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WHIDBEY
THE PREMIER GUIDE FOR VISITORS TO WHIDBEY ISLAND activities | events | maps | local know-how | lodging dining | recreation | arts | shopping | recipes | history A PUBLICATION OF THE WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES & SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD
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now house quaint boutique shops, restaurants and services.
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Overlooking Saratoga Passage with stunning mountain views, Langley is best known for its thriving arts community, boutique coffee roasters, gourmet foods, world-class spas and accommodations and rare book stores. From Langley’s picturesque waterfront, historic buildings and flower-filled walkways, explore trails, bicycling and kayaking amidst glimpses of bald eagles, blue herons and migrating whales.
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» February Mystery Weekend » March Whidbey Island Writers Conference » April Welcome the Whales » May Uniquely South Whidbey Trade Fair » July Choochokam Arts & Langley Half Marathon » August Whidbey Island Triathlon & Island County Fair » September Djangofest, Open Studio Tour & Soupbox Derby » October Oktoberfest » November Lighting of Langley » December Home for the Holidays, B&B Tour & Tastes Monthly Wine Tastings & Cooking Demonstrations
Discover why Sunset Magazine named Langley the…
“Best little seaside village.”
For lodging referrals, event information and travel tips go to Langley Visitor Information Center www.visitlangley.com 360-221-6765
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table of contents Pg. 4 Explore the Island Pg. 5 Transportation Pg. 5 Dockside Details Pg. 6-7 Calendar Pg. 8 Langley Profile Pg. 10 History Walk Pg. 12 Pet Friendliness Pg. 14 Clinton Profile Pg. 15 Mussel Recipe Pg. 16 Oak Harbor Profile Pg. 17 & 20 Art Ops Pg. 18-19 Whidbey Map
Pg. 21 Take a Hike Pg. 22 Freeland Profile Pg. 24 We ♥ Whidbey Pg. 25 Tour the Gardens Pg. 26 Greenbank Profile Pg. 27 Tee Off on Island Pg. 28 Coupeville Profile Pg. 29 Taste Whidbey Pg. 30 Blueberry Recipe Pg. 31 Dining Guide Pg. 32 Lodging Directory Pg. 34 Directory of Ads
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WHIDBEY
PUBLISHER | Marcia Van Dyke EDITORS | Brian Kelly & Jim Larsen PRODUCTION MANAGER| Teresa Pierzchala DESIGN & LAYOUT | Cynthia Woolbright COPY & PHOTOS | Tim Adams, Liz Burlingame, Patrica Duff, Roy Jacobson, Jenny Manning, Jessie Stensland, Jefff Vanderford, David Welton & Nathan Whalen MARKETING MANAGER | Terri Tinker MARKETING | Robyn Bainbridge, Jack Bayliss, Sherrie Lucas & Allison Tapert AD DESIGN | Teresa Besaw, Sasha Burrow, Rebecca Collins & Cynthia Woolbright ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY | John Pendleton, www.pendletonimaging.com Additional copies of the Whidbey Islander can be obtained by contacting: SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD | 360-221-5300 5603 S. Bayview Road, Langley, WA 98260 WHIDBEY NEWS-TIMES | 360-675-6611 800 SE Barrington Drive, Oak Harbor, WA 98277
on the cover FROM LEFT: A Native American singer chants during the annual Penn Cove Water Festival, held each May in Coupeville; fireworks blast over Holmes Harbor during Freeland's annual Celebrate America held July 3; two participants of the Whidbey Island Marathon celebrate their finish; colorful kites fly high over Fort Casey near Coupeville.
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EVERYTHING'S WITHIN CLOSE DRIVING DISTANCE Highway 20 and 525 serve as the main thoroughfares on the island. Swantown, Libbey and Engle roads lead to miles of hiking, biking and beach combing opportunities. Stop by the Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce at 32630 Highway 20, or call 360-675-3755 for more recreation ideas.
NO NEED FOR A CAR — RIDE THE ISLAND FOR FREE Since 1987, the island-wide Island Transit bus system provides free, eco-friendly rides to work, school and local business districts. Routes link islanders to the mainland, and mainlanders to the Island, with stops at the Keystone and Clinton ferry terminals and via
the Deception Pass Bridge. The program began with five busses and catered to 247,794 riders in its first year. Now, Island Transit runs 200 vehicles and transports more than 1.5 million riders annually.
PLANNING YOUR TRIP INTINERARY IS A BREEZE During the early days of Island Transit, riders relied on posted paper schedules. Now, riders can chart their trips online through a trip planner powered by Google. Tech-savvy transit riders who own java supported mobiles can even plan their trip via cell phone. Visit http://islandtransit.org/using_google_transit/ to plan your next excursion with Island Transit.
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More to explore, from page 4 » Plenty of ways for you to ferry ashore North end — The Deception Pass Bridge, built in 1935, allows motorists to connect directly with the mainland keeping towns like Anacortes, Mount Vernon and Bellingham within an hour's drive. South end — The Clinton/Mukilteo ferry operates year-round. The trip takes about 20 minutes and fares vary by season. West side — The Keystone to Port Townsend ferry run takes about 35 minutes. Reservations for this run are highly recommended during summer months and can be made by visiting www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/reservations/ or by calling 511 from 7 am- 5:45 pm daily. Cost: Varies by season. Check the online schedule at http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries for important phone numbers, up-to-date route information and ‘Ferry Cams’ for live views of the ferry terminals. Regardless of your mode of travel, getting to and from Whidbey Island offers easy mainland connectivity without the bustle of mainland living.
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here's no better way to see Whidbey than by boat. The island has three major locations to tie up, as well as a number of private docks that give you a dockside entrance to all there is to explore.
Oak Harbor Marina
» Harbormaster: Mack Funk 1401 Catalina Dr. Oak Harbor, WA 98277 360-279-4575 The Oak Harbor Marina is a 420 boat facility with 217 open and 135 covered permanent slips, ample guest moorage slips, limited side-tie moorage and 96 dry storage garage type sheds accommodating boats to 21' in length. The facility offers fuel, electricity, showers, storage sheds, laundromat, a small recreation and picnic
area, boat launch and hoist. The marina is also home port for the Oak Harbor Yacht Club which hosts a number of boating related activities open to members and the public.
and funding a future expansion. Marina staff monitors radio channel 66 alpha.
