Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm
House in Herron Island, WA
5 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this house rental
Sunset Lagoon Retreat, with guest only Seafood Farm, is located on a private island in the Puget Sound of Washington. Enjoy your own private beach, boat dock, oyster filled lagoon, and spectacular views of the Olympic Mountains, all framed in a different sunset every evening. With the lagoon, dock & beach in your backyard there are unlimited outdoor activities to experience without leaving your retreat. Where else can you relax all day on your own private beach or take a leisurely kayak ride around your island, and then grab some fresh live oysters, clams or mussels for dinner, from your own private lagoon and seafood farm? This is truly a seafood lover’s dream. We have spent so much time and effort making Sunset Lagoon a unique place to live our lives, we decided to make it available for others to enjoy as well. Now you too can enjoy what others only dream of in your own separate 1200 sq. ft. of secured downstairs living area, at the Sunset Lagoon Retreat and guest only Sea Food Farm, with your own private entry and covered deck. Our place is good for couples, solo adventurers, and families. Come experience what you have always dreamed about all year round at your own private island getaway. By the way; if you’ve never chucked an oyster or dug for clams we would be happy to show you how, Just Ask!
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Herron Island, WA
$$$$
Reviews
Summary of reviews
Guests consistently praise the property for its beautiful setting, welcoming hosts Dale and Carol, abundance of shellfish for foraging, and comfortable accommodations. The views, beach access, and outdoor activities like kayaking are highly appreciated.
10.0
This place is so magical and such a unique experience you won’t find elsewhere! My husband and I enjoyed a much needed weekend getaway at this place, where we were able to relax, eat all the oysters, clams, and mussels we could possibly consume, and kayak on the sound. We saw seals and ospreys during our 1.5 hour kayaking journey around the entire island! The space itself was perfect for the two of us, but could definitely accomodate a few more if needed. The views were incredible! We loved being able to look out at the water while eating dinner AND from our bed in the morning! More importantly, Dale and Carol were the best hosts! We don’t often stay at places where the hosts are present, but these two are so sweet, welcoming, and beyond helpful. They were always available when we needed them but also gave us privacy. It was the perfect balance! We will definitely be returning for future getaways. Thanks again, Dale & Carol! :)
10.0
Stop reading this review just book it. The hosts are genuinely amazing people and the property is everything you dream of and more. I honestly couldn't have had a better time and will definitely return and recommend to everyone who will listen.
10.0
Beautiful quiet setting with gracious and helpful hosts.
Appreciated the adventure of the private fish farm and with help from the host, we dug clams, mussels, and oysters.
10.0
Highly recommend this stay to those who want a private getaway with your partner or family! Dale and Carol are friendly and thoughtful hosts. Their place is beautiful, inside and out! The seafood is amazing! The walk to a nearby beach was nice. We also had a couple deer stop by to feed on some carrots we brought with us!
10.0
The property is beautiful. The owners have thought of everything and provided for you. The owners are very friendly and there to help but unobtrusive. The seafood farm experience was great. There were lots of oysters, clams and mussels. Plus the mountain and Puget Sound views create a very relaxing experience. This was one of our best stays ever. If you like the outdoors you will love it. Just note there are 55 steps to the beach and some are steep and occasionally wet.
10.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The setting was beautiful, our hosts, Dale and Carol, were very welcoming and helpful, and the house contained everything we could possibly need. The icing on the cake was being able to harvest clams, mussels, and oysters for our meals. We would highly recommend this place to any of our friends!
10.0
Carol & Dale deserve every bit of their high praise. Genuinely kind and thoughtful people who while respectful of your privacy make their availability and helpfulness clear. We got an oyster shucking lesson from Dale. Their generosity is as abundant as the clams and oysters they tend and offer you freely. Everything you need to know for your stay is in their very organized notebook. The place was much larger than we thought from the images and very clean, comfortable and tasteful. Beautiful setting and huge windows to enjoy it all. Lovely visit. Thank you both so much!
10.0
Our stay in February was more than advertised. Dale and Carol made everything easy and are super friendly. The property was spacious, clean and comfortable. The view is incredible and the shellfish abundant. We walked the whole island in a couple hours and got a sense for the community. Beautiful spot.
10.0
We loved our stay here. So quiet, so peaceful, in a beautiful space. Can’t wait to go back.
10.0
I can’t say enough good things about our stay and experience with Dale and Carol. They are super sweet, graciously generous, amazingly accommodating; always kindly available but not intrusive. Just all around superb hosts.
I wish I could keep this place secret so we can keep it all to ourselves, and protected, but all good things must be shared :) .
The clams, mussels, and oyster farm was 5 Star quality and my wife and I had fun foraging for our night’s dinner. Dale and Carol provided everything you need from instructions on how to forage, recipes, and even provided a few simple ingredients we forgot to pack. The sea bounty at Sunset Cove fed us with memorable meals throughout our weekend, and we could not ask for anything better.
