Guidebook for Whidbey Island
Our Favorite Things to Do
Earth Sanctuary is an easy-paced nature reserve with a few small hills. A wonderful place to get back in touch with your inner peace. There is a $7 fee per person requested at the parking area.
For more information visit https://earthsanctuary.org/
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Earth Sanctuary
Earth Sanctuary is an easy-paced nature reserve with a few small hills. A wonderful place to get back in touch with your inner peace. There is a $7 fee per person requested at the parking area.
For more information visit https://earthsanctuary.org/
Price Sculpture Forest is an outdoor collection of sculptures located east of Coupeville. The moderate stroll contain just over a half mile of trails.
Open every day from 8:00am until 7:00pm or sunset. Optional Donations of any amount are gratefully accepted to keep the park maintained.
For more information please visit https://sculptureforest.org/
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Price Sculpture Forest
678 Parker RdPrice Sculpture Forest is an outdoor collection of sculptures located east of Coupeville. The moderate stroll contain just over a half mile of trails.
Open every day from 8:00am until 7:00pm or sunset. Optional Donations of any amount are gratefully accepted to keep the park maintained.
For more information please visit https://sculptureforest.org/
Whidbey Island Kayaking has something for every skill level for kayaks and paddle boards. One hour time-slots available.
Address: 201 Wharf St, Langley, WA 98260
Open everyday 10 - 5 but reservations are required. Call (360) 221-0229 or visit https://www.whidbeyislandkayaking.com/
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Whidbey Island Kayaking
5781 Wharf StWhidbey Island Kayaking has something for every skill level for kayaks and paddle boards. One hour time-slots available.
Address: 201 Wharf St, Langley, WA 98260
Open everyday 10 - 5 but reservations are required. Call (360) 221-0229 or visit https://www.whidbeyislandkayaking.com/
Langley is a quaint little seaside town that you will not want to miss. Small shops, a variety of restaurants and great views. You might even see a whale! Just 12 miles from our location.
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Langley
Langley is a quaint little seaside town that you will not want to miss. Small shops, a variety of restaurants and great views. You might even see a whale! Just 12 miles from our location.
Coupeville is our other quaint little seaside town that you will not want to miss. Small shops, a variety of restaurants and great views. Be sure to take a stroll on historic wharf. Just 14 miles from our location.
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Coupeville Wharf
24 Front St NWCoupeville is our other quaint little seaside town that you will not want to miss. Small shops, a variety of restaurants and great views. Be sure to take a stroll on historic wharf. Just 14 miles from our location.
Trillium Woods is just 1/2 down the road from us, and has many walking trails for ever level of hiking skill.
Address: Pacific Dogwood Drive, Freeland, WA 98249, Greenbank, WA 98253
You can download the forest trail map from their Website: https://www.wclt.org/projects/trillium-community-forest/
Trillium Community Forest
Trillium Woods is just 1/2 down the road from us, and has many walking trails for ever level of hiking skill.
Address: Pacific Dogwood Drive, Freeland, WA 98249, Greenbank, WA 98253
You can download the forest trail map from their Website: https://www.wclt.org/projects/trillium-community-forest/
Bayview Farmers Market is what Whidbey is all about. Open Every Saturday 10 AM to 2 PM thru October
Address: Bayview Community Hall, 5642 Bayview Rd, Langley
For a complete list of markets, farm and flower stands visit https://whidbeyfarmstands.com/
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Bayview Farmers Market
Bayview RoadBayview Farmers Market is what Whidbey is all about. Open Every Saturday 10 AM to 2 PM thru October
Address: Bayview Community Hall, 5642 Bayview Rd, Langley
For a complete list of markets, farm and flower stands visit https://whidbeyfarmstands.com/
Restaurants we'd Recommend
Bubba Burger is a food truck located in Freeland, just 4 miles from our place. A definite must if you're craving an amazing messy burger! BUT they are only open Wed-Sat 11am-3pm
Address: 18273 WA-525, Freeland, WA 98249
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Bubba Burger
18273 WA-525Bubba Burger is a food truck located in Freeland, just 4 miles from our place. A definite must if you're craving an amazing messy burger! BUT they are only open Wed-Sat 11am-3pm
Address: 18273 WA-525, Freeland, WA 98249
Gordon's is our favorite fine dining. Indoor and outdoor seating. Amazing food and the menu changes frequently with Chef's creativeness. If you're looking for a nice dinner out, this would be the place.
Address: 5438 South Woodard Avenue, Freeland, WA 98249
website: www.gordonsonblueberryhill.com
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Gordon's On Blueberry Hill
5438 South Woodard AvenueGordon's is our favorite fine dining. Indoor and outdoor seating. Amazing food and the menu changes frequently with Chef's creativeness. If you're looking for a nice dinner out, this would be the place.