Coupeville Wharf
Langley Marina
» Harbormaster: Long Bechard 24 Front Street Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-5020
» Harbormaster: Rick Brewer 202 Wharf Street Langley, WA 98260 360-221-1120 The Port of South Whidbey - Langley Marina has space for 40 boats, transient or permanent. There are showers, laundry, restrooms, electricity, and water on the dock. A boat ramp is available and the marina is close to nearby restaurants. The marina will be getting a facelift this year as the port district goes through the process of permits, planning
Overseen by the Port of Coupeville, the town’s wharf is the only public moorage in Penn Cove. A dozen or more power boats and sailboats can tie up at the wharf, as well as four buoys near the wharf. Both unleaded gasoline and diesel fuel can be purchased at the fuel dock. Kayak rentals available. Whale watching tours leave daily during whale migration season. Shopping and dining available on the wharf and in town.
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CALENDAR
june '09 June 4- July 28: “Nunsense” at the Whidbey Playhouse; 360-6792237. June 13: 5th anniversary of the Cash Store renovation; 360-3214232. June 19: Skagit Valley College Whidbey Golf Classic in Oak Harbor; 360-679-5230. June 20: Oak Harbor Garden Club Tour & Tea; 360-720-2562. June 20: Oak Harbor Kiwanis Club Beachcomber’s Bazaar at Windjammer; 360-675-3755. June 27: Coupeville’s annual Wharf Festival; 360-678-3310. June 27: The 2009 Whidbey Island Garden Tour in the Oak Harbor area; 360-675-6970.
december '09 Dec. 4: Concerts on the Cove Christmas Concert; 360-678-6821. Dec. 5: 2nd annual Jingle Trail Walk and Run; www.centralwhid beychamber.com. Dec. 5: Coupeville Arts and Antiques Walk at 5 p.m.; www.centralwhidbeychamber.com. Dec. 5: Greening of Coupeville and Christmas Parade at 4 p.m. Dec. 6: South Whidbey Bed & Breakfast Tour; 360-221-6765. Dec. 12: Art Center Christmas Gala in Coupeville; 360-678-3396. Dec. 5-31: Karlson/Gray features “Small Things” affordable art in Langley; 360-221-2987. Dec. 28: Museum Storytelling Festival in Coupeville; 360-678-3310 or islandhistory.org.
july '09 July 3: Celebrate America! festivities and fireworks in Freeland; 360-221-1656. July 4: Old Fashioned 4th of July in Oak Harbor; 360-675-3755. July 4: Maxwelton’s Fourth of July Parade in Clinton; 360-579-5930. July 10: Concert on the Cove: folk/jazz musician April Verch; 360-678-1152. July 11: Cool Bayview Nights Car Show on Bayview Road; 360-321-4145. July 11: Annual Spirit of the NW Art Show in Coupeville; rainyartist@aol.com. July 11-12: Choochokam Arts Festival; 360-221-2010. July 12-17: Whidbey Island Race Week homeport Oak Harbor; www.whidbey islandraceweek.com. July 25-26: Greenbank Farm Loganberry Festival; www.greenbankfarm.com.
january '10 *Jan. 1: Polar Bear Plunge in Freeland; www.freeland-wa.org. *Jan.: Way of the Whales workshop hosted by the Orca Network; www. orcanetwork.org. Many events have yet to have dates announced for 2010. Check the local chamber sites to see the latest island events: centralwhidbeychamber.com visitlangley.com freeland-wa.org oakharborchamber.com
august '09 Aug. 1: Whidbey Island Triathlon; 360-221-5484. Aug. 1-2: Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival; 360-678-5116. Aug. 4: National Night Out in Oak Harbor; www.oakharborchamber.com. Aug. 8: Lavender and Wind Art Festival; 360-678-0919 or www.lavenderwind.com. Aug. 9: Highland Games: Celtic Society’s annual celebration; 360-331-4688 Aug. 13-16: Island County Fair in Langley; 360-221-4677.
february '10 *Feb. 6: Sound Waters one-day environmental university; www. beachwatchers.wsu.edu/island/ soundwaters. *Feb. 14: Sweetheart of a Gem Show at Oak Harbor Senior Center. *Feb 14-16: Red Wine & Chocolate Tasting and Sweetheart Market at Greenbank Farm; www.greenbankfarm.com. *Feb 27-28: Whidbey Island Writers Conference; www.writeon whidbey.com *The dates listed above are projected based on 2009. Please check with the individual events before making plans to attend.
Hourly Boat Tours From $19 Per Person Tickets Can Be Purchased at the Bridge April - October
Call 888-909-TOUR or visit DeceptionPassTours.com
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march '10 March 7-8: Penn Cove Mussel Festival and Spring Working Artist Studio Tour at the Coupeville Rec Hall; 360-678-1176. March 17: Oak Harbor’s annual St. Patrick’s Day parade; 360-675-3755.
At right, Irish pride is on parade during Oak Harbor's annual St. Patrick's Day festivities.
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Oct. 1: Scarecrow Corridor in Coupeville with the theme “Pirates of Coupeville;� 360-678-5434. Oct. 3-4: Whidbey Island Farm Tour; www.whidbeyfarmtour.com. Oct. 10: HarvestFest in Coupeville; 360-678-5434. Oct. 10: Oktoberfest fundraiser for Greenbank Farm at the farm; 360678-7700. Oct. 10-11: Uniquely Whidbey Biz Expo in Coupeville; 360-678-6889.
april '10 April 11: Scenic Whidbey Island Marathon in Oak Harbor; www. whidbeyislandmarathon.com or 425-501-1502. April 11: Easter egg hunt at Greenbank Farm; 360-678-7700. April 31- May 2: 41st Annual Holland Happening in Oak Harbor with authentic Dutch food and art; 360-675-3755. April 24-25: Coupeville Garden Club Spring Plant and Bake Sale; 360-678-3303. Many more events have yet to have dates announced for 2010. Frequently check the calendar at www.whidbeynewstimes.com for the latest community events on Whidbey!
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november '09 Nov. 6-7: Ebey’s Forever Conference in Coupeville; 360-678-6084. Nov. 15: Festive Fall Wine Market at Greenbank Farm; 360-678-7710. Nov. 26: Community Harvest Thanksgiving Dinner at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge; www.oakharborchamber.com. Nov. 28: “Greenbank Farm Holiday Gift Market� and Santa Claus; 360-678-7710. Nov. 28: Tree Lighting Celebration at Greenbank Farm; www.greenbankfarm.com Nov. 28: Lighting of Langley; 360-221-6765. Nov. 29-30: Flea market at Greenbank Farm; 360-678-7700.
may '10 May: Whale Watching excursions from Coupeville; 1-800-308-9387 *May 9: Mothers Day Concert at Meerkerk Gardens; 360-678-1912. *May 8: Freeland’s annual Harborside Parade; 360-331-1980. *May 15: Penn Cove Water Festival; www.penncovewaterfestival. com *May 31: Coupeville Memorial Day parade and ceremony; www.centralwhidbeychamber.com. *May 16: Whidbey Island Mudder, mountain bike race in Langley; 360-221-6765.
