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Studio with a View!!

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Terrace/patio
On the beach
TV
Terrace/patio
TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Ocean view

About this property

Entire place

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

Studio with a View!!

Your perfect romantic getaway awaits at 'Madrona Cove Cottage,' an eclectic vacation rental cottage in Friday Harbor. As soon as you arrive on the island, you'll be surrounded by the natural splendor of the Pacific Northwest and be greeted by this unique abode. Located on the serene San Juan Island, this 1-bath studio features accommodations for 2 and boasts incredible views of the water and local wildlife. Relax on the patio before a quick 5-minute drive into town to dine in coastal style.

Property manager

Thomas

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

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

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Policies

Check-in

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

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Undisclosed pets will result in loss of deposit.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: MAXIMUM CAPACITY OF 2

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 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

Property is also known as

Studio With a View!! Apartment
Studio With a View!! Friday Harbor
Studio With a View!! Apartment Friday Harbor

About the neighborhood

Map
Friday Harbor, WA

What's nearby

  • San Juan Golf & Country Club - 4 min walk
  • San Juan Golf & Tennis Club - 7 min walk
  • San Juan Islands Museum of Art - 4 min drive
  • Whale Museum - 5 min drive
  • San Juan Island National Historic Park - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sweet Retreat & Espresso - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salty Fox Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lopez Islander Tiki Bar - ‬88 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Island Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Vic's Drive Inn - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Studio with a View!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Studio with a View!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Studio with a View!!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Studio with a View!! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Friday Harbor apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of San Juan Golf & Tennis Club, San Juan Islands Museum of Art, and San Juan Historical Society and Museum. Whale Museum and Lafarge Open Space are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Studio with a View!! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely San Juan getaway
This was a beautiful property for our Thanksgiving getaway. The cottage is small, but comfortable. Amazing views to the water through the Madrona trees. Truly, it was just right.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice retreat!
Overall the cabin was good. Some of the things that were inconvenient was that the window directly behind the bed was open and not private. Since there was no head board it felt exposed. We had to cover it ourselves with butcher paper. The TV is a monitor and was right next to the bed making it difficult to watch. Lastly, the Internet was very weak and it made it difficult to stream anything. With that being said it was a nice getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and great location
We loved our long weekend here. This studio is cozy and charming. Very clean and comfortable. We spent our days out exploring but came back in the evenings and sat in the chairs overlooking the cove. Beautiful view. The owner was on-site in the house next door and replaced the coffee pot that a lot of reviews mentioned. Working coffee pot now! Very friendly owner but not intrusive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint with a spectacular view.
My husband and I stayed three days. The property is exactly how it is represented in pictures. We loved it. It is an artist studio converted into a cottage. It had everything we needed in the kitchen. We liked being away from town. It was so quiet and peaceful. Sitting on the lounge chairs staring at the ocean was more relaxing than words can convey.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint cottage
Lovely cottage on water. We enjoyed our stay on Friday Harbor.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ariane C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Romantic
Beautiful and romantic cottage with incredible views. Great place to enjoy coffee with a view. Unique, fun and memorable. A few items need attention such as new coffee maker, a new hair dryer. Overall, a great romantic getaway,
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect view and location
This place is amazing! The location and view would be hard to beat. The space was geat for the two of us and it was very comfortable. Our stay was wonderful and I really wish I was still sitting out by the water watching the boats and seals.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Nick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and peaceful setting!
Beautiful setting! The studio was cute and cozy and almost perfect for our 20th anniversary trip. The view is incredible and easy to enjoy from inside the studio or from the chairs overlooking the bluff. The full front wall of windows, and matching sunburst window behind the window are quite a focal point, but also the reason that I can't give this a full 5 stars. There were no curtains for the front and back windows of the main room. This means that sometime after 4 am when the sun rises the studio fills with sunlight. Had I known I would have brought sheets or something to try and block some of the sun. Sleep past 5am was challenging given the brightness of the light. The lack of curtains also led to a lack of privacy. We knew before going that this was a shared property with a main house just behind, so we expected there to be other people around. However, with the lack of window coverings we had no way to create privacy within that close setting. We had someone weeding just behind the studio one afternoon with a clear view in the back window. We also had a repair person working behind the studio and then come up on our porch and knock on our door to check in with us. With no front curtains and the bed right there...thankfully it wasn't more awkward than it was. Even with the lack of curtains and privacy and the early morning light, we still really enjoyed the studio. The kitchen was well set up, we enjoyed the TV and fun movie collection, and the convenient location was perfect. We would stay again as long as we brought curtains with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
We had a lovely time! The location could not have been better for us. The view was amazing! Some people have complained about the planes, but they were not bothersome to us at all. I would recommend this place and would stay here again. Thank you for sharing this cottage with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great unit in a perfect location
The unit had everything you would need. It was quiet and peaceful and the ocean/bay view stole the show. The location was ideal for getting to any part of the island and for runs into town for groceries or restaurants. We had a problem with a horrible stench coming up from the kitchen sink drain. We texted the numbers we had on hand for the unit and they responded very quickly and corrected the problem.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Anne W.

