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		<title>10 Great Rainy Day Activities in Bellingham</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 26 Mar 2010 02:43:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rob LeRoy</dc:creator>
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Thanks to happy reader Sonia for submitting the following question, which made it really easy to come up with today&#8217;s post!
&#8220;We&#8217;re looking at moving there in the next two years and are curious about  things to do during the REAL rainy season. We live in Florida and have visited the area around Bellingham in the Summer, Winter and Fall.&#8221;
I&#8217;m glad you asked, Sonia. It is no secret that it rains in Washington. Sometimes it rains a lot&#8230;for days and days. That is just the way it is.  And while to some ...]]></description>
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<p>Thanks to happy reader Sonia for submitting the following question, which made it really easy to come up with today&#8217;s post!</p>
<p><strong>&#8220;We&#8217;re looking at moving there in the next two years and are curious about  things to do during the REAL rainy season. We live in Florida and have visited the area around Bellingham in the Summer, Winter and Fall.&#8221;</strong></p>
<p>I&#8217;m glad you asked, Sonia. It is no secret that it rains in Washington. Sometimes it rains a lot&#8230;for days and days. That is just the way it is.  And while to some that may seem like a downside to living here, it is, in my opinion, a perfectly reasonable trade-off when you consider the lack of poisonous bugs, snakes, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes,  locust swarms and dragons, etc. so prevalent elsewhere in the country.  The reward is reaped in the Spring, Summer and Fall, when the mild temperatures and unparalleled beauty of the natural landscape make life in the Northwest feel like a well-earned privilege. Still, it is important to know how to cope with those dreary, cloudy days, and so I give you&#8230;.</p>
<h2><span style="color: #000000">Top 10 Ways to Beat the Rain&#8230;</span></h2>
<p><strong>(and how they&#8217;ve become the roots of our economy)</strong></p>
<p><strong>#1 Drink Coffee:</strong> It should go without saying that Washington State is known as a place where people appreciate coffee. Given the potential for rain-induced lethargy, it is no wonder that large coffee companies like Starbucks, Tully&#8217;s, Seattle&#8217;s Best Coffee (now a Starbucks subsidiary) Woods Coffee and Tony&#8217;s (my personal favorites) are based here.</p>
<p><strong>#2 Drink Beer:</strong> When coffee just won&#8217;t do it, bring on the cavalry. Washington is home to hundreds of breweries, ranging from small, regional brewpubs like Bellingham&#8217;s Chuckanut and Boundary Bay breweries, medium-sized operations like Elysian and Lazy Boy, to full-scale production heavies like Pyramid and Redhook. Those are just the tip of the iceberg- there are at least <a title="Washington micro-breweries" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Washington_breweries" target="_blank"><strong>71 functioning micro-breweries</strong></a> in Washington State. In fact, the nation&#8217;s very first micro was based in Washington&#8230; We love our beer here.</p>
<p><strong>#3 Go Shopping:</strong> When the clouds and rain weigh heavy and dark&#8230;.why not go hide inside a giant, well-lit building and spend some money! Along with numerous malls, Washington State is home-base to retail titans like Costco, Nordstrom and REI.</p>
<p><strong>#4 Work on your computer:</strong> Washington is one of the most tech-centric places in the world. In addition to Microsoft&#8217;s colossal home campus in Redmond ( it has its own MLS area code), the region features headquarters of tech giants like <a title="Zillow.com" href="http://www.zillow.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Zillow</strong></a>, Amazon, RealNetworks, and Expedia.</p>
<p><strong>#5 Go shopping on your computer:</strong> For efficiency&#8217;s sake, why not combine a #3 and #4&#8230;or all of the above, for that matter.</p>
<p><strong>#6 Go to a game: </strong>With Seattle being the home of professional* sports teams like the Mariners, Seahawks and the <a title="Seattle Sounders FC" href="http://www.soundersfc.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Sounders</strong></a>, hardcore fans have learned to suck it up and cheer on their teams regardless of the weather. In the case of the Mariners, Safeco Field&#8217;s retractable roof prevents the rain from harming the dainty threads and manicured coifs of visiting Yankees fans&#8230; while Seahawks and Sounders loyalists at Quest Field are tougher than Postal workers, having learned to drink their way through any kind of weather, be it rain, sleet, or snow.</p>
<p>* I use that term loosely</p>
<p><strong>#7 Make a record:</strong> Garages and basements are great for hiding from the weather. Just ask Jimi Hendrix&#8230;and whoever is left alive from local bands like Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Mudhoney, Soundgarden, Modest Mouse, Death Cab For Cutie&#8230;etc.  The list goes on and on&#8230;Though Seattle&#8217;s music scene hasn&#8217;t been on the front page as much since the mid 90&#8242;s, there is still a strong and vibrant community of musicians throughout the region, boosted by local record companies like <a title="Sub Pop Records" href="http://www.subpop.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Sub-Pop</strong></a> and the World&#8217;s Greatest Radio Station, Seattle&#8217;s <a title="Kexp.org" href="http://kexp.org/" target="_blank"><strong>KEXP</strong></a>.</p>
