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Guemes North Homestead

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· Anacortes, Skagit, Washington

10 acres hosted by Ian W.

2 lodging sites · 5 tent sites

Private sites

97% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

Ian is a Star Host

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Near North Cascades National Park

Within a 60-minute drive from the North Cascades National Park Complex Headquarters and Visitor Information.

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The Guemes North Homestead is ten acres of gorgeous tall trees, clearings, homestead buildings, pond, trails, renewable energy gear, and more, set in the middle of the north end of Guemes Island (a 7-minute ferry from downtown Anacortes), at the end of a 1/3-mile dead-end driveway. It has nature, quiet, and privacy. It includes a 30-year-old orchard, a developed garden with fine soil, a pond with rope swing and waterslide, several solar and wind energy systems, and multiple buildings. It's about a mile in two directions from the Pacific Ocean beach, and is surrounded by wooded acreage that is criss-crossed with trails and friendly neighbors, on an island with about 700 year-round residents and an active weekend/summer population. Homestead owner Ian Woofenden is an expert in renewable energy systems. He's lived off-grid at the homestead for 40-plus years, where he raised his large family and managed several small businesses. He now consults, sells, writes, and teaches about renewable energy in the U.S. and in Central America. If your idea of a great getaway is to help out and do physical work, just ask Ian. There's always something going on at the homestead, including garden and orchard work, trail building, wood cutting, construction, sawmilling, and more. Ian built this place, and has a broad knowledge of lots of homestead and sustainability topics. He loves sharing his knowledge and experience with guest, students, and interns. Quick reminders: NOT a party spot. The homestead goes silent from 9 PM to 9 AM. Not a place for lots of car trips in and out. Bikers can ask for 25% discount code (or use bike listing). Two-night minimum. No pets. One tent per site; one car per site. Book a separate tent site for friends/family who want to camp near you. We can't accommodate day visitors; if you want guests, book a site for them, or meet them at the beach, park, or Guemes mountain.. Bring your own bedding, matches, flashlights. Questions always welcome.

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Beach

Forest

Swimming hole

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246 ratings · 184 reviews

Gretel H.recommends

September 2, 2024

Tent Camping in Woods or Field

Always a magical experience. The small touches like the fresh flowers at the campsite…and then the rope swing into the pond. It’s really the best—it’s what keeps us coming back every year! Truly a special place.

Naomi P.recommends

September 2, 2024

Rustic Barn w/ Outdoor Kitchen

The barn and orchard is a great spot at Ian’s. Ian made it easier by installing a pump and sink for dish washing water and a drinking water container. He has some basic kitchen gear there and prep surfaces. The garden and orchard are lovely for breakfasts in the sun. The elevated bathroom with a view is cool too.

Katie S.recommends

September 2, 2024

Tent Camping in Woods or Field

This was an amazing campsite, especially for kids! Our six year old did not want to leave. The rope swing over the pond and the zip line were favorites. Ian was a fabulous host and it was so interesting to hear about his homestead. Highly recommended!

Josanna H.recommends

August 31, 2024

Tent Camping in Woods or Field

We enjoyed the fact that the camping sites were private and there was complimentary firewood. The kids had fun exploring the tree house and riding on the zip lines. We luckily were able to swim (also using the rope swing and water slide) despite cold weather due to a pond-side sauna. We were even allowed to pick berries in the host's garden and orchard which made for yummy campfire waffles the next morning.

Sean M.recommends

August 29, 2024

Rustic Barn w/ Outdoor Kitchen

What an amazing spot for a quiet getaway. Ian's place is off grid and magical. The barn and cooking area were perfect for resting and preparing meals. A wood fired sauna and pond were incredible for relaxing and taking a cold plunge after the sauna. Ian was a great host and showed us around. There are many amazing camp sites and I plan to come back some time. Complete peace and quiet and amazing stargazing. Zipping around the island on our bikes was great. Would totally recommend for a solo getaway in the woods or a larger group with the barn + camping sites.

Mike H.recommends

August 25, 2024

Tent Camping in Woods or Field

Amazing

What a beautiful space with welcoming and kind hosts! So grateful they shared even if my children weren't the most peaceful in volume, they haven't stopped talking about coming back.

Location

Anacortes, Skagit, Washington, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, Semiahmoo, Hul’qumi’num Treaty Group, Samish, and saʔqʷəbixʷ-suyaƛ̕bixʷ (Sauk Suiattle) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking