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5 Acres of Solitude, a Restful Place To Rejuvenate, Winter Or Summer

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Beach towels
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Clinton, WA
  • Maxwelton Beaches
    4 min drive
  • Useless Bay
    9 min drive
  • Mukilteo Lighthouse Park
    46 min drive
  • Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)
    49 min drive

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The price is €239
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Dog-friendly home with a yard, washer/dryer, partial AC - near attractions

About this property

Entire place

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

5 Acres of Solitude, a Restful Place To Rejuvenate, Winter Or Summer

Welcome to peaceful Birdsong Retreat where the quiet serenity is accompanied with birdsong. This spacious, newly built home sits in a sunny yard on 5 acres of beautiful Cedar trees that guests are welcome to enjoy walking in. It is located at the end of a quiet road, very private, yet close to town and amenities - only 10 minutes from the car ferry, and less than 2 miles to the beach and a view of the Olympic Mountains.
The house is fully furnished for guests comfort. You will find all you need in the well-appointed kitchen, including spices. All luxurious linens are provided, including beach towels. Internet, WiFi, and cable TV with flat screen and Blu-Ray, as well as stream Netflix are provided. Listen to your favorite music on the I-Doc station or Pandora. Books, board and yard games are provided.
This is a restful place where you can rejuvenate, winter or summer. Rock on the porch or lay back in one of the recliners, curl up with a book in this cozy, quiet haven. The number of birds and other wildlife here are amazing; we've seen great horned owls, bald eagles, and many song birds. It's great for individuals and families. If you wish to venture beyond this property, there is plenty of natural beauty and points of interest, golf courses, hiking trails, parks, as well as quaint towns and shops nearby on this vacation destination Island. We have a guest book with maps and some suggestions at the Retreat.
The house features: spacious vaulted great room with living room (multiple reclining sectional), dining area (seats 6), and kitchen with new stainless steel appliances (also microwave, coffee maker, bagel toaster, Belgian waffle maker, popcorn popper); 2 large bedrooms with queen size beds (luxurious cotton sateen sheets and down comforters), additional convertible queen bed; 2 full bathrooms with showers, tubs (luxury towels, soap, shampoo, and conditioner, hair dryer provided); utility room with washer and dryer (soap and fabric softener provided); iron and board; wood deck with patio dining set and gas grill; covered porches.
Leave your worries behind as you ride the 15 minute car ferry (only 10 minutes drive to the house) as you begin your retreat. To get the current ferry schedule please see our website under links below or google Washington State Ferry, and look under Mukilteo-Clinton.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Maxwelton Beaches. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Maxwelton Beaches and 8 minutes from Island Greens Golf
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Diane Schaumleffel

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grills
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

5 Acres of Solitude, a Restful Place To Rejuvenate, Winter Or Summer Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 117 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ardyce H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Slice of Heaven
Everything was as described. Comfortable, clean, well-equipped, but most of all private. So beautiful and calming to be surrounded by nature. We didn't see the owls this year but I am sure they were there. Thank you Diane
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and relaxing home
We had a very relaxing stay at this home. Enjoyed that it was at the end of the dirt road so there were no traffic noises and we were able to enjoy the sounds of nature. House really had all of the gadgets you would need and was extremely clean. We were very impressed. Thank you for a great trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C., Whidbey Island, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and secluded home in the woods
Diane made renting and checking in easy. My family stayed there during a reunion because we didn't have enough bedrooms at our house. They found it well appointed and comfortable. We'd happily rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A peaceful, quiet getaway
This was our third or fourth time staying here. We keep coming back because of the peace and quiet and the comfort of the home. The kitchen is well stocked, including coffee, tea, some canned goods, and all the kitchen appliances you need. The beds are super comfortable. Our host Diane was responsive when we had a small issue with the TV (resolved quickly.) Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D., UNIVERSITY PLACE

Liked: Cleanliness
Whidbey Stay
We enjoyed everything about our stay. The house was beautiful. Everything we needed was provided. The icing on the cake as the owl who visited right outside the back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
We enjoyed our stay in this lovely home. The setting is private and beautiful. If you like to be surrounded by nature, this is the place for you. The home is clean and has everything you need. I would highly suggest you bring drinking water. The water has an odd smell and taste that is hard to ignore. Other than that, we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
a peaceful and comfortable getaway
I've been to Birdsong Retreat twice, and have just booked a third stay there. The setting is peaceful and beautiful. We saw a mama deer and her fawn right next to the house in the morning, and at night we heard the hooting of owls. The house itself is quite comfortable and furnished with everything we needed for an enjoyable and relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