Great view with average house
The location is stunning. However it is very close to a busy airport and there is a lot of airplane noise. The house itself is very average. Could use better outdoor furniture, clean windows, and non industrial grade bath soap. The toaster didn’t work and the corkscrew was broken. Bed is comfortable and outdoor area is very pleasant except for the noise and furniture.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Fabulous location and view. Beautiful property. Cottage is lovely for a cozy, romantic and chill weekend. This is a studio so for those looking to spend quality time it is great. The cottage shares the lot with another home but there is good separation for privacy.. We would stay here again. Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
Tranquility, peace, and rejuvenation are what we found at this artfully constructed hideaway. Conveniently located close to town yet privately tucked into a cove.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Austin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Madrona Cottage
Fantastic location out of busy Friday Harbor right in the water with lots of wildlife. It was a great location for morning runs followed by a quick drive to the beach or into town. Would certainly recommend to others or revisit.

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage, Serene setting
Enjoyed our week here, even the 2 cool and rainy mornings. The stove kept us comfy, the shower and hot water were good. The WiFi and cell services were good. Views from the cottage and the chairs by the water were beautiful. We did see several seals and lots of birds, including 3 great herons. Directions and and contacts with the owner were very good. Our favorite things, San Juan Bakery, Mayas Whale Watching, Lime Kiln walks, Roche Harbor sculpture garden and British Camp. Would love to come back
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ilsa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Little Cabin
What a beautiful place to sit and stare at the water! We sat in those chairs and watched the full moon rise and eagles fly overhead. Great location for biking into town and various bike tours around the island. Not a lot of room for bikes inside, but when the weather is clear they can be left on the porch without worry. Our one suggestion is for the owners to get a new coffee pot--it took about 2 hours to brew a single pot (we got impatient and boiled water on the stove instead). Bring your own: coffee, sugar, shampoo, extra bath towel Pleasant surprise: 2 XL bathrobes for us to use
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kari C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful secluded space
A beautiful, peace, secluded space to relax in! Clean, comfortable, and exactly as described!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Small but beautiful
We’ve stayed at Madrona Cottage twice and really love the place. House is small but cozy and has great light. The trees and bluff are nice outdoor space. And Thomas was very responsive. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint cottage.
Adorable cottage in a lovely bay. Peaceful, private and cozy. The location is perfect for enjoying Friday Harbor and exploring the island. We enjoyed watching deer, eagles, a river otter and a harbor seal from the deck. I will visit again when I get the chance.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brett K., Golden, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Peaceful Cabin
This is a really beautiful little cabin on an inlet bay. The cabin is right outside of Friday Harbor about a 5 minute drive and truly a peaceful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful!
Very cozy and peaceful. Houses on either side did not have anyone staying in them, so we had complete privacy. Close to everything on the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Property
This was the perfect spot for a getaway. The view was amazing. It’s definitely only meant for two people, but we were comfortable. I would stay again. It is pretty close to the next house over, but no one was there so we felt it was very private.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cristina R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil Getaway
We enjoyed this unique cottage nestled in a Madrona grove overlooking a beautiful cove. We loved the solitude in between our outings around the Island. Bring a couple blankets for the outdoors to put on the chairs and over your laps. We appreciated the recommended sites and eateries!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and Quiet
We enjoyed the quaintness and the quiet of this cottage. The view was absolutely beautiful! We enjoyed our late night sitting at the edge watching the water, the stars, and the full moon rising to the sound of frogs and owls! Awesome!!

4/10 Poor

Peter A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not quite up to standard
For what we paid, we were expecting an overall higher standard than this property delivered. The studio is not as private as the photos suggest; it's in the backyard of another property, with clear sight lines from one to the other. Several dishes were dirty when we arrived, and we had to re-wash them, which leads me to question the hefty cleaning fee we paid as part of the reservation. When we tried to use the grill, the instructions stipulated that we use vegetable oil on the grates, but there was no vegetable oil in the kitchen, so we had to drive into town and buy some. The property is also located near an airport, and we experienced frequent airplane noise during daylight hours. Despite the semi-private beach and the spectacular views, I don't know if we would stay again for what we paid.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021