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Sept. 5: Arts & Antiques Walk; www.coupevillehistoricwaterfront.com. Sept. 12: Soup Box Derby in Langley; 360-221-6765. Sept. 12-13: Plein Air Painter’s U.S. Open; www.pleinairopen.org. Sept. 12: Military Appreciation Picnic; www.oakharborchamber.com. Sept. 12: Meerkerk Gardens Blue Grass Festival in Greenbank; 360-678-1912. Sept. 19: Driftwood Day at Oak Harbor’s Windjammer Park; 360-675-3755. Sept. 23-27: Django Fest Northwest; 360221-8262. Sept. 26-27: Whidbey Island Kite Festival; www.whidbeykites.org. Sept. 26-27: Whidbey Island Open Studio Tour; 360-221-4121. Sept. 26: Tour de Whidbey bike ride; 360678-7656 ext 4021.
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*The dates listed above are projected based on 2009. Please check with the individual events before making plans to attend.
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angley was founded by a young German immigrant Jacob Anthes in 1890, and the picturesque little city beside the sea retains its charm today, with its one-and twostory shops and a strong emphasis on history, music and the arts.
SET YOUR ITINERARY MORNING
Take a stroll down Camano Avenue, with its view of the marina and Saratoga Passage, and continue along First Street, looping around Anthes Street to Second Street. Stop in the shops for a truffle, pastry or cup of coffee.
NOON
Visit the many galleries and gift shops, then stop in for lunch at The Braeburn, on Second Street, or Mike’s Place Restaurant on First Street, which specializes in family dining. Take a stroll and come across art in action right on the sidewalk.
visit the dog
The 100-year-old Dog House Tavern, left, continues to be the quintessential locals' gathering spot. The beer is always cold, the food good and the conversations held here are even better.
NIGHT
Order up a pie at Village Pizzeria on First Street, carry it outside to the bluff-side dining area and watch the moon come up over Saratoga Passage. Or top off the evening with a first-run movie at the historic Clyde Theatre on First Street.
getting here ...
Access Langley by many arterial roadways off Highway 525. The main routes are: from the north, turn onto Bayview Road and follow what will turn into Brooks Hill Road all the way into downtown. From the southern direction, turn east onto either Maxwelton Road or Langley Road and follow signs until you reach the seaside town of Langley.
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history walk
Take a tour of the past that lives on today
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n affordable way to learn about the storied history of Whidbey is to walk through the towns and take time to notice the past that continues to live on today. Depending on how much time is available, a walking tour of Coupeville or Langley — two of the island's most quaint cities — can be done in as little as a half hour. Stop by the Island County Historical Society Museum in Coupeville (Front & Alexander Streets) or The South Whidbey Historical Society Museum in Langley (on Second Street) to pick up pamphlets for your own walking tour or tag along on one of the museums' guided tours. Some highlights include:
» COUPEVILLE« WHARF & WAREHOUSE
» Built 1905. Located at foot of NW Alexander Street on the waterfront. The Coupeville Wharf was the stop-off point for the “mosquito fleet” which helped connect Whidbey Island to the mainland from the 1890s to 1937. Built in 1905. The Wharf is owned by the Port of Coupeville.
HISTORIC FRONT STREET
JAMES ZYLSTRA HOUSE
Coupeville's Front Street, above, looks much like it did in the early 20th Century. It was the center of commerce on Whidbey Island. People would come to Front Street to buy groceries, hardware, medicine and conduct personal business.
» Built circa 1889. Located at 101 NE 7th Street. The Zylstra House is one of two local homes built in the French Second Empire style. It features a mansard roof, ornate bay window and porch detailing. James Zylstra and his family lived in the home from 1919 to 1954. Zylstra was a prominent lawyer who also served as mayor, state representative, and court commission.
CAPT. THOMAS AND MARIA COUPE HOUSE & BARN » Built 1854. Located at 504 NE Ninth Street. The Coupe House is Coupeville’s oldest home. The home was constructed with redwood from San Francisco shortly after Thomas Coupe brought his wife and children to Whidbey. The structure was rehabilitated in the 1990s. It has been moved twice because of bluff erosion that has occurred over the years.
COURIER PRINTING OFFICE » Built 1905. Located at 905 NE Kinney St. This farm building was a printing office for the Coupeville Courier in the 1950s. It has since been used for storage and was, at one time, a cow shed.
ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH » Built 1890. Located at 207 N. Main Street. The second church in Coupeville was the Congregationalists. It was built on top of a hill in 1890. When the Congregationalists merged with the Methodists in 1930, the building became St. Mary’s, Whidbey Island’s first Catholic Church.
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH » Built 1894. Located at 608 N. Main Street. The Methodists were the major congregation in the area. Their third church, it was built by H.B. Lovejoy in 1894. Several
On Whidbey, time stands still for those willing to take notice. The homes of founding settlers remain, preserved with care. Street scenes are reminiscent of their earlier days, as shown in the pictures of Coupeville's Front Street above.
additions have been made to this gothic-influenced church, but the east facade still retains its original appearance.
COUPEVILLE RECREATION HALL » Built circa 1935. Located at corner of NW Coveland and NW Alexander streets Originally a dormitory for workers building the Grand Coulee Dam, the town of Coupeville purchased it in 1941, but didn’t arrive until after World War II. Remodeled in 1984, it is still used for community meetings, dances and activities.
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SOUTH WHIDBEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM
» Built 1902. Located at 312 Second Street. Originally constructed by town founder Jacob
Anthes as a bunkhouse for his brush-cutting employees. It became a museum in 1992, and features a Georgia Gerber sculpture of a brush cutter out front.
THE DOG HOUSE TAVERN » Built 1908. Located at the corner of First and Anthes. The Dog House, below, is the city’s only building on the National Register of Historic Places. It was built to showcase boxing, movies and plays. It has also been a mercantile store and a confectionery. The Dog House in its early years and today.
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MORE HISTORY, FROM PAGE 10 » SEAWALL PARK
» Built in the 1970s. Located along Langley waterfront, behind Front Street buildings. Overlooking Saratoga Passage on the sea side of First Street, Seawall Park was built to stave off the threat of erosion, and is now a beautiful and peaceful area
by the sea to picnic, whalewatch and enjoy a sunny day.
THE CLYDE THEATRE » Built 1937. Located at 217 First Street. The Clyde was built at the height of the Depression by movie lover Norman Clyde next to his garage on the corner. It continues to be the center of nightlife
outings in Langley.
LANGLEY CITY HALL » Built 1948. Located at 112 Second Street. This brick building was originally built i as a Masonic Temple. It was remodeled to accommodate city offices in the early 1990s, while retaining its historical appearance.
