Guemes Island Real Estate

Guemes Island Real Estate

Located in Skagit County, Washington, Guemes Island is a charming neighborhood that offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for residents. Situated just a short ferry ride away from Anacortes, Guemes Island provides a unique island living experience while still being conveniently close to the mainland.

Known for its natural beauty and serene atmosphere, Guemes Island is a haven for nature enthusiasts. The island is surrounded by breathtaking views of the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains, providing residents with ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating. The island is also home to several parks and nature preserves, where residents can enjoy picnicking, bird-watching, and exploring the diverse flora and fauna.

Despite its secluded location, Guemes Island offers a close-knit community with a range of amenities. The island has a general store and a community center, which hosts various events and gatherings throughout the year. Additionally, the nearby city of Anacortes provides residents with access to a wider range of services, including shopping centers, restaurants, and healthcare facilities.

Guemes Island is the perfect place for those seeking a peaceful and tranquil lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of the city. With its natural beauty, tight-knit community, and proximity to amenities, Guemes Island offers a unique living experience that is hard to find elsewhere.

Newest Listings in Guemes Island

7034 Channel View Drive, Anacortes
$1,495,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 2575226 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Experience the best of island living in this beautifully updated waterfront home on a half acre with 60 feet of low bank, easily accessible, private waterfront. The deeded tidelands allow you to dig for clams, launch a kayak, or relax by the sandy shores of the water's edge. Your private buoy awaits just offshore! Thoughtfully terraced landscaping provides easy access to the beach. Inside, you'll be treated to a lovely remodeled kitchen with quartzite counters, island and breakfast bar, quality cabinetry, stainless appliances, open dining, and living areas with spectacular water views and hand-scraped hardwood flooring, plus a luxurious primary suite with spa-like bathroom and walk-in closet, plus utility room, walk-in pantry and powder room on the main level of the home. The walk-out lower level offers an additional bedroom, flex room w/closet, currently utilized as a bedroom, a 3/4 bath, spacious family room, abundant storage and direct access to the patio, making it ideal for guests or multi-generational living. Enjoy spectacular views of the Guemes Channel, passing boats, sailboat races, Cap Sante and Anacortes from your spacious covered deck - great for entertaining rain or shine! A shared well offering sparkling clear, quality water and a brand new water heater! This is a rare opportunity to own a true Pacific Northwest waterfront retreat where every day feels like a vacation.

7034 Channel View Drive, Anacortes

Listing Broker: Windermere RE Anacortes Prop.; Julie Birkle; 360-391-1096; juliebirkle@gmail.com

0 NHN Woody Lane, Anacortes
$120,000
2568072 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Three wooded lots on a special stretch of Woody Lane offer a chance to own a beautiful piece of Guemes Island & create something your own. The sloped property winds through a quintessential PNW forest of mature big leaf maples, fir, cedar & hemlock, with a seasonal stream adding to its natural character. Explore the possibilities for these parcels as a future island retreat, additional acreage, or part of a larger property. Lower property corners are marked & water shares are available for purchase. Ownership includes access to three community beaches. One offers a protected bay, especially nice when the predominant winds pick up, while another has a great boat ramp for launching boats, kayaks & paddleboards. Guemes beaches also offer great crabbing & fishing. The same seller is offering two additional lots directly above on Hideaway Lane with septic, water, power, site work & approved building plans. Purchase all five to create a larger island property & retain greater control over the trees & potential Guemes Channel views from the upper building site. Guemes Island is known for its laid-back character, preserved lands & trails & welcoming community. The general store is a favorite gathering spot with good food, water views & live music, while the community park offers a stage, tennis court & play area for kids. A wonderful opportunity to own a piece of the island & imagine what comes next.

