Skiff Point Guest House and Retreat
SKIFF POINT GUEST HOUSE is a perfect "HOME AWAY FROM HOME".COME AND ENJOY THIS PEACEFUL AND SERENE RETREAT ON BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, WA. Skiff Point Guest House is a perfect "HOME AWAY FROM HOME".
AT SKIFF POINT YOU'LL WANT TO LEAVE THE COMPUTER BEHIND AND TURN OFF THE CELL PHONE. ENJOY SOME TIME AWAY FROM THE STRESS...
STAY 2-3 NIGHTS (3 NIGHT MIN. IN SUMMER MONTHS), WEEKS OR MONTHS... a short get-away, an extended stay or vacation. (WIRELESS INTERNET AVAILABLE)
ENTER THROUGH YOUR OWN PRIVATE GARDEN ENTRANCE....
YOU'LL RELAX...the minute you step into your own private and spacious guest suite.
PANORAMIC VIEWS... 180+ degrees overlooking the expansive Puget Sound waterfront ...from "bigger than life" Mt. Baker to the sparkling skyline of Seattle.
Fill your memories with amazing ship traffic from around the world, colorful sailboat regattas, dynamic snow-capped mountains and the thrill of eagles soaring overhead.
Skiff Point Guest House is a perfect "HOME AWAY FROM HOME".
Tastefully designed for inviting comfort. The suites' vaulted ceilings, light pine floors, skylights and large decks all add to your sense of peace and relaxation.
Each suite has a spacious living, dining and kitchen area with private baths, sleeping rooms & lofts.
SKIFF POINT HAS THOUGHT OF EVERYTHING. Seasonal flowers and taste treats welcome you when you arrive. Suites are stocked with all the basics...china,all your linens, coffee & tea service, a light complimentary continental breakfast and cereals to enjoy in the privacy of your suite with your first morning sunrise. You can choose to create your own gourmet delights or enjoy some of the excellent local restaurants and delis.
If you must have internet connection WIFI is available at Skiff Point. If here for a long stay, a land-line connection can be arranged. Bainbridge Island offers several internet cafes and a wonderful library with access service.
SKIFF POINT PRIVATE SUITES:
THE LOFT SUITE....invites you to a little piece of heaven....A sumptuous sleeping loft, with a view of Mt. Baker from your queen bed feels like sleeping in the tree-tops above the water below. A private bath boasts an antique clawfoot tub and shower. The large deck expands your comfortably designed living space. For additional sleeping, the queen sofa bed is available. From every window, your eyes will never tire of the changing waterscapes, the magnificant Cascade Mountains and boats passing by from around the world.
THE CARRIAGE HOUSE SUITE...has a view across the vast Puget Sound to the Cascades and Mt. Baker. A great choice for EXTENDED STAYS....great for families! The bedroom with a queen bed, closes off with glass french doors and opens through a second set of glass doors to a comfortable deck and relaxing view. Additional sleeping is in a cozy loft with a futon sofa bed. The private bath is appointed with an antique pedestal sink. A full kitchen can accommodate any creative cooking you're inclined to do. A cozy woodstove adds to the warmth and ambiance on cool evenings.
EXPERIENCE SKIFF POINT LIFE.....
Relax on your own private deck overlooking the ever-changing waterscape.....
stroll along the local beach or enjoy a short walk to our historic neighborhood village...Bay Hay & Feed country store and plant nursery...our historic small post office and Rolling Bay Cafe for your morning latte or a light lunch. A night of musical entertainment at our neighborhood Island Music Guild can be enjoyed for just a few dollars or often free. When looking for a church there are many around the island, including a church within walking distance from Skiff Point Guest House.....
EXPLORE BAINBRIDGE'S LOCAL SCENERY and BEYOND....hiking & bike trails...kayak or boating...fishing...gardens including "internationally known" Bloedel Reserve www.bloedelreserve.org...bird watching...or the scenic Olympic Peninsula and places beyond....
EXPLORE DOWNTOWN BAINBRIDGE AND OTHER ISLAND EXPERIENCES AROUND THE ISLAND ALL YEAR ROUND....with fascinating choices of galleries, artist's studio tours and garden events, wineries, restaurants, enjoyable shopping, Bainbridge Historical Museum, KidiMu kid's museum, Farmer's Market, BPA theater, music venues around the island, and more.
A DAY IN SEATTLE...is only a short ferry ride to the heart of Seattle (the transit bus to the ferry is just a block from Skiff Point.) When you exit the ferry. When arriving in Seattle it's an easy walk to Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square, Seattle Aquarium, landmark famous Ivar's fish & chips, galleries, antiques, "world famous" Benaroya Symphony Hall, the Seattle Art Museum and downtown shopping.
FOR YOUR NEXT RETREAT...Skiff Point is an excellent choice. Groups of 8-18+ ...AND IT'S ONLY 35 MINUTES BY FERRY FROM DOWNTOWN SEATTLE!
ASK ABOUT LOCAL SERVICES: ISLAND FOOD SPECIALTIES, CATERERS, FLORISTS, SALONS & MASSAGES for an even more memorable Bainbridge Island visit.
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