Perfectly positioned between 2 world class cities, approximately 50 miles north to Vancouver BC & 50 miles south to Seattle. East facing 5 acre retreat in a gated community on pristine Lake McMurray waterfront. 269 feet of private lake frontage w space for a future dock creates a rare lakefront estate offering privacy, nature, wildlife & comfort for buyers seeking a peaceful off the grid lifestyle w convenience to Mount Vernon, Arlington, Smokey Point, Hwy 9 & the I 5 corridor. Main level living w daylight basement in this nearly 4996 square foot residence designed for multi generational living or extended stays. The main floor features a primary suite w fireplace, spa inspired bath, dual walk in closets, private en suite bedroom ideal as a junior suite & large laundry room, all opening to the deck overlooking the lake. The chefs kitchen w quartz & granite surfaces, premium Dacor refrigerator & generous storage flows into vaulted living spaces w fireplace & sweeping lake & territorial views. The lower level offers 3 bedrooms, Jack & Jill bath, flex room & a spacious rec room w wet bar, wine closet, fireplace & access to a covered patio & lawn leading to the water plus a 1000 square foot insulated storage area. A tree lined pond w gazebo, waterfall, fountain & koi enhances the estate. Features include community dock w boat launch, 40 solar panels, new HVAC, 1000 gallon propane tank, Sonos sound & generator system supporting a self sufficient lifestyle.