Spacious Studio Downtown! (Explorer's Suite)
About this condo rental
Nestled in Friday Harbor, this charming condo for $273 per night is a fantastic choice for your next trip. Spacious Studio Downtown. Explorer's Suite (in a 5-unit building). Unit Sleeps 3 people. The Explorer is one of 5 separate Suites to rent among the Acanthus House. The Explorer is located on the ground floor and equipped with a Queen size bed (an air mattress is also provided in the room) and kitchenette (no oven). This Suite offers a 3/4 bathroom with walk-in tiled shower. It is fully furnished with chairs, new small appliances and an electric fireplace. Wi-fi and a Smart TV is supplied for guests to log-in to their preferred streaming services. Guests will find that one block from Acanthus Suites will bring you into the heart of downtown Friday Harbor, offering many delicious restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, ice-cream shops and art galleries, all within walking distance. On Saturday mornings the local San Juan Island Farmer's Market is a 5-minute walk from the Acanthus Suites! Any or all Acanthus Suites can be rented for different group sizes! The Acanthus House is one of Friday Harbor's first important historic homes. Built in 1913, it was a wedding gift for a wealthy merchant’s daughter. It has been beautifully restored. Located in historic downtown Friday Harbor; only 3 blocks from the ferry dock and Port of Friday Harbor and is an excellent option for those coming to explore the island and have a comfortable place to rest at night. 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: 65.03 Mbps -- Upload Speed: 55.92 Mbps -- Ping: 50.3 Ms (Average of three tests that were conducted January 2024 using SpeedCheck Pro) Parking available to guests. **The Acanthus House rooms do not have Air Conditioning but do have a fan during summer months.** **The Acanthus House rooms do not have kitchens or laundry facility but is close to restaurants and a laundromat.** This Suite has good cell phone reception. This is a Non-Smoking building.
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Balcony / Patio
Map of Friday Harbor, WA
Reviews
4.3/5.0
Excellent(52 Reviews)
5.0
Great location. Rental was accurately described. Only negative is that there are no optional shades for the windows. I stayed at this location for my night shift rotations so I had to sleep during the day, and with the lack of shades or curtains, it was light and very hard to sleep
5.0
We were happy with it.
4.0
We enjoyed out stay. The picture shows a couch and there was no couch. There was a blow up bed, but that was not in the description. The walls are very thin and we were awaken every night at 1:00 am by the sound of the other residents coming home.
Beautiful neighborhood, would be happy to stay there again.
4.0
Perfect location if you’re on foot. It’s within walking distance from all the shops and restaurants and the ferry dock in Friday Harbor. Charming old home. Could use a sofa for relaxing after a long day of walking (Explorers Suite). The bed was comfortable but in an awkward spot. Would stay again.
5.0
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 wanted someplace walkable near town. This was exactly what we needed. And the beautiful craftsman details in the unit made it lovely to spend time there too. Couple of quirks- bathroom door didn't close completely and there was a livingroom lightswitch on the outside of the front door. Wasn't an issue...just odd! Would certainly stay here again
4.0
We rented 2 rooms for 8 adults. This and explorers suite. Good amount of room. The shower stall in this room could use a good grout bleach. Dark and has smell. Otherwise clean. Not really a kitchen area. The bathroom sink doubles as your “kitchen”. Location was fantastic.
5.0
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:
Just a 5 minute walk to the harbor, this apartment is a terrific getaway for a couple.
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
Our stay was 8 days and we loved the warm antique was clean and comfortable.The website showed a griddle and toaster but the room did not have these items. There are large windows in this unit for lots of natural light but 4 of the windows do not have window coverings. Waking up before you are ready and privacy was an issue. We had to cover the windows with dark sheets, that solved the problem. Otherwise, we loved the walk ability to all the shops and restaurants andtheferry.
5.0
Great space. Convenient to town, lots of room, great parking, great bed, connectivity good. Old building so sounds thru walls and ceiling above are to be expected.
4.0
The location of this unit was fabulous, a one minute walk to town. The space itself was roomy and Qwaint with an electric fireplace for Heating. A bonus was an additional heating unit in the bathroom.
Be aware that there are several other units in the same house, With a 9 PM to 9 AM curfew for noise. We had issues two nught with other guests, but the property management company ended up, making making good on a mat. Know that if you need an immediate response, you need to use the emergency number, not just the regular phone number.
