The best vintage trailer rentals in San Juan Islands

Sandwiched between the state of Washington and Vancouver Island in Canada in the Salish Sea, the San Juan Islands comprise four main islands and hundreds of smaller islands and rock formations. The San Juans are popular for getaways, particularly in the summer months, and offer all sorts of things to do, from biking and hiking trails to kayaking expeditions and whale-watching trips. The Washington State Ferry system offers service to the islands from Anacortes, Washington or from British Columbia. There’s also a passenger ferry—the Puget Sound Express—that links Friday Harbor on San Juan Island with the city of Port Townsend on the Olympic Peninsula.

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Sandwiched between the state of Washington and Vancouver Island in Canada in the Salish Sea, the San Juan Islands comprise four main islands and hundreds of smaller islands and rock formations. The San Juans are popular for getaways, particularly in the summer months, and offer all sorts of things to do, from biking and hiking trails to kayaking expeditions and whale-watching trips. The Washington State Ferry system offers service to the islands from Anacortes, Washington or from British Columbia. There’s also a passenger ferry—the Puget Sound Express—that links Friday Harbor on San Juan Island with the city of Port Townsend on the Olympic Peninsula.

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1. Compass Rose Farms

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15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Port Townsend, WA

This magical, 40-acre, cultivated ecosystem, will wrap around you and leave you enchanted. Enjoy this peaceful, country retreat, as a place to rest and reconnect with the earth and yourself. This is a great place to stop for the night, but one day might not be enough to meander the many paths, drink tea harvested from the herb garden, sit on a bench talking to ancient Maple trees, walk the stone labyrinth, wander the sacred Grove, and camp under the stars. There's so much to enjoy here, from the fragrant rose gardens to the orchards and sheep meadows. Spend the morning sipping tea with a book in the greenhouse, an afternoon wandering the many wooded trails, preparing dinner with vegetables grown from the garden, and enjoying the evening watching the moon and stars come up from the observatory platform. You could take a guided tour of the land and animals, or join one of the many workshops hosted here, such as learning to spin yarn from our herd of Icelandic sheep or take an introduction class to Permaculture. Bring your knitting, friends, or just a favorite book, and spend a few days in this tranquil destination, as this land has something to offer everyone. Please NOTE: This is a working farm, we have animals, dirt, sticks, bugs, poop, and lots of opportunities to "connect" with Nature. All of our amenities are shared spaces, designed to foster community. You will find signs posted around the property with clear communication. All of our lodgings are off-grid with no electricity or running water. Water, electricity, and WIFI are available in the shared kitchen, garden, cafe, and lounging areas. Please bring battery-operated lights, bedding, and a pillow, unless otherwise noted. Amenities include: shower house, bathhouse, large semi-commercial kitchen, library, cafe, fiber studio, yarn shop, plenty of outdoor seating, safe potable water, 2 regularly maintained portable toilets, hand washing station, 2 charcoal/wood barbeques Check-in is 4-8 pm Contact us to inquire about using the land for weddings, retreats, and other gatherings! Check out our on-site Airbnb rental house here: airbnb.com/h/millhouserental airbnb.com/h/millhouserental2 Follow or tag us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comp...

2. Sunset Ridge

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6 sites · Tents, Lodging · Geneva, WA

Welcome to our stunning property overlooking the picturesque North Whatcom Valley. Prepare to be captivated by the breathtaking views that stretch from the majestic ocean on the west to the towering peaks of the Twin Sisters and Baker Mountain on the east. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature as you relax in the shade of our abundant trees, perfect for setting up your hammock and enjoying the serenity of the surroundings. Take a leisurely stroll or bike ride along the scenic trails that wind through the area, allowing you to fully appreciate the diverse landscape. During the season, indulge in the delicious pleasure of blackberry picking, a delightful pastime that adds a touch of sweetness to your outdoor experience. Find a comfortable rock to perch on and soak in the magnificent view, while listening to the soothing sounds of nature. Whether you're seeking tranquility or adventure, our property offers the perfect vantage point to savor the beauty of the Whatcom Valley and create lasting memories.

3. Charming Vintage RVBbqWineries

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1 site · Lodging · Abbotsford, BC

