Welcome to the south end of Whidbey Island, Washington. Locals call it "the shortest distance to far away." And, there's no better place to experience the charm of south Whidbey than the Owl House near Freeland--2.5 acres of secluded island bliss.

THE GROUNDS

On arrival, you will be welcomed home by a long poplar-lined country driveway leading you to the well-set-back main house. Once settled in, explore the private trail system and find the hidden footbridge to a small "island on the island" in the seasonal pond. At night, 1,000 feet of remote-controlled LED lights turn the Owl House and its surroundings to magic.

After wandering the grounds, soak in the outdoor hot tub under the tree canopy or gather at the flagstone patio to roast s’mores by the fire (firewood provided).

In the morning, choose your coffee and your brewing method at the coffee bar and venture out onto the huge covered porch, equipped with family outdoor seating, hammocks, and a large gas grill for dinner later (maybe fresh-caught salmon?). Depending on the month of your visit, feel free to pick your own fresh apples, cherries, or berries.


THE GAME AND CINEMA STUDIO

A short walk across the yard brings you to the climate-controlled detached studio. This separate entertainment hub allows one group to enjoy a movie or a game of ping-pong without disturbing the quiet of the main house.

When in the studio, sink into power recliners for movie night with a projector, a library of several dozen DVDs, and a mini-fridge. Behind the movie area you can challenge your family to games of foosball and ping pong, or open the large garage door to expand the fun into the yard with cornhole, croquet, or Giant Yahtzee.


THE MAIN HOUSE

The interior of the 1,600 square foot three bedroom, two bath main house features an open-concept layout with soaring lofted wood ceilings and skylights. Start your morning in the kitchen, viewing the orchard and forest through a wall of windows with coffee in hand.

The gourmet kitchen is equipped for those who love to cook, featuring a dedicated coffee station with multiple brewing styles, plus an ice cream maker, rice cooker, crock pot, air fryer, and Ninja blender.

Relax in the super comfortable living area with a 55-inch Smart TV and electric heated fireplace. If you prefer to unplug, browse the "take a book, leave a book" library or consult our local coffee table guidebooks to plan your next island excursion.


SLEEP

Main Floor: Two serene bedrooms—one with a queen bed and a dedicated work desk, and another with two twin beds—share a spacious full bath.

Upper Loft: The primary suite occupies the entire top floor, featuring a queen bed, full en-suite bathroom, and a sunlit reading nook.

REMOTE WORK

It may be secluded, but there's fiber to the house, providing high speed (1 Gbps) internet for remote work and streaming services in the main house.

EXPLORE:

The Owl House serves as a central base for exploring the island’s best-kept secrets.

Want to find a beach? The rare sandy Double Bluff Beach is just minutes to the south, or find your own quiet "pocket beach" using the guide books provided in the house.

Hiking and Lakes: Within minutes of the Owl House along wooded country byways are multiple access points to Putney Woods and other interior hiking trails. Two nearby lakes (Goss and Lone) provide public shore access for your stand up paddle board or just relaxing by the water.

Langley: A short country drive to the east will take you to Langley. Like a beachy Mayberry, this idyllic little beach town offers multiple great restaurants, boutique shopping options, and local art galleries.

Freeland and Bayview Crossing: Your hub for convenience, central Freeland is just two miles away for groceries and supplies, with Holmes Harbor shore access at Freeland Park.

Local Culture: Visit Greenbank Farm, walk through Meerkerk Gardens, or spend an afternoon at the various South Whidbey wineries.

Points North: Venture just a little further north for more amazing Whidbey attractions like the historic bayside town of Coupeville, Ebey's Landing, Fort Casey, and the nationally renowned Deception Pass State Parks, and so much more.

Policies

Dogs: Up to 2 supervised dogs are welcome.
Maximum occupancy: 6 people