A private drive leads to this in-city retreat that exudes a quiet country vibe, is perched on an oversized lot, and relishes in gorgeous views of the Sound and Olympic Mountains. Well-planned and lovingly cared for, arboretum-like grounds are lush, verdant, and extraordinarily beautiful. Undeniably a PNW gardener’s paradise. Areas nicknamed “The Woodlands” & “Heather Hill” provide tranquil harmony with nature, soothing colors, and lovely floral scents enjoyed year-round.
This home has gone through a thoughtful transformation adding much-needed current-day livability to an already desirable floorplan. The owners collaborated with noted architect, Herschel Parnes, to improve upon this lovely dwelling. Rich, playful colors were chosen throughout to enhance each room’s personality.
You are welcomed home by a prominent and proud weathervane, a quiet patio sitting area with soothing water feature, beautiful plantings, and a stout wood trellised structure covered in vines that surround and provide architectural interest to the front door.
Upon entering, you will find the formal entrance vestibule, a sundrenched and spacious west-facing living room with paned windows, built-ins, gas fireplace, and two sets of French doors that open to secluded garden patios that bask in the coveted western views. The dining room enjoys a rich color palate and can accommodate a large party, an informal dinner, or breakfast for two. The sunroom sits above the emerald canopy and takes in the captivating and ever-changing views. The epicurean’s kitchen is efficient, views out to beautiful plantings, and features granite counters, custom painted cabinets, double ovens, and a Dacor 6-burner range. A delightful breakfast nook with bay window enjoys the gardener’s paradise. A mud room with heated slate floor and built-ins leads to the private barbeque patio, full-sized double garage, and most desirable detached workout studio with resistance spa pool and convenient shower room. Who knew that life could be this special? A large guest bedroom serviced by full updated bath is also located on the main.
The upper floor was designed with two private wings that are separated by a quiet sitting area with built-ins and north-facing windows that allow an abundance of natural light. The master suite basks in warm western views and features the lux view bath with stone finishes, walk-in closet, and a view office with French door that leads to the deck with mesmerizing views. Clearly hard to get anything done with this beckoning, only steps away! The second bedroom is spacious and is located on the opposite side of the sitting area and is serviced by a full bath with stone and tile accents. Ample storage has also been created on this level.
The fully finished lower level may be compact but offers tremendously fun possibilities, such as a music lover’s studio or rec/media room, and also offers an office with built-ins, including Queen-sized Murphy bed, a cheery laundry room, and designed wine storage.
