The Heron Inn and Day Spa

Specialties

All of the rooms in our warm and elegant 11-​room bed & breakfast include exceptionally comfortable beds, private bath, two-​course breakfast, flat-​screen TV, DVD, and free wifi. Each room has a unique décor, and range from spacious jacuzzi/​fireplace suites and king bed fireplace suites, to casual queen bed rooms, Some are pet-​friendly. Enjoy warm hospitality, quiet luxury and being pampered in our day spa. Our day spa is staffed with talented, caring massage therapists and estheticians. We feature exquisite landscapes, delicious home-​cooked breakfasts –in our outdoor garden if you prefer and, a well-​stocked guest services area. La Conner, Washington, voted best Tiny Town in Washington, is a jewel of a community nestled in Skagit Valley, one of the sweetest natural settings in Puget Sound (and home of the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival)

History

Established in 1987.

The Heron was owned and built in 1986 by Guy Hupy, a contractor who specializes in building and restoring residential victorians, and friends Jim and Mary Gibbons. They included handicap access, a beautiful fireplace in the living room, in-​floor radiant heating and lots of love. Guy, Jim and Mary used gorgeous custom fir wood in the common areas and some of the guest rooms. In 1992 the new owners, Gary and Mike commissioned a local artist to create 2 beautiful heron stained glass windows, which are installed on stairways of 2^nd and 3^rd floor. In 2011 Alvin and niece Lesia bought the Heron. Various upgrades have since been completed including new carpeting, sidewalks, landscaping, wall-​mounted TV’s, furniture, air conditioners, and refrigerators.

Meet the Business Owner

Alvin A.

Business Owner

The Heron Inn is owned and operated by Alvin and his niece Lesia. Born and raised in Indiana, Alvin’s professional journey began with a degree in economics. He owned a restaurant for several years then transitioned to politics where he managed ballot initiatives and campaigns for over 25 years; Having traveled to all 50 states by the time he was done! The United States’ hold many beautiful sites and adventures when you’re on the road 300+ days per year.

The search for a Bed and Breakfast to buy began in 2010. They came out west to look at The Heron in La Conner in the heart of Skagit Valley, WA. It was love at first sight and by 2011 Alvin and Lesia owned it.

Having stayed at accommodations of all kinds during his days of travel, Alvin gained a sense of what makes a lodging experience comfortable and concern free. It is his goal with The Heron to create a place where travelers can enjoy their uniquely perfect get-​away.