Title: Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=31762527&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard ## Photo gallery for Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard ![Terrace/patio - Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard (Coupeville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31770000/31762600/31762527/e418d6f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets - Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard (Coupeville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31770000/31762600/31762527/30ce9413.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, video games, books - Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard (Coupeville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31770000/31762600/31762527/70ef7440.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard (Coupeville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31770000/31762600/31762527/7d319e38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby - Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard (Coupeville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31770000/31762600/31762527/8e5c52f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Octopus Beach Den, nestled in the heart of Whidbey Island, offers a serene retreat with a patio and lawn perfect for taking in sailboat races and holiday fireworks. Spend your days kayaking or paddleboarding from the nearby community beach and unwind with comfortable furnishings, fireplace, TV, kitchenette with bar seating. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 1 bathroomSleeps 4796 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard Octopus Beach Den Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' Experience the wondrous natural beauty of Whidbey Island at this perfectly located Coupeville escape, the lower garden level of a Northwest-style cabin. You'll have a patio and a grassy lawn right outside your door, as well as spectacular views of sailboat races, holiday fireworks, and the twinkle of city lights across Penn Cove. Wake up to the sun rising over the water each morning, and spend your days kayaking, crabbing, and paddleboarding from the nearby community beach. Return back to comfortable furnishings, a fireplace, a TV, and a kitchenette with bar seating. The shared hot tub is the perfect space to unwind before getting a good night's rest - another great day sits on the horizon! This comfortable property faces eastward, allowing it to receive the warmth of the morning sun. It's a short stroll (or a quick, easy drive downhill) to the community's private beach. This home is also close to the charming shops and restaurants in downtown Coupeville (three miles west), the stunning waterfront hiking trail at Ebey's Landing (five miles west), Fort Casey State Park (six miles south), the ever-popular Whidbey Pies Cafe at Greenbank Farm (nine miles south), and darling downtown Langley (24 miles southeast). RESORT AMENITIES \-Hot tub THINGS TO KNOW This vacation rental includes a kitchenette with a refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and coffee maker - an oven is not included. This property is within walking distance of the private community beach, but there is no direct access or path to the beach right from the home. No parties are allowed on this property. If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle. This rental is located on floor 1. Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page. Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the city centre - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 796 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1668500/1668426/bb3f2332.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Auld Holland Inn Oak Harbor - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 8.2 Very good 1,002 reviews £72 includes taxes & fees 4 Mar - 5 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-04&endDate=2026-03-05&selected=1668426&PinnedHotelID=1668426&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1600/1576/28b1ef64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coachman Inn & Suites Oak Harbor - 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Max of 2\. Weight limit: 20 lbs each. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 19027 ## About the area Located in Coupeville, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Coupeville Wharf and Port Townsend Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Lavender Wind Farm and Meerkerk Rhododendron Gardens. Key City Public Theatre and Centrum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Coupeville travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Coupeville.dx93037) [View more Holiday homes in Coupeville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Coupeville-Private-Holiday-Homes.d93037-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C48.21988%2C-122.62891&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hu8aVGdDQ1Ry_ViKtMMa92lqaAc=) Coupeville, WA ### What's nearby - ![Whidbey Island, Washington](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/93037/60e5f1ed-beec-496d-9bf7-bf5796c0eab4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fort Casey State Park 6 min drive \- 4.0 miles - ![Admiralty Head Lighthouse at sunset. Enjoying clear days before winter!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/105317/e9947678-eb76-4348-b02f-362cdf6c4a1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fort Casey 7 min drive \- 3.9 miles - ![The Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve in Washington State](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558657067/fc030ef7-dbd0-4bde-b4db-5b2692e17cf6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve 8 min drive \- 5.5 miles - ![So much rock variety at the beach.