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The Salty Mug

Looking for that extra special coffee? You cannot beat this specialty salted caramel coffee drink, named “The Salty Mug” from… well The Salty Mug. Take a stroll down the Coupeville Wharf and you will come upon a beautiful red barn nestled by the waves at the end. Inside you will find a gift shop, a […]
From Their Farm to Your Table

From Their Farm to Your Table Just like most things nostalgic, many of us can recall our parents or grandparents growing something tasty in a small veggie garden. Remember those little cherry tomatoes that grow and develop into vibrant, juicy, delectable, red balls of happiness that burst in your mouth and send a tingle […]
Purchasing Vacant Land

Purchasing vacant land: Written by: Simona Groves Ahhhh, the lovely earthy scent produced by the rain or the morning dew, the buzzing of the bees and the many of shades of green enchanting the view. Who doesn’t like to be immersed into nature and fantasize about living in it? If you are one of […]
How to Install Laminate Flooring

How to Install Laminate Flooring: Written by: Anita Johnston How many times have you thought “I can install laminate flooring” or “I wish I could do that?” Flooring is one of those renovation projects that allure newbies most often. After mastering the skill of installing your own floor it can liberate the home owner which […]
The Salty Mug

Looking for that extra special coffee? You cannot beat this specialty salted caramel coffee drink, named “The Salty Mug” from… well The Salty Mug. Take a stroll down the Coupeville Wharf and you will come upon a beautiful red barn nestled by the waves at the end. Inside you will find a gift shop, a […]
From Their Farm to Your Table

From Their Farm to Your Table Just like most things nostalgic, many of us can recall our parents or grandparents growing something tasty in a small veggie garden. Remember those little cherry tomatoes that grow and develop into vibrant, juicy, delectable, red balls of happiness that burst in your mouth and send a tingle […]

From Their Farm to Your Table From Their Farm to Your Table Just like most things nostalgic, many of us can recall our parents or grandparents growing something tasty in a small veggie garden. Remember those little cherry tomatoes that grow and develop into vibrant, juicy, delectable, red balls of happiness that burst in your mouth and send a tingle […]

Purchasing Vacant Land Purchasing vacant land: Written by: Simona Groves Ahhhh, the lovely earthy scent produced by the rain or the morning dew, the buzzing of the bees and the many of shades of green enchanting the view. Who doesn’t like to be immersed into nature and fantasize about living in it? If you are one of […]

How to Install Laminate Flooring How to Install Laminate Flooring: Written by: Anita Johnston How many times have you thought “I can install laminate flooring” or “I wish I could do that?” Flooring is one of those renovation projects that allure newbies most often. After mastering the skill of installing your own floor it can liberate the home owner which […]

The Salty Mug Looking for that extra special coffee? You cannot beat this specialty salted caramel coffee drink, named “The Salty Mug” from… well The Salty Mug. Take a stroll down the Coupeville Wharf and you will come upon a beautiful red barn nestled by the waves at the end. Inside you will find a gift shop, a […]

State of the Base – November 2017 Written by Don Jaques November 29, 2017 Today I attended the annual “State of the Base” meeting with the North Puget Sound Area Realtors. Captain Geoff Moore, Commanding Officer of Naval Air Station Whidbey Island (NASWI), gave a 20 minute presentation that included some interesting facts and figures affecting life and the real estate market […]

Looking for a Little Sunshine on a Cloudy Day? Looking for a little sunshine on a cloudy day? Stop by Sunshine drip in Coupeville, the one-stop shop that never disappoints. No matter what time of day, sit down for a steamy cup of coffee or a scrumptious meal. Then be inspired by their ever-changing décor, that is also for sale. Yep, you heard that […]

National Pie Day Did you know that the first pie recipe was published during the Roman Empire? Earlier pies were mainly meat pies and later on, during the 12th century in England, they evolved into a more modern pie resemblance. These days we enjoy pies all over the world, and it is a staple dessert in America. Today, […]

Local Date Night Spots You’ve probably seen it, the Valentine’s décor and candy lining the shelves at just about every retail establishment you visit. This could only mean one thing… Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! With this year’s love holiday fast approaching, you may be thinking of the perfect place to take your sweetheart. Well, look no […]

Rainy Days on Whidbey Despite what many think, Oak Harbor is not the rainiest city. In fact, Oak Harbor is situated in what called a “rain shadow”. This means, here in Oak Harbor, we experience less rainfall than our neighboring areas. The surrounding mountains shelter us from rain-bearing winds. While we do experience a variation in the amount of […]