Nestled within Orcas Island you'll find a cute and quaint little farm, available for the public…read morebetween the hour of 1-4pm. Some alpacas, a few donkeys, sheep and a cow- enjoy a short little tour that ends with a tiny little gift shop. I wish the gift shop was better because they sold some stuff that had nothing to do with the vibe, but obviously the kids always want toys. There were some alpaca stuffy's that I ended up getting my daughters. There's room for improvement there. Especially if they were to link up with other local vendors because people traveling to orcas Island are always looking to support small business. The guy, farmer, is super funny and cool. I definitely recommend giving him a call and letting him know that you're going to stop by. Orcas Moon Alpacas Farm 329 Dolphin Bay Road Eastsound, WA 98245 (360) 376-2707

We had an incredible time at the Orcas Moon Alpaca farm! Jennifer was incredibly friendly and also…read moretaught us a ton about all of the different animals on the farm. Our small kids loved the tour and meeting the animals, and so did my wife and I.

Love this spot. Very cool…read more If you're in the area check it out. They have excellent plants and garden items. You can't go wrong.

We love this garden center. It's our happy place. :) The…read moreselection is amazing and the folks working there are so helpful and know so much about plants and our area. The rewards program is a nice bonus, if a wee bit confusing.

Got flowers delivered to my cousin. Very prompt delivery and beautiful local bouquet!read more

We recently lost our uncle who lived on Orcas for decades. We wanted to order and have delivered a…read morebouquet of flowers to the family. We were given the name of this florist by the local Chamber of Commerce. We couldn't have been happier with the flowers and delivery service! Hope to visit this farm on our next visit to the island. MANY THANKS!

This was my first time visiting the RoozenGaarde Tulip Festival, and by the time we left, I was…read morealready saying, "We need to come back next year." I've seen photos of the tulip fields before, but nothing prepared me for seeing them in person. The colors seem to go on forever, and there are so many different varieties of tulips. Everywhere you look feels like a postcard. Honestly, the pictures I took don't even come close to capturing how beautiful it is. A little tip for anyone visiting: wear garden boots or rain boots if there's been recent rain. The parking area is gravel, and some spots can get pretty muddy. Thankfully, there are plenty of porta-potties near the entrance before you head into the farm. The staff were so friendly and helped direct everyone where to go. As you walk toward the fields, you get a little preview of the tulips ahead, and I remember thinking, "Wow, this is beautiful." Then we got into the actual fields and realized that was just the beginning. There were so many great spots for photos. On the day we visited, the sky had those big fluffy white clouds, and the colorful fields reminded me of the Teletubbies landscape my son used to watch when he was little. It felt almost surreal. I also loved that this is clearly a family farm. There was food, a gift shop, and even a catalog where you can order bulbs to grow some of these beautiful flowers at home. The whole area has that small-town, community feel that just makes you slow down and enjoy where you are. Knowing that your visit helps support a local family farm makes it even better. And the mountain backdrop behind the tulip fields? Absolutely incredible. Every time I thought I'd found the prettiest view, I'd turn around and find another one. If you're thinking about going, do it. Just be sure to stay on the paths and help protect the flowers for everyone else. This was one of those places that left me smiling the whole drive home.

The Tulip Festival was such a great experience overall and absolutely worth the trip! Yes, it was…read morebusy but honestly, what do you expect at a popular spring event? The crowd comes with the territory. What really stood out was how well-organized everything was. Staff were actively directing traffic for parking and foot traffic which made the arrival process surprisingly smooth given the turnout. It's clear the organizers put thought into the logistics. The flower variety was truly awesome! Sooo many stunning colors and blooms that you just don't see every day. If you're a photography lover then this place is a dream. Every corner was practically begging to be photographed. They did have concessions on-site, which was convenient but my one suggestion would be to bring in a couple of food carts or local vendors to mix things up. The options were pretty basic. Think hotdogs and the usual staples. A little more variety in the food department would really elevate the whole experience. Minor food note aside, it was a fantastic visit and a perfect way to spend a spring day.

My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at Saturn's Return while we were visiting San Juan Island…read more It's a peaceful retreat with plenty of space to enjoy quiet moments. We absolutely loved the freshly made breakfast each morning, the hot coffee, the option to brew some tea as well. The location is easy to get to from Friday Harbor, and everything else the island has to offer is just a short ride away. Definitely check out their farm store as well, we really loved the sourdough loaves and other local goodies from around the islands.

Emma & Wiley have carefully engineered the little slice of paradise that is Saturn's Return. Some…read morefriends and I stayed here for a wedding on Roche Harbor and were pleasantly surprised. To start, the bed and breakfast feels like you stepped out of reality and into the movie "The Holiday." It is cozy, quaint, and quiet in the best way. The rooms are smaller but equipped with what you need. In addition to the ambiance, the breakfast stands out as a highlight. From staying in other BnB's we expected danishes, coffee, etc. They far exceeded those expectations making easily the best quiche I've ever had, apple crumb cake, homemade rhubarb jam and butter and homemade focaccia. I woke up not hungry and ended up eating everything it was so delicious. My only regret of the weekend was booking an early ferry and not being able to enjoy breakfast the second morning. I hope to return one day!

We visited the shop on Main Street and it is such a lovely place. Wendy showed us so many wonderful…read morethings and knew the background on each artist. She gave us some great visitor information as well. Wendy was also very low-key about having my kids in the shop (10 and 11 year olds). They have been taught to respect art and touch only when given permission and even though there is a load of fragile pottery, Wendy remained unruffled when we walked in with the kids. (I'm sure she was on high-alert but never showed it!) Prices range from a $0.25 postcard up to sculptures and paintings in the $1000s. Virtually everything in the shop is made by an on-island artist. Yes, it's in the main tourist area but there is nothing touristy about it. We have gone back twice for gifts and it's a low-pressure, local vibe. I absolutely love the collections there and spent more than I intended. But I love knowing the origin of the art and the fact that the proprietors are local too. Next time I'm here, I will make this one of my first stops. Beautiful art+amazing service=can't go wrong.

very stunning collection of handmade pottery with stories of the island. staff were very kind and…read morewere able to teach us abt the st juans.

Natalie created the most amazing wedding flowers for our 8/8/2020 Grand Canyon Elopement! I have…read moreordered many bouquets from Natalie, and I knew her quality of work is exemplary. She was the only florist I wanted to create my wedding flowers. I gave her the giant challenge of creating flowers that would last a plane ride and two days before I used them, and she killed it! Natalie came up with a creative solution to make me exactly what I wanted, and the flowers looked AMAZING! On a side note, the day we got back from our wedding my father had to have emergency surgery. I called Natalie that night, and she took the time to make me a bouquet for him that she delivered the next morning. Natalie goes above and beyond for her clients. Bellingham is lucky to have this talented women as a resident.

Natalie delivered beautiful and amazing flowers for me several years ago but is now out of businessread more

As a young man that doesnt know much about flowers, Im so so glad that I picked this shop as the…read moreplace to buy some for the first time. Lady was very very sweet and guided me through arranging a nice bouquet for my significant other. Pricing is good, and she will make something work for you with nearly any budget. Also, the lilies were absolutely gorgeous once they bloomed. Me and my lover were very happy with our purchase :)

A New Leaf Flower Shoppe has been here since at least 1999 when they provided flowers for my…read morewedding. They were impeccable. The flowers were fresh and the service was perfect. Over the years I have continued to use this sweet local company and recommend it over the others I have occasionally used. I always come back to them because they are simply the best in Whatcom County.