980 Palisades Drive

West-facing water views and grand sunsets create a beautiful backdrop for your future Orcas Island home. A level building site and an exceptional modern home plan set offer an inspiring starting point for a home that reflects your vision. Pursue the existing contemporary design or explore your own ideas in this scenic island setting.The previous owners have done the heavy lifting with feasibility work toward a building permit application, including a geotechnical study, home plans, and an approved 2-bedroom septic design. Two view easements over two neighboring parcels benefit the property’s water views. With these planning materials available for review, buyers have a valuable foundation for considering their next steps.Close to Moran State Park, with nearby trails to Cascade Lake, the property enjoys a location surrounded by some of Orcas Island’s most treasured scenery. Access to Rosario’s waterfront area and beach, nearby restaurants, and Kenmore Air floatplane connections adds to the appeal. From the forested landscape and freshwater lake to the Rosario shoreline, a variety of island destinations are close at hand.An affordable water-view lot with sunsets and modern home plans is a rare find on Orcas Island. With plans and studies available, this property offers a head start toward building your dream island getaway. Home plans are included at no additional cost, and the sellers would be happy to connect buyers with their architect to explore bringing the design to life.