Bellingham House for sale: 3 bedroom 3,143 sq.ft. (Listed 2007-03-05)

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• Property Value$769,000
• Property Address5740 Mertz Rd., Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States
• TypeHouse
• Year Built2001
• Est. Property Tax3889

• Living Area3,143 sq.ft.
• Lot Size Area4.79 sq.ft.
• Bedrooms3
• Bathrooms2 full & 2 half
• School DistrictMeridian

Address

5740 Mertz Rd., Bellingham, WA, 98226, United States

Description

Features

• The area around the house is beautifully landscaped with stone walls and paths, and an incredible variety of trees, plants and flowers. Edible offerings include an orchard with five varieties of apples, pear, plum, fig, filbert, peach, blueberries, strawberries, elderberries, blackberries, raspberries, kiwi, three varieties of grapes, as well as raised garden beds full of vegetables.


• To the north of the house is a peaceful pond with waterfall (ducks and frogs are included). A charming bridge crosses the pond to a well-loved play structure beyond. On the south side of the house is a garden / storage shed with power.


• Horse barn has four 12' x 12' stalls, and a 12' covered breezeway. This is a Noble modular system barn, allowing for future changes or expansion. Tubular aluminum construction with wood panels prevents chewing. Veterinarians, farriers and trainers have all agreed that this is one of the most practical barn designs they have seen. The pasture is entirely fenced with five strands of Gallagher green electric horse tape, with an oversized energizer to ensure proper current through any wet grass touching the fence. Fence layout was designed to safely house horses, llamas and sheep, and to keep dogs out. The southeast corner of the pasture has a very large pond with island.


• Enticing, custom home is packed with high-end features and craftsman touches. The house was built by Joel Huleatt Construction in 2001 and extensively updated by Peterson Construction in 2003. The design is open, inviting and sophisticated. With a main floor master bedroom this house lives like a large rambler, making this a comfortable home for any stage of life. There is plenty of natural light with ample windows, nine foot ceilings and wide-open sun exposure.


• 3+ bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 2 half baths


• Approximately 3143 square feet


• Covered, exposed aggregate porch is a relaxing place to enjoy the late afternoon sun


• Gorgeous Brazilian cherry floors extend through the entry, hallway, dining room and office


• Fabulous cherry cabinetry is a distinctive touch throughout the entire home. All cabinetry was custom built by Riverside Cabinets.


• Two arched entries frame a sumptuous formal dining room. This room has a built-in cherry hutch with sideboard, cabinets and lighted glass-front shelving for stemware. Crown molding adds an elegant accent to this romantic space.


• French doors enter into a large home office, currently used as a music room. The storage closet in this room has been fitted with a solid-core exterior door, deadbolt and security hinges, making this a safe and convenient place for keeping firearms and valuables.


• The sun-drenched living room has a bank of oversized windows to capture the views. UV blocking film on the windows prevents fading and damage to furniture and artwork. The living room has a corner propane fireplace with cherry mantle and slate surround, ceiling fan, and a built-in cherry entertainment center. 6.1 surround sound wiring transforms this room into an impressive home theater. Sound wiring originates from the entertainment center, serving the kitchen, breakfast nook, patio, dining room, office, master bedroom, master bathroom and upper floor bonus room. Independent volume controls with remote sensors allow each room to choose between four input sources - a DVD can play in the living room while others listen to a CD in the office and the tuner in the bonus room.


• All bathrooms have slate floors, cherry cabinets and granite tile counters


• Slate flooring extends through kitchen, breakfast nook and laundry room. Gorgeous cherry kitchen cabinets provide ample storage and counter space. Under cabinet lighting and honed black granite tile countertops and backsplash create a dramatic mood. Appliances include a Maytag Gemini double oven / range, GE Profile microwave hood, Whirlpool Gold refrigerator and dishwasher. Bay windows in the adjacent breakfast nook give the kitchen an excellent view of the mountain. The kitchen also has a large, built-in cherry desk with granite slab top.


• Large laundry room has a wall of cherry cabinets for excellent storage, a double sink and a built-in ironing center. Under the big counter are a Frigidaire Gallery front-load washer and propane dryer. Hidden in the broom closet is a switch for exterior Christmas light outlets under the eaves. A second powder room is in the laundry room, conveniently located by the back door for dashing in when working or playing outside.


• Enormous, main-floor master suite easily fits a king sized bed and large furniture pieces with room to spare for a cozy sitting area. The bay window is a perfect place to curl up with a good book, or kick back with a glass of wine and toast the good life. Pamper yourself in the spa-like bathroom with jetted soaking tub. Leave the blinds up - the bathroom windows are treated with privacy film. The master suite also features great mountain views, a ceiling fan and walk-in closet.


• The upper floor hallway has a wall of built-in closets and drawers for extra clothes storage. Two large, sunny bedrooms and a full bathroom are also on this level, in addition to a flexible bonus room with opening skylights and a wonderful cherry arts and crafts center with desktop, drawers and cabinets. A pull-down ladder in the bonus room goes up to a huge attic storage area.


• Interior was repainted in 2003 with a warm color palette throughout


• Massive, exposed aggregate patio is perfect for entertaining. A propane fire pit is plumbed back to the main propane tank for an instant, endless flame. Parties always end by the warmth of the flickering fire, watching owls fly past the moonlit mountain (and no one goes home smelling like smoke). Outdoor sound and a relaxing Jacuzzi hot tub complete the outdoor ambiance. The patio also has a propane barbeque connection, and there is an additional propane connection on the covered side patio for all-weather grilling.


• Extra-wide, 2 1/2 car garage fits two large vehicles with extra space for motorcycles, bikes, storage or workshop. Separate garage doors have exterior keypad entries. Windows in the man door and side wall provide natural light. The garage is wired for a gen-tran hookup in case of power failure, and there is plenty of room overhead in an attic storage area. The Trane high-efficiency propane furnace was set up for easy future addition of air conditioning. The water heater is also propane. An underground propane tank is discreetly buried next to the driveway.


• Concrete driveway is 3 to 4 cars wide, providing plenty of guest parking. Huge driveway also doubles as a sports court with enough room for full court basketball, tennis or roller hockey. Large exposed aggregate RV pad is wide enough to park two trailers side by side.


• Hardi-plank cement fiber siding. Composition roof. Exterior was repainted in 2005.


• Deer Creek Water Association. Private septic system.


• Shuksan Golf Club is a dream neighbor for the family golfer. This highly rated course is one of the prettiest and most challenging in Whatcom County. Memberships are available for unlimited play, or just wander down after work for some leisurely putting and driving practice.


• Schools: Irene Reither / Ten Mile Creek Elementary, Meridian Middle and High. Lynden Christian school bus stops at grange hall at corner of Hannegan Rd. and Smith Rd.