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6093327/1e1409c7-3d05-4e68-8ad0-95345288cfc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fort Ebey State Park 9 min drive \- 6.6 miles - Patmore Park 5 min drive \- 2.7 miles ### Getting around - Stanwood Station 84 min drive - Lopez Island, WA (LPS) 138 min drive ### Restaurants - Starbucks 19 min drive - Wendy's 19 min drive - Burger King 19 min drive - MOD Pizza 19 min drive - Whidbey Coffee 19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard? ### What time is check-in at Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard? ### What time is check-out at Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard? ### Where is Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming dog-friendly retreat near beach with hot tub & large yard Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 24 8 - Good 23 6 - Okay 8 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 6 ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen 20 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Wonderful place to stay. Good layout and very comfortable bed. Easy short walk to community beach! We look forward to staying here again. ##### Karen Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 8/10 Good #### JOHN M. 12 Oct 2024 #### Nice view and area All the deer and other creatures walking around. ##### JOHN M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lesley W. 21 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Happy octopus vibes Great location for our family. Quiet, well appointed unit. Clean and comfortable. ##### Lesley W. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### JOHN 11 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Good location and views. It is a downstairs apartment and would be noisy if upstairs is occupied (which it was for one of the nights) as evidenced by the guest book comments. ##### JOHN Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tyler S. 18 Nov 2023 #### Great Stay on Whidbey Island Wonderful location to check. Really clean, they changed out the hot tub water while we were there and it wasn’t even out of service, nice 102 temp by evening. Overall very pleased. ##### Tyler S. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Elgin P. 20 Oct 2023 #### Lovely setting, garden and view. Interior a bit dated. Upper unit had guest with very heavy feet.... The setting and view. ##### Elgin P. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Karen U. 2 Nov 2023 #### Good but loud Comfortable bed. Cute space. Great view and hot tub and lots of games. Nice location ##### Karen U. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa S. 28 Dec 2023 #### Cozy lodging for a small family Very comfy bed in a clean basement apartment. Our 3 year old slept on the pullout single bed. We enjoyed spending Christmas in Coupeville with my best friend and her family. ##### Melissa S. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Jill R. 19 Jun 2024 #### Charming stay I so wanted to give this place a 5 star rating. Staff addressed every problem immediately. Very impressed!! Loved the location . Down fall , no heat in the bedroom our electric kept turning off. Since the braker is in the upstairs apt, we had to wait for someone to turn it back on. You can hear the guest above you walking around. Kids sounded as if they were playing football one night. All that said, I would still stay here again but I would request an upstairs unit nxt time. We still had a beautiful time in Washington. Very blessed. JR ##### Jill R. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael 25 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautiful location ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jim B. 9 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location the only issue parking tough. ##### Jim B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ron A. 28 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Winter escape Nice spot, nice winter price. ##### Ron A. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Laura F. 21 Sept 2023 #### Good retreat Peaceful property, hot tub, ocean views ##### Laura F. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Carol H. 12 Jan 2023 #### Octopus Beach Den The view is good! ##### Carol H. ### 8/10 Good #### Laura 18 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Other than the sounds overhead from the upstairs suite this property is peaceful and serene. ##### Laura Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Caroline 21 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The accommodation it’s self was amazing, I stayed in the basement, the only issue is there was no sound proofing for the Floor upstairs you can here Every foot step. I would satay agin but i would chose upstairs instead ##### Caroline Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sarah C. 24 Dec 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy #### Loud/dirty/no privacy The upstairs guests could be heard throughout my 48 hour stay, the property is outdated and dirty. There were empty water bottles left from the previous guests and candy wrappers on the floor. Advertised as 2 beds but there is one king bed, a trundle bed in the closet and a 30 year old filthy fold out couch that didn’t fold out. If I knew this was a shared house I would definitely not have booked this property. I would not stay here again. ##### Sarah C. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Melanie D. 15 Nov 2023 Liked: Location Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in #### Better places to stay This basement 1 bedroom, can be a great place to stay, if the it were cleaned properly. When we arrived, we noticed the comforter was not clean, so we pulled back the sheets. They were dirty, went to replace them, but the next set had blood stains, we continued to look, finally found a clean set. We made the bed and bought a new comforter. The blue couch pictured is awful smelling. We placed sheets on it and did not sit on it. Don’t look up, we did and were surprised to see not just 1 or 2 dead bugs in the light fixture but a dozen. The hot tub did not look safe to use, very cloudy and strong smell of bleach. We were discouraged by this unit but hope this review finds the right set of eyes to address the cleanliness of this unit. It can be so cute, if cleaned and smelled better. There are better places to stay. ##### Melanie D. