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5 Reasons to Stay at the Dungeness Bay Cottages This Winter
Sequim is a quaint town on the Olympic Peninsula known (at least by locals) for its relatively sunny blue skies. For many, it as a respite from the typically gray and rainy Pacific Northwest, and it’s one of the many things that makes our Sequim cottages a wonderful place to escape during the winter. So many of us tend to stay indoors, out of the harsh elements of winter. But in Sequim, we have the chance to do exactly the opposite. Whether you’re looking for traditional winter activities, such as skiing, snowshoeing, and sledding, or whether you just want to take a quiet walk through nature this winter, Sequim has what you’re looking for. Not to mention Sequim’s walkable downtown with great shops, restaurants and cafes. It doesn’t matter what the weather does in Western Washington; there’s always something to do in Sequim. Come fall in love with the charms of the Olympic Peninsula, and book a stay in our picturesque beachfront cottages on Sequim’s Dungeness Bay.
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Red Wine & Chocolates Tour in Sequim
Sequim is a wonderful place to getaway this winter, especially if you’re looking for a cozy and romantic place to curl up and getaway from it all. Our oceanfront cottages are the perfect place enjoy a few days of romantic respite, with unobstructed views of the Puget Sound stretching out before you. This February, join us in Sequim for the always-fun combination of Red Wine and Chocolate. The Red Wine, Cider and Chocolates Tour, a 2-day weekend event on the Olympic Peninsula, will take place over two different weekends in February: February 9 and 10, 2019, and February 16 & 17, 2019. Tickets can be purchased online for $40 that includes wine or cider tastings, chocolate pairings, and a souvenir glass. Relish a day of artisan wines and ciders coupled with sweet and savory chocolate bites. Book your getaway to Sequim’s Dungeness Bay Cottages today.
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Book Now for Sequim’s Lavender Events in 2019!
Sequim is an incredible destination to visit at any time of year, and as such has proven to be a popular and sometimes busy place. This is perhaps never more true than in the summer months, when people come from all over the country descend upon the area to visit Lavender farms, and to generally enjoy the unexpected blend of urban activity and nature in this charming town on the Olympic Peninsula. In downtown Sequim, you’ll find delightful art museums and galleries, delicious restaurants, bustling boutiques, and a vibrant community. Given Sequim’s popularity, it’s best to book your getaways early and often, as the best choices for lodging, like the Dungeness Bay Cottages, tend to book up well in advance. It’s still early in 2019, so start planning today. Book your room at our waterfront cottages today.
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A Romantic Getaway to Sequim for Valentine’s Day
On the Eve of the New Year, it’s time to start looking forward to all the wonderful things to come in 2019. Part of those plans should include a getaway to the charming Dungeness Bay Cottages in Sequim. You’ll find that our cottages is well-situated near Sequim’s top attractions, and come with unbeatable hospitality and service, a warm and romantic setting, and plenty of ideas and guidance from our friendly Innkeepers. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so there’s no better time than now to start planning your romantic getaway! Romance is our business, and no one does it better. Book a getaway this Valentine’s Day at Sequim’s finest beachfront cottages, the Dungeness Bay Cottages.
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Plan a Visit to Sequim in 2019
Now that the holidays are over and we’re facing down a fresh start in the New Year 2019, it’s time to start planning your getaways for the year ahead. No matter what it is you’re looking for, know you can find it at our charming beachfront cottages in Sequim, Washington. Sequim is a city packed with delightful activities, historic attractions, great restaurants, wineries, shopping, and a variety of outdoor activities that can be enjoyed year-round. Book your getaways for the upcoming 2019 calendar year at the Dungeness Bay Cottages, and get ready for the vacations of a lifetime in Sequim, Washington!
