9818 SE 42nd PlaceMercer Island, WA 98040Price: $6,025,000

Pristinely and thoughtfully elevated beyond its original design, this gorgeous NW Contemporary strikes a rare balance; modern in form, yet warm, livable, and effortlessly inviting. Expansive yet intentional, the home unfolds through a series of beautifully scaled spaces designed for both connection and retreat. Six ensuite bedrooms offer the ultimate flexibility, suitable for guests or dedicated work-from-home environments, while multiple indoor and outdoor gathering areas create a seamless rhythm for everyday living and entertaining alike. Walls of glass and folding doors dissolve the boundary between inside and out, opening to a level, sun-filled, lush and rarely found at this scale backyard, as well as a view balcony. Covered terraces and open-air spaces invite year-round enjoyment, from quiet mornings to vibrant evenings.The current owner has taken an already exceptional build and refined it further; enhanced landscape design, and integrated AV systems. Tucked on a quiet dead-end street with shared access to a private beach where you can launch personal watercraft or take your morning plunge, as well as private access to the Shore Club's coveted amenities, by members. Minutes to all that is wonderful about Mercer Island; retail, parks, restaurants and sublime commute options to Seattle & Bellevue.