Enter through the Tower

Magnolia View Home Above Puget Sound

I previewed this marvelous cliff top estate for a client coming down from Canada.  Never mind the house for a moment, but its location and situation on the bluff are awe-inspiring with unobstructed 180 degree views of Puget Sound, the Olympic Mountains, the sunsets, and the shipping traffic coming into Seattle.  Much of the waterfront to the north in Seattle across Salmon Bay is obstructed by a set of train tracks with frequent trains passing by.  In this north Magnolia neighborhood, these homes enjoy access to a private, quiet beach.  This owner has significantly upgraded the property at considerable expense by encasing the entire cliff in gunite concrete and building a sturdy stair and deck structure down to the beach.  On the cliff side to take best advantage of the commanding view, the property features a big grassy yard, hot tub with outdoor shower, and an attractive brick patio.

Tudor Fantasy House

Now, we should mention the house.  It is a Tudor fantasy with front door set in a castle tower and a vaulted Great Hall with sword and shield mounted over the fireplace and a massive chandelier descending from the wooden rafters.  The historic theme continues into the dining room, which is wrapped with fine wood paneling and features a Carolingian chandelier suspended over dining table.  More fine woodwork and the historic theme is found in the main entry, up the great staircase, and to the landing with stylish, built-in bookshelves.  Close by to the entry is a den with a fireplace and coat of arms in leaded colored glass.

The every day, living areas of the house include a large kitchen and breakfast room that take full advantage of the view, three bedrooms and two bathrooms on the upper level with the huge master running the length of the house on the view side, and a laundry and family room in the basement.  The house is approached down a long drive circulating around a hedge and water feature.  The neighbors are screened off by tall hedges for maximum privacy.

The King's Great Hall

The house is for sale at this time of writing and listed just under $2.5 million.  See below for more information:

Photo Album (109 photos) (Note: carpeting upstairs was removed since my visit to reveal the hardwood floors underneath.)

Map of 4570 W Cramer Street, Seattle, WA

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For a showing, please contact Bob Kelly of eXp Realty at bob.kelly@exprealty.com or 360-480-9154 or by this form below:

Listing courtesy of Darin Cruzen of RE/MAX Metro Realty.

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