Private Leschi Retreat on Lake Washington Waterfront

Seattle Waterfront Real Estate Tour - 1730 Lakeside Ave S, Seattle WA 98122

Private Leschi Retreat on Lake Washington Waterfront

As you pull up to the curb on Lakeside Ave S in Leschi, your might miss this home at first glance. Large trees, mature landscaping, and a downward-sloping lot obscure most of the facade of this Leschi home from the street. Take a quick step down the front stairway, however, and the grand design of this 1930s home quickly comes into view.

The nearly 3300 square foot home is divided over three levels. The main floor is an inviting entertaining space with high-end finishes. From the chef's kitchen, dining area, or spacious living room, views of the mountains and Lake Washington are always evident. The East-facing wall of windows make the room light-filled, and french doors out to the entertaining deck expand the views of Mt. Rainier and the Cascades.

The top floor of the home is almost entirely the master suite, a wonderful space also oriented to enjoy the views. The marble master bath enjoys plenty of light, while the bedroom leads to a private terrace overlooking the water and garden space below. Much like the rest of the home, the finishes are formal and traditional, but not staid. From the doors to the windows and millwork, attention has been paid to maintaining the home's history while still allowing for a contemporary, relaxed feel.

 

The lower level of the home has two bedrooms and a family room, and serves as an informal space to accomodate the transition to outdoor entertaining. Stepping out the doors, you enter a private park setting with impeccably groomed greenery. A covered area for food preparation/serving sits off to your left, and your sight is directed straight out to the water, as the landscaping obscures any view of a neighbor's home.

At the water's edge, a concrete bulkhead protects a finished patio with a perfect vantage point for summer recreation or viewing the Seafair festivities. The 41 feet of waterfront has a mild slope for an easy dip in the lake. A 65 foot dock with private moorage extends from the South end of the shoreline, plenty of space for a large vessel or a small fleet of personal watercraft.

This Leschi waterfront home is currently listed at $2.65 million, and is extremely well-suited for the home buyer seeking privacy while still allowing for entertaining large parties. The formal feel of the traditional spaces combined with the more casual outdoor entertaining area creates a wonderful space for any event, from a black-tie gala to a summer family cookout. The home's versatility makes it a piece of waterfront real estate that will attract a wide variety of home buyers.

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Sam DeBord is a Realtor and real estate broker with SeattleHome.com, a division of Washington State Realty, LLC. He is a member of the Seattle-King County Association of Realtors and a Green-Certified Pro. Listing info courtesy NWMLS and Linda Monize, Windermere Eastlake. The NWMLS did not compile or publish this information.

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