Seattle & King County
Vashon, Washington
Unincorporated community
Ferry-served island of farms and forest
Vashon is a rural island community in Puget Sound reached by ferry, with small farms, art studios, beaches and a deliberate small-town pace.
History & Local Character
Coast Salish land later logged and farmed, Vashon became a ferry-dependent community that resisted suburban development.
Housing & Real Estate
Rural acreage, farmhouses and waterfront homes, with very little multifamily housing.
Restaurants & Shopping
Vashon Town holds cafes, a bakery, a brewery and restaurants clustered near the ferry landing.
Schools & Education
Vashon Island School District serves the island.
Parks & Recreation
Point Robinson, Maury Island Marine Park and the island's beaches and trails anchor outdoor life.
Transportation & Accessibility
Washington State Ferries runs from Fauntleroy in West Seattle and from Point Defiance in Tacoma; Water Taxi service reaches downtown Seattle.
Local Businesses
Farms, wineries, art studios, restaurants and the island's hardware and grocery stores.
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Nearby Attractions
- Point Robinson Lighthouse
- Maury Island Marine Park
- Vashon town
- Puget Sound beaches
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Rural island lifestyle close to Seattle
- Strong arts and farm community
- Beaches and forests
Considerations
- Ferry dependence and waits
- Very limited housing and services
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get to Vashon Island?
Washington State Ferries sails from Fauntleroy in West Seattle and from Point Defiance in Tacoma, and a passenger-only water taxi runs to downtown Seattle.