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Orcas Island, Forest House #283

Eastsound vacation home with kitchen

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Interior
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Orcas Island, WA
  • Place, Matia Island State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Orcas Island Historical Museum
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Eastsound Beaches
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Eastsound, WA (ESD-Orcas Island)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Eastsound

In Eastsound .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).
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What's nearby

  • Matia Island State Park - 11 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Orcas Island Historical Museum - 15 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Eastsound Beaches - 16 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Darvill's Bookstore - 16 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • North Beach - 17 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Eastsound, WA (ESD-Orcas Island) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Hoppin Brewery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Doe Bay Resort & Retreat - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Brown Bear Baking - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Matia - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Lower Tavern - ‬13 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, Forest House #283

*** This home is people friendly, and not pet friendly. This home does not allow children under 13 due to the deck railings at this home.***

FOREST HOUSE is a wonderfully peaceful home to visit on beautiful Orcas Island, in the San Juan Islands off the coast of Washington State. This one-bedroom home is situated near the north shore of Orcas with distant views toward the Salish Sea surrounding the island. Guests arrive via a one-hour ferry ride from Anacortes, Washington on the mainland. Your visit begins when you get on the ferry and leave your cares behind.

This is the most unique home you will find anywhere in the Islands to rent. It has very unique architecture featuring fine wood interiors, round rooms joined by interior corridors and expansive exterior decks with water views. Look carefully at the pictures for this listing as they tell the story. Romantic, peaceful, charming, comfortable, and your hideaway for the time of your stay.

Featured on King 5 Seattle Evening News when it was known as Hobbit House. Also filmed in a show called Treehouse Masters season 11, Episode 11. Much has changed since then as the owners have lavished their care on this home. New owners are upgrading this summer so that your enjoyment of your visit can be even better.

Unique attributes are the well-equipped kitchen with a four-burner gas stove with oven and a over/under refrigerator with freezer above. Countertops are hand made from wood as are several drawers. Large capacity stacked washer and dryer included for guest use.

The circular living room includes a 55” wall-hung smart TV with Roku featuring Netflix and Prime Video. The under television soundbar and Blue ray DVD player complete the entertainment options. This room also has a comfortable, large sofa and sitting chair, plus easy access to the large outdoor deck environment.

The main bedroom features an excellent king mattress and skylight above for that romantic evening when going to bed. The bedroom is in its own private, separate portion of the home. Reach it from the kitchen via another outdoor deck area. The tower hosts a small studio for painting or yoga on the first floor, and spiral staircase leads to a sleeping loft outfitted with a luxury queen bed.

Then there is the deep soaking tub (accessed via steps) with hand-held shower attachment in its own round room between the living room and the kitchen. Across the hall is a single vanity with a custom sink and toilet together.

As mentioned above, it’s all about the pictures. Because this home has been listed on TripAdvisor for the last 10 years it has over a hundred rave reviews that cannot be transferred to this listing because it is no longer on TripAdvisor. Everyone loves this property. See you on Orcas!

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.

PLEASE NOTE: This home does not allow children under 13 due to the deck railings at this home. This home also has 4 steps to the entrance.

Represented by Northwest Island Escapes, wwwnwislandescapes.com

San Juan County Vacation Rental Permit Number - LANDUSE - 20 -0038

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • 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)

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Orcas Island, Forest House #283 to the airport?

This vacation home is 4.1 mi (13-min drive) away from the Eastsound, WA (ESD-Orcas Island) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Orcas Island, Forest House #283 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Orcas Island, Forest House #283 to the beach?

This vacation home is 3.9 mi (11-min drive) from Crescent Beach and 4.1 mi (13-min drive) from North Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Orcas Island, Forest House #283 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Orcas Island, Forest House #283?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Orcas Island, Forest House #283?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Orcas Island, Forest House #283?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Orcas Island, Forest House #283 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Orcas Island, Forest House #283 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Orcas Island, Forest House #283 to downtown Eastsound?

This vacation home is 3.3 mi away from Eastsound.

Orcas Island, Forest House #283 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

john k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ren T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the place was beautiful and we felt so welcomed! it was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property. We loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hildegard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly unique and fun. Wonderful to be nestled in the woods and yet 15 minutes from dining. Well appointed with room to spread out. Comfy beds, and you must try the tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oksana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The most unique and beautiful place i ever stayed in. I love everything about it. You feel like in fairytale.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful and mystical. Best stocked unit ever. we will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Treehouse experience

Accurately described and showed in person was even more beautiful! Exceptionally quiet and peaceful. Great place for a reset. Well stocked kitchen, easy entry. Soft mattresses and plenty of pillows
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

One of our favorite getaways!

