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Kangaroo House B & B
Categories: Event Planning & Services Hotels Hotels & Travel Hotels Hotels & Travel Bed & Breakfast Hotels, Bed & Breakfast [Edit]
1459 N Beach RdEastsound, WA 98245
(360) 376-2175
- Hours:
Mon-Sun 9 am - 6 pm
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
9 reviews for Kangaroo House B & B
9 reviews in English
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Review from Jeanette R.
Mercer Island, WA
10/31/2011
Kangaroo House B and B made our Orcas Island weekend getaway incredible! We stayed in the Northern Flicker suite, complete with beautiful linens and a nice little sitting area with a TV and DVD's. (although we had no time to watch TV!) The location is perfect, close enough to downtown Eastsound, easily walkable if you want to explore and very close if you want to drive. The breakfast, the hot tub, the hosts (Charles and Jill) all PERFECT! The food was gourmet 5 stars....each day I thought, it can't be as good as yesterday, when are they going to get tired and serve us muffins from the supermarket. NEVER happened! Everything from scratch and perfectly presented with wonderful attention to detail! (I love that) Orcas Island proved to be a fabulous destination for mountain biking in Moran State park. Maybe not for everyone, but perfect for me! Lots of hiking trails too, and gorgeous vistas and lakes. We ate dinner at the Shipyard Inn - SUPER good and the Leaf Cafe, also wonderful. Lunch at Cafe Mia, crazy good fresh made food and then we went shopping at Olga's and the book store. There were plenty of small shops to keep us occupied and entertained. I will return to Orcas and I will stay again at Kangaroo Inn, and recommend it to everyone without hesitation.
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Review from Paul I.
Portland, OR
7/8/2011
We just spent two nights there and this b&b is a relaxing oasis that's very comfy. We stayed in Jay's Stellar Suite - and what a stellar suite it was - spacious, well appointed, and the most comfortable bed and linens we have ever experienced.
Charles and Jill are wonderful cooks. They use as much local, organic ingredients as they can find and come up with some top-notch creations for breakfast. They even served us a little early one morning so we could get to our kayaking in time. We really appreciated their flexibility.
A sign up sheet for the hot tub gives everyone a chance to enjoy it - with fluffy terry cloth robes in every room. The hot tub is very private and surrounded by gardens.
Charles gave us great suggestions for things to do and we loved "Angus" the outdoor kitty that greeted us when we first arrived and said our good byes to when we left.
I could go on and on...I think I have. All I can say is that it was our most treasured b&b stay and look forward to coming back. Thank you Charles and Jill for sharing your beautiful home and creating such a welcoming and nurturing space. -
Review from Andree H.
Port Townsend, WA
6/12/2011
Just call 1-888-371-2175... I took a last-minute trip to the San Juan Island and called Charles and Jill from the ferry terminal Tuesday afternoon. Luckily they had a room - most of the others were filled and for good reason, this is one of the best B and B's I have stayed in!
I love well preserved historical homes. My bed and room were cozy, quiet and dark at night. After using the jacuzzi in the back garden during my reserved time, I fell right to sleep.
In the morning I wandered down to breakfast and was pleasantly surprised by a three course breakfast - a fantastic fruit plate (everything was ripe), a piping hot berry cake in my own personal ramekin followed by a baked omelet in a cute oval dish. It was so good I stayed another night and was treated to potato pancakes the next day.
The table was set with flowers from the garden which resembles a mini arboretum full of specialty plants. The bird feeders attract everything from goldfinches to flickers, and the beach is within walking distance so one can easily see the sunset.
In the morning I kayaked to Yellow Island (owned by the Nature Conservancy) and returned just in time to join them on a fast boat to Sucia where I hiked around the island.
For shopping and dining Eastsound is within walking distance in the other direction (south). Prior to catching the ferry to San Juan Island I stopped and bought chocolates and a nice watercolor of one of my favorite birds, the Red Winged Blackbird.
I'm hoping to go next time as a couples retreat and bring a few of my friends! -
Review from Melinda C.
Corvallis, OR
9/5/2011
We adore this place! Charles and Jill are gracious hosts and give great suggestions for sightseeing and things to do on the island and surrounding islands. The breakfasts are simply amazing, they use such fresh ingredients, some from their own garden. Our breakfast included a beautiful fresh fruit plate,mango nut bread, and an Alsatian rosti with fresh herbs. I am on a gluten free diet and they have made wonderful accommodations for me. Do try the Kangaroo House if you stay on Orcas Island, it's a gem.
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Review from Thomas J.
5/5/2009
The Kangaroo House is a local institution, and if you are looking for a place to stay that is close to Eastsound (easy walking distance) and on the apex of the horseshoe, this is it. Comfortable rooms, a cool 1907 house, great flower gardens, a hot tub in the back, and good all around relaxation.
Listed in: Orcas Island All Stars
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Review from Susan L.
5/3/2009
We stayed at the Kangaroo House (the husband is from Australia, hence the name) for two nights in 7/98. Everything about it was perfect: the owners, the setting, the ambiance, the breakfasts....we had to share a bathroom with others, but it was worth it to stay at such a nice place.
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Review from Guy G.
Bellevue, WA
8/11/2010 2 Check-ins Here
The Kangaroo House B&B was the highlight of our visit to Orcas Island. Charles and Jill were wonderful hosts and wonderful cooks. Breakfast at the B&B is delicious and a lovely experience. Charles and Jill also took into account my girlfriend's dairy allergies and created lovely dairy free versions of the breakfast (I had informed them about the allergies when I made the reservation). Charles' recommendations for restaurants and activities were all spot on. The B&B itself was charming with several places to read peacefully, play a boardgame or observe the beautiful flower garden and birdfeeders. Our room (Steller Jay) was lovely (art deco stain glass window) and spacious with a very comfortable Queen size bed. The room also had a nice selection of books and new and classic DVD's. Eastsound, with it's stores and restaurants, was only a 15 minute walk away. I wholeheartedly recommend the Kangaroo B&B to anyone visiting Orcas Island!
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Review from K N.
Palo Alto, CA
9/28/2010
Had a lovely stay here. All the previous reviews capture the best of this place, although Charles ranks right up there (Jill is away studying) as the highlight of our stay there. Not just his cooking, which is fabulous, but also his personality, friendliness and general knowledge about everything! We had only one complaint about our very nice room (Goldfinch) and bath - the shower was the world's worst. I know we're conserving water and doing all the right things, but wow - starting the day with a drizzle is not my favorite thing to do!
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Review from Christine N.
San Jose, CA
9/29/2009
Everyone on the island knows about the Kangaroo House and their gracious hosts Jill and Charles. My husband and I really enjoyed our stay here and would recommend it highly to anyone! This cozy craftsman bungalow is a mile walk from downtown. The one thing that I enjoyed most about staying here is obviously the amazing breakfast that is served! This was my first time at a B&B and I was very surprised by the level of taste and refinement of each dish that we were served up each morning. Each bfast comes with 3 courses, 1 savory, 1 fruit, and 1 sweet. Perfection. The food is pulled from local markets, gardens, and even smoked salmon from local Indian tribes! I was amazed each morning and I am still thiking about the blackberry crumble and the almond bites. Divine. The other thing to mention is that no one is intrusive or in your face. Guests come and go as they please and everyone seems to have a good sense of respect for space and privacy. A great institution here on Orcas!
