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Reviews of Cozy & Quiet Cabin w/ Natural beauty - Prime Locale on Southern Lopez Island

Cozy & Quiet Cabin w/ Natural beauty - Prime Locale on Southern Lopez Island
Lopez Island, WA

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 48 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joshua C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin Goodness
This cabin was a great time for our family. It was a little hard to find, but the overall experience at the location was one to recommend to others
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jonas R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Management staff needs work!
Place was not clean! We were left one piece of wood for a 4 day stay. Only two laundry pods for a 4 day stay. Called the staff the first day about lack of firewood, they said it says to bring your own. I looked for that after conversation and still couldn't find it. Dish washer still broken. Not all stovetop burners work.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Dec 2023
We apologize if you felt the home was not on par with our cleanliness standards and for any issues you encountered during your stay. We are committed to providing exceptional customer service, and we will follow up with the appropriate parties to ensure our service standards are fully met. We also appreciate our guests' preferences as a means to improve and we have forwarded your comments along to our property management to consider and rectify the issues. We truly hope to have the opportunity to impress you in the future.

8/10 Good

Greta H.

Lopez
Lopez island is so beautiful and our stay was too short
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lora R.

Absolutely beautiful setting
We loved every minute of our time on Lopez Island. The property we stayed in was cozy, nestled in a nature setting. Very quiet area. The only complaint we had, was most of the towels & wash cloths set out for us to use, and the ones in the closet were dirty. The sheets were not clean either. I had to rewash all of them before we could use them. I did leave a review for the VRBO team, but no one has contacted me regarding it. So, I advise you to look at the linens before you use them.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
Thank you for your review, Lora and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience that you have experienced during your stay. Our local operations manager strives to provide every one of our guests with the best vacation possible. We are so sorry if our standards were not met during your time with us. We do hope we will have another chance to better serve you in the future.

6/10 Okay

Carol B., Apple Valley, MN USA

Great location but property is tired
Three of us senior women stayed in April 2023. We were looking for an affordable property in the San Juan Islands and this one fit the bill. Overall, it was adequate for our needs. The location was good, beds were comfy, dining table afforded a place to both eat and play cards. But the handrail going to the loft/bedroom area is rough and two of us ended up with splinters in our hands. The dishwasher soap dispenser still is broken (noted below in a 2021 review). When soap pods are put into the broken dispenser, the door closed and the water turned on, the soap dissolves and runs down the inside of the door, leaving a cement-like residue. Dishes are not getting clean. LIght bulbs everywhere were burned out. We replaced as many as we could with the existing supply. The washer was full of damp sheets and the dryer was full of a gigantic load of sheets and towels. There was a hamper full of damp towels as well. We finished all that laundry during our stay so we could do our own before we checked out. As mentioned by a previous reviewer, the upstairs is very warm. This might be helped if it were possible to use the ceiling fan on the first floor but there was no way to turn it on that we could find. Another previous review mentioned the neighbor's unattractive yard which still exists but is tolerable since, at least, they were not noisy. This house needs a thorough maintenance check and my noted repairs made. It's a good rental property and deserves to be taken better care of.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
Thank you for providing your valuable feedback. We are sorry for any issues you encountered during your stay. Local staff is always available to assist if there are amenities in the home that fall short. We also appreciate our guests' preferences as a means to improve and we have forwarded your comments along to our property management to consider and rectify the issues. We truly hope to have the opportunity to impress you in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Ramona C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very pleasant, quiet, well-equipped retreat in South Lopez
We (initially 4 adults, but in the end just one couple could come) were looking for quiet and fresh, pine-infused air, and found it here in the woods a 20-min drive away from even the comparative calm of what the owner of the Lopez bike (and kayak) rental company called "the industrial north" of Lopez! (besides the ferry, the marina and village with bike rental, grocery store, bookstore, cafe, couple of restaurants--open only weekends or only for take-out, thrift shop and museum). Our phone carrier (T-mobile) couldn't get a signal until we got about to the center of the island (near the school)--which made finding the place a little bit of a challenge, so we were glad to have an approximate printed map, too. But the Internet signal in the "chalet" was easy to access and really strong and we did not feel isolated beyond what we'd sought: we ended up talking to several neighbors about a lost dog, enjoyed a local "Little Library" stand, and were quite near a boat launch and not far from the excellent hiking/nature viewing areas on the southwest side of the island. And at night, a view from the deck of a beautiful dark clear sky startlingly studded with bounteous stars. The well-equipped chalet (games, videos and books, as well as more than ample cooking equipment and washer-dryer) made a spacious but cozy home for the three days we spent there (and wished we could have stayed a week), with its wood-burning stove to take off the day's damp fall chill (but the furnace warmed the place well), comfortable couches and chairs, and views of the surrounding woods, out the large windows. We did find the downstairs bed a little soft and wished for a larger (or additional) dresser for unpacking our clothes and somewhat brighter lamps, and the dishwasher did not work very well. But we felt glad to have the option of it there and were careful to use as little water as possible in the kitchen and bath, as we understand that the island is particularly ecologically fragile. In sum, we highly recommend this property (which we found a bargain compared to places on other San Juan islands) as well as a stay on friendly, quiet Lopez (as we'd read about, other drivers regularly wave when they pass you on the road!)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Rosemary R.

