18 Orchid Ct, Bellingham, WA 98229

This custom home is canted 30 degrees into a hillside of fine homes on a point overlooking PM beach in prized Gate 2 at Sudden Valley. The 30 degree cant gives unique architectural interest to the expansive great room area. This stunning home is located at the end of a cu-lde-sac in a traffic-free zone. Over-sized custom windows capture the finest nature has to offer which includes sit-down lake views from all living areas in the home, as well as overlooking the peninsula green of Sudden Valley’s PGA golf course. The clubhouse is walking distance, as are two of the six private beaches, available exclusively to residents. Immerse yourself in the luxury of upgraded amenities throughout this spectacular home. All living areas and three separate decks take full advantage of the natural beauty that surrounds you. Open spaces and lake view decks on two levels, along with a kitchen barbeque deck, make entertaining a real treat. Green construction results not only in lower utilities but unparalleled comfort without cold or hot spots. In the master bedroom you awake to panoramic views. Pamper yourself in the private lake-view hot tub at your bedside door. Neighborhood Description Nestled in 1500 wooded acres on the shores of Washington's fourth largest urban lake, ten minutes from Bellingham and an easy drive from Seattle and Vancouver, B.C., Sudden Valley embodies the best qualities of the great Northwest. This is also a natural wild life preserve so eagles, heron, deer, migrating birds (including loons, exotic ducks and Trumpeter Swans), a colony of beaver and other woodland creatures share your home. Other amenities at Sudden Valley include: an 18 hole PGA golf course, private, residents’ only access to Lake Whatcom, tennis courts, Olympic size family pool, live theater, kids center, adult center with weight room, yoga classes, card clubs, and adults only pool. Enjoy kayaking, sailing, water skiing, sculling, bird watching, hiking and walking trails all within your own community.