We enjoyed the funky space, but the pillows were hideous and need to be replaced the shower needs to have it’s tile replaced, or at least the mold and mildew scrubbed from the grout.
Bare bones hospitality at a 5-star price, but you can’t beat the location.
3.0
I was concerned for my privacy inside this property. There were no blinds on the Eastern facing windows. This allowed for other suite tenets to see into my room. I made sure to dress in the bathroom. However, this room was super cute and in a great location. You can definitely hear other suite occupants. Super clean, super charming.
5.0
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:
Very nice place, I liked it for sure I’ll use it again Thank you
5.0
Would stay here again and will recommend to friends.
5.0
Great place to stay close to town
5.0
Please provide tv station guide and manual for retro microwave
4.0
Great location about 4 blocks from the ferry. The house is old, but cute, clean and well appointed. The rooms are very spacious. Great stay for the price. We would have given it 5 stars, but the mattress was abysmal. We slept horribly for 3 nights and my back is killing me. It felt like a very old soft mattress that had an even softer mattress topper on it or something. The room had lots of windows which was great, but 4 of them had no shades so that didn't help with our sleep in the morning. I would definitely come back if they spent a little money on a quality mattress, because we really liked the place.
5.0
Clean, convenient, and completely outfitted.
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Generally good. Light over sink needs be brighter. Need some Kleenex should be provided. Hand soap in dispenser by sink is pure **** no at all effective. The cost in line with area but rather cheap treatment of guests.
5.0
Great place to stay in Friday Harbor!
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:
My suite was charming, clean, convenient to downtown Friday Harbor... a nice change from a hotel room! I also looked at the other rooms in this lovely Craftsman home, and they were nice too. So I'd be comfortable booking anything that this property company has available!
5.0
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:
My husband & I enjoyed our stay in the Explorer room of the Acanthus suites. It’s a house that’s been converted into several guest rooms. Everyone staying was very respectful of each other & it didn’t seem too loud other than the house being old with squeaky floors. Our room was spacious & clean. While there was no kitchen, we did have plates, utensils, a small microwave & fridge. The fridge wasn’t very cold but it was sufficient for a few items. A few suggestions for the property; blinds or curtains over the small, square windows. Every morning the sun would beam in & directly hit your eyes while in bed. I would also suggest providing a bath mat/towel outside the shower & maybe some board games/cards. There’s so much empty shelves in the room. Instructions for the tv were not in the room when we arrived but we figured it out. Probably just an overlooked item. All around we had a great stay. We were walking distance to the ferry landing & rental car companies. We spent most of our time doing water activities & visiting Orcas & Lopez. The San Juan Island Brewery was amazing & literally walking distance right behind our house. We had an amazing trip!!! Location can’t be beat!
5.0
Great location in Friday Harbor
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:
My husband & I enjoyed our stay in the Explorer room of the Acanthus suites. It’s a house that’s been converted into several guest rooms. Everyone staying was very respectful of each other & it didn’t seem too loud other than the house being old with squeaky floors. Our room was spacious & clean. While there was no kitchen, we did have plates, utensils, a small microwave & fridge. The fridge wasn’t very cold but it was sufficient for a few items. A few suggestions for the property; blinds or curtains over the small, square windows. Every morning the sun would beam in & directly hit your eyes while in bed. I would also suggest providing a bath mat/towel outside the shower & maybe some board games/cards. There’s so much empty shelves in the room. Instructions for the tv were not in the room when we arrived but we figured it out. Probably just an overlooked item. All around we had a great stay. We were walking distance to the ferry landing & rental car companies. We spent most of our time doing water activities & visiting Orcas & Lopez. The San Juan Island Brewery was amazing & literally walking distance right behind our house. We had an amazing trip!!! Location can’t be beat!
4.0
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 enjoyed the space in this unit. It was easy to find, and we could easily walk to restaurants, shops, activities. We’d stay here again!
4.0
Great location
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 enjoyed the space in this unit. It was easy to find, and we could easily walk to restaurants, shops, activities. We’d stay here again!
