Hilltop Retreat: Nestled on a west-facing hill, this 5-acre property offers ocean & mountain views and is ideally located near a 1400-acre park, filled with scenic trails perfect for hiking, horseback riding, and exploration. The house showcases durable strawbale construction with a passive solar design, and a long-lasting Galvalume roof. Large windows with deep sills overlook the secluded yard, while rich wood accents and vaulted ceilings elevate the open-plan timber frame. Features include a masonry fireplace with a bread oven, a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, heated stained concrete floors on the main level, and wood flooring upstairs. If all this wasn’t enough to entice you, the house boasts an inviting outdoor sauna and a refreshing cold plunge, the perfect retreat for relaxation. Outbuildings including a two-stall barn, & detached studio/workshop with an upstairs suite. This property blends luxury with functionality, inviting you to embrace a life of comfort & adventure amidst nature's wonders. Drive via Northwest Rd for quicker route.