Meet Madrona.

Travel to the east side of Seattle and experience Madrona, a tranquil residential neighborhood on the shores of Lake Washington. Many Madrona homes feature incredible views of the lake, the Cascades, and Mount Rainier, as well as the bright lights of downtown. This charming neighborhood manages a perfect harmony between in-city conveniences and entertainment with the laid-back and welcoming vibe of a smaller town.

Residents and visitors alike flock to Hi-Spot Café, a breakfast spot offering delicious fare in a cozy, house-turned-restaurant setting. Patrons are sure to start their day off right by fueling up with a latte and chorizo scramble. Their patio is the perfect place to enjoy a sunny, summer day.

Vendemmia is the go-to place for any fan of Italian cuisine. With an emphasis on locally-sourced, quality ingredients, the menu offers a simple but superb variety of dishes. Bistro Turkuaz is a beloved Turkish restaurant with menu highlights including baba ghanoush, dolma, and succulent kababs. Pop over to Madrona Arms for a family-friendly Irish pub experience where you’re sure to see more than a few friendly faces.

Visitors looking to enjoy some of Madrona’s natural beauty are in luck—the neighborhood is home to Madrona Park and Beach, a waterfront park featuring 31 acres of trails, swimming areas, and plenty of picturesque picnic spots. Escape from the busyness of day-to-day life and take a breather in this scenic piece of woodland tranquility. Madrona Playground is the perfect place to entertain kiddos or play a game of basketball on the court.

With a small core of local businesses situated along 34th Avenue, Madrona manages to retain a small-town feel, even in the heart of the city. Check out glassbaby and peruse their selection of hand-made glassware and more. A portion of their proceeds goes towards the glassbaby foundation, providing donations to non-profit organizations that aim to help communities, our planet, and animal friends. And just a minute away is Madrona Wine Merchants—a shop dedicated to supplying customers with a diverse, high-quality selection of wines all carefully curated by the store’s proprietors.