Westmont Hilltop HS, Tufts Univ., Sonoma State Univ.
Jer and I are baby boomers with 5 sons, 4 daughters-in-law and 7 grandchildren. We are easy-going and spiritually eclectic. We love hiking, camping, gardening, yoga, kirtan and baking (lucky for you!).
We have an aging dog, Bisbee, who will bark when you first arrive - her way of greeting. Jer's writing a novel. We both take care of two of the grandkids and bake for the B&B. I am currently job-hunting again, looking for something part-time within the nonprofit world as a grant writer or fundraiser.
“All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveler is unaware.” – Martin Buber
Easy walking distance to the Fairhaven district and also close to trails. We enjoyed a beautiful 5-mile run through the woods. The apartment is wonderful and gets lots of light, the hostess is very pleasant, and she gave us home-made bread for breakfast! This experience is so much better than staying at a hotel!
February 2012We had a great time. The studio was nicly apointed with everything we needed and the host where very helpful with where to eat (even provided a coupon they happened to have for the restuant)
Saralee and Jerry were wonderful hosts. They’re downstairs apartment was perfect for our visit to Bellingham. It has a very comfortable bed along with a little kitchen and bathroom. They even made us homemade bagels! We got hit by a snow storm while there and before we had even started to pack the car to leave, they had already cleared the driveway. I would definitely recommend staying there.
This is a wonderful studio and the hosts saralee and ger are awesome. This was our second stay and will be back many more times.
Great apartment and a great location. Saralee and Jerry were great hosts and very accomidating to our 'special' needs.
I needed a place kind of last minute and was so excited when this one popped up as available. It was exactly what I needed for my last two nights of a long trip before I got to head home. Quiet at night, neat, comfy bed, privacy, kitchen that had little extras like some fruit and staples in the fridge...and the little treats that would "appear" while I was out, like homemade shortbread cookies, were just right. It is definitely a place I would visit again my next trip out!
Cute Studio and great location. Saralee and Jerry were great hosts and we look forward to returning.
We had a peaceful, cozy stay over the New Year's weekend. The bread and granola were delicious and the orange juice fairy kept us stocked on OJ all weekend. We were an easy walk from Fairhaven in a quiet, pretty neighborhood. Sara and Jerry were very kind and accommodating about our later than planned arrival and made our stay generally awesome.
Hi Sara and Jerry, Thanks for the very pleasant stay. Our daughter wanted to stay an extra night. We enjoyed the convenience and privacy of the little suite - it really worked for us. And, you are right, we did not mind the weather though the sudden appearance of the rain and wind surprised us at times. We continue to enjoy Bellingham and hope to visit again soon. Pam, Peter and Caitlin.
Place was exactly as described. Cute, warm, quiet, comfortable. There are about 20 movies to watch and full cable. Saralee and Jerry were very nice and offered to let me use the laundry. Easy to get to off the freeway and close to the little downtown. I stay in 4 star hotels for work all the time, and this was a very nice and refreshing change. Highly recommended.
Seamless experience. Talk to Jerry for a couple minutes when we arrived, and then never saw them again (of course it was a warm welcome, and an open door if we wanted to). A delicious homemade bagel and granola breakfast was ready the night before, no coordination required.
Great stay! Great hosts. A lovely place in a lovely town. We will return.
Lovely little place in a great location. Thanks for a nice few days in Fairhaven.
A very quiet and charming place; I walked everywhere. Thank you again, Saralee!
This is an amazing place to stay. They pictures are completely accurate and it is immaculately clean. Saralee and Jerry were very patient and gracious with our showing up late. They are true to their word that they can accommodate diets. They provided vegan spread and coconut milk for me and regular milk and butter for my fiance. The homemade bread was so good and they provided delicious preserves. There was plenty of fresh fruit, coffee and teas. They were very warm and friendly and... More »
The apartment was perfect for us and Jerry was very nice. The extra touches (OJ, Coffee, Milk, bread, fruit) were all much appreciated and we definitely look forward to staying again.
Lovely lovely quiet private retreat in Bellingham. The suite meets every need and is in an excellent location for walks to historic Fairhaven. This is a great place to stay and relax- bed is incredibly comfortable. Sara and Jerry are great hosts!
The location of the studio couldn't be beat, and both Saralee and Jerry were very welcoming and helpful in terms of where to have dinner, location of things around their place, etc. The interior is nicely done with a functional small kitchen. The only thing for us was that we'd wanted to sleep in a bit, and the bedroom itself is underneath their home. However, if you're an early riser - or a sound sleeper - it wouldn't be an issue.
