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Marrowstone Island, Estate of the Day

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If Howard Hughes had known about this place, without a doubt, the recluse-loving billionaire would have put in a bid.
The property sits on Marrowstone island -- an island located off Seattle that's populated by a chosen few (a mere 837 people according to the 2000 Census). The compound, known as Morning Tide by the Sea, has come on the market for the first time in more than 25 years at a listing price of $7,796,000. The 6,000-square-foot home has 825 feet of beach front on Admiralty Inlet and sits on 112 pristine acres.

This is a second home for its owners, who are a bit on the reclusive side themselves but are said to have been early investors in Starbucks. They certainly made sure all their favorite amenities were included: They installed an 18-hole golf course on 82 acres (it follows the shape of the island and is modeled after famed Scottish courses), a writer's studio, a 2,500 square foot greenhouse in which they produce magnificent flower baskets from Barclay's seeds, and a horse barn with four stalls. There is also a frame guest house with a recording booth. The property is sited on rolling lawns on the bluff side and has sea views to Mt. Rainer.

The four bedroom, four-bath main residence, evocative of East Coast cottages, blends antique tiles, Tiffany glass work, and a master wing with a fire place and glass dome, according to the listing.

The island itself is reachable by ferry and a bridge from Indian Island. There is one market, the Nordland General Store, which if you blink, you may drive right past it. The island was plotted in 1889, and settled by families newly immigrated from Norway who saw its similarities to the Norwegian fjords. Many of the descendants of the original families still live on the island.

Suzanne Charnos of Windermere Realty in Seattle is the listing agent.

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Clyde Hill, Estate of the Day

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On the list of architectural periods the 1970s doesn't usually light my fire but this home in Clyde Hill, Washington is proof that 70s architecture can be simple and classic and that dated isn't always dreadful. The five-bedroom home was built in 1970, a fact which can be seen in the style of the fireplaces, but it has a bright contemporary style with large glass windows. The site has beautiful views out over the trees which can be appreciated from the large deck The lower level has a separate entrance and a unique library, kitchenette and media room area. This home is listed at $2.5 million. Pictures after the jump or bigger pictures in the gallery.

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North Capitol Hill, Estate of the Day

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Lovely, that seems the perfect word to describe this 1906 home in Seattle's North Capitol Hill neighborhood. The home is full of beautiful vintage details such as coffered ceilings, stained glass windows, French doors and in the living room, a giant fireplace surrounded by prized Batchelder tiles. The six-bedroom three-bedroom home has beautiful hardwood floors, a private deck and a beautiful wine room. Absolutely gorgeous, this home has been lovingly maintained and is full of all sorts of swoonworthy details right down to the volute curves of the columns on the porch. It is listed at $3.75 million. Pictures are both after the jump and in the gallery below.

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