There's a palpable sense of history and place in this duplex home at the Fort Casey Inn. From the bright and breezy interior to the front porch overlooking Puget Sound, this cottage is a complete and unique Whidbey Island experience.
The Fort Casey Inn dates back to 1909, with its cottages once serving as quarters for non-commissioned officers at neighboring Fort Casey. Today, the adjacent Fort Casey State Park is one of the most beautiful spots to explore on Whidbey Island, with its bunkers and batteries, a lovely lighthouse, driftwood-strewn beaches, and awe-inspiring sunset views of the Olympic Mountains across the water. You can walk to the Coupeville Ferry Dock (which connects to Port Townsend) and drive to the Ebey's Landing Bluff Trail (three miles) and picturesque downtown Coupeville (four miles) in a matter of minutes.
As part of the inn, this two-story home enjoys access to grills and picnic tables on the grounds. If you're traveling with a group, the meeting space at Garrison Hall is even available for gatherings and retreats.
The house is full of old-world charm, from the coffered ceiling in the living room to the black and white tile floors in the kitchen. Bring a glass of wine outside to the front porch at happy hour, prepare a homemade dinner in the eat-in kitchen, and curl up next to the gas fireplace in the living room afterwards. There's no TV here, but there is complimentary WiFi to keep you connected.
You must be 21 years or older to rent this property.