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Jennifer V. 5 Mar 2019 #### Unable to enter upon arrival. Trouble parking.No heat or ac control. Very loud. We left a day early. The walls are paper thin. And the 14 person rental above was up until 3am both nights we were there. I don't blame them. Do not rent octopus den unless you are also willing to stay up with your neighbors. You do not control the heat and your quality of sleep. The first night we were boiled and the second night we froze. Also the driveway is meant to fit 4 cars for the rental property, but we found that we couldn't do so without double parking a car. When we arrived the door code worked. But the deadbolt above it was locked. So we had to wait 20 minutes for the house keeper to arrive and let us into the space. Overall I can tell the owner is doing everything possible to make the octopus den a cozy couple getaway.. new fridge and new dining table. But without resolving the heating, parking, and sound problems, I'm not sure I could recommend this "separate" lower space in the house to anyone. ##### Jennifer V. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Shannon 2 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, communication The booking being occupied when we arrived. After we entered the unit, we found other people's possessions and were soon followed in by the owner of these possessions. He said he had a confirmed reservation for the property and spoke with the owners when he arrived. We spent over an hour on the phone talking to Vacasa. It turns out the tenants who were renting the main house had occupied the basement unit that we had reserved, since there is a staircase that connects them. We were told that once we enter the unit we could lock the door to the stairs that went upstairs, but we couldn't because we didn't have the key. About an hour later some people arrived to clean the unit, and they told us that the key was in the main house. So even if the upstairs tenants hadn't entered the unit that night and taken it over, they could have entered it any time during our stay. This was incredibly distressing, and is a safety issue. This situation could have easily become hostile dangerous, the tenants were outside and saw us enter the unit, and immediately followed us in and confusion ensued regarding the booking. The host refunded some of the fees, I requested one of the nights be refunded due to the safety issue and the impact on our stay. They ignored my texts ever since. I tried Expedia, since that's how I found the property, but I was told they couldn't help because I didn't contact them within 24 hours, even though I contacted Vacasa since they were the number listed on the booking. ##### Shannon This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Shannon L. 16 Dec 2022 #### Safety and security issue with a lackluster response. The booking being occupied when we arrived at check in. After we entered the unit, we found other people's possessions and were soon followed in by the owner of these possessions. He said he had a confirmed reservation for the property and spoke with the owners when he arrived. We spent over an hour on the phone talking to Vacasa. It turns out the tenants who were renting the main house had occupied the basement unit that we had reserved, since there is a staircase that connects them. There was a significant delay while this was sorted out. We were told that once we enter the unit we could lock the door to the stairs that went upstairs, but we couldn't because we didn't have the key. About an hour later some people arrived to clean the unit, and they told us that the key was in the main house. So even if the upstairs tenants hadn't entered the unit that night and taken it over, they could have entered it any time during our stay. This was incredibly distressing, and is a safety issue. This situation could have easily become hostile dangerous, the tenants were outside and saw us enter the unit, and immediately followed us in and confusion ensued regarding the booking. The host refunded some of the fees, but I requested that one of the nights be refunded due to the safety issue and the significant impact on our stay. They have ignored my texts ever since. I tried seeking help from Expedia, since that's how I found the property, but I was told they couldn't help because I didn't contact them within 24 hours. I assumed contacting Vacasa was sufficient, since they're who expedia goes through, but I was wrong. I tried contacting Vacasa again about all this and got an email saying they would "forward it to their local manager." Overall the clear lack of concern for our safety and our experience overshadowed the entire experience. ##### Shannon L. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Maggie E. 21 Dec 2022 #### Pretty but horrible acoustics Our first night was awful. My husband was sick. The people upstairs paced all night. You could hear everything. I had to finally go upstairs around midnight. Parking is also a little sketchy. Especially when cleaning crew pulls in and blocks you. Gravel walkway treacherous when it is raining. The unit is darling. Location beautiful. But the noise level would prevent me from ever returning. I actually would like a refund of some type. ##### Maggie E. This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Noah J. 20 Sept 2022 #### Would rent again! Easy and peaceful. All the amenities you need and felt like no one was there. Will definitely come again ##### Noah J. This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandon F. 12 Sept 2022 #### Very nice stay! Secluded and beautiful little stay in the Octopus den! We lucked out as I believe we were the only couple renting in the property so it was a very nice stay. Had the jacuzzi to our selves and no noise above us. Recommend captain whidbey for dinner, beautiful little restaurant! ##### Brandon F. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Svend L., Port Angeles 31 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet peaceful and relaxing Quiet peaceful and relaxing ##### Svend L. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ---