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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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Our Sequim Cottages are the Perfect Fall Getaway
Summers in Sequim, Washington are filled with adventure and fun, but it’s time to start turning our attention to the upcoming fall months. With schools in or nearly in session across the country, many parents and caregivers are finding themselves thrust back into the hectic pace of day-to-day life. So this fall, treat yourself or your loved ones to something special, and come spend a few blissful nights at our romantic beachfront cottages, nestled on the pristine shores of Sequim’s Dungeness Bay. Fall along these beautiful shores is simply magical, as the colors of the season change from green to the signature golden, fiery hues of autumn. When you stay at our romantic Sequim cottages, you’re part of our family. Come see what makes us different than our competitors. Book your room at the Dungeness Bay Cottages today.
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Kayaking in Sequim
Before summer is over, glide your kayak through the cool waters surrounding Sequim. Kayaking is the perfect way to get up close and personal to the incomparable beauty of the Pacific Northwest, and it’s incredibly relaxing. One of the best things about living in Sequim is the ability to enjoy mother nature throughout a good majority of the year. Summertime is definitely special, though, as evidenced by the sheer number of people who visit the Olympic Peninsula on a given summer weekend. Take advantage of our incredible summer weather in Sequim, and plan a kayaking adventure to top off your summer. You definitely won’t be disappointed. Book your room at our oceanfront cottages today.
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Hiking Around Sequim
All it takes is one simple look around at the abundant natural beauty of the Olympic Peninsula for visitors to fall in love with the Sequim area and all it has to offer. One of the best things about Sequim, other than its idyllic setting, is the moderate weather that we enjoy year-round. The frequent sunny days and mild temperatures allow residents and visitors alike to get outside on a regular basis. Though spring and summer may be the more obvious choices for hiking on the Olympic Peninsula, we find that there really isn’t any bad time of year to get out and enjoy the area’s incredible hiking trails. Book your room at the Dungeness Bay Cottages today.
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Visiting Lavender Farms in Sequim
July is just around the corner, and excitement in Sequim for the annual Lavender Festival is growing. Though we are fully booked for Lavender Festival weekend for 2018, now is a great time to book one of our private oceanfront cottages for Lavender Festival weekend in 2019! It’s always held the third weekend in July, which means July 19 – 21, 2019. In the meantime, if you missed your chance to stay at our cottages for Lavender Festival this year, there are still plenty of ways to enjoy Sequim’s extraordinary Lavender Farms. In fact, the weekends before and after the Lavender Festival are sometimes an even better time to come see these rolling fields of brilliant purple in person. Book your room at the Dungness Bay Cottages today!
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Whale Watching Near Sequim
The Olympic Peninsula in Washington State is known for its pristine natural habitat, and it’s enthusiastic nature-loving population. Home to charming towns such as Sequim, Port Angeles, and Port Townsend, the peninsula is famously home to the ruggedly beautiful and wild Olympic National Park, in addition to miles upon miles of untouched beach habitat. Just off the coast of the Olympic Peninsula is the Strait of Juan de Fuca, which leads from the Pacific Ocean into the Puget Sound. Now is the perfect time to go whale watching near Sequim, where you can learn all you ever wanted to know about the incredible ocean-going giants beneath the surface. Book your room at our private oceanfront cottages, and experience the rugged beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
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Biking the Olympic Discovery Trail
All it takes is one simple look around for visitors to fall in love with the Olympic Peninsula. Sequim, which is located in the rainshadow of the Olympic Mountains, enjoys more dry sunny days throughout the year than most other towns in the Pacific Northwest, making it a truly unique and wonderful travel destination. The biggest draw to for guests to visit us at the Dungeness Bay Cottages is the scenery. It’s unbeatable. It also happens to be a great home base from which to explore the Olympic Peninsula, which includes one of the newest attractions, the Olympic Discovery Trail. Book your room at the Dungeness Bay Cottages in Sequim, and come experience the Pacific Northwest with us.
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Explore the Dungeness Spit & Wildlife Refuge
Memorial Day is nearly upon us, and for many that means that we are facing the unofficial start of summer. We certainly still have a few more weeks of spring to enjoy, but summer is on the hearts and minds of many. No matter the time of year, there’s plenty to do in Sequim, and that is one of the best parts about visiting us at the Dungeness Bay Cottages. Guests come here to relax and enjoy our picturesque surroundings and incredible waterfront spaces. The best place for a beach walk is undoubtedly the Dungeness Spit and Wildlife Refuge. Come explore this beautiful stretch of beach with us, and book your room at our beachfront cottages today.
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Weather for Sequim
 | Tuesday 10/16 Clear Sunny. High 64F. Winds light and variable. |
| Wednesday 10/17 Clear Mostly sunny skies. High 64F. Winds light and variable. |
| Thursday 10/18 Clear Sunshine along with some cloudy intervals. High 61F. Winds light and variable. |
