Bloedel Reserve is one of the most visited places on Bainbridge Island. Since you are staying over, why don’t you drive over the Agate Pass Bridge and visit Heronswood Botanical Garden as well.

Bainbridge Island and Kitsap County are ideal places to visit in the late spring. Outdoor activities. Along the way to Heronswood, stop at Suqaumish Museum

Drive back through Poulsbo on Liberty Bay. Nordiska, coffee, lunch, or dinner Sogno di Vino under the magnolia tree.

After your time in nature, retreat to your private room in our petit hotel. The top choice for lodging on Bainbridge Island because we are the only boutique hotel in the downtown area. Ideally located to walk to many of the best restaurants, shops and coffee shops our island has to offer. Book your room now.

 

 

 

It is recommended Purchase time-entry tickets before you visit

open Tuesday to Sunday year road.

First Wednesday of every month, pay what you wish.

Ample parking, or take BI ride

A loop  trail winds through the Reserve. 2 mi long, allow 2 hours

Meadow Trail, Sheep sheds, Arboretum, pond and orchid trail, buxton bird marsh

Residence

The glen, The birch trail, Japanese Guest House and Japanese Garden, Moss Garden, The Reflection Pool and Mid Pond

lush textures, vibrant colors,

view of the Puget Sound from the Residence

lose yourself in nature.

events like fungi walk, plein air painting for beginners and writing

many features were created by Prentice Bloedel for his wife.

Shop at the gatehouse for nature inspired gifts from local artists.

 

 

 

Heronswood Botanical Garden is located about 30 minutes from the inn. Owned by the Port S’Kallam Tribe.

Peaceful, tranquil

over 8000 varities of plants

six distinctive gardens

open five days a week.

Formal European styled gardens more natural gardens

collection of plants you won’t find elsewhere in Kitsap County

Known for rare plans.

goal of preserving the link between plants and people. restore traditional uses

Demonstrate the significance of native plants to the Strong People- edible berries, grasses used for weaving, prairie with edible bulbs.

Heronswood also offers classes and events– forest bathing, plants salas and gardening classes.