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Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard

Begin each day watching sailboats glide across Penn Cove while sipping coffee by the patio. Relax later by unwinding at the hot tub.

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Property grounds
Iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Beach nearby
TV, fireplace, video games, books

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$327
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard

Octopus Beach Den

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Experience the wondrous natural beauty of Whidbey Island at this perfectly located Coupeville escape, the lower garden level of a Northwest-style cabin. You'll have a patio and a grassy lawn right outside your door, as well as spectacular views of sailboat races, holiday fireworks, and the twinkle of city lights across Penn Cove. Wake up to the sun rising over the water each morning, and spend your days kayaking, crabbing, and paddleboarding from the nearby community beach. Return back to comfortable furnishings, a fireplace, a TV, and a kitchenette with bar seating. The shared hot tub is the perfect space to unwind before getting a good night's rest - another great day sits on the horizon!

This comfortable property faces eastward, allowing it to receive the warmth of the morning sun. It's a short stroll (or a quick, easy drive downhill) to the community's private beach. This home is also close to the charming shops and restaurants in downtown Coupeville (three miles west), the stunning waterfront hiking trail at Ebey's Landing (five miles west), Fort Casey State Park (six miles south), the ever-popular Whidbey Pies Cafe at Greenbank Farm (nine miles south), and darling downtown Langley (24 miles southeast).

RESORT AMENITIES
-Hot tub

THINGS TO KNOW
This vacation rental includes a kitchenette with a refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and coffee maker - an oven is not included.
This property is within walking distance of the private community beach, but there is no direct access or path to the beach right from the home.
No parties are allowed on this property.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.
This rental is located on floor 1.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Washington

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 796 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 20 lbs each.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

19027

About the area

Map
Coupeville, WA

What's nearby

  • Island County Historical Society - 7 min drive
  • Coupeville Wharf - 7 min drive
  • Fort Casey State Park - 8 min drive
  • Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve - 9 min drive
  • Fort Ebey State Park - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Stanwood Station - 77 min drive
  • Lopez Island, WA (LPS) - 138 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whidbey Coffee - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Whidbey Coffee - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪MOD Pizza - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard?

As of 1 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard on 2 Feb 2025 start from AU$326.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard located?

Located in the heart of Coupeville, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Patmore Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Island County Historical Society and Coupeville Wharf. Fort Casey State Park and Crockett Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 62 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sarah C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Loud/dirty/no privacy
The upstairs guests could be heard throughout my 48 hour stay, the property is outdated and dirty. There were empty water bottles left from the previous guests and candy wrappers on the floor. Advertised as 2 beds but there is one king bed, a trundle bed in the closet and a 30 year old filthy fold out couch that didn’t fold out. If I knew this was a shared house I would definitely not have booked this property. I would not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

JOHN

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and views. It is a downstairs apartment and would be noisy if upstairs is occupied (which it was for one of the nights) as evidenced by the guest book comments.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley W., GRINNELL

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy octopus vibes
Great location for our family. Quiet, well appointed unit. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Caroline

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation it’s self was amazing, I stayed in the basement, the only issue is there was no sound proofing for the Floor upstairs you can here Every foot step. I would satay agin but i would chose upstairs instead
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
the only issue parking tough.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. Good layout and very comfortable bed. Easy short walk to community beach! We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter escape
Nice spot, nice winter price.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Melanie D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Better places to stay
This basement 1 bedroom, can be a great place to stay, if the it were cleaned properly. When we arrived, we noticed the comforter was not clean, so we pulled back the sheets. They were dirty, went to replace them, but the next set had blood stains, we continued to look, finally found a clean set. We made the bed and bought a new comforter. The blue couch pictured is awful smelling. We placed sheets on it and did not sit on it. Don’t look up, we did and were surprised to see not just 1 or 2 dead bugs in the light fixture but a dozen. The hot tub did not look safe to use, very cloudy and strong smell of bleach. We were discouraged by this unit but hope this review finds the right set of eyes to address the cleanliness of this unit. It can be so cute, if cleaned and smelled better. There are better places to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Laura, Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Other than the sounds overhead from the upstairs suite this property is peaceful and serene.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Shannon, Tacoma

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The booking being occupied when we arrived. After we entered the unit, we found other people's possessions and were soon followed in by the owner of these possessions. He said he had a confirmed reservation for the property and spoke with the owners when he arrived. We spent over an hour on the phone talking to Vacasa. It turns out the tenants who were renting the main house had occupied the basement unit that we had reserved, since there is a staircase that connects them. We were told that once we enter the unit we could lock the door to the stairs that went upstairs, but we couldn't because we didn't have the key. About an hour later some people arrived to clean the unit, and they told us that the key was in the main house. So even if the upstairs tenants hadn't entered the unit that night and taken it over, they could have entered it any time during our stay. This was incredibly distressing, and is a safety issue. This situation could have easily become hostile dangerous, the tenants were outside and saw us enter the unit, and immediately followed us in and confusion ensued regarding the booking. The host refunded some of the fees, I requested one of the nights be refunded due to the safety issue and the impact on our stay. They ignored my texts ever since. I tried Expedia, since that's how I found the property, but I was told they couldn't help because I didn't contact them within 24 hours, even though I contacted Vacasa since they were the number listed on the booking.

