5⭐Sunset Beach Haven; Seriously Waterfront-\"It's Like Living on a Boat\", Whidbey
About this cottage rental
5⭐ Highest rated on Whidbey (along with our second property, Sandpiper Haven). Sunset Beach Haven, is a 2 bedroom, one bath beach cottage that can accommodate up to 4 people total (including children and infants). We make exceptions for 5 persons on a case-by-case basis, and with an additional fee. Sunset Beach Haven, to coin one of our Guests, is "seriously waterfront" - you just can't get much closer than this to the beach and ocean. Any closer and, well, and you’d be on a boat. Located directly on famous West Beach in Oak Harbor and near Coupeville, Sunset Beach Haven greets each day with beautiful views of ships, seals, otters, and occasionally whales playing in the water, and of the snowy peaks of the Olympic Mountains rising in the distance across the waters, and of Admiralty Inlet with 180' plus views out to the sound and mountains. and another 180' views of Swanton Lake (yes, we have 360' views of the water). Breathtaking! Read our over 300 combined 5⭐ reviews and this should help paint a picture of what we value most - YOU, our Guests, and making sure we create beautiful spaces that are well-supplied so you can create wonderful memories in an amazing setting. Already booked for the dates you want? Check out or other wonderful property, also waterfront - "Sandpiper Haven" (ID#395752). More about Sunset Beach Haven: To the east, watch the sun rise over the Swantown Lake Wildlife Refuge. Every window has a view of the water (okay, not the bathroom), but the Living Room is west facing to capture the warmth of the afternoon sun on a large private deck in fair weather, or inspire romance watching storm-churned waves while comfortably seated inside. Evenings can be spent curled up with a book on our high quality Macy's microfiber couch and oversized chair, or playing games and doing puzzles with friends and family, or watching a movie on the HDTV. New cable and Wifi (with two dedicated lines) have been added, along with a NEW ROKU and complimentary Netflix, HBO, and Amazon Prime. We also have a DVD player with modest library (you won't lack for something to watch besides the scenery, if that's what you'd like to do). Grill on the deck in summertime, or wheel it out of the downstairs in the off-season if you'd like to grill, though our NEW kitchen has about all you need, and end the evening with a camp fire in our outdoor fire pit. (Wood is usually available.) And don't forget the SUNSETS - some of the most spectacular ones you could ever imagine. You may prefer an evening out with great dining options in Coupeville, Oak Harbor and beyond. Enjoy our New Kitchen - all the state of the art things you know and love -stainless appliances, 3/4 dishwasher, quartz countertops, beautiful cabinets with soft-close and beautiful tile. All the comforts of home... and then some! The house sleeps up to 4 people comfortably. (note kids and infants count as people :). Ask about a 5th person, we will consider with special mutual understanding, and an additional fee. Even more info: We have a pillow-top Queen Bed in the Master, and two NEW plush-top twins in the second bedroom and extra bedding and a foam joiner to make these a comfy king. Our Macy's queen sleeper sofa has an added foam topper, more comfortable than your average sleeper sofa. We also have a portable crib and high chair. Action seekers may launch their own kayaks and paddle boards to test their skills on the exposed beaches of Whidbey Island's west shore, or make the 10 minute trip to launch in world famous Penn Cove for a calmer experience. Take the opportunity to explore the hiking at Ebey's Landing, and bike the trails of "The Kettles" exploring a landscape scoured by glaciers thousands of years ago. Or, simply stroll the beach for miles at low to mid-tide directly in front of the house. Joseph Whidbey State Park is just a short 10 minute stroll north by foot up the same beach. The historic waterfront town of Coupeville, can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. Oak Harbor, to the east, is about 5-7 minutes away for major shopping amenities and restaurants. Deception Pass Bridge and State Park are about 15 minutes north. To the south lies Fort Ebey, Fort Casey, Ebey's Landing and the nearby Coupeville Ferry (departing from Keystone Harbor) with service to historic Port Townsend. Greenbank Winery, antiques shops, galleries, and the town of Langley are further afield. Looking for an especially exciting stay - book during the wintertime and witness first hand the rugged coastline as winter storms sometimes roll in down the Strait of Juan de Fuca sending spray up the new bulkhead. Experience the "Like Living on a boat" firsthand. You will understand why our deck chairs are bungie tied to the deck! Sister property to Sandpiper Haven (also in Oak Harbor, about 10 minutes away), Sunset Beach Haven has the same owners and managers. Read our reviews on Sandpiper Haven (property no. 395752) and you'll see the commitment we have to providing a memorable vacation experience in a lovely home-away-from-home with stunning views. And don't miss the "about us" on THIS listing, which has tucked away at the bottom 20, five star