Founded in 1999, Fuurin-Oka is a Japanese guesthouse built on beautiful Bainbridge Island. The decor and furnishings complete with shoji screens, tatami mats and traditional Japanese soaking tub offer a peaceful atmosphere. Fuurin-Oka was originally built by Bainbridge Island Architect Ron Konzak, who passed away last year, and his wife Mickey Molnaire.  Ron and Mickey had a fondness for Japan and decided to build a ryokan guesthouse in their backyard. Current owner Ann Borwick purchased the house in 2004 and after a few modifications, has been running the guesthouse since. Visitors in the summer and fall months can wander around the small orchard and help themselves to quince, figs, pears and champagne grapes. Due to the fragile decor and furnishing, Fuurin-Oka is an adult only guesthouse.  The cost is $185, which includes an American-style organic breakfast and all taxes and fees. More information can be found on their website:
www.futonandbreakfast.com/Fuurin-Oka/Welcome.html