Me & my husband wanted to go somewhere beautiful, quiet and peaceful. This checked all the boxes. No cellphones, no tv, no interruptions. Now we feel recharged and so relaxed. Feeding the deer was a very beautiful experience. We already miss them. We saw seals and a few whales. Meditation was amazing here.

Flying in from Dallas to spend some time in Washington, we were not sure of what to expect staying at Herron Island. We were pleasantly surprised:). The tranquil state of the island, the deer, the bay and the ferry are things we shall cherish from the visit. We learned on day one to pay attention to the ferry schedule because we did not want to miss going to the mainland and likewise returning to the island. Because it was still cold there, we appreciated the wood burning fireplace/stove, which warmed the entire home. The home has a well equipped kitchen and bathroom, and even has a pair of binoculars to look out into the water. If it were warmer, we would have gone canoeing. I can rumble on about this home and Herron island:). Overall a very pleasant stay.

Location location location!! the place was so sweet, just as described in listing . I only wish we could have stayed longer🌺

Definitely more than what we expected. From the amazing view to our new friends, the deers. Super relaxing. A total bliss.

This was great memory making for my children with the deer, even my 13-year-old. I had just messaged my mom that she seems to thinks she is Snow White with the deer. Sure enough, moments later, she said, “I’m living out my Snow White fantasy!” The accommodations are great and it’s right on a beachfront. Who could ask for anything more? 😊

This place is so peaceful! This was the second time staying at this property, and both times, as soon as I get there, I feel instantly at peace.

Very nice relaxing vacation. We enjoyed our stay on the island. The cabin was clean and comfortable. The friendly deer were an amazing experience! Bring apples, they love them.

Mom with some mobility issues, two adult daughters on a getaway trip. This cabin suited us perfectly. Main level bed and bathroom for mom, everything beautifully clean. The deck was where we spent a lot of time since the weather was fine. Lots of birds and animals to identify and enjoy, and the view couldn’t be better. Something for everyone, and everything we needed, with the kayaks and pickleball court nearby, as well as the beach for walks… and the lovely setting for just hanging out together. It was grand.

Everything was perfect, the cabin,deer, views and the people who own cabin on the island were wonderful. They were over the top welcoming. Our hostess and her husband were so caring and kind. We had a fabulous time.

We are two retired ladies, good friends who have traveled together for 20 years. This place was ideal. I took the main cabin; she had the annex. We fed the deer, walked through all the roads on the island, kayaked the full perimeter of the island (my friend's first time in a kayak), and sipped wine on the deck as we watched the sunsets. Such friendly people on this little gem!

We loved our stay at this cabin on Herron Island. The cabin itself is cozy and clean. I have to add the shower and the large refrigerator were impressively SPOT-LESS and if you like to cook there is a great set of knives and cookware. The on-island hostess was great to check in with us via text a few times, but the cabin was well stocked and we never needed anything. The very best thing about this little place is the island itself though. “Serene” is the word we kept using to describe our time sitting at the water’s edge with the binoculars watching for wildlife. Clearly, the animals like it too because we saw seals, otters, herons, osprey, cormorants, bald eagles and two varieties of starfish. And, of course, up at the cabin there were often deer happily hanging out and willing to eat gently from our hands. What we rarely saw were people but when we did they would give a friendly wave and seemed happy to share their special island with us. Taking our time, it was an easy and enjoyable 2 hour walk around the entire island on the beach at low tide. We thought the private beach at the bottom of the steps from this cabin was one of the prettiest on the whole island with some interesting shells and that gorgeous madrona tree growing out over the beach. The weather was perfect during our week there and we fell into the gentle rhythm of the island with our days forming around beach walks at low tide and watching the beautiful sunsets from the deck. If you like action-packed vacays this probably isn’t your place. If you want to remember how to breathe again, you won’t do better anywhere else.

We had a relaxing week and everything was as wonderful as we remembered it. It had been a few years since our last visit, and I appreciated the upgrades since then, especially the grill. As usual, we didn't want to leave. Thanks again.

It’s so much fun staying on the puget sound! We rented both the cabin and anex, and it worked out well giving us ample amount of space but the deck was hands down our favorite place to be!! With nice seating and a large table we spent all day out side visiting , watching the tides and eating.

We loved our stay on Herron island. What a friendly community. We saw whales, eagles, sea lions, right from the back deck. We walked around the island each day during low tide and we saw tons of starfish and clams. We had everything we needed for cooking in the kitchen. The grill was great too. It took our kids awhile to get used to no internet and no tv. But good problems! There is nothing better than sitting on the deck with a glass of whisky, looking at the snow capped mountains while watching whales. I left my heart on Herron Island.

