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Anchor Away, Whidbey Island Beachfront Getaway

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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Clinton, WA
  • Maxwelton Beaches
    17 min drive
  • Future of Flight
    49 min drive
  • Mukilteo Lighthouse Park
    49 min drive
  • Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)
    53 min drive

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About the area

Clinton

Located in Clinton, this vacation home is by the ocean, within a 15-minute drive of Possession Point State Park and Island Greens Golf. .This beach vacation home is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Deer Lake and 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from Maxwelton Beaches.

What's nearby

  • Future of Flight - 49 min drive
  • Mukilteo Lighthouse Park - 49 min drive
  • Boeing Everett Factory - 56 min drive
  • Alderwood Mall - 63 min drive
  • Edmonds Waterfront - 68 min drive

Getting around

  • Everett Station - 60 min drive
  • Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ivar's - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬55 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪Henry's Donut - ‬56 min drive
  • ‪Tapped Mukilteo - ‬56 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Anchor Away, Whidbey Island Beachfront Getaway

One of the best locations on the island, this private beach location on South Whidbey's Possession Point is perfect for experiencing or observing nature. Whether you're fishing, clamming, crabbing, kayaking ,or watching the bald eagles, whales, sea lions and seals, barbequing salmon, boiling crab, or just enjoying a glass of wine by the fire, Anchors Away is likely to be your next favorite getaway.
Originally built in the 1940s on pilings, Anchors Away Whidbey was remodeled in late 2017 and has great charm and unmatched views. This beachfront property features a large beachfront deck, two kayaks and a rowboat (liability waiver required for boat use), well-equipped kitchen, master bedroom with new plush King bed, and smart TV, 3/4 bath downstairs, 1/2 bath upstairs, with a double bedroom (Queen + Full) and single bedroom (Full). Inquire if you have questions.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Michael j Koontz

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Blender
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1350 sq ft (125 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: “No pet” policy is strictly enforced.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Anchors Away Whidbey Island Beachfront Getaway House Clinton
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Anchor Away, Whidbey Island Beachfront Getaway Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dena G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Back to Nature
My family of 5 adults relaxed at this cozy cabin right on the water. Great for senior citizens with a flat walking access to the beach just steps away from the nice big porch. We loved the very quiet, remote location with tons of nature & animal viewing. Woke up to the sound of eagles & seagulls cheering the morning sun over the water. A seal entertained us daily fishing for clams right in front of the house. Owners were very prompt & friendly in answering questions. House had everything we needed & was very cozy & comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whidbey Delight
If you are looking for a place to relax, have fun on the beach, boat, fish, crab, grill out, have a fire, play games, hike and have a bald eagle as your neighbor - yup - this location is for you.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach time
The location of the property is great. There is wonderful beach access and the large windows allow easy viewing of the sound. The Kitchen is well supplied with pots and pans.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking!!
This was perhaps one of my favorite vacation stays EVER. It was a dreamlike setting… we would stand on the beach every morning, watching the sunrise in disbelief. My son kayaked out and set crab traps, and caught several huge ones! I cannot say enough good things, and my words fail to capture the essence of this property. We will be back, guaranteed.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

l1f0reilly

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hideaway!!!
We spent Labor day weekend at this lovely updated vintage cottage. The cottage is very well appointed for every imaginable vacation activity. It has a great use of space; loved the quiet little reading nooks!! My daughter caught her very first fish here (it was released, too small). We were there during a king tide and saw so many fish jumping out of the water. We filled out the boating waivers and my husband took the kids out one at a time in the row boat and they had a blast!!! So much fun!!! Thank you for sharing your home with us!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D., Seattle, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Well located beachfront house
We loved the location so close to the beach. It was quiet and peaceful, but there was also lots to watch out on the water. We particularly enjoyed watching the lights on the mainland and trains in the distance. The house is well outfitted. We enjoyed our stay and would be happy to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica R., Mckinney

