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AYH Ranch Hostel is located on Vashon Island in Puget Sound and offers unique Western style accommodation. Enjoy sleeping in a teepee or a covered wagon and discover the cowboy and Indian in you - let's play. Comfortable private rooms are also available at the AYH Ranch Hostel, and there is plenty of space for camping, enjoy a relaxing retreat on this 10 acre ranch. AYH Ranch Hostel also caters to weddings Western style or at their other waterfront venue, the Marine View Estates.READ MORE

Vashon Allied Arts on Vashon Island is one of the oldest community arts centers in the state of Washington and is the location of the art gallery, dance studio and is the venue for most performances. Arts Education is also available with over 150 classes per year, taught by some of the finest artists in the region, to islanders of all ages. READ MORE

Polar Bear Tours with International Wildlife Adventures based in Vashon, Washington, will take you to view the Polar Bears of Churchill, Manitoba, Canada, and tours are available in summer and fall. The polar bears gather at Hudson Bay waiting for the big freeze so they can begin their seal hunt, and your polar bear experience will start in Churchill, Manitoba which is set in the midst of the bears. There are many bear tours to choose from whether you want to stay in a lodge near the bears, or enjoy a Tundra Buggy Adventure, or go on a Polar Bear Photo Safari, the choice and style of tour is yours and the bears are fascinating, majestic creatures, it's a journey you will never forget.READ MORE

Silverwood Gallery on Vashon Island is a gallery of fine and functional art with exhibitions changing on a monthly basis. Silverwood Gallery also exclusively represents the oil paintings of Margaret Tylczak and the individually handcrafted gold jewelry of Eric Heffelfinger. Enjoy an atmosphere of friendliness and comfort while you browse the art and sculpture of leading names in the region.READ MORE

Spice Route Cuisine of India on Vashon Island presents culinary delights from the Punjab region of northwestern India. Enjoy delectable curries combined with sublime spices to tantalise and please the discerning palate. The Punjab are gourmet cooks blending 20 herbs and spices with tandoori clay oven cooking for eating pleasure. Fantastic new dishes on the dinner menu include mango curry with creamy mango masala served with a choice of lamb, chicken or shrimp served with chai, a black spicy tea or Nimbu Pani a homemade Indian lemonade - just gorgeous.READ MORE

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The Vashon Island Coffee Roasterie is a working Artisan Coffee Roasterie as well as an organic health food store that serves wonderful espressos, brewed coffee, custom blended teas & food. The store also stock wonderful gifts and mementos like Tea and coffee accessories, mugs, cups, sets, Beautiful French press coffee makers, grinders, books, etc. While sipping your delectable blended coffee, tea or chai, enjoy with great breakfast fare, sandwiches, salads and pastries. If you can't get there order your blends and gifts at the on-line store.READ MORE

The Quartermaster Restaurant at the Quartermaster Inn on Vashon Island offers fantastic meals served with either cocktails, beer or wine. Enjoy salads and soups and old classics like fish and chips, deep fried shrimps or the islands best burgers. The Quartermaster Restaurant serves lunch and dinner and a Sunday brunch, and after a sublime meal go for a long walk on the beach. READ MORE

Kingfisher Cabin on Vashon Island is a delightful two bedroomed waterfront retreat with an open, fully equipped kitchen and living room with a cathedral ceiling and skylight. After a long walk on the beach, relax on the deck and enjoy the glorious views over the Quartermaster Harbor. The fully furnished Kingfisher Cabin is perfect for a romantic retreat or family getaway, and a great base being only a short ferry ride away from Seattle, Tacoma or Southworth..READ MORE

The Two Tides is situated between Quartermaster and Tramp Harbors, on the isthmus connecting Vashon/Maury Islands, and offers delightful beach accommodations with glorious sea views right on your doorstep. Prepare meals in the fully equipped kitchen looking onto the beach, and then rest up in a comfy queen sized bed and wake to the most glorious sunsets ever and a delightful continental breakfast. The two Tides offers the unique experience of both the sunset from the deck and the sunrise just steps away, because of it's location on the narrow land bridge. READ MORE

The Vashon Bookshop on Vashon Island offers a vast selection of new and used books including enduring classics. There are events and books for the kids as well as a book club. Gift certificates are available and the Vashon Bookshop offers a discount and free shipping for new book orders, and as an added service are happy to order used/rare/out-of-print books for a small fee.READ MORE

All Season Waterfront on the southern tip Vashon Island is a delightful waterfront hideaway with a spacious deck and spa overlooking Puget Sound and the Cascade mountains, and enjoy the shell-covered beach. Enjoy preparing gourmet meals in the complete kitchen as the view constantly unfolds and changes before you, drink in the sounds and sights of the sea on your doorstep - indulge yourself in luxury, it's a wonderfully romantic getaway.READ MORE

