Such as this modern, highly crafted cottage has a contemporary look. Outside, it uses the woods of the Pacific Northwest to elegantly achieve a rustic simplicity blended with an elegant design.

The inside features a sturdy cast-stone fireplace in the large great room, soaring ceiling heights, oak, wide plank floors and art glass throughout. Large windows afford wonderful views of the surrounding nature.

Zip code 98039 lies just across Lake Washington from Seattle. Medina is a billionaire's playground; Bill Gates lives on the waterfront. Adjusted household income in 2004 was $569,371.

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