HOMES ~LAND Islander
December 2019 Volume 36, Number 12
Serving Whidbey & Fidalgo Islands
BUSH POINT - FREELAND
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GOLDSMITH FARM, LANGLEY
Set just outside the seaside village of Langley, this sun-soaked 35+/- acre property hosts three magniďŹ cent living structures plus an iconic barn and outbuildings, all with their own character. The main house features 2 master suites while each 2016 guest house contains full amenities, all surrounded by 600 acres of protected woods. MLS #1455049 $2,500,000
SARATOGA PASSAGE, LANGLEY
Minutes to downtown Langley, an exquisite home with steps to the beach and 5.34+/- acres laden with native plantings awaits. Entertain from one of the multiple view decks as you take in stunning views of Saratoga Passage & Mt. Baker, a freshly remodeled gourmet kitchen, and custom architectural details throughout. MLS #1504145 $1,595,000 2
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BUSH POINT, FREELAND
Perched above Bush Point with awe-inspiring views of the western shipping lanes & majestic sunsets over the Olympics. Classic Whidbey cabin with 60’s charm meticulously updated over the years. Master on the main floor. MLS #1528904 $850,000
MUTINY SHORE DRIVE, FREELAND
4 bedroom home with serene shipping lane views and sunsets over the Olympics. Large yard, at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and walking distance to community amenities including tennis court, pool and beach access. MLS #1522048 $599,000
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DIRECTORY Alaska USA Mortgage ......................................................................... 4 Certified Residential Specialist ........................................................... 8 Coldwell Banker Tara Properties ......................................................... 9 Directory ........................................................................................... 5 Envoy Mortgage ...............................................................................14 John L. Scott Real Estate - Whidbey Island South ................ Cover, 10-14 People’s Home Loan Center ...............................................................19 RE/MAX Acorn Properties ................................................................ 6-7 Whidbey Buyers Realty .....................................................................17 Whidbey Island Bank ........................................................................16 Windermere Real Estate - South Whidbey ......................... Cover, 2-3, 15 Whidbey View Homes .......................................................................20
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Kathi Phillips
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RE/MAX Acorn Properties, Inc.
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1625 SW PONSTEEN DRIVE - OAK HARBOR MLS #1536188
32800 SR20 Suite 2 Oak Harbor, WA 98277
Gary Morse
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Toll Free: 800.225.0919
Two story home in Heatherwood Heights with 4 bedrooms and 1.75 baths. Formal living room and family room with cozy pellet stove, ½ guest bath and kitchen features breakfast nook and bay window. Beautiful engineered hardwood floors on main level. 2 car garage, great lot for entertaining with partially fenced yard and an ideal location for schools and NAS Whidbey. All this and $5,000 flooring allowance for upper level.
$379,000
886 SE BAYSHORE DRIVE #302 - OAK HARBOR MLS #1488000 Spectacular views, with a southern exposure, overlooking Oak Harbor Bay onto the marina & Cascade mountains. This condo has a large living room with cozy fireplace and leads to the dining area and amazing kitchen, both set for entertaining. 2 great bedrooms w/ 1.75 baths. Secured entry and set free access with convenient elevator. Also features area for covered parking and storage unit. Enjoy parades, fireworks, and endless boating traffic. This home is ready to enjoy!
$275,000
New Price!
1404 CROSBY ROAD - OAK HARBOR MLS #1475232 Captivating Westside water views of the Puget Sound from this gorgeous estate w/ 1.6 acres overlooking the Gallery Golf course. Cherished traditions begin in this classic 2 story 3 bedroom home w/ contemporary flair. Walls of windows are just the start of custom finishes. Versatile floor plan. Formal living & dining rm. Family room w/ cozy propane gas insert. Designer kitchen w/ Stainless Steel appliances, granite counter-tops & elegant lighting. This estate has country living w/ city convenience.
