9545 Idel Weis Court pairs generous scale with thoughtful design, creating a home that feels both refined and welcoming. A dramatic vaulted entry sets the tone upon arrival, introducing interiors that balance sophistication with comfort and livability. Designed with gathering in mind, the main living spaces flow seamlessly from one room to the next, creating an ideal setting for both large-scale entertaining and everyday life. At the center of the home, the kitchen is complemented by a well-appointed butler’s pantry that adds both functionality and polish, while the spacious dining area offers an inviting backdrop for holidays, celebrations, and long evenings around the table. The floor plan offers flexibility for a variety of lifestyles, including guest accommodations on the main floor that provide privacy and convenience for visitors, extended stays, or a beautifully appointed office or library space. Throughout the home, carefully considered spaces allow room for everyone while maintaining a sense of warmth and connection. Outside, the level backyard feels intimate and approachable, offering a cozy extension of the home with space for dining, relaxing, gardening, or play. Combining timeless finishes, generous proportions, and a layout designed for both hospitality and ease, this is a home that quietly elevates everyday living.

Set along the quiet shoreline of Hood Canal, 17257 Olympic View is a rare waterfront holding where history and setting are inseparable. Known as “The Boathouse,” the home has evolved over more than a century, preserving its original character while adapting for modern living in a way that feels both natural and enduring.

The architecture reflects a time when homes were built with intention and permanence. Details carry a sense of craftsmanship that is difficult to replicate today, while the scale and layout have been thoughtfully expanded to support how people live now. With just over 4,800 square feet and a full guest suite, the home offers flexibility for multigenerational living, extended stays, or gatherings that unfold easily between indoor and outdoor spaces.

Every vantage point is oriented to the water. The canal stretches wide and calm, with shifting light, distant mountains, and the quiet rhythm of the shoreline defining the experience of the home. The setting is private, grounded, and deeply connected to the landscape, offering a pace that feels removed yet entirely accessible.

Properties like this are increasingly rare. Not simply because of the waterfront, but because of the combination of history, scale, and presence on the shoreline. The Boathouse remains a place to be kept, experienced, and carried forward.