My wife and I greatly enjoyed our stay at Saralee and Jerry's Adorable Furnished Studio Apartment. The room was clean and comfortable, all appliances we could have wanted were there and the home made granola bars, granola, fresh fruit, preserves and bread Saralee made were all delicious. But one of the reasons we like to travel is to get to know the place we're visiting. Saralee and Jerry were very helpful with hints and tips of things to do and places to go in Bellingham and we look... More »
Nice hosts & a clean room; beds not so comfortable. Loved the homemade energy bars and fresh berries, not enough food to be called a Bed and Breakfast.
Jerry and Saralee made me feel so comfortable during my stay, the granola and baked bread was amazing. Thank you so much, I will be back to stay with you again.
Comfortable little home away from home!
Sara and Jerry were wonderful hosts; the accommodations private, quiet, clean and well located for walking all over the Fairhaven district. Sara had provided us with bread, raspberries, milk and o.j. which made for easy comfortable mornings. We would not hesitate to recommend their apartment to anybody.
The whole stay was wonderful. The room was nice and the food provided was amazing.
Sara was extremely accommodating to us and our dogs. She gave us suggestions on dining and hiking, and gave us fresh goodies each day. the apartment is roomier than it looked in the pictures, and very comfy!
Such WONDERFUL hosts! This was the perfect place to stay and we so enjoyed it. Offered just the best cozy relaxation for what was otherwise a whirlwind family reunion weekend. We look forward to when we can do it again. :)
Saralee and Jerry went out of their way to make me feel at home! They've done a great job of creating a very attractive, practical Studio Apartment. The kitchen is well outfitted and they also provide an array of games, books, and information. My ShihTzu Shaiming and I found it to be a cozy place to escape the Arizona heat! Thank you so much!
Such a handy location in a wonderful part of Bellingham. We had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay.
We had a wonderful stay at Sara and Jerry's studio apartment and highly recommend it to others. It was extremely comfortable, very clean and -- best of all -- they make fantastic baked goods! We look forward to staying with Sara and Jerry the next time we're in Bellingham.
Saralee and Jerry were hospitable hosts. It was nice to have our own entrance.The food was good and plentiful. The queen size bed was very comfortable and was in a quiet neighbourhood. Fairhaven was within walking distance and we had a great time exploring the area. Thank you.
Very nice and cozy place! Wonderful hosts, great homemade breads, granola and treats which we did not expect, but were much appreciated! Sara and Jerry were very friendly and helpful, though we were out most of our short stay. Loved the fact that our dog could join us, and he seemed to have a great time. We enjoyed the book, DVD and game library as well. Wonderful walks in the neighborhood and to Fairhaven nearby...we will be back! Great place to kick back and enjoy the best of... More »
We were treated and felt like long time friends. Glad we stayed and my eight-year-old was disapointed that she had to leave. Thank you!
Perfect for our stay in Bellingham. We especially appreciated our hosts being pet friendly! Many thanks to Saralee and Jeri.
Great place to stay with wonderful hosts and in a great location. They came through for us short notice when we were in a pinch. Thanks!
Charming host, perfect apt. Clean, well-appointed, quiet, comfortable bed. There were plenty of breakfast options - granola, bagels, cream cheese, fruit, OJ, coffee, tea. We would love to go back there!
Saralee is a fabulous host! The studio apartment was everything we could have hoped for and so much more; a perfect stay for our short visit in Fairhaven/Bellingham. We could walk to restaurants, coffee, shopping, and the annual Fairhaven street festival that was taking place the day we arrived. We hope to stay at Saralee's studio during another trip to the area, and would highly recommend her to others traveling through her neck of the woods.
Another wonderful stay! We'd like to know how you make the bathroom floor shine. ;-)
I spent 3 nights with my boyfriend and it was a perfect place for us. Great location, cozy, and wonderful hosts. WAY better than any hotel.
We couldn't have asked for anything better than the cozy apartment and the friendly and attentive host, Saralee. The studio is completely private with its own entrance and one can park in the driveway right by the door. The historic part of Bellingham - known as Fairhaven - is just a short walk (or drive) and is full of interesting shops and restaurants. We would definitely stay here again when in the area.
Delightful spot, very private and quiet, nicely appointed. Saralee is very helpful. Great stay!
