**Tara Vacation Rentals is taking extra care to leave time between guest stays to disinfect the home due to COVID-19. We are not allowing our homes to turn over the same day to ensure time for proper sanitization** This homey cottage, high on the west facing bank between Freeland and Greenbank is situated on one of the most exceptional spots on Whidbey Island. With panoramic 180 degree Sound and Olympic views and a private stairway(rebuilt in 2020) to 4+ miles of sandy walking beach, the cottage provides an ideal getaway for couples, families and artists seeking solitude and inspiration. Enjoy dramatic sunsets, campfires by the beach, hikes through the nearby old-growth forest in South Whidbey State Park. If that’s not enough there’s also outstanding salmon fishing from the beach, and ...**Tara Vacation Rentals is taking extra care to leave time between guest stays to disinfect the home due to COVID-19. We are not allowing our homes to turn over the same day to ensure time for proper sanitization** This homey cottage, high on the west facing bank between Freeland and Greenbank is situated on one of the most exceptional spots on Whidbey Island. With panoramic 180 degree Sound and Olympic views and a private stairway(rebuilt in 2020) to 4+ miles of sandy walking beach, the cottage provides an ideal getaway for couples, families and artists seeking solitude and inspiration. Enjoy dramatic sunsets, campfires by the beach, hikes through the nearby old-growth forest in South Whidbey State Park. If that’s not enough there’s also outstanding salmon fishing from the beach, and a fine private perch to sit and enjoy a good book while keeping an eye on the shipping lanes. The cottage is nestled in a bald eagle reserve and adjacent to protected tidal lagoons, ensuring both privacy and abundant opportunity for wildlife viewing. A historic fixture on the Island, the cottage was lovingly and meticulously restored in 2000 and features a real wood burning stove**, oak flooring, modern appliances, TV, DVD, CD player, washer/dryer and a rich assortment of games, books and puzzles. When not enjoying the outside activities and views, guests will appreciate the interior paintings and photographs of Bart Rulon, naturalist and renowned local artist. 4 night minimum in July/August “If you would like to book for longer than 2 weeks, please inquire as the system only allows online bookings be made up to 2 weeks, but we welcome longer stay” Additional amenities: Access to beach available, Art Galleries, Boating, CD Player, Clinton Ferry, Coffee Maker, Cookware, Dishes & Utensils, Dogs allowed on case by case, Downtown Coupeville, Downtown Freeland, Downtown Langley, Fort Ebey State Park, Ft. Casey State Park, Full Kitchen, Great Beach for walking & picnic, Greenbank Farms, Historical Sights, Keystone Ferry, Living Room, Near Restaurants, Outdoor table and chairs, Range, Shipping Lanes and Olympic mtns, Swimming, View home, Washer/Dryer, Wood Stove, fishing, hikingPlus