5 Exceptional Washington Estates from Seattle to Orcas Island

Beyond private gates in Woodinville, this award-winning Parmenter Homes estate is privately set on five-plus landscaped and wooded acres, with timeless East Hamptons–inspired architecture. Inside, rich Brazilian cherry floors, extensive custom millwork, and impeccable finishes shape a residence designed for both grand entertaining and comfortable daily life. Four spacious ensuite bedrooms are complemented by a private den, a refined library, and a large gym, while multiple fireplaces bring warmth and atmosphere. The chef’s kitchen pairs top-of-the-line appliances with easy flow into expansive living and entertaining spaces. Two wine cellars cater to the collector, and a state-of-the-art theatre and game room offers a true retreat—also suited to a private M-I-L suite. An elevator and smart home system integrate security and audio throughout. An 8-car garage and a 1,300+ square foot carriage home extend the estate’s flexibility.

Set on a private 10-acre retreat in Chattaroy, this freshly updated, move-in-ready family home balances space and everyday ease. New wood and carpet flooring runs throughout, complemented by fresh paint inside and out and updated bathrooms. The kitchen is nicely appointed with a new sink and faucet, abundant natural light, an eat-at bar, and a large walk-in pantry, with formal dining just off the kitchen. Near the foyer, a formal living room offers a quieter counterpoint, while a large family room—separated by glass French doors at both ends—creates a flexible hub for gathering or privacy. Main-floor utilities add practical convenience. With all-paved-road access and an easy drive to Spokane, Colville, and the Valley, it’s a setting designed for room to breathe and a rhythm that feels comfortably unhurried.

Within a fully enclosed, gated setting on Federal Avenue E in Seattle, this Northeast Coastal Shingle style residence is notable for its sophisticated tone and meticulous attention to detail. Handsome millwork and extensive hardwoods set the stage for grand, gracious formal rooms, where light and air flow effortlessly. An epicurean kitchen adjoins a relaxed garden room that opens directly to stone patios, creating an easy rhythm between indoor living and the outdoors. The private Primary Suite offers a fireplace, space for seating, and views to the west. Formerly traditional, the home was entirely reimagined by Stephen Sullivan Designs and rebuilt top to bottom by Schultz Miller, including an attached ADU apartment with its own private entry. A new garage is paired with a rooftop patio, while the grounds were designed by renowned landscape architect David Pfeiffer for a sense of privacy and calm.

Set on one acre in Point Roberts, this modern commercial compound sits next to the US/Canadian border crossing, offering a rare blend of space and utility under RGC (Rural General Commercial) zoning. A 4,200 sq. ft. warehouse is built for efficient circulation, with five full-height loading doors—four configured as drive-through—alongside 200-amp electrical service. Inside, a heated, handicap-accessible bathroom adds everyday practicality. Complementing it, the 3,700 sq. ft. main building provides clear-span interior space with two bathrooms, electric loading doors, and a mini split system for flexible climate control. Outside, a red-brick patio area introduces a grounded, workaday place to step out, reset, and keep operations moving at the edge of the border.

Along the shoreline of Orcas Island, this reimagined coastal retreat sits on a dramatic rock outcropping, feeling almost suspended above Cayou Channel. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame sweeping marine views, drawing in southwest light and the quiet rhythm of ferries passing by. Mid-century-inspired in spirit, the home balances timeless design with refined finishes, anchored by wood-burning fireplaces for warmth and texture. Mirrored primary suites on both levels create a thoughtful, symmetrical layout that works equally well for hosting and everyday ease. Outside, 0.88 acres and 345± feet of shoreline invite an unhurried waterfront routine—launch a kayak, cast a line, or simply watch the water change throughout the day. Moments from the ferry, dock, and the shops and dining of Orcas Village, life here stays connected to the island’s pulse while remaining beautifully apart.