment paper there in the drawers.A truly great find!
    10.0 / 10.0
    Beautiful property!!
    10.0 / 10.0
    The house is exactly as advertised and was very comfortable and relaxing. The view is phenomenal and property was perfect with a nice deck and cozy fire pit. The lower bedroom remained very quiet and dark and the bed was comfortable. Our only complaint was not staying longer. Thank you for a wonderful few nights!

    FAQs

    Is parking included with this cabin?

    Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Waterfront Cabin near Roche Harbor! (Elephant House). For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

    Is there a pool at this cabin?

    We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

    Is Waterfront Cabin near Roche Harbor! (Elephant House) pet friendly?

    Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

    What amenities are available at Waterfront Cabin near Roche Harbor! (Elephant House)?

    We found 1 amenities for this rental. This includes , and family friendly.


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