10/10 Excellent

Svend L., Port Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet peaceful and relaxing
Quiet peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little loud from upstairs tenets.
Very nice location. I hope to stay longer next time.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

4/10 Poor

Rhett W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paper Thin Walls and Poor Process
The walls are paper thin, so even having reasonable upstairs neighbors was keeping us awake. You could hear every footstep and even setting a glass down. The converted home is not suitable for multi family. I had to sign a contract with an international company to rent the space and they communicated various and misleading info via app, two different emails, and text of which only one of them did they respond poorly to. I asked for late checkout multiple times and got an unaware answer about late check out on a day I was not renting. They will also ask you to do laundry for you own room upon your departure. I paid you for hotel experience, not to help you accomplish your work. Whole experience seemed owner-centric and devoid of any customer service. The view was nice, the bed was good, there was some good touches along the way. Furniture does not match photos.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

6/10 Okay

Dorothy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint little place
A nice enough place, but could’ve been quieter. Pros- comfortable bed, cozy feeling throughout, beautiful views, internet was reliable and streaming without issue, plenty of places to relax/unwind. Cons- parking spot is very small and almost impossible to get to if other guests there, you can hear a lot of walking upstairs
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Coupeville Vacation
Beautiful area and enjoyable property. It wasn’t entirely clear from the booking that the unit was a basement unit. But otherwise it was very clean and enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jo W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We loved it, but did have to repair the stools since all screws were loose or missing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
It was fun stay
We initially had some problems communicating with the property managers, but it was an overall fun stay. The upstairs can get really loud, we did have to ask the people upstairs to keep things down late at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

2/10 Terrible

Alan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
All kinds of noise
If you like being buzzed by F18s for 8 straight hours, noisy upstairs neighbors stomping on your ceiling all hours of the day and night, and gardeners using blowers, power mowers and weed eaters outside your window while you’re trying to have a business meeting, this is the place for you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fourth of July
I didn't read the property details close enough to know that the property was divided into 3 units. We had the basement unit. The unit was nicely decorated, but the unit above us was really loud. Not partying, but just walking around. The basement unit really needs more sound proofing. The walk to the beach was easy. We did get stopped on the way to the beach by a neighbor, but everyone else was friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Ronda H.

Octopus Den
Overall rating was average to below average. We were disappointed that when we arrived there was no heat and no lights due to overloading of electrical outlets from portable heaters supplied by property. The property manager was not very customer friendly but the housekeeper, Marilyn was excellent. Marilyn restored power and turned up the temperature so that we could stay warm. She also checked in with us daily by text messaging to make sure that we were alright. Also, property is directly below fly zone of military jets so we had 8 hours on Tuesday of constant fly over which we had to use ear protection.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Octopus Den
Lovely setting, small with a nice layout for 2 people. Comfrortable bed, cozy and tastefully furnished, quiet and beautiful setting. Reasonably equipped although needs more than 2 forks. Vacasa was confusing and it took about an hour on line and phone conversation to get the door code and sort out additional charges beyond the original paid balance. However, all worked out eventually and I was not charged any extra fees.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Jud M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lipstick on a Pig
The location was great! The view was awesome. The staging was well done. BUT... They split this house into multiple units on the cheap. It's winter and getting into the 30's at night but only a single space heater in the living room to heat the entire apartment? This was formerly a daylight basement of a nice home. A daylight basement over a cold concrete slab. While you can quickly see there is a cold air return and central heat vents, the furnace is controlled by a thermostat in the main part of the house upstairs that this unit does not have access to. Who does this in a vacation rental? Try having a romantic interlude with your significant other who is so cold they're wearing a coat and hat to bed. This unit needs it's own thermostat controlled minisplit unit to heat it and cool it. They put up locked hollow core doors in front of the stairway to the upstairs to divide the house, but note I said "hollow core" door. You can hear the conversations and laughter from your upstairs neighbor. Not to mention it's an older house, so every footfall of your upstairs neighbor and their very happy running children is heard through your ceiling. They need to put insulation in the floor joists and put in thicker flooring upstairs to help deaden the sound of foot steps transmitted through the ceiling. This time of year it gets dark early. Their are designated parking spaces for all 3 units on the property. The space for this unit is pretty well hidden and their is no signage for which path to take to get to the door of this unit, which was truly dark after the sun went down since all of the motion sensing lights on one side of the building were either off or not functional. On the other side of the building there was a ground light strip along the path, but be sure you duck under the corner of the roof only 5ft above the deck (I'm 6'2") without tripping off of the edge of the deck onto the dark path as your eyes are blinded by the light right in your face on the corner of the roof. Fix the lights and add signage. When you take a shower in this unit and someone either in your unit or the upstairs unit also uses hot water, the temperature of your shower water drops 15 degrees or so. A dedicated water heater for this unit should be added. The former stairwell could be converted into separate mechanical rooms for both the upstairs and downstairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

TravelAdvisor, Tennessee

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some items to consider including: Pitcher Ice Trays Full length mirror Iron/Ironing board Rug/mat inside to allow place to remove shoes/control tracked in debris Additional lighting on the path from parking area to lower apartment Lovely stay - expected to be able to hear the people upstairs and the Navy jets. However, I did find it surprising not to find a thermostat dedicated to the downstairs unit. Thanks--
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

TL, Seattle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location near Coupeville. Lower unit was clean but minimal and comfortable. Parking was tight Biggest issue was Navy jets at all hours with noise factor at high levels. Beach was accessible w 5 minute walk. Not direct access as we thought from websites.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019