$493,500
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RE/MAX Properties / Land Title And Escrow
Sheila Davies
CRS, GRI, E-Pro, MRP (360) 929-7226 Sheila@SheilaOnWhidbey.com www.SheilaOnWhidbey.com
Wayne Locke
RE/MAX Acorn Properties, Inc. 32800 SR 20, Suite 2, Oak Harbor (360) 679-4585
CRS, E-pro, SRES, MRP (360) 929-0226 Wayne@wayneonwhidbey.com www.WayneOnWhidbey.com
Artistically Designed Home Natural light streams through skylights in this high vaulted ceiling open oor plan home. Large master BR with walk-in closet, spacious 2nd bedroom with built-in desk & work areas, spacious bath with jetted tub. Bright cheerful great room - dining and extensive entertaining areas, gas free standing stove. Utility room with cabinetry enclosed planting room off 2 car garage. Beautiful wooded 2.24 acre setting with special plantings. MLS1506492 $347,500 PENDING
PENDING
Wonderful Kitchen Gourmet Cooks Delight home, many upgraded Savannah style cabinets, granite counters, pull out shelves, new laminate ooring. Separate living room. Vinyl windows, French doors to sunny deck w/ hot tub. Garage converted to large bedroom & small storage area. Lower level spacious rec room w/ outside access ideal for teenager. Great sized fenced backyard w/ fruit trees. MLS1495418 $320,000 SOLD
SOLD
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Coldwell Banker Tara Properties
Freeland – Fantastic home at Holmes Harbor with room for everyone. Breathtaking views of the Cascades & Harbor from main level master, living, dining, and kitchen. #1539443 $569,900
Oak Harbor – 2 BR 2 BA top-floor condo in Summerwind II. Spacious open floor plan, slider to patio, covered parking, near NAS, schools, & shopping. #1538414 $234,500
Oak Harbor – 3 BR home on quiet cul-desac at Penn Cove Park. Big backyard perfect for parties and get-togethers. #1533304 $319,900
Coupeville – Reimagined & rebuilt from the ground up, inside and out. Chef’s kitchen, 2 masters, huge shop plus views on shy 3 acres. #1523106 $817,900
Clinton – Gracious Georgian style 4,678 sf home on 1+ acre @ Possession Pt. with sunny west facing views to Puget Sound and the Olympics. #1522775 $1,295,000
Langley – Modern 2 BR Craftsman on 2.5 acres. Capacious rooms, open kitchen, fenced garden, & shop w/ studio for guests or biz. #1520510 $685,000
Oak Harbor – 4 BR home in the heart of Oak Harbor with fenced yard. Close to schools, NAS and parks. #1519213 $245,000
Oak Harbor – Custom 5 BR sits high on a hill with views of the city, bay, and beyond. Huge view decks & beautiful landscaping. #1517917 $695,000
Langley – Cute Saratoga Beach cottage with mountain and water views. Community amenities, too. #1512898 $244,000
Oak Harbor – Pastoral & sunset views from 2800 sf of living space. Remodeled kitchen, new appliances, yard w/ waterfall & pond. #1498480 $419,900
Oak Harbor – Investors! 40 acres w/ well cared-for 3 BR in tranquil setting. 3 outbldgs, fenced pasture, pond. #1488781 $875,000
Langley – 3+ acres, 2-story windows for lots of light, chef’s kitchen, Koi pond, wine cellar. Add’l garage & apt. #1488286 $729,000
Oak Harbor - 360-675-7200 Freeland - 360-331-6300 Bayview - 360-321-6400
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John L. Scott ~ In Langley’s Seaside Village
KNOWLEDGE ~ SERVICE ~ RESULTS
Whidbey Island
John L. Scott Real Estate - Whidbey Island South
CHERYL KEEFE Broker/Owner 206.930.7316 cheryl@whidbey.com
ON THE COVER - NEW LISTING
CUSTOM HOME & GUEST COTTAGE 200+ ft of waterfront w/ tidelands on 1.7+/- acres in 2 parcels can be your own slice of heaven. Custom home flooded w/ natural light, high vaulted ceilings & wall of windows encasing Mt. Baker in all her glory. Open floor plan, view master-suite & guest bed/bath & office on main floor. Flex/loft & ½ bath w/ entertainment/workout/craft & sleeping space + charming view guest studio & delightful garden cottage all set on arboretum inspired grounds & gardens. Beach access w/ launch & dock too! MLS1536937 / $798,000 NEW LISTING
COMMERCIAL/ RESIDENTIAL Live in
Downtown Langley, enjoy stunning views of Saratoga Passage & enjoy income from 2 tenants on the ground floor. Over 5000 sq. ft. of living space to design any way you like upstairs. Condo plans available. 16 parking spaces plus elevator.
