5⭐Sandpiper Haven: Whidbey Waterfront, Amazing VIEWS, Beach, Penn Cove, Kayaks

Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap

About this house rental

Situated in Whidbey Island, this charming house for $275 per night is a fantastic choice for your next trip. 5⭐ Highest rated on Whidbey (along with our second property, Sunset Beach Haven). Sandpiper Haven is a charming two bedroom, two bath, single story, low bank waterfront house located on world famous Penn Cove, Whidbey Island, with direct beach access , phenomenal 180' views, a great deck, nearby boat launch, and much much more. Most comfortable for groups of up to four Guests, but we can accommodate a fifth Guest with an additional Guest. Children, including infants need to be included in Guest count. Conveniently located between Coupeville and Oak Harbor, enjoy fabulous VIEWS south across Penn Cove of the Olympic Mountains and Coupeville, and east of the Cascades! With annual rainfall of just over 21 inches, nearly half of the regional rainfall, you can enjoy being in the rainshadow of Whidbey Island. Read our over 450 combined 5 star reviews and this should 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. Sandpiper Haven is truly a bird watcher's paradise with floating flocks of resident and migratory water fowl and overhead visits by a neighboring family of eagles. For the seafood lovers, try mussel and clam digging and enjoy fishing just steps from the back door. The day brings beautiful views of boats, seals and otters playing in the water, and of the snowy peaks of the Olympic Mountains rising in the distance beyond the shores of Penn Cove. To the east catch glimpses of the Cascade Mountains as well. The house is south facing to capture the warmth of the sun on a large private deck in fair weather, or inspire romance watching storm-churned waves while comfortably seated indoors by the large stone gas fireplace. Evenings can be spent by a private fire pit roasting marshmallows, curled up with a book on super comfy new living furniture by a gas fireplace, playing games and doing puzzles with friends and family, or watching a movie. Or, you may prefer an evening out with great dining options in Coupeville, Langley, Oak Harbor and beyond. Enjoy this comfy, well-appointed and well-supplied house in a phenomenal setting. The house sleeps up to 4 comfortably (5 with approval and with a modest additional fee). Note that the total Guest count must include kids and infants. Thank you. This is a low-allergen environment. For this reason, no pets (including service animals) and no smoking /vaping/marijuana use are permitted in the house or on the property, including the deck, promontory, and grounds. Odors can waft from outside into the house and our rules are strictly enforced. Thank you for your commitment to keeping our home low-allergen. During Peak Months (basically May through Sept, and occasionally later in April and early October) also enjoy access to two sea kayaks and a 12' Rowboat to Qualified Guests to explore the cove, fish or crab (and yes, we have crabbing and fishing gear too). Separate signed waiver required. Ask before you book if you need clarification of if the boats are available to you. Also, possible access to the local small, private, heated outdoor community pool as our valued Guests mid-June through Labor Day is on a limited basis. We cannot guarantee pool access to Guests as our CC&R is subject to changing their rules without notice. Ask if you have any questions. We have a heavenly pillow-top Queen Bed in the Master, and two twins in the 2nd bedroom that can also be made into a King Bed (linens and foam joiner provided). A sleeper sofa with additional memory foam topper is in the Living Room, and the couch is also the size of a twin bed with the cushions removed. We provide extra linens to help accommodate your sleeping arrangements. We even provide a portable crib and bedding for infants. An outdoor private promontory allows you to get further away from it all, boasting even more fabulous views down the beach and across Penn Cove. Action seekers may kayak the cove (seasonal use of our boats with waiver) or explore the many hiking and bike trails within minutes from the house. Bring your own boat, kayak, or stand up paddle board and launch it from our private community-owned boat launch and dock just several houses from the property. The house was built in 2003 so is well-insulated and perfect for year-round enjoyment. Many Guests spend their holidays here, finding plenty of cookware and warmth for a joyful getaway. More about the area: The historic waterfront town of Coupeville, visible across the cove, can be reached in minutes by car. Oak Harbor, to the North, is also minutes away for major shopping amenities and restaurants. And to the West lies Historical Ebey's Landing Preserve and the nearby Coupeville Ferry with service to historic Port Townsend. Greenbank Winery, antiques shops, galleries, the town of Langley, and Deception Pass are also nearby. Best suited for: families, romantic getaways, anniversary celebrations, couples retreats, friend weekends away, visiting others during a local reunion, remote work location, lodging while attending a local workshop, attending a wedding, holiday gatherings, anniversary presents for the grandparents, rewards for employees, adventure-seekers, and many more. Although we can only accommodate up to 5 Guests, and cannot host events, it is a great stepping off point for enjoying other events on the island. As Top Performers, we have earned Premier Status with Home Away, and are SuperHosts and have Certificate of Excellence elsewhere. And we have over 300 combined 5⭐ reviews at our other property as well, Sunset Beach Haven. Experience for yourself what sets us apart from the pack! Our goal is to meet or exceed your expectations. Note, although we allow for "instant book", we may follow-up to ensure all Guests are a good fit. In the very rare instance, if we discover Guests are not the right fit (such as bringing too many Guests, or pets, or previous poor reviews, or smokers), we would request you cancel your booking. To be honest, this has only come up about twice in over 13 years of property management. Just know that we value great communication and conscientious Guests. Thank you. On even more rare occasions (maybe once on over 13 years) we may have received a booking on a different listing site that has not updated to VRBO (usually synced several times a day). We commit to resolving such unlikely events promptly, within 24 hours, and ask forgiveness in advance if such an extremely unlikely event were to occur. Please note we do have two external motion detection security cameras off the front of the house. These comply with all VRBO guidelines, of course. But make sure to ask if you have any questions. Apologies, we are not yet set up for EV Vehicle charging. Guests are not authorized to run electrical charging cables to our home to charge vehicles. We hope to add a charging station someday. There are charging stations nearby in Oak Harbor. Thank you. 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 rates as on the rare occasion, they may need to be updated. Already booked at Sandpiper Haven, check out our other property: Sunset Beach Haven (property no. 4059156), also waterfront and located on the dramatic west beach of Whidbey Island. It is truly "Like Living on a Boat". Thank you again! Julie and Peter