This is the second time I've stayed here with my kids and we love this enchanting location. Some of the personal touches are missing after ownership changed, but it's still a wonderful whimsical place to stay and recoup.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amy v.

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

Magical!

This house is one of a kind amazing! So clean! Only 12 minute drive to Eastsound but feels like a world away. It's worth it just for the view from the deck. The tub is so relaxing. Honestly the whole stay felt zen and spiritual.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful and peaceful retreat in the trees! The Hobbit House is surrounded by towering pines, offering a quiet unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. Through the trees, the ocean views are absolutely stunning — especially at sunrise and sunset. It’s just a short walk down to the water, where we were greeted by a family of deer and watched golden squirrels scurrying about. The sense of calm and connection with nature here is something truly special.The restaurants in Eastsound were also incredible — every meal felt like a treat! Overall, this was a wonderful experience from start to finish. I can’t recommend the Hobbit House highly enough for anyone looking for tranquility, beauty, and a little touch of magic .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

A Magical Place

We had a truly wonderful time at Forest House! The treehouse itself felt magical and we delighted in how quiet and serene the surroundings were. The beds were comfortable, the soaking tub was lovely - we had everything we needed for the weekend. Our only regret was that two nights in this special place were not enough. We hope to come back, and highly recommend to all!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I've never experienced a stay like this and can't wait to go back! Rustic, quaint, simple, but at the same time extremely ornate and unique and classy. SO fun! Take a long long bath with some music and a cocktail :D
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

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

Wonderful stay at the Forest House

We loved our stay at the Orcas Forest House. Peaceful surroundings and wonderful space to spend a few days and relax. The house includes so many fun details to discover and has everything we needed for our stay. Kitchen was well stocked for cooking meals, and having laundry on site was another bonus. Close enough to Eastsound to easily head in for dinner or shopping, but far enough out that you felt secluded. One of the most unique places we've ever stayed, and we would absolutely book again if we are back in the area. Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendra A.

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

A Majestic and Magical Island Adventure

There’s not a really effective way to capture the essence of the treehouse on Orcas Island. We chose it because it looked like a perfect combination of serenity and adventure, and that’s exactly what it was. We adored the deck with the ocean views and spent most of our time out there when we weren’t exploring the island. Naps in the tower and soaks in the amazing tub were also a highlight. The only thing I missed was blinds in the bedroom. Everything else was perfection and then some. This place truly encompassed all the magic we felt on the whole of Orcas Island. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brieanna S.

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

Beautiful Getaway in the Foggy Forest

The Forest House is beautiful everywhere you look. When we woke up it was a foggy morning, with the sun shining through the trees... just perfect. My only regret is that we wanted to explore Orcas, so we didn't have as much time at the Forest House as we would have liked.Bring lots of provisions and stay in for the day to truly enjoy the property. Northwest Vacations was super easy to get ahold of and sent clear communication with check-in and checkout instructions. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryne H.

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

Pictures don’t do it justice !

Out of all of the places that I rented this is the one where the pictures just do not do it justice! The place is amazing and so cool!! It’s much bigger than I thought and more breath taking than we can imagine! All amenities are included , wifi was awesome and such a private stay! If I could give a 10 star I would !! We only stayed a couple of days but you could stay much longer and be happy! The experience and pictures make it so worth it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A truly unique property. Coming from the city, we were dazzled at how quiet the area is day and night. Bathing in the deep tub, with the trees and morning sun, is memorable. The full-service kitchen is functional and surprisingly well-stocked. The property is wonderfully remote; be sure to stock up at the delightful grocery store in Eastsound or bring a mail-order box with meals. Pack some reading materials and also peruse the extensive collection of books and DVDs. Netflix works well on the TV and the wireless router has impressive range. The festive lights on the deck railing are a nice touch!Artists: take advantage of the charcoals and oils near the easel. Many prior renters have gifted their creations and they add to the character of the Forest House.For those of you reading reviews from previous years, there is a note about wall heaters taking time to warm up. Some of them are slow, especially in the two-story house. The portable electric radiators are a great idea and another example of the management being responsive and thoughtful. Several radiators are on site. You will be toasty.The Northwest Vacations staff are very helpful, and my advice is to consider booking directly with them.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025