Property Features
kitchen
non-smoking
outdoor grill
parking
wireless internet
Sleeping Arrangement
Master Suite
1 Queen
Guest Bedroom 1
1 Queen
Guest Bedroom 2
2 Bunk Beds
Description
Welcome to Writers’ Retreat! This one of a kind cottage sits perched on a hillside offering sweeping vistas. The view over Sequim Valley, historic Lotzgesell Farm and the Olympic Mountain range make it unforgettable. This property and home will give you the ultimate ‘Sequim’ experience! Built in the 1920s, the cottage offers a wonderful country charm you just don't find in newer homes. Local novelist Rachel Bard purchased this house in the 1950s, lived and wrote here, producing several novels. The current owners made a few of these books available for your reading pleasure. Although it has since undergone extensive remodeling, the owners maintained the integrity of the home and the era when it was built. South facing windows make this very cozy home bright and welcoming. Details in the craftsmanship will take you back in time: warm rustic wood paneling throughout, charming tiled floors in the baths and turn of the century doors and knobs are some of the finishing touches that make this home special. The cottage has a queen master suite with attached bath. A queen room and bunk room with two twins share a nearby guest bath. This home sleeps four comfortably. The living room's large bookcase offers a variety of novels and games for you to enjoy, plus a TV and WI-FI for movie night. You will be drawn to the cozy window seat near the propane stove where you can catch up on your favorite novel or take pleasure in viewing the beautiful farmlands below. A charming country kitchen with breakfast bar overlooks the valley and mountains. Additional entertaining space on the large back deck is peaceful and secluded, just perfect for your summer barbeque. Outside you will find some unique landscaping including a beautiful towering madrona tree on the southwest corner of the house. Be prepared to hear wild animal sounds from the nearby Olympic Game Farm, open for daily driving tours. The cottage is centrally located for easy access to local parks and beaches, plus it is about 10 minutes to downtown Sequim. A very popular area for bird watching, cycling, kayaking, and more.
Amenities
- 2 Queen Size Beds
- 2 Twin Size Beds (Bunkbed)
- All Bedding & Linens Provided
- 2 Baths with Walk In Showers
- Towels & Toiletries Provided
- Fully Equipped Kitchen (Dishes / Cooking Utensils)
- Coffee Maker, Toaster, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Range/Oven, Dishwasher
- Breakfast Bar + Living/Dining Space
- Flat Screen TV
- Free WI-FI
- Books & Assorted Board Games
- Hair Dryer
- Gas Fireplace In Living Room + Electric Wall Heat
- Spacious Viewing Deck Overlooking Sequim Valley & Local Farmlands
- Open Space Parking
- 2 Twin Size Beds (Bunkbed)
- All Bedding & Linens Provided
- 2 Baths with Walk In Showers
- Towels & Toiletries Provided
- Fully Equipped Kitchen (Dishes / Cooking Utensils)
- Coffee Maker, Toaster, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Range/Oven, Dishwasher
- Breakfast Bar + Living/Dining Space
- Flat Screen TV
- Free WI-FI
- Books & Assorted Board Games
- Hair Dryer
- Gas Fireplace In Living Room + Electric Wall Heat
- Spacious Viewing Deck Overlooking Sequim Valley & Local Farmlands
- Open Space Parking
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Rates
* Rates are subject to change without notice. Pricing excludes taxes, additional options or fees.| Vacation Rental Standard Pricing | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Min Nights | ||
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Reviews
Page: 1 of 3Sean
Reviewed: Sep 13, 2023
Property
5 Star
Wonderful accommodation in a beautiful cottage - private and very cozy. Definitely will be returning.
Karen
Reviewed: Sep 10, 2023
Property
Spent 3 days exploring Sequim and nearby attractions. Enjoyed the view out the back window, especially in the early hours of the morning. There was an elk herd in the field down the steep hill from the back deck. We went to several places in Olympic National Park and were glad to return to Sequim for a good night's rest each night.
Pauline
Reviewed: Aug 28, 2023
Property
5 Star
This is a small but lovely piece of property overlooking the Sequim Valley farms. The house has good beds and is quiet. A great place to rest. I worked on my computer a few hours a day and spent the rest of the day in the outdoors. We watched Netflix at night. The yard has a wonderful area to sit and lookout onto the fields below. My only issue was that the chairs at the dining table are not suitable for hours of desk work. Other than that we had a great stay at the writers retreat.
Pauline
Reviewed: Aug 24, 2023
Property
5 Star
This is a small but lovely piece of property overlooking the Sequim Valley farms. The house has good beds and is quiet. A great place to rest. I worked on my computer a few hours a day and spent the rest of the day in the outdoors. We watched Netflix at night. The yard has a wonderful area to sit and look out onto the fields below. My only issue was that the chairs at the dining table are not suitable for hours of desk work. Other than that we had a great stay at the writers retreat.
Bharat
Reviewed: Aug 15, 2023
Property
Wow, the property was beautiful with amazing views and some lovely trees! Inside was comfortable to sleep our family. We had a great time!
Teresa
Reviewed: Aug 1, 2023
Property
5 star
We are three artist friends from Victoria that needed a place while painting in the area. It was a perfect location and the view from the property was excellent. Very cute cozy cottage that met all our needs, well equipped, and spotless. The bunk room was a bit small for an adult but otherwise fine.
Carlee
Reviewed: Jul 10, 2023
Property
5 Star
A hidden gem in Sequim! We will definitely be coming back to this house. It fit our family with 4 littles perfectly and we felt right at home. Waking up to that view every day was unreal and watching the eagles and elk every night was spectacular! Lots of extra towels and linens was the cherry on top!
