November 2016 - Friday Harbor House

It seems like each person you speak to has a different opinion on when the holiday season truly begins.

Is it Halloween? Thanksgiving? December 1?

We think that it can be whenever you want it to be.

But regardless of when you think the official holiday season should start, there’s nothing that makes it feel official like a good old-fashioned holiday lighting ceremony.

The moment the lights get plugged in, and the tree or storefront or town square lights up in a flurry of colorful cheer.

You know it’s the holiday season then.

In Friday Harbor, we light up the trees in the center of town in a fantastic celebration of island holiday spirit.

And the best part? It’s free and it’s right down the road from Friday Harbor House.

Take a stroll down the hill to the open house at the Whale Museum, then down to the Memorial Park for meeting Santa, lighting the tree, and singing Christmas carols.

After that, head back up to Brickworks for the Christmas Market and pictures with Santa.

Learn more about the Island Lights Festival here.

Happy Holidays!

Imagine a warm, cozy evening in your room overlooking the harbor. Sipping wine while the fireplace crackles, soaking in your oversized jetted tub.

There’s nothing quite like romance during the holiday season, and there’s nothing quite like a holiday season spent amongst the pastoral beauty of the San Juan Islands.

With that in mind, we’ve designed a package that’s perfect for couples looking to get away from it all for a night.

Take a break from the cooking and the gift shopping and let us take care of you.

Because after all, the holidays are about spending time with loved ones, especially your special someone.

Upon arrival, enjoy your sparkling wine and toast to your romantic escape before indulging in a dinner for two at the restaurant topped off with house-made chocolate truffles in your room.

Relax in your oversized jetted tub with the romantic Lavender Mini-Essentials Collection from Pelindaba and slip between the sheets for a restful night’s sleep.

Package includes:

One-night stay
Bottle of sparkling wine and house-made chocolate truffles in room upon arrival
$50 dining credit
Lavender Mini-Essentials Collection (body wash, hand & body lotion, massage oil, body butter and a tea light candle)

Click here to book our Isle Enchantment package.

Now that’s a holiday evening well-spent.

See you on the islands!