Greenbank Getaway by AvantStay

Beware! Pictures can be deceiving!I will start by saying that the view is spectacular. I made some incorrect assumptions: that the front door was up just 4 steps - wrong. It is up 9 very uneven steps preceded by a very uneven pathway to the bottom step. That pathway looks cute, but is very difficult to walk if you have any trouble walking. The mattress on the bed on the main floor is terrible with no support, sagging both head to foot and side to side. Getting in and out of bed is an athletic feat, giving one the opportunity to do deep squats as the bed sits so close to the floor. Very nice kitchen on main floor, but nonworking ice maker in fridge, cooktop, but no oven. Kitchen in lower level has tiny fridge, but does have an oven. I could list even more problems with this unit. Bottom line - if you have any joint or physical issues, do not consider this property. I booked for a week and i was inso much pain, that I left after 4 days.

Honestly, I think 4.5 stars would be best for this location but it could easily be a 5 star with mattress replacements. The upstairs was very soft and downstairs was very firm with a middle ridge. It is a beautiful location to see the island. It's quiet with a lot of wildlife to see - baby deer and momma outside the windows and lots of birds like quail. It was nicely setup for 2-4 people. The stairs are steep both outside and inside which might be a problem for some people. You will have to park your car outside and the drive is short and angled. The view is amusing and I could have easily spent a day on the deck outside enjoying the view. The two kitchens are great for a main and snack kitchen while you watch TV or enjoy the view from the deck. There are lots of activities on the island and we enjoyed some hiking, shopping and trying the local restaurants. We chose to take the ferry to the island and the view was beautiful. I wish we could have stayed a week on the island! The hosts were very good - no problems checking in or out and the house was very clean when we arrived. I would definitely enjoy staying at this home location again and recommend it to friends!

I really appreciated the VRBO accommodation at Whidbey Island in Greenbank. It was a pleasant and enjoyable stay, with a stunning view and peaceful surroundings. The presence of wildlife was both a relief and a joy to experience—such a refreshing change from the desert landscapes of the Middle East. We especially loved the cool, gentle breeze at night and the warm, sunny air that greeted us each morning.