We stayed at the Double Mountain Bed & Breakfast August 10th and 11th, 2006... it was a wonderful stay!

It is no easy feat getting to Orcas Island! There is a ferry that you take over there... and you need to be at the ferry dock an hour and a half before the ferry leaves. THEN it's another hour ride on the boat to the island. Make sure you give yourself plenty of time!

Once on Orcas, everything is very easy-going! We arrived at DM at 10pm (because we didn't respect that ferry schedule... it is really not to be messed with!), and Gail was up and waiting for us. She showed us to our room... we were pleasantly surprised at the size of the Eagle's View room. In the main area of the room, there is a double bed, and a daybed. There is a kitchenette, as well... and a big bathroom with a standing shower. The main room has a door to an enclosed patio with a very BIG jacuzzi! The patio also leads out to the balcony... and the views are amazing! PLUS there is a private bedroom off the main room, with a double bed... and access to the balcony. This room could sleep 5 people, although the website says only 4.

In the morning, we truly got to experience the B&B. We felt right at home here... and we chatted with Gail as she made a delicious breakfast-- quiche with english muffins, fruit, coffee and juice. She told us some island history and fun facts... and directed us to some good hiking spots for the day. We came and went as we pleased; Gail was very accommodating!

We would definitely stay here again, if we ever return to Orcas Island!!

After extensive Internet research on the many B&B's available on Orcas Island, we decided on the Double Mountain - making our decision based on the website pictures of the view and the very reasonable rates.

We were not disappointed! The views are breathtaking...you can see the lights of Canada on a clear night. We stayed in the Sunrise Vista Suite, which was a very large and comfortable room with a TV, VCR (and assortment of movies), mini-fridge, two sinks, and a full tub/shower...all for $125! The room opens up through a sliding door to a large deck from which we could enjoy the view and the starry night sky.

Staying at the Double Mountain was like staying at the home of a good friend. Warm, friendly and personal...not like some of the fancier but more commercial B&B's that seem to be the trend nowadays. The proprietor, Gail, is friendly and a wonderful cook. Her breakfasts were wonderful - Dutch Babies served with your choice of lemon and powdered sugar, home made applesauce or raspberry sauce, sausages, fresh fruit, orange juice and coffee...on the second morning, mushroom and cheese omlettes, buttered english muffins with preserves, and again - the fresh fruit (melons and fresh berries), OJ and coffee. I should mention that Gail got up early the second morning to serve breakfast for us by 7:30 - since we had to catch an early ferry back to the mainland. She was also a wealth of information regarding things to do, places to go, and where to get a good meal.

Double Mountain is conveniently located just minutes out of EastSound and a short drive from Moran State Park. Because it's at the top of a steep and somewhat winding gravel road, you feel like you're really "away from it all" - even though you're just minutes away from the action.

I highly recommend this B&B to anyone looking for value, comfort and good food in a home-like setting - with a spectacular view!

Spent 2 nights at the Double Mountain and would love to return. We stayed in the Sunrise Vista room (which opens onto the upper deck) and just loved it. The house is on the top of a small mountain, and the view is incredible. We were there during a full moon, and I'll never forget that giant moon shining on the water - just breathtaking. The owner is as pleasant as can be, and her breakfasts were delicious!

Wow---the view just keeps on going. Very restful spot. This is a house that operates as a bed and breakfast...we had the bedroom with a great view of the water and mountains, a cool porch to sit on. The hostess makes a great breakfast and we met really interesting people sharing the house.