States Inn, Friday Harbor

Richard was really nice. The place is quaint and cozy. The breakfast was great. We enjoyed feeding the alpacas the supplied carrots, as well as visiting the horses, sheep and chickens. A nice relaxing place to stay on the quieter side of the island.

The hosts, Richard & Angel, went out of their way to ensure we (spouse & 4-yr old daughter) had a great time. We were celebrating out 10th Ann. while visiting, and all the staff did a great job in surprising my wife with a homemade cake and champagne, along with cider for our daughter. Fresh cut flowers from around the farm (it is a small yet functional farm) and daily trips to feed the alpacas and chickens to collect eggs after wonderful fresh breakfasts of local goods kept our daughter completely happy. The location is pretty-much mid-island, so having your own transportation is helpful, though trails for hiking are nearby. There is no TV in the main house but there are plenty of books, games, and a free computer to check news or email if so inclined. We had a great time and our daughter keeps bugging us to go visit "her" farm again. We will be back, if for nothing more than the good service and wonderful people we met.

For dinner, we had to take a taxi, since the shuttle bus is not available after evening. Though it is inconvenient without car for any activities in this island, the host Richard gave us a ride when he had free time. Breakfast was pretty and delicious. Baby sheep and alpaca were cute. Scenery was good. We enjoyed very much.

The farm is far from town, lost in a valley. Not really what I expected during my stay in the San Juan islands. The hosts were cordial though.