5 Reasons To Move To Bainbridge Island

If you’re thinking about moving to Bainbridge Island, you’ve come to the right place! Here are five reasons why it is a great place to live.

It’s Close to Seattle
Bainbridge Island is only a 35-minute ferry ride from Seattle (and the ride itself is relaxing with gorgeous views). That means that if you want to go out for the day or night, it’s easy to do. You can see a show, have a few drinks, or grab dinner before heading back across the sound.

Artistic Comunity
Bainbridge has its own cultural scene. The island has an abundance of art galleries, museums, and local artisan shops full of handmade jewelry, pottery, and more!
Whether you’re an artist looking to add your art to a local gallery, just appreciate art, or you’re interested in learning something new (the island has several community centers where classes are held weekly on topics ranging from yoga to drawing to ballroom dancing) there’s always something happening on the island!

Small Town Feel
Bainbridge Island, although close to the city, maintains a tight-knit community. One way the community connects is with events, including the Bainbridge Blues Festival (the longest-running blues festival west of Mississippi), the First Friday Art Walk (a monthly art walk featuring local artists), and many holiday events.

You Can Live on the Water
Do I need to say more? With miles of beautiful coastline, you can live on your own beach or a quick walk, bike ride, or drive to a public beach. With a marina and some homes complete with their own docs, it is easy to spend your days near or on the water.

It’s One of the Best Places for Outdoor Activities in the State
Hiking: Bainbridge Island is home to several state parks, including two of the most popular in Washington. You can hike through Fidalgo Bay State Park and Fort Ward State Park, both of which offer stunning views of the water and wildlife.
Biking: The island has almost 100 miles of paved bike trails that wind through forests and around neighborhoods. If you’re looking to get more serious about biking (or just want an excuse to get more exercise), there’s a mountain biking trail at Sunrise Mountain Natural Resource Conservation Area right on Bainbridge Island!
Kayaking: With over 50 miles of shoreline, it’s no surprise that kayaking is one of the most popular ways to explore this unique part of Puget Sound. Many people take their boats out every day for catch-and-release fishing or just for fun rides around the islands.

If this has convinced you to start looking at making Bainbridge Island your home, check out homes for sale or reach out to me for more info.