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Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet
TV, streaming services
Dishwasher, coffee/tea maker, toaster, dining tables
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71876 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Ocean viewOcean viewOcean view

Explore the area

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Orcas Island, Washington
  • AirportEastsound, WA (ESD-Orcas Island)16 min drive
  • Popular LocationMoran State Park19 min drive
  • Popular LocationDoe Bay Hot Springs35 min drive
  • Popular LocationMt. Constitution36 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Eastsound

Oceanside stay.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Matia Island State Park and Crescent Beach. North Beach and The Funhouse Discovery Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Moran State Park - 19 min drive
  • Orcas Island Golf Course - 19 min drive
  • Cascade Lake - 20 min drive
  • Doe Bay Hot Springs - 35 min drive
  • Mt. Constitution - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Eastsound, WA (ESD-Orcas Island) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Country Corner - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Mansion Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Island Hoppin' Brewery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Lower Tavern - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Doe Bay Resort & Retreat - ‬35 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Orcas Island, Aurora House #295

*** This home is people friendly, and not pet friendly. ***

Aurora House provides guests with the perfect blend of coziness and spaciousness - an indoor and outdoor retreat set on a waterfront bluff with sprawling views off Orcas Island’s coveted north shore. Sit by the fire in the sizeable living room, with vaulted ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, watching the excitement of weather, boats, birds, marine mammals, and outer-island escapes. Or spend your days down the relaxing trail right next door where a private beach accessible only to neighborhood residents awaits – this beach is known by the lucky few to be one of the most beautiful and private beaches on the island.

Back at the house, the waterfront hot tub, open kitchen and expansive deck ensure a relaxing getaway in every way possible. Inside, in addition to the first floor living room, this home provides two downstairs bedrooms, one with outside direct deck access and a comfortable queen size bed. The other room has a bunk bed arrangement with a full bed on the bottom and twin on top. These bedrooms share a downstairs bathroom that also serves as the guest bathroom.

A cozy and well-lit family room at the back of the house provides the perfect den for watching movies, soaking up the sun under the solarium-style windows, and getting away from it all with your favorite book. The laundry room is conveniently tucked away in a closet on the first floor near the kitchen.

Speaking of the kitchen, this easy-to-use space has all the amenities to entertain and cook for a large family gathering. Serve your family and friends at the kitchen bar, dining table, or the lounging deck with plentiful furniture that is just steps away from the cooking area.

Upstairs is the master bedroom loft with a queen size bed, master bathroom and more views of neighboring islands and even Canada. The warm, woody feeling throughout this house, coupled with the peace of the surrounding forest and sea, provide ultimate tranquility. Aurora House provides excellent privacy from neighbors and such a gracious environment to enjoy wonderful Orcas Island.

If you have specific questions regarding this home, please let us answer your questions prior to you booking the home. Please note this home has no steps to the entrance.

LIMITED AVAILABILITY OF SERVICES (IMPORTANT NOTICE, PLEASE READ):
Northwest Island Escapes makes every effort to provide, and provide timely maintenance and service for, all the amenities listed in this property description. However, at times, due to events out of our control, these services may not be as fast or reliable as our guests are used to on the mainland. Please Read your contract for important additional information about the availability of these services.

Please note: residential internet speeds, bandwidth and reliability in the San Juan Islands currently lag behind the mainland. Guests who wish to use videoconferencing, streaming services, or multiple simultaneous internet connections should be aware that performance may not meet the levels they are accustomed to. Guests may need to alter their online work and entertainment plans due to service fluctuations or outages.

San Juan County VR Permit #HE 25-05 (05CU009)

Property manager

Northwest Island Escapes

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Streaming services
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,876 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Orcas Island, Aurora House #295 to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.9 mi (23-min drive) away from the Rosario, WA (RSJ-Rosario Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Orcas Island, Aurora House #295 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Orcas Island, Aurora House #295 to the beach?

