My 8 year old son and I had a great experience here. We booked a one-hour horseback ride, but we…read moreended up getting an hour and half because they told us there was a group of wedding guests (this place does weddings) that had taken over the intended route with a post-wedding picnic, and they wanted us to have a more secluded experience. They gave us two wranglers for just the two of us, and both were knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly. It's worth noting that the prices here are better than the other horseback riding outfit I'm aware of on the island that runs rides in Moran State Park. They don't actually seem to get a lot of business, even on mid-summer weekends -- which means that if you go with them you may well get a private tour like we did (hope they stay in business though!).

We went for a 2 hour ride yesterday and the experience was so positive I'm compelled to post here…read more I highly recommend these folks. Most importantly the care and consideration for the animals is obvious - from the kind of shoes they wear to how they introduce you to the animal. The grounds were impeccabley kept and a sprawling private experience. And the guide was born on the islands with a wonderful local perspective. I'm confident you'll feel good about going riding here. They were a little more money but well worth it.

The word is quaint. Yes, it's a cliche, but it's accurate. The staff at the front desk is super…read morehelpful, I believe we were helped by someone named Pluto, who was very patient with us . . . We had two little kids that were obsessed with the candy bowls, and my wife's elderly (we are of Indian origin) parents who . . . let's just say, they had a lot of interesting questions. The rooms were really nice...very clean and spacious. This place accommodates dogs. Let me rephrase, they welcome dogs. They had a cot for each of our dogs to sleep in, treats, poop bags, and a coupon for the neighborhood pet shop. I think it says a lot about a place when they welcome dogs with such open arms. Outlook Inn is also situated near the downtown area and is walking distance from some nice shops and restaurants. This doesn't count towards this rating but Orcas island was beautiful. I highly recommend you visit and stay at Outlook Inn, especially if you have a dog.

We enjoyed a little family getaway here! They've got pet-friendly rooms so it was perfect for us…read more Upon arrival, they had a little corner set up for our dog...dog bed, towels, and a treat bag! It was so cute!! It was an easy check in, friendly staff. The bay view suits are a pretty good size and the bed was comfy! The little kitchenette was handy to have, and was stocked with the basics. Great views and so close to everything. There are many stores and restaurants close by that are easy to walk to. The only little complaint we had was that the shower water could've been hotter. But other than that, it was an amazing stay! We will definitely be coming back to stay here!!

We stayed in the Madrona cabin which is the most private, secluded option. We loved having our own…read morehot tub and fire pit. The general store was well-stocked, Cameron at the front desk was helpful and friendly, and we loved being able to rent kayaks right on-property. Went at the end of April/early May and no issues with noise or crowdedness.

Cabins are very rustic, not very comfortable and yet they charge premium rates. "Deluxe" cabins…read morehave horrible mattresses, the dishes are usually not clean, knives are dull, and good luck trying to find a decent pot or pan to cook with. The resort has been steadily going down hill for years now. The road on the beach has eroded so badly that it seems it will just slip into the sea. Maintenance is just not happening and complaints are blatantly ignored. This once was a wonderful place to stay but sadly it is absolutely not worth the money anymore.

Amazing views and ambiance, wonderful for kids, and the wines are great. A great way to spend a day…read moreoutside on Orcas

Great tasking experience at the winery today! The person pouring was very knowledgeable and kind…read more The vibe of the whole property was lovely, would love to see it in the summer! Blankets and parasols being provided was a nice touch. All 3 of the wines we tried were tasty! Will definitely visit again. Bonus: dog friendly!

It was closed on Saturday 8/1/26 at 3pm when we stopped by. Everything was roped off. Construction?…read moreClosed? Website does not mention the tasting room or hours. Phone is a message directing you to website. Recommend calling before stopping by. Unable to rate the cheese.

Such a cute cheese shop! I've gotten a couple charcuterie boards here for a party, and wine and…read morecheese pairing event, and come by to sit out on the patio to share a bottle of wine and cheese board . Every experience at Appel Farms has gone above expectations! The owner is so sweet and provides great service, the cheese is always delicious, and the inside and outside are great spots for a little gathering. A hidden gem of Whatcom County

A very enjoyable experience! Full disclosure, I live on the mainland and have been coming up to…read moreRosario since I was a kid (over 60+ years). And, yes, without going into detail, it's much different than it was before. No, it's not a resort per-se, but more like an Airbnb, where it's about the room itself (which was very nice, clean, etc), the setting (phenomenal!) with an incredible view and a deck to take it all in. There's places to go for little walks, and if you wanted to go on a longer hike, Moran State Park is nearby. The resort's customer service was exceptional, I wish all hotels had such good service! I've eaten at one of the restaurants which was quite good.

