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Located on South Whidbey's Possession Point, Anchors Away offers a tranquil retreat surrounded by nature. Enjoy stunning activities like kayaking, clamming, and crabbing or simply unwind by the fire with a glass of wine while taking in unmatched views from the large beachfront deck.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

Anchor Away, Whidbey Island Beachfront Getaway

One of the best locations on the island, this private beach location on South Whidbey's Possession Point is perfect for experiencing or observing nature. Whether you're fishing, clamming, crabbing, kayaking ,or watching the bald eagles, whales, sea lions and seals, barbequing salmon, boiling crab, or just enjoying a glass of wine by the fire, Anchors Away is likely to be your next favorite getaway.
Originally built in the 1940s on pilings, Anchors Away Whidbey was remodeled in late 2017 and has great charm and unmatched views. This beachfront property features a large beachfront deck, two kayaks and a rowboat (liability waiver required for boat use), well-equipped kitchen, master bedroom with new plush King bed, and smart TV, 3/4 bath downstairs, 1/2 bath upstairs, with a double bedroom (Queen + Full) and single bedroom (Full). Inquire if you have questions.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Maximum 3 vehicles on property. Park on West or North side of house.
Watercraft available with waiver agreement - contact owner if you wish to use rowboat or kayaks.
No outdoor camp fires or fireworks between June 1- Sept 30 or if burn bans are in effect unless exemption is in writing from owner.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: “No pet” policy is strictly enforced.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Clinton, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Callahan's Firehouse and Boeing Future of Flight are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Island Greens Golf and Spoiled Dog Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, or check out an event or a game at Angel of the Winds Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting. Visit our Clinton travel guide
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Map
Clinton, WA

What's nearby

  • Possession Point State Park
    1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Island Greens Golf
    11 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Deer Lake
    13 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Maxwelton Beaches
    14 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Useless Bay
    18 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Everett Station
    60 min drive
  • Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)
    53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell
    53 min drive
  • Starbucks
    55 min drive
  • Grounds Coffee Co.
    57 min drive
  • 7-Eleven
    52 min drive
  • Japanese Gulch
    53 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Anchor Away, Whidbey Island Beachfront Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Anchor Away, Whidbey Island Beachfront Getaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Anchor Away, Whidbey Island Beachfront Getaway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Anchor Away, Whidbey Island Beachfront Getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Anchor Away, Whidbey Island Beachfront Getaway located?

This Clinton holiday home is on the beach, 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Possession Point State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Island Greens Golf and Deer Lake. Maxwelton Beaches and Useless Bay are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Anchor Away, Whidbey Island Beachfront Getaway Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jenny R.

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

Beach time

The location of the property is great. There is wonderful beach access and the large windows allow easy viewing of the sound. The Kitchen is well supplied with pots and pans.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike J.

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

Whidbey Delight

If you are looking for a place to relax, have fun on the beach, boat, fish, crab, grill out, have a fire, play games, hike and have a bald eagle as your neighbor - yup - this location is for you.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D.

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

Well located beachfront house

We loved the location so close to the beach. It was quiet and peaceful, but there was also lots to watch out on the water. We particularly enjoyed watching the lights on the mainland and trains in the distance. The house is well outfitted. We enjoyed our stay and would be happy to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

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

Breathtaking!!

This was perhaps one of my favorite vacation stays EVER. It was a dreamlike setting… we would stand on the beach every morning, watching the sunrise in disbelief. My son kayaked out and set crab traps, and caught several huge ones! I cannot say enough good things, and my words fail to capture the essence of this property. We will be back, guaranteed.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dena G.

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

Back to Nature

My family of 5 adults relaxed at this cozy cabin right on the water. Great for senior citizens with a flat walking access to the beach just steps away from the nice big porch. We loved the very quiet, remote location with tons of nature & animal viewing. Woke up to the sound of eagles & seagulls cheering the morning sun over the water. A seal entertained us daily fishing for clams right in front of the house. Owners were very prompt & friendly in answering questions. House had everything we needed & was very cozy & comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

l1f0reilly

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

Great hideaway!!!

We spent Labor day weekend at this lovely updated vintage cottage. The cottage is very well appointed for every imaginable vacation activity. It has a great use of space; loved the quiet little reading nooks!! My daughter caught her very first fish here (it was released, too small). We were there during a king tide and saw so many fish jumping out of the water. We filled out the boating waivers and my husband took the kids out one at a time in the row boat and they had a blast!!! So much fun!!! Thank you for sharing your home with us!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica R.

