Email: [email protected]
Swap the hotel hallway for a deck on Admiralty Bay.
Book Your StayMany travelers heading to Oak Harbor book the first hotel they spot near the highway. A few nights later, they are eating takeout on the bed and dreaming about a real kitchen. If you are searching for Whidbey Island rentals in Oak Harbor and would rather wake up to the water, Beach Dreams on Whidbey is worth a look.
The house sits right on Admiralty Bay in Coupeville, about 25 minutes south of downtown Oak Harbor. You get a whole beachfront home for the price of a quick drive.
A hotel works fine for one night. For a longer visit, or a visit with family, the difference in space becomes hard to ignore.
| Feature | Beach Dreams on Whidbey | Typical Hotel Room |
|---|---|---|
| Space | Three bedrooms plus a vaulted great room | One room with two beds |
| Kitchen | Full chef's kitchen and a table for eight | Mini fridge and a microwave |
| View | Admiralty Bay and the Olympic Mountains | Often the parking lot |
| Outdoor space | A fire pit and a private hot tub | Shared pool area |
| Laundry | Free washer and dryer in the home | Coin laundry down the hall |
| Parking | Room for three vehicles on site | Shared lot |
| Workspace | A desk with a water view and fast internet | A small desk by the TV |
The city of Oak Harbor is home to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, so a lot of people find themselves wanting to visit someone on base, and often homecomings and family visits can include multiple people, which means more than one room at a hotel.
With Beach Dreams, everyone has a place to stay that suits their needs. Parents can relax in the comfort of a king suite while the kids have fun in the Bunk Retreat with bunks and an Xbox.
A washer and dryer and full kitchen keep life comfortable for those staying longer, and a desk and fast internet keep remote workers connected every time they're not at the base.
Guests who choose Whidbey rentals for Oak Harbor, WA visits often say the short drive turns into a bonus. You can run into town for errands or dinner, then head back to the beach in time for sunset.
| Destination | Why Go | Drive Time (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Casey State Park | Lighthouse and old coastal batteries | 5 min |
| Downtown Coupeville | Historic wharf and quaint shops | 12 min |
| Downtown Oak Harbor | Shopping and waterfront dining | 25 min |
| Windjammer Park | Waterfront walks and a playground | 25 min |
| NAS Whidbey Island | Visiting family on base | 30 min |
| Deception Pass State Park | The famous bridge and forest trails | 45 min |
Whether you stay three nights or three weeks, the house is set up to make life easy.
Beach Dreams holds a 4.97 rating from over 100 Airbnb reviews. Cleanliness and communication both score a perfect 5.0, which matters a lot when you are trading a front desk for a private home.
The home sits in Coupeville, about 25 minutes south of downtown Oak Harbor by car. The drive follows the main highway up the island.
Yes. Families visiting the base often need more room than a hotel offers. The home sleeps eight in beds and has parking for three vehicles.
Yes. A full kitchen and a free washer and dryer make longer visits comfortable. The dedicated workspace comes with fast internet and a view of the bay.
The best Whidbey Island rentals near Oak Harbor give you space to spread out and a view you will talk about long after you leave. Book Beach Dreams on Whidbey and make Admiralty Bay your home base.
Book Your StayHealth & Guest Safety
Airbnb’s COVID-19 safety practices apply
Hot Tub cleaned and sanitized between each guest stay
Nearby Lake, Ocean, other Body of Water
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Gas Alarm
Smoke Alarm
Fire Extinguisher under kitchen sink
First Aid Kit
Hard Wired Generator
Climbing & Play Structure
Property & Rooms
Vacation Home
Listing Type
Entire custom home
Year Built
1967, Entirely remodeled
Rooms & Spaces
Bedrooms
3
Beds
8 (2 King, 4 Twin XL Bunk Beds) + 2 Air Beds, 2 Sleeping
Bags
Bathrooms w/heated floors
2
Chef's Kitchen w/heated floors
Categories
National Parks
Amazing Views
Beachfront
Fishing
Bird Watching
Bird Santuary
Beachcombing
Boating
Swimming
Biking
Hiking
Close to Coupeville, Port Townsend Ferry, Quaint Shops, Restaurants, Ice Creamery & Specialty Shops
Art Galleries
Penn Cove
Crockett Lake
Admiralty Head Lighthouse
Craft Distilleries
Craft Breweries
Wineries
Lakes
Waterfront
Internet & Office
High Speed Internet (290-370)
Dedicated Workspace in a Common Space with a view!
Entertainment
65" HDTV with Roku, standard cable
44" Smart HDTV's w/Roku & Standard Cable
Audio Technica Turntable, Edifer Speakers sound system with Bluetooth and aux
Game console: Xbox One & 11 games
Exercise equipment: free weights, yoga mat
Games for all ages
Gskyer Refactor Telescope
Binoculars
Books from local authors, assorted books of interest
Scenic views
Bay View
Beach View
City Skyline View
Marina View
Olympic Mountain View
Ocean View
Sea View
Location Features
Waterfront
Beachfront
No bank waterfront
Great beach for walking picnic
Guests can enjoy a nearby beach
Lake access
Guests can get to a lake using a path or dock
Private entrance
Community Park with play structure; basketball court
Complimentary resort access – Admiral’s Cove Beach Club
Seasonal Heated Community Pool (Memorial Day – Labor Day)
Nearby Accommodations
Beachcombing
Kayaking
Boating
Swimming
Biking
Beach walks
Fishing at coveted Admiral’s Bay
Bird watching
Vessel & whale watching
Storm watching
Enchanting hiking trails galore
Downtown Coupeville with quaint shops, restaurants, Ice Creamery and specialty shops
Coupeville Ferry to Port Townsend
Callen’s Restaurant
Fort Casey State Park
Driftwood Park
Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve
Crockett Lake
Fort Eby State Park
Admiralty Head Lighthouse
Red Apple Market in Coupeville
Penn Cove
Close to Downtown Freeland, Downtown Oak Harbor, and Downtown Langley.
Art Galleries
Wineries
Craft Distillaries
Craft Breweries
Antiquing
Heating & Cooling
Central heating & air conditioning
Indoor fireplace: gas w/remote
65” Ceiling fan w/remote
Portable fans
Box fans
Oscillating Fan
Hard Wired Generator
Living Room/Dining
Vaulted ceiling
Wall of windows with stunning view
65” Ceiling Fan w/Remote
Gas Fireplace w/Remote
Spacious Couch w/cozy pillows
Two baskets of throw blankets
64” Smart HDTV w/Roku & cable
Weather Station
Audio Technica Turntable
Edifer Speakers sound system with Bluetooth capability
Selection of Albums
Books and games
Nature books, hiking trails and books from local authors
Desk and workspace with stunning views near cozy fireplace
Dining room table that seats 8
Smores Station
Wall coat hanging rack
Wall Art with Map of Whidbey
Gysker Telescope
Kitchen
Space where guests can cook their own meals
KitchenAid stainless refrigerator/freezer with icemaker & filtered water dispenser inside
KitchenAid stainless steel electric cooktop/oven
Microwave
Dishwasher w/soap pods
Cooking basics
Assorted Utensils
Dish Soap
Dish Towels
Pot Holders
Placemats
Grocery Bags
Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
Dishes and silverware
Glass and Acrylic goblets
Wine glasses
Corkscrew, wine stoppers/pump, champagne stopper
Children’s dishes and eating utensils
Measuring cups and bowls
Bowls, chopsticks, plates, cups, etc.
Salt/Pepper & assorted spices
Electric Water Pot
Drip Coffee Maker w/ground coffee
Keurig coffee machine with assorted pods, both caffeinated and decaf
Coffee grinder
4 Slice Toaster
Crockpot
Blender
Electric Popcorn Popper & bowl
Hand mixer
Baking sheets
Glass baking/storage dishes with lids
Barbecue utensils & mitt
Grill, charcoal, bamboo skewers/iron skewers, etc.
Marshmallow roasting sticks
Knife Set
Charcuterie platter & accessories
Salad bowl with serving tools
High Chair
Ground coffee, assorted teas both caffeinated and decaf
Master Suite
King Size Luxury Dream Cloud Mattress
Luxury Bedding
Light filtering blinds
Room darkening curtains
44” Smart HDTV w/Roku & cable
Built in drawers for storage
Yoga matt, roller & two 8# weights
Hotel Safe
Hangers
Two closets for clothes storage
Extra bed linens
Extra pillows and blankets
Two nightstands with lamps
Travel adapters
Personal fans
Charging cubes for electronics
Clock Radio
Two luggage racks
Locking bedroom door
Guest Room
King Size Luxury Dream Could Mattress with plush bedding
44” Smart HDTV w/Roku & cable
Two nightstands w/charging stations
Travel Power adapter
Room darkening shades.
Extra bed linens, blankets & pillows
Clock Radio
Personal Fans
Hangers
Luggage rack
Locking bedroom door
Bunk Retreat
Two sets of sturdy wood bunk beds
4 XL Memory Foam mattresses with colorful bedding
Xbox 1S with 2 controllers and 11 games
32” Smart HDTV TV w/Roku
Books, toys and games for all ages!
Pack & Play w/Bassinet & sheets
Comfy game pillows
Luggage rack
Extra bedding, blankets, pillows
Two Inflatable Queen beds (under beds)
Bathrooms
Hair dryer
Curling Iron
Shampoo
Conditioner
Body soap
Hand Soap
Hand Lotion
Spa Towels
Wall magnifying mirror
Toilet Paper
Tissue
Heated Floors
Hot water
Laundry Area
Free Top Load Washer
Free Large Capacity Dryer
Essentials
Laundry Soap
Stain Remover
Dryer Sheets
Fabric Softener
Beach/Hot Tub Towels
Batteries
First Aid Kit
Spa Chemicals
Housekeeping Closet
Iron
Ironing Board
Vacuum
Broom & Dustpan
Mop & Bucket
Assorted Cleaners
Clothes Drying Rack
Step Stool
Home safety
Smoke alarm
Carbon monoxide alarm
Gas detector
Hard wired generator
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Outdoor
Private patio and wrap around deck
Private backyard – Not fenced
An open space on the property
Luxury Hot Tub
Fire pit with 6 Adirondack chairs
Complimentary Firewood & Fire starters in Tub under deck
Outdoor furniture with covers
Outdoor dining table for 8 with umbrella & covers
Private BBQ grill: gas with cover
Patio stacking chairs
Beach essentials
Beach towels
Garage
6 Bikes and helmets of assorted sizes (4 Adult/2 Junior)
2 Scooters
3 Kayaks with assorted life vests
Propane Fish Cooker with Pot & Backup Propane
Putterball Game
Corn Hole Game
Childrens Pails & beach toys
Extra Patio Chairs
Portable Patio Table
Storage Containers for Patio Covers
Storage Container for Patio Cushions
Umbrella for Patio Table
Two Recycle Containers
Broom/Dustpan
Complimentary Firewood
Parking and Facilities
Shared outdoor pool - available seasonally, open specific hours, heated
Available from Memorial Day to Labor Day daily 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM Complimentary with Beach Dreams on Whidbey Guest Pass!
Community playground including basketball court & new play structures!
Private hot tub - available all year – cleaned and sanitized between each guest!
Valet Garbage Service
Space for 3 vehicles on property
Free street parking
Lit walkway to entry
Community rules prohibit parking RVs of any type on property
