Welcome to the Bill Gates Estate page!

Grounds
The 5 acres are planted in native alder, maple, and Douglas fir, kept as natural appearance as possible. Most walkways are covered with slate. Concrete retaining walls are faced with sandstone and granite.

Family wing
The Gates family's 11,500-square-foot inner sanctum is surprisingly modest, with  four bedrooms and quarters for a nanny. A four-car garage is attached. The lower levels include a techno-play land family room and an exercise facility that is better appointed than many health clubs.

Guest wing
The southern half of the main building, this wing contains the main entrance (with grand staircase), theater, library, formal dining room, reception hall, and conference facilities. It includes only two bedrooms.

(click on the photo to see a video of the estate!)

Basic data:
Total assessed value: $53,392,200
Land value: $9,122,200
Estimated property taxes for 1998: $620,183 (based on 1997 rates; 1998 rate has not yet been set)
Waterfront: Approximately 500 feet
Square footage, all structures: More than 66,000 (equal to 1.5 acres)
Rooms: Seven bedrooms, 24 bathrooms (includes 10 full baths), six kitchens, six fireplaces
Style: Pacific Northwest lodge
Architects: James Cutler and Peter Bohlin
Interior designer: Thierry W. Despont
Primary contractor: Sellen Construction