Seattle seaplanes seaplane base airport is 47 miles from this property. Aug 08, 2018 the new owners of the captain whidbey inn have hired q hospitality management to breathe new life into the 111yearold coupeville property overlooking penn cove on whidbey island. Captain whidbey inn coupeville historic waterfront assoc. Island county times 1906 19 nw front street, now home to jan mcgregor studio. Captain whidbey inn coupeville hotels, washington youtube. Everything from the comfortable rooms, delicious food, friendly staff and epic views bring out the true character of this place. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless internet access.
Captain joseph whidbey coupeville historic waterfront assoc. A chance to get to know the captain whidbey, new owners. Reserve a book discussion kit from our book discussion kit reservation system today. Secluded cabins provide original stone fireplaces and a whirlpool tub for warmth and relaxation. Charming history and modern amenities make captain whidbey inn the perfect place for a romantic getaway. The staff was great, the location and foodbeverages superb. Book now historic lodge standing stalwart as if a ship run aground, the historic lodge is the heart of captain whidbey its stone fireplace the gathering place of the grounds and the center from which all warmth of captain whidbey radiates. Also suitable for conferences, retreats, weddings, and other special events. Books for pleasure, learning, entertainment, and fun for all ages.
Find out about those who made central whidbey a working community, hear their stories, find out the meaning of sunnysides monuments and historic landscape, and take a trip into the past. Kingfisher books coupeville historic waterfront assoc. The captain whidbey inn rooms, cabins and suites were recently redesigned to showcase the rich history of the small piece of the island. We stayed at the rustic and darling captain whidbey, an inn nestled in a grove of old growth pines on the shore of this magical little island. Captain whidbey restaurant coupeville, wa opentable. Jan 17, 2017 captain whidbey inn 3 stars hotel in coupeville, washington within us travel directory less than 10 minutes drive from fort ebey state park, this historic inn offers a daily complimentary. This inn still exists as the captain whidbey inn, farther west of coupeville on penn cove. Captain whidbey in coupeville located at 2072 captain whidbey inn rd.
Harbor inn motel located on whidbey island 1606 east main street. Captain whidbey partner salty acres farm can be reached by a 10minute bike ride. Whidbey and camano islands feature several fullservice hotels that still have that small town charm. Weve reserved rooms at the captain whidbey inn and the local coupeville inn see info below for our guests. Its approximately 55 miles long along the road, or 37 miles as the crow flies, and the history of the island has been written. A photo diary of the captain whidbey, your perfect pacific. Whidbey island, which forms the western portion of island county, was named on june 10, 1792, by captain vancouver for joseph whidbey 17551833, master of the hms discovery, who proved it was an island by discovering deception pass. In light of the rapidly evolving situation with covid19 and in compliance with the recommendation of gov. Collaborations with iconic brands and curators such as filson, glasswing, we the nomads, and edit whidbey bring a modern, yet authentic spin to the stunning accommodations. A history of whidbeys island whidbey island state of. Along with an inn that hasnt changed much in over 100 years, there are cabins where guests have frequently heard things that cant be explained. One of these, dorothy neil, collected a treasure trove of interviews with oldtimers and wrote several books about whidbey island history.
Book early so you can choose which room suits your travel. The captain whidbey inn, located in the heart of ebeys landing national historic reserve is surrounded by forest and hugs the shore of whidbey islands penn cove. The captain whidbey s beautiful waterfront setting, edible gardens and penn cove view, provided all guests with a memorable experience. There are 14 rooms that are blocked as one accomodation option for you and available in the lagoon area of the property. Book now at 459 restaurants near captain whidbey inn on opentable. Well reflect on the day over refreshments with a waterfront view at the historic captain whidbey inn, before heading back to seattle.
Inn nestled among old growth firs on shore of whidbey island. View all upcoming book discussion meetings, or select your library below to see if your library has any meetings scheduled. Book discussion groups meet at many snoisle libraries locations. The vehicle can still be seen at the island county historical society museum. Whether youre searching for a family getaway or a business trip, these hotels and motels will suit your needs. You may reserve one of these rooms by requesting them under the york wedding party name. Captain whidbey restaurant reservations in coupeville, wa.