Very comfortable and cozy. Our dog enjoyed meeting the dogs and cat that were there. Saralee was really welcoming and concerned that our stay was pleasant. We hope to come back.
It was excellent, short but sweet, only stayed a couple of nights and wished I could have stayed longer. Great little apartment everything you could possible need, and there were lots of nice treats left you. Great hosts who were very helpful.
Being the first time we had ever used airbnb, we were a bit trepidatious. This all ended from the first contact via email to the day we said goodbye. It was my fiance's birthday and I wanted to do something a bit out of the ordinary. Turns out it was our host's husbands birthday as well! I knew we made the right decision as we pulled up and were greeted by Saralee. Vibrant and full of energy she immediately put us at ease. The apartment is perfect for the weekend getaway was once rented by a... More »
I loved this place. Excellent location, the room was cozy and every need was anticipated. Great hosts. I will be back :)
Awesome stay @ SaraLee's & Jerrys "Welcome" B&B! We'll be back, as it is so inviting, warm & personable. Great folks & awesome healthy tasty (oh My) treats! Thanks a bunch!
We visited Bellingham and stayed at Saralee's. We found the accommodations very comfortable, Sara and Jerry are very gracious hosts. The home-baked bread, granola, fresh fruit and other goodies were a very nice addition to our stay. I would recommend this place to all of my friends although I would let them know that the busy rustle and bustle of their home in the morning maybe a problem for light sleepers that enjoy sleeping in. This was not a problem for us but I can see where it might... More »
It was perfect for our needs! Very cozy and comfortable. We enjoyed the creatively tiled shower and interesting books and games! The granola and energy bars were terrific and Saralee and Jerry were very hospitable though we arrived late and left early. We hope to stay there again.
Saralee's studio apartment was a perfect fit for me! The most comfortable bed, room for me to continue some work at my computer while I was in Bellingham and the most wonderful granola and breads, as well as the coffee, milk and juice the kitchen was outfitted with. The location just blocks away from downtown Fairhaven was great. I highly recommend Sara and Jerry's hospitality!
Perfect for a short stay! - snug, cozy, clean, convenient to the train/bus station and shops/restaurants in Fairhaven, quiet, and reasonably priced.
The studio is, in fact, adorable - very comfortable and has everything you need, plus it's close to everything that Fairhaven has to offer. Saralee is a sweetheart, and her baked goods are downright delicious. We brought our toddler as well, and they were ready with toys and videos to help keep her entertained. I would definitely stay there again.
Saralee and Jerry are wonderful hosts, the space is truly lovely. Ground floor of a handsome house, personal arty flourishes everywhere. A thoughtful and clean space full of light and color. Large comfy bed with ample blankets, a dining area for two, a little kitchen for crafting your own meals, a little fridge, microwave, coffeemaker, sink. Bathroom has a custom-tiled shower and is loaded with luscious soaps and shampoos for your use, wow! A little vase full of greenery left on a sunny... More »
I came to Bellingham to help out my daughter after the birth of her son-my first grandchild. The studio apartment was well beyond my expectations. It was cozy and comfortable with incredible breakfast treats as well as anything else I could possibly need during my weeks stay! SaraLee- This place is a keeper! Thank you for all your hospitality! I shall return! Diane
My two elderly parents so appreciated their homey stay even though they were there very little. It is just up the street from where we live and the perfect "guest house" for our large family gathering - the easy entrance and convenient bath/bed arrangement were important to my Mom who uses a walker. They are already talking about staying there each time they come to town to visit.
Wonderful, delicious, nurturing, comfortable
Meeting Jerry and Saralee was the best part, but everything about my stay made me happy. Thank you.
Sara and Jerry are excellent hosts. The studio is roomy and so comfortable. Great location. Their hospitality is remarkable. I was treated to homemade granola, bread and energy bars for the days on the slopes. All excellent. They went above and beyond welcoming me to share their Thanksgiving with them. More than I could ever ask for.
