We chose The Salish Seaside Escapes to celebrate our 25th Anniversary, and loved our time here. From the moment we arrived, until we checked out, we felt not only relaxed and refreshed. I loved having the quiet time alone with my wife, but I would also like to bring our kids here because they would love to adventure here. The ocean and woods surround the property, abundant in wildlife and breathtaking scenery.
The Salish is the very picture of the Pacific Northwest. I travel all over the world and have plenty of hotel points and air miles I can use, but for our anniversary we chose to come back HERE because our first stay was so wonderful. We wanted the slow paced days, and an escape from the hustle and bustle. Part of the charm of Orcas Island is the lack of commercialism. We brought some food with us, and cooked lovely meals and ate them by the fireplace. We ate out once at the West Sound Cafe, a pretty place, that served amazing fried chicken and waffles. Other than that, we stayed in the house most of the time.
We chose Screech Owl Swoop, which is a unique and lovely little house in the middle of the trees. My five favorite things here were:
1. The whimsical owl decor everywhere.
2. The quick walk to the ocean.
3. The themed library.
4. The four poster bed, complete with stairs.
5. The fireplace which comes with plenty of wood. Is there anything better than the crackling of firewood as you read a novel and sip some wine. Seriously?
The staff is amazing and helpful. In each cabin, the owners share their love of history, literature and art with their guests, which felt so thoughtful to us. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything we needed. If you want a true PNW getaway, book a trip to The Salish. Bring some books, cozy clothing, and prepare to unwind and get recharged.
Stayed December 2016, traveled as a couple. read more