We like to visit San Juan Island off the Washington State coast for quick day trips and overnight stays. You can read more about one of our flying trips there in the post San Juan Island Hopping.On one trip, we rode bicycles from Friday Harbor to Roche Harbor. We passed through some really beautiful country with tranquil forests and lush pastures. We even saw iconic Mona the Camel.
There are lots of places to stay on San Juan Island, but you've got to love a place with a mailbox like this one. As pilots, we thought it was really cleaver.
We haven't stayed here, but anyone with this much creativity must have a unique establishment. The Inn in the Woods is a bed and breakfast establishment. You can check their website or this link for information about availability and reservations.
They have four rooms and are located overlooking Sportsman Lake which is well known for fishing and bird watching. Located in the middle of the island it is a good place to get away from the bustle during the tourist season, but close enough to have easy access to both Friday and Roche Harbor for restaurants and shops, especially if you have a bike. Maybe you can have your cake and eat it too. Well, at least a scrumptious breakfast.
They have four rooms and are located overlooking Sportsman Lake which is well known for fishing and bird watching. Located in the middle of the island it is a good place to get away from the bustle during the tourist season, but close enough to have easy access to both Friday and Roche Harbor for restaurants and shops, especially if you have a bike. Maybe you can have your cake and eat it too. Well, at least a scrumptious breakfast.
So, if you want to get on their mailing list, be sure to send your request via AIR MAIL (just kidding). -- Margy
Sounds like a great place to visit! I would definitely enjoy riding a bicycle around!
ReplyDeleteIt was a fun way to see the island up close. We rode so far we knew we wouldn't make it back before closing time at the rental shop so we called a van cab and got a ride back. - Margy
DeleteWhat fun. Interesting story about Mona too. We've been to San Juan Island - but didn't see Mona - drat. We're off to Lopez Island on Thursday - you should fly on over.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your trip. We won't be back in the area by then. - Margy
DeleteYou all do so many fun things!
ReplyDeleteSometimes I think we do too much, but we've had a wonderful summer up the lake in between all our adventures. - Margy
DeleteThat sounds like a great getaway.
ReplyDeleteThe San Juan Islands have lots of interesting places to visit. The same goes for the Gulf Islands in Canada. - Margy
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