18175 State Route 9, Mount Vernon, WA 98274

This custom Cape Cod pairs two things everyone chases and rarely finds together: sweeping lake-and-mountain views, and a setting minutes from the water. Set in Montborne Heights, a small established neighborhood on the sunny side of Big Lake. Inside, the heart of the home shines with brand-new counters and new stainless appliances — clean, bright, and ready for their first Sunday breakfast. West-facing windows pour light through the living room and put the sunset over the lake in front of you every evening. Four bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths give everyone room to spread out — with a bathroom on every floor, so there's never a wait and never a trek up the stairs. The primary suite lives like a private spa, anchored by a five-piece bath with a jetted tub, separate shower, and double vanities. Sink in after a day on the lake and let the jets do the rest. Downstairs, a spacious finished daylight basement — with its own bath already in place — makes easy in-law or guest quarters, a...