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Expansive manor house for family gatherings, retreats, walkable to the village!

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Pool
7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Aerial view
TV, fireplace, table football, books
Bar (on property)

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Langley, WA
  • Whidbey Island Center for the Arts
    16 min walk
  • Callahan's Firehouse
    3 min drive
  • South Whidbey Harbor at Langley
    3 min drive
  • Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)
    41 min drive

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About the area

Langley

A family-friendly stay in Langley awaits you at this lodge. You'll be within a 20-minute walk of Whidbey Island Center for the Arts and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Callahan's Firehouse. Highlights at this lodge include a kitchen, a private hot tub and a dryer. .This smoke-free lodge offers a games room, a garden and barbecues. .With a stay at this Langley lodge, you'll be 37.5 km (23.3 mi) from Tulalip Resort and Casino.
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What's nearby

  • Whidbey Island Center for the Arts - 16 min walk
  • Callahan's Firehouse - 3 min drive
  • South Whidbey Harbor at Langley - 3 min drive
  • Goss Lake - 11 min drive
  • Tulalip Resort and Casino - 61 min drive

Getting around

  • Everett Station - 51 min drive
  • Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Crab Brewery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ultra House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dancing Fish Vineyards - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Comforts of Whidbey - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Expansive manor house for family gatherings, retreats, walkable to the village!

The Langley Retreat at the historic CRAWFORD HOUSE lies in a secluded nature setting on glorious Whidbey Island in Washington State. Enveloped in three acres including a quarter acre pond with a wide variety of trees and local wildlife, the property sits within walking distance of the charming seaside village of Langley.

The sprawling 6000 sq ft property has a unique feel of immense warmth with private bathrooms and fireplaces in the majority of bedrooms, a great room for gathering including a fireplace and grand piano, a small 2nd kitchen with fireplace, a great hall for gathering with bar and a 14 person table and large old-world chef's kitchen. The kids lounge has games, foosball and tv to keep little ones occupied!

6 spacious bed/bath on one wing and a private caretaker suite and kids quarters/overflow sleeping nooks on the other wing which can be added to your booking for larger groups!

Note: majority of beds are for double occupancy (King beds) but some smaller beds are available.

Highlights:

* Private bathrooms and propane fireplaces in every one of the 6 main bedrooms
* 2 king-size suites with private decks and corner Jacuzzi bathtubs that can fit two people!
* Large outdoor space, including a 500 sq ft wisteria covered outdoor patio right off the kitchen, lawn, fruit trees, and pond.
* Second bistro-style kitchen and cafe-style area for making simple meals or sitting around yet another cozy fireplace!
* In total, 8 working fireplaces
* Kids play room with pull out couches/murphy bed/sleeping nook
* Private bathrooms/shower in each room
* High Speed Wi-fi throughout the property

Langley Retreat @ Crawford House is the perfect location for hosting retreats, family reunions and romantic getaways. Can do small groups for retreats as well. But NOT a party house or a house that can host weddings. Parties are disruptive and alert the neighborhood, which will forfeit deposit.

Property manager

Lara Allan

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 7.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Events must be by request and subject to contract
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Events must be by request and subject to contract For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Expansive manor house for family gatherings, retreats, walkable to the village! ?

The closest beach to Expansive manor house for family gatherings, retreats, walkable to the village! is Cama Beach State Park (15.4 km).

Does Expansive manor house for family gatherings, retreats, walkable to the village! have a pool?

No, this lodge doesn't have a pool.

Is Expansive manor house for family gatherings, retreats, walkable to the village! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Expansive manor house for family gatherings, retreats, walkable to the village! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Expansive manor house for family gatherings, retreats, walkable to the village! ?

Yep, there is a private hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Expansive manor house for family gatherings, retreats, walkable to the village! ?

No, Expansive manor house for family gatherings, retreats, walkable to the village! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Expansive manor house for family gatherings, retreats, walkable to the village! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Expansive manor house for family gatherings, retreats, walkable to the village! ?