T.M. S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another fine outing
Just a lovely, peaceful place to stay on the island, and not far from the places we like to go. Always a treat.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katharine A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy couch, squeaky beds
Overall a lovely stay, well equipped and clean accommodation. The couch is amazing and why we chose the house. We were very underwhelmed with the squeaky bed that made sleep as challenging as an Olympic sport. Beware the staples in the carpet with the no shoe policy. The property is quiet and beautiful but we found it hard to enjoy the advertised size because of the stinging nettle. Ultimately it didn’t matter much as we spent most of our time enjoying the island, especially Coupeville!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

victor k., Ashland, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Whidbey
Very private and very clean and well-equipped.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super quiet and clean
We loved our stay! We were visiting for a wedding, about 6 miles away. The privacy in this place is amazing. Gorgeous lot, surrounded in trees and completely silent. We were wondering where the crickets and frogs were! We live in a peaceful place, and this place is 100 times more quiet. The couch was sp comfortable, and the kitchen was very well stocked. They had everything we could possibly use. We didn't see anything aboout the check out requirements, so I'm guessing they are pretty simple. They have a waffle iron and any other dishware, condiments, spices etc that you may need. Woould definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well appointed 2bed2bath hourse
We loved our two days at this property. It was well appointed and very clean. Lots of stars at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Woodland stay
Clean, quiet, birdsong all around
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Very clean house to rent. Comfortable beds. Plenty of room and we'll stocked home. We only stayed 2 nights while on Whidbey Island for a big family birthday celebration. We just slept at the house. We never ate there but I could tell the kitchen was well stocked. We arrived late and after dark. I had the wrong entrance code and was very thankful the owners answered the phone so we could get in. I do wish they had the simple courtesy to turn up the heat. It was a very cold night till we all got warm. Lots of blankets and bedding. Super clean home!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A pleasant stay at in a remote location.
Pros: The house was clean and well furnished. Very tastefully decorated. Very quiet (except for the wall heaters). Lots of linen and bedding. Well stocked essentials in the kitchen. Modern appliances. Cons: Outdated entertainment system. If you have an IPhone 4, you will like it. We could not get Netflix to work on the second night. Little things like; the toilet seat doesn't stay up in the bathroom. OK for girls but... and that there are no shower mats. The bathrooms are tile and it can be quite slippery when you stet out of the shower. I used a towel. Not optimal. The dirt road to the house is long and could be a problem during rainy weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Solitude, Quiet, and Nature
Perfect for those looking for solitude, quiet and nature. New construction house is well cared for with a nice attention to detail.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manuel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whidbey hideaway gem!
This is our second thanksgiving weekend at this location. We appreciate the cleanliness, more than adequate amenities, privacy. Everything you need is provided. Excellent communication with owner. One small issue is the wifi being spotty at certain times which slows down video streaming. Not a deal breaker for our family and we will be back next year. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting!
Diane's home is absolutely one of the best properties we have ever stayed at! Spotlessly clean, cozily homey, and very quiet and private. We saw deer and a very mysterious owl while we were there. We didn't want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela B., Bellevue

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, Comfortable, and Quiet
I had a peaceful and rejuvenating stay at this spacious home, where every comfort and amenity has been thought of and provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
I would definitely stay here again. Very clean and well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Seculded yet colse
The house is just the right size for our young family of 4. They had an air mattress for our youngest and a fan for those hotter days. The acreage to explore was awesome. The kids didn't want it to end. It was also clearly marked where the border is. Enjoyed the whole week with the island sites and San Juan trip. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lesley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay
Stayed with adult son for a weekend wedding that was held in the vicinity. It was a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
This house was perfect for our family. Very clean and welcoming. Lots of great attention to detail — really nice bedding and towels, and a well stocked kitchen, even including coffee, spices, popcorn, and pancake mix! We had a wonderful time on beautiful Whidbey Island, and would gladly return to Birdsong Retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful spot
This was perfect for a couple nights stay with some friends and some day trips on Whidbey. The house is spotlessly clean and spacious, and truly peaceful with completely quiet nights and lots of bird activity and song in the morning. The house is on a gravel road and we were glad we found it first in the daylight, although using the owners directions it’s quite straightforward. Very comfortable beds; Excellent and friendly communication by the owner. We’d happily stay again, and next time we will spend more time in the comfortable reclining sofa chairs!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marsha L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whidbey Wonderful!
Experience was perfect. The house was perfect. The deer in the yard were perfect. Diane stocked us with everything we could have needed and really went the extra mile in provisions. We saw an incredible sunset on our way in. For the professional photographer with us it was heaven. Thank you, Diane!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022