Peaceful bay-view home in a quiet location - short drive to the beach - Reviews, Photos & Rates

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

TV, fireplace, table football, ping pong

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6230 sq m

Popular amenities

Gym

Pool

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Clinton, WA

Useless Bay
5 min drive
Maxwelton Beaches
5 min drive
Double Bluff Beach
14 min drive
Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)
44 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Sea view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

2 Jan - 3 Jan

About this property

Entire place

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

Peaceful bay-view home in a quiet location - short drive to the beach

Sills Bluff Sunset Vista

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Escape to this spacious Whidbey Island home with a serene atmosphere and bay views, all just a short drive from a family-friendly beach and park. Fresh ocean air, unforgettable sunsets, and comforts like a luxurious soaking tub await you. This home lies on Whidbey Island's southwestern coast, high above Useless Bay. Your neighbors are grazing deer, soaring eagles, and wandering rabbits. Even with its quiet, serene location, groceries, weekend farmers' markets, and the towns of Clinton, Langley, and Freeland are just a few miles away.

Things to Know

Guests enjoy special rates for the pool and exercise facilities at Island Athletic Club in Freeland.

There is no beach access from this home.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 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.

During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Maxwelton Beaches. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and a gym. The holiday home offers a kitchen and 2.5 bathrooms.

Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2.5 bathrooms
Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
On-site recreation includes a gym
Just a 5-minute drive from Useless Bay and a few minutes from Maxwelton Beaches

Peaceful bay-view home in a quiet location - short drive to the beach offers its guests a fitness centre, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Property manager

Vacasa of Washington

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Pool

Internet

Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transport

Car required
Limited on-site parking (max 5 spaces)

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2.5 bathrooms
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Wood stove

Entertainment

Books
Games
TV

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden

Laundry

Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

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
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the sea

Things to do

Foosball table
Gym
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating 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: 2,473 square feet

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

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

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.

Property is also known as

NEW Listing Peaceful Bay-view Home Quiet Location Moments Beach

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Peaceful bay-view home in a quiet location - short drive to the beach Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.2/10

Cleanliness

2/10 Terrible

Shaee D.

26 Jun 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Sewer logged and unclean- Shame on you!

These are a group of dishonest individuals. We booked a 2night stay and upon arrival, the WiFi did not work. The bedrooms had dead flies, matted cob webs and spiders in common areas, food pieces and crumbs in kitchen cupboards. - Their Jet tub could not be used because black sludge coming from jets. - our children were exposed to this - The shower could not be used because sewer water came up through drain and overflowed into the hallway and bath. - the toilets could not be used in both bathrooms - the local host- Candace exhibited dishonesty by promising she would refund us as specified refund for their inability to provide the services we paid for, but recanted and stopped communicating (true behavior of dishonesty and lack of integrity) after it was evident that this property had several significant breach of their advertised services. We had to VACATE early due to the sewer issues. - Both Vacasa and the local host swindled their responsibility to honor a respectable refund. - The host now is saying we left the place dirty when we had no access to water ( due to sewer overflow in house and had to vacate immediately. - The audacity of Vacasa and the local host to backpedal, lie, withhold monies for services they have not provided is disheartening. Vacasa and Candace, consider this a learning opportunity to improve upon your moral countenance and business integrity.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Pat I.

22 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely view and sunsets

Very comfortable and lots of room. Even my 3 year old niece said it was “amazing”!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Terri J.

24 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property with Amazing Views

We enjoyed this property, especially the views and the grounds. Could use a little updating in the bathrooms and bedrooms but overall a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lexi C.

5 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

A Lovely Getaway

Our family enjoyed the house, especially the view and the deck. Beautiful!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin C.

27 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay

One of the greatest vacation homes I've ever had. Was simultaneously secluded but had access to all the necessary amenities...grocery, hardware, coffee gasoline etc. The house was both large and all-encompassing (love the downstairs with its own kitchen, patio chairs as well as the ping pong room) and cozy with plenty of places to hide away and read. View over the bluff was gorgeous, there were blackberry bushes galore and I loved the kitchen with a real gas range. Also the main bathroom with the waterfall shower and deck. Think the main had two bathrooms. Plus we had both a sea view and woods in the backyard. The house was also amazingly well-equipped with great books for both adults and kids (from Teddy Roosevelt to One Morning In Maine) and kitchen supplies. We actually went out and bought a bunch of stuff before arriving only to find that the house had most of it...down to Chinese oyster sauce and shovels for clamming. Only downside was the tubs were a bit dirty when we arrived.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S., Winter Park, Florida

23 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property with great view.

Positive

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

John M.

20 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

In home heating did not work

House was ~50 degrees. Heater did not work, couldn't be fixed. We left without spending a night. Refund for approximately 25% of the cost of the booking was given in recompense. Would not stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Ben C.

