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Welcoming Orcas Island home w/bay views and contemporary features

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Hair dryer, towels
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
Terrace/patio
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 9292 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Welcoming Orcas Island home w/bay views and contemporary features

Gafford Guest House

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If sunlight is your fancy, this beautiful ranch-style home is the one for you. The large windows throughout the house boast ocean and bay views, and the expansive deck that surrounds the house is a perfect place to wind down after your busy day in Eastsound. The wood floors, granite countertops and professional piano perfectly accentuate the gorgeous views outside, and the kitchen and living room both have everything you need to feel right at home.

What's nearby:
This home is right in between Turtleback Mountain Preserve and Moran State Park, so wildlife sightings are almost a guarantee no matter what time of year you are visiting. It is also a short drive into the town of Eastsound, where the local restaurants and shopping are second to none.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen (dishwasher)
Extra table/folding chairs available

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.



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

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling 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

  • Unit size: 3,148 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 not allowed

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

23562

About the area

Map
Eastsound, WA

What's nearby

  • Darvill's Bookstore - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Orcas Island Historical Museum - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Eastsound Beaches - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cascade Lake - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Orcas Island Golf Course - 8 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Eastsound, WA (ESD-Orcas Island) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Country Corner - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Island Hoppin' Brewery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Mansion Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Doe Bay Resort & Retreat - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Brown Bear Baking - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcoming Orcas Island home w/bay views and contemporary features pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcoming Orcas Island home w/bay views and contemporary features?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcoming Orcas Island home w/bay views and contemporary features?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcoming Orcas Island home w/bay views and contemporary features located?

Located in the heart of Eastsound, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Crescent Beach, Darvill's Bookstore and Eastsound Beaches. Orcas Island Historical Museum and Matia Island State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Welcoming Orcas Island home w/bay views and contemporary features Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helane R., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Gafford Guest House
The home is absolutely spectacular, it was everything and more than what was shown in the pictures. It was very clean; the kitchen is very well stocked and the bathroom amenities including the black facial wash clothes didn't go un-noticed. The back deck was lovely for viewing the spectacular views.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara F., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Siblings Reunion
The house was charming in design and well constructed. Loved the wrap around porch and views of the sunsets over the bay. Everyone was very happy with their beds and bathrooms. Kitchen had all the necessary appliances. Very nice place!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Blake M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay on Orcas Island
Great location and views over the bay. Big kitchen and comfortable rooms to hang out in.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Orcas View Home
Beautiful traditional home for family get-togethers near Eastsound. The furnishings and decor are lovely and make the generously sized rooms feel warm and cozy. For our group of nine, there was plenty of comfortable seating indoors and outside for eating and lounging. The deck is fantastic and we loved the views and just hanging out there. Also, the kids really enjoyed the games. It's a great house for mixed ages. The kitchen is also terrific - spacious and well-provisioned.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Roy S., Austin, Texas USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home!
The house was perfect for 6 older adults. Great location. Well equipped kitchen and well equipped house. Beautiful view. Nice wrap around porch. Communication from the company could have been better, but we were finally answered and check-in was easy. Would rent the house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeding expectations!
We went to Orcas this February for a weekend of exploring. This home was more than we were expecting. An amazing forested property with an incredible view, a spacious comfortable home with everything you need. We are definitely coming back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mari H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would come again
Very spacious and quiet. We had everything we needed for a family getaway. Would definitely come again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

April B.

Beautiful View
Nice and secluded, beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a getaway
Beautiful property with gorgeous views of the water. The house is spacious and comfortable and is a great place for a gathering of friends and family. The location was great, but a few minutes from town. Have already recommended the house to several friends and will likely return myself.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M., San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Experience
We were very impressed with the beauty of this home, both inside and out. It was centrally located on the island, so we easily ventured from one end of it to the other. The view from the balcony was stunning. We enjoyed many sunsets out there. The bedrooms were spacious and nicely decorated and the kitchen well equipped. The entertainment system was great and easy to use. An altogether great vacation retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail D., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Cozy home. Second time we stayed. Girls weekend. Spotless. Comfortable beds and well appointed kitchen. Close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
great stay
beautiful house on a beautiful island. we all loved it and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul T., Shelby Township, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
Great house! Wonderful kitchen. Beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Bheeshm C., Washington

Good property but management is absent
This is a great property, but Vacasa is not doing them any favors. We had water pressure issues throughout our stay, had big stains on the main couch and there was trash from a previous stay in some of the cans. We noted this to the property manager and all we got were generic messages with no help. Unfortunate because the property itself is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

David K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Wedding Week
Great house in a great location. House could use a good cleaning. The worst paper towels and toilet paper we have ever used.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aisha G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Our stay was so wonderful!! The pictures don’t do it justice. Amazing views, very clean, plenty of space for our family to spread out. Kitchen fully stocked with all the essentials. Close to Eastsound and everything you need downtown. We loved everything about this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

amy l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and tranquil spot in East Sound on Orcas Island
What a great property... nestled in a woodsy setting with an amazing view of East Sound and gorgeous sunsets. We loved the wrap around deck/porch, the open kitchen, and the spacious bedrooms. Wonderful place, I highly recommend it for families and group gatherings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vance R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Escape
Great experience with this house. Plenty of room for our extended family. Clean and up to date. Beautiful views.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views, spacious house
We had a great time in the Gafford House. The deck and its view are amazing. Gorgeous sunsets over the Sound waters and mountains in the distance. House is spacious, well appointed. Bed was very comfortable. Would stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Wonderful property Large open first floor Large airy bedrooms Great view The bed in the bedroom across from the master has a broken box spring, resulting in a large pit in the middle. The other beds are excellent.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Getaway
The house was perfect for our family, very clean and spacious, and the view was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda R., Everett, Wa.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and private!
Lots of room for a group. 5 spacious great bedrooms and 4 nice bathrooms!! The home has everything we needed and more. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful spot! Amazing view.
This place is fantastic and probably the best value you will find with all sorts of bonus rooms for kids to sleep in. The only drawback was that our metal bed frame was veeeeery squeaky. Love the spot otherwise!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne F., Portland

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to relax and enjoy the view!
We stayed at the house in October and so it was partly cloudy with a few sun breaks. The view is spectacular! The house is near Eastsound and was a great place to relax after a day of hiking and exploring. I love that there are so many bedrooms so everyone can have their own space.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific Island Family Getaway
This lovely place was perfect for our family getaway to celebrate an 80th birthday! It was conveniently located close to town, it was spacious and comfortable and had a fantastic view of Eastsound. As well, there was good communication with the manager and it all lived up to the description. We hope to return next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021