0 NHN Woody Lane, Anacortes

Listing Broker: RE/MAX Gateway; Anya Mayo; 360-941-4988; anya@mayohometeam.com

7436 Hideaway Lane, Anacortes
$225,000
2566574 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Extensive site preparation has been completed, including a professionally engineered retaining wall with drainage, critical area survey & lot certification. Water is installed with a purchased share through Holiday Hideaway Water Association, & approved building plans are in place with the county. Continue with the existing plans, customize them, or design something entirely your own. Offered as two lots, this property provides outstanding flexibility. The installed septic accommodates two homes with two separate 2-bedroom systems, & a nearby transformer has two available power connections, making it easier to develop the second lot. Whether you envision a guest house, multi-generational living, investment opportunity, or additional privacy, the possibilities are exceptional. With selective tree removal—you own the trees—the property has potential for beautiful water views down Guemes Channel. Ownership also includes access to three community beaches, including one with a boat ramp. Launch a boat, kayak or paddleboard, or enjoy the amazing local crabbing. Whether you're dreaming of a full-time island home, weekend retreat, or legacy property, this is a chance to skip years of planning, permitting & infrastructure work & start building sooner. Enjoy the best of Guemes Island living on a property truly ready for its next chapter.

7436 Hideaway Lane, Anacortes

Listing Broker: RE/MAX Gateway; Anya Mayo; 360-941-4988; anya@mayohometeam.com

5680 Paradise Lane, Anacortes
$1,372,750
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 2567241 MLS ⋅ CONTINGENT Status
Embrace island living with refined luxury on 5 acres—just a short distance to the ferry, local store and beaches. This incredible custom home offers elevated finishes and a warm, inviting atmosphere with a pleasing modern farmhouse style. The living room features soaring ceilings, exposed beams, a stunning custom ceiling fan, white oak floors, and a wood-burning fireplace. Walls of windows frame the peaceful grounds and bring the outside in. The thoughtful, open design offers 3 guest rooms and 2 bathrooms in one wing and a tranquil primary suite with zero-entry tiled shower, floating double sink vanity and walk-in closet in the other. The chef’s kitchen boasts granite counters, large island with eating space, stainless appliances, coffee bar, and a generous pantry. Both formal and casual dining, plus a built in desk for study space. A flexible theater/bunk room & full bath above the garage completes this island escape. Covered patio with beautiful chandelier is plumbed for outdoor heaters affording outdoor entertaining rain or shine. A private hot tub, air conditioning, sealed, conditioned crawl space and a durable baked enamel roof, plus room for potential shop. This home is both attractive and efficient, a one of a kind home! Live full-time on beautiful Guemes Island—just 10 minutes from Anacortes—or enjoy it as your private island retreat. This licensed Airbnb offers flexibility to reserve personal stays and generate rental income the rest of the year.

5680 Paradise Lane, Anacortes

Listing Broker: Windermere RE Anacortes Prop.; Julie Birkle; 360-391-1096; juliebirkle@gmail.com

5621 Paradise Lane, Anacortes
$765,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2553862 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Single-level home on 5.09 private acres on beautiful Guemes Island offering comfort, functionality, and a convenient island lifestyle. The home features beautiful hardwood floors, tall ceilings, an open floor plan, extra-wide hallways, heated bathroom floors, and a spacious primary suite with its own private bathroom. A durable metal roof, efficient mini-split heating and cooling, and an on-demand hot water heater provide year-round comfort and efficiency. A large covered front deck extends the living space outdoors for year-round enjoyment. The property offers sunny garden space, wooded walking trails, and excellent walkability to the Guemes Island Store and ferry. Just steps from the home, the heated shop is fully equipped with radiant heated floors throughout, power, water, heat, and its own bathroom, making it ideal for a workshop, studio, hobby space, or home business. A second five-bay shop with power provides abundant room for vehicles, boats, RVs, equipment, and storage. An additional outbuilding with power, water, and heat adds even more flexibility for an office, studio, exercise room, craft space, or extra storage. With over five acres, exceptional outbuildings, and a thoughtfully designed home, this unique property offers the perfect balance of privacy, workspace, and everyday convenience in one of Guemes Island's most desirable settings.

5621 Paradise Lane, Anacortes

Listing Broker: RE/MAX Gateway; Anya Mayo; 360-941-4988; anya@mayohometeam.com

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