Liked: Cleanliness
1st day we had early morning Ferry !!
Property clean, well supplied with everyday needs W!!ish we could have a water view. We did not get info on where the key was before we left home and internet sevice. We were lodked out. No internet. We found an upstairs window open. Once in we had service and found the early morning email. day before notice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
Hello Rosemary, we are glad you enjoyed your stay, after a spectacular start. We apologize for the misunderstanding concerning the check in information. We hope to host you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good
Enjoyed staying at Chalet on Lopez. Excellent overall but need improvement on the bathroom sink drainage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

4/10 Poor

Sean A., Oak Harbor, Washington, USA

Disliked: Cleanliness
Deep cleaning is necessary
Whoever is responsible for "cleaning" this cabin needs to be replaced immediately. A full review will be sent in a letter directly to the owners, who quite frankly, should be embarassed of the condition of this vacation rental property. I could leave a more detailed review here but will just give the highlights. 1. Dusty everwhere on old plastic plants, shelves, etc. Dead spiders on shelf holding glassware/plasticware above counter! 2. Coffee maker does not work. Oh it turns on but took an hour to make a couple cups. Resorted to using the french press. 3. Some pots and pans very corroded along with tea kettle. Dont use that! 4. It looks like no one has cleaned underneath the couch in several months as you will find thick layers of dust, game pieces, and food particles. Super disgusting. 4. Cobwebs everywhere complimenting the dust 5. The family games are not organized and are missing pieces. Looks like they are just thrown into the coffee table. 6. Bulbs are missing or not working in some light fixtures. 7. Stained coffee mugs and outdated plasticware should all be replaced. Dollar store trip! 8. New updated minimalist deco needed. It looks like someone said....."hey...lets just put this somewhere in the rental!" Perhaps feature local artists and craftsman! 9. I still cant believe that it is noted and appreciated if we start a load of laundry before leaving? Really? Perhaps while the laundry is going you can spend some time really cleaning! I didn't really want to come across mean but I am really dissappointed. I felt you needed an honest opinion. This place could be super awesome for couples and families but you really need to deep clean and have someone maintain this property much better at the very least. Updating deco would be a bonus. We will be back on Lopez again one day but highly unlikely we would consider using this vacation rental in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelley P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a scenic, well equipped chalet
Enjoy the beautiful woods in this well equipped, functional and nicely decorated chalet. Cold filtered water was in the refrigerator when we arrived and so many things were there when we needed them. Beds are comfy and water for showers is nice and hot. It's a little hard to find, especially at night. It was chilly when we got into the house but it's good not to waste heating when nobody is there. You can't beat this rental for scenery and a sense of getting away from it all.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing little getaway
Perfect spot to disconnect from the world! Easy drive to everything on the island. Walking distance to beautiful dock to watch the sunset. Easy to get to. Quiet area. Home had everything we needed and was very comfortable for our family of five.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Mary M.

Nice place in the country
I’m giving this rental 4 stars due to inadequate kitchen. Not enough bigger pots. Enjoyed the outdoor area and the deers Also needs a bigger garbage can outdoor. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
We're happy to see you enjoyed your stay, Mary! Our local operations team has followed up with the owners and will be adding at least one bigger pot to the kitchen. Also, a new trash can has been added.

2/10 Terrible

Pierre-Albert F.

Really disappointed
Low quality of housing and furnitures : bathroom very old tube, kitchen : 1 small frying pan only, wine glass in plastic (please go to ikea) Price too high for that level of quality Must be revamped or decrease the price Awfull neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
We appreciate this guest sharing their experience. We are so happy to hear they enjoyed their stay with us. We appreciate the feedback regarding the cabin and will be sure to pass these comments along to the homeowner for their consideration.

8/10 Good

Mike P.

Rustic Charmer
Great property for a family of four. The Basketball hoop was an added bonus. The little deer around the property add a sense of natural beauty as well. Very comfy and cozy little cabin in the woods on a beautiful island!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Adam'n'Karolyn R.