What an amazing place to be. We did not have much chance to talk to Saralee other than when we arrived. There was fresh baked bread and homemade energy bars. Very warm welcome. If you are into cooking, the gas fired kitchen in the studio is great. Downtown is just a few blocks with organic food. Your own entry out of the way feels like you have the whole house to yourself. Staying at Saralee's clean and tastefully decorated studio makes the Bellingham Experience much... More »
We enjoyed our stay in Saralee and Jerry's relaxing and comfortable studio. The crowning touch was to have fresh baked cookies awaiting us on our return from a busy day touring. The personal touches in the studio, books, games and dvd's were a great choice for quite moments. The proximity to Fairhaven's entertainment delights make this studio a special place and we intend to return. Jeanete and Riun
Saralee and Jerry are gracious hosts. The granola, power bars, and warm bread made by Saralee were wonderful. The apartment is well appointed and comfortable. The location is perfect, being in walking distance to Fairhaven and the Interurban Trail. Fantastic!
Saralee was a wonderful host. We will be back. We are going to tell all the WWU parents we know about the studio! It is quieter and better located then any of the hotels, not to mention the price.
Saralee's warm welcome and comfortable studio apartment provided everything we needed during our week long stay including wonderful breakfast items--homemade bread!--and other delicious goodies. What an ideal spot for visiting nearby Western Washington University! We look forward to returning. Judy and Jerry
Jerry and Sara were great hosts and we thoroughly enjoyed our time. The homemade granola and bread, fresh fruit and juice was amazing. It's the small things that count the most. The location is absolutely perfect. Walkable to the grocery store, coffee shops, restaurants, and trails! We'll be back for sure! Christina, Steve and Shiner
We were in Bellingham for a long wedding weekend and are very glad we found Saralee's studio to use as our base. Everything was comfortable and convenient, and the well-stocked kitchen was a pleasant surprise. Since the studio has its own private entrance, we were able to come and go as we liked without feeling that we were disturbing anyone. The only problem we had was that I couldn't stop eating Saralee's granola, keeping a spoon in the container and helping myself whenever I got the... More »
We recently had a great stay at their lovely place while visiting Bellingham for a wedding. The place has everything that you need and more like fresh baked scones, fresh fruit, Granola (that she makes), Milk, juice and Coffee and much more. Also a nice collection of DVDs to watch during a morning morning of Rain. Miles better than any Hotel and stroll down the street to Fairhaven.
Perfect location close to Fairhaven and WWU; if you don't mind walking a bit, downtown Bellingham is within walking distance too. The lodging was clean and comfortable - we felt completely able to relax. Sara made sure we had plenty of provisions during our stay and replenished the stock as needed. We especially enjoyed the "energy" bars - yum! As a previous reviewer mentioned, the shower is a bit small for larger individuals, but worked out for us. Overall we had a good stay and recommend it!
Saralee was a very gracious host and the lodgings were perfect! Our only regret was not being able to stay longer.
What can I say... From the warm homemade granola to the warm welcome Sara and Jer and Bisbee are a winning team... Oh, by the way the studio apartment was great -comfortable, fully equipped with games, TV,DVDs and a full refrigerator. We'll be back!
We spent the night in Bellingham before taking the ferry to Juneau and were delighted with our stay at Saralee's BnB. This was our first experience with airbnb and we are hooked. The apartment is lovely and in a great location. Saralee is a charming and gracious hostess and we highly recommend that you stay here when in the area.
Saralee was a wonderful host. The lodging was comfortable, cozy, and in a great location. There were plenty of activities in the space including a book and DVD library, cable television, and games. Saralee baked a delicious loaf of bread which we enjoyed very much. The kitchen was well appointed and stocked with goodies. The shower and bathroom were also fully stocked. Everything was clean. All in all, this place helped make our Bellingham stay delightful. We'd gladly stay again if it's... More »
Saralee's accommodations were very comfortable and she had many sweet touches to make us welcome. We will stay there again if in the area.
A wonderful place to stay. Thank you Saralee. 4 of us came to Bellingham to mountain bike at Mt. Galbraith so we needed somewhere nice to stay where we could also store our bikes safely. Saralee's B&B has a garage right next door - perfect. We had a great time and especially enjoyed the home baked bread and home made energy bars Saralee made us.
Organic fruit, fresh baked bread, immaculate room with an eclectic book and DVD collection in a great location. What's not to like? Saralee's room worked out great for us. It is reasonable, nice, and in a great location.
