Friday Harbor, WA Vacation Destinations

We had the pleasure of assisting one of our guests with a proposal. He asked us to decorate the room upon their return. After we received the text message saying 'success', Shaylynn quickly went to work preparing their room. Here is what they returned to:

Lodging and Dining Friday Harbor, WA San Juan Island
Harrison House Suites and Tucker House Inn
Coho Restaurant

San Juan Islands B&B - Tucker House Guest Book

Dear Anna Maria and David,

Just a quick note in response to your email. Our stay in the log cabin at The Tucker House Bed and Breakfast was amazing. I have given your name and number to several friends and family members already.

We loved and appreciated everything. I believe I experienced withdrawal symptoms my first few days away from The Tucker House Inn, going without your marvelous breakfast and afternoon cookies was a challenge.

Thank you for everything.

Viola and family
Mosca, Colorado


Lodging and Dining Friday Harbor, WA San Juan Island
Harrison House Suites and Tucker House Inn
Coho Restaurant

San Juan Islands Lodging - Friday Harbor - Tucker House

A vacation memory from Colleen & Arlene from Manitoba and Sydney, Canada. They stayed with us last spring in the Goose in the Pond Cottage. They are planning a return visit this March and sent us this picture to share.

Friday Harbor, Washington Accommodations - Tucker House

Well, the photos are coming in fast and furiously after the request in our last newsletter.

Here are two that came in this evening from one of our guests John, from Mountain View, California. The first is a spectacular majestic bald eagle. I remember John mentioning at breakfast how he was waiting for the perfect shot. His patience really paid off. Thanks for sending these for all of us to share.

The bluffs at American Camp - John's second contribution.

Remembering why we are innkeepers - Friday Harbor Bed & Breakfast

Dave and I are fortunate to be touched by many of our guests. We have the pleasure and joy of sharing weddings, anniversaries and birthdays. Last night, we opened our hearts and our home to a couple whose 44 year old daughter, Claudia, is dying of Ovarian Cancer in Bellevue. They came to the San Juans for peace and repose. This morning after they left, we reflected on the fragility of life. Claudia is our age. How can that be? She is dying. She will leave a husband without a wife and two sons 10 and 12 without a Mom. Life is cruel and sometimes unfair. They left Claudia's blog on the guest computer and invited us to be part of her life. We read the 2 year 3 month account of Claudia's illness. Claudia's circle of friends now includes two innkeepers on San Juan Island. We will wait each day to read the family's blog entry. We feel helpless and remote but connected through this virtual community. We look forward to a time when Claudia's family can celebrate her life on San Juan Island.

Happy New Year 2008 from the Tucker House

Happy New Year 2008! The Island grew this holiday season to accommodate friends and family who came to San Juan Island to be with loved ones or for those who wanted to escape the typical holiday trappings. Many of our guests enjoyed cooking family dinners, relaxing and reading, and taking long walks around town. One of our guests came with their own Charlie Brown Christmas Tree! It was fun exchanging Christmas traditions with our guests and sharing their holiday treats. This time of year, the days are short. We have been treated to some rather nice weather. We have had our share of northwest sunshine, but all in all a few blue sunny days here and there keep the spirit alive. We are looking forward to daffodils popping their heads out of the ground in just a few short weeks.

San Juan Island Hotel - Fall is in Full Swing at the Tucker House

This week we are enjoying beautiful fall weather. One of our guests went kayaking and enjoyed a private tour! This is the beauty of the fall. While we can't always guarantee perfect summer weather, guests have the hiking trails at the state and national parks, kayaking tours, and whale watching trips virtually to themselves. Today, two of our guests went whale watching. They had the rare experience of seeing the superpod - this is when all three of the resident pods J, K & L come together - upwards of 90 animals feeding and frolicing in the water.

From our snail mail box

Dear Anna Maria & David,

Your hospitality was the best. The raspberry torte - oh my gosh- it was so delicious, my mouth waters every time I think or talk about it. Raspberries are my favorite so you couldn't have given me a nicer treat.

Last evening, I tried your stuffed peppers on page 97. Also a keeper! I've searched for years for the best pepper recipe and now have found it.

My retirement trip to the Canadian Rockies and San Juan Island was a most memorable adventure. I know I will return one day to enjoy more of the sights and friendship.

Fondly,

Gay S., California

Birthday Celebration at the Tucker House

Kirsten and 25 of her close friends toasted her 60th birthday last weekend at the Tucker House. They had a harvest meal prepared by the staff that featured Roasted Chicken from Synergy Farms - San Juan Island, King Salmon from the Columbia River, homemade manicotti, brocollini from Thousand Flower Farm on Waldron, roasted fingerling potatoes from Nootka Rose Farm - Waldron Island, and local greens from Synergy Farms. Her friends brought hear a traditional Norwegian Cake that we topped with Lopez Island Raspberry Ice Cream.