Welcome to the Queen of the Strait, a stunningly unique home designed by a local artist with a love of rich colors, reclaimed materials, and charming character. The Queen of the Strait brings new life into this 1911 home with rich colors, inviting textures, and works of art throughout. You’ll be wowed by the design, and delighted to find features such as a kitchen everyone can hang out in, a unique and hand-built playhouse, and air conditioning for the warmer months. Ten years older than the city of Port Angeles itself, the Queen of the Strait is still fabulous at 111 years old. Having undergone a recent remodel at the hands and inspiration of artist and owner, Caitlin, the Queen of the Strait is sure to surprise and delight you, and leave you wanting to come back again and again. Some of our highlights are: CONCIERGE • We’re available for questions, local recommendations, and anything else you may need during your stay – we adore Port Angeles, and are happy to share why we think it’s so special! • We have a local team as well, should any needs require an in-person visit during your stay LOUNGE • Spacious living room with Crate & Barrel velvet couches • Carved rosewood dining table and six chairs • Leaded glass built-in with a rainbow of books for kids and adults, and games • Don’t miss the outdoor lounge space! Spun fiberglass chairs on the covered back deck, perfectly situated to soak up the sun EAT • Spacious (fit for a Queen!) kitchen with all the essentials • Drip coffee maker and French press • Coffee and tea provided • Black stainless appliances, including dishwasher • Eat-in kitchen with four counter stools, and dining table with four chairs • Don’t want to cook? The Queen of the Strait has an 87 walk score with Downtown and your choice of countless delicious restaurants only a 10-minute walk away! SLEEP • Main-floor bedroom is a warm yellow with Restoration Hardware bed, hybrid queen mattress and 43” Smart Tv • Upstairs light green bedroom has a handmade built-in bed, queen memory-foam mattress and 43” Smart Tv • Upstairs dark green bedroom has a queen-size vintage brass bed and memory foam mattress, 43” Smart TV and workspace • Upstairs rustic red room has a twin trundle bed and twin beds in the adjoining sleeping closets, 43” Smart TV and keyboard REFRESH • Remodeled main floor bath has a tub and shower with gorgeous iridescent tile • Remodeled upstairs bath has a walk-in shower • Shampoo, conditioner and body wash provided WORK • Dedicated workspace, and plenty of tables, if you need to work remote • High-speed wifi throughout the home EXTRAS • Adorable hand-built “Hobbit house” Playhouse in the back yard • Full-size washer and dryer, with supplies included • Pack’n’play/changing table combo, high chair, kids dishes and silverware provided • Private yard for your enjoyment • New heat pump with AC! • South-facing patio with spun fiberglass seating to catch the sun • Solo stove wood burning fire pit * This is a private home, so you won’t share it with anyone during your stay * Self-check in is available any time after 4pm on your arrival day through a keyless entry. * Guests will have access to all spaces, except the garage and locked supply closet. This is a private home, so you’ll have the space to yourselves. However, we are available by phone/messenger for any questions that may arise during your stay (or before). Located in Port Angeles' quiet and coveted Cherry Hill Neighborhood, the Queen of the Strait is just south of the center of Port Angeles. This means you're just a short walk (or drive) to groceries, restaurants, the Coho Ferry and nightlife and can enjoy a peaceful neighborhood setting. You’re also at the perfect spot to enjoy all the outdoor activities that the Olympic Peninsula has to offer. * Downtown Port Angeles .4mi * Olympic Discovery Trail .5mi * Coho Ferry (to Victoria) .6mi * Olympic National Park ranger station/hikes 1.5mi * Olympic Medical Center 1.7mi * Madison Creek Falls 10.4mi * Salt Creek Beach/Recreation Area 16.5mi * Dungeness Spit 17.9 mi * Hurricane Ridge 24.3mi * Lake Crescent 20.3mi * Hoh Rainforest 87mi There is plenty of free parking just in front of the house on the street. You can walk to the home from the Coho Ferry or the Olympic Discovery Trail. To enjoy many of the sights Port Angeles has to offer, a car is recommended. * Budget car rental is .2mi away * Clallam Transit (bus system) stops within two blocks * Black Ball Coho Ferry to Victoria .6mi away * Guests must climb at least a few stairs to enter the home. Once inside, one bedroom and bathroom are on the main floor (the rest are up another flight of stairs). There a few steps out the back of the home as well. * This is a remodeled 1912 home – at 111 years old, she’s older than the City of Port Angeles! – be gentle with her and expect some quirks. * Pets and parties are not allowed * Pricing is based on six guests. Additional fees for 7+ guests do apply (this covers added cost of cleaning and linens)