Quaint but Lacking
The Property was a quaint cabin straight out of the 70's. There were many features we loved. The peaceful surroundings, the roominess of the cabin, and how well stocked the cabin was, from games, puzzles and books to linens, dishes and wood for the outdoor fire pit. The only things that were less than pleasant were the mattresses felt like they were also straight out of the 70's. Several of us woke up with aching hips every morning. The upstairs shower when used would leak into the downstairs laundry room, causing minor flooding on the floor. Lastly there were ants that invaded the kitchen every time a meal was prepared. The price point was very appealing and with a few fixes this could be an ideal property!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
We have looked for a leak and have been unable to find any since this review was published. We will keep an eye out for this. The home has been sprayed for ants, and we do apologize for any inconvenience they caused our guests.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

It was a great space for our family!
The basketball hoop was a hit with our kids! My husband and I spent a lot of time relaxing on the deck and the house was close to most attractions on the Island. Thank you for the relaxing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Rita H.

Peaceful and serene setting!
Really enjoyed the quiet serene setting!! TV was so small we couldn’t really watch it! Great selection of books! Lots of space and washer and dryer, dishwasher great to have!! Will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Ashley C.

Quiet and a nice getaway
We had a wonder stay! The water pressure wasn’t all that great but everything else was awesome! Loved the wood burning fireplace and how cozy this weekend was.loved the basketball court for the kids. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Cozy cabin
Wonderful! We had a great time at the this cozy cabin. Very clean, reasonably priced, great location for a quiet getaway. Loved it and will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

6/10 Okay

Kathy R.

Nice location and layout
Two separate living areas was nice. Needs some updates and bathroom needed a good cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Great cabin in a peaceful corner of Lopez
We had a fantastic time at the cabin, it feels like a big house and a cozy getaway at the same time - short drive to some of the best walks/hikes on the island, and only ~15 minutes to the village. The amenities were great, Vacasa took good care of us and the property - only difficulty was in finding it! Ignore the Lodgepole Ln part of the directions, I don't know why that is mentioned - you keep going on Islandale and the driveway is on the left-hand side, the 2nd of 2 driveways that are very close together.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Dennis C.

Beautiful location. Very nice home.
Our friends stayed here as part of the family wedding event on Lopez and had a great time. Thanks so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

April G., Portland

WOODSY GETAWAY
The property is situated between two other houses and what appears to be a campground in progress. The house itself is very accommodating, with three full beds upstairs, a large couch downstairs, and a queen bed in the master bedroom downstairs. We took the 9am ferry out, thinking that there would be plenty to do on the island prior to checking in, but the main area was so small that we were ready to check in by noon, and had to wait until 4pm. That was a little difficult since we had been up since 4am. But we were able to have late check out, which meant we could take a later ferry and not worry about rushing to clean up, pack up, and rush to the ferry line. There is a dock about 1/4 mile from the property, downhill, that is easy enough to get to from the property, but the return incline is much more difficult. Also, the area next to the dock is not accessible as the beaches are "private property" and thus inaccessible. The house smelled of boiled crab when we arrived, which was very pungent and unpleasant to my housemates, we found the air neutralizer on the day we checked out under the kitchen sink. My housemates were very disturbed by the lack of a television in the living room, and only an 8 inch monitor upstairs to catch up on the news regarding wildfires. This cabin is situated similar to a crowded city, with the neighbors within shouting distance. When I originally booked the reservation, I researched the area and thought that we would be able to walk to the bay easily from the cabin. Unfortunately, there are more houses surrounding the cabin and no way to get to the bay without crossing other people's property, except following the paved road to the boat launch. There are no boat rentals at the closest launch, as I had anticipated, but there are free boats available in the only accessible ramp at the lake in the center of the island for taking a paddled cruise. If you are going for bike riding, this appears to be the island for that. We were hoping to dine out one night, but unfortunately there are very few places to dine in their tiny little Lopez Village, and the prices are as expected...$20 per plate. This particular cabin would be great for a party of bicyclists because it is accommodating for a group, and the incline is minimal getting back to the main road. They even have a grill on the back porch for grilling.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Carl C.

It was great
Really liked the cabin. However, two major complaints. 1) the directions are totally wrong. When we called for help they could not do any better. You had us going on lodgepole lane off of islandale. WRONG! Stay on islandale to the address on the left. 2) we could not get the DVD player to work and there were no instructions. 3) (ok I said two, but I thought of another). We could not get the lockbox unit and key back into its place. We finally left it inside the house and locked the door. I tried to call, but, although someone picked up the phone, no one answered, then they hung up. 4) (ok,again) the BBQ was filthy. I used it, but put aluminum foil over the grill. Now, a question. We were required to haul our garbage out. Yet, part of our bill included cleaning. Why? Isn't that part of cleaning? Pat
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

4/10 Poor

Caitlin M.

Funky!!!
Funky place! Feels like someone recently passed away and someone is trying to make some $ off of the property! Our first time using vrbo! Wouldn't stay here again, dirty windows, super close neighbor, dark location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017