<p><strong>#8 Go diving:</strong> This gives a whole new meaning to the phrase, &#8220;if you can&#8217;t beat &#8216;em, join &#8216;em!&#8221;  If you&#8217;re gonna get wet, you might as well get REALLY wet. The Puget Sound area is known among the clinically insane as one of the best places to scuba dive in the world. There are dive shops everywhere&#8230;which is pretty much the extent of my knowledge&#8230;because I&#8217;m not a crazy person.</p>
<p><strong>#9 Go to the gym:</strong> I find the rainy days to be great for getting a good work-out.  I don&#8217;t have a joke for this one&#8230;  It&#8217;s just a good, solid idea.</p>
<p><strong>#10 Go somewhere else:</strong> When all else fails, it&#8217;s time to bail. The really rainy period (generally between February and January [sic]) is the time to consider an escape to some place warmer and drier. A little break is all it takes to clear your head and remember how much you love it here during the Spring and Summer. Is it any coincidence then that one of the World&#8217;s largest airplane manufacturers is based here?  I can just imagine the founders of Boeing sitting around drinking beer and coffee one fateful day saying,&#8221; You know what would be great? A vacation! But how are we gonna get there&#8230;?&#8221;</p>
<p><strong>Special bonus answer:</strong> Write a blog! It happens to be raining today. So I am wrting this article at Woods Coffee in downtown Bellingham&#8230;So, obviously, I am doing numbers 1 and 4, and I have every intention of transitioning into  #2, possibly after #9. Let it never be said that I fail to practice what I preach!</p>
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		<title>The Winding Wonder of Chuckanut Drive</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:20:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rob LeRoy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chuckanut Drive is, hands down, my favorite place to drive in the World. Admittedly, I haven&#8217;t had the chance to take the James Bond chase-scene route into Monte Carlo, but I&#8217;m pretty sure it would only be a close second.

Chuckanut Drive&#8217;s winding roadway hugs the hills between Bellingham&#8217;s Fairhaven neighborhood South to the wide valley North of Mt. Vernon.  Regardless of the weather, the 30+ minute drive shows off the absolute best of Northwest Washington&#8217;s geographical character, including  incomparable views of Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands, and a peak ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Chuckanut Drive is, hands down, my favorite place to drive in the World. Admittedly, I haven&#8217;t had the chance to take the James Bond chase-scene route into Monte Carlo, but I&#8217;m pretty sure it would only be a close second.</p>
<p><a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/IMG_31361.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4644" title="IMG_3136" src="http://realestate.bellingham.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/IMG_31361.jpg" alt="" width="560" /></a></p>
<p>Chuckanut Drive&#8217;s winding roadway hugs the hills between Bellingham&#8217;s Fairhaven neighborhood South to the wide valley North of Mt. Vernon.  Regardless of the weather, the 30+ minute drive shows off the absolute best of Northwest Washington&#8217;s geographical character, including  incomparable views of Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands, and a peak at Mt. Baker at the Southern end.</p>
<p>Of course, words fail to capture the wondrous majesty of this truly unique highway. So, I took some pictures.  This past week, in spite of the fact that the Winter Olympics have been happening right up the road, has been unbelievably beautiful. With clear blue skies and temperatures in the mid 60&#8242;s, conditions were set to get some truly fabulous pictures.</p>
<p>Click on the thumbnails below to see full-size pictures. You can also click <strong><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/rfleroy/ChuckanutDrive21810#" target="_blank">here</a></strong> to see the complete collection of pictures I took.</p>
<p>The pictures are in order from South to North, between Mt. Vernon and Bellingham.</p>

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<a href='http://realestate.bellingham.net/the-winding-wonder-of-chuckanut-drive/img_3138/' title='IMG_3138'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://realestate.bellingham.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/IMG_3138-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail" alt="IMG_3138" title="IMG_3138" /></a>
<a href='http://realestate.bellingham.net/the-winding-wonder-of-chuckanut-drive/img_3151/' title='IMG_3151'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://realestate.bellingham.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/IMG_3151-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail" alt="IMG_3151" title="IMG_3151" /></a>
<a href='http://realestate.bellingham.net/the-winding-wonder-of-chuckanut-drive/img_3152/' title='IMG_3152'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://realestate.bellingham.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/IMG_3152-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail" alt="Entering Bellingham on Chuckanut drive" title="IMG_3152" /></a>
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		<title>A View to Remember on Chuckanut Shore</title>
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South of Bellingham, down the hill from the beautiful Chuckanut Drive, lies a small, cozy community of about two to three dozen homes perched on the cliffs above Bellingham Bay, overlooking the San Juans and the tiny Dot Island.  The setting is reminiscent of the cliffs of Malibu, California, mixed with the forest greens and cobalt blues of the Pacific Northwest.
Resting quietly at the center of this little community is a wonderfully updated 1960&#8242;s-era Cape Cod-style home with a commanding 180-degree SW facing view of the islands and the bay, ...]]></description>
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<p>South of Bellingham, down the hill from the beautiful Chuckanut Drive, lies a small, cozy community of about two to three dozen homes perched on the cliffs above Bellingham Bay, overlooking the San Juans and the tiny Dot Island.  The setting is reminiscent of the cliffs of Malibu, California, mixed with the forest greens and cobalt blues of the Pacific Northwest.</p>
<p>Resting quietly at the center of this little community is a wonderfully updated 1960&#8242;s-era Cape Cod-style home with a commanding 180-degree SW facing view of the islands and the bay, with 103 feet of saltwater-frontage, complete with private dock.</p>
<p>The home itself contrasts perfectly with the breathtaking views by offering a refreshingly warm, intimate atmosphere, especially given it&#8217;s nearly 3200 square feet.  The main floor is comprised of a study, two living areas (one at each end) and dining area, surrounding a central kitchen.  A patio extends along the length of the house looking over the water. The layout is such that just about every room has a view of the islands.  There are a total of four bedrooms and three bathrooms.  Having received a face-lift in 2000, the home features Scandinavian-inspired character, with bright, vibrant colors, excellent natural light, and the best in modern appliances.  The decor is tasteful and inviting, carefully arranged by a loving owner with a true eye for design. Given the evident symmetry of home and decor, the owner&#8217;s are willing to include much of it with a sale.</p>
<p>Click on the pictures below for full-sized versions. Click <a href="http://visualtour.com/shownp.asp?sk=13&amp;t=2040958" target="_blank"><strong><span style="color: #000080;">here</span></strong> </a>for a Virtual Tour.</p>

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<p>Externally, this home and neighborhood have a lot to offer. In addition to the home&#8217;s 103 feet of private waterfront, there is a community boat launch nearby, as well as a  private beach available to owners.  The home itself has a private dock. The water is not deep for large vessels, though there is plenty of room for deep-water moorage out in the bay, with access by dinghy.  There is also a two-car garage, with guest parking available across the street.</p>
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<p>Priced at $1,595,000, this home is a real treasure.  It is quiet, private, and unquestionably special, perfect for anyone looking to live in understated luxury while enjoying the peaceful serenity offered by one of the most incredible natural settings in the World.</p>
<p>Owner financing is available at competitive rates to qualified buyers.</p>
<p>For more information on this luxury Bellingham home, e-mail me at <strong>rob.leroy@exprealty.com</strong>, or call me at <strong>206.883.6668</strong> …and yes, you CAN hire me as your real estate agent!</p>
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		<title>It Feels Like Spring in Fairhaven&#8230;</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 06:09:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rob LeRoy</dc:creator>
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I love Fairhaven. It is such a cool place… The classic brick architecture, boutique pubs and restaurants, open community space, and of course the beautiful setting overlooking Bellingham Bay and the San Juan Islands.  I’ve lived just about everywhere in the Northwestern U.S., from San Francisco to Boise to Seattle, and I have to say that Fairhaven is in the top 5 neighborhoods in any of those cities.
Today, February 6th, 2010, was an absolutely gorgeous 65 degrees.  I seized the opportunity to get some pictures of some of Fairhaven’s most ...]]></description>
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<p>I love Fairhaven. It is such a cool place… The classic brick architecture, boutique pubs and restaurants, open community space, and of course the beautiful setting overlooking Bellingham Bay and the San Juan Islands.  I’ve lived just about everywhere in the Northwestern U.S., from San Francisco to Boise to Seattle, and I have to say that Fairhaven is in the top 5 neighborhoods in any of those cities.</p>
<p>Today, February 6th, 2010, was an absolutely gorgeous 65 degrees.  I seized the opportunity to get some pictures of some of Fairhaven’s most unique buildings and locations.  Click on the thumbnails for full-sized pictures. Click <a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/rfleroy/SunnyFairhaven2610#" target="_blank"><strong>here</strong></a> for the full gallery of the 89 shots I took on this amazing day.  For those of you out there who still think the Northwest is all rain and no shine..let me I offer you a very different perspective.</p>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Feb 2010 20:58:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are thinking about selling your house this year, you might want to get ready sooner, rather than later. With the impending expiration of the First-Time-Buyer tax credit, many experts in the industry are nervous about the potential market adjustment to follow. Given that first-time buyers accounted for an astounding 47% of all home sales last year, it stands to reason that there is the risk of a slump in sales following the expiration of the tax credit.  At the very least, it looks clear that there are a ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are thinking about selling your house this year, you might want to get ready sooner, rather than later. With the impending expiration of the <strong><a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/what-is-the-8000-tax-credit/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0000ff">First-Time-Buyer tax credit</span></a></strong>, many experts in the industry are nervous about the potential market adjustment to follow. Given that first-time buyers accounted for an astounding <strong><a href="http://www.realtor.org/press_room/news_releases/2009/11/survey_record" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0000ff">47% of all home sales</span></a></strong> last year, it stands to reason that there is the risk of a slump in sales following the expiration of the tax credit.  At the very least, it looks clear that there are a whole lot of would-be buyers running around scooping up whatever they can find while there&#8217;s still time. With the expiration of the tax credit set for June 1st, time is of the essence, and I&#8217;m here to help.</p>
<h2><strong><span style="color: #000000">How About  a Free Home Staging consultation?</span></strong></h2>
<p>From now until April 30th, I will be teaming up with <strong><a href="http://bellinghamhomestaging.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0000ff">Bellingham Home Staging</span></a></strong> to provide complimentary home staging consultations on all new listings.  The fabulous Kimberly Lee of Bellingham Home Staging will give your home the makeover it needs to sell quickly for a great price.  So yes, you will have to lose the fuzzy tapestry of dogs playing poker ( I really miss mine from college&#8230;), and she&#8217;ll probably make you hide any self-portraits from past vacations (sorry, but buyers don&#8217;t need to see you in a thong&#8230;), but it will be worth it. Don&#8217;t worry, we won&#8217;t mock you for having bad taste (at least <em>I</em> won&#8217;t)&#8230;it&#8217;s not your fault. Some people just have a gift for design&#8230;just like some people have a gift for writing humorous real estate articles&#8230;ahem&#8230; I should clarify that <em>Kimberly</em> will be telling you what to do&#8230;not me. I&#8217;m too nice to tell you that you have bad taste. I will, however, bring donuts.  <img src="http://coolrain44.files.wordpress.com/2009/08/dogs-playing-poker.jpg" alt="" width="560" height="420" /> <strong>What is Home Staging?</strong></p>
<address><span style="color: #000000">&#8220;</span><span style="color: #000000">Home staging is a proven advertising method in real estate, interior design, and retail that uses principles in design, psychology, and marketing to make a house more attractive to the emotions of a purchaser. As Consumers, we see this every day when we look at our favorite issues of Better Homes and Gardens, Martha Stewart Living, shop at Ikea, or look through a Crate and Barrel Catalog. Items are placed, arranged, and organized to make the consumer want or need them. Everything is neat, orderly, and neutralized to attract a wide range of buyers who have differing styles and tastes. Ultimately, we want buyers to see and feel themselves living in your house. &#8220;</span> &#8211; <span style="font-style: normal"><strong>Kimberly Lee.</strong></span></address>
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<address><span style="font-style: normal">If you have us list your home, you will get much more than this fantastic staging consultation. You&#8217;ll also get a custom blog article to accompany the MLS listing. I&#8217;ll write and in-depth portrait of your home that goes well beyond the limitations of the MLS, print media, and other traditional marketing avenues. You&#8217;ll see your home prominently featured on this website (<strong>with 7,000 monthly visitors!</strong>), as well as several similar sites to maximize exposure across the entire internet*. We&#8217;ll also broadcast the details by email to our database of thousands of website subscribers. For examples of my previous listing articles, click <strong><span style="color: #0000ff"><a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/lake-whatcoms-hidden-waterfront-hideaway/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #000080">here</span></a>, <a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/a-view-with-a-room-on-chuckanut-shore/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #000080">here</span></a></span></strong> and <strong><a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/bellinghams-newest-waterfront-condos-edgewater-place/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #000080">here</span></a></strong>. The combined force of our staging and unbeatable online marketing strategy will give your home the exposure it needs to sell for the best possible price in the shortest amount of time. </span></address>
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<address><span style="font-style: normal">*87% of home buyers use the internet to look for homes, and 85% use buyers agents, who of course search <a href="http://realtorbenefitsprogram.org/library/library/fg006" target="_blank"><strong><span style="color: #000080"><span style="color: #0000ff">onlin</span><span style="color: #0000ff">e</span></span></strong></a>, as well.</span></address>
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<address><span style="font-style: normal">For more information on Bellingham Home Staging, click <strong><span style="color: #0000ff"><a href="http://bellinghamhomestaging.com/Home_Page.html" target="_blank">here</a> <span style="color: #000000"><span style="font-weight: normal">or join the Facebook fanpage</span></span> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bellingham-WA/Bellingham-Home-Staging/193153434000?ref=ts" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0000ff">here</span></a><span style="color: #000000">!</span></span></strong></span></address>
<address><span style="font-style: normal">For more information on the benefits of home staging, in general, click <strong><a href="http://documents.clubexpress.com/documents.ashx?key=C6oaURUx%2brGhWGW3tE37ikHNu7/GqODUv0MjnXT9TTfufcNGMndF4x5/ctNsrrSkpXgU5b16p4CbW1/WL%2bt9GFlDkDcUJelPjjBiA7l315U3hth/X/Plfg%3d%3d" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0000ff">here</span></a></strong>.<br />
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<p><span style="font-style: normal">Click the thumbnails b</span>elow for some before-and-after staging shots</p>
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		<title>Rob LeRoy&#8217;s Happy Client Stories</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 01:06:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rob LeRoy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here are some of the nice things my past clients have had to say about working with me.
