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7208 NE 83rd Avenue Vancouver, WA 98662
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Enjoy a relaxing Northwest lifestyle in this thoughtfully designed, masterfully crafted and meticulously maintained custom home on the 7th green of the beautiful Club Green Meadows golf course in Vancouver, WA, minutes north of Portland, OR. The home is located in an established neighborhood of attractive, upscale homes and nestled amid the stately old evergreen and deciduous trees surrounding the green off the back of the quiet cul-de-sac lot for which the home was specially designed.
Conveniently located near the I-205 and I-5 freeways, this home is a tranquil retreat from the frenzy of city life, yet 15 minutes from the Portland International Airport and within 25 minutes of the rich mix of fine dining, shopping, cultural, entertainment, and employment offerings in beautiful downtown Portland, OR. On the Washington side of the Columbia River, even closer to home, countless retail stores, top-rated hospitals and medical services, and personal and professional enrichment at Clark College and Washington State University’s Vancouver campus are practically at one’s fingertips.
Also contributing to the high quality of life are the many outdoor recreational and sight-seeing attractions within about an hour’s drive, a few of which include the picturesque Oregon coast, the renowned Willamette Valley wine country, the scenic Columbia River gorge, and Oregon’s majestic Mt. Hood. As an added benefit, retirees and residents who live and work in Washington also enjoy keeping more of their hard-earned dollars because there is no state income tax in Washington. This is compared to the roughly 10% combined state and local income tax burden for Portland area residents a few miles to the south. Many also shop in Portland which has no sales tax.
For those desiring an active lifestyle, Club Green Meadows, the Northwest’s largest and most complete private golf and recreation facility, offers its members a wide variety of social and recreational opportunities: walking, running, biking, swimming, basketball, tennis, squash, racquetball, bowling, fitness, aerobics, and, of course, golf on an 18-hole championship course. Other club amenities include a restaurant, lounge, conference and banquet facilities, junior center, daycare center and pro shop.
This immaculate (3,617 SF) home reflects the best of Pacific Northwest style. It displays an understated, timeless elegance with the judicious use of wood, tile and glass, evoking impressions of fine regional lodges. The passive solar design of the sunroom demonstrates a commitment to the responsible use of energy. Tasteful and sensible choices in design, materials and fixtures attest to the love the owners have for this home. Expanses of glass and numerous skylights provide ample natural light even on the dreariest of winter days. The owners have continually updated the home since they first designed and built it in 1984, resulting in a very attractive and modern home with an effective age of only a few years.
The heart of this home is the kitchen/great room area that is ideal for the home chef who wants to entertain while cooking. The kitchen itself is a chef’s dream: expansive, easy-care Corian countertops; lots of well-designed, useful, custom cabinets; plenty of pantry space; high quality stainless steel appliances (including two ovens); room to move around; and a view of the 7th green (providing lots of entertainment, according to the owner). The hardwood floor in the kitchen and great room is warm and attractive red birch.
The great room adjoins a sunroom through eight foot tall sliding glass doors. The sunroom has a tile and concrete floor that serves as a heat sink, supplementing the efficient heat pump system in the wintertime. Vertical blinds control the sunlight on summer days. Outside the sunroom is a covered patio for year-round enjoyment.
The living room has an open feel with a vaulted ceiling (high enough for a fifteen foot Christmas tree) opening to the second level library. Eight foot tall sliding glass doors open to a large covered deck with a picture perfect view of the 7th green, perfect for entertaining or just relaxing. The living room is wired for surround sound.
The master suite on the ground level is another highlight of this home. The large bedroom features a ten foot high ceiling. The adjoining dressing/sitting room, overlooking the golf course, can also be used for exercise equipment. The master bathroom has dual sinks, jetted tub, and a separate shower.
The den/office is located just off the ground level front entry. Much larger (15’x15’) than found in most other homes, it is well lighted by large windows and French doors that lead to a private outdoor garden sitting area off the side of the home. The room could also readily serve as bedroom for those who would prefer a second bedroom on the main level.
The ground level utility room is served by a laundry chute from the second level. With ample cabinets, counter space and a sink, it is ideal as a sewing/craft room.
At the top of the stairs are an open, loft-style hall and library area overlooking the living room.
A large, open bonus/recreation room (15’x17’) on the second floor is currently used as a pool room (the pool table is available separately). Additional natural lighting is provided by skylights.
The very large second bedroom (32’x13’) is warm and inviting and features skylights, a separate sitting area and a private balcony accessed through a sliding glass door that combine to make this a perfect guest retreat.
The third bedroom (15’x17’) is unique in that it contains a large (8’x17’) raised carpeted bench area that has been a favorite of young overnight guests. This room can easily serve as a home theater or project room.
The two car garage is large and deep, with storage cabinets and a work bench. There is parking space for a golf cart, and double doors in back leading to the golf course. A gated, paved RV/boat parking area adjoins the garage.
The home has central air conditioning (heat pump), an electronic air filter, a central vacuum system, security system, and intercom system. Other quality fixtures and features include solid-core, 6-panel wood doors; recessed lighting; ceiling fans; skylights that open for ventilation; and red birch floors. The architectural composition roof is only a few years old, as are the gutters. The siding is cedar.
For a description of the club facilities visit www.ClubGreenMeadows.com.
With the kitchen, laundry, den, master suite, and common living areas all located on the nearly 2,300 SF main level, this home offers all the benefits of one-level living with the added bonus of additional bedrooms, bathroom, storage, and recreation space upstairs.
If you are searching for a lifestyle that includes a choice of recreational activities when you want it, privacy and tranquility when you need it, and a unique, comfortable and stylish home, this could be the property that you have been waiting for. |
