Fern Gully: Cozy cottage, Hot tub, Wood stove

From the moment you step foot into this cozy 2 bedroom/2 bath cottage, you are tempted to put a log on the fire and enjoy the hot tub outside. The wood stove and comfy furniture will have you sitting back and relaxing in record time. Enjoy the TV and free wifi. The cottage itself is well appointed for 4 guests, beautifully refurbished with new flooring throughout. The charming kitchen with dishwasher and dining area are ready for preparing and enjoying your meals together either inside or outside on the deck. The main bedroom boasts a comfy king size bed and the second bedroom has a queen bed. Both rooms have large windows that look out at the trees. There is a single bath with a tub/shower combo located in the hall just outside the bedrooms, plus a master bath with shower. There is a full sized washer and dryer in a hallway closet.

Bring your bike and enjoy long rides through the Sequim Dungeness Valley where lavender fields dot the landscape, mountains rise up before you and bald eagles soar over the sea. The famous Dungeness Spit, one of the world's longest natural sand spits is next door and within easy walking distance from the cottage. Enjoy hiking on the west side of the spit and experiencing the richness of sea birds, shore birds and mammals in their natural habitat on the inner protected harbor of the National Wildlife Refuge. Harbor seals are known to come up on the beach to rest and even the occasional Orca whale can be seen swimming off the Spit.

If you love to golf, the famous Cedars at Dungeness is located just minutes away and also has two wonderful restaurants featuring seafood and steaks along with an extensive beer, wine and cocktail menu. Bring the kiddos and take a drive through the wild at the Olympic Game Farm filled with American Buffalo, elk, zebras, bears and even a tiger or two. Kids will have the pleasure of feedig the animals up close and personal from your car door window as you drive through the park. An experience loved by both young and old.

If you want to get out on the water, bring your own kayaks or rent one at John Wayne Marina. Great selection of kayaks, SUP boards and small watercraft for exploring Sequim Bay. Downtown Sequim's coffee houses, local restaurants and shopping are just 15 minutes from the cottage. The downtown area is often bustling with locals and tourists alike enjoying weekly art walks, farmer's markets, outdoor dining, gift shops, museum, and local theater productions.

Further adventures into the Olympic National Park are just a day's trip away. Hurricane Ridge, the closest entrance, is just 35 minutes away. Lake Crescent and Sol Duc Hot Springs can be reached within 45 min to 1.25 hours from the cottage and the Hoh Rain Forest and Pacific coastline beaches can be reached within a 2.5 - 3 hour drive.  

Arrive back at Fern Gully and soak up the peace and quiet. Located on several acres, there is a path in back that leads you down, deep into the pine forest. The perfect place for seeking respite from the business of life.

Note: There is a TV with DVD player with cable TV (wave/astound).

Only 50 minutes from Olympic National Park, where you can drive up to Hurricane Ridge for spectacular views and an easy hike at the top. 

About 2 Minutes from Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge, a well-loved area for walking along the sandy beach. For the super-fit, walk 11 miles round trip to visit the lighthouse.