reviews for Sunset Beach Haven that were from the previous owners. We are the new owners (purchased October, 2015). Yes, it's like being on a boat perched right at the water's edge, but better with the creature comforts you come to expect in a vacation getaway, and then some! Note that Sunset Beach Haven has been updated since 2012 with new finishes, appliances, dishes, cookware, and furnishings. And the LR furniture is the new brown Macys sleeper sofa. We have also added cable and Wifi. Wiring, and plumbing have also been updated and insulation has been added as well. New radiant heaters keep the house comfortable year-round, even in the winter storms. Sunset Beach Haven is best suited for: families, romantic getaways, couples retreats, girls weekends away, small reunions, great stays when attending a wedding, holiday gatherings, anniversary present for the grandparents, rewards for employees, adventure-seekers, and many more. Visit our website, see our video, and read our guest comments and reviews and look no further. Stay and Play at Sunset Beach Haven. Thank you! We appreciate your confidence in choosing our home for your vacation. Note, although we allow for "instant book", we do contact all Guests after reservations and ask a few questions to make sure the fit is good. If we find out after the fact that some Groups are not a good fit for our property - bringing too many Guests, or pets or previous poor reviews, for example, we may need to cancel the reservation. On rare occasion we may have received a booking on a different listing site that has not updated to Home Away (usually synced several times a day). We try and resolve these issues promptly, within 24 hours of your booking, so any cancellations of your reservation if needed are only made in extreme circumstances. It is our home, after all, and we want to make sure it is a good fit for both parties. Thank you for your understanding. Please note we have two external motion detection security cameras. Apologies, we are not set up for EV Vehicle charging. Guests are not authorized to run electrical charging cables to our home for charging. We hope to add a charging station in the future. Thank you. And also please note that we do not typically book more than 12 months out. If your booking is more than 12 months from now, kindly send an inquiry first to ensure you are getting the correct quote and rate. Thank you. -Julie and Peter
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen / Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more
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Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(189 Reviews)
10.0
When I walked in the first time, I was immediately comfortable. It's better than the pictures. The views are incredible - Olympics are right there! Being able to hear the waves lap on shore, even in the winter, was special. They provide binoculars so I kept them on the table ready to check out birds, ships, whatever. I was there during a snow event which was both lovely and disappointing - I was prepared to hike in the rain but not snow - but very glad to have a wonderful house to cozy into.
10.0
Great
5.0
The Sunset Beach Haven is an amazing place to stay. It's fun having the waves come right up to the deck. The Haven is very well equipped and the furniture is very comfortable. Julie and Peter were excellent to communicate with regarding our trip. We definitely will be going back to enjoy another stay at the Sunset Beach haven.
5.0
It was exactly what we were looking for. I loved the wicker chairs in front of the big windows in the living room. We spent a lot of time in them. Everything was comfortable especially the beds. It has a nice updated interior.
5.0
We have stayed at this property twice now and both times it was wonderful. The house is so comfortable, it’s like being at home. The view of the sound is amazing! There are resident bald eagles always out that fly right overhead. We also saw a pair of otters this time. Julie is super communicative and I really appreciate that, it is obviously important to her that you have a great stay. I can’t say enough of how much we enjoy staying here.
5.0
Cute little seal said hello each morning!
5.0
Awesome property !
5.0
Everything about this place is absolutely lovely! The view is unreal, we enjoyed watching sunset, all the wildlife and listening to the waves crash everyday. The house is perfect and has everything you need. It’s very clean, cozy, and you feel like you’re right at home. It’s location is great too- easy access to anywhere on Whidbey or even for a day-trip into Seattle.
Julie & Peter are great hosts and you can truly tell they want you to have the most memorable and comfortable stay. Highly, highly recommend to anyone looking to stay on Whidbey Island!
5.0
“Like living on a boat” is as best a summary as I can give for this property. You look out the windows and all you see is vast ocean. The water laps up right under the deck and it’s one of the only properties with a deck to sit out and enjoy this stunning view. I would highly recommend anyone to stay here. The owner is also very communicative and a pleasure to work with. The thoughtfulness into everything to better enjoy the property was apparent.
