Great Views & More at Lime Kiln Point State Park on San Juan Island

There’s no shortage of fantastic things to do on San Juan Island, but one of our favorite destinations is Lime Kiln Point State Park. The park offers stunning coastal views and a historic lighthouse, and it’s known as one of the best land-based whale-watching locations in the world! The 41-acre park represents quintessential northwest scenes […]

San Juan Island: Your Rainy Day Agenda

San Juan Island enjoys, on average,  247 days of sunshine. Friday Harbor has half the rainy days of Seattle. Still, when the rain falls, it’s important to know where to go and how to make the best use of your time on the island. 1. Spa Day Lavendera Day Spa is located about three blocks […]

Take a Family Kayaking Trip on San Juan Island

Content by Jennifer Furber In the fifteen years I’ve called the islands home, I had never been kayaking on San Juan Island. I walk along the island’s shores all summer long and float atop the sea in our fishing boat. I had thought I’d seen all I could see. Besides, I’m scared of deep water, […]

Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Recipe

To me, nothing says summer better than strawberry rhubarb pie! Growing up, I discovered my love for rhubarb in this pie. And now, I am absolutely spoiled with fresh rhubarb grown right outside the cafe door of the Harrison House Suites. This recipe is from one of our favorite cookbooks, “Baking Illustrated” by the editors of […]