Come unwind in Lucinda the Bigfoot, located in the luscious urban-countryside of the Fraser Valley. Tastefully decorated and thoughtfully furnished, Lucinda is a small 1984 Bigfoot fiberglass trailer, her updated interior nods graciously at her charming, vintage past. Relax in lawn chairs under an airy canopy, light the fire bowl, and listen to the singing birds in the morning and peeping frogs at night. Lucinda is conveniently located in Abbotsford near three famous Mt Lehman area wineries, Mission Bridge, great walking trails and mountain hikes, fantastic Mt Baker view, berry picking, boutique shopping, and the Abbotsford airport. Lucinda features all the comforts of home snugly assembled in one cozy room. Great for a quick stop, weekend stay, or fun alternative place to have a break. Lucinda has a toaster, tea kettle, pots, cast-iron pan, and all your basic kitchen needs. Feel free to use the stove-top to heat something up or call in a meal with SkipTheDishes or DoorDash. In need of a coffee fix? If you are feeling organic, help yourself to local whole beans, or we have ground coffee for a speedier option. Savour it in genuine vintage Denby stoneware! Enjoy our comfortable mattress, pillows, and high-quality linens. Towels, toiletries, and a clothes steamer are provided for your convenience. You can adjust the thermostat to your liking, and the MaxxFan air vent works like an A/C on summer nights to keep you comfortable. Lucinda has a small table for meals or working on your laptop. The bed is a small full-size bed and can accommodate one adult or two slender adults who like to be close together 😉. You can stretch out comfortably at a length of 6’3”. Due to the size of the trailer, it may not be suitable for children. There is not currently a TV, but you will have access to WiFi, so be sure to bring your laptop to cuddle up and watch your favorite shows or movies in bed! The bathroom is, frankly, a fairy-sized wet room – Lucinda is economical like that. It will give you a decent shower though and we provide bath towels, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. The toilet is flushable, and we provide RV toilet paper that is made specifically for our RV plumbing system. The water heater works well and heats up pretty quickly. However, it is a standard RV water heater which means you'll have about 5-6 minutes of hot water until it heats up again. The shower head has a stop button to control water usage while you are showering. Lastly, please do not be surprised that Lucinda is small; she is small. However, we find her to be a comfortable resting place. -Guest access- You may use the outdoor areas located directly outside of the RV but please respect the area around the adjacent private residence as off limits.

4. Cascade Camper

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1 site · Lodging · Mount Vernon, WA

Your GATEWAY to the beautiful CASCADES !!! A farm life experience !!! This unique stay at the "Cascade Camper" has a cozy and custom style of its own. Come join us at the Mini Manor farm and break away from the busy life for a great nights rest. We love meeting new people and the animals are always excited to greet you (Ducks, Chickens, 3 Cats - Leah, Pip and Taquito, 2 Loving Dogs - Scooby and Sir Puggleton, and our Mini Goats- Rocky and Rosey. We're located off the beaten path in an open country setting, just a bike ride away from Clear Lake, WA (fishing, swimming and paddle boarding) minutes away from all of the wonderful conveniences you'll need for an enjoyable getaway and 1.5 hours from the Cascade National Park.

Stories from the community

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Hayley

September 2025

Weekend Trip to *Charming Vintage RV*Bbq*Wineries*

Such a quirky retro little bubble. Exactly what you want and maybe didn’t know you needed. This is the ultimate place to relax, gather your thoughts and reset.

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Karina

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Sunset Ridge

My bf and I really enjoyed staying here at Sunset Ridge! The RV was so cozy and had everything we needed to stay! We loved the outdoor seating area. Nice view! We spent most of our time in Bellingham which was a short 15 minute drive away. We also loved Shaum's dogs 😊 They came to greet us at least once a day! Shaums was so attentive to our stay but also gave us space to enjoy the area! Definitely recommend staying here! Looking forward to coming back to explore more of the trails, the nearby lake, and doing a bonfire! We were here during the fire ban.

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Rose Lew Tsai-Le

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Compass Rose Farms

If you like communal-style arrangements with a strong sense of restorative and connection with the land, this place is great. I enjoyed the dried herbs for mixing custom tea blends, community gathering spaces, meandering trail through the forest and wetlands, and incredible flower garden and orchard. The vintage camper itself was clean and comfortable, with good mattress and pillows. Kateen is also a great host, meeting us and providing a small tour at the start. Portable toilets are not my favorite, but they were well-kept, with a hand-washing sink with soap available. I could see coming back and staying for more than one night and would recommend to others.

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Erin

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Compass Rose Farms

Lovely spot that's absolutely magical. Great amenities and walking paths

Amber

September 2025

3 nights at Compass Rose Farms

Amazing farm stay! Kateen has the most beautiful farm and it felt like living in a magical fairyland. Flowers and lush green plants in every direction. Everything in the common spaces and campers are clean and well maintained. The bed was a little creaky but it was comfortable and I slept very well. I felt extremely safe and comfortable. It was super easy to get to Port Townsend from the property, I will absolutely come back!

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Ginger

September 2025

1 night at Compass Rose Farms

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay! The energy there is so revitalizing I instantly felt my breathe deepen upon arrival. It is clear how much care goes into this special place. All the amenities needed were there and clearly available. Kateen is a delight. Staying in Pearl was like a sweet hug. She was very clean and cozy.

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Olivia

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Compass Rose Farms

Compass Rose Farms is such a special place! And Kateen is a wonderful host

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Kristin

September 2025

1 night at Compass Rose Farms

This hipcamp is truly special! Kateen has created a place that reflects her deep respect and reverence for the land she stewards. She was welcoming and went above and beyond what I’ve ever experienced from a host. The details throughout every corner of the property, from meditation spots to the kitchen and library, show just how thoughtfully everything has been curated and how much care and intention went into this space. Staying here was an experience I won’t forget and I will most certainly be returning!