THE LANGLEY MARINA
» Est. 1880s. Located 202 Wharf Street. Saratoga Passage, Camano Island and the Cascade Mountains can be viewed from the sidewalk on the bluff along Camano Avenue. From the 1900s through the 1970s the marina was the hub of the city’s commerce.
Langley City Hall, above, was once a Masonic Temple.
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PARADISE
isiting Whidbey Island with your dogs Skipper and Muttley couldn't be easier. It's been joked that Whidbey has more off-leash parks per capita than anywhere else. They could be right! Check out these great places to let your dogs have a little "vacation time" of their own.
OAK HARBOR DOG PARK
» North of Oak Harbor, about seven or eight miles south of Deception Pass. From Highway 20, go west on Ault Field Road about .75 of a mile to Goldie Road. Turn left on Goldie Road and go about one-half mile to Technical Drive and turn left again. Go all the way to the end of the lane.
CLOVER VALLEY DOG PARK » Next to Clover Valley Baseball Park on the northwest corner of Oak Harbor and Ault Field Roads. The park is three acres, is partially fenced and has some wooded areas for the dogs that really like to sniff. Water and refuse containers are provided, and there is also a covered pavilion to protect dog owners from the elements.
PATMORE PIT
» Located just south of Coupeville off SR 20. Patmore Pit is a 40-acre, partially-fenced meadow with plenty of room for dogs to run. The location has a separate fenced agility area with toys, water and refuse bags provided. From Highway 20, turn onto Patmore Road, then Keystone Hill Road for a short distance to park entrance.
DOUBLE BLUFF BEACH
» On Useless Bay, east of Freeland and south of Bayview off Double Bluff Road. At the base of the bluffs, enormous tangles of driftwood make great doggie jungle gyms. When the tide is out the beach is hundreds of feet wide giving canines plenty of room to romp but even at high tide, there is plenty of room to run.
MARGUERITE BRONS PARK
» Located about a half-mile south on Bayview Road off Highway 525. The park offers 13 acres of meadow and woods that is completely fenced. The meadow portion of the park is approximately two acres
in size and includes a covered picnic shelter and the 11-acres of woods are chriscrossed with well-maintained trails. Toys and bags for waste disposal are provided, as well as fresh water. In addition, the park is lighted for folks who want to take their dogs on early morning or late evening excursions.
GREENBANK FARM TRAILS On the central part of Whidbey Island you’ll find the Greenbank Farm, comprising 522 acres of fields, forest and wetlands. Located off Highway 525 on Wonn Road, the farm features miles of trails where families and their dogs can enjoy walks through the fields and forests, wetland bird watching and picnics on the lawns. In mid-September, the farm hosts the annual Wag ‘n Walk, A Festival of All Things Dog, a fun-filled day for your canine pals and families. Sponsored by the Whidbey Animals Improvement Foundation, the festival is also an opportunity for people to connect with dogs WAIF has up for adoption. All proceeds from the festival benefit the shelter animals at the WAIF facility.
A devilishly cute pup at Bayview's Mutt Strutt.
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nce a refueling stop for Puget Sound’s Mosquito fleet, Clinton has been welcoming visitors to Whidbey Island for more than a century. Ferries arrive from Mukilteo every half-hour seven days a week.
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SET YOUR ITINERARY
MORNING
On the highway just up from the ferry dock, stop by Rockhoppers for a cup of java, a pastry and some lively conversation, then head down to the Clinton Beach park. There, check out the whimsical sculptures and let the kids play in the big sandbox, which is complete with toys.
NOON
Stray off the beaten track by driving down Cultus Bay Road off Highway 525 to Possession Beach Waterfront Park for a few hours of serene beach walking, fishing or boating. Grab a light bite to eat at Ken's Korner shopping plaza where you'll find a number of eatery choices.
This bronze mother otter and her pup, by Clinton artist and reknowned sculptor Georgia Gerber, awaits visitors to the newly created Clinton Beach Park at the Clinton Ferry Dock. Grab a picnic lunch and watch the kids play in the sandbox area as true sealife like otters frolic nearby.
NIGHT
Pick up a barbecue sandwich or pizza from the Speedboat Cafe and watch a softball game at Dan Porter Memorial Park on Deer Lake Road. Take in the local arts and see a performance by the acclaimed Whidbey Island Dance Theatre, pictured above.
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The ferry terminal will deliver visitors from Mukilteo directly into the main commercial hub of Clinton. This is the last Whidbey city before departing the island and the first to greet you when you return. The town sprawls out from there, as far reaching as Maxwelton and Scatchet Head. Further north, up Highway 525, is Ken's Korner Shopping Complex, another major landmark for Clintonites.
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he waters of Penn Cove, which lap at the shores of Coupeville and the San de Fuca area, possess something truly unique. It is there that the world famous Penn Cove Mussels are grown by the equally famous Penn Cove Shellfish Company, founded in 1975 by Peter Jefferds. The Penn Cove Mussel is a unique delicacy that is sought after by adventurous chefs and diners, and revered highly every year during the Mussel Fest held each spring. Hopefully you're lucky enough to be on Whidbey and enjoy freshly cooked mussels just moments
from the water — if not, here's a delicious recipe, right from the folks at Penn Cove Shellfish that will have you enjoying Whidbey all year long.
MARINATED MUSSELS This is a favorite recipe for Penn Cove Mussels that is simple to prepare. For use as an appetizer, figure you will need an average of five mussels per person; this allows for those who do not eat shellfish as well as those who love to indulge themselves. There are an average of 25 mussels to the pound for farmed
to keep moist. They should not stand in water, so drain liquid from the container daily.
mussels and 20 to the pound for wild mussels. INGREDIENTS » 4 pounds of steamed Penn Cove Mussels » ½ gallon of cider vinegar » 2 ½ cups sugar (rule is 3 to 1 on the cider-sugar mix) » ½ sliced red onion » ½ cup chopped scallions » 2 Tbsp. of diced pimentos » 2 Tbsp. chopped garlic » 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil SERVING SIZE: Appetizers for 20 of five mussels each. STORAGE: Store the live mussels in your refrigerator and cover with ice or a damp cloth
PREPARATION: Steam 4 pounds of debearded mussels following classic steamed mussel recipe. Remove mussels from broth and set in a large bowl in the refrigerator to cool, can leave mussels in the shells. Prepare the marinade by mixing the sugar with the cider until dissolved. Stir in the red onions, scallions, pimentos, olive oil and garlic to the marinade. Leave the mussels in their shell in the bowl and pour the marinade over the top only after mussels have cooled completely. Drain marinade from bowl and pour over mussels several times until all mussels are soaked. Cover bowl and keep cool until used. Marinade at least an hour before serving. Serve by themselves or add to a salad for a great treat.