Book now at captain whidbey restaurant in coupeville, wa. With an eye for special experiences, our team has developed an array of program options for your dream wedding on whidbey island. Visit historic coupevilles 19th century haller house and learn about its ongoing restoration. Its that one where you can explore a secluded cove in a row boat, or doze off on a hammock with that book youve been meaning to read lying open on your chest. Historical reserve are presenting rural recollections, captain whidbey inn a new. A long weekend on whidbey island, the playground of the. Captain whidbey inn, coupeville mag book sa ilalim ng aming best price guarantee. Captain whidbey inn this rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. Book discussion groups meet at many snoisle library locations. A place so special that as soon as we saw pulled up we knew right away this was going to be an enchanting two night getaway. If you would like to book your loding at either property please do so asap as rooms will book up quickly and its first book first serve.
The port townsend ferry is less than 20 minutes drive from the property. The decor of captain whidbey is inspired by the inns history. Jay inslee, we are choosing to pivot in order to protect you, our guests, and our team going forward. Captain whidbey inn, whidbey island, wa beatler surrey 604. Rooms reverent of the islands many past lives, the rooms at captain whidbey champion the stories behind things, with novel interplays of old and new and through natural harmony with the surrounding culture, the landscape and the sea. Captain whidbey is just minutes from the destination resort town of coupeville, and set in the heart of ebeys national historical reserve on whidbey island. Save time on parking when you opt to take advantage of one of the parking facilities nearby. To book, call 3606784097 and reference the alstonmintz wedding. Why washingtons whidbey island is the pacific northwest. Island county historical society museum and mariners court shops are located 1.
Situated on whidbey island, at penn cove on saratoga passage, the town was once the site of three permanent lower skagit tribal villages. The gateway to beautiful and rugged wild, captain whidbey fosters a sense of romance, a longing for adventure and a communion with the natural world. Please call the inn directly to book these rooms instead of using website. Feb 15, 2012 the captain whidbey inn is a romantic turn of the 20th century inn for that perfect getaway weekend to whidbey and the san juan islands. A history of whidbeys island whidbey island state of washington. Please allow me to show you around the captain whidbey in this photo diary. For over 111 years our property has played host to gatherings of all sizes.
Another local historian of note was george kellogg. Nov 14, 2005 whidbey island, which forms the western portion of island county, was named on june 10, 1792, by captain vancouver for joseph whidbey 17551833, master of the hms discovery, who proved it was an island by discovering deception pass. Inside captain whidbey, washingtons reimagined island inn. New owners hope to breathe new life into the iconic captain. New, old, used and collectable, kingfishers is a book lovers paradise. Jul 10, 2019 the decor of captain whidbey is inspired by the inn s history. At this early 1900s inn, folks say the apparition of an older woman roams the halls. The post and beam construction, with the log infill, sits intact as originally built. Built in 1907, this nonsmoking property features a library and bicycles for hire.
Our living room style restaurant and dining room reflect captain whidbey s warm and casual approach to hospitality. Owners of the kingfisher are learners and books are their teachers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypoallergenic bedding can be requested. Built in 1907 as the whidisle inn, captain whidbey enjoys a serene and protected forest setting on penn cove only 1. Take the newly reopened captain whidbey, their latest acquisition, located 30 miles north of seattle in washingtons puget sound. Witnesses also have heard the ghostly sound of girls laughing in one room, and in another, a ghost makes an impression in a bed. The blue goose is for history fans who enjoy their modern creature comforts. The coupeville inn is a charming french mansard style inn located in beautiful downtown coupeville just a block from the historic coupeville wharf, the island county historical museum, antique shops, boutiques, gift shops and numerous fine restaurants. Coupeville the captain whidbey inn, a beloved central. Mangyaring ipagbigayalam sa captain whidbey inn nang maaga ang iyong inaasahang oras ng pagdating. Focusing on ingredients grown locally on whidbey island, as well as produce, flowers and herbs harvested from the captain whidbey gardens, our culinary focus is on northwest comfort foods. Captain whidbey inns new owners plan a facelift for 111. Choice of lodging in the historic inn, lagoon rooms or private cabins. Larry fisher, chris fishers greatgrandson, still works occasionally on the inn.
So the stage is set for history to repeat itself, in a historic northwest setting. Book captain whidbey inn since 1907, coupeville on tripadvisor. Less than 10 minutes drive from fort ebey state park. This hotel is steps from kettles recreation area and 2 miles from downtown of coupeville. Captain whidbey offers 29 accommodations with irons ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Reserve a book discussion kit at our book discussion kit reservation system today. History and nostalgia unite in romantic patriotism in these ten cottages originally built for officers stationed during world war i at fort casey. It is with heavy hearts that we have decided to temporarily avert our course at the captain whidbey inn. Captain whidbey inn, coupeville updated na 2020 prices. The inn is bustling with activity and public interest. The areas natural beauty can be seen at fort ebey state park and fort casey, while island county historical society and pby memorial foundation pbynaval air museum are cultural highlights. The dock and main lodge finding captain whidbey inn, a historic inn on the shores of penn cove outside of seattle, began as most discoveries do nowadays.