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing and crabbing
Communication with owners were great. Location is secluded. We had so much fun fishing and crabbing. We fished two out of the four days we were there. We caught over a dozen fishes including salmons and released them. We used a 2.5 inch pink buzz bomb lure, switched hook to single barbless hook per regulations. We also caught about 2 dozen red rock crabs and 8 were legal size. We used a foldable crap trap and a crab snare and baited it with fresh cracked clams, herring one day and chicken leg on another day and manually casted it out. Let it soak for 15 minutes. We didn’t experience a bug infestation, saw a mosquito and a fly but it probably entered the house when we arrived the first night. Also it’s best if you arrive before dark as there are no street lights. Overall, it’s a 5 star in our books and would definitely consider going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness
cozy cabin at the high tide line
This is a really sweet, historic beachfront cabin. It is set up with everything you need to make meals, relax, and enjoy the amazing scenery right outside every window. Hosts are real people, not some vacation rental investment firm. Communication was quick and easy. The location is unbeatable. Seals were a few yards off the beach throughout the day. A group of harbor porpoises cruised past. Eagles, owls, deer, and bunnies gave us something to look at behind the house. There is a good, groomed hiking trail at the state park a couple houses up the beach. You are a quick drive from the ferry dock, grocery store, and restaurants, but will feel very secluded. We started our mornings with coffee, sitting on a driftwood log on the beach and wound down our days with a beer by the beach fire pit. It doesn’t get more authentic PNW than this!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
We highly recommend this VRBO. It was extremely clean and everything was exceptionally well stocked. There were even extra bathroom necessities, lots of games and videos (with an old school tv/vcr combo that our teens got a kick out of). The kitchen was very well stocked (including condiments in the fridge). We were hoping to make use of the kayaks, but it was cold and rainy so we never got out on the water. Very nice overall. Thank you for a pleasant experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Dan K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice location
Nice location close to Possession Point. Comfortable except there was a bug infestation throughout the residence.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect relaxing beach vacation
Wonderful beach house, cozy, relaxing, with beach and abundant wildlife. Very quiet and peaceful location. We will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittany P., Independence, KY

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location and Quiet
The location is amazing and is very quiet. The whole week we were there we probably saw less than 10 people around the area so it is quiet (which is what we wanted). About 15 minutes from the ferry, which you can even see sail from the house. The house is stocked with everything you can need. This place feels more like a home than a rental. We saw tons of rabbits, eagles, deer, and even an otter. And communication with the host was quick. I would think about coming back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical get away
We stayed here for a week and it was magical. We loved the quiet calm of the area. Other than the occasional boat passing we only saw other people 3 or 4 times the whole time we were there. We loved that it was right on the water and we often walked along the shoreline looking for rocks and shells. We also loved the deck on the back that faced the water. We had most of our meals outside and enjoyed watching all the different wildlife around us. During our trip, we saw a large assortment of wildlife - orcas, seals, an eagle, a heron, an assortment of other birds, lots of jumping fish, a deer, rabbits, and squirrels. The house is spacious and provided room for everyone to spread out. Overall it was an amazing week and we hope to be able to visit there again someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B., Grand Rapids, MI USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Lovely location away from towns. Beautiful beach access and waterway activity. We loved walking the beach. Cozy house is well supplied and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karri H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Refreshing weekend Getaway
Everything was easy and just as described.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing
Great older cottage right on the water. Very comfortable and relaxing. Lots of seal, sea otters, eagle, loons, etc. Lots of fun waking the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Comfortable house and great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dirk A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Wonderful place on the water to make some family memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

joseph p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location BEAUTIFUL!
Waterfront cottage/cabin simply BEAUTIFUL (and the Christmas tree was a nice touch). Kayak trips in the mornings was very nice. Only 15 minutes from town/groceries, but seems peacefully "away from it all". Very private location. Lots to do on Whidbey Island (hiking etc...). Hosts were VERY quick with communications. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Andy O.

Location!
This place is sooooo charming! Best sunrise we’ve seen in years, thank you for the opportunity!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matilda W., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Anchors away is the place to be
Beach living is the life for me The sea spreadin' out so far and wide. Keep Seattle just give me that shoreline! Location, location!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful waterfront getaway!
Our family of 4, including two young kids, had a terrific long weekend here! The beach is great and right there, and the house layout is really nice for grownups getting a little distance from kids now and then. We will definitely be back, thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Pat D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable stay
My wife and I really enjoyed our time here. The house is in a great location right on the water and was private and very quiet (although this is obviously not the busy season here). We loved walking the beach on the one day weather permitted. We did spend a lot of time indoors, which we knew was likely this time of year. The house was comfortable and well equipped, with everything we needed to cook almost all of our meals there. Since it was just the two of us we didn’t even use the upstairs but this would be a great house for a family. As travelers we have high standards and rarely give five star ratings except for really exceptional properties. Although we would definitely stay here again, the house fell just short of those standards, especially after looking at the house for sale next door which had newer and more modern furnishings and decor and was less cluttered. The owners were great to work with and very responsive especially when there was a glitch with the check in instructions that seems to have been a VRBO issue. Overall we were very pleased with the house and our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our go to vacation spot
This was our second stay and really enjoyed it. It’s a great base to tour the island from or just chill and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic rental!
This property was a real gem. Wonderfully maintained with everything we needed. From the beach access, wildlife and night sky, the descriptions were spot on. Great communication with the owners. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021