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ak Harbor is like a mini-metropolis on beautiful and rural Whidbey Island. The city has many of the big-city services. The numerous options for lodging, including a waterfront RV park, make it a perfect place for families to stay while they explore. There’s plenty of restaurants to choose from, from high-brow to fast food. Visitors may notice a proliferation of windmills, due to the city’s Dutch heritage. The airplanes overhead are from Whidbey Island Naval Air Station.
SET YOUR ITINERARY
MORNING
Start the day with fresh-roasted coffee brewed to perfection at Honeymoon Bay Coffee Roasters on SW Bowmer. If you’re lucky, you can watch the roasters at work. Take an invigorating stroll along the city's newly expanded waterfront trail.
NOON
Head downtown to Pioneer Way. Shop at the variety of quaint, locally owned stores. Have a bite to eat at Zorba’s or any of the other fine restaurants. Head north to Deception Pass State Park to explore the miles of shoreline and wooded trails.
NIGHT
Watch a new movie at the Blue Fox Drive-In, located just south of the city. The drive-in offers a full-line of refreshments and an indoor arcade. Check out the lively downtown nightlife or catch a show at Whidbey Playhouse community theater.
Oak Harbor maintains its small town charm with events like St. Patrick's Day parades (above). Oak Harbor Arts Commission hosts the increasingly popular Driftwood Day sculpture contest (pictured above right) at Windjammer Park every September.
getting here ... Oak Harbor is the northern most city on Whidbey Island. It can be accessed from the Burlington area by Highway 20, which crosses onto the island via the Deception Pass Bridge. From anywhere south on the island, follow Highway 20 until you reach Whidbey's "mini metropolis."
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hey will come by land and they will come by sea. They come for a day, a weekend or an entire summer. Some never leave. Repeat visitors know a visit to Whidbey Island is simply irresistible. Quaint towns, topnotch inns, shops and restaurants accented by a warm and friendly atmosphere welcome you here. Plus, all those features are surrounded by the island's most spectacular draw; pristine forests, vistas of prairies stretching out to the sound and
views of mountains towering majestically beyond the water. Add to all that the abundance of art and artists on Whidbey and you have all the reasons why this is truly a special spot.
TAKE A TOUR
Spend a day or two traversing the island during the Whidbey Island Arts Council's Open Studio Tour when more than 75 artists open their studios to visitors for the art fix of a lifetime. This all-island tour is held in the fall, while additional tours sponsored by Whidbey
Working Artists focus on north and central whidbey in the spring and summer.
WHIDBEY'S STAR SCENE
The movie "Practical Magic" was filmed in Coupeville. The beginning of "War of the Rose" was also filmed there. Independent and major films have taken over the streets of Langley. Most recently, hometown boy Jordan Albertsen directed "The Standard" at South Whidbey High School and surrounding area.
Deception Pass Bridge has been the scene for many a filmed advertisement and it even made a cameo appearance in the film "The Ring."
STEP AWAY FROM THE TV Live theater and music is abundant on Whidbey. The two biggest venues are the Whidbey Island Center for the Arts in Langley and Whidbey Playhouse in Oak Harbor. These locations host everything from regular seasons of community theater to live music of all genres, dance performance, movie festivals, music festivals and much more.
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On the South End, Whidbey Children's Theater and Whidbey Island Dance Theatre entertain audiences of all ages with their standout performances and classics like WIDT's "The Nutcracker." Entertainment opportunities are found just about everywhere from coffee shops to black box theaters located inside business complexes. The local schools, including the Whidbey Island Campus of Skagit Valley College in Oak Harbor, help keep the performance arts schedule full.
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artists themselves are present for you to ask questions about the local arts scene and their creative process.
REASONS TO CELEBRATE A number of Whidbey Island festivals are focused around the arts. The biggest among those are the Choochokam Festival of Arts held in Langley each July and the Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival held in August. The Island County Fair
held in August boasts an impressive line up of local, regional and national entertainment acts. Almost every Whidbey festival features atleast some sort of performance by bands, dance troupes, singers, ethnic entertainers and more. One of the biggest productions to take over Whidbey is the annual Murder Mystery Weekend held Februarys in Langley. Everyone's a player in this irresistible mystery theater.
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he town of Freeland was established as a socialist commune in the early 1900s, a place that was to be free for all people. It has parlayed that freedom into the business and financial hub for unincorporated South Whidbey, and is one of its fastest-growing areas, offering dining, shopping and a unique seaside experience.
SET YOUR ITINERARY MORNING
Stroll with your dog in Freeland Park along the shore of tranquil Holmes Harbor. Then take the dog home, grab a cup of coffee and head over to the public Holmes Harbor golf course for a quick nine holes.
NOON
Pack a picnic and head for Double Bluff Beach, where the sweeping stretch of sand is great for beach-combing, surfboarding or just wriggling your toes in the wet sand. Peruse an ecclectic selection of mineral specimens at Linds Jewelry.
NIGHT
For a fine dining experience, visit China City for a variety of Asian dishes at reasonable prices, or head to Gordon’s on Blueberry Hill, overlooking Holmes Harbor. A stroll on the beach is a great way to end the evening.
A number of artists, including glass artisans, call Freeland home. Their home studios dot the landscape surrounding the town.
getting here ... Highway 525 runs through the commercial hub of Freeland. The crossroads of Fish and Main Street signal you've arrived in Freeland. The majority of the official city hugs Holmes Harbor, but many consider "Freeland" to include areas such as Double Bluff Beach Park and Bush Point.
