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Roche Harbor has long been a favorite and unique destination for many travelers seeking to explore the best of the San Juan Islands. Located on the northern tip of San Juan Island, the historical company town stands next to the picturesque harbor and offers some of the most spectacular sunsets in the Pacific Northwest.
Listed on the National Register of Historical Sites, the old Hotel de Haro, built in 1886, has many rooms appointed with original antique pieces and offers the traveler an opportunity to step back in time and enjoy country ambiance of Old World charm. Once a favorite destination spot for President Theodore Roosevelt, Roche Harbor still welcomes visitors from all over the world to sample its charm and sense of history.
Roche Harbor’s history reaches back to the 19th-century when the area was occupied by 800 men and their families who worked the limestone quarries. John S. McMillin built several structures, including a hotel for his friends and family, and cottages for his workers.
Known as the "Jewel of the Islands" Roche Harbor provides a restful oasis of 40 acres covered with lush gardens, a glistening marina and now the finest in accommodations. |
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MCMILLIN SUITES - Four suites notched out of the home of Roche Harbor founder John S. McMillin’s son, Paul. The house sat in the sunken garden area before it was cribbed and jacked up the hill to its current perch on a bluff looking out to Vancouver Island, British Columbia. The suites overlook the beautiful gardens of Roche Harbor and the Pavilion Courtyard.
• King beds
• Separate sitting room with couch and chairs
• Fireplace
• Soaking tub for two
• Private balcony with full harbor views
• 450-500 sq. ft.
Amenities include Television, DVD-player, CD player, heated-tile floors, signature bathrobes, refrigerator, iron, alarm clock, hair dryer.
CONDOMINIUMS - Nestled in the shoreline woods, a short walk from the resort center one, two, and three-bedroom units offer partial or full harbor views. Many have open floor plans with spiral staircases leading up to lofts, and balconies that extend to beautiful views of the harbor and resort. With a wide assortment of sleeping configurations, the condos are a great place for one or two families to settle in for a long weekend or extended stay.
• One, two or three bedrooms
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Decks
• Partial or full harbor views
• Fireplace
Other amenities: television, private parking, iron, hair dryer, on-site (not in-room) laundry.
TOWN COTTAGES - These updated and refined 700 square foot cottages were once home to the families of men who worked the lime kilns more than a hundred years ago. Situated on a grassy hillside near the pool and playground, these accommodations are ideally located.
• Two bedrooms
• Fully equipped Kitchen
• Porch with furniture
• Full or partial water view
Other amenities: BBQ, picnic table, iron, hair dryer, alarm clocks.
QUARRYMAN HALL:
These are the newest guest suites, and are located above the Afterglow Spa in the Quarryman Hall building in the heart of Roche Harbor. The rooms are designed to exceed even the highest expectations of comfort and convenience, while offering a classic, turn-of-the-century feel reinforcing the period in which the old Hotel de Haro was built.
QUARRYMAN HALL SUITE - Offers a King-sized bed, comfortably appointed furnishings, fireplace and lots of windows to take in your beautiful surroundings. Amenities include heated-tile floors in bathroom, DVD player, signature robes, refrigerator, iron, hair dryer, alarm clock, complimentary high-speed Internet.
HOMES:
Families or groups interested in spending time together cooking and eating and sitting on the porch will enjoy two-and three-bedroom homes in luxury similar to the suites - yet a bit more space.
Treatments include:
• King-sized master bedrooms
• Fireplaces
• Flat-screen televisions
• Large living rooms
• Gourmet kitchens
• BBQs
• Full or partial harbor views
• Private parking spaces
Other amenities: DVD player, heated-tile floors, signature robes, iron, hair dryer, alarm clocks.
Two-bedroom homes feature…
• Front porches
• Backyard patios
• Two or three bathrooms
• 1850-2150 sq. ft.
Three-bedroom homes feature…
• Sun porches
• Top-level balconies
• Two full bathrooms
• 1400-1600 sq. ft. |
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From the finest in Northwest cuisine to casual dockside dining, Roche Harbor boasts an array of menus to tantalize, tempt and satisfy.
McMillin's Dining Room - You'll be taken back to 1886 in this refined dining room that offers the finest cuisine with ingredients coming from the most celebrated local farms, ranchers, fisheries and wineries within the northwest.
Madrona Bar & Grill - Home of the famed Fluffy Duck Cocktail, the Madrona Grill is located on the water with an expansive deck overlooking Roche Harbor's active marina. During the day enjoy warm sun, deck umbrellas and the mellow sounds of local musicians. At night Japanese lanterns and deck heaters warm the night air with live music on the weekends. Madrona's menu offers a wide variety of original thin crust pizza, hearty salads, gourmet burgers, huckleberry BBQ ribs and potato-crusted fish and chips.
Lime Kiln Cafe - Located at the end of the Wharf Building, is surrounded with deck and water views. The Lime Kiln serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with infamous menu choices to delight from sunrise to sunset.
Beechtree - Serves early morning lattes or mocha, ice cream cones and milkshakes for your summer afternoon or evening treat - Open in the green tent close to the gardens during summer. |
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Roche Harbor offers an impressive selection of unique shopping, and short walks to nearby attractions: The Sculpture Park, Historical Mausoleum, shrimp catching from the docks, lime quarries, swimming in their 82 degree pool or playing tennis. Stroll the cobble stone walkways and formal gardens, or hit the straits for whale watching and sea kayaking with San Juan Outfitters - there is something for everyone!
Roche Harbor's outdoor theatre, located behind one of the old lime quarries, produces performances under the stars during summer evenings presented by the local professional theatre group, Island Stage Left. |
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Roche Harbor is located on the Northwest tip of San Juan Island in Washington State. To catch a Washington State ferry - the most popular way of getting to San Juan Island - you will need to head north from Seattle to Anacortes - (I-5 exit 230). The ferry leaves Anacortes bound for Friday Harbor from lane 4 of the ferry terminal. Waiting in line can be long during the summer months, so getting to the ferry terminal a couple hours before the ferry leaves is probably a good idea. Take your place in line and get out a good book and time will fly! Charlie's Restaurant is close by to help pass the time if you get hungry. The ferry trip takes approximately 1hour 20 minutes - sometimes a stop at Lopez Island will increase that time. Sit back, relax and breathe in the clear island air and marvel at the beautiful scenery.
Upon arriving in Friday Harbor, you will leave the ferry and find that transportation is available, if you did not bring your car with you. During the summer season, a San Juan Transit bus meets each ferry during daytime and will bring you out to Roche Harbor for a nominal fee. Bob's Taxi is also available for the 20 minute, 11 mile trip to Roche Harbor. If you brought your car with you, when on the ferry be sure to be back in your vehicle when it is announced the ferry is arriving at Friday Harbor. Follow the traffic onto Spring Street and take a right on Second Street (past King's Market). Continue up the hill to a 4-way stop (Community Theatre on your right). Go straight to the next 3-way stop. Take a right onto Tucker Avenue. Continue on this road (making sure you do not exceed the 25 mph speed limit in this part of town!) and it will become Roche Harbor Road. Enjoy the country scenery as you travel about 9-10 miles arriving at some stone arches that spell out Roche Harbor Resort. Continue to follow the signs and you will end up in the little historical village of Roche Harbor. |
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Rates vary by season. Contact Destination Northwest for current rates and seasonal promotions. |
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Inquire with DNW for specials or seasonal promotions. |
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