MLS1147699 / $1,495,000
THE VILLAGE BY THE SEA Last chance to build your own dream
& be part of Langley “The Village by the Sea.” Tucked behind the newly remodeled Braeburn Restaurant, with plenty of parking near by, this unique piece of property is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Renowned Architect Ross Chapin has sketched preliminary design for 2-buildings w/ both commercial & living spaces & potential views of Saratoga Passage.
MLS1382224 / $475,000
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John L. Scott Real Estate - Whidbey Island South
Broker/Owner 206.930.7316 cheryl@whidbey.com
PRIVATE & SERENE ACREAGE Private and serene acreage located across from the beautiful Maxwelton valley. Giant maple trees, evergreens and plenty of flora and fauna grace this magical land. Access road in, standard perc tests just done, survey complete, estimates for a well and electricity available. Rural forest zoning, comprehensive tax estimate, well and electricity estimates, and forest management plan available. Two 5+/- acre parcels sold together (R32933-220-2930 & R32933-220-3600), MLS1493891 / $162,500 SOLD
SOLD
CUSTOM LANGLEY WATERFRONT MLS1468694 / $755,000 SOLD Homes~Land ISLANDER
EXQUISITE IN-TOWN LANGLEY CONDOMINIUM MLS1437478 / $1,050,000 SOLD
SOLD
HAINES ROAD VIEW LOT MLS1533603 / $55,500 SOLD December 2019
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LAGOON POINT WATERFRONT HOME MLS1513823 / $695,000 SOLD
SOLD
John L. Scott ~ In Langley’s Seaside Village
CHERYL KEEFE
Whidbey Island
JOHN L. SCOTT ~ TEAM LANGLEY
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John L. Scott Real Estate - Whidbey Island South
“On the Waterfront in the Heart of Langley”
Cheryl Keefe Broker, Owner 206-930-7316
Dan Gulden Broker 206-854-3150
Dana MacInnis Broker 360-914-0685
Heidi Norris Broker 425-754-4829
Karen White Broker 360-544-2380
Kim Kramer Broker 360-914-0105
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John L. Scott Real Estate - Whidbey Island South
Real Estate Broker Cell: 360.929.5968 Office: 360.221.1828 lisa@whidbeyisland.com
LAND FOR SALE:
NEW LISTING
XXX Cox Drive, Coupeville - SALE PENDING FEASIBILITY MLS 1327462 $35,000 Bon Air lot with water available. Recent perk test complete, soil logs on file for septic system. Buy now and invest for later! Private community beach access. XXX Glendale Rd, Clinton MLS 1305007 $219,000 Beautiful Whidbey acreage! 6.74 +/- acres offers huge trees and privacy in a magical setting. Selective logging just completed to let in some light and allow vision for future potential home sites! Lot 1-2 Seacrest Lane, Coupeville MLS 1025900 $69,477 Shy acre in neighborhood of nice homes. Community well, soil logs complete, perks for alternative septic. A wonderful private setting with western exposure. Private community beach is just down the street! XXX Fircrest Ave, Coupeville MLS 1415648 $69,000 Buildable westside view lot in Bon Air! Enjoy the scenery of shipping lanes, Olympic Mountains, Pt Townsend ferry crossing and sunsets... Expired septic permit and soil logs, water available from community well, geo report & great house plans. Plus there is a community clubhouse and swimming pool as well as one of the best public beaches around!