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Come visit Freeland’s seaside community, shop our stores and enjoy our excellent restaurants. Try our parks, golf courses and
beaches. Go boating, go fishing, go hiking! Freeland offers beautiful views and excellent camping spots, plus fun and practical amenities right at hand. A NATURE RESERVE AND RETREAT CENTER ON SOUTH WHIDBEY ISLAND
TRAILS, LABYRINTH, MEDICINE WHEEL, STONE CIRCLES, MEGALITHS, PONDS, BIRDS r Open daily during daylight hours r $7/person. No dogs, please r A mile southwest of Freeland Look for sign at 2059 Newman Road r Retreat House is available for overnight spiritual retreats. For availability & reservations, email: celia@earthsanctuary.org r Questions? Call 360-331-6667
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1 » Toby’s Tavern in Coupeville, the coolest place to grab a beer on the west Coast, serves more Penn Cove mussels than any other restaurant. 2 » Head to the Langley Marina and look for sailboats, scuba divers, starfish — maybe an octopus. 3 » Each spring and fall Whidbey artists open their studios to the public. It's an unforgettable opportunity to see artists in action. 4 » More than 2,000 people descend on the island each March to run the awesome Whidbey Marathon scenic route. 5 » Visit South Whidbey Community Park off Maxwelton Road in Langley and bring your basketball for a game. 6 » Head to Double Bluff Beach near Freeland and
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try to walk the sand past the bluff and back before the tide comes in. 7 » Visit the Island County Historical Society Museum in Coupeville and see how a quaint little island was founded. 8 » Visit Saratoga Woods Preserve, 118 acres of mature forest, just outside Langley on Saratoga Road and hug a tree. 9 » Stop in at the Star Store on Second Street in Langley for a bunch of fresh daffodils or a specialty chicken pot pie. 10 » Each of Whidbey's beaches has it’s own treasure hunting possibilities and beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. 11 » Tee up for a game at the Gallery Golf Course in Oak Harbor, recently named among Golf Di-
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gest’s “Best Places to Play.” 12 » Visit one of Whidbey’s growing number of wineries. Chat up the vinters and walk the grounds. 13 » Build a creation out of driftwood at one of Whidbey’s many public beaches.
himself as he roasts up a batch of organic, fair trade beans just for you! 18 » Rent a kayak from the Coupeville Wharf and paddle around Penn Cove with friends.
Bayview Farm & Garden next door and walk down to the pond. 24 » See beautiful private gardens & get inspired at the Oak Harbor Garden Club and Whidbey Island garden tours, both in June. 25 » Shake your booty at the street dance that caps the Choochokam Arts Festival every July in Langley.
19 » Hop on an Island Transit bus for a free trip to anywhere on the island.
26 » Bike, walk or run the newly expanded trail system along Oak Harbor’s beautiful waterfront.
20 » Catch a triple feature and snacks at the Blue Fox Drive-In, one of the last drive-ins in America.
27 » Get a faceful during the pie-eating contest at the Loganberry Festival at Greenbank Farm.
15 » Peruse the goods at the island’s many antique stores. Whidbey is a mecca for those looking for goods from decades past.
21 » Watch the impressive fireworks display at Windjammer Park for Oak Harbor's Old-Fashioned Fourth festivities.
28 » Watch the colorful spinnakers billow during the Whidbey Island Race Week sailing regatta, held each July.
16 » Visit the Coupeville Farmers Market and grab fresh produce, warm baked goods and cool trinkets to take home.
22 » Climb the spiral staircase at the Admiralty Head Lighthouse and look out over the wide open passage.
29 » Meet old friends and make new ones at the Maxwelton Parade on Independence Day.
17 » Stop by one of the island's local coffee roasters and talk to the roastmaster
23 » Stroll through the shops at Bayview Corner, peruse the perennials at
14 » Catch a cruise on Deception Pass Tours & see the island’s scenic bridge passage and surrounding waters from a different angle. Maybe a whale too!
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Start at either end of the island and take a scenic tour: Visit all the places that beautifully showcase different aspects of Northwest horticulture.
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A gorgeous 23-year-old display garden and nursery specializes in the best perennials, shrubs, trees, grasses, vines and herbs. Inspiring potting shed, lathe house, and Victorian home set the scene. Featured in The New York Times, Better Homes and Gardens, Sunset, Country Home, Country Gardens, Gardeners on the Go, N.W. Best Places, etc. Expert help, design consultations, and wedding flower service available. 7568 Cultus Bay Rd., Clinton. (360) 579-2329 April-Sept., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Tuesday & Wednesday. www.cultusbaynursery.com
Meerkerk Gardens, Whidbey Island’s peaceful woodland garden, features 10 acres of display gardens enveloped by a 43 acre nature UMMINGBIRD preserve with hiking trails. The Gardens are ARM URSERY open year ‘round from 9am to 4pm. Meerkerk is known for its spring season Known for a great selection of unusual when thousands of rhododendrons bloom plants, this nursery specializes in growing in harmony with over 100,000 spring bulbs, both familiar and rare varieties of perennials, magnolias, cherry trees and native understory annuals, herbs, shrubs, vines, roses, and trees. shrubs and groundcovers, nestled among the The popular display gardens include humsecond growth forest. Summer features the mingbird and butterfly gardens, a bog garden, Lily Show augmented with colorful waves of a moon garden, and a wild-rose garden. The companion plantings. gift shop features garden art and botanical Autumn offers a serene mosaic of beautiful gifts. Open Wed-Sun 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. foliage: winter’s solitude showcases sculptural Call (360) 679-5044 or visit our website IRK S ARDEN aspects of the landscape. Music occurs for www.hummingbirdfarmnursery.com Mother’s Day and September brings the return URSERY Offering locally grown plants, specializing of the Whidbey Island Bluegrass Festival. in varieties that grow well in the Puget Sound This not-for-profit garden is cared for by our horticultural staff and dedicated volunteers. area, with a large selection of flowering trees, Volunteer opportunities abound. Meerkerk is evergreens, shrubs, ornamental grasses & perennials, as well as the unusual and hard-t0- located in the heart of Whidbey Island, just find plants. In our display garden you will find south of Greenbank off HWY 525 at a pond surrounded by water, marginal and bog 3531 Meerkerk Lane. (360) 678-1912 plants. A fun place to stroll and enjoy the rich- www.meerkerkgardens.org 6 (Winter hours and scheduled ness of textures and colors. Maxwelton Road events may vary. Please phone or BU )JHIXBZ r -BOHMFZ /PX open daily. Call for changing seasonal hours. check our website for details.)
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Wander our beautiful lavender fields, herb gardens, lavender labyrinth, pond, and gazebo, have a picnic, U-Pick in season, unique lavender products. Plan events & weddings on the farm. We have an incredible view overlooking the Olympics, Strait of Juan de Fuca, and Vancouver Island. 2530 Darst Rd. (off West Beach Rd.), Coupeville. Toll Free (877) 242-7716 +VOF "VH r 4FQU .BZ Order online anytime at www.lavenderwind.com
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he tiny community of Greenbank has two iconic landmarks that can’t be missed. On the east side of Highway 525 is the 522-acre Greenbank Farm, which is a living-history farm, a scenic recreation site, an important historical location, a great place to shop and eat, and a community-gathering place. On the west side, you’ll notice Coupe’s Greenbank Store. Walk inside the 104-year-old store, and you’ll feel that you’ve slipped into a bygone era.
The historic Greenbank Farm often plays host to festivals, farmers markets, weddings, gatherings and intriguing sites such as the Loganberry Festival performance of the Mossyback Morris Men (above).
getting here ... Greenbank is at the heart of Whidbey Island. From the Keystone Ferry or any point north on the island, head south on Highway 525 until you spot the distinctive red barns of the Greenbank Farm. The tiny town surrounds this area.