No, pets are not allowed.

Expansive manor house for family gatherings, retreats, walkable to the village! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yoga with friends!
Eight middle school teachers got away from me he madness of the world for a fabulous weekend of yoga, homemade food, and lots of laughs! We loved each having our own private room and bathroom. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend
The Retreat was a wonderful place for all of us to gather and enjoy food, games, Langley and each other. The beds and rooms were comfortable and private. The kitchen well stocked. The yard and games were fun. Loved our time there. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

barb l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
All 17 of us so much enjoyed all the many amenities to the property . Kids even stayed off their devices for much of the time! Great gathering :everyone said how much they will treasure our stay .
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place for Large Gathering
A group of old college roommates with our partners and newborns spent the weekend here and had a great time. Spacious, great bedrooms. We hired a private chef, who cooked a couple meals in the kitchen, which was large enough to comfortably handle the large meals. Backyard is great for lawn games. And Lara and Jennifer were communicative and very helpful. Would definitely recommend renting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

claire t.

Liked: Cleanliness
50th anniversary trip
I booked this house over a year ago to celebrate with our entire family and it was fabulous! From the coffee beans to the bottle of wine and fresh strawberries they left us on arrival to the special treats that the manager Jennifer brought us for movie night and back yard smores. Jennifer even ran over with a scale one night so we could make sure 2 of the kids weighed enough for the zipline tour they wanted to do. Lara was a delight to work with and I would stay here anytime again. Thanks so much for all you did to make the trip special.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pictures Don’t Do This Place Justice
We had a group of 13 (six couples and a brother). This place could not have served our group any better. The space was perfect. Having six bedrooms on one wing of the house each with full in-suite bathrooms, each with large comfy beds, and all separated from the other wing of the house was perfect. A hallway with a sort of storm door separates the sleeping area from the living area is what made this place so perfect. If our group was hanging out in the overly spacious living room and someone wanted to go to bed, they could get away and enjoy a quiet nights sleep. The kitchen is very well stocked with all equipment needed, the 10 burner stove with double oven is perfect for cooking for a large group. We were all able to sit at the dining room table for meals together. The patio was very spacious and so peaceful for a morning cup of coffee (deer would walk right up to the patio to eat from the trees). The “caretaker’s suite” was also a really nice addition for our 13th guest to have their own space as well. The host was great, this house was perfect, we will definitely be back to stay here. My only advice to guests who are not from the area, the ferry can have long wait times if you plan on going off the island. Wasn’t a huge deal, but we did push our dinner back an hour and half one evening.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen A., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Extended Family Stay
This property is perfect for our extended family. Rain or shine it works fine for our preschool and early elementary school grandkids. There are lots of places for everyone to gather, as well as get away for quiet time. It’s also fun to go wine tasting nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect space for a retreat!
We hosted a yoga retreat at Langley Retreat Center. We all loved our stay, and our guests said their rooms were beautiful, clean, and very comfortable. They enjoyed their stay and the retreat, and asked us to host another one here. As hosts of this retreat, we only had positive experiences. Lara and her team made sure everything we needed was ready for us. She had all the yoga props we needed prepared. There is a beautiful space for 12 people to practice yoga. She answered all our questions in a timely manner. We will definitely be booking this beautiful home and retreat center again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Retreat for Relaxation
We enjoyed our stay at the Langley Retreat Center. We felt so at home - maybe even more rested and restored. The home was clean, fully stocked in the kitchen and living room, including yoga props. Some guests enjoyed the baby grand piano too. The rooms/beds were very comfortable. Excellent location close to the center of town and island exploration. We plan to rebook for another retreat weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
A wonderful place for friends or family. Each bedroom is nicely furnished and has an in-suite bathroom. The kitchen is huge and has everything needed for any sized group. Deer were on the property eating fruit from the trees every day.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