6249 HINMAN DRIVE • CLINTON Views, location & setting heighten the senses... this home has it all! Great floor plan & outdoor living spaces to enjoy. Walls of windows for excellent light & views of the Cascades, Sound and Everett! 2 Beds, 2 Baths. Updates include: new kitchen & baths, refinished oak floors, new ash floors in master, fresh exterior paint, home inpection report, too much to list! Patio with sunshade for outdoor living in addition to greenhouse, storage and ample off street parking. THIS IS A MUST SEE! MLS 1526630 / $589,000 NEW LISTING
XXX SR 525, Coupeville MLS 1385149 $179,000 14+ acres, perk tested with soil logs on file for 4 BR septic systems in two potential sites. Close to Greenbank Farm trails & public beach access at Ledgewood Beach. Come see this beautiful wooded parcel, trails blazed to see the land. Lot 2 Wilkinson Rd, Langley - SALE PENDING FEASIBILITY 4.48 acres for $189,000 Located close to the seaside village of Langley, this acreage is ready to build! Survey, water share paid, soil logs and power in street. Trails blazed in for your convenience to access! XXX Delphinium Drive, Coupeville MLS 1533551 $85,000 Mostly level corner lot in Harbor Estates Community. Wooded with mix of fir & alder. Excellent location close to the Greenbank Farm trail system plus a fantastic private beach access with picnic area & boat launch. Water access for crabbing & boating is a big selling point here! Soils for alternative septic system. Water share is paid for, buyer will have to pay for & install a eter. Located in an area of nice homes and just 17.5 miles to the Clinton ferry. Island living awaits!
John L. Scott ~ In Langley’s Seaside Village
LISA ROGERS
KIM KRAMER
New Price!
CUSTOM WATERFRONT ESTATE 32k in upgraded new heating system & tile floors! Stunningly unique and luxurious Langley home w/ vibrant stained glass, soaring wood-beam ceilings, grand stone fire & superb marble floors. Panoramic mountain & water views. Stylish hiend kitchen, large master w/ fire and two large ensuite baths. Gorgeous parklike property w/ expansive hi-bank waterfront. Huge 2-story MIL suite w/ loft, kitchen, private entry. MLS1250607 / $1,475,000 NEW PRICE
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CHARMING ONE-LEVEL HOME Charming starter or vacation home w/ main floor living on easy maintenance lot. Lrg front deck, lrg carport w/ easy access to covered side entry & private backyard entertaining area. Manufactured home w/ conventionally built addition of bright kitchen & family room w/ freestanding propane stove in addition to the large living room w/ propane stove, master suite, 2nd bedroom & darling main bathroom. Com pool, clubhouse & boat launch. MLS1517488 / $249,900
SOLD!