SET YOUR ITINERARY
MORNING
Wake up and take a walk on the extensive rolling trails at the Greenbank Farm. The view from the windswept ridge running through the farm is simply stunning, with a 180-degree panorama of two mountain ranges, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, Saratoga Passage, and on a clear day, even Mount Rainier.
NOON
Drive to Meerkerk Rhododendron Gardens. You’ll find hundreds of types of rhododendrons, but there’s much more flora to enjoy. If you feel energetic, there’s more than four miles of nature trails. Head back to the Greenbank Farm and visit Whidbey Pies, a popular lunch spot for locals and visitors. Fresh-baked, artisan pies are the specialty.
NIGHT
Start your weekend off right with First Fridays at the Farm festivities. The Wine Shop and Tasting Room hosts an exciting evening of wine discussion with the winemaker. The shops and cafe stay open until 8 p.m. those nights. Head outside to gaze at the stars. The rural area is far from city lights, so it's an impressive nighttime show.
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here’s a world of pleasure awaiting golfers on Whidbey, regardless of their skill level. From Lam’s Links, a mile south of Deception Pass, to Island Greens in Clinton just north of the ferry dock, it’s a golfer’s paradise. Featuring some of the most scenic courses in the Pacific Northwest, folks hitting the links can expect challenging water hazards, unbelievable terrain and enough scenic views to make it hard to keep their eyes on the ball. Fore!
ISLAND GREENS
» Public, 9 Hole, Par-3 Course French Road, Clinton 360-579-6042 Celebrating its 20th anniversary, this is small, intimate and very user-friendly. Island Greens is the perfect place for a round after work or to teach the younger set the proper course etiquette.
THE GALLERY GOLF COURSE
» Public, 18 Hole, Par-72 Course N. Cowpens Road, Oak Harbor 360-257-2178 Recently named as one of Golf Digest’s "Best Places to
Play," The Gallery's honors are well deserved. It's a blue-collar course for the serious golfer. The front nine is pretty straight forward while the back nine takes you into the woods. Revamped course design on a few holes adds to the exciting play.
LAM’S LINKS
» Public, 9 Hole, Par-3 Course Ducken Road, Oak Harbor 360-675-3412 Perfect course for beginners to learn the finer points of the game and the farthest north of any island golf course. Developed in the early 1970s, every tree on the property was hand-planted on the former lush pasture land.
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HOLMES HARBOR GOLF CLUB
» Public, 18 Hole, Par-64 Course Harbor Hills Drive, Freeland 360-331-2363 Situated along the northern slope of Holmes Harbor, the club’s greens meander through neighborhoods with peek-a-boo views of the Sound and challenging fairways.
USELESS BAY COUNTRY CLUB
» Private, 18 Hole, Par-72 Course S. Country Club Drive, Langley 360-321-5960 Watch out for the 400-yard
par-4 15th hole, almost impossible to reach in less than two shots without a strong and true drive. The club is noted for flawless greens, roughs, water hazards, sand traps and tee boxes.
WHIDBEY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
» Private, 18 Hole, Par-72 Course Fairway Lane, Oak Harbor 360-675-5490 Unique design and well-maintained facilities make this a challenging, yet fun, experience for golfers. The course features great emerald greens surrounded by woods and spectacular water hazards.
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ineteenth Century charm abounds throughout the historic town of Coupeville. The county seat and home to Whidbey Island’s only hospital (for now), Coupeville still has buildings that have been standing since the town’s founding in the mid 1850s. Front Street and Main Street is the shopping center for the historic town. Art galleries, restaurants along with bed and breakfasts are operating of out many of the historic buildings.
SET YOUR ITINERARY
MORNING
Fort Casey State Park provides a picture of an early 20th Century army base, complete with gun emplacements. Start your morning there and watch the sunrise from Admiralty Head Lighthouse. North of Coupeville's town center, Fort Ebey State Park provides access to numerous hiking trails.
NOON
Head down to historic Front Street and enjoy a bite to eat at the quirky Toby’s Tavern. The Island County Historical Society museum located at the corner of Front and Alexander is a place to learn about the early days of Island County. Tour the exhibits and grab pamphlets to learn more about the area.
NIGHT
The historic town of Coupeville is home to numerous bed and breakfasts, which are located inside some of the town’s vintage buildings. Ebey’s Landing, located south of Coupeville provides picturesque sunsets. Enjoy dinner at such places as the Tyee or Christopher’s on Whidbey.
Located within Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve, sites such as the Davis Blockhouse located within the Sunnyside Cemetery are common visual history markers.
getting here ...
Coupeville is located half way up Whidbey Island, along Highway 20. Aside from the Front Street area, this tiny town is sprawled across rolling prairie land. Visitors can also access the town across the water via the Keystone-Port Townsend Ferry Route.
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ISLAND Your time on Whidbey doesn't have to end! Take a taste of the island home with you!
Whidbey Island Wild Blueberry Cake » Cream together 2/3 T shortening and 1 cup sugar. » Add 1 egg unbeaten. » Sift together and add: 2 cups flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt » Add: 1 cup milk 2 cups blueberries (floured) » Bake 30 minutes at 350 degrees in a brownie tin, 9-inch square. Creates delicious hot bread, specially for lunch or barbecue supper. Berries grow wild in most of Whidbey’s woods. Recipe found in “Whidbey Island Recipe Specialities,” Good Cheer's original cook book.
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Explore Whidbey,s blossoming wine country BLOOMS WINERY
» FREELAND 5302 S. E Harbor Rd. 360-331-4084 www.bloomswinery.com Ken and Virginia Bloom’s interest in wine began as a hobby that eventually grew into the Blooms Winery in Freeland. The couple now rely on friends and family to help with their grape harvests. Visit the Blooms and taste their award winning wine.
FISHTALK VINEYARD » FREELAND 5071 S. Bercot Road 360-331-5335 www.fishtalkvinyard.com FishTalk Vineyard is a small, family run vineyard and winery that lies above the shores of Puget Sound. Winemaker David Schaal is dedicated to making small lots of handcrafted estate wines. Currently available at Greenbank Farm Wine Shop and other wine shops.
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GREENBANK CELLARS
» GREENBANK 3112 Day Road 360-678-3964 www.whidbey.com/wine Frank and Betty Rayle pair mouth-watering wines, crafted by winemaker David Moore, with a stunning
atmosphere at Greenbank Cellars, in Greenbank. A vintage early 1900s bar adds classic ambiance to the tasting room, open Thursday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visitors can also peruse local crafts at the winery’s art gallery.
in June of 1992 with 400 cases of wine. Now assistant winemaker Leah Waaramaki now helps the vineyard produce about 3500 cases a year. Stop by and try their award-winning wines, enjoy the winery grounds, and learn more about grape growing and wine making.
