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Birch Bay Beach Cabana - a tiny oasis close to everything at the Bay. Pets OK

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Beach nearby, sun loungers
Spa
Exterior detail

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire chalet

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2210 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Birch Bay Beach Cabana - a tiny oasis close to everything at the Bay. Pets OK

Easy, Breezy & Carefree...small spaces make big smiles.

**No added fees** - What you see is what you pay.

The Cabana is a short walk to the beach and a 10-minute drive to the US/Canada border. The location is convenient for everything this area has to offer. The space is simple, clean, and modern with amenities selected for your convenience. The unit features a 32" TV, electric fireplace, Keurig coffee maker, microwave, and a/c.

While the Cabana does not have a washroom ensuite a full bathroom is just steps away in the main house.

Spectacular views of the Bay, San Juan's & Vancouver Island are waiting for you on the back patio and the world-famous "C" Shoppe is just down the hill. Close to everything Birch Bay offers yet the Cabana is quiet, private, and secluded. A peekaboo view of the bay is available from inside the unit

The well-maintained grounds of the property are open to guests. You may use the back patio where you'll find a grill and fire pit. Sunsets and stargazing on the patio are a highlight.

We offer free bicycle rentals while staying with us. We also offer kayak and SUP rentals which are just $25/each per day including all your paddling gear and free drop off/pick up beachside. There's no better way to experience the bay than on the water and we make it easy. Just show up at the beach and leave the rest to us.

New in 2025! We can arrange for golf cart rentals during your stay. A clean, comfortable and FUN golf cart can be yours for the day or an evening to explore the area (Carts may only be driven in the Birch Bay Golf Cart Zone). These modern golf carts can carry 4, 6 or even 8 passengers. All are street legal and can be driven by anyone with a valid drivers license. It's one of the most fun ways to spend some time here. We bring the golf cart right to your doorstep and from there you are free to go explore, get a bite to eat, enjoy the state park or whatever sounds like fun. When you are done you can drop your cart right in front of the Cabana. Ask your host for more information on availability, cost or to book a Golf Cart during your stay!

Summer is booking up fast! Make your plans to come relax and unwind in beautiful Birch Bay. The sun is out and the place is busy with BBQ's, sandcastle building and old fashioned summertime fun. Enjoy the many community festivals, catch crab or dig for clams. Enjoy great food at a local restaurant or golf at one of several nearby award winning golf courses. Enjoy hiking, biking, or beachcombing. Visit a farmstand or try your luck at the Silver Reef Casino. Whatever you like to do there is something for everyone.

**PLEASE NOTE: While we do not charge any housekeeping fees there is a $35/stay fee for guests with pets (no additional charges for ADA-registered service animals per federal law). This covers dogs or cats (1 only - up to 50lbs) for up to a 5 night stay. Longer pet stays are accepted though additional charges may apply. Please contact us for details.

Please indicate if you are traveling with a pet on your reservation at the time of booking (or by changing your reservation after booking). We make adjustments to the property for guests traveling with pets essential to ensure safety and a pleasant stay for you and your pet. If we are unaware of you bringing a pet it can cause a delay with check-in or not being able to accommodate your pet altogether.

Property manager

John Haslam

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 210 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Please indicate a pet present when booking

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Birch Bay Beach Cabana Blaine
Birch Bay Beach Cabana Private vacation home
Birch Bay Beach Cabana Private vacation home Blaine

About the area

Map
Blaine, WA

What's nearby

  • Birch Bay State Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Birch Bay Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Birch Bay Waterslides - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Semiahmoo Golf & Country Club - 12 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Peace Arch State Park - 14 min drive - 14.7 km

Getting around

  • Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Steamers Espresso - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Drayton Harbor Oyster Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪CJ's Beach House - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Woods Coffee - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Birch Bay Beach Cabana - a tiny oasis close to everything at the Bay. Pets OK pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Birch Bay Beach Cabana - a tiny oasis close to everything at the Bay. Pets OK?

As of Jul 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Birch Bay Beach Cabana - a tiny oasis close to everything at the Bay. Pets OK on Aug 5, 2025 start from CA $128.83, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Birch Bay Beach Cabana - a tiny oasis close to everything at the Bay. Pets OK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Birch Bay Beach Cabana - a tiny oasis close to everything at the Bay. Pets OK?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Birch Bay Beach Cabana - a tiny oasis close to everything at the Bay. Pets OK located?

