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Custom Waterfront Home, easy walk to Roche Harbor. Access to Picnic Island.

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong
Marina
Bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8255 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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Friday Harbor, WA
  • Place, Wescott Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, San Juan Islands Sculpture Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Roche Harbor Marina
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Friday Harbor, WA (FRD)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Custom Waterfront Home, easy walk to Roche Harbor. Access to Picnic Island.

Heron House on Westcott Bay – Waterfront living near Roche Harbor

Welcome to picturesque Westcott Bay, a quiet retreat, 5 minutes walk from Roche Harbor Resort, shopping and all marina facilities. Heron House is a dog friendly vacation rental newly constructed in October of 2017…3 minutes walk to Roche Harbor’s dog park. Fly in, boat in, or drive in, you’re never more than 5 minutes walk to the Heron House.

What to do on Westcott Bay? Well, you could walk 50 feet out your back door to the beach, or stroll, on all but the highest tides, to Picnic Island. Use the two fishing kayaks to paddle around the bay, troll a line, or set a crab trap. On the weekend, paddle over to the Westcott Bay Shellfish farm for their famous barbequed oysters. Maybe you’d like to hike the nationally recognized trails … all without having to get in your car! If it’s a stroll you have in mind, walk the 3 mile loop past the sculpture gardens (off leash for dogs), through Roche Harbor Resort itself, stopping briefly at Westcott Bay Cider for a tasting, catch a rare Pokémon at the lighthouse mailbox opposite the old quarry 9 swimming hole, and … you’re back home.

If drive you must, head over to Lime Kiln Point for some orca watching, tide pooling, or having a picnic lunch. You could drive 9 miles into the big city of Friday Harbor for all the amenities of a small town.

Roche Harbor Resort provides the opportunity to book a whale watching trip, join a kayak tour around the north end of Henry Island, or, if you’re lucky…schedule a wedding 

The Heron House is named for the great blue herons that daily stalk the shallows or perch on Picnic Island. Bring your camera for some close up shots of them or the bald eagles that fish in Westcott Bay.

However you enjoy our home, we’re glad you stopped by.

Cheers,

Dave and Sue and Stella-mae
This holiday home's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Wescott Bay. Laundry facilities and an arcade/games room are available. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • Steps from Wescott Bay and 5 minutes on foot from San Juan Islands Sculpture Park
Custom Waterfront Home, easy walk to Roche Harbor. Access to Picnic Island. offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking in or around the house

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Bicycles
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,750 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 - 25

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

We allow up to 3 well trained and well behaved dogs. The dogs must not wander into our neighbor's yards & owners are expected to clean up after them.
Quiet hours are from 10:00pm to 7:00am.
Please remember, we live on an island. Water should not be wasted.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Dogs only with prior approval

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: High chair available, travel bed for babies/toddle

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in or around the house

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
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 Registration Number 16-0015

Custom Waterfront Home, easy walk to Roche Harbor. Access to Picnic Island. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 240 out of 245 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 245 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 245 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 245 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 245 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dave and Sue were amazing and thought of everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in every way
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best get away here! The house exceeded our expectations. We loved walking over to Roche Harbor for dinner and drinks. Perfect stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heron House is a beautiful, comfortable home. We love the location and had a wonderful week on the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Les&Morgan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is in such a perfect location to enjoy the West side of the island! It was clean, well appointed and had very comfortable beds! We hope to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

Nice quiet walkable area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were an extended family with our dog. The home was perfect for birdwatching, walks, and we appreciated the boats and bikes.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was magnificent and very well appointed. Very spacious with bathroom for every bedroom. Lovely host family with great communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very easy and it was pet friendly I.had a tea cup pomeranian she loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding location for a quiet birthday celebration week. The home was perfect with nothing to want but more time! The dining table set up on arrival was totally welcoming and first class. Thanks for your hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Connie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place near Roche Harbor

Within walking distance of the resort and restaurants. Great walking trails and Sculpture garden nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay

Property was clean, perfect place for a family with a dog. We used all the amenities, highly recommend to all
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a fantastic home. Waterfront view with birds,Sea otters ect.. A wonderful location. Clean' well stocked and lots of toys like kayaks. ping pong ect. We had a wonderful stay.Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful House

8 of us stayed for 4 nights and had a comfortable, wonderful time. I have been coming to Roche since the late 90’s and will definitely try to stay here again. The beds were comfortable, the house was clean and beautiful, and we loved the location. My kids especially enjoyed the kayaks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heron House in Roche Harbor

Beautiful home with endless entertainment features. The kitchen is a cooks's dream come true and the bedrooms are well appointed, each with it own private bath.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous stay

This was a wonderful peaceful home that is dog friendly. It was a true joy to stay at this beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful and well-appointed home in a peaceful and lovely, private location. The beds were super comfortable. Towels fresh. We all 6 had plenty of hot water. The home was nice and clean, with simple and sensible check-out instructions. All of us agreed we would stay here again when we come back to SJI. We could not ask for more. Excellent for real!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clayton J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home with a beautiful view

We really enjoyed our stay. Watching the birds from the dining/living room was really great. The beds and baths are all really nice. We would love to stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great birding spot

The Heron House is a great location for viewing shorebirds. We had a lovely wintry vacation, warm and snug by the fireplace.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay near Roche Harbor

Fabulous space for family reunion- loved the house design and view from deck spaces. Comfortable furnishings, bedding and well stocked kitchen. Proximity to Roche harbor excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2nd visit to this great house

Love staying in this house. Spacious home with beautiful views. Lots to do within walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip

We loved our stay at this property. It was in a convenient location to all the attractions we visited. We had a rental car, but we did see the shuttle often so you could use that to get around. The house was comfortable and clean. The views were absolutely amazing and the neighborhood was quiet. I would highly recommend this house to anyone!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

We had a wonderful stay at Heron House! It is such a comfortable, well-equipped home in an incredible location. We are already looking forward to coming back next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend escape

Lovely home with a peaceful view. Great weekend stay for 4 adults. Accommodating and communicative hosts. Would be happy to book another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024