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Learn About the Legendary Elk Herd in Sequim
Every town has its own unique charms, myths, and legends. Sequim is no different. One of the many things people come to the Olympic Peninsula for is the chance to glimpse Mother Nature and her inhabitants up close (relatively) and personal. Luckily for you, Sequim is a great place to view wildlife! If you’re here during whale watching season, you can see those gentle giants breaching the surface right from our beachfront cottages. Throughout the rest of the year, you may have to head into the hills a little bit for better viewing, but Sequim is also home to a protected and locally-beloved herd of Roosevelt Elk. Learn more about these Elk, and maybe see their majestic beauty in person, when you book a room at the Dungeness Bay Cottages in Sequim this fall.
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An Easy Day Trip From Sequim
While Sequim itself is a perfect charming spot, and often a great place to enjoy a respite from the traditional northwest rain during the fall and winter months, there are also plenty of other great towns nearby worth visiting while you’re here. Sequim is the perfect place to use as your home base, as it’s centrally located between most of the towns and attractions on the Olympic Peninsula, it offers exceptional attractions and activities, and there are great restaurants to choose from when it’s time to refuel for the next day. One possible day trip to take is just about 45 minutes to the east, to the quaint and historic town of Port Townsend. Book your room at the Dungeness Bay Cottages today, and come explore the Olympic Peninsula with us.
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The Best Restaurants in Sequim
Sequim enjoys an incredible 250+ days of sun each year, which means there’s no reason not to visit us this fall at the Dungeness Bay Cottages. In fact, we think fall is even more magical in Sequim than summer. Yes, it’s a few degrees cooler, but it’s just as beautiful, if not more so. The mountains and trees around town are starting to change their colors, the crowds are far fewer than during peak summer travel times, sunsets are still spectacular along our private beach, and this crisp autumn air gives us the perfect opportunity to curl up in a cozy sweater or blanket and take in the view. Though small in size, there is certainly no shortage of spectacular restaurants in Sequim, either, which makes for a lovely and romantic evening out when you want it. Book your room at Dungeness Bay Cottages today, and enjoy fall in Sequim’s best choice for waterfront lodging.
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Discover the Dungeness River Audubon Center
All it takes is one step outside your door most mornings at this time of year, the the realization that summer is officially gone and fall is here hits home. Crisp, chilly mornings are normal this time of year; just as normal as sunny, beautiful afternoons–especially in Sequim. Only in the beautiful town of Sequim do you get to enjoy the Olympic Peninsula’s famous natural beauty without all the typical Washington Rain, and that is thanks in large part to the rainshadow effect of the Olympic Mountains. Sequim enjoys an incredible 250+ sunny days every year, which means there’s never really a bad time to visit us at the Dungeness Bay Cottages in Sequim. When the rest of Western Washington bundles up and pulls out the umbrella’s, those of us in Sequim head outside to enjoy places like the Dungeness River Audubon Center and Railroad Bridge Park. Book your rooms at the Dungeness Bay Cottages, and come explore the best of Sequim with us this fall!
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Discovering Wineries on the Olympic Peninsula
There has been tremendous growth in Washington State’s wine industry over the last decade, to the point that Washington wines are becoming well known across the country for their complex and delicious tasting notes. Wineries found on the Olympic Peninsula are no exception. In the charming towns of the Olympic Peninsula, including Chimacum, Nordland (Marrowstone Island), Port Townsend, Sequim and Port Angeles, you’ll find 10 world-class wineries to explore. Add to this the superb local and fresh Northwest cuisine and unbeatable scenery enjoyed in Sequim, and you’ll find that spending time here is nothing short of perfect. Book your room at our private oceanfront cottages today.
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Weather for Sequim
 | Wednesday 02/13 Partly Cloudy Partly cloudy. Lows overnight in the upper 20s. |
 | Thursday 02/14 Rain Showers early, becoming a steady rain later in the day. High 39F. Winds E at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 80%. |
 | Friday 02/15 Chance of Rain Considerable cloudiness with occasional rain showers. High 43F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 40%. |
