13118 53rd Avenue NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98332 | $1,475,000

Located on one of the top-ranked golf courses in Washington state, this lovely 3,009 square-foot Canterwood home on half of an acre combines peaceful living with all the conveniences of Gig Harbor. Appreciate details such as hardwood floors, large windows bringing in an abundance of natural light, warm neutral walls, and crisp white millwork. Enjoy culinary adventures in the kitchen which features rich wood cabinets, stainless appliances including a double oven, a walk-in pantry, and an island providing extra work space and a second sink. Have a casual meal in the breakfast nook, host a formal dinner in the dining room complete with a small butler pantry offering a sink and wine rack, or take the festivities outside where a built-in grill, large open deck, hot tub, and a spacious lawn await. The primary suite features a five-piece bathroom and an expansive walk-in closet with built-in shelving and shoe racks, and two additional bedrooms both have access to a full bathroom with double sinks and a separate shower room. The home is completed by a spacious sitting room with a fireplace, an office with built-in shelving, a half bathroom accessible from the office, and a laundry room. Originally built in 1998 and remodeled in 2004, additional improvements in the last year include new carpet, updated light fixtures inside and outside, fresh interior and exterior paint, a new heating and air conditioning system, installation of an electronic air cleaner, and a new roof.

Enjoy open views of the beautiful golf course among the meandering neighborhood roads and lush surroundings. Get to know other Canterwood residents through the friendly country club community, which includes a dining room, fitness center, covered tennis and pickleball courts, swimming pool, equestrian riding club, social events, and activities for all ages

From this little piece of heaven it’s just minutes to local amenities and highway access. Several shopping centers less than three miles away meet everyday needs with stores such as Costco, Home Depot, Albertsons, Target, and Walgreens. For a wider array of shopping choices, including Harbor Greens, Metropolitan Market, Fred Meyer, Safeway, Ace Hardware, Rite Aid, Kohl’s, Michael’s, and HomeGoods, uptown Gig Harbor is within 15 minutes. Purdy Elementary School and Peninsula High School are a five-minute drive, Harbor Ridge Middle School is under 4 miles away, and all provide a bus stop at the Canterwood residents’ gate. In less than 10 minutes you’ll find yourself in downtown Gig Harbor, where you can enjoy the unique shops, restaurants, and historical sites of the waterfront, kayaking and boating, and summer concerts in the park and farmers market. The neighboring towns of Port Orchard and Tacoma are about 15 miles in either direction and can be reached in less than 25 minutes. Other nearby attractions include walking and hiking trails at McCormick Forest Park, Banner Forest, and the Cushman Trail; Kopachuck State Park, where the forest meets the water; Sehmel Homestead Park, complete with 98 acres of sports fields and tennis courts, picnic areas, playgrounds, walking and riding trails, wetlands, and gardens; 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; and Crescent Valley Lavender Farm, a you-cut farm with seven varieties of lavender.