Food scene
Amazing breakfast, small-town local vibe. Gluten-free options. Big meat-eater options. Veg options. Can't go wrong! Walking distance from the boat. With COVID restrictions, a little small for group 3+.
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Dad's Diner
906 Commercial AveAmazing breakfast, small-town local vibe. Gluten-free options. Big meat-eater options. Veg options. Can't go wrong! Walking distance from the boat. With COVID restrictions, a little small for group 3+.
MaMa Wing
408 Commercial AveGreat take out! Try the chicken lollipops 🤘
Dinner spot for local seafood in a coastal hip atmosphere. Walking distance from the boat.
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Adrift Restaurant
510 Commercial AveDinner spot for local seafood in a coastal hip atmosphere. Walking distance from the boat.
Teriyaki Time
910 11th StDon’t let the look and name fool you—best sushi in town!
Mad Hatter's Ice Cream
801 6th StBest ice cream spot, a short walk away from J dock.
Fresh oysters from straight from the Puget Sound, just 45 minutes away. Amazing views on the drive over through Bow Edison and Skagit Valley farm fields.
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Taylor Shellfish Farms
2182 Chuckanut DrFresh oysters from straight from the Puget Sound, just 45 minutes away. Amazing views on the drive over through Bow Edison and Skagit Valley farm fields.
Head straight for the gorgeous bar in the back for a giant margarita or wide selection of tequila and mezcal.
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Frida's Gourmet Mexican Cuisine
416 1/2 Commercial AveHead straight for the gorgeous bar in the back for a giant margarita or wide selection of tequila and mezcal.
Refresh your body and spirit with healthy whole food smoothies, juices, and veg-centered foods.
Drink Your Veggies
615 Commercial AvenueRefresh your body and spirit with healthy whole food smoothies, juices, and veg-centered foods.
Salt & Vine - Cheese & Wine Bar
913 6th StGrab some wine and charcuterie to enjoy in the cockpit at sunset!
Sightseeing
Immediately at the dock's doorstep—Rotary Park is a 1.5 acre linear park located on the north and east edge of the Cap Sante Boat Haven at the base of Cap Sante. Rotary Park has a paved pedestrian trail out to the Cap Sante breakwater, picnic tables and a shelter. Parking is available at the start of the trail. Weave your way through trails up to Cap Sante peak for a great view. In the spring, harvest some wild fennel on your way along the coast trail to cook up once your back to the boat.
Rotary Park
517 6th StImmediately at the dock's doorstep—Rotary Park is a 1.5 acre linear park located on the north and east edge of the Cap Sante Boat Haven at the base of Cap Sante. Rotary Park has a paved pedestrian trail out to the Cap Sante breakwater, picnic tables and a shelter. Parking is available at the start of the trail. Weave your way through trails up to Cap Sante peak for a great view. In the spring, harvest some wild fennel on your way along the coast trail to cook up once your back to the boat.
Enjoy the 2+ paved mile with strollers or bikes, or meander through the park's coastal trails. Enjoy a fire on the beach at sunset.
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Washington Park
Washington Park LoopEnjoy the 2+ paved mile with strollers or bikes, or meander through the park's coastal trails. Enjoy a fire on the beach at sunset.
Drive or hike to the top for a stellar view of surrounding islands and the Skagit Valley.
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Mt Erie Park
Drive or hike to the top for a stellar view of surrounding islands and the Skagit Valley.
Shopping
Your host, Elise, sells her handmade botanical jewelry here! Outdoor and nautical gear. Fantastic alpaca ponchos and blankets. Great owners.
J Slocum Marine
419 Commercial AveYour host, Elise, sells her handmade botanical jewelry here! Outdoor and nautical gear. Fantastic alpaca ponchos and blankets. Great owners.
An eclectic mix of quirky gifts, antiques, vintage finds, and nautical goodies.
Marine Supply & Hardware
202 Commercial AveAn eclectic mix of quirky gifts, antiques, vintage finds, and nautical goodies.
The Predecessors
1005 10th StVintage, antique and second-hand scores. Room for haggling.
Best coffee and chai in town! Get lost and dreamy in the used book isles.
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Pelican Bay Books & Coffeehouse
520 Commercial AveBest coffee and chai in town! Get lost and dreamy in the used book isles.
City/town information
One of our favorite short drives away, with small art town vibes! Watch for bald eagles and hawks hunting in the Skagit valley farm fields on your way. Avoid the highway and take the back roads through dramatic sweeping views of farm fields and the San Juan Islands in the distance. Enjoy lunch or fresh bread in Bow town center.
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Bow
One of our favorite short drives away, with small art town vibes! Watch for bald eagles and hawks hunting in the Skagit valley farm fields on your way. Avoid the highway and take the back roads through dramatic sweeping views of farm fields and the San Juan Islands in the distance. Enjoy lunch or fresh bread in Bow town center.
Wellness
Balanced Life Spa
1010 6th StOur favorite local spot for a massage!
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Downtown Anacortes to San Juan Ferry Terminal
The 410 bus connects you from downtown to the San Juan Ferry terminal, or a short walk to WA Park where you can enjoy coastal nature trails, beachside firepits, and great sunsets at Sunset beach.
https://www.skagittransit.org/route-410EW/
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Saturday Farmers Market
Every Saturday 9 am to 2pm, just 1 5 minute walk from J dock!
https://anacortesfarmersmarket.org/
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Sunset Sail with Captain Jon
One of your hosts, Jon, offers sunset sails! Receive a discount since you are already staying aboard our boat. Shoot us a message for more details and to see if we're available!
https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/534984
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Elise + Co Jewelry
Your host is a part-time jeweler and designer when she’s not being a sailor mom! Her wares are nautical and botanical themed, inspired by travel sailing. https://www.eliseandco.shop/
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Boaty Terms
Head = Bathroom. Bow = Front of the boat. Stern = Back of the boat. Galley = Kitchen. Salon = Seating area. Cockpit = outdoor seating and steering area.
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San Juan Island Ferry Reservations
If you are planning a trip to the San Juan Islands we recommend you make a reservation on the website as soon as it will let you for the date and time that you plan to depart. Ferries tend to fill up and many people wait in line, especially during the summer months! https://secureapps.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/reservations/vehicle/Mobile/MobileDefault.aspx