WELCOME TO THE MIGHTY HOUSE Much thought & planning went into the engineering & building of this Geotech delight. Views of Puget Sound, Cultus Bay, Seattle & Mount Rainier from Dining, Kitchen, Living, Master, Den/Guest, entertaining decks & a delightful view deck at the top of expansive staircase behind the house. MLS1497299 / $675,000 SOLD
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2014 WIAR REALTOR OF THE YEAR
Real Estate Broker Cell: 360.914.0105 Office: 360.221.1828 kimken@whidbey.com
Whidbey Island
John L. Scott Real Estate - Whidbey Island South / Envoy Mortgage
KNOWLEDGE ~ SERVICE ~ RESULTS
DAN GULDEN Real Estate Broker Cell: 206.854.3150 Office: 360.221.1828 dan@dangulden.com
• RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • LAND
LANGLEY ACREAGE Extremely rare opportunity to own 16.9+/- acres comprising two tax parcels (R32910-450-2770 & R32910-460-3100) near Langley. Pastoral meadow entrance leading to nicely tree’d rear parcel. Amazing potential for private estate property or develop. Front parcel is 6.9+/- acres, rear parcel is approx. 10+/- acres. Parcels being sold together. Front parcel had previous homesite with septic (no AsBuilt) & well (no data). MLS1459584 / $550,000
John L. Scott ~ In Langley’s Seaside Village
BRADSHAW Fantastic opportunity to build your dream house on this Harbor Golf Community lot. Spectacular views of Holmes Harbor, Cascades, plus the fairways. Power, sewer & water available at the street. MLS1278530 / $89,900
PENDING
UNDER CONTRACT
OAK HARBOR RAMBLER Fantastic opportunity! 3 bed rambler on 3.2+/- acres, convenient to Oak Harbor city center and Ault Field. Great flat acreage with fruit trees and endless options for animals or gardens. New carpet and interior paint and ready for your finishing touches. MLS1488795 / $309,000 UNDER CONTRACT GOSS RIDGE VIEW from the top of Whidbey! 5+/- acre on sunny & wooded Goss Ridge, with paved road & terrific privacy. Conveniently located to Langley & Freeland. MLS1255792 / $99,000
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Windermere Real Estate - South Whidbey
360-331-6006
360-221-8898
5531 Freeland Ave. Freeland, WA 98249
223 Second St. Langley, WA 98260
Windermere Real Estate/South Whidbey
Windermere Real Estate/South Whidbey
SUNLIGHT SHORES
$279,000
Two-bedroom, 1.75-bath home that sits on extra large lot. Fresh paint, new carpeting. New craw insulation. Thermo pane windows. Large yard, outbuildings, covered rear bbq deck. #1526992 Bernadette Johnson 425-870-3828 / Ann Muniz 360-303-3367
LANGLEY
$349,950
Picture-perfect farm on 3.5± acres with fenced pastures, 3-stall barn and tack room for your horses. Manufactured home has 3 BR and new windows plus garden and fruit trees. #1526399 Nancy Rowan 360-821-9319 / Bryan McCourt 360-632-3770
LANGLEY
$510,000
View overlooking green rolling hills and open pasture. Beamed ceiling, tile and solid wood paneling frame the open living areas and remodeled kitchen and baths. #1540230 Christina Parker 360-661-1207
LANGLEY
$635,000
Well-appointed home on 10± acres. Features include main floor master, vaulted ceilings, spacious kitchen and natural light throughout. Two custom bungalows and equipment shed. #1533630 Dan Fouts 360-969-5957 / Bryan McCourt 360-632-3770
BUSH POINT
$850,000
PENDING
Classic Whidbey cabin meticulously updated over the years with modern touches and master on main. West-facing views of shipping lanes and gorgeous sunsets over the Olympic Mountains. #1528904 Dan Fouts 360-969-5957 / Louis Muniz 360-969-1028
BEVERLY BEACH
$1,198,000
Contemporary home with awe-inspiring waterfront views. Features include chef’s kitchen, radiant heat, and master bath with 96% efficient Russian fireplace. #1526164 Mary Matthew 360-914-1449 / Amy Rudometkin 808-463-4674
VACANT LAND
GREENBANK - $125,000 This lakeside property is ready for your dream home. Two lots combined gives you plenty of elbow room. Community amenities. #1514345 Mary Matthew 360-914-1449 / Amy Rudometkin 808-463-4674 FREELAND - $240,000 Cleared, sunny, flat acreage with nice tree buffer. Septic in, power at driveway, water close at hand, no hook-up fees, foundation dug. Architectural plans submitted at county and approved with active permits. #1531030 Elizabeth Steele 360-682-8028 BUSH POINT - $300,000 Bush Point cleared double lot with installed offsite drainfield allows for large building footprint. Views of big ships, sunsets and Olympics. Water line and power at property. #1528290 Steve Strehlau 206-819-3411 / Gordy Frederickson 360-914-2566
