5 Washington Estates from Whidbey Gardens to Lakefront Modernism

Set on five acres in Langley, Haly Rune—Celtic for “Holy Whisper”—pairs a beautiful home with park-like gardens once featured in the 2016 Whidbey Island Garden Tour. Gardeners will appreciate the chateau-style rose garden, Breer Rood, framed by arched metal gates and anchored by a large water fountain, with a 60-foot pergola draped in wisteria leading to fenced veggie beds. A large, heavy-duty barn with sliding doors offers space for a boat, car collection, and equipment. Just outside, the Tuscan Terrace includes a generous deck for outdoor dining and an Italian-style pizza oven. Inside, walls of windows capture panoramic Sound views, while a sprawling chef’s island in Fantasy Blue Quartzite and upscale appliances sets the tone for easy entertaining. Wrap-around decking, a dry/steam sauna, and an 1,100-square-foot upstairs primary suite keep daily life oriented to water, gardens, and privacy.

From its elevated setting in the gated community of Karma Kanyon on Chelan’s coveted Golden Mile, this Italian villa–inspired estate overlooks Lake Chelan with lake, city, and mountain views from nearly every angle. Arrival begins at gorgeous double entry doors, opening to interiors defined by exquisite craftsmanship and thoughtful details. A chef’s kitchen anchors daily life with quartz countertops, Thermador appliances, and a polished chrome faucet. For entertaining, spacious living and dining areas pair a coffered ceiling with Nana folding doors that extend the room to the deck, while a framed Samsung TV adds an easy, modern touch. Two kitchens and two laundry areas bring welcome flexibility for guests or multigenerational living. Outside, a heated patio pool, bocce ball, private vineyard, fruit trees, multiple seating areas, and abundant parking create a resort-like rhythm—complemented by the community pool and beautiful surroundings.

Along the water’s edge on Point Fosdick, this well-loved mid-century modern, two-story charmer sits on 48 feet of no-bank waterfront with iconic views of Hales Pass, the Olympic Mountains, and Chambers Bay. Days unfold with sunsets, passing marine traffic, and abundant wildlife, while a private sandy beach makes paddle boarding, kayaking, and beachcombing feel effortlessly close. Inside, generous, flexible spaces support both weekend gatherings and full-time living. The main floor includes a spacious living room with a woodburning fireplace, a dining room, and an open kitchen, plus two bedrooms, a flexible non-conforming spare bedroom, and two three-quarter baths. Upstairs, the private primary bedroom opens to a walkout deck, joined by a third bedroom, an office, and a 3/4 bath. A garage, shop, and carport add ample storage, with quick access to the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, I-5, SeaTac, and downtown Gig Harbor’s shops, galleries, and waterfront dining.

Along the water’s edge on Lake Sammamish, this residence reads as a rare confluence of architecture and artistry—conceived as a lasting composition of space, light, and material. Arrival is marked by a graceful colonnade, where rhythm and proportion set a calm, deliberate tone. Inside, refined design is balanced with livability in a carefully orchestrated environment. The spatial centerpiece is a dramatic two-story great room, an airy volume defined by soaring floor-to-ceiling glazing that pulls the ever-changing lake and surrounding woodland into everyday view. Set on a 15,327-square-foot site, the property extends seamlessly into nature, backing directly to Weowna Park for an easy connection to recreation and reflection. It’s a place where curated architecture and organic landscape meet, day after day.

Along the waterfront in downtown Langley, this Village by the Sea residence pairs a walkable setting—close to celebrated dining, galleries, and wine bars—with a daily horizon of Puget Sound. Serene, landscaped .45-acre grounds create a quiet counterpoint to town life, while a rare mix of an ADU with designated parking and a detached shop adds uncommon flexibility. Inside, the dining room takes center stage, wrapped in walls of windows that frame shimmering water views and even glimpses of passing whales. An enormous deck extends the experience outdoors for easy indoor-outdoor entertaining. Thoughtful updates include fresh paint inside and out, refinished hardwood floors, and plush new carpet. With primary suites on both the main and upper floors, plus a guest suite with kitchenette, full bath, flex space, and patio access, the home invites a life well lived by the water.