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Reviews

5.0/5.0
Outstanding(245 Reviews)
5.0
Dec 2023
Celebrated Thanksgiving at the beach, the wonderful Sandpiper Haven! This is not our first stay, a returning happy guest. Beauty surrounds the beach home, from sunrise to sunset. The home is clean, beds are comfortable, kitchen well stocked, grounds beautiful, beach access terrific - truly all the comforts of home. Big plus, the owners Julie and Peter. Their communication, the extra touches that made are our holiday stay perfect was outstanding and appreciated! We look forward to our next visit to Sandpiper Haven!
5.0
Nov 2023
I’ll start by saying I can’t wait to return! This cozy home was perfect for our Whidbey Island adventure. Every amenity you could think of was already thought of and exactly where you would have it at home. In addition to all the local information in a binder, there was even a tide chart on the refrigerator. Have kids? There’s books, games and sand toys. Have a question? Julie or Peter will respond in no time. They are the best owners ever! If this place is available for your dates, book it before I do 😊.
5.0
Oct 2023
From the moment we booked this beautiful place, the Matson’s could not have been more cordial and accommodating. Great communication down the line and a beautifully taken care of property. There’s a lot to be proud of with this very special home and location - gorgeous views, relaxing atmosphere, very well appointed. If we’re lucky, we’ll be back sooner than later! Many Thanks!
5.0
Oct 2023
Sandpiper Haven was a fabulous home and we had a wonderful experience from the time I booked the property. Communication with Julie and Peter was clear, and provided so much information about the property and the area. Text messages were returned quickly. Directions and check-in were easy. The property itself is clean and well-stocked, and care has been taken to make sure it is comfortable and safe with hand railings, steps being marked, etc. The location is serene and beautiful but still manages to be close to everything. This is now my husband's and my favorite VRBO home and we hope to be back soon!
5.0
Oct 2023
We’ve stayed at this little gem before, and we plan to return. I can’t say enough good things about it, or about our kind hosts, who think of everything.
5.0
Oct 2023
The property was even better than expected. The location is in a quiet neighborhood with the house being beachfront on Penn Cove. Views of the sunrise and sunset are amazing. There isn't anything missing from this rental. It's very clean and comfortable inside and out. The hosts though of everything we might need from games, binoculars for wildlife viewing, kitchen supplies to even welcome chocolates. The house is close to Coupeville and a short drive to Fort Casey and Langley. We will be back, thank you!
5.0
Oct 2023
Wonderfully stocked, perfect location, perfect hosts
5.0
Sep 2023
My husband and I had a GREAT 3 night stay as the last leg of our Pacific Northwest 30th Wedding Anniversary vacation. This felt more like a home than a vacation rental as it was stocked to the gills with anything you would need! Julie and Peter are magnificent hosts with providing an abundant of information ahead of time and in the binders at the house! Thank you again for a wonderful stay!!!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Whidbey Island?

The average price for a rental in Whidbey Island is $179 per night. This rental is $96 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 5⭐Sandpiper Haven: Whidbey Waterfront, Amazing VIEWS, Beach, Penn Cove, Kayaks. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at 5⭐Sandpiper Haven: Whidbey Waterfront, Amazing VIEWS, Beach, Penn Cove, Kayaks. Enjoy the water!

Is 5⭐Sandpiper Haven: Whidbey Waterfront, Amazing VIEWS, Beach, Penn Cove, Kayaks pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at 5⭐Sandpiper Haven: Whidbey Waterfront, Amazing VIEWS, Beach, Penn Cove, Kayaks?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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