We arrived at Rosario Resort for a four-night stay, booked in advance and supported by a confirmed…read morereservation, only to discover that the resort had no record of the first night of our booking. The resort had failed to honor our reservation, leaving my wife, me, and our two children (both under 10) without accommodation at midnight on an island. With the front desk closed and no one available to resolve the situation, we called the number provided on the door and reached an offshore operator who said she would call us back in 10 minutes. After 20 minutes, we called again, and she told us she would text us in 15 minutes with a resolution. After another 20 minutes of not hearing back, we called only to be told they would not be able to help us in any way. Having driven for hours with two young children, we were left to find lodging ourselves, on an island, in the middle of the night. After calling multiple hotels as this was during a Camp Orkila weekend we eventually secured a room across the island (approximately an hour away) at a cost of $536.80. The following morning at Rosario, Carie at the front desk acknowledged the error, apologized, and assured us we would receive a refund both for the room Rosario had failed to provide and for the alternative accommodation we had been forced to book at the last minute. Later, after considerable back and forth, however, the resort issued only a partial reimbursement. A hotel's responsibility to its guests does not end when its own reservation process fails. Guests should not be expected to absorb the financial consequences of a hotel's mistake, particularly when that mistake leaves a family with young children stranded at midnight. It is standard industry practice for hotels that cannot honor a confirmed reservation to refund the original accommodation and cover the cost of alternative lodging. The subsequent decision to provide only partial reimbursement compounded the original failure. Our experience with Rosario Resort involved a lost reservation, no meaningful assistance when we needed it, and a reimbursement that fell short of what we were explicitly assured we would receive. The resort acknowledged its mistake but ultimately left us paying for a problem entirely of its own making. I would not recommend booking here. Finally, do not be misled by the photographs of the beautiful historic mansion featured in the resort's marketing. The mansion is permanently closed and in a state of disrepair. The property presented in the promotional imagery is not an experience guests should expect to enjoy during their stay.

Avenue Catering just catered our son's wedding at Maplehurst Farms in Mount Vernon this past…read moreSaturday, August 26th, 2017. We cannot say enough good things about this caterer. We live in Arizona so we pretty much got ahold of several catering companies in the Mount Vernon area via email. Avenue Catering responded fast and professional-they even have tastings of their food before you actually book them! It was a small fee but well worth it! My son and his bride decided on the menu and it was absolutely perfect! The caterers were to arrive at 2:30 that afternoon- showed up exactly on time, went right to work setting up and everything went off without a hitch! The salad, salmon, flank steak and potatoes were amazing- our guests absolutely raved about the menu! Cindy, who was our contact person was very nice and so was the rest of the staff. We would recommend this caterer in a second- Thank you Avenue Catering for everything!

I hosted a party at my home to celebrate my parents' 60th anniversary, and was at a total loss…read morelooking for someone to cater the food in Skagit County. I stumbled across Avenue Catering and was very impressed with Cindy and her team. She was responsive to my phone calls and emails, and followed through with everything she promised. She was very flexible in helping me tailor the menu, and even accommodated a vegan meal for one of our guests. The food exceeded our expectations. Everything was cooked to perfection and the guests couldn't stop talking about how delicious everything was. They were reasonably priced, delivery was punctual and the team was professional and friendly. I will definitely hire Avenue Catering again for any future parties.

Best location on the harbor, beautiful comfortable rooms with onsite restaurant that's very good…read moreand wonderfully attentive staff. Very pricey though. That should take it down to a 4.5. You can coordinate a package with Kenmore air to fly in from SeaTac which we did and it went well, despite major delay getting out to fog. Can't help that! That's nature. You request daily housekeeping but...they come at a scheduled time! My dream come true! Comfy bed ..you also have fireplace and jetted tub. I loved the view from our room the best. You hear the restaurant but everything goes quiet by 10 so all good. We loved our stay here and will be back here if we return.

Great breakfast! Glad a local referred us to come here. Ordered the traditional breakfast: eggs,…read morebacon, sausage, and potatoes. Everything was excellent! I will definitely come back.

Absolutely incredible setting! So serene, sitting outside you just hear the waterfall and creek…read morerunning, so peaceful. All the food was absolutely delicious! Really a must try, staff are very kind, make sure you make reservations!

The gardens were fantastic! Well maintained with close in trails that give it a very close in…read moresecret garden feel. There is also a trail suitable for wheelchairs and other assistive devices. This is not a really large garden, but very well designed and laid out. The variety of species is fantastic and the flowering blossoms are everywhere. The tea itself is a different story as I'm a bit of a tea snob. There are no menus or choices for sandwiches or type of tea. I found the tea sandwiches to be dry and stale bread. Being a tea snob, I also prefer private seatings instead of 8 strangers at a table all reaching into the same tower of sandwiches for choices you didn't get to make. Non Europeans just don't understand the finer points of tea. This 'European seating' of strangers sharing a table works for western ideas of pubs, not for an afternoon tea. Five stars for the garden. 2 stars for the stale sandwiches and tepid unknown tea with no cozies or leaves strainers or spoons or choices...

Saltwater Farm was our dream wedding venue, and it lived up to our impossibly high expectations…read more The rooms were so comfortable, and having our guests onsite made the event so special. The venue itself is just gorgeous, and needs very little in the way of decor. We really felt like we were showing all of our guests exactly why we love the San Juans, and that was so wonderful. It was great to be able to keep the dance party going until midnight, as well as to have the option of camping for our guests. We're so excited to return -- and are going to try to convince everyone we know to get married there! We'd like to specifically call out Shayne and Valeri - both were so lovely and friendly all weekend, and our guests had only positive interactions with them. At one point someone said "I think Valeri might have the power to be in multiple places at the same time?", because it just seemed like she was everywhere, doing everything. Thank you both for making the weekend so special!

We're big off season travelers and had the magical experience of having this place to ourselves…read moreover Christmas. Our Scandinavia-inspired guesthouse was exactly what we were looking for - thoughtfully designed with huge windows, nestled among towering trees, and every amenity was extremely considered and of the highest quality. The property itself is spectacular with a communal garden, hot tub, and sauna plus plenty of space to wander. There's also a trio of goats and views of the North Bay for days. Core memories made!