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Welcome home to this beautiful 3,453 square-foot house featuring views of Henderson Bay and Mount Rainier from almost every room. Walk in to high ceilings, lovely wood floors, and an abundance of natural light coming from the many windows lining the back of the house. Host guests in the living room which offers a fireplace and built-in bookshelves and cabinets, or entertain effortlessly in the large kitchen highlighting rich wood cabinets, high-end stainless appliances, plenty of storage and counter space, a butler’s pantry, two sinks, a breakfast nook, and a walk-in pantry. The spacious primary suite offers an open five-piece bathroom and a walk-in closet with built-in drawers and shelving, and there are two additional bedrooms that share an attached full bathroom. An expansive laundry room provides abundant counter space and plenty of cabinets for storage, access to a three-quarter bathroom, and even a sauna. The home is completed by a front bonus room that could be used as an office or fourth bedroom, a half bathroom, and an upstairs landing area perfect for a library or sitting room. Walk out to the back yard where multiple patio areas await with opportunities to soak up the sunshine, sit by a fire pit, or just relax while taking in the peaceful surroundings. Located on almost two acres the property has a generous lawn, manicured landscaping, and a variety of spaces for indulging in your gardening pleasure.

From this gated Bel Mar community it’s just over the Purdy Bridge to local stores and everyday conveniences. St. Anthony Hospital and the Franciscan Medical Clinic are six miles distant, the Bridgeway Market and Local Boys are seven minutes down the road, and just over 10 minutes away north Gig Harbor offers a wide array of other amenities such as Costco, Home Depot, Albertsons, Target, and Walgreens. For even more shopping options, including Safeway, Fred Meyer, Kohl’s, Metropolitan Market, Marshall’s, clothing boutiques, and a library, uptown Gig Harbor is within 10 miles. Minter Creek Elementary School and Peninsula High School are less than four miles away, and Key Peninsula Middle School is about a 15-minute drive. Distance to downtown Gig Harbor, where you can enjoy the unique shops, restaurants, and historical sites of the waterfront, is just seven miles. The neighboring towns of Bremerton, Port Orchard, and Tacoma are all within 20 miles and can be reached in less than 30 minutes. Explore the woodlands, wetlands, streams, and more than three miles of walking trails at the 224-acre Rocky Creek Conservation Area; enjoy the beach and waterfront area at the Purdy Sand Spit; and up your game at the Canterwood Golf and Country Club or Horseshoe Lake Golf Course. Other nearby attractions include walking and hiking trails at McCormick Forest Park, 360 Trails, Banner Forest, and the Key Central Forest; Cutts Island State Park, which is only accessible by boat; Bandix Dog Park, with woods, trails, and open meadows for man’s best friend to explore; Kopachuck State Park, where the forest meets the water; and Crescent Valley Lavender Farm, a you-cut farm with seven varieties of lavender.