5.0
We had a wonderful stay and the view was amazing. At high-tide, you really do feel like you are on a boat. Low-tide is great for exploring the beach. Julie was the nicest host -giving excellent recommendations on places we could go see and answering any questions we had right away.
5.0
A true Haven! Simply perfect with everything you need to relax or explore! We did not want to leave!
5.0
This property was like being in a James Patterson novel. Truly amazing. Do not hesitate to book this picturesque rental. You will see the ocean from every angle and also hear it. Feels like you are staying literally in the ocean. Speaking of ocean, go out in the morning to explore your own private tide pool. Restaurants and essentials were convenient and driving the island was simple too. Can’t wait to come back!
5.0
We wish we had been able to stay longer than 5 nights! Very comfortable accommodations -- stocked with anything we could ever need. It was colder and windier than expected (we learned the term Junuary!) and couldn't enjoy sitting outside on the deck. But it didn't matter since the wall of windows just behind the deck offers the same spectacular view - without the cold and wind! And yes, the sunsets were amazing! Communication with Julie and Peter was excellent -- responses within minutes! Highly recommend this place, and if we ever go back to Whidbey Island, I know where we will be staying again!
5.0
Sunset Beach Haven is a cozy, well-equipped, clean home right on the beach that at times seems it is in the beach waves. Very remarkable tide levels and changing conditions. The beach is great for walking at low tide. Many hiking choices including John Whidbey state park very close by. Island Café for breakfast and Seabolt’s for dinner were great recommendations. Plenty to do in the area but just relaxing at Sunset with its great views is rewarding. Julie and Peter were very helpful with any questions we had.
5.0
Perfect! Everything you could need was already there. Communication was fantastic! The view was over the top in any direction. Great place to hang out in, or use as a home base for other adventures.
5.0
From booking to checking out this was an easy visit. I had a great time in a can't be beat house. Everything was as advertised and more. The kitchen had what I needed and then some for cooking and enjoying myself. Peter and Julie are accessible and responsive, which was very much appreciated. They are are just the nicest people! Not only will I be back, but I will recommend this to friends and family. Thank you for a memorable stay!
5.0
I barely had the strength to step away from the windows at all during my stay, the view is so breathtaking I was jaw dropped! The house is very clean and I highly recommend
5.0
Our stay came during a very challenging season for us as a family. The word that best describes our stay is "soothing"...spirit, soul and body felt soothed and refreshed! Thanks so much for sharing you beautiful cabin. What a blessing 😊
5.0
We had a great stay! The house was nicely updated with beautiful views. It was the perfect size for our family of 4. The kitchen and bathroom were very well stocked with any items we may have forgot. The owners had great communication. We definitely plan to stay here again!
5.0
Wonderful place from which to view, hear and savor expansive Puget Sound/Strait of Juan de Fuca perspectives and Wildlife. Perhaps the cleanest of all VRBO's and other rentals I've experienced. Owners pay attention to detail & are highly-informative & responsive in their communications. 5-Stars here!
5.0
This is our 2nd time staying here, and it was the rest my spouse and very much needed. We stayed in most of the trip, enjoying the view from the living room. Every time I stay here it makes me want to move to Washington. Such a beautiful location and beach house. Everything was perfect!
5.0
Extremely well-appointed (they even have fishing gear). Exactly as advertised. Very kind and communicative hosts. We could not be happier!
5.0
We loved the location. Stunning view. Seagulls and bald eagles and ducks provide the entertainment. The sunsets! There are houses close by but it feels very private. It's a cozy and cute place. Would absolutely return.
5.0
We enjoyed its proximity to Coupeville, the Price Sculpture forest and Ebey's landing. The house had everything we needed for cooking some amazing meals.
The view was fantastic. I'd go back in a heartbeat!
5.0
Such a perfect, cozy cabin to enjoy a stormy weekend. We loved sitting with our coffee in the morning and wine at night, watching and listening to the waves right outside the window. One of our favorite spots!
5.0
Stated a delightful week over Christmas. Everything was perfect. Nicely appointed interior fully equipped. View of Puget Sound and experience of tides wind and winter storm was awesome. Hosts were very attentive and helpful.
5.0
Wow, I couldn't believe that I was getting to stay in such a beautiful house. From the condiments in the fridge to the sewing kit in the bathroom, the owners have thought of all the little details to make our stay great. Waking up each day to the views was more than I could have asked for.
