About 178 Fossil Bay Drive
Bartwood Lodge presents a rare Orcas Island waterfront opportunity with sweeping panoramic views and exceptional development potential. Located on the quiet North Shore in the residential Bartwood neighborhood, this unique property offers flexibility for a single or multi-family estate, condo remodel for resale, apartment renovation for long-term income, or immediate use as employee housing. The property features two separate buildings. The main three-story lodge includes 15 guest rooms with private baths, plus a top-floor one-bedroom apartment with kitchen. A second building provides a spacious common living and dining area with large kitchen—ideal for gatherings or shared use. Installed Rock Island Fiber-Optic internet. Enjoy 180° vistas stretching north to the Canadian Coastal Range, east to Mount Baker, and west to stunning summer sunsets. A large waterfront deck leads to the community dock, beach, and boat ramp. Additional amenities include parking for 40+ vehicles and access to a HOA tennis, pickleball, and basketball court. Centrally located near the Orcas Island Airport, marina, and Eastsound Village shops and dining, Bartwood Lodge offers an exceptional combination of waterfront living, convenience, and income or redevelopment potential.
Features of 178 Fossil Bay Drive
| MLS® # | 2475226 |
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| Price | $1,990,000 |
| Bedrooms | 17 |
| Bathrooms | 15.50 |
| Full Baths | 12 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 8,084 |
| Acres | 0.88 |
| Year Built | 1975 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Contemporary |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 178 Fossil Bay Drive |
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| Area | 901 - Orcas, Obstruction & Crane Island |
| Subdivision | Eastsound |
| City | Orcas Island |
| County | San Juan |
| State | WA |
| Zip Code | 98245 |
Amenities
| Parking | Driveway, Off Street, RV Parking |
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| View | Bay, Mountains, Ocean, Sea, Sound, Strait |
| Is Waterfront | Yes |
| Waterfront | Low Bank, Ocean Front, Saltwater, Sea, Sound |
Interior
| Interior Features | Second Kitchen, Bath Off Primary, Dining Room, Fireplace, Fireplace (Primary Bedroom), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater |
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| Appliances | Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer |
| Heating | Baseboard |
| Cooling | None |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 3 |
| Fireplaces | Wood Burning |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Brick, Wood, Wood Products |
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| Lot Description | Cul-De-Sac, Drought Resistant Landscape, Paved |
| Foundation | Poured Concrete |
School Information
| District | Orcas Island |
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| Elementary | Buyer To Verify |
| Middle | Buyer To Verify |
| High | Buyer To Verify |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | February 2nd, 2026 |
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| Days on Market | 206 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | The Agency Seattle |
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