vacation rentals: Summer 2010 in the San Juan Islands??? - 06/07/10 03:25 AM
We're getting ready for that big summer push here in the islands.  Regardless of the increasing ferry fares, the tourists and vacationers look to be returning for yet another season.  My husband runs a vacation rental management business, www.sanjuanpm.com , and bookings are looking good for yet another record season!  The restaurants, variety of retail shops, and the kayak and whale watching businesses are all in full gear.  The question many of us have is how will this affect our real estate market?
There's no question that the San Juan Island market is different from mainland suburbia.  Limited, pristine land and stunning waterfront can make a … (0 comments)

vacation rentals: 10 Items Not to Overlook This Vacation Rental Season - 04/07/10 03:14 AM
Usually the focus at the beginning of each vacation rental season is on restocking items such as cleaning supplies and paper products.  Although these items are essential, don't overlook some of the smaller items that make a big impact.  
Hair Dryer Hair dryers are bulky to pack and most travelers are use to having them supplied when they visit hotels and expect the same at a vacation rental.  It's a good idea to have at least one hair dryer available in your home, if not one in each bathroom. Iron and Ironing Board Garments get wrinkled in suitcases and during travel.  … (0 comments)

vacation rentals: 5 Ways to Make Your Vacation Rental Stand Out this Fall - 11/29/09 04:36 AM
Another summer season has come to an end.  The days are starting to get shorter, the wind is picking up and the temperature is dropping.  Whale sightings are scarce, kayak tours are not the same with the chill, and only the daring few are still sporting shorts. Yes indeed, fall is upon us!
The quiet season in the San Juan Islands is peaceful - watching the turn of the seasons, fewer crowds to be found, and enjoying the friendly banter in passing with those on "island time".  Yes it calms down in the fall, but with a bit of work you … (0 comments)

vacation rentals: Vacation Home in the San Juan Islands - Why Not? - 07/23/08 05:19 AM
Thinking of investing in a Second home or vacation home?  The San Juan Islands, located in Washington State, offer some of the most majestic sights from ocean views to whales, and a multitude of activities from kayaking, biking, hiking and more.  The Island's close proximity to Seattle and the Eastside make it easy to travel to the islands either by car and ferry, plane, or boat.
According to the Northwest Multiple Listing Services in San Juan County for the month of June 2008 looking at Single Family Homes and Condominiums there were 66 new listings for a total of 429 active … (0 comments)

vacation rentals: What will the summer bring to the San Juan Islands? - 05/30/08 05:35 AM
We're getting ready for that big summer push here on the island.  Regardless of the increasing ferry fares, the tourists and vacationers look to be returning for yet another season.  My husband runs a vacation rental management business, www.sanjuanpm.com , and bookings are looking good for yet another record season!  The restaurants, variety of retail shops, and the kayak and whale watching businesses are all in full gear.  The question many of us have is how will this affect our real estate market?
There's no question that the San Juan Island market is different from your mainland suburbia.  Limited, pristine land … (1 comments)

 
Sybil Mager (Windermere San Juan Island)

Sybil Mager

San Juan Island, WA

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Windermere San Juan Island

Address: PO Box 2717, Friday Harbor, WA, 98250

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