&#8220;You are heads above any of the other realtors we have worked with!&#8221; &#8211; Shelley T., Bellingham, WA
&#8220;As soon as I requested info on real estate in the Bellingham area, you were the first to respond.  Then you asked the right questions to learn what we wanted and sent me not only relevant listings, but also information about the area and other activities that helped convince us NW Washington was where we wanted ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3><strong>Here are some of the nice things my past clients have had to say about working with me.</strong></h3>
<p>&#8220;You are heads above any of the other realtors we have worked with!&#8221; &#8211; <strong>Shelley T., Bellingham, WA</strong></p>
<p>&#8220;As soon as I requested info on real estate in the Bellingham area, you were the first to respond.  Then you asked the right questions to learn what we wanted and sent me not only relevant listings, but also information about the area and other activities that helped convince us NW Washington was where we wanted to live. So when we arrived for our area tour, we were already pretty sure we wanted to live here.</p>
<p>Of course our wish list evolved as we actually toured the area and homes, and certainly your candid assessment of the different areas helped us more quickly focus on the areas that were right for us.   We saw a lot of homes, and you helped us screen well over a hundred before eventually buying one in an area you led us to.  The search was intense for several days, and we appreciated your energy, positive attitude, and daily research to help us reach our goal.</p>
<p>It was a pleasure to work with you!&#8221;  - <strong>Carl L. Anacortes, WA</strong></p>
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<p style="margin-left: 0pt;margin-right: 0pt"><span style="font-family: 'Georgia'"><span style="font-size: small">&#8220;Rob was the only variable of our last home purchase that could be described as smooth. The current market conditions make hitting deadlines nearly impossible and Rob was there to keep all parties </span></span><span style="font-family: 'Georgia'"><span style="font-size: small">calm and </span></span><span style="font-family: 'Georgia'"><span style="font-size: small">working together to reach a common goal. </span></span><span style="font-family: 'Georgia'"><span style="font-size: small">His communication skills, outgoing personality and ab</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Georgia'"><span style="font-size: small">ility to bond with people of all</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Georgia'"><span style="font-size: small"> personality type</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Georgia'"><span style="font-size: small">s</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Georgia'"><span style="font-size: small"> are sure to place him a step above his peers. </span></span><span style="font-family: 'Georgia'"><span style="font-size: small">Rob</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Georgia'"><span style="font-size: small"> is an asset to any real estate transaction and if you are looking for someone enjoyable to work with that you can trust then you will truly enjoy working with </span></span><span style="font-family: 'Georgia'"><span style="font-size: small">him</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Georgia'"><span style="font-size: small"> to buy the home of your dreams; I know I did</span></span><span style="font-family: 'Georgia'"><span style="font-size: small">.&#8221;</span></span> <span style="font-family: 'Georgia'"><span style="font-size: small">- <strong>Vanessa C.  Bellingham</strong></span></span><strong><span style="font-family: 'Georgia'"><span style="font-size: small">, </span></span><span style="font-family: 'Georgia'"><span style="font-size: small">WA</span></span></strong></p>
<p style="margin-left: 0pt;margin-right: 0pt"><strong><span style="font-family: 'Georgia'"><span style="font-size: small"><a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/fire-pit.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-3120" src="http://realestate.bellingham.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/fire-pit.jpg" alt="" width="518" height="345" /></a></span></span></strong></p>
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<p>&#8220;Rob made our home buying experience so easy. Buying a home sight unseen could have turned out very badly. However, he understood our needs and desires and was able to help us find the perfect home for us from across the country.&#8221; - <strong>Matt and Allison E., Bellingham, WA</strong></p>
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		<description><![CDATA[The City of Bellingham is well known for encouraging and cultivating a vibrant artistic community. Venues like the Mount Baker Theater and Western Washington University host world-class speakers and performers, while small galleries, bars and restaurants display works from the many talented local artists.  However, some of the best works are actually to be found outside, adorning the walls of some of Bellingham&#8217;s most beautiful historic buildings. The walls of the city are host to a unique and varied collection of impressive, sometimes eccentric murals, some of which date back to the 19th ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The City of Bellingham is well known for encouraging and cultivating a vibrant artistic community. Venues like the <strong><a href="http://www.mountbakertheatre.com/" target="_blank">Mount Baker Theater</a></strong> and <strong><a href="http://west.wwu.edu/wwu/subpage.aspx?index=10" target="_blank">Western Washington University</a></strong> host world-class speakers and performers, while small galleries, bars and restaurants display works from the many talented local artists.  However, some of the best works are actually to be found <em>out</em>side, adorning the walls of some of Bellingham&#8217;s most beautiful historic buildings. The walls of the city are host to a unique and varied collection of impressive, sometimes eccentric murals, some of which date back to the 19th century.  The wall art tradition in Bellingham is beloved and ongoing, with older classics carefully protected, and new works anticipated and encouraged.</p>
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<p>Click on the thumbnails below to see the full-size versions. Click <strong><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/rfleroy/BellinghamWallArt02#" target="_blank">here</a></strong> for more full-size pictures from my gallery.</p>

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<p>Follow these links to read Part 1:<a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/rob-leroys-guide-to-bellingham-part-1breakfast/" target="_blank"> <strong>Breakfast</strong></a>, Part 2:<a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/rob-leroys-guide-to-bellingham-part-2-lunch/" target="_blank"> <strong>Lunch</strong></a>, Part 3:<a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/rob-leroys-guide-to-bellingham-part-3-dinner/" target="_blank"> <strong>Dinner</strong></a>, Part 4: <a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/rob-leroy%E2%80%99s-guide-to-bellingham-part-4-dive-bars/" target="_blank"><strong>Dive Bars</strong></a>, Part 5: <a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/rob-leroy%E2%80%99s-guide-to-bellingham-part-5-live-bars/"><strong>Live Bars</strong></a>, Part 6: <a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/rob-leroys-guide-to-bellingham-part-6-classy-pubs/" target="_blank"><strong>Classy </strong><strong>Pubs</strong></a>, Part 7: <a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/rob-leroys-guide-to-bellingham-part-7-hotels/" target="_blank"><strong>Hotels</strong></a></p>
<p>Thanks for reading!  Please leave your comments below. If you have any questions about Bellingham, WA or real estate, in general, please feel free to email <strong><a href="http://www.peoplepond.com/robleroy" target="_blank">Rob LeRoy</a></strong> directly at rob.leroy@exprealty.com or call me at <img src="http://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/space.gif" alt="" width="1" height="1" />206.883.6668</p>
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		<title>Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Your Special Someone</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Dec 2009 04:35:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rob LeRoy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Looking for a last minute gift for your special someone?  Still struggling to figure out what to get for the person who has everything ? I&#8217;m here to help!  Believe me, I know how hard it is to find the perfect gift. Fortunately, I am a master of creativity. In my capacity as Realtor Extraordinaire, I am commonly asked for assistance with some of life&#8217;s biggest decisions. Here are some thoughts for great gift ideas:


How about a nice remodeled craftsman bungalow?