A history of whidbeys island whidbey island state of washington kellogg, george albert on. The new updates have made it all the more special by adding a modern touch that also remains authentic to the history of the inn. Captain whidbey inn since 1907 updated 2020 prices. Spend time in serenity this next vacation when you book your next trip to captain whidbey inn in coupeville. Beautiful setting, tons of character, charm and history in the main building.
As a whidbey island resident, im so pleased to see the capt. Everything you need to know about the captain whidbey inn since 1907 rooms at tripadvisor. A restaurant and bar is located on site at the captain whidbey, and is open daily. The captain whidbey inn, a lodging and hospitality establishment built in 1907, is located on. For lodging that evokes the maritime past, the nearby captain whidbey inn in the 1960s, the islands namesake was given a posthumous rank promotion by the establishments owners. Built in 1907 as the whidisle inn, captain whidbey enjoys a serene and protected forest setting on penn cove a short 35 minute seaplane flight from seattle. Coupeville inn the coupeville inn is a 6 minute drive from the captain whidbey in downtown coupeville, walking distance from the. Sep 24, 2010 coupeville is one of washingtons oldest towns and the seat of island county. Captain whidbey is the unofficial official lodge of ebeys landing national historic reserve. Its approximately 55 miles long along the road, or 37 miles as the crow flies, and the history of the island has been written primarily by those whove lived it, with impeccable documentation and a deep devotion to historic preservation, primarily via citizen historian volunteers and oral histories. Now you can when you stay at captain whidbey inn in coupeville. Captain whidbey inn built in 1907 as the whidisle inn, captain whidbey enjoys a serene and protected forest setting on penn cove a short 35 minute seaplane flight from seattle.
Set on the shore of penns cove, captain whidbey s accommodations include a captains suite above the main tavern, where you can spot whales from your bed. Part pacific northwest playground and part ode to vernacular craftsmanship, the 100plusyearold inn feels like that rare project that is simultaneously standing still in time and setting sail for the modern. These are the types of timeless experiences that the new owners of the captain whidbey inn are modernizing through their renovation of the 112yearold coupeville resort. Free wifi and a 24hour front desk are provided for guest convenience at captain whidbey inn. Whidbey island has had a succession of local newspapers. Captain whidbey has long been a place of tradition, celebration and ceremony. Spend time in serenity this next vacation when you book your next trip to captain whidbey inn in. In so doing, he proved that whidbey island, thought by the early spanish explorers to be part of the mainland, was in reality an island. The restaurant menu veers towards the rustic and hearty, with inventive shellfish dishes, breakfast boards, local produce from our garden, housesmoked meats, housecured pickles and salmon. Located in coupeville, captain whidbey is in a rural location and near the bay. Every area on the property is different, with historic details and custom furnishings maintained throughout. Captain whidbey inn, coupeville updated 2020 prices. Captain whidbey inns new owners plan a facelift for 111year. Pretend youre in a wes anderson movie at this whidbey island escape.
Mention explore it when you call and book this special to get the discount. Be respectfully introduced to some of the first residents of whidbey island. Please note that the bus and certain sites on the tour may not be ada accessible. Pretend youre in a wes anderson movie at this whidbey island. The captain whidbey inn, whidbey island, wa honest chatter. The captain whidbey inn is one of my favorite places to be.
The captain whidbey inn was built in the fall and winter of 1907 from madrona logs and stone found onsite by chris fisher and his son edward. Stepping through the inn s front door takes you back to 1907 when judge still and his men originally cut and placed the first timber and laid the stone for the inn. He was also the first documented nonindian explorer to set foot on the island, landing at penns cove near. Judge still was a prominent local official and entrepreneur who built the log whidisle inn. Joseph whidbey, master of hms discovery under the command of captain vancouver, discovered deception pass in 1792 and fully explored it. The new owners of the captain whidbey inn have hired q hospitality management to breathe new life into the 111yearold coupeville property overlooking penn cove on whidbey island. Portland trio purchases the venerable captain whidbey inn. Captain whidbey inn all lodging coupeville chamber of.