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Launchpad For Year Round Outdoor Fun!

By Shannon Dooley, September 16, 2022

Tucked in at the base of the Mt. Hood National Forest in Estacada, this beautiful Thomas Heights home provides the perfect balance of open space, desirable amenities, and access to nature.

Open Living Area

The main floor greets you with an incredible great room illuminated by numerous windows that bring a sense of tranquility as they seemingly allow the trees to envelop you. Soaking in that feeling as you warm yourself by the gas fireplace on a cold rainy day is an experience that gives the word home a new meaning. Simply enjoying your coffee or unwinding from your day on the covered deck can make you feel like you’re at a getaway in the woods. The balance between nature and home is palpable here.

You’ll be ready to for cozy weekend brunch or hosting large gatherings with the chef’s kitchen featuring gas appliances, a sizable island, quartz countertops, farmhouse sink, tiled backsplash, and pantry. Before we leave the main floor we can’t overlook the full bathroom and a bedroom that could easily flex as an ample office space.

Upstairs three well appointed bedrooms share a full bathroom and a separate family room gives plenty of space for everyone in the home. The primary suite is filled with light, has a spa-like en suite bathroom with soaking tub, double sinks, and a walk-in tiled shower. From there you enter the expensive walk-in closet with direct access to the laundry room. The design details in this home create a flow of functionality that many builders and architects overlook.

This community has the vibe of modern Scandinavian farmhouse meets Pacific Northwest Mountainscape, a truly flattering combination. The development is made of up 33 homes and has given priority to preserving the natural areas, retaining over 7 acres of green space within the community. Greentown homes is known for designing energy efficient homes with luxury amenities, using sustainable materials, and thoughtful finishes, as their standard.

MLS# 22375707 | Taxes: $5179 | Lot Size: .18 Acre

Header Photo by Dale Nibbe on Unsplash

Shannon Dooley

Principal Broker in OR | Broker in WA | Earth Advantage | ADU Specialist

She/Her

Long before I lived here I was enamored with the Pacific Northwest. Growing up in the high desert of Nevada I found the dichotomy of the moisture and associated life in the PNW incredibly appealing. As a teenager I was certain I wanted to live in Seattle, then one trip to Portland changed my mind. I was in love with this city instantly and knew this is where I wanted to grow and where I wanted to raise my daughter. That was 20 years ago and I’m still enamored. I have gotten to know this city inside and out and am continually grateful that my job is also my passion.  As a third generation REALTOR® I truly feel like real estate is in my DNA. Unlike many generational Realtors my business is built from the ground up. I started in 2016 and haven’t stopped yet. I believe in perpetual growth and am continually seeking knowledge and experience that will benefit my clients. I learned a lot about basic construction principles growing up with a father who could, and would, take on any home renovation project. More recently I took lessons from my former spouse who was a general contractor and home inspector. Those experiences provided a great base, but the most significant learning has happened since becoming a general contractor myself and starting a small construction company in 2019.  I love our communities, neighborhoods, and especially our houses. We are lucky to live in an architecturally diverse city where you can find almost any style of home and many vintage homes, some dating back to the 1800s. This can prove overwhelming for a lot of people, but I love these old houses and have an abundance of knowledge to help my clients navigate without fear.  I believe in real estate as the most important investment we can make for longitudinal wealth and want to help everyone realize that potential. For this reason first time homebuyers hold a special place in my heart, I love getting people started on that journey. The truth is I love it all. Seasoned investors who just want to talk numbers? Great. Coordinating with empathy and kindness to handle an estate? Yes please. Working with sellers to prepare their homes and finding the right way to say goodbye? Absolutely. I love it all. When I’m not obsessing over houses or helping my clients prepare for their next move you can find me hiding out in the mountains or at the beach, traveling internationally, re-learning the piano, meeting new people, attempting to keep house plants alive, exploring Portland neighborhoods, and supporting local businesses. I bought my dream house in North Portland where I live with my dog Arnold and the worlds most talkative cat John Meowkovich. I’m always taking on some sort of life endeavor and have been part of starting a food truck, owning and developing a small farm property, and writing a children’s book. “Can’t Stop - Won’t Stop” should probably be my motto. My adult daughter is an amazing human that brings me great joy. I couldn’t be more proud.  
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