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

Fishing and crabbing

Communication with owners were great. Location is secluded. We had so much fun fishing and crabbing. We fished two out of the four days we were there. We caught over a dozen fishes including salmons and released them. We used a 2.5 inch pink buzz bomb lure, switched hook to single barbless hook per regulations. We also caught about 2 dozen red rock crabs and 8 were legal size. We used a foldable crap trap and a crab snare and baited it with fresh cracked clams, herring one day and chicken leg on another day and manually casted it out. Let it soak for 15 minutes. We didn’t experience a bug infestation, saw a mosquito and a fly but it probably entered the house when we arrived the first night. Also it’s best if you arrive before dark as there are no street lights. Overall, it’s a 5 star in our books and would definitely consider going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay at Anchor Away!The home is situated perfectly with gorgeous water views from every room.We loved sitting in the cozy living room by the fireplace enjoying the water.Highly recommend for your next Whidbey Island adventure!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great, slightly older cabin located directly on the Sound. Views are amazing! Wildlife viewing right from the back deck. The cabin has everything visitors could possibly need. Also, a great place to watch the Seahawks win Superbowl 60!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Great Stay

Property was just as advertised. Great communication from the hosts and a lovely stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dan K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice location

Nice location close to Possession Point. Comfortable except there was a bug infestation throughout the residence.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky F.

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

Excellent!

We highly recommend this VRBO. It was extremely clean and everything was exceptionally well stocked. There were even extra bathroom necessities, lots of games and videos (with an old school tv/vcr combo that our teens got a kick out of). The kitchen was very well stocked (including condiments in the fridge). We were hoping to make use of the kayaks, but it was cold and rainy so we never got out on the water. Very nice overall. Thank you for a pleasant experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

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

cozy cabin at the high tide line

This is a really sweet, historic beachfront cabin. It is set up with everything you need to make meals, relax, and enjoy the amazing scenery right outside every window. Hosts are real people, not some vacation rental investment firm. Communication was quick and easy. The location is unbeatable. Seals were a few yards off the beach throughout the day. A group of harbor porpoises cruised past. Eagles, owls, deer, and bunnies gave us something to look at behind the house. There is a good, groomed hiking trail at the state park a couple houses up the beach. You are a quick drive from the ferry dock, grocery store, and restaurants, but will feel very secluded. We started our mornings with coffee, sitting on a driftwood log on the beach and wound down our days with a beer by the beach fire pit. It doesn’t get more authentic PNW than this!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie C.

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

Perfect relaxing beach vacation

Wonderful beach house, cozy, relaxing, with beach and abundant wildlife. Very quiet and peaceful location. We will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany P.

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

Perfect Location and Quiet

The location is amazing and is very quiet. The whole week we were there we probably saw less than 10 people around the area so it is quiet (which is what we wanted). About 15 minutes from the ferry, which you can even see sail from the house. The house is stocked with everything you can need. This place feels more like a home than a rental. We saw tons of rabbits, eagles, deer, and even an otter. And communication with the host was quick. I would think about coming back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Magical get away

We stayed here for a week and it was magical. We loved the quiet calm of the area. Other than the occasional boat passing we only saw other people 3 or 4 times the whole time we were there. We loved that it was right on the water and we often walked along the shoreline looking for rocks and shells. We also loved the deck on the back that faced the water. We had most of our meals outside and enjoyed watching all the different wildlife around us. During our trip, we saw a large assortment of wildlife - orcas, seals, an eagle, a heron, an assortment of other birds, lots of jumping fish, a deer, rabbits, and squirrels. The house is spacious and provided room for everyone to spread out. Overall it was an amazing week and we hope to be able to visit there again someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B.

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

Getaway

Lovely location away from towns. Beautiful beach access and waterway activity. We loved walking the beach. Cozy house is well supplied and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karri H.

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

Refreshing weekend Getaway

Everything was easy and just as described.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

Very relaxing

Great older cottage right on the water. Very comfortable and relaxing. Lots of seal, sea otters, eagle, loons, etc. Lots of fun waking the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

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

Great Getaway

Comfortable house and great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dirk A.

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

Perfect

Wonderful place on the water to make some family memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joseph p.

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

Location, location, location BEAUTIFUL!

Waterfront cottage/cabin simply BEAUTIFUL (and the Christmas tree was a nice touch). Kayak trips in the mornings was very nice. Only 15 minutes from town/groceries, but seems peacefully "away from it all". Very private location. Lots to do on Whidbey Island (hiking etc...). Hosts were VERY quick with communications. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Andy O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location!

This place is sooooo charming! Best sunrise we’ve seen in years, thank you for the opportunity!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matilda W.

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

Anchors away is the place to be

Beach living is the life for me The sea spreadin' out so far and wide. Keep Seattle just give me that shoreline! Location, location!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve Y.

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

Wonderful waterfront getaway!

Our family of 4, including two young kids, had a terrific long weekend here! The beach is great and right there, and the house layout is really nice for grownups getting a little distance from kids now and then. We will definitely be back, thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021