5.0
My family loved staying at Sunset Beach Haven! The location was perfect for exploring Whidbey Island and ferrying to Friday Harbor for an orca cruise. The views are amazing from every room! Everything was clean and quiet. The beds were comfy and it was our best sleep yet with the ocean sounds right outside our window. Loved our stay and hope to come back again! The Mattsons were amazing hosts and provided great communication. You can’t go wrong staying here!
5.0
Simple, clean, nicely appointed cabin right on the water. When we were there, the wind and waves were impressive - people were surfing down the way at the sandy beach. This cabin is on a rock bulkhead, so when the tide is in the waves really come crashing - fun! Almost like being on the ocean! maybe a quarter mile to a state park down the street, close to Deception pass, Fort Ebey - lots of outdoorsy stuff.
Okay the 'growlers' - navy jets that take off and practice land nearby. Yes, they are loud, impressively so when they fly directly overhead (which they didn't often), but they flew maybe a few hours a day, and when we were inside it was difficult to distinguish them from the crashing waves. Honestly not a big deal for us.
5.0
This is our third time staying at a property owned by these hosts and we will be making it a fourth in the future. Spotless property, everything in place to function as a home away from home (laundry supplies, kitchen tools, etc), comfortable beds and thoughtful touches (binoculars, bird watching guides). We enjoyed a bonfire with friends, hosted dinner on the deck and spent hours watching the waves (and speculated how wild they must be in winter). Our sons loved their room. An important thing about these hosts I very much appreciate: any time there is a hiccup of any sort, they go the extra mile to sort it out. Looking forward to our next visit.
5.0
Beautiful place, gorgeous views and great hosts. If you are looking for a place to relax - that’s the perfect location. Just come and see…..
Thank you very much Julie and Peter.
5.0
This is a wonderful place for a getaway. The surrounding area has many cute towns and festivals. There are National Forest Preserves around for hiking and picnicing. Sitting on the front porch you have a beautiful view of stunning sunsets and at night you have the tide to sing you to sleep. Breath-taking! We didn't want to leave!
5.0
Sunset Beach Haven was a great change of scenery. Cool breeze, salt air and sound of the waves! The owners have many nice features that you don’t normally find in a Vrbo. Really appreciated a stocked kitchen with decent knives and filtered water which was a nice unexpected surprise!! Can’t beat the views and sunsets. We had a very nice time being entertained by the surf and listening to the eagles singing.
5.0
Perfection. Well appointed. Great communication. I can't imagine a better place to stay. I saw otters, seals, eagles..amazing! I'd love to come back again!
5.0
First time in Washington and the area did not disappoint all beginning with this beautiful property that is truly right on the water. The home was super clean and cozy with breathtaking views all around. It is close to groceries, restaurants and many State Parks one which is just a walk down the street. We got to see bald eagles daily and watch some otters playing in the water right off the balcony. The hosts were very welcoming and stayed well connected the whole time. A true piece of paradise.
5.0
Wonderful Stay
First time in Washington and the area did not disappoint all beginning with this beautiful property that is truly right on the water. The home was super clean and cozy with breathtaking views all around. It is close to groceries, restaurants and many State Parks one which is just a walk down the street. We got to see bald eagles daily and watch some otters playing in the water right off the balcony. The hosts were very welcoming and stayed well connected the whole time. A true piece of paradise.
5.0
We had a great stay in a very nicely appointed beach house. The hosts were very welcoming.
Great and memorable. Hope to be back someday.
5.0
Pacific NW Trip
This was perhaps the best VRBO we have ever stayed at. We had the chance to stay for multiple nights - and enjoyed the sunset on almost all of them.
5.0
Great hosts
Very well organized, very clean, and very informative of things to do in the area. We'll definitely stay again.
5.0
We enjoyed our 3 night stay at this beachfront cottage. Very comfortable and just as described. Had everything we needed and more. Great location for exploring Whidbey Island. Great communication from host.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Whidbey Island?
The average price for a rental in Whidbey Island is $288 per night. This rental is $162 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 5⭐Sunset Beach Haven; Seriously Waterfront-\"It's Like Living on a Boat\", Whidbey. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is 5⭐Sunset Beach Haven; Seriously Waterfront-\"It's Like Living on a Boat\", Whidbey pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at 5⭐Sunset Beach Haven; Seriously Waterfront-\"It's Like Living on a Boat\", Whidbey?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony / patio.
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