Guemes Island Homes for Sale

Guemes Island Homes for Sale

Welcome to Guemes Island, a tranquil gem nestled in the heart of Skagit County, Washington. Just a short ferry ride from Anacortes, this idyllic island offers a unique blend of natural beauty and a close-knit community that makes it a sought-after destination for those dreaming of a serene lifestyle.

Guemes Island is renowned for its stunning landscapes, featuring lush forests, sandy beaches, and breathtaking waterfront views. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or simply seeking a peaceful retreat, the island's numerous hiking trails, kayaking spots, and wildlife watching opportunities will delight you. The vibrant local art scene, alongside charming boutiques and farmer's markets, adds a touch of culture and community spirit to island life.

As for homes for sale, Guemes Island boasts a diverse array of properties that cater to various tastes and budgets. From cozy beach cottages perfect for weekend getaways to expansive waterfront estates offering unparalleled views, there’s something for everyone. Many homes feature large windows that frame the picturesque scenery, allowing residents to bask in the island's natural beauty year-round.

Living on Guemes Island means embracing a slower pace of life while still enjoying convenient access to the amenities of Anacortes. With its friendly atmosphere, rich community events, and stunning surroundings, Guemes Island is not just a place to live—it's a lifestyle. Explore the homes for sale today and find your perfect slice of paradise on this enchanting island!

Newest Guemes Island Homes for Sale

$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 courtesy of RE/MAX Gateway.

$4,650,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 2535626 MLS ACTIVE Status
A Legacy Estate in the Making. This rare 65.5-acre private waterfront estate on Guemes Island (the quiet southern gateway to the San Juan Islands) offers 1,664 feet of shoreline & sweeping northern views across Padilla Bay to Bellingham, Mount Baker, the Cascade Mountains & beyond, all the way to Canada. Imagine your personal "state park” or a true village. Beyond the existing home, 5 approved 1-acre waterfront homesites are fully prepared for construction, each with power, utilities, & its own designated well already in place. A conceptual master plan and architectural drawings (including barn) provide a ready blueprint for multi-generational living. At the center is a beautifully reimagined 2,068 sq. ft. home (3 bed, 1.75 bath) featuring vaulted ceilings, large stone fireplace, cozy family room off the kitchen with a wood-burning stove, reclaimed wood flooring & walls of glass that seamlessly frame the water. The remaining nearly 60 acres is comprised of protected seasonal stream and bluff easements, & more than 26 acres of woods, pasture, & trails awaiting your orchards, horses, or peaceful morning walks to the beach. Clamming, crabbing & fishing are at your doorstep, with community beach access for all homes. Whether envisioned as a multi-generational compound, personal secluded haven, or private corporate retreat, the entire property sits behind a single gated entry—just a five-minute ferry ride from Anacortes. Seven parcels. One extraordinary canvas.

5837 Ambleside Loop, Anacortes

Listing courtesy of ONE Realty.

$1,445,000
4 Beds 5 Baths 2523282 MLS ACTIVE 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 courtesy of Windermere RE Anacortes Prop..

$3,790,000
5 Beds 4 Baths 2513108 MLS ACTIVE Status
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a legacy home on 400+ feet of low-bank waterfront on a private shy 8.3 acres - all located on Guemes Island, the 'secret' San Juan Island, a mere 5-minute ferry ride from Anacortes. Fill your days with fishing & crabbing, beach combing & agate hunting, and even reeling in salmon straight from your own shore. Spend evenings warming by the firepit under a canopy of stars. A private boat launch and deep-water mooring buoy make the Salish Sea your personal playground, while wooded walking paths meander through the property like quiet invitations to wander. The 5,344 sqft main home, with 5 bedrooms & 4 baths, wears its elegant & warm architecture like a well-loved sweater. Clear-grain cedar wraps the living room walls beneath 20' vaulted ceilings, and picture windows frame panoramic, east-facing views of the Salish Sea & Mount Baker; sunrises here feel like a private front-row show. Spend cozy nights by the family room's stone fireplace, retreat to a primary suite with its own fireplace & skylights, and gather around the wet bar for sunset toasts. A separate ADU offers a generous shop for projects below and a 1 bed/1 bath apartment above. Trained Island EMS coupled with dedicated ambulance response from Anacortes provides amazing emergency response time and service. Property has amazing AirBNB potential with no limits on rentals like San Juan County. Do not miss this chance; this one-of-a-kind property truly enchants. See you on the island.

4079 Forest Lane, Anacortes

Listing courtesy of ONE Realty.

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