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Reviews of Holmes Harbor Retreat: Spacious home w view and pet friendly BY Betterstay

Holmes Harbor Retreat: Spacious home w view and pet friendly BY Betterstay
Freeland, Washington

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen T., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous views!
Wonderful house in a peaceful neighborhood. We had deer visiting us daily. Saw eagles flying over the bay. Everything we needed to cook our St Patty's Day dinner. Plenty of space and we had the best weather to enjoy the deck. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeraldine R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family
Enjoyed the peace and quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 27, 2024
Hi Jeraldine! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Hope to have the opportunity to host you again :)

4/10 Poor

Deann H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Family Thanksgiving
Family came in for the holiday. When we went to the house, there were spider webs and spiders over the door on the deck to enter the house. It looked unkept. The house it self is not very comfortable. Ants in the downstairs bedroom and spider/webs in all of the bedroom windows. The full bunk bed was very uncomfortable and the bed itself felt unstable when someone was on the top bunk. Bed should be replaced. Only one towel per guest forced us to do laundry. Fireplace was filthy with ashes all over and the random cabinet door that won’t stay closed was just enough to not recommend this place for future stays. I was disappointed with everything with the exception of the communication. The communication was incredible and very nice people.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 27, 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We apologize for the cleanliness issues and discomfort you experienced. We appreciate your compliments on communication. We'll address the concerns mentioned to improve for future guests.

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
We were looking for a quick trip to Whidbey Island. This house was perfect for us (5 adults). Host was very responsive to any questions. Communication was great! The house has every thing we needed. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 5, 2023
Hi Donna! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Hope to have the opportunity to host you again :)

10/10 Excellent

K A., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable accommodations
Nice get away for a long weekend. Comfortable and amazing views
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 5, 2023
Hi K! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Hope to have the opportunity to host you again :)

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Island Stay
Perfect location and property for family with 2 teens. Loved the views and the deer. Convenient to town. The owners were awesome at communicating. Really could not have asked for anything more. Will stay here again when we return to the island in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 5, 2023
Hi Julie! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Hope to have the opportunity to host you again :)

8/10 Good

Darlene S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Good but needs a few things…more kitchen tools, kitchen towels, plug in half bath,…good ac, comfy beds, need more dishware.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 5, 2023
Hi Darlene! Thank you for your review, we would surely consider having this. We look forward to hosting you again in the future!

10/10 Excellent

Karl Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Worked out great
Had every thing we needed Short drive to kayaking, dog parks, pickle ball etc Grocery store is well stocked Love the resident deer and bunnies
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 5, 2023
Hi Karl! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Hope to have the opportunity to host you again :)

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
we really enjoyed this quiet neighborhood, the view and lots of deer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Great little house with nice balcony in a nice neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 5, 2023
Hi Robert! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Hope to have the opportunity to host you again :)

8/10 Good

Dave E.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Peaceful spot!
Overall, the stay was very peaceful and pleasant. The house is in a quiet neighborhood and from the deck there is a great view. The house was well stocked and the layout was great for our needs. Initially, the cleanliness was an issue but I am grateful for the management helping resolve the situation and work that out with us.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 3, 2023
Hi, Dave! Thank you so much for your valuable feedback. We're happy that you felt peaceful during your stay. We are really sorry about the cleanliness issue but we're thankful for your patience and for allowing us to rectify it. Thanks again for staying with us! :)

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W.

Liked: Cleanliness
February Visit
Well equipped, good natural light and views of Holmes Harbor, great king bed!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 3, 2023
Thank you so much for leaving us a wonderful review, Patrick! :)

10/10 Excellent

Larry W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding home
We loved our Whidbey vacation in this comfortable home. Everything is as advertised by the owner. You’ll love the daily visiting deer. We’ll def be back:)
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 3, 2023
We're happy that you loved your stay with us, Larry! Thanks for this awesome review! :)

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet getaway
Property was as advertised and host communication was great. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 3, 2023
Thank you so much for your review, Suzanne! We really appreciate it! :)

10/10 Excellent

Alan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet stay
My family stayed on the island for a wedding. Check-in was easy. House was clean and exactly what I expected. We all enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 3, 2023
Thank you so much for leaving us a wonderful review, Alan! Glad that you all enjoyed your stay! :)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location on Whidbey Island
This house was in a great location to be able to see all that we wanted to see on the Island. The house had great views of the bay and was very open and inviting. We loved the daily visit of the deer that live in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 3, 2023
Thank you so much for this awesome review!! Glad you guys enjoyed your stay :)

10/10 Excellent

Ji U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for large group
Very clean, spacious and beautiful location/views--exactly as the pictures show. The bunk bed actually has a pull-out trundle bed underneath as well--which was great for us, because our teenagers didn't want to share a bed and everyone got to have their own. The kids also enjoyed all the visiting deer. We would have found a few additional kitchen items--some baking sheets, extra spatula, dish towels, etc.--useful but a great, pleasant stay overall.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 3, 2023
Hi, Ji! We're happy that you enjoyed your stay! Thank you so much for your valuable review! We will take note of your suggestions! :)