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A wooden bench with a metal railing overlooking a body of water, a wooden fence, and a building with the number 107.
A wooden cabin with a sloped roof, two windows, a small porch with a chair, and a grill.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a red sofa and a grey rug.
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A lakeside view with a wooden dock, red chairs, and a forested hill in the background.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Friday Harbor, WA
  • Place, San Juan Islands Museum of Art
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, San Juan Historical Society and Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Whale Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Friday Harbor, WA (FRD)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Friday Harbor

This cabin is located within a mile (2 km) of San Juan Islands Museum of Art and Lafarge Open Space. The cabin includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • San Juan Islands Museum of Art - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lafarge Open Space - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • San Juan Historical Society and Museum - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Whale Museum - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Roche Harbor Marina - 21 min drive - 13.0 miles

Getting around

  • Friday Harbor, WA (FRD) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sweet Retreat & Espresso - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Downriggers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salty Fox Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Island Brewing Company - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Blue Water Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Newly Listed! Cozy Historic Cottage near town!

Newly Listed! This quiet and cozy historic cabin, close to town, is the perfect respite for relaxation. Enjoy bird watching while sitting next to Argyle Lagoon. (SCC)

Step out of the hustle and bustle, and step back in time to true island living. Sawmill Creek Cottage is comfortable and private, but still only one mile from downtown Friday Harbor on San Juan Island. The cottage has Wi-Fi and a Smart TV for those who are so inclined.

The cabin is nestled in its own private yard just feet away from a small bay, with a stream and pond as a boundary. The shared low bank beach on Jackson’s lagoon is a small saltwater bay where you can see blue herons, kingfishers, eagles, the occasional deer or fox, and watch the moon rise bigger than life over the bay at dusk. The tidal water fluctuates, and this property has a partial water view.

The queen bedroom is cozy and comfortable, and the full bathroom is just off of the bedroom. NOTE: if a guest is sleeping on the couch, they will have to walk through the bedroom to access the bathroom.

The secluded yard offers a patio table and barbeque for the summer months. Blackberries are ripe for the picking in early autumn. In the quiet winter months, create a second honeymoon or holiday turkey memories in the snug warm cottage.

Visit Sawmill Creek Cottage and find yourself “on island time”.

1 bed and 1 pullout sofa; 1 bathroom. Sleeps 2 comfortably but can accommodate 4.
**Fireplace seen in pictures is no longer there.
**You do have to walk through the bedroom to get to the bathroom
**Non Smoking
Internet Speed Test Results: Download Speed: 13.5 Mbps--Upload Speed: 16 Mbps -- Ping: 68.3 Ms (Average of three tests taken October 2024)

VR Permit #19995J050
The cabin features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

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Property grounds
The Orca Inn
Friday Harbor
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, 145 reviews
$98 nightly
The price is $109
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
The Orca Inn

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching 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

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

1597-265237

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this cabin?

This cabin is located in Friday Harbor within a short 18-minute walk of San Juan Islands Museum of Art. You'll also find Whale Museum and San Juan Island National Historic Park within a short drive.

Is this cabin next to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

Does this cabin offer breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cabin allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cabin.

How far is the airport from this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Friday Harbor, WA (FRD), which is within a mile. Another top airport is Friday Harbor, WA (FBS-Friday Harbor Sea Plane Base), which is located 1.2 mi away (9-minute drive).

Newly Listed! Cozy Historic Cottage near town! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sabine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is out of a fairy tale. It was amazing! It has everything you need for a home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Siri O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location with beautiful view. Close to town and park. Perfect amenities. We loved being here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bradford L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was a gem! Nice view of the water, cozy interior. Perfect for the business traveler that wants some peace but needs to be close to town. I very much enjoyed my stay and having coffee while watching the eagles in the morning. Very private.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vic U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and cozy cottage. We enjoyed our stay. Would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erika G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and cozy! Very comfortable bed and bedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool place. Clean, quiet and cute. If you are a big human you probably won’t like the bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute cabin near a small bay, short walk or bike from town. Super relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ellen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our week at this lovely cottage. Clean, quiet and close to town without the noise. Nice beach nearby and lots of wildlife if you are patient. Saw lots of birds and a cute fox one morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We travel to San Juan Island often and this will be a great future option for us. We are walkers, so being close to town is important. This place is in a great location, less than a mile straight into Friday Harbor. The place itself is clean and well appointed, albeit on the small side, which was worked fine for us. The main is a tempurpedic...nice! Large yard as nice for sitting outside, bird watching and star gazing. A little red fox lives in the area and greeted us each day which was awesome! The combination of location, quality of the cabin and reasonable pricing make this a great option. We will definitely consider staying here again and highly recommend it for singles/couples.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

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

Quiet little cottage in a great location

My daughter and I stayed for 3 nights and we really enjoyed the cottage. It’s well maintained, it’s in a great location…close town and it is nice and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia M.