Or maybe a water-view condo with easy beach access?
Perhaps that ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Looking for a last minute gift for your special someone?  Still struggling to figure out what to get for the person who has everything ? I&#8217;m here to help!  Believe me, I know how hard it is to find the perfect gift. Fortunately, I am a master of creativity. In my capacity as Realtor Extraordinaire, I am commonly asked for assistance with some of life&#8217;s biggest decisions. Here are some thoughts for great gift ideas:</p>
<p><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-2755" src="http://realestate.bellingham.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/gift-house-framed.jpg" alt="gift house framed" width="297" height="221" /></p>
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<li>How about a nice remodeled craftsman bungalow?</li>
<li>Or maybe a water-view condo with easy beach access?</li>
<li>Perhaps that Lake Whatcom waterfront estate with a dock for your boat?</li>
<li>Maybe a Fairhaven fixer project?</li>
<li>Maybe a nice little cottage on the water in Birch Bay?</li>
</ul>
<p>Just imagine the surprised and happy looks you&#8217;ll get when they tear the wrapping off of that huge box under the tree on Christmas morning! Just be careful when you try to explain the inherent paradox of Santa coming down the chimney of your house while carrying another house in his sack&#8230;it might get a little messy with the kids. Go ahead and dumb it down for them, if you like&#8230;</p>
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<p>There is still time left to shop! Operators and lightning-fast escrow officers are standing by:</p>
<p>*first 5 callers will receive a free 100 yard spool of giant ribbon! (green, red, or sparkly silver)</p>
<p>Happy Holidays from Rob LeRoy and eXp Realty!  You can reach me any time at 206.883.6668 or by e-mail at rob.leroy@exprealty.com</p>
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		<title>Rob LeRoy&#8217;s Guide to Bellingham, Part 7: Hotels</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2009 04:59:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rob LeRoy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[For part 7 of my Guide to Bellingham, I would like to take a break from talking about the myriad ways with which to fill your days, and instead tell you about where to spend your nights, at least until you&#8217;ve purchased a home of your own. Like most American cities, especially those with major Interstate highways bisecting them, Bellingham has all sorts of overnight lodging options.  We&#8217;ve got everything from four and five-star luxury hotels with water views and swanky wine bars, to flea-ridden, boarded-up shanties with hourly rates.  ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For part 7 of my <strong>Guide to Bellingham</strong>, I would like to take a break from talking about the myriad ways with which to fill your days, and instead tell you about where to spend your nights, at least until you&#8217;ve purchased a home of your own. Like most American cities, especially those with major Interstate highways bisecting them, Bellingham has all sorts of overnight lodging options.  We&#8217;ve got everything from four and five-star luxury hotels with water views and swanky wine bars, to flea-ridden, boarded-up shanties with hourly rates.  It is upon the former that I will dwell here, though there are certainly some entertaining stories to tell about the latter. Not from personal experience, necessarily&#8230;but I know people&#8230;friends of my brother&#8217;s college roommate, as it were. Just kidding. I don&#8217;t even <em>have</em> a brother&#8230;.</p>
<p><strong>The Best Western Lakeway Inn:</strong> Situated right in the middle of town, just off of I-5, the <strong><a href="http://www.bellingham-hotel.com/" target="_blank">Lakeway Inn</a></strong> is not your average Best Western. They&#8217;ve got a high quality restaurant, conference space, a nice indoor pool, and a great bar (<strong><a href="http://www.myspace.com/293624323" target="_blank">Poppe&#8217;s</a></strong> ) with live jazz and one of the best Happy Hours in town.  It is about a 10-15 minute walk to downtown and has easy access to everything.  They also happen to offer special rates to clients of mine who are in town to look for homes&#8230; <strong><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?oe=UTF-8&amp;sourceid=navclient&amp;gfns=1&amp;q=714+Lakeway+Dr+Bellingham,+WA+98229&amp;um=1&amp;ie=UTF-8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=714+Lakeway+Dr,+Bellingham,+WA+98229&amp;gl=us&amp;ei=2b8dS5fnEp3gtAPl1IT4CQ&amp;sa=X&amp;oi=geocode_result&amp;ct=title&amp;resnum=1&amp;ved=0CAoQ8gEwAA" target="_blank">714 Lakeway Dr Bellingham, WA 98229 </a>(360)671-1011</strong></p>