Great Place. Wonderful hosts - helped with anything that came up - and nice home-baked surprises too! Studio was cheerful, clean, and had everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Hi Sara, thank you soooo much for your nice words. I'm compulsive (as you saw) and knew you had to strip the bed but looked at it and said, "What do you do with an un-made bed in the morning?? You make it"!! It's in my genes, I guess -- can't have anything to do with being a bit OCD, right??? :) Great picture and welcome to your little one. What a joy -- looks like you held a baby once or twice.... and as we say to Lucy, Good Job!! Seriously, the very best to all of you. They're a joy, are... More »
The studio is exactly as advertised and is a terrific value. Sara had freshly baked bread, granola, apples, bananas, milk and juice all ready for me. If I ever come back to Bellingham, this is definitely where I will stay. Very tall people might have trouble with the shower, which has a bit of a low ceiling, but I am 5 feet 4 and was fine with it. I stayed 2 nights, and it was just perfect. It is in walking distance to the center of the Fairhaven District. I am so glad I canceled my... More »
Sara is a lovely person who extends herself way beyond her responsibilities. Her B&B efficiency is wonderful -- private with all available amenities. I look forward to my next stay. Thank you Terri Reynolds.
This was a delightful space in which to spend my down time while vacationing in Bellingham. Quiet, peaceful neighborhood that is within walking distance to the historic district of downtown Fairhaven. Fresh fruit and home baked goodies where provided by hosts, and the kitchenette was adequate for all my needs. Comfy bed, clean, and quiet.
A quiet, lovely space for a get away in Bellingham. Comfortable studio, easy to prepare simple meals in kitchen and wonderful to be surrounded by the gardens and the warm hospitality offered by Saralee and Jerr!
We really enjoyed the Studio Apartment. All was very clean and comfortable. The location was perfect for us since we love to walk and ride bikes. The fresh baked loaf of bread was warm when we arrived and the refrigerator had organic jam and butter. Yum! We enjoyed having organic fruit and granola stocked as well. Jer set us up with a map of the inter-urban trail and we rented bikes a few blocks away in Fairhaven. There is easy access to the trail from the apartment. With the help of his map... More »
Everything was perfect - great location, great people AND homemade granola, delivered to me still warm.
The studio lived up to its description. Perfect setting for me, and the hosts were very hospitable and graceful. It is definitely my first choice for future stays in Bellingham. My sincere thanks to Saralee and Jer!
Saralee and Jer's studio is a great and affordable place to stay while in Bellingham. You can't beat the hospitality...or the granola and organic fruits. Sara made sure that I was well taken care of after a little trip and fall in town...ouch! She had the ice and a great little foot soaker available. So Sweet! I'll be back.
Saralee's studio is comfortable and convenient to Fairhaven Historic Downtown and to the ferry terminal too. It is not too far from Western Washington University, which has wonderful outdoor sculptures. We walked a lot! Good thing since we also enjoyed home baked challa bread and chocolate cup cakes made by Saralee.
I had a very enjoyable and comfortable stay last weekend at Saralee and Jer's studio. The space is as shown in the pictures and it was great to have Internet access. ~~~ Our paths crossed just briefly when Saralee showed me around the space as I got settled in and then again as I was preparing to take my leave yet it was easy to feel a warm connection with both of them. It was nice to have organic fruit and other breakfast things. Saralee had also left a slice of homemade cake (from Jer's... More »
Charming little place; close to historic downtown FairHaven, within walking distance; quiet, nice neighborhood, could see the bay from the top of the hill. Sara's baked goods were excellent.
This is a sweet, private studio that has everything one would need. Saralee makes it very easy to simply "show up" and have a cozy and comfortable place to stay. She is thoughtful and kind. The house is very close to I-5 and is not hard to find. The price is right too! I highly recommend staying there and certainly would stay there again myself.
We had a wonderful time staying with Jerry and Sara and so did our two little kids. They went out of their way to keep all of us entertained and well taken care of and for that we are really thankful. Their location is perfect and if you have a sweet tooth this is the place to be
I had a wonderful stay in this studio. Saralee was a perfect host and the location (walking distance to Fairhaven) is perfect. I hope to go back very soon. Thanks again, Saralee!
Saralee stayed with us only two night so we didn't have a chance get to know each other very well, other than that we had no problem.
October 2011Saralee and Jerry were great guests. Pleasant, interesting, and easy to have in our home. We recommend them to other AB&B hosts.
Saralee and Jerry are fabulous hosts. I was lucky enough to stay in their beautiful home from February 12, 2010 - February 19, 2010. The house is warm and inviting and because of this, it instantly felt like home. The attention to detail and the care provided was refreshing. I enjoyed every minute of my vacation, as I had no worries regarding my accommodations. The animals are friendly and the location is conveniently located near many shops and main streets. I had a wonderful time... More »
March 2010