My wife, my 2 children (11 and 9), and I had a wonderful time on Herron Island. The beach home was very cozy with great views. The check-in process was smooth and the ferry was spot on both times we had to use it. The locals were very friendly and helpful. The community park was a great addition to our trip. We played pickle ball each day and the kids also enjoyed the playground. The kayaks and paddleboards were fun activities for all of us. The home also had some good games and movies we were able to enjoy. The water is so calm and peaceful. We saw tons of seals out in the water. Our last full day we finally saw a whale. To our shock, it actually jumped fully out of the water. An awesome experience! The deer were very friendly, though still skittish. Some of them will eat from your hand, but most did not. The cabin was great and we fully recommend it to anyone seeking nature and solitude.

Pure bliss, R-n-R just what the doctor ordered.

It was so peaceful and calm.

Everything was so wonderful! We were very Cozy! Jeanie is amazing! It was nice to have her check in and let us know she's there if needed. The view is awesome in every way! My grandchildren loved it! My 4 yr old grandson said he wasn't leaving. Lol Thank you for the beautiful memories!

Cabins are small and rustic but modern and clean. View is beautiful. Great for a peaceful winter retreat. Stairs to the beach are a bit steep for old legs, but manageable.

What a great place to unplug and relax... Enjoy the nature that surrounds you and share time with family and best friends... Special THANKS, to Donn and Jeannie for being the best hosts.. See you again!!

Very chilly when we were here, but managed to get out at least one day. Otherwise we stayed cozy inside and watched eagles fly by and whales and seals frolic in the water!

Was an amazing getaway, if you think those deer're Photoshopped, think again Saw whales, sea lions, seals, deer, and all night long is the orp orp orp'ing of sea lions Nice accommodations, everything up to modern specs, I loved the great heating unit, but also having an iron stove to burn a fire in Deck and staircase down to the water hafta been seen to believe. Even grill out there for dinner on Puget Sound All in all, with thousands and thousands of great listings on vrbo... we'll be back, was that good

We rented out the cabin and the annex for Thanksgiving weekend and it was lovely. We had a bit of break from rain every day so we can take a walk around the island. I would strongly recommend this. Morning walks are the best! We encountered deers everywhere and with enough given time they would eat the feed out of your hands. Don and Jeanie provides deer feed so took some for every walk. We would definitely come back during summer time or memorial wknd when they have lantern festival and island good sales at community center.

We really enjoyed our stay. The view of the water is spectacular and we were charmed by the impromptu deer visits. Upstairs loft beds are not the most comfortable for adults, but overall we had a wonderful time.

The cabins are small but ample The view is amazing Very comfortable

We had such a wonderful get-away staying four nights. The view of the Sound is wonderful. We walked around the island at low tide, saw dolphins, seals (or sea lions...), fed deer, had wonderful fires each night and snuggled in the cabin as the temperature dropped. The Cabin is very comfortable. It has been equipped surprisingly well for such a small space. The kitchen has been updated since the pictures were taken with beautiful wood countertops. Having a wash/dry unit was nice and our cell coverage was great - didn't miss the internet at all. They have a DVD player with a small selection of movies but no TV which was great for us. Overall - we had a wonderful time and if we visit Heron Island again will be sure to stay here.

We had such a wonderful get-away staying four nights. The view of the Sound is wonderful. We walked around the island at low tide, saw dolphins, seals (or sea lions...), fed deer, had wonderful fires each night and snuggled in the cabin as the temperature dropped. The Cabin is very comfortable. It has been equipped surprisingly well for such a small space. The kitchen has been updated since the pictures were taken with beautiful wood countertops. Having a wash/dry unit was nice and our cell coverage was great - didn't miss the internet at all. They have a DVD player with a small selection of movies but no TV which was great for us. Overall - we had a wonderful time and if we visit Heron Island again will be sure to stay here.

It was easy to arrange online with good communication with the owner and any questions answered. Jeannie, the Island Host, touched bases with us to give instructions on access and anything we might need. Very caring

We are in love with Herron Island and eager to return. Both the house and the annex were well furnished and decorated nicely. Everything was very clean and easy to find. We really enjoyed the beach and kayaks. The island was quiet and had a sense of trust and safety.

Awesome. What can I say? My daughter and grand kids had a great time. Beautiful sunsets, deer in the yard! We went kayaking., paddle boarding. Great fun! You will not be disappointed!

We chose Donn’s two cabins for our long awaited get together with our two daughters and their families, and we are so glad we did! Everyone had a wonderful time, and the setting overlooking the water was beautiful. The cabins were very inviting, comfortable and well stocked. This is just the place to make family memories that will last forever.

I was a bit wary about renting a vacation spot on an island with no stores or shops. But I’m glad I did! This spot is wonderful for those who like quiet walks, reading books with a gorgeous view, or walking along the seashore. We occupied the main cabin and the annex. The kids with us loved the upstairs room in the main cabin. The annex was comfortable for my wife and I. The annex is not air conditioned (the main cabin is), so open all the windows and let the evening air do its job. For outside communications, Verizon worked well at the main cabin, but the connection faded at the annex. But there was plenty to do without the phones. All in all a really great vacation spot