Amelia
Reviewed: Jun 25, 2023
Property
5Star
We very much enjoyed our weekend at the Writer's Retreat. The house is cute, the bed's comfortable, and the view from the deck is as lovely as the pictures.
Jennifer
Reviewed: Jun 21, 2023
Property
5 STAR
Vintage feel we loved, and yet updated, clean, and functional. Kids and parents loved it! A swing out back, a few games, movies, books, window seat. Amazing view, peaceful, and calm, and wildlife to see. Enjoyed our time there!
Margaret
Reviewed: Sep 28, 2022
Property
Just the relaxing weekend my family needed before school started. The cottage was adorable and well set up.
Julie
Reviewed: Jul 22, 2022
Property
We enjoyed the beautiful view and watching the eagles! We loved the view so much and we had a tea party in the yard. The beds were very comfortable. The location was close to walking trails, the game farm, and the lavender farms. The television could use an update but I would definitely stay here again.
Marie
Reviewed: Jun 21, 2022
Property
A quaint, charming cottage with a stunning view. I was out on the back deck every possible minute. I just loved everything about this little house right down to the vintage doorknobs. It was a very safe, quiet area and the house was spotlessly clean. There were plenty of towels and supplies. We will definitely stay here again when we come back to the area.
Rebecca
Reviewed: Nov 28, 2021
Property
We spent a week at Writer's Retreat and enjoyed the view, the cozy cottage, and the proximity to Olympic National Park.
Karin
Reviewed: Oct 14, 2021
Property Manager
The space, view, location, comfort, cleanliness, deck, kitchen - all of it are excellent!
Elena
Reviewed: Oct 10, 2021
Property
The Writers Retreat is such a delightful spot. One of the best morning coffee perches Ive ever had is out on the back porch. The spot is easy to find, plenty of board games inside, many a bird to watch outside.
Rut
Reviewed: Sep 17, 2021
Property
This property is perfect for a quiet getaway for a small family, friends to share, or just for one. It was very easy to find and just 15 minutes from Sequim downtown. The views to the south valley are spectacular. The home is very clean and well stocked for any meal preparation as well. A really great stay.
Alicia
Reviewed: Aug 10, 2021
Property
Great cottage with unbelievable views of the valley and mountains. Would definitely stay again. The assortment of board games was appreciated by all.
Beth
Reviewed: Aug 7, 2021
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My friend and I loved staying here. The back deck view was the first thing we enjoyed in the morning with coffee and the last thing at night with a glass of wine. The eagles, coyotes and birds were a joy to watch and listen to. The cottage was very comfy cozy, furniture was rustic but comfortable. Kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals. Good location to town without the town sounds. Good base for all the spots to exploreOlympic National Park, Sequim lavender farms, Port Townsend was an easy one hour drive (book the 4 hour whale watch tour!!)the ferry from Port Angeles to Victoria close by, John Wayne Marina for a beautiful view and delicious seafood meal.Dungeness River wildlife preserve /Audubon center which has a beautiful old bridge and a part of the Olympic Discovery Trail ( bring or rent a bike!) All in all we loved our stay at Writers Retreat!
Ji
Reviewed: Aug 6, 2021
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We had a terrific stay here - though the place is not spacious, I think there was enough space for 4 adult and 2 middle school kids - loved using the binoculars at the property to look out at the expansive view in the back - saw lots of deer. Would definitely want to stay here again!
Kelley
Reviewed: Jul 25, 2021
Property
The home has a great view of the mountains and we really enjoyed relaxing on the deck after our day full of activities. It is close enough to town but far enough away to be so quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed hiking, berry picking, shopping, etc. we were lucky enough to miss the heat wave so the weather was perfect. It would have been nice to have screens on more windows so we could enjoy the breeze in all rooms. Also as others have said the parking in the driveway is a little tight but we got used to it quickly. We will be back for sure!
Yvonne
Reviewed: Jul 17, 2021
Property
Rustic cottage in beautiful setting. Views were amazing!
Nicole
Reviewed: Jun 28, 2021
Property
Absolutely stunning view, cozy cottage and a lovely, peaceful place for some R & R and creative expression. Would definitely recommend.
Alice
Reviewed: Jun 17, 2021
Property
This is a cozy little house located in a wonderful area. If you stay during clear days, the view is stunning and you will enjoy it and the back deck either way. We loved seeing the bald eagles nest and watching them fly around so near the back deck. The furniture in the living room could be more comfortable but we found the beds to be comfortable and the kitchen updated and usable. The location is very convenient for exploring Olympic national park and the surrounding area
Douglas
Reviewed: Jun 16, 2021
Property
Pleasant retreat. Lots of birds: doves, eagles, ravens, jays, swallows .... Beautiful territorial view of farmland and mountain peaks to the south. Convenient to northern areas of Olympic National Forest and Park.
Joshua
Reviewed: May 26, 2021
Property
The Writers Retreat is a cozy property with a incredibly scenic view and has all the amenities you need for a relaxing weekend. My four friends and I arent from the area but we were happy with how many hikes and food options there were. I definitely recommend this property to a couple trying to find a relaxing space or a group of friends looking to explore a new area. We will definitely be back at some point! Thank you again for having us.
Notes
Check In Time: 4:00PM
Check Out Time: 10:00AM
Deposit: 50% of the total rental amount is taken when reserved and the second half will be taken thirty days prior to your stay
Check Out Time: 10:00AM
Deposit: 50% of the total rental amount is taken when reserved and the second half will be taken thirty days prior to your stay