One of the most special homes on Vashon Island! An iconic piece of history, owned by renowned author, Betty McDonald! Boasting incredible architecture w/ impeccable details, this gem is situated on 2.24 acres, w/ 2,560 sf of sun-drenched living & a spacious entertaining deck for hosting. Dramatic 18’ ceilings & old growth ship timber floors are artful & stunning, paying homage to it’s history. This incredible beachfront home is the epitome of a happy, unparalleled lifestyle w/ unobstructed Sound & Mt Rainier views. Indulge in the hot tub, guest cottage & beachfront fire pit. Direct access to the beach using a private staircase, a short drive to the Vashon Ferry, dining/shopping & 200 feet of rare, private beachfront! This is SO special!
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Listed by:
Spafford Robbins,
COMPASS,
Thomas Cooper Maloney,
COMPASS
Bought with: John L. Scott Vashon
$2,100,000
11814 Dolphin Point Trail SW, Vashon, WA 98070
4beds
2,560sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1936
2.24 Acres Lot
$2,104,000 Zestimate®
$820/sqft
$4,227 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,104,000
$1.91M - $2.31M
$4,227/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 04, 2023 at 01:46pm
Offers reviewed: Jul 25
Listed by:
Spafford Robbins,
COMPASS,
Thomas Cooper Maloney,
COMPASS
Bought with:
James Marsh, 21021702
John L. Scott Vashon
Source: NWMLS,MLS#: 2134751
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom three quarter
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Bathroom full
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Entry hall
- Level: Main
Kitchen with eating space
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Baseboard
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator_, StoveRange_, Washer, Refrigerator, StoveRange
Features
- Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Sauna
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Double Pane/Storm Window
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Main Level: 3, Upper Level: 1, Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,560
- Total interior livable area: 2,560 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
Features
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Hardwood, Laminate, Wall to Wall Carpet, Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace (Primary Bedroom), French Doors, Sauna, Solarium/Atrium, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Fireplace
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City, Mountain(s), Ocean, Sound, Territorial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean,Sound
- Waterfront features: Bank-High, Bulkhead, Sound
- Frontage length: Waterfront Ft: 200
Lot
- Size: 2.24 Acres
- Features: Dead End Street, Drought Res Landscape, Secluded, Deck, Patio
- Topography: PartialSlope,SteepSlope,Terraces
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 0823039053
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Stone, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1936
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Company: PSE
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Vashon
- Subdivision: Northend
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash Out,Conventional
- Road surface type: Dirt
- Cumulative days on market: 667 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2023 | Sold | $2,100,000+23.9%$820/sqft |
Source:  NWMLS #2134751 | ||
| 7/25/2023 | Pending sale | $1,695,000$662/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #2134751 | ||
| 7/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,695,000+13%$662/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #NWM2134751 | ||
| 6/17/2020 | Sold | $1,500,000+3.4%$586/sqft |
Source: NWMLS #1596528 | ||
| 5/13/2020 | Pending sale | $1,450,000$566/sqft |
Source: Windermere Vashon #1596528 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,219 +5.5% | $1,428,000 +8% |
| 2023 | $14,429 +2% | $1,322,000 -12.2% |
| 2022 | $14,153 +10.1% | $1,505,000 +35.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 98070
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Chautauqua Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5 mi
- 8/10Mcmurray Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.9 mi
- 9/10Vashon Island High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.2 mi