Address: 5438 South Woodard Avenue, Freeland, WA 98249
website: www.gordonsonblueberryhill.com
Absolutely the BEST sandwich's on the island but CALL AHEAD TO ORDER. Wait time can be up to an hour, but definitely worth it! And their little store is well stocked with pantry items, beer and wine!
CALL (360) 222-3623 to order. Menu can be found at https://www.greenbankstore.com/pantry
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Greenbank Pantry & Deli
25175 WA-525Absolutely the BEST sandwich's on the island but CALL AHEAD TO ORDER. Wait time can be up to an hour, but definitely worth it! And their little store is well stocked with pantry items, beer and wine!
CALL (360) 222-3623 to order. Menu can be found at https://www.greenbankstore.com/pantry
The BEST messy Portobello mushroom burger on the island! And other yummy things as well!
Address: 317 Second Street, Langley, WA 98260
Website: https://www.spyhoppub.com/
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Spyhop
317 Second StreetThe BEST messy Portobello mushroom burger on the island! And other yummy things as well!
Address: 317 Second Street, Langley, WA 98260
Website: https://www.spyhoppub.com/
Toby's Tavern is a historic pub located in the heart of Coupeville. A must for anyone looking for a bit of history accompanied by a cold brew. You can order a bowl of Penn Cove's fresh local mussels to eat there, or get a pound-or-two fresh to-go and cook up in our outdoor kitchen!
Address: 8 Front St NE, Coupeville, WA 98239
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Toby's Tavern
8 Front St NEToby's Tavern is a historic pub located in the heart of Coupeville. A must for anyone looking for a bit of history accompanied by a cold brew. You can order a bowl of Penn Cove's fresh local mussels to eat there, or get a pound-or-two fresh to-go and cook up in our outdoor kitchen!
Address: 8 Front St NE, Coupeville, WA 98239
Orchard Kitchen is a one-of-a-kind fine-dining experience, featuring Farm-to-table dining paired with local wines and communal tables.
A bit on the pricey side, so be sure to check out their menu and prices before making a reservation!
Phone: (360) 321-1517 Reservation required.
Website: https://www.orchardkitchen.com/
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Orchard Kitchen
5574 Bayview RdOrchard Kitchen is a one-of-a-kind fine-dining experience, featuring Farm-to-table dining paired with local wines and communal tables.
A bit on the pricey side, so be sure to check out their menu and prices before making a reservation!
Phone: (360) 321-1517 Reservation required.
Website: https://www.orchardkitchen.com/
Great pizza but currently open for take-out only. Their pizzas are a bit on the pricey side, but you're supporting a local family-owned business. Call ahead to order as every pizza is made fresh to order!
Address: 106 1st St, Langley, WA 98260
Hours: 11:30AM–7:30PM except closed Wednesdays
Phone orders (360) 221-3363
Website: www.villagepizzerialangley.com
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Village Pizzeria
106 1st StGreat pizza but currently open for take-out only. Their pizzas are a bit on the pricey side, but you're supporting a local family-owned business. Call ahead to order as every pizza is made fresh to order!
Address: 106 1st St, Langley, WA 98260
Hours: 11:30AM–7:30PM except closed Wednesdays
Phone orders (360) 221-3363
Website: www.villagepizzerialangley.com
Drinks & Nightlife
Great place for local beers and maybe catch some live music!
Address: 112 Anthes Ave, Langley, WA 98260
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Double Bluff Brewing Company
121 Anthes AveGreat place for local beers and maybe catch some live music!
Address: 112 Anthes Ave, Langley, WA 98260
Visit the Tap Room in Bayview for a local beer. They also have a great food menu!
Address: 5603 Bayview Rd, Langley, WA 98260
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Taproom@Bayview Corner
5603 Bayview RdVisit the Tap Room in Bayview for a local beer. They also have a great food menu!
Address: 5603 Bayview Rd, Langley, WA 98260
We LOVE Penn Cove Brewery in the summertime! Local beers and wines, with indoor and outdoor seating. If you're here on a weekend, be sure to catch some live music. They even have Karaoke on Friday nights!
If the weather is nice, bring along a picnic to eat out on the grassy lawn, or "Reasonably Gordon's" food truck is OPEN Wed - Sun from 3-8pm. Brewery OPEN 7-days a week.
Address: 5488 S Freeland Ave, Freeland, WA 98249
Check out their events page for live music dates at: https://www.penncovebrewing.com/events
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Penn Cove Brewery and Taproom
5488 South Freeland AvenueWe LOVE Penn Cove Brewery in the summertime! Local beers and wines, with indoor and outdoor seating. If you're here on a weekend, be sure to catch some live music. They even have Karaoke on Friday nights!