11 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great view and location

We spent thanksgiving at Sills Bluff and had a wonderful time. The property has a great kitchen, an amazing view, and is in a great part of the island. A few things to be aware of - they aren't kidding when they named this property "Sills Bluff" - it is on a bluff with a steep drop-off and you can't leave small children outside unsupervised. Second, as other reviewers noted, while the upstairs is wonderful, the downstairs is a little dated, and has a stale odor of smoke from the lower fireplace. Overall a great stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

8 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Woodland girls getaway

Beautiful water views, and a home tucked away in a woodland. Very cozy and great for a low key girls weekend. The kitchen is great for entertaining and very well done. Easy access to the ferry and Langley for shopping/wine tasting, I really appreciated the quick drive to the house after taking the ferry. The deck would be incredible in the summer. Only drawback is for four women, the downstairs bedrooms were much less comfortable and cramped, while one friend had a large master suite. We hung out in the upstairs rooms most of the time so it wasn't a huge issue. There is a light wood fire smell downstairs that didn't really bother us, but may irritate someone sleeping downstairs with sensitivities/allergies.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jerry W.

16 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

A beautiful property in a wonderful location.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

17 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely island getaway

The high points of our stay include a fabulous kitchen, an amazing view, a comfy bed, proximity to the Orchard kitchen an beaches, and ease of entertaining friends. We left refreshed.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

gayle n., naples florida

16 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful setting

The house has a fabulous deck and view. The property was clean. The kitchen was well appointed. There were 2 couples in our group. The lower level where 2 of the 3 bedrooms are, is somewhat musty and damp, with a completely unacceptable shower. Its one of those walk in bath tubs with a separator, where you can hardly fit. The couple staying upstairs feels a bit pampered, while those staying downstairs, well....not so much. Upon arriving, we had issues with the front door. We were given the code, but didnt realize that you turn the code knob, not the door knob. We went to the back door that had a key in the lockbox, but there was not code given for this lockbox in the instructions. We called Vacasa and they helped us by giving us the code which was different from the front door. There were no instructions on how to use the fireplace upstairs, and no instructions on the tv's. You need to have a paid streaming app to connect to the televisions and stream off of your laptop. The beach is not very close, not walking distance, which I felt a bit misled about. We all enjoyed our stay, but felt bad for the couple staying downstairs.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Ann H.

30 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding weekend in Clinton, WA.

The location was fantastic, the first floor was beautiful. The views were amazing. The downstairs space was outdated and did not have amenities and not worth the money. There was no dresser in the bedrooms, or a night table or lamp in the twin bedroom. It made it very difficult to unpack. The doors were loud in the basement and upstairs half bath bathroom. The basement was outdated and the shower was unusable. We stayed with three adult couples and the basement rooms were not even close to the first floor. I avoided the basement except to sleep.. The views from the deck were great, but the basement was a disappointment.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric N., Beaverton, OR, USA

29 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely house and location

Beautiful, well laid out home with spectacular view of Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains. Short distance from most south Whidbey attractions

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Cheryl L.

4 Apr 2021

Disliked: Cleanliness

Mixed Review

You couldn't ask for a more perfect view and setting -- it was stunning. The furnishings were unique in a good way. The layout was perfect, especially if you are traveling with another couple or extended family. A great bit negative, though, is the unit was not very clean except in the most important places (toilets, sinks, and beds). Crumbs on nearly all surfaces and floors and inside cabinets was a big turnoff. And there were big carpenter ants that kept popping up. I could go on, but you get the idea.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Clifford S., Seattle

23 Oct 2020

Beautiful home, but improvements could be made

The home is beautiful and very comfortable. An extraordinary view and very quiet. Some criticism relating to cleanliness, especially during these strange Covid times. First, we found quite a lot of silverware, pots, and plates with old, caked on food remnants. While this is likely the fault of previous guests, a thorough inspection by the cleaning staff should have caught and rectified this. Compared to three other VRBO homes I have visited in the last two months, this one was alone in not placing kleenex in all bathrooms and bedrooms and no hand sanitizer was found anywhere. I did not complain to management as I always bring my own. My final criticism (or suggestion) is that we were unable to locate outdoor garbage or recycling containers (we looked all over the property). We stayed only two nights, so this wasn't a real problem for us, but for a longer stay this would become a real problem, especially now when guests are very likely to bring in and prepare all meals in the house, resulting in quite the buildup of food scraps and other garbage. All told, however, we had a wonderful stay in this beautiful home with an extraordinary view.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Beautiful view and quiet area. Island living at its best. Master bed and bath very comfortable, great shower. Deck off master bedroom has no seating, would be a great add as it is covered. Basement shower is small and lower level is a bit musty but otherwise comfortable. Overall great stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Douglas G.

31 Jul 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Good property

Good!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

6/10 Okay

Mary H.

3 Oct 2018

Lower level needs updating

The upper level of the home, and all outdoor areas, were lovely. Recently renovated with modern decor. View from the house is magnificent. However, lower level needs updating. Dated and worn, with cheap decor. Smelled a bit of dampness/mold. One of the two lower-level bedrooms didn't have any type of window covering. For a family with children, this would be a pretty good property. The adults could stay upstairs in the lovely master suite while the children could stay in the two bedrooms on the lower level. We were a group of 5 adults, so the three us who got stuck on the lower level weren't very happy.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018