EB

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Compass Rose Farms

This is the BEST PLACE!! We stayed in Bumblebee & loved it. So much value to get to hangout in this magical place! Thank you, Kateen!

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August

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Compass Rose Farms

Lovely farm we had such a peaceful and invigorating stay. We loved interacting with all of the animals, orchards, and beautiful flower garden. Couldn't ask for anything more.

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Laura

August 2025

5 nights at Compass Rose Farms

I stayed in one of the campers for five nights while attending a dance retreat in Port Townsend. This place was just lovely all around. Hot outdoor(ish) shower & gorgeous vegetable/flower/fruit farm you can harvest from. There's poop everywhere because it's a farm but it wasn't a problem, and I didn't have any trouble with the geese and turkeys. Sweet tea room, library, greenhouses, foot soak.... total gem.

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rachael

August 2025

1 night at Compass Rose Farms

Wow- Compass Rose Farms is magical and serene. If you have the chance to stay on this property with Kateend not hesitate. I highly recommend Compass Rose Farms!

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Jeanna

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Compass Rose Farms

We loved our stay at this beautiful farm. The shared spaces were fantastic and inspiring and I loved the permaculture tour given by Kateen. A comfortable place to unwind and enjoy a glimpse of what farm life can be, and great proximity to both Port Townsend and Hood Canal.

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Ombú

August 2025

3 nights at *Charming Vintage RV*Bbq*Wineries*

Lucinda was a great place for our weekend getaway! Erica thought of absolutely everything to make sure we had what we needed :) loved the cats and being woken up by the rooster too! It was very lovely to explore two new cities for us, Mission and Abbotsford, both a 20 minute ride away.

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Ahnalise

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Compass Rose Farms

Beautiful place. We had such a wonderful time. Great hospitality. We hope to return in the future. We loved everything about the place.

Andrea

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Sunset Ridge

I really enjoyed my time at the Sunset Ridge trailer. Shaums really does a great job of being attentive while giving you space. You totally can see their house from the trailer but the fire pit is over a little hill that feels secluded but safe. As a solo female I look for places that allow me to be outside but also safe. I also adored being greeted by Shaums’ pups. The trailer was comfy, cozy, clean and conveniently located. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.

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Lola

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Compass Rose Farms

Kateens place is absolutely lovely and looks straight out of a story book. Her farm is truly peaceful everything about is a perfect getaway. Property is beautiful and perfect to see Olympic Forest!! 10/10000 stay :))

megan

July 2025

4 nights at Compass Rose Farms

When I pulled up to the farm I was shocked at how gorgeous it was, and spent the following few days finding a massive dose of restorative peace and quiet. Kateen has created such a beautiful place with countless thoughtful details, and the sleeps that I had in my little caravan (and the day naps in the hammocks by the forest) were as comfy as can be. Can’t wait to come back!

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Elizabeth

July 2025

1 night at Compass Rose Farms

Beautiful peaceful retreat, especially after a long travel day.

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Tanya

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Compass Rose Farms

this was the cutest place i've ever experienced! wish we got to spend more time here. definitely recommend to anyone looking for a lovely camp with gardens, animals, and wonderful amenities! the trailer was also very cozy 😊

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The best vintage trailers in San Juan Islands guide

Where to go

Orcas Island

Orcas Island is the biggest island in the San Juans, and has plenty of amenities, including restaurants, museums, shops, and camping options. It’s also home to the largest of Washington’s state parks—Moran State Park—a fantastic place for hiking, and boating. Tent and RV camping is available in the park, but campers need to secure reservations ahead of time. If you have your own boat, you can also visit nearby Sucia Island Marine State Park, an uninhabited, pristine spot directly north of Orcas Island.

San Juan Island

San Juan Island is popular among adventurers and history lovers, and the San Juan Island National Historical Park is a must-visit for anyone who wants to learn about the Pig War, a boundary dispute between Britain and the U.S. that all started because of a trespassing pig. The park is for day use only, but you'll find tent and RV sites at San Juan County Park on the west side of San Juan Island, overlooking Haro Straight, and at the San Juan County Fairgrounds.

Lopez Island

The third-most populated island in the chain, Lopez Island offers 63 miles of shoreline and a mix of forests, farmlands, galleries, and boutiques. The island is popular among cyclists, with quiet, mostly flat roads, and has a few great places to camp, including Spencer Spit State Park, which has reservable and hiker/biker sites, a dump station, flush toilets, but no hookups or showers, and Odlin County Park has seven RV sites for vehicles less than 30-feet-long, but no hookups.

Shaw Island

Shaw Island is the smallest of the four main San Juan Islands that are accessible by ferry, with a year-round population of only around 200 people. You can camp at Shaw County Park, which offers 11 tent camping sites, a boat launch, picnic tables, and fire pits. Island facilities are limited, but there is a general store by the ferry landing where you can buy food and supplies.