Bellingham book-lovers will tell you that our city has a bounty of quality local bookstores, and one of the finest is Village Books, located in Historic Fairhaven.  Village Books has an extensive selection of both new and used books, and they offer an eclectic mix of magazines and literary journals not to be found anywhere else in Bellingham.

Wonderful as it is, the selection here is only part of what makes this bookstore so special.  Village Books’ Literature Live program brings in both local and nationally recognized authors for readings three or four nights out of the week, offering the Pacific Northwest community a chance to enjoy readings and interact with their favorite authors face-to-face.

To find out more about life in this beautiful Bellingham neighborhood, check out our Fairhaven page.

As summer winds down, plenty of people are making the most out of these perfect sunny days, and a popular place to play and relax is Larrabee State Park, off Chuckanut Drive.  With a miles of hiking trails, a long rocky shoreline full of tidepools to explore and a clear blue view of the San Juan Islands, Larrabee is fun for all ages.

Many homes in the Chuckanut area enjoy these same views and recreational activities right out their front door.  To find a home that’s perfect for you and your family, take a look at our free Bellingham MLS home search.

It may be nearing the end of August, but summer still appears to be in full bloom in a children’s garden on Broadway Street in the Cornwall neighborhood. In fact, many gardens in Bellingham are hitting a great stride after a month of plentiful sunshine with just a little rain mixed in. Here’s to a sunny September as well!

To find out more about Bellingham, or the beautiful Cornwall neighborhood, feel free to browse our neighborhoods page!

During the warm summer months here in Bellingham, this spray park at Cornwall Park is a favorite destination.  Kids run and shriek as they try to guess which fountains will shoot up next, and their parents look on, enjoying a few moments of relaxation in the sun.

With 70 acres of green space right in the center of the neighborhood, Cornwall Park homes are a great place for families.  To check out Cornwall Park real estate, take a look at our free Bellingham MLS search.

Since its grand opening at Barkley Village last year, the newest branch of the Bellingham Public Library has met with rave reviews.  This 1,400 square-foot space offers computer/internet access, WiFi, a large children’s book section, and convenient hold/pick-up capabilities.  With cozy overstuffed chairs and bar seating for those with laptops, the Barkley Branch is a modern yet comfortable place for people to sit down with a good book.  To see more pictures of beautiful Barkley Village, see our Mount Baker neighborhood page.

After a quick dip in Bellingham’s Lake Padden, this Australian Shepherd decided to help her owner cool off as well!  With a 2.6-mile trail looping around the lake, an 18-hole golf course, and an off-leash area for dogs to run and fetch to their hearts’ content, Lake Padden is a favorite for both humans and canines.

Located in the Samish neighborhood, Lake Padden is a great place for Bellingham residents to find relaxation and recreation.  And with well-maintained older homes and fabulous luxury residences nearby, Samish homeowners have the best of both worlds: comfortable Northwest living surrounded by boundless natural beauty.

To find out more about Samish real estate in Bellingham, Washington, give me a call or visit our Samish photo gallery!

Some of the Pacific Northwest’s most dazzling sunsets are showcased at Boulevard Park in the South Hill neighborhood–it’s no wonder this sprawling waterfront park is buzzing with activity all summer long.  If you think this view is good–imagine what it’s like out on the sailboat!

Because most of their beautiful homes overlook Bellingham Bay, residents of South Hill enjoy fiery displays like these year-round.  To find a South Hill, Bellingham home that’s just right for you, feel free to use our MLS home search.

This panoramic view of Bellingham Bay and the San Juan Islands rewards a hiker after a challenging trek up the Oyster Dome Trail.  Located just south of Bellingham’s Edgemoor neighborhood on Chuckanut Drive, Oyster Dome is one of the area’s most popular hikes.

Bellingham real estate is famous for its pristine beauty and impressive water views, and Edgemoor homes are built to take full advantage of this setting.  Those who live in Edgemoor don’t even have to put on their hiking boots… they just look out their back window and enjoy the scenery!