For those of you who want a taste of the holiday spirit, (without the commute) don’t hesitate to walk down to Pike Place Market to see the festive decorations! Come sundown, the lights truly shine and make Pike Place Market a sight to see. To the left are a couple pictures we snapped while walking around [...]
Comments Off Continue Reading...Lake Union has been the site of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Pacific Marines Operation Center’s research fleet for almost 50 years now. The owner has recently put the property up for sale, as the NOAA is moving their location to Oregon after the lease expires in June. Despite opposition, the NOAA made the [...]
Comments Off Continue Reading...Lake Union is known for having a variety of unique and charming houseboats gracing its waters. Ever since its popularity has spiked with help from the movie “Sleepless in Seattle”, featuring a Lake Union houseboat, it seems that many Seattlites have taken a liking to the close-quartered communities. Although some are vacant, or suffering foreclosure, [...]
Comments Off Continue Reading...Here’s the newest update on the Alaskan Way Viaduct Project, courtesy of the Seattle PI. Today, the Seattle PI posted an online photo album of the current Viaduct and a number of simulated images that could be the new Seattle waterfront. The images were taken from and compiled by the Washington State Department of Transportation. The Viaduct [...]
Comments Off Continue Reading...Bainbridge Island has a unique floating community that most don’t know about; at least they didn’t until a number of articles featuring controversy surrounding the community were published. The community, floating in Eagle Harbor, is made up of a collection of boaters, living on their anchored homes. Members of the community, called “liveaboards” live in [...]
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Beautiful landscaping surround the exterior of this exquisite 1930′s Laurelhurst residence, sold in 2004. Set on the waters of Lak Washington with 52 ft of waterfront, this home offers floor to ceiling windows which frame an unobstructed view of Mt Rainier and the Cascades. The home has an open design, with three bedrooms. The home [...]
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This home, sold in 2005, is a once in a lifetine opportunity to own the historic Stan Sayers property at the tip of Hunts Point. The home sits on a 1.9 acre, level parcel with 846 ft waterfront and unbelievable views from East to West. It is on spectacular grounds designed by Thomas Church with [...]
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This beautiful Roland Terry home, sold in 2006, has 105 ft of prime, southwest-facing no-bank waterfront. The Mercer Island home enjoys glorious gardens and a large dock. The home has walls of glass that allow for captivating views. There is a new kitchen, family room, and office. A two-car garage and additional off-street parking make visiting [...]
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This sublimely designed Rex Hohlbein home on the north end of Mercer Island was sold in 2006. There is easy access to I-90, yet it is a quiet and private location. The home has shared waterfront, including 62 and 120 foot boat slips for this home’s sole use. The exterior includes clear fir detailing. It is [...]
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This Denny Blaine home, sold in 2007, sits on a wonderful waterfront parcel with 70 feet of private beach, dock, thoughtful plantings, and a large lot. The home is ready for a remodel or set for the construction of your own dream home. The 4,800 sf home is a choice, in-city Lake Washington beachfront property. [...]
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