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<div class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 643px"><strong><strong><img src="http://www.bellingham-hotel.com/ContentImages/lakewaylobby1.jpg" alt="The Lakeway Inn" width="633" height="218" /></strong></strong><p class="wp-caption-text">The Lakeway Inn</p></div>
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<p><strong>The Fairhaven Village Inn: </strong>Nestled in the heart of the Old Fairhaven historic district, the <strong><a href="http://www.fairhavenvillageinn.com/index.php?page=rooms_rates" target="_blank">Fairhaven Village Inn</a></strong> is a cozy (22 rooms) and inviting slice of Bellingham history.  The Inn is across the street from the <strong><a href="http://www.cob.org/services/recreation/parks-trails/fairhaven-village-green.aspx" target="_blank">Fairhaven Village Green Park</a></strong>, which features a farmer&#8217;s market, outdoor movies, and several shops and restaurants nearby.  You won&#8217;t have to bother with a car here, as everything you&#8217;ll need is within easy walking distance. Dozens of unique and boutique little restaurants, shops and walking paths are right outside the door. If you do feel like a drive, downtown Bellingham is just 5-minutes to the north, as is Western Washington University, with the fabled <a href="http://www.experiencewa.com/scenic-byways/chuckanut-drive.aspx" target="_blank"><strong>Chuckanut Drive</strong></a> beginning it&#8217;s long and winding road just a few short miles to the south. <strong><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1200+10th+St+Ste+101+Bellingham,+WA+98225&amp;oe=utf-8&amp;rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&amp;client=firefox-a&amp;um=1&amp;ie=UTF-8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=1200+10th+St,+Bellingham,+WA+98225&amp;gl=us&amp;ei=sb8dS-q5DIXMsQPxv5D5CQ&amp;sa=X&amp;oi=geocode_result&amp;ct=title&amp;resnum=1&amp;ved=0CAgQ8gEwAA" target="_blank">1200 10th St, Bellingham, WA 98225</a><span> (360) 733-1311</span></strong></p>
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<p><strong><span>The Chrysalis Inn and Spa: </span></strong><span>If you want luxury and unparalleled pampering, try the <strong><a href="http://www.thechrysalisinn.com/" target="_blank">Chrysalis Inn</a></strong>, also in Fairhaven.  Overlooking Bellingham Bay, the Chrysalis features the very finest of everything. The restaurant and wine bar, <strong><a href="http://www.thechrysalisinn.com/fino-wine-bar.php" target="_blank">Fino</a></strong>, is fantastic, and the views are breathtaking, looking west over the Fairhaven boardwalk, Bellingham Bay and the San Juan Islands.  And then there&#8217;s the spa&#8230;.Spending a day here will add years to your life, leaving you feeling younger and more vibrant than ever, like a real-life Benjamin Button&#8230; a character whose movie, ironically, took <em>away</em> what felt like years of my life&#8230;</span>(Awwww&#8230;I kid David Fincher. It was pretty good&#8230;but 2 1/2 hours? Really? I finished <em>college</em> in less time than that!)<strong><a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;ct=res&amp;cd=1&amp;ved=0CAsQFDAA&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fmaps.google.com%2Fmaps%3Foe%3DUTF-8%26sourceid%3Dnavclient%26gfns%3D1%26q%3D804%2B10th%2BStreet%2BBellingham%2C%2BWA%2B98225%26um%3D1%26ie%3DUTF-8%26hq%3D%26hnear%3D804%2B10th%2BSt%2C%2BBellingham%2C%2BWA%2B98225%26gl%3Dus%26ei%3Dl8IdS4CdAYfosQPshp3uCQ%26sa%3DX%26oi%3Dgeocode_result%26ct%3Dtitle%26resnum%3D1%26ved%3D0CAwQ8gEwAA&amp;ei=l8IdS4CdAYfosQPshp3uCQ&amp;usg=AFQjCNFsgGrT1rqhzT_bOR19g9qIwSdV3g&amp;sig2=vg9vjdVOsJBrFdcCQ1D6UA" target="_blank"> 804 10th Street Bellingham, WA 98225</a> (360) 756-1005</strong></p>
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<p><strong>The Hotel Bellwether: </strong>Well, you can tell right off the bat that this place is pretty swanky&#8230;the name just <em>sounds</em> fancy.  Anytime you say the word &#8220;hotel&#8221; before the actual name, you know it&#8217;s gonna be nice&#8230;and expensive. the <a href="http://www.hotelbellwether.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Hotel Bellwethe</strong></a>r is both. Situated on Bellingham Bay (almost literally) the Bellwether is a classic luxury hotel in every way.  