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Turn to the pros Many people are unsure of how to proceed when the time comes to buy or sell a home. Real estate professionals can provide all the advice you need during this important time in your life. These licensed professionals have solid training and background in the real estate market and in negotiating transactions. They have a professional obligation to be transparent and maximize the negotiating power of their clients. Realtors are experts in the local real estate market and can thus appreciate the nature and the value of the property you want to acquire or sell. They are also recognized for their technical and legal skills. In short, they will accompany you through every step involved in acquiring
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or selling a home, choosing the most suitable Whether you’re selling or buying a home, insurance, or drafting a purchase agreement a real estate agent will make sure that the with the best possible terms. experience is a positive one for you. With the help of a real estate agent, you won’t have anything to worry about when selling your home. Whatever your constraints or timeline, your agent will build a plan of action with you in order to sell your property at the best price possible. They will carry out an evaluation of your home, advise you on how to present it in the best possible way, and select potential buyers. All types of advertising will be used to ensure the visibility of your home, including displaying it in real estate offices and in the print media and on the Internet.
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A realtor will help you to negotiate the purchase or sale of a home.
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Whidbey Buyers Realty
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Tips and financial advice for buying a home Buying a first home is one of the biggest decisions a person will make during their lifetime. It is a process that needs to be followed with careful planning and consideration, never rushed.
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will be able to estimate an acceptable debt level. This should not exceed 40 percent of your gross revenue, including all your existing debts.
Find out everything you can on the subject of mortgages and home-buying. For example, you should know that having a mortgage doesn’t always cost less than renting because a home owner must take into account both recurring and one-time expenses, such as municipal and school taxes, maintenance costs, property transfer duties, and legal costs.
DOWN PAYMENT In the past it was possible to borrow for a down payment, with a credit card, for example. This is no longer possible. That means you need to have accumulated some savings before getting into this type of acquisition. If you have an RRSP, it is possible to use that for your down payment through the federal government’s Home Buyers’ Plan (HBP).
If you have done your homework and decided to become a home owner, the next step is to consult a representative at your financial institution. Once you are clear about your assets and liabilities, you
HOME INSPECTION You’ve found the house of your dreams, but be careful! Following through with a decision to buy based solely on your feelings isn’t the best way to purchase a home. Have the house
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inspected before making an offer to buy, because if your offer is accepted you will be obligated to follow through with the transaction. Obviously it is to your advantage to work with a real estate agent who is subject to real estate law. He or she works for you and will be able to answer any of your questions concerning your purchase.
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Peoples Bank Home Loan Center
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Whidbey Island
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Whidbey View Homes
Rare Opportunity For An Outstanding 23.8 Acre View Property ...
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...Unlike any other on Whidbey Island. The Ebey’s Prairie House is a custom designed, earth bermed 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2,786 sq ft home situated on a ridge overlooking Historic Ebey’s Prairie in the heart of The Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve, with views across the prairie out to Admiralty Inlet, the snowcapped Olympic Mountain Range and beyond. WOW! The land has been put in a Conservation Easement where its beauty and magnificence will be forever protected from development. Pacific Northwest/ Frank Lloyd Wright style. Great Room Concept. Patios and Gardens. Barn/stable and outdoor Sauna. Property is currently an AirBnB. Absolute privacy. Too many amenities to list here. Come see for yourself. Fabulous!
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Offered at $1,395,000
Specializing in Waterfront and View Properties Island Wide
Pamela Z. Hill, MCNE, CRS Owner • Designated Broker
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www.WhidbeyViewHomes.com 11 NW Coveland, Suite A PO Box 665 Coupeville, WA 98239 360-678-2095 Office 360-320-2411 Cell
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