Captain Whidbey Inn, Historic lodge in Penn Cove, Whidbey Island, United States.
Captain Whidbey Inn is a lodge on Whidbey Island with a main building constructed from Madrona logs and stone, featuring a distinctive double-sided fireplace. The property offers guest rooms in the original lodge, contemporary lagoon rooms, and waterfront cabins with private decks and kitchen facilities.
Judge Lester Still founded the property in 1907 as part of a larger park development, when steamships from Seattle and Everett provided the primary route to the island. This steamship era shaped the early character of the place as a stopping point for travelers.
The building once served the local community as a gathering place for commerce and mail collection before becoming a guest house. This history of shared purpose still shows in how the space welcomes both travelers and island residents today.
The property is easily accessible and spans six waterfront acres with various activities available for guests. The location requires planning since reaching it from the main island communities takes some time.
Guests can participate in archery classes, fire-making workshops, and tastings of local shellfish from Penn Cove, mixing traditional skills with regional products. These hands-on activities offer direct insight into island life and local food traditions.
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