We already booked our next stay!!
Thank you so much, Dale & Carol
10.0
When looking into this place, I had wondered why the Millers had a cumulative average 5.0 from all the reviewers. Now I understand why. Dale and Carol were great, very hospitable, available to help. The place was as advertised, no disappointing surprises. The setting and views were peaceful and pretty. The shellfish were great. We ate butter clams, mussels, and oysters. We also enjoyed seeing and feeding the deer that came onto the lawn in the evening. Our small dogs, 12# and 14# cockapoos, enjoyed the walks and beach. They were too small to take the stairs to the beach, as it is quite steep, but a public path to the beach is nearby. We stayed three nights. We will be back.
10.0
Some of the best people I have ever met in my life, we will make this a two to three time a year trip to there property, Clean , well kept place. And the neighbors were awesome as well. This is a lovely place to take your family. We had the best time for our anniversary. Thank you both you are amazing people.
10.0
I absolutely love this property! So relaxing and yet there are plenty of activities to keep folks busy. Kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing, clamming, beach combing, deer feeding, Orca spotting (yup, we spotted some) and so much more. Not for parties or loud group though. Love the owners.
10.0
This is our family’s favorite place to stay for a relaxing weekend getaway! This is our third time visiting and we always love it here. The view of the Puget Sound is beautiful, home is clean and very comfortable and we love having access to the kayaks and paddle board. It’s a perfect place to unwind in nature. Thanks to Dale and Carol for another lovely weekend. We look forward to visiting again!
10.0
I stayed at the Miller's property for a few days with my four year old. Carole and Dale were ama
10.0
Carol was very helpful in answering all my questions before our stay, and she kept us updated any time the ferry schedule changed. Her and Dale were very welcoming when we arrived and gave us the lay of the land - we immediately felt right at home! There were so many fun activities to choose from - paddle boat, kayaks, row boat, SUPs, exploring the island. My kids especially enjoyed the tree swing, feeding the deer and going to the park! We enjoyed coffee in the quiet mornings, meals on the deck, and beautiful sunsets in the evening. Amazing view of the Sound and mountain range! Dale and Carol showed us how to dig for clams, clean/prepare them, cook them, and even how to shuck oysters! We had a wonderful couple days, and I can’t wait until we can come back!
10.0
This property is a little different because the owners live above the rental. They were a great combination of very helpful and respectful of our privacy. Our daughter and grandkids ages 3 and 5, were there for a short time. It was fun for them but my daughter was concerned about the long stairs and the deep water etc. She didn’t find it restful. Maybe be better for some older children. The beach was very nice and we swam though a little chilly but refreshing. It was in the 90’s a couple of times and the AC was great. The room area is very nice and modern. Very comfortable bed. My husband also did some fishing off the shore. And we tried the shell fish which was fun. Oh and orcas and dolphins were seen off the beach. I definitely would recommend.
10.0
Pictures didn't do it justice!
There were many new beautiful additions to the home decor, very quaint. And the view, OMG! As far as the eye could see. The clam digging was super easy and fun and when the tide was low the beach stretched on forever and revealed many hidden treasures. The deer and fawn grazing just added to the charm.
10.0
10/10 would stay again
Carol and Dale were very kind and showed us how to harvest clams and oysters. They also gave us an onion when we realized we needed one for the clam chowder. They also had a very adorable german shepherd who was so well behaved and gentle. Overall it was a fun experience. 10/10 would stay again.
10.0
Beautiful Views of the Pacific North West
Everything about this place is warm and welcoming. Amazing location, with awesome views of Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains. Even getting there is part of the adventure. Accommodations were extremely clean with a comfortable large bed, recessed lighting, and fireplace to set the mood. Dale and Carol your care and attendance to what we needed made our anniversary weekend something to remember. Thank you so very much! We highly recommend this rental.
10.0
Beautiful Property!
What a perfect place for a little getaway! Dale and Carol are amazing hosts, very friendly and accommodating. The seafood is fun and easy to harvest, not to mention delicious. Even the weather was perfect for us.
10.0
Sunset Lagoon
This place was awesome and Dale and Carol have got to be two of the nicest people Ive met. The island is everything we hoped for, fed Deer by hand, harvested fresh oysters from the lagoon. Very relaxing trip for us. The place is very clean and the backyard and view are amazing
10.0
Relaxing Getaway
Carol & Dale's place has everything you need for a relaxing getaway. The kitchen is well stocked with pots/pans and all the things you might need for cooking. The place is immaculately clean and the view is lovely. We were there during bad a rainy weekend and enjoyed the gas fireplace and hanging out watching movies on the comfortable couch. We look forward to returning during better weather to use the kayaks and paddleboat.
10.0
Couples Retreat
My husband and I needed to get away. Sunset Lagoon was the perfect escape for us. Dale and Carol are delightful hosts and have ensured their guests will have everything they need. We can't wait to come back!
10.0
Relaxing vacation
This is our second time staying at Sunset Lagoon. It's absolutely gorgeous. The owners, Dale and Carol, continue make it a better place for the guests. They added a new swing and light house this year. My son loves the swing very much. The place is always clean. We enjoyed paddle boating and digging clams. If you're oysters and clams lovers, this is a perfect getaway for you. We will definitely come back next year. Thank you Dale & Carol!
10.0
Our favorite getaway spot!
This is our second stay and we absolutely love it here. Dale and Carol go above and beyond to make this a lovely and relaxing vacation getaway. The home is very clean, decorated beautifully, has all the comforts and more amenities than expected. We had a great time feeding the deer, swimming and kayaking. Looking forward to visiting again. Thank you Dale and Carol!
10.0
Owners are A-mazing!
Didn’t have any negative things to say about this property. Kind of want to keep it a secret because it’s so awesome! :D
10.0
Amazing Island Getaway
It was a perfect getaway with lots of outdoor activities. Dale and Carol’s hospitality made it even more special. The lagoon was such a fun experience. We’ll definitely be back!
10.0
Great weekend Getaway
Such a beautiful and cute place to stay! Had everything we needed for a weekend getaway. With better weather a perfect place for clam digging and creating your own clam chowder. Would highly recommend for a couples retreat and fun weekend on the beach!
10.0
Midweek Escape
We caught two perfect weather days in mid March to enjoy this beautiful setting of inlet and Olympic Mountains. Dale and Carol were welcoming and helpful. It was a quiet, peaceful and serene respite. We harvested clams and oysters for our dinner one evening. Bonus was the ferry ride! It was the escape we needed. We will return!
10.0
Wonderful weekend getaway!
Wonderful weekend getaway! We enjoyed the accommodations on an Herron Island. Comfortable beds, great kitchen, and good entertainment. We especially appreciated The ease of access to the water and the use of the kayaks, paddle boat, and paddleboard. We also thoroughly enjoyed just exploring the islands, feeding the deer, and seeing seals, dolphins, and otters. Our hosts were wonderful and we look forward to traveling there again.
10.0
Amazing stay
Our family had the best time. I can’t say enough good things about it. Carol and Dale were so sweet and have thought of everything. The place was immaculate and had the best amenities. We definitely plan to come back.
10.0
Perfect weekend getaway
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Sunset Lagoon. The views and beach access are amazing, and we caught oysters and clams for dinner. The property is really enjoyable and we got really lucky with the weather so we spent most of our time outside, remarkable for a February. Carol and Dale are very nice and helpful, and were really responsive to our questions ahead of time. They were really nice about letting us charge our car overnight, which we very much appreciated. We will definitely be back!
10.0
Quiet oasis
If you need to completely unplug for a few days I recommend staying here. This cute little apartment was perfect for two and I was sad to leave. The oysters are amazing and the clams and mussels were a bonus. Hosts, Dale and Carol are super friendly and helpful. Thank you for the wonderful stay!!
10.0
Beautiful view and clam/oyster feast
We had a wonderful time walking from the south beach to the north beach. Collected clams, mussels and oysters by headlamp on the beach right in front our place! Enjoyed a fire in their outdoor fire pit. Very clean and spacious. Owners are super nice. When the island lost power due to a fallen tree, we had power on within 20 min because they had a generator. They had everything we needed for a perfect weekend! Thank you!
10.0
Gorgeous stay with oysters, clams and mussels
We spent a lovely long weekend here relaxing and enjoying clams, oysters, and mussels we gathered at low tide. A great romantic getaway even in rainy winter.
5.0
Had a great short getaway for the weekend.... perfect place to decompress! Beautiful sunsets
10.0
Quiet and Peaceful
Had a great short getaway for the weekend.... perfect place to decompress! Beautiful sunsets 🌅
10.0
Magical Weekend Getaway
My boyfriend and I had the BEST time staying at the sunset lagoon retreat! Dale and Carole's home was amazing--so much more beautiful than the pictures listed capture. We relaxed and watched cable and ate snacks, walked on the beach, and even got to take the kayaks out while we were there! We saw seals, and even a pod of dolphins! Dale even let us stay at the house later in the day during checkout since we missed our ferry on the way out. We had so much fun staying on Herron island and can't wait to come back to visit. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us Carol and Dale!
10.0
Wonderful stay
We enjoyed the privacy of the property and my husband loved the oysters! The view is wonderful and we would love to experience the summer here.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Herron Island?
The average price for a rental in Herron Island is $316 per night. This rental is $17 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Secret Island Getaway- Private Beach, Boats, Kayaks & guest only Seafood Farm?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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