A peaceful retreat tucked in the trees along Puget Sound. Wood fire, sandy beach access, kayaks on ready. Built for slow mornings, tide watching, and late fires.
The Anchor Cottage is a peaceful retreat tucked in the trees and along the Puget Sound waterfront. Come enjoy the cozy fire and soak in the views as you immerse yourself into the relaxing sounds of nature.
The waterfront yard is fully fenced with a gate to keep your pup nearby and out of the water without adult supervision. Guests book the whole house and property — this includes private staircase down to sandy beach, kayaks, and fire pit on deck above.
3 bedrooms / 3 beds / 1 bath. Open living + kitchen. Historic cottage, bright and window-lined — bay views from living + dining.
Southwest over Honeymoon Bay. Best light 6–9am from sofa, sunset fireside. Watch for eagles, otters, occasional seals.
Quiet cove. No road hum. Puget Sound lapping, wind in firs. Please keep music low after 9pm — sound travels over water.
How to board, how to leave her better than you found her.
Short charter rules, yacht style. Keep her safe, keep sound pristine.
6 guests max. No extra overnight guests. Day visitors OK with notice, 6 total onsite after 10pm.
Whidbey is quiet. Outdoor music low, off by 9pm. Fires low after 10pm.
Not inside, not on deck. Beach only, pack out. $250 cleaning fee if indoors.
Dog-friendly. 1–2 well-behaved dogs max. Gate closed, not in bedrooms unless covered. Rinse sand.
CO alarm, smoke alarm, 2 fire extinguishers (kitchen + hall), first aid under sink. Exterior cameras on.
Wind takes napkins fast. Beach toys inside. Food locked — raccoons are clever.
| What | Why / How | Care |
|---|---|---|
| No dishwasher / washer | Historic cottage, septic + small water heater. Hand-wash, bring fewer clothes, we provide plenty of towels. Town laundromat : 4 min drive. | Keep sink clear for next crew |
| Wood fireplace only | No thermostat-only. Burn seasoned wood only (stack out back). Keep screen closed. Don't leave unattended. Learn draft: open flue north handle. | Screen closed, ash in metal bin |
| Fenced yard ≠ unsupervised | Gate must be latched. Bluff drop + water beyond. Kids / dogs within arm's reach near stairs. | — |
Like a boat: water, power, heat, connectivity. Know the switches before dark.
| System | Location / Use | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Heat — Baseboard + Fireplace | Back bedrooms: baseboard heat (thermostat dial on each heater, keep at 66–70). Front living/dining/kitchen: wood-burning fireplace is only heat source. Flue lever forward = open. | Wood under tarp; kindling in deck box. Operate baseboard heaters individually — close bedroom doors to retain heat. |
| Hot Water | Tank in closet, ~45 min recovery. Short showers if 6 aboard. | If no hot: breaker panel hall, label HWH. |
| Water — Well + Filter | Safe to drink. Low pressure is normal. Don't run washer (none) + showers at once. | Shut-off: crawl access exterior east side. |
| Power | Breaker panel: hall closet. Labelled. 120V. Level 2 EV charger in parking area — NACS + CCS compatible. | Outage: usually short. Lantern in bench. Report to PSE. |
| Wifi | SSID / PW on fridge card + in Airbnb app. Mesh node living room — don't unplug. | Speed 60–120 Mbps typical. Workspace in nook has ethernet. |
| Waste | Septic — no wipes, no grease. Trash weekly Tue pickup. You are responsible for your stay's bag. | Recycle clean only. Dump closed? Use Freeland transfer. |
| Outdoor Shower / Hose | Side of house + deck rinse bucket. For sand / paws / kayaks. | Drain before freeze (Oct–Apr). |
Where you’ll be most of the day. 7 living, 8 kitchen, 2 dining images.
Entry and livingroom with sprawling views of Honeymoon Bay. Cozy nook, woodburning fireplace to remove chill. Morning view from sofa first thing is the reason people book.
No dishwasher — wash as you go. Well stocked: cast iron, sharp knives, french press, pour-over, basics salt/oil. Sharp knives mag-bar, not drawer.
King + Queen + Queen Murphy. Quiet, dark, trees.
Primary, most private. True king with harbor glimpse through trees.
East side, morning light. Blackout curtains, reading lights.
Living area flex. Pull down, pin legs. Ladder in closet. Return upright day use.
1 full bath. Hot water pacing for full crew.
Private staircase to sandy beach, deck above, fenced yard. The reason you chartered.
The waterfront yard area is fully fenced with a gate to keep your pup nearby and out of water without adult supervision. Gate must latch. Steps are steep-ish, handrail on right going down.
On deck above beach. Check burn ban. Keep small, inside ring. No pallets / trash. Extinguish: water, stir.
Sandy with some rock. At low tide very wide. Water cold year round ~50°F. Swim shoes nice.
Close always. Dogs: leash to beach, voice OK if recall is solid. Rinse collars.
Parking, entry, trees — what first-timers miss.
Kayaks, maps, tides, living outside. 9 images.
A private staircase leads down to sandy beach with kayaks and a fire pit on deck above. 2 single sit-on-top, paddles + PFDs in deck box. Leash PFDs on always — cold water.
| Kit | Location |
|---|---|
| PFDs | Deck box • Adult M/L, Youth S if requested — ask host |
| Paddles | Bungeed to rack |
| Whistle / Light | Clipped to PFD — legal req. after dusk, keep close |
| Hose / Bucket | Side house for rinse |
Greenbank + Honeymoon Bay. Short list — you’ll find your own.
No guest access — nearby lake is private. Please do not access from the property or neighboring paths. Refer to county maps for public access points elsewhere on the island.
3 min drive — shop, gallery, pies, trail, marsh. Good coffee. Great for stretching.
Bayview — farm stand, hardware, espresso. Freeland 9 min — groceries, tacos, wine. Coupeville 18 min — front street.
NOAA Greenbank 9447855. Look for 2–3 ft lows for best beach combing. High >9 ft covers lower steps.
Microclimates. West side often clouds earlier. If harbor glassy morning, paddle then — not 3pm.
Eagles daily, herons, otters, deer. Do not feed. Binoculars in window box. Keep dog close for fawns May–July.