3.0
Old lumpy mattress. Bedding needs replacing. Dark brown towels that you can't tell how clean they are, Housekeeper very nice and helpful. One sink to wash dishes, brush teeth, wash hand, everything you need a sink for. 2 mirrors in the sink area so 2 people could not be in that area at the same time. Shower curtain needs replacing. Mold on bottom hem. Nothing to make you feel welcomed.Just some little things like a welcome note coffee for the 1st morning. Little things make a great impact
3.0
Review
Old lumpy mattress. Bedding needs replacing. Dark brown towels that you can't tell how clean they are, Housekeeper very nice and helpful. One sink to wash dishes, brush teeth, wash hand, everything you need a sink for. 2 mirrors in the sink area so 2 people could not be in that area at the same time. Shower curtain needs replacing. Mold on bottom hem. Nothing to make you feel welcomed.Just some little things like a welcome note coffee for the 1st morning. Little things make a great impact
5.0
Great location
Easy walking distance.
5.0
Clean, classy, close to town
4.0
Older house converted to apartments, but clean. Needed some yard work done, but over all this was an excellent place. The location was just blocks from Friday Harbor. We stayed 7 nights and it would have been nice to have more of a kitchen available for meals. We also fished most of the time all around the Islands and were gone alot. For fishing, again, needed a full size kitchen fridge in the unit. We would return to this unit again if we were just sightseeing and shopping. Clean, quiet, and easy access.
10.0
Clean, classy, close to town
5.0
Great place
Clean, classy, close to town
4.0
San Juan Stay
Older house converted to apartments, but clean. Needed some yard work done, but over all this was an excellent place. The location was just blocks from Friday Harbor. We stayed 7 nights and it would have been nice to have more of a kitchen available for meals. We also fished most of the time all around the Islands and were gone alot. For fishing, again, needed a full size kitchen fridge in the unit. We would return to this unit again if we were just sightseeing and shopping. Clean, quiet, and easy access.
5.0
Acanthus Explorer's Suite
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:
Such a lovely space, with amazing built-in wooden cabinetry, coffered ceilings and hardwood floors. Very clean. Incredibly convenient location to all downtown stores and amenities.
5.0
comfy home
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:
I stayed with my kids in this historical house for two nights and we loved it. It's comfy and feels like home. It's within 5 min walk to downtown.
5.0
Great stay!
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:
Lots of room and very cozy. The second room has a dining table and writing desk and it was great to have some room to spread out. I loved staying in this historic home. Super close to everything in town.
4.0
We really enjoyed our stay. The only complaints we had were that the room was pretty cold when we arrived, and took nearly a day to warm up. Being the off season it's likely the room isn't rented continuously, so a good cleaning to clear out the cobwebs would be nice. The bed was really comfortable and the small frig was great. We would recommend this location. Thank you.
4.0
Nov 2021 Stay
We really enjoyed our stay. The only complaints we had were that the room was pretty cold when we arrived, and took nearly a day to warm up. Being the off season it's likely the room isn't rented continuously, so a good cleaning to clear out the cobwebs would be nice. The bed was really comfortable and the small frig was great. We would recommend this location. Thank you.
5.0
The property was in a great location, a 7 minute walk from the harbor. It was very peaceful at night. The bed wasn’t the comfiest and I wish the couch was bigger, but other than that it was a good place to stay.
5.0
Great location
The property was in a great location, a 7 minute walk from the harbor. It was very peaceful at night. The bed wasn’t the comfiest and I wish the couch was bigger, but other than that it was a good place to stay.
5.0
Stayed in The Explorer's Suite. It was even more charming than the pictures! A well-cared for Craftsman house. As a bonus, the location is perfect! We could walk to everything - stores, restaurants, our whale-watching tour. I would definitely choose this place for my next stay!
5.0
Charming Craftsman Suite
Stayed in The Explorer's Suite. It was even more charming than the pictures! A well-cared for Craftsman house. As a bonus, the location is perfect! We could walk to everything - stores, restaurants, our whale-watching tour. I would definitely choose this place for my next stay!
FAQs
How much does this condo cost compared to others in Friday Harbor?
The average price for a rental in Friday Harbor is $303 per night. This rental is $30 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this condo?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Spacious Studio Downtown! (Explorer's Suite). For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this condo?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this condo. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Spacious Studio Downtown! (Explorer's Suite) pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this condo is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Spacious Studio Downtown! (Explorer's Suite)?
We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and balcony / patio.
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