Situated by the sea, this chalet is within a 10-minute walk of Birch Bay Beach and Birch Bay State Park. Birch Bay Waterslides is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

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Birch Bay Beach Cabana - a tiny oasis close to everything at the Bay. Pets OK Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 30 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My first vrbo, host was accommodating, had a last minute change and was no problem, very clean, you do have to use the main house for bath facilities but easy acess, 2 minor things, there is only one out let for the refrigerator, microwave and Kuerig had to get down and plug in microwave to use, and small night table on both sides of the bed, other than that great time easy to get to, thanks John
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great staycation spot

My partner and I enjoyed this clean, well-decorated cabana. The shower was luxurious, the bed was soft, and host communications were thorough. A cozy space to spend a weekend in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location just south of the Canadian Border

Super easy to find and great little room to stay in!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect last minute New Year's getaway

Property was perfect for my daughter and I to stay for the evening while celebrating New Year's Eve in Birch Bay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rue P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Worked for our needs

The cabana was an excellent choice for a short stay at an affordable price. The property manager provided very detailed information about the rental. If you're looking for a no frills or fuss place this is a great option!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birch Bay Cabana

Very cozy , clean and comfortable cabana .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Plesant stay

Comfortable, cozy, and as described.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cabana was a nice little place to stay the night, and a short walk and got to see a beautiful sunset over the bay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend

Made every effort to make it a comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Su Rim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and cozy

Check in was easy, and the host was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little property

Clean and cute building next to main home. Felt very cozy, could walk down to the main part of town though it was a bit of a walk. Generally quiet though some noise from the main home woke us up in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

KATHLEEN M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Did not stay

Supposedly had a plumbing issue. Had to make other arrangements in a hurry as an emergency.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Escape to a Cabana

John's cabana was just perfect. The location is well-situated to the beach, shopping, and food. The views are amazing from this location. The unit was clean and had everything I needed. I would only add some birch to the seashells. 😉 John is a very hospitable host and very kind. He gave great suggestions for places to eat that did not disappoint. I would stay here again if I am ever up this way! Thank you, John!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

May Stay

Everything was nice. The bed was very comfortable and room was supplied with everything as listed. It was a little inconvenient to leave the room to go to the main house to use bathroom but it was close to the front door. The bathroom was ok for cleanliness and maybe because it was shared with those in the main house. There was a small amount of ants by the microwave and could be because of open sugar in the drawer below microwave. Otherwise overall it was quiet and comfortable, what I was looking for
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lori C.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Don't stay here

This property is very misrepresented. There is no water at all in the place. The bathroom is shared with the male homeowner. His dog is "grumpy", his words. And after investigating more reviews has actually bit a guest twice. There are no views like it says. DO NOT stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ashtyn A.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Don’t

We arrived around 9pm and immediately had problems. We realized the bathroom was in the main house, which was not clear in the listing, and we would not have booked, being two girls. The door to the room is unlocked by a key code, with no deadbolt inside, meaning anyone with the code could walk in at any point. We had issues with the heater not working, and needing extra towels so we messaged the host as listed. The host claims they are reachable until 11pm but there was no response. We didn’t mind since it was close to 10pm, but there was no response in the morning. Another issue arose when we went to shower in the morning. We went in together for safety, but one of us went back to the room to grab something. As the door was shut, with the shower running as someone was showing, the door opened, then quickly closed. It was not one of us who opened the door, but someone else in the house. The host lists that no one uses that bathroom anyway. The door was SHUT with the shower running and the host clearly opened the door and said nothing. During this, there was still no response to previous messages. Next, we received a message regarding there being liquid in the drive way, assuming that it was a bunch of oil. The host suggested parking on cardboard or not in the driveway at all. There was no liquid on the driveway when we arrived. But there was still no response to previous messages. If you are looking to stay here, as two females, don’t.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Meredith G.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

DO NOT STAY HERE

I have never had such an awful experience as I did with this property, and I will never book through VRBO again now that I have experienced what passes for customer support with them. The listing does not make clear that there is NO bathroom, or even a sink, in the guest room. The room could actually be described as more of a shed, and certainly not a "cabana." The bathroom is in the main house next to the shed. The host (John) sent a message through VRBO with the code to get into the main house, but none of my attempts to use it when I arrived were successful, so I had no access to the bathroom. I got to the property at 9:30pm, and when I couldn't get into the house, I attempted to contact John first through VRBO messaging, then by texting his direct number, then by calling his direct number, and then by ringing the doorbell on the main house. I received no response that evening. In the morning I knocked on the door and was let in by some person who wasn't the host, and when I explained that the code wasn't working, she said she had trouble with it the previous night as well. After twelve hours had passed with no response whatsoever from John, I contacted VRBO customer support. They did absolutely nothing to help me. I am shocked and infuriated at the treatment I received from both the host and VRBO. They clearly have no interest in seeking accountability from the people who list on their platform.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reid

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10 and would stay again! Beautiful grounds and kind host! Very clean and safe! Near many activities!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy for us to stay and travel to visit our family in Canada

Just one night great for the money Iit would not let us skip the winery experience. We didn’t use is and don’t drink. Saw the wine refrigerator in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerald S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Was perfect for me

Was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Christine R.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dale W.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cabana

It was clean and a nice place to stay at while visiting family in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Megan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The door to the cabin was open as well as the house, no response. I felt unsaved and left. I went to the Semiahmoo instead, so I spent extra money si I would like to get a refund since I never stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024