Amazing and beautiful place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I like quietness and nature. This place was both - the cabin itself was wonderful. It is perfect for one or two people. Bring coffee. I couldn’t find any. Besides that. Amazing! Loved it. ❤️❤️❤️
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Cozy Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved this little cottage and the view from the dining room window. Great location and everything we needed. Especially loved having the BBQ available. Will return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Evan S.

Nice spot!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cozy spot next to a small bay, nice to sit out back and listen to the birds - herons etc. far enough from town to see the resident fox, but close enough to run to grocery store
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Cozy, clean cabin!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful, cozy cabin with great decor and amenities. Lovely view of the water. Super quiet and excellent stargazing opportunities.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

Great Stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This cottage is a wonderful getaway spot for exploring San Juan Island. Great location, very clean and all the amenities you need to make a rental feel like home. Highly recommend!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Cozy Coastline Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was truly a wonderful stay. If you are trying to truly get away and enjoy the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, I hope you consider staying. I would recommend bringing your bikes and riding into town, driving out to the coast to spot some orca whales, stop by the alpaca farm, and enjoy some food on the waterfront. Great stay and we will certainly be visiting again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

Beautiful Cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I had a beautiful week stay at the Sawmill Creek Cottage! The cherry blossom tree outside the cottage was in bloom and made for a picturesque retreat. I love how close the cottage is to town and to a great beach park! Would highly recommend. It's very clean, comfortable bed and even has a great little fire pit out back :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were debating if we wanted to pay extra for this vs a hotel, but it turned out to be so nice. It was very private, and had a great view of the shore (it looks sideways down the beach so you can't see out to sea, but can see water). No beach access though unfortunately. We stayed here on our honeymoon and it was the perfect size for us. It's within a 15-20 minute walk from downtown Friday harbor, which was nice because we couldn't always get an Uber in time for what we needed. We also saw some fun wildlife. Lots of birds, a few deer, and even a fox that ran through! I was always able to get ahold of management when I needed and they were very helpful.
Some geese out the window
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

Lovely Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is my favorite place to stay in Friday Harbor! I travel to Friday Harbor for work frequently and this little cottage have everything to make my work trips feel like home. The bed is extremely comfortable. The location is perfect (you can walk to the beach or town in 20 minutes or drive in 3-4 minutes!). The house itself is very cozy and there is often wildlife outside in the yard such as deer or the occasional cat. The little kitchen has everything you need to cook your own meals but there are also plenty of delicious restaurants in town. The cottage is always impeccably clean and well maintained. I cannot say enough good things about this little home away from home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was as described except the bushes in the back yard have grown so the lawn is in the shade most of the day and you can only see the small part of the lagoon shown in the photo unless you walk down to the gate that says private property (to nextdoor), from where you can see the rest of the lagoon and the toilet blocks next to the ramp that the Sea Quest bioluminescence kayakers launch from. Yard was too cool to sit out in in the evenings in mid July, as no fires allowed, but the location was great for driving (or walking) into Friday Harbor and it was quiet. The kitchen was impressively stocked for its compact size and the washing machine/dryer was right there too. Bed in bedroom was super comfortable (even for me with a bad back), but 3rd person had to sleep on sofa bed that took up most of the living room when pulled out, and the blinds were translucent (and non-existent in kitchen), so only works if you don't need it dark to sleep late in the mornings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

Wonderful cottage!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I absolutely love this spot. I travel out to Friday Harbor for work and it really feels like my home away home. It has everything you need! It’s within walking distance of town(30min) and walking distance to a wonderful beach/park(15min). The bed is very comfortable. The shower has great pressure and plenty of hot water. The kitchen is well stocked with cookware and every appliance works well. The natural beauty of the property is wonderful and I have often seen deer in the front yard near the water. The beach in front of the cottage is only accessible at low tide but the view is nice and again, there’s a magnificent huge beach just a 15 min walk or 2 min drive. It’s the perfect spot for a solo traveler or a couple. There is even a pullout bed so maybe even 3 would be comfy! Overall, absolutely love this place and will be back soon!