If the weather is nice, bring along a picnic to eat out on the grassy lawn, or "Reasonably Gordon's" food truck is OPEN Wed - Sun from 3-8pm. Brewery OPEN 7-days a week.
Address: 5488 S Freeland Ave, Freeland, WA 98249
Check out their events page for live music dates at: https://www.penncovebrewing.com/events
Whidbey Island Winery is our favorite. Friendly staff and delicious wines. Enjoy a glass of vino along with a cheese nibble outdoors at the picnic tables, and take in the views of their vineyards.
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Whidbey Island Winery
5237 Langley RdWhidbey Island Winery is our favorite. Friendly staff and delicious wines. Enjoy a glass of vino along with a cheese nibble outdoors at the picnic tables, and take in the views of their vineyards.
***PLUS*** a full list of other wineries Whidbey has to offer!
Holmes Harbor Cellars is just a stones-throw away from our property. Just cross over Hwy 525 and turn right on Honeymoon Bay Road for 1.5 miles.
The address is 4591 Honeymoon Bay Rd
Other wineries you'll find on the Island are:
* Comforts of Whidbey, 5219 View Rd, Langley
* Spoiled Dog Winery 5881 Maxwelton Rd, Langley
* Whidbey Island Distillery 3466 Craw Rd, Langley
* Blooms Winery 5511 Freeland Ave, Freeland
* Dancing Fish Vineyards, 1953 Newman Rd, Freeland
* Mutiny Bay Distillery 5490 Cameron Rd, Freeland
* Whidbey Island Distillery, 3466 Craw Rd, Langley
* Hierophant Meadery, 5586 Double Bluff Rd, Freeland
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Holmes Harbor Cellars
4591 S Honeymoon Bay Rd***PLUS*** a full list of other wineries Whidbey has to offer!
Holmes Harbor Cellars is just a stones-throw away from our property. Just cross over Hwy 525 and turn right on Honeymoon Bay Road for 1.5 miles.
The address is 4591 Honeymoon Bay Rd
Other wineries you'll find on the Island are:
* Comforts of Whidbey, 5219 View Rd, Langley
* Spoiled Dog Winery 5881 Maxwelton Rd, Langley
* Whidbey Island Distillery 3466 Craw Rd, Langley
* Blooms Winery 5511 Freeland Ave, Freeland
* Dancing Fish Vineyards, 1953 Newman Rd, Freeland
* Mutiny Bay Distillery 5490 Cameron Rd, Freeland
* Whidbey Island Distillery, 3466 Craw Rd, Langley
* Hierophant Meadery, 5586 Double Bluff Rd, Freeland
Sightseeing
Deception Pass Bridge
North WhidbeyAmazing views and sunsets
Fort Casey is the home of Admiralty Head Lighthouse, which sits 127 feet above the waterway where Puget
Sound meets the Strait of Juan de Fuca. There's also a cliff-side gun battery constructed in the late 1800s, Fort Casey was equipped for defense and used as a training facility up to the mid-1940s. The fort houses a pair of rare 10-inch disappearing guns (cannons).
Picnic & day-use facilities. The park offers 68 unsheltered picnic tables and 1.8 miles of hiking trails.
Address: 1280 Engle Rd, Coupeville, WA 98239
Website: https://www.parks.wa.gov/505/Fort-Casey
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Fort Casey State Park
1280 Engle RdFort Casey is the home of Admiralty Head Lighthouse, which sits 127 feet above the waterway where Puget
Sound meets the Strait of Juan de Fuca. There's also a cliff-side gun battery constructed in the late 1800s, Fort Casey was equipped for defense and used as a training facility up to the mid-1940s. The fort houses a pair of rare 10-inch disappearing guns (cannons).
Picnic & day-use facilities. The park offers 68 unsheltered picnic tables and 1.8 miles of hiking trails.
Address: 1280 Engle Rd, Coupeville, WA 98239
Website: https://www.parks.wa.gov/505/Fort-Casey
Meerkerk Rhododendron Gardens is 53 acres of inspirational woodland gardens and a forest preserve offering over 4 miles of trails to breathe in the serene beauty and nature.
You will find unique specimens of rhododendrons, flowering trees and conifers, and a miniature arboretum known as the "Secret Garden"
Open daily, $5 Admission fee per person. Located at 3531 Meerkerk Lane, Greenbank
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Meerkerk Gardens
3531 Meerkerk LnMeerkerk Rhododendron Gardens is 53 acres of inspirational woodland gardens and a forest preserve offering over 4 miles of trails to breathe in the serene beauty and nature.
You will find unique specimens of rhododendrons, flowering trees and conifers, and a miniature arboretum known as the "Secret Garden"
Open daily, $5 Admission fee per person. Located at 3531 Meerkerk Lane, Greenbank
Shopping
Quite a unique, fun and worldly shop. A little bit of everything, and an amazing glass bead selection!