With grand rooms, an outstanding restaurant,  the popular <strong><a href="http://www.harborsidebistro.com/" target="_blank">Harborside Bistro</a></strong> (whose talented young chef happens to be a close friend) and a location that defines the word &#8220;exceptional&#8221;, the Hotel Bellwether is the kind of place you&#8217;ll want to include in your boring family slide-shows for years to come. Stay there for the weekend&#8230;remember it for a lifetime.  <a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;ct=res&amp;cd=1&amp;ved=0CAsQFDAA&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fmaps.google.com%2Fmaps%3Foe%3DUTF-8%26sourceid%3Dnavclient%26gfns%3D1%26q%3DOne%2BBellwether%2BWay%2C%2BBellingham%2BWA%2B98225%26um%3D1%26ie%3DUTF-8%26hq%3D%26hnear%3D1%2BBellwether%2BWay%2C%2BBellingham%2C%2BWA%26gl%3Dus%26ei%3DWs8dS7K7JpDosQO8mOCBCg%26sa%3DX%26oi%3Dgeocode_result%26ct%3Dtitle%26resnum%3D1%26ved%3D0CAwQ8gEwAA&amp;ei=Ws8dS7K7JpDosQO8mOCBCg&amp;usg=AFQjCNFyg24kqpEiY9O6LIaCY5rDRdyBJw&amp;sig2=QHri4iqk4oSF6yJBHhaqsQ" target="_blank"><strong>One Bellwether Way, Bellingham WA 98225</strong></a><strong> (360) 392-3100</strong></p>
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<p>Follow these links to read Part 1:<a href="../rob-leroys-guide-to-bellingham-part-1breakfast/" target="_blank"> Breakfast</a>, Part 2:<a href="../rob-leroys-guide-to-bellingham-part-2-lunch/" target="_blank"> Lunch</a>, Part 3:<a href="../rob-leroys-guide-to-bellingham-part-3-dinner/" target="_blank"> Dinner</a>, Part 4: <a href="../rob-leroy%E2%80%99s-guide-to-bellingham-part-4-dive-bars/" target="_blank">Dive Bars</a>, Part 5: <a href="../rob-leroy%E2%80%99s-guide-to-bellingham-part-5-live-bars/">Live Bars</a>, Part 6: <a href="../rob-leroys-guide-to-bellingham-part-6-classy-pubs/" target="_blank">Classy Pubs</a></p>
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		<title>Rob LeRoy&#8217;s Guide to Bellingham, Part 6: Classy Pubs</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Bellingham bar scene has much to offer. There are great dive bars if you like to play pool, and great places to go see live music, but sometimes you just want a place to chill out and meet some people, or lay your weary head on a nice, wooden bar. That&#8217;s when you need a good pub, or maybe a swanky cocktail lounge. When it&#8217;s time to raise a glass with old friends, or get to know some new ones, nothing beats a good pub.  Whether your personal poison ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Bellingham bar scene has much to offer. There are great dive bars if you like to play pool, and great places to go see live music, but sometimes you just want a place to chill out and meet some people, or lay your weary head on a nice, wooden bar. That&#8217;s when you need a good pub, or maybe a swanky cocktail lounge. When it&#8217;s time to raise a glass with old friends, or get to know some new ones, nothing beats a good pub.  Whether your personal poison of preference be beer, wine or spirits, it is a comfort to us all to know a warm, inviting place to find it.  My palate tends to lean in the direction of beer, light or dark, domestic or imported, though I do have a special place in my <span style="text-decoration: line-through">liver </span>heart for Canadian whiskey, the great gift of our neighbors to the North.  Years of exuberant experience have left me with a pretty good handle on the particulars of Bellingham&#8217;s many offerings. These are my favorites&#8230;in no particular order.</p>
<div class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 606px"><img src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_mOa13vYkcAM/Svns5P_J0HI/AAAAAAAACGk/CUs4A4kttNo/s912/IMG_1894.JPG" alt="Uisce Irish Pub" width="596" height="323" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Uisce Irish Pub</p></div>
<p><strong>Uisce:</strong> OK, this one is my favorite, so I guess there is <em>some</em> particular order&#8230;  <strong><a href="http://www.uisceirishpub.com/" target="_blank">Uisce</a></strong> (pronounced &#8220;ISH-kuh,&#8221;, the Irish word for &#8220;whiskey&#8221;) is a glorious Irish pub in downtown Bellingham. Opened just a few years ago by native Bellinghamster Molly McGarry and her Irish-native husband, David, Uisce is a classic Irish pub, repleat with hardwood floors, a fire place, church pew benches, and a wide range of Irish and English beers on tap, not to mention a solid collection of The Pogues on the jukebox.  Lots of whiskey, too, of course&#8230;and darts. <strong><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?oe=UTF-8&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;q=1319+Commercial+St.,+Bellingham,+WA+98225&amp;fb=1&amp;gl=us&amp;hnear=1319+Commercial+St.,+Bellingham,+WA+98225&amp;hl=en&amp;view=map&amp;cid=1506649172758486089&amp;iwloc=A&amp;ved=0CBAQpQY&amp;sa=X&amp;ei=kQQWS4CqGIPMowSUyeiWDQ" target="_blank">1319 Commercial St., Bellