View of Herron Island from ferry dock
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View of Herron Island from ferry dock
'Totem Lodge' cottage
Island's Ferry--a 10 minute ride
View from kitchen
New kitchen!
Living room with wood burning fireplace
Master Bedroom with view
MaBedroom
2nd Bedroom
Lazy Days
Feeding Time! (next door to cottage)
Deer path
Backyard
Deer path
View of Olympic Cascades from North Beach
Winter view of Herron Island from mainland ferry dock
Sunset from the front deck
View of Puget Sound from deck
Sunset
Bald Eagle
Fawn born in May
Guests feeding the deer
- Bedrooms2
- Sleeps4
- 1 Bathroom
13 Reviews of Property 388250 in Lakebay, Washington
Cottage on a Private Island where the deer eat out of your hands!!
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Cottage on a Private Island where the deer eat out of your hands!!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p388250
+1 2538840580
Lakebay
Puget Sound
Quiet island with dirt roads.
Submitted: October 20, 2012
Stayed: August 2012
We arrived at the ferry dock in Lakebay twenty minutes early for the 4pm ferry and missed the ferry by three cars (the ferry holds eleven cars). So we were happy when it came back to get us at 4:30 instead of making us wait until the 5pm scheduled time. The ferry guy walked up to our car to give us our visitor pass and collect our $22. If you want to be out of the car during the ferry ride, you should probably walk on, as we couldn’t open our doors after we loaded.
When we got off the ferry we were surprised to see dirt roads. We found the cabin easily and when we arrived Lyle was there. The DirectTV worked well as did the gas grill, but internet (DSL) didn’t work at all (our Verizon smart phone worked great though). The beds and the couch were comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked with dishes and utensils.
August isn’t the best time to go because the west-facing deck gets pretty hot and we had to keep the curtains closed to try to keep it cooler inside. The swimming beach is very nice and there is a big fire pit there, unfortunately there was a burn ban during our stay. We enjoyed feeding the deer, but had to be very careful walking around because of their leavings. The island was very quiet, so sleeping was easy. Lyle and Gayle were great to work with. They returned our deposit through PayPal within hours of our departure. All in all, a good stay.
When we got off the ferry we were surprised to see dirt roads. We found the cabin easily and when we arrived Lyle was there. The DirectTV worked well as did the gas grill, but internet (DSL) didn’t work at all (our Verizon smart phone worked great though). The beds and the couch were comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked with dishes and utensils.
August isn’t the best time to go because the west-facing deck gets pretty hot and we had to keep the curtains closed to try to keep it cooler inside. The swimming beach is very nice and there is a big fire pit there, unfortunately there was a burn ban during our stay. We enjoyed feeding the deer, but had to be very careful walking around because of their leavings. The island was very quiet, so sleeping was easy. Lyle and Gayle were great to work with. They returned our deposit through PayPal within hours of our departure. All in all, a good stay.
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Lakebay
Puget Sound
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An Experience of a Lifetime
Submitted: September 13, 2011
Stayed: September 2011
We will remember our weekend here as one of quiet solitude and sheer joy of feeding so many deer by hand. To actually get to touch these gorgeous wild creatures was a thrill we won't forget! Thank you for your warm hospitality and sharing your little piece of heaven! We will remember Herron Island always!
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Lakebay
Puget Sound
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Prefect place to 'Bounce Back' from real life
Prefect place to 'Bounce Back' from real life
Submitted: September 13, 2011
Stayed: August 2011
Words cannot express how much we love it here. The island is heavenly. The home you have created here to share with others is amazing. You have thought of absolutely everything. And, probably most importantly, you are wonderful, kind, attentive, and completely unintrusive hosts. We can hardly wait to return!
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Lakebay
Puget Sound
Peace and Quiet Paradise :)
Submitted: August 30, 2011
Stayed: August 2011
I love this place. It was peaceful and quiet. People on the island are really friendly and you can feed the deer by hand. Good for kayaking, fishing, boating, and other water. There is also a playground, basketball courts, and an open field for kids to play. Thank you Lyle and Gayle for our wonderful stay at the cottage house. We will definitely come back next year. You deserve another five stars!!! :)
~Tony and Tiffany Do, Beaverton, Oregon; Huy Do, Portland, Oregon; Mamie Mooney and Zaiya Watts, Maple Valley, Washington
~Tony and Tiffany Do, Beaverton, Oregon; Huy Do, Portland, Oregon; Mamie Mooney and Zaiya Watts, Maple Valley, Washington
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Pet-friendly,
Adventure Seekers,
Tourists without a Car,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
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Lakebay
Puget Sound
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Corner of Paradise
Submitted: August 10, 2011
Stayed: July 2011
Thank you so much for sharing your corner of paradise with us. From the moment we arrived, we knew it was special. The Kids hand-fed deer, played with raccoons and caught fish off the dock...where else could you do all that, while surrounded by the beauty and serenity of this Island! It's a vacation not to be forgotten.
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Lakebay
Puget Sound
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Honeymoon Retreat
Submitted: August 10, 2011
Stayed: July 2011
We had a wonderful time here enjoyine our honeymoon! Thankk you for this wonderful opportunity! The accommodations were superb! We look forward to maybe seeing you guys again in the future!
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Lakebay
Puget Sound
WOW!!!
Submitted: June 28, 2011
Stayed: June 2011
No, really....WOW!!!
Everything they said and so much more. I didn't want to go back to Hawaii.
Mahalo nui Gayle and Lyle!
There are few people or place that can compare.
Everything they said and so much more. I didn't want to go back to Hawaii.
Mahalo nui Gayle and Lyle!
There are few people or place that can compare.
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Girls Getaway,
Tourists without a Car,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
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Lakebay
Puget Sound
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Wonderful Way to spend Family Time
Submitted: June 21, 2011
Stayed: June 2011
We are in Wonderland! What a wonderful way to spend family time. The peace, beeauty, and great place to stay--Thank you Molly B & Family Attleboro, MA
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Lakebay
Puget Sound
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The Perfect Getaway
Submitted: June 21, 2011
Stayed: June 2011
Thank you Gayle & Lyle--this was the perfect getaway to get re-centered and re-focused! I love the peace and solitude! Thank you again--Yvonne, Auburn, WA
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Lakebay
Puget Sound
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
Deer that Surround You
Submitted: June 21, 2011
Stayed: June 2011
Wow, Gayle and Lyle! We love the cabin and how comfortable it is! Added feature is the deck with deer that surround you almost the moment you walk outside to take in the view of the water and tall trees! We'll definitely be back along with extra food for all the deer and wildlife! Valerie T. and family Portland, OR
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