Shaw Island

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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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The Heart of the San Juans

Is Shaw Island truly the heart of the San Juan Islands? For the approximately 250 full-time residents who make Shaw their home, Shaw Island is not only the heart of the San Juan; it is that special place that attracts …

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A Trip to Shaw

Shaw Island is not like San Juan, Orcas or Lopez…it only has about 250 residents year round. But Shaw Island IS like San Juan, Orcas and Lopez because it is served by the Washington State Ferries. On Shaw, there is …

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Shaw Island – Secret and Surprising

Part 2

A Realtor’s Dilemma

Who lives on Shaw Island?  Some very private people who wish to maintain their privacy.  Who buys property on Shaw Island?  Usually people with friends or family  on Shaw Island.  Where do they go if …

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Shaw Island – Secret and Surprising

Part 1

Shaw Island is a place that you might make up in your head.  Have you ever thought of finding like-minded people who value both privacy and a sense of community, then living in harmony with them?  Do you …

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