This vacation home is 4.8 mi (14-min drive) from Crescent Beach and 5 mi (16-min drive) from North Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Orcas Island, Aurora House #295 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Orcas Island, Aurora House #295?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Orcas Island, Aurora House #295?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Orcas Island, Aurora House #295?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Orcas Island, Aurora House #295 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Orcas Island, Aurora House #295 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Orcas Island, Aurora House #295 to downtown Eastsound?

This vacation home is 4 mi away from Eastsound.

Orcas Island, Aurora House #295 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Family Vacation
Beautiful location, property is clean with a well stocked kitchen. Lots of comfy places inside to sit and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
get away
Beautiful views, everything you need for your stay (minus food, of course) I enjoyed my get away and relaxed in the hot tub overlooking the ocean, didn't enjoy the drive up there a bit narrow, but it is an island. Saw an Eagle up close, and deer in the yard. I was in a rush to make the ferry so I didn't pack enough food and had to make a run to local market, it was a bit pricey, so don't do what I did.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Orcas island retreat
My friends and I LOVED staying at this property. The views of the sound were absolutely incredible. Even on the stormy days - we spied a few rainbows and enjoyed hot tubing in the rain. The location was nice for us. We enjoyed that it was a bit more remote and secluded. It took about 15-30 minutes to get to other parts of the island for activities but that was not a problem for us. The house was stocked with everything we needed. The private path down to the beach is a must! The directions for finding it are a bit confusing, basically just continue down the road the house is on and you'll run into the path. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone considering it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
Overall, a great, relaxing stay. The property was just as described. Check in and check out was very easy, and the home was clean and well-maintained. We enjoyed visits to the nearby beach, soaks in the hot tub, and cooking in the fairly well-equipped kitchen. There was a 3-year old buck who visited the yard fearlessly each day. The only minor criticisms were that the coffee maker is very slow to brew (bring a press or do your own pour-over with a filter basket), and at times there was a faint sulfur smell in the loft bathroom (possibly a septic venting / u-trap design issue) but nothing the bathroom extractor fan didn’t clear up. Overall, we were exceedingly happy with our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place with amazing views
Beautifully clean, everything worked great, truly awe inspiring views. So peaceful and lovely. House is much more spacious than it appears in the pictures. There were 5 of us but could have easily accommodated more. We really enjoyed the outdoor deck and hot tub every evening, and a buck with full antlers ambled down the driveway to say hello two nights in a row. Neighborhood beach was very private, with heaps of smooth gray small rocks/pebbles. Trail to the beach was an engineering feat since the drop-off is really steep. You drive on a gravel road for a ways to get there, so select your vehicle accordingly. I'm a nervous driver so I was glad we happened to have rented a mini SUV.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Wonderful spot in a remote location with big windows and deck overlooking the sound. Plenty of open space for lounging (and crawling for our 1-year-old). Well-appointed kitchen. You have to negotiate a steep narrow trail to get to the very cool private beach from which you can see Mount Baker and the Vancouver skyline. Some in our party saw otters and a minke whale. The only drawback to this place was that one bedroom has bunk beds and another is a open loft (great views but less privacy) but the other features more than made up for it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness
View, floor plan
View wonderful, floor olan worked for our family. Quiet spaces, communal spaces.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, quiet spot with nearby water access
We’re a group of college friends who started traveling to the SJI’s in 2020 and come back every year. This house was perfect for a small group of ladies looking to cook together and explore the island and waterfront during the day. The adorable little park and water access down the road was perfect for launching our paddle boards and sipping coffee in the mornings. Only knock was that the dishwasher was out of order, which made cooking and cleaning all meals for 8 people a bit of a chore. Other than that, we loved this spot!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, Quiet Home
Fairly secluded home with beautiful views to the Northeast and access to private neighborhood beach. Very comfortable home setting with all the necessities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Elizabeth M.

Raccoon Point
Location is beautiful for this property with good access to the shore line. House is spacious. We missed having an operational dishwasher and screen door, and would have preferred a cleaner hot tub. Lots of animal sightings: eagles, deer, raccoons, porpoise.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022