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Why I Love to Call Orcas Island Home

Why I Love to Call Orcas Island Home Peaceful nature, enchanting local goods, and a tight-knit and distinctive community are just some of the reasons I love to call Orcas Island home. Although I flew the coop after 18 years of an unrivaled childhood on the island, I have yet to find a place with […]
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Common Listing Terms in Real Estate

Common Listing Terms in Real Estate Real estate jargon can often be confusing and hard to understand. Whether you are buying or selling, it is important to understand each potential status of a listing to put your best foot forward. Here is a breakdown of each of the individual listing statuses, to help you throughout […]
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The Beauty of the San Juan Islands

The Beauty of the San Juan Islands An iconic Pacific Northwest archipelago known for breathtaking landscapes and wildlife; the San Juan islands are like no other. As the noise, pollution, and animosity of urban life drift away by boat or plane, individuals can find peace within each of the distinct San Juan Islands. Native flora […]
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Aeromedical Services on Orcas Island

Aeromedical Services on Orcas Island The rural and remote nature of Orcas Island is one of its most charming and coveted aspects: the flora and fauna are plentiful, privacy is easy to find, and residents can feel comforted by the ferry ride’s distance from the mainland. At the cost of idyllic seclusion, Orcas residents do […]

Lifestyle Why I Love to Call Orcas Island Home Why I Love to Call Orcas Island Home Peaceful nature, enchanting local goods, and a tight-knit and distinctive community are just some of the reasons I love to call Orcas Island home. Although I flew the coop after 18 years of an unrivaled childhood on the island, I have yet to find a place with […]

Housing Market Common Listing Terms in Real Estate Common Listing Terms in Real Estate Real estate jargon can often be confusing and hard to understand. Whether you are buying or selling, it is important to understand each potential status of a listing to put your best foot forward. Here is a breakdown of each of the individual listing statuses, to help you throughout […]

Lifestyle The Beauty of the San Juan Islands The Beauty of the San Juan Islands An iconic Pacific Northwest archipelago known for breathtaking landscapes and wildlife; the San Juan islands are like no other. As the noise, pollution, and animosity of urban life drift away by boat or plane, individuals can find peace within each of the distinct San Juan Islands. Native flora […]

Lifestyle Aeromedical Services on Orcas Island Aeromedical Services on Orcas Island The rural and remote nature of Orcas Island is one of its most charming and coveted aspects: the flora and fauna are plentiful, privacy is easy to find, and residents can feel comforted by the ferry ride’s distance from the mainland. At the cost of idyllic seclusion, Orcas residents do […]

Buying Preparing Yourself For the Home Buying Process Preparing Yourself For the Home Buying Process Buying a house can be confusing, overwhelming, and stressful. Whether it’s a new area, market, or your first home, it can be hard to know where to start. Here are a few important steps to beginning your home buying process, and ensuring you are financially prepared to find […]

Articles Windermere Orcas Island Detailed Real Estate Market Report – October 2023 Windermere Orcas Island Detailed Real Estate Market Report – October 2023 Are you considering buying or selling a piece of real estate on Orcas Island in the near future? Whether you’re an investor, homebuyer, current property owner, or just curious about the local market trends, it always pays to be informed. Our September report on […]

Articles Hygge on Orcas Island How We Find Hygge on Orcas Island Hygge (pronounced “hooga”), is defined by the country of Denmark as “taking time away from the daily rush to be together with people you care about – or even by yourself – to relax and enjoy life’s quieter pleasures.” On an island where all four seasons are individually […]

Articles Optimizing the Value of your Home Optimizing the Value of your Home by Leveraging Opalco’s Switch It Up Program Upgrading your home efficiency responsibly optimizes the value of your home, in turn, appealing to potential buyers and increasing overall property value. OPALCO’s Switch It Up program provides you with the necessary tools to implement improvements to your home; offering five or […]

Articles The Effect of Low Inventory on the Housing Market The Effect of Low Inventory on the Housing Market Across the country we have seen a gradual decrease of inventory in the housing market. Both small and large urban areas are seeing an almost 50% drop in inventory levels in comparison to their long-term averages. While it can be said that the real estate market […]

Articles Ten Qualities to Look for in Your Realtor Ten Qualities to Look for in Your Realtor Buying or selling a home is a huge decision emotionally and financially. Finding the right Broker is absolutely crucial to the success of your journey, and often it can be challenging to know what to look for. Here are 10 pivotal qualities you should be looking for […]

Articles Fall Events in the San Juan Islands Fall Events in the San Juan Islands One of the most beloved traits of the San Juan Islands is its celebration of all four unique seasons. While the summers are magical, the island’s swift transition into the colder months of Fall carries its own special magic. As the leaves begin to change, so do the […]

Articles September 2023 Detailed Market Report September 2023 Detailed Market Report Are you considering buying or selling a piece of real estate on Orcas Island in the near future? Whether you’re an investor, homebuyer, current property owner, or just curious about the local market trends, it always pays to be informed. Our September report on the Orcas Island real estate market […]

Articles Getting Your Home Ready to Sell: 4 Helpful Tips on Elevating Your Space Getting Your Home Ready to Sell: 4 Helpful Tips on Elevating Your Space Selling your home? Discover essential tips to elevate your space, from deep cleaning and handyman repairs to decluttering and staging. Get it ready for potential buyers with Windermere Orcas Island. Putting your home on the market can seem complicated and stressful. Windermere […]

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Lifestyle Orcas Landing, Then and Now Orcas Landing Then & Now William Sutherland homesteaded approximately 60 acres at what today is the Orcas Landing. In the 1880’s he built a dock, warehouse, and store. This was the first store at the Landing and one of five stores on Orcas Island at the turn of the century. From 1900-1904, he built […]

Lifestyle The Lower Tavern, Then and Now The Lower Tavern Then & Now The Lower Tavern has been a beloved gathering place on Orcas Island for decades. From karaoke nights to Seahawk Sundays, and everything in between, it is a long-standing favorite for islanders and tourists alike. It has been in its current location for the past 30+ years, however, that is […]

Lifestyle Kangaroo House, Then and Now Kangaroo House Then & Now The year is 1907, a nickel buys you a double feature, wearing a bathing suit without a skirt will get a woman arrested for indecent exposure and there won’t be electricity in the San Juan Islands for another 30 years. On Orcas Island, on the site of a 160 acre […]

Lifestyle A1 Drive-In, Then and Now A1 DRIVE-IN CAFE Then & Now In the late nineteen sixties Eastsound had the appearance of a town fallen on hard times. Abandoned cabins were slowly disintegrating under the relentless growth of blackberry canes. An open sewer ran along Prune Alley. There were more children playing in the streets than open storefronts. For a very […]