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Music for the Eyes
314 1st StQuite a unique, fun and worldly shop. A little bit of everything, and an amazing glass bead selection!
The Star Store is a grocery store, AND so much more! If you are in Langley, don't miss this gem. Lots of unique gifts and souvenirs. And a large wine selection as well!
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THE STAR STORE
201 1st StThe Star Store is a grocery store, AND so much more! If you are in Langley, don't miss this gem. Lots of unique gifts and souvenirs. And a large wine selection as well!
Payless foods in Freeland has everything you need for groceries. But, we recommend doing the majority of your grocery shopping on the mainland prior to coming over. "Island prices" can be a bit steep!
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Payless Foods
1609 E Main StPayless foods in Freeland has everything you need for groceries. But, we recommend doing the majority of your grocery shopping on the mainland prior to coming over. "Island prices" can be a bit steep!
This is a fantastic shop for all your Whidbey Island souvenirs! From screen-printed home goods and apparel made in-house to a room filled with local wood slabs for custom projects, they’ve got something to love for everyone!
Address: 8754 WA-525, Clinton, WA 98236
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Madrona Supply Co.
8754 WA-525This is a fantastic shop for all your Whidbey Island souvenirs! From screen-printed home goods and apparel made in-house to a room filled with local wood slabs for custom projects, they’ve got something to love for everyone!
Address: 8754 WA-525, Clinton, WA 98236
Greenbank Farm Wine Shop is just 4 miles north of us. Not only can you do wine tasting and bring back a bottle or two, the farm grounds are a beautiful area just to stroll around!
Address: 765 Wonn Rd A101, Greenbank
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Greenbank Farm Wine Shop
765 Wonn RdGreenbank Farm Wine Shop is just 4 miles north of us. Not only can you do wine tasting and bring back a bottle or two, the farm grounds are a beautiful area just to stroll around!
Address: 765 Wonn Rd A101, Greenbank
A wonderful store featuring 24 dealers with creative ideas and a bountiful selection of furniture, collectibles and decor items. Selection ranges from traditional antiques, vintage, mid century modern and contemporary items with something for every budget.
Address: 1612 E Main St, Freeland, WA 98249
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Mutiny Bay Antiques
1612 E Main StA wonderful store featuring 24 dealers with creative ideas and a bountiful selection of furniture, collectibles and decor items. Selection ranges from traditional antiques, vintage, mid century modern and contemporary items with something for every budget.
Address: 1612 E Main St, Freeland, WA 98249
Getting Around
Whidbey-Seatac Shuttle runs from Whidbey Island to SeaTac Airport -or- Paine Field and back. Great way to avoid traffic and go to the front of the ferry line! Closest stop is 3 miles North at the Greenbank Store.
Website: https://www.seatacshuttle.com/
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Whidbey-Seatac Shuttle & Charter
639 Industrial AveWhidbey-Seatac Shuttle runs from Whidbey Island to SeaTac Airport -or- Paine Field and back. Great way to avoid traffic and go to the front of the ferry line! Closest stop is 3 miles North at the Greenbank Store.
Website: https://www.seatacshuttle.com/
We recommend checking the ferry schedule anytime you are coming to the islands. Always check the alerts for any delays. There are no reservations between Mukilteo and Clinton, and wait times can be long during the summer high season and weekends. Reservations are highly recommended when taking the Port Townsend / Coupeville crossing.
Website and schedules: https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel/washington-state-ferries
Mukilteo Ferry Terminal station
We recommend checking the ferry schedule anytime you are coming to the islands. Always check the alerts for any delays. There are no reservations between Mukilteo and Clinton, and wait times can be long during the summer high season and weekends. Reservations are highly recommended when taking the Port Townsend / Coupeville crossing.
Website and schedules: https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel/washington-state-ferries
Beaches (with Public Access)
A long stretch of sandy beach known for its beautiful low tides, tide pools and clam digging or just strolling along the beach.
Free parking in small lot or along the side of the road. Address is 6378 S Double Bluff Rd, Freeland, WA 98249
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Double Bluff Beach and Off Leash Area
6378 S Double Bluff RdA long stretch of sandy beach known for its beautiful low tides, tide pools and clam digging or just strolling along the beach.
Free parking in small lot or along the side of the road. Address is 6378 S Double Bluff Rd, Freeland, WA 98249
A nearby quiet beach to enjoy a bottle of wine or go to collect fresh mussels.
Google S Hidden Beach Dr, Greenbank, WA 98253 for directions
Hidden Beach
2237 Cranes Landing DrA nearby quiet beach to enjoy a bottle of wine or go to collect fresh mussels.
Google S Hidden Beach Dr, Greenbank, WA 98253 for directions