HOLMES HARBOR SWEDE HILL CELLARS CELLARS » FREELAND 4591 S. Honeymoon Bay Rd. 360-331-3544 www.holmesharborcellars.com A bubbling fountain and arched doorway welcome visitors to the 20-acre wooded estate of Holmes Harbor Cellars. Guests enjoy stunning views of Holmes Harbor while tasting and listening to music by multitalented winemaker Greg Martinez. Owner/winemakers Greg and Theresa Martines offer tastings from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekends, or by appointment.
» CLINTON Swede Hill Road 206-200-1728 www.swedehillcellars.com Enjoy handcrafted boutique wines and small lot productions of Syrah, Rhone style blends, Viognier, Tempranillo, Red Bordeaux style blends crafted by winemaker Eric Murphy, at Swede Hill Cellars, owned by Eric Murphy and David Ott. Winery and wine tasting open mid-summer 2009.
WHIDBEY ISLAND VINEYARDS & WINERY
» LANGLEY 5881 Maxwelton Road 360-321-6226 Owners and Winemakers Karen and Jack Krug produce estate bottled pinot noir, available this summer.
» LANGLEY 5237 S. Langley Road 360-221-2040 www.whidbeyislandwinery.com Owners Greg and Laura Osenbach planted the first grapes in the vineyard property in 1986, and opened the winery doors
WHIDBEY WINE
lodging
AMENITIES/SERVICES
Lodging & Address
Phone & Website
Best Western Harbor Plaza 800-927-5478 33175 State Route 20 www.bestwestern. Oak Harbor, WA 98277 com/harborplaza Black Bear's Cabin 360-678-6926 343 Harrington Road www.blackbears Coupeville, WA 98239 cabin.com Bluff on Whidbey, The 800-868-0636 4808 Jones Road, TheBluffon Oak Harbor, WA 98277 whidbey.com Candlewood Suites 360-279-2222 33221 State Route 20 candlewood Oak Harbor, WA 98277 suites.com Coachman Inn 800-635-0043 32959 SR 20 www.thecoach Oak Harbor, WA 98277 maninn.com North Whidbey Inn 360-675-5911 461 SE Midway Blvd. nwimotel@ Oak Harbor, WA 98277 verizon.net Coupe de Villa B&B 360-678-4686 801 Tremont NW www.coupedevilla Coupeville, WA 98239 bandb.com Jenne Farm Gathering Farm 360-678-4433 538 Engle Road http://jennefarm. Coupeville, WA 98239 homestead.com Delphinium House 360-678-5578 602 NW Glenwood Court www.delphinium Coupeville, WA 98239 house.com Eagle Aerie 360-678-2217 Scenic W. Panoramic View www.eagle Coupeville, WA 98239 aerie.net
This is not a complete list of Whidbey lodging. Contact lodging to make sure services listed are current. Check with local chambers for more lodging options.
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ach week, the Whidbey News-Times and South Whidbey Record feature a section that highlights great offerings in Whidbey Dining and Entertainment. It's where you'll find the latest specials offered by island restaurants, upcoming live entertainment & everything you need to plan your outings for that week. Find the Whidbey Dining & Entertainment Guide inside the print editions of the NewsTimes and Record, as well as on the Websites www.whidbeynewstimes.com and www. southwhidbeyrecord.com. To be a part of a dining directory that will be included in next year's Whidbey Islander, contact the Whidbey News-Times today at 360-675-6611. Participation is needed to guarantee this vital guide can be produced for the Whidbey Islander next year.
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Stormy's Chalet P.O. Box 703 Coupeville, WA 98239 Anchorage Inn B & B 807 N. Main Street Coupeville, WA 98239 Fort Casey Inn 1124 Engle Road Coupeville, WA 98239 Lovejoy Inn on Whidbey 5 NW 8th Street Coupeville, WA 98239 House Next Door 789 NW Alexander St., Coupeville, WA 98239 Morris Farmhouse B&B 105 West Morris Road Coupeville, WA 98239 Blue Goose Inn B&B 702 North Main Street Coupeville, WA, 98239 1902 San de Fuca Schoolhouse 650 Zylstra Road Coupeville, WA 98239 By The Cove Inn 11 NW Coveland Coupeville, WA 98239 Calista Cottage 801 North Main St. Coupeville, WA, 98239 Beach Studio on Penn Cove 1425 Fossil Lane Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Crockett Farm 1056 Crockett Farm Road Coupeville, WA 98239 Garden Isle Guest Cottages 207 NW Coveland Street Coupeville, WA 98239 Garden Isle Vacation Home 207 NW Coveland Street Coupeville, WA 98239 WildeBerry Inn 23923 SR 525 Greenbank, WA 98253 Drake's Landing 203 Wharf Street Langley, WA 98260 Morning Glory Cottage 3795 Morning Glory Lane Langley, WA 98260 Farmhouse B&B 2740 Sunshine Lane Clinton, WA 98236 Cedar Grove Getaway Cottage 3067 Quigley Road Langley, WA 98260 Island Getaways 397 Cardinal Way Freeland, WA 98249 Carol Lee's Attic 3704 S. Saratoga Road Langley, WA 98260 Heron Beach Cottage PO Box 1243 Clinton, WA 98236 Eagles Nest Inn 4680 Saratoga Road Langley, WA 98260 Garden Path Suites 111 1st Street Langley, WA 98260
360-929-8448 info@stormys chalet.com 360-678-5581 www.anchorageinn.com 866-661-6604 www.fortcasey inn.com 360-678-1204 www.thelovejoy inn.com 360-678-1204 www.whidbey islandhouse.com 866-440-1555 www.morrisfarm house.com 877-678-4284 www.blue gooseinn.com 206-372-0374 www.islandsanctu aryproperties.com 360-678-4929 www.bythe cove.com 360-678-5581 www.calista cottage.com 360-279-8855 www.PennCove BeachStudio.com 360-678-2036 www.crockett barn.com 1-877-881-1203 www.gardenisle cottages.com 1-877-881-1203 www.gardenisle cottages.com 360-914-6241 www.wildeberry inn.com 360-221-3999 chrdrake @gmail.com 206-601-8244 www.cottageon whidbey.com 888-888-7022 www.farm housebb.com 360-321-4978 www.cedargrove getaway.com 360-331-7707 www.whidbeynet. net/getaways 360-730-1955 www.carollees attic.com 360-319-5111 http://heronbeach cottage.com 800-243-5536 www.eagles nestinn.com 360-221-5121 gardenpathsuites. com
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$150 and above/ $80- $150
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