sheila r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property for large family gathering
The property and location were perfect for our extended family's stay for our daughter's wedding. We spent almost all our time in the kitchen or on that fabulous patio. We grilled a couple evenings including the last night when 25 straggler guests and family members joined us for one last celebration. Everyone loved all the wild life - lots of deer (including a buck) and raccoon! We enjoyed badminton and corn hole. It was great having such a large house and big bedrooms - people were able to escape and get much needed sleep and naps as fit their schedules. It's a great spot - thanks again for all your work to make us feel welcome!"
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D., Boston, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Extraordinary Experience !!!
We gathered extended family at this gorgeous property. It is hard for me to describe how perfect it was for our family. There is lots of beautifully designed space which allows a larger group to spread out but then there is a central area with a simply glorious kitchen (truly unreal), a huge beautiful table for all to gather and then outdoor space to spread out in. The kitchen is beautifully equipped and easy to use and the outdoor space has a huge grill and more tables. We loved the fire pit at night. I could go on and on. Suffice it to say that we have stayed in many properties over many years and this is the best of all. The property owner and manager were also extraordinary in their help and responsiveness. Many thanks for a fabulous stay!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenae P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing venue for a women’s retreat
Our yoga retreat group loved our star at Lara’s place. The property is gorgeous and perfect for large groups. Communication with the host was very easy throughout our stay. The place felt like home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend and family togetherness
It was amazing. We got married in the state park and made memories with both our families at the retreat. Wonderful place with space for all togetherness. Made my gift of families together a beautiful reality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Getaway
We enjoyed the large house and beautiful yard. The property allowed us plenty of together time and also places to enjoy a nap or quiet time, too. Delightful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joann M., Tacoma

Liked: Cleanliness
Tacoma Qigong Getaway
Our four day stay with ten friends was nothing short of spectacular in this lovely home. The owner and manager were so easy to communicate with, checking often to make sure we had everything we needed. The bedrooms were large with very comfy beds...the best sleep I've had in a long while. The kitchen was well-stocked with several gourmet meals prepared by our chef friend. Lots of room to sit in the evening altogether and read. So lucky to have found this home!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denita L., Shoreline, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for Group Travel!
What a wonderful property! The private bedrooms plus the shared spaces made our 11 person group vacation so enjoyable. We loved having the instruments to play, the piano itself brought hours of joy! These were the most comfortable beds and bedding that any of our group has encountered in a hotel or B&B. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This home is amazing….we could not of asked for any thing better. There was room for all 14 of us. The kitchen was fully stocked and we loved the fire pit…We came to say good bye to a love one and the home made our stay comforting….thank you from the bottom of our hearts The Davenport Family
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Robin & G., Redmond

Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat Getaway Escape
The home is well furnished and the bedrooms including linens, pillows, beds and towels are fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

David V.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Fairytale Estate
This property is exquisite! The home itself boasting beautiful suites most would be unaccustomed to experiencing, and every room leaves you feeling like you are living a fairytale. Lara and Jennifer were also exceptional. Both treated us like family with an attention to detail like no other. We will always remember our fabulous stay at Langley Retreat and look forward to visiting again in the future. Quite frankly, it was the nicest place we have ever enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Camilla S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yoga Retreat
The Langley Retreat was absolutely perfect to host a Yoga retreat. All the bedrooms were wonderful and the kitchen was magnificent. I had a private cook for the event and she exclaimed the kitchen was perfect. The grounds are spacious and there was plenty of room for the participants to gather and also have their own space. I would highly recommend the Langley Retreat house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

jey a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sprawling lodge, perfect for 3 generations mvv
Fabulous time at Langley Retreat for our 3 generation celebration of grandma’s birthday. All really didn’t want to leave the property! Highlights included the old-fashioned kitchen with an industrial stove and plenty of space for sous-chefs to chop veggies and create homemade desserts with blackberries picked on island. The L-O-N-G farmers table in the adjoining dining area graciously accommodated not only family meals but also children coloring and playing games at the other end. Most of the time though, the children happily remained in the play room where there were more toys and games than they possibly could tackle….and so much space outside for them to run around and create their own games. The 5 and 7 year-old grandkids loved the deer standing on hind legs to reach fruit in the trees. The bunnies were a hit with our 2 year-old. The fire pit was fun for campfires and s’mores, thanks to the kit graciously left by Lara, the property owner (who left also a fishing rod for our grandson - I had mentioned that he liked to fish). There is a veranda or loggia, a lovely place to sit and relax, even if it started to sprinkle. At the end of the week, the children were still discovering new nooks and crannies in the lodge; one 5 year-old tucked herself behind the stairs to play a guitar and serenade us with original music. The lodge was a perfect vacation choice place for hide and seek, both indoors and outdoors.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bekki H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing, magical family reunion with the best sleep!
The Langley Retreat is even more amazing in person. We had 15 family members in our group, and everyone found a comfy place to relax, play, chat, and eat during our stay. The bedrooms are fabulous, five with amazingly comfortable king beds. Kitchen was well appointed and we really appreciated having a second kitchen for overflow and family who wanted to keep their food safe :) The grounds are beautiful. Kids had so much fun on the trampoline, playing hide and seek, on the swing set. We saw deer multiple times. Tons of outdoor seating areas. It was really the perfect place for our family reunion. Jennifer, the property manager, was beyond responsive. She was over within 10 minutes after a kid locked us out of a room and answered all my questions super promptly. We love Langley as a getaway spot, and this retreat is spectacular. Would love to stay here again - there's really nothing like it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gericke C., Fort Collins, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
I wish I could live here
The pictures do not do this property justice. We rented this home in July for an annual reunion of friends. Upon walking into the house our friends kept exclaiming how amazing the house was and congratulated me on finding it. We had 11 adults and one small child. Everyone had a room and there was extensive space in the home to find a private nook to recharge away from the gathering. The huge kitchen table was perfect for fitting everything to dine, as well as breaking out multiple boardgames. The house is separated into two wings (with a kitchen in each) as well as an optional caretakers suite that extends into the perfect kids space. In our case, it was perfect for a very private couple that needed a more private retreat and was also handicap accessible with no stairs or high clearance shower pans. This is the first VRBO rental I have seen that has been this well stocked. We did not lack for coffee or tea service and there were many sets of dishes and silverware. Tons of blankets to ward off the chill. Basic dry goods and other pantry items were available. The grounds were breathtaking. We all enjoyed the landscaping, outdoor patio (the macrame swing chair was everyone's favorite), the pond, and the abundant wildlife that would come to feast on fallen cherries. We were greeted with our own bowl of cherries harvested from trees on the property. We were able to enjoy some sea kayaking and visit town. We highly recommend Braeburn Restaurant during your visit. We ate there twice. This was truly a relaxing and enjoyable vacation and no one wanted to leave. The cherry on top is the owner and highly responsive property manager. We had a small issue with a kitchen sink faucet which they promptly came to fix the next morning. I had also accidentally left a pair of shoes which they found and offered to send back to me. I can't recommend this place and the owner high enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful space for multiple families
We loved our stay! After two years of solo trips we travelled with two other families and stayed here for a week for the Fourth of July. The house has so much space for everyone to spread out, a giant kitchen, a private and comfortable outdoor space, and plenty of bathrooms. We loved the kids play area, the tadpoles in the ponds, the proximity to Langley, and the covered back porch. The house has character and has some pieces that may be tempting for smaller kiddos (harp, antiques), but ours were so happy to run around with friends that they stayed distracted. The rooms were quiet and we didn’t hear each other at night, plus all of the rooms are away from the play area and kitchen which helped with early morning wake ups. We would definitely like to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022