Andrew Will Winery on Vashon Island have helped put Washington state on the map as a world-class wine-producing region. Andrew Will Winery produces blends of varieties that also make the most complex and attractive wines. Chris Camarda the winemaker has developed his style of winemaking over the years, and now offers elegant wines with finesse. Join the wine club and enjoy varieties throughout the year sent to you via mail.READ MORE

Vashon Theatre is Vashon Island's one and only cinema house offering at least 9 showings a week during the winter and as many as 14 showings during summer. Host your birthday party here and watch your favourite movie with family and friends or play video games and enjoy the snacks on offer. Vashon Theatre also now offers on-screen advertising space for businesses that reach a wide target audienceREAD MORE

International Wildlife Adventures based in Vashon, Washington will take you on some of the most amazing adventures in the world including bear tours to view the polar bears of Churchill, and the brown, black and spirit bears of British Columbia. Enjoy wildlife excursions to exotic Japan, Brazil, South America and Africa or cruises to Spitsbergen, the Galapagos Islands, Antarctica and much more. There are exciting land based trips to choose from and small ship expeditions as well as photo safaris led by a professional guide. International Wildlife Adventures offers you tours to some of the worlds best locations, with unsurpassed nature travel, there's even diving with whale sharks in Belize, here you get fantastic opportunities to travel the world at great value.READ MORE

Cafe Luna is a delightful coffee house on Vashon Island that serves up great espressos, meals and has wonderful live music on weekends. Enjoy a greatly expanded lunch menu of pizza, homemade soup and organic salads plus other delectable edibles. Cafe Luna serves organic produce and products where possible and fully endorses recycling and supports local businesses and even Organic beer and wine is available!.READ MORE

The Quest for the Spirit Bear is a magical journey to British Columbia, Canada with International Wildlife Adventures based in Vashon, Washington. This is a true adventure to find the elusive white Kermode bears. A healthy population of these spirit bears are found on Princess Royal Island, off the north coast of British Columbia and the other wildlife here includes grizzly bears, wolves, wolverines, black bears, deer and beavers, which present fantastic photo opportunities. On this spirit bear journey you will explore the deep fjords and inlets of the British Columbia temperate rainforest, kayak the rugged shorelines, see humpback whales and so much more. The Quest for the Spirit Bear tour also includes excellent food and professional guides and your group is kept small for a sensational experience.READ MORE

Shefidgets Catering on Vashon Island will take care of all your catering needs on or off site depending on your needs, with sublime food that is sourced fresh from the island, and will cater to people with allergies and specialised diets. Shefidgets Catering offers two wonderful venues for your celebration and can also provide party equipment rentals such as large tents and serving ware. The food is a culinary delight and will be remembered as the highlight of your event - guaranteed.READ MORE

Red Bicycle Bistro and Sushi is located on beautiful Vashon Island serving American classics and sushi. Enjoy micro brews on tap as well as Bottle Beers & Cocktails from the bar where the full menu is also available. Enjoy tender grilled chicken and Bishops burgers served with slaw and fries or soup using only the best Angus beef prepared on a flame grill. Sushi meals are sublime and can be ordered as combo plates. Enjoy regular live music and entertainment shows and Red Bicycle Bistro and sushi is also available for your Party or Event. READ MORE

The Sea Breeze Farm Winery on Vashon Island makes wines by hand and foot from Washington-grown grapes, with no additives or chemicals - simply superb. Enjoy the cabernet sauvignon blends on offer or the chardonnay, how about some syrah - come taste. Buy your wine, cheese, meat, pates, eggs and so much more from the Sea breeze Farm, or stop for lunch or dinner, it's all divine.READ MORE

The Lavender Duck in Vashon is a charming turn of the century farmhouse built in 1896 and is decorated in lavender and purple. A fully equipped kitchen is available for meals and a barbecue and a picnic table are available outside. Rooms are comfortable some with down quilts and a cozy shared living room is available with cozy parlor stove, TV and sunny southside deck. READ MORE

Palouse Winery is located on Vashon Island in the Puget Sound and is a small handcrafted family run winery that presents wines that are voluptuous, round and smooth on the palate, just like the hills of Palouse. Extracting only the softest and silkiest tannins from the fruit ensures a exquisite and sensuous wine that is smooth and gentle on the palate. Palouse Winery makes limited quantities of extremely high quality wines and sources fruit from some of the best vineyards in Eastern Washington.READ MORE