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Wharfside Bed and Breakfast Aboard the Slowseason

Slip 13, Friday Harbor Marina, Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA 98250
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Springfield,Oregon
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

We spent a weekend on a charming 60" motor sailor with two staterooms. We stayed in the forward stateroom next to the main salon and private bathroom....lots and lots of charm.We had the boat all to ourselves and had at our disposal DVD's,CD's,books and Wi-Fi.The owner cooked a delicious breakfast the next morning with a secret family recipe of "creamy"... More

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Bainbridge Island
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 September 2012

A splendid concept (B&B on a retired boat) but would be a better place to stay if it were cleaner and less cluttered. Great location. It was delightful to be on the water. We had visited 10 years ago, when it was under different owners and the vessel was much more 'ship shape.'

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Lyle, Washington, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 August 2012

What an awesome time we had. One can walk anywhere in town from this location, yet have privacy and peace and quiet! Breakfast was excellent with family recipes and smiles. Very romantic with all the comforts of a home .... on board! A definite repeat!!

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Kimberton, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 December 2011

My 6'8" husband and 16 year old daughter even loved staying at this B&B. Even though he is tall he said it was worth it for the experience. And my daughter loved her little room. The owner's were very friendly and the breakfasts delightful. Next time we are in Friday Harbor we will definitely go again. It is a unique... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 August 2011 via mobile

My husband and I recently celebrated our anniversary in Friday Harbor. We are so pleased with our choice to stay aboard the Slowseason. We felt so comfortable. It was as if it were our boat for the weekend and we could come and go as we pleased until some B&B's were its as if you have a curfew. The owners... More

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Alpine, California
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 August 2011

A very unique Bed and Breakfast .It is very relaxing and quiet -- A masterful combining an operating sea-going vessel and B&B is impressive. Nice to be aboard a wooden craft with an warm atmosphere rather than a boat of fiberglass and chrome, The owners made us feel most welcome and checked to see our needs were met. They had... More

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Ellensburg, Washington, USA
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 August 2011

We had a very enjoyable time staying on the boat, the SlowSeason. It brought back many great "boat memories" from previous boating experiences that we've both had. The hospitality provided by Ilse and Helmuth was wonderful ... they are very interesting people. The next time we're on the island just for the day, "walking the docks," we'll definitely stop by... More

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North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 June 2011

This is a large pleasure craft with all of the comforts of home. Excellent hosts, food and accommodations. This is a boat and has all of the charm of a large, classic pleasure craft. if you are taller than 6' 4' or weigh more thant 300lbs, some of the elements may be close. We had an excellent time and would... More

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Portland, Oregon
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 June 2011

I recently stayed with my son at the Wharfside B&B and we both found this was hands down the best vacation ever. My husband worked for the boating industry many years ago and I am quite familiar with them and have to say this one has character and is very charming. There are not many around like this one and... More

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Oregon
2 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2011

This boat sounds like a good idea, but it ils filthy, smells really bad, and it is in such need of repair that it is dangerous. It was not even close to clean and the sons of the owners just hung around all day doing nothing , but creating a bit of an intimidating environment in very close quarters. The... More

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slowseason, Owner at Wharfside Bed and Breakfast Aboard the Slowseason, responded to this review
9 May 2011

We are always sorry if a guest does not enjoy our home, boat lovers and adventurers need no explanation. If you are used to cruise ships then we are not your best choice for a stay. Old wooden boats will always need some fixin and in the rainy Northwest we work when the sun shines....We always try to make our... More

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Wharfside Bed And Breakfast Aboard The Slowseason Friday Harbor, WA - San Juan Island
Address: Slip 13, Friday Harbor Marina, Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA 98250
Region: United States > Washington > San Juan Islands > San Juan Island > Friday Harbor
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Ranked #13 of 19 B&Bs / Inns in Friday Harbor
Price range (per night): RM578 - 609
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