Orcas Island

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Island Living

Orcas Island – The Gem of the San Juans

You start to get a sense of peace as soon as the ferry pulls out of Anacortes and heads for the San Juan Islands. As the ferry winds its way through the mesmerizing and ever-changing waters of the Salish Sea …

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Beach

Waterfront, explained!

When you think of a waterfront property, you will most likely envision a sandy beach with gently lapping waves, right? Well, that is not always the case, seeing as waterfront properties come in all shapes and sizes. Waterfront can be …

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Activities

Camping in the San Juan Islands

With recent snowfall and windy and rainy winter days, camping might not necessarily be on people’s minds! However, camping in the San Juan Islands is very popular and the campgrounds fill up quickly. Hence, the earlier you make reservations the …

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Buying a Home

5 Steps to Buying a House

So you decided that it is time to complete one of life’s major milestones and buy a home! Now what? How do you get started? Here are some helpful pointers. Also, the three properties shown are currently listed. Click on …

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Friday Harbor

Island Magic

There is definitely magic in the air here in the San Juan Islands, a magic you cannot quite put your finger on, a silent allure beckoning. It all starts on the ferry ride over, time slows down as you glide …

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Where’s the best view?”

I’ve lived on Orcas Island for about 18 years. Working as an Island Realtor I get asked a lot of questions from new clients looking to buy their island dream home. One of the most frequently asked questions is “I …

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ORCAS ISLAND MUST – DOS

KATHRYN
Hike in Moran State Park. Pick-up your map in the main park area, just past the park entrance on Olga Road. The big kids can swim at the lake in a roped off sandy beach area. After your hike …

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ORCAS ISLAND MUST – DOS

KATHRYN
As the summer winds down and Autumn begins to show its leaves here are a few end-of-summer activities that are a “must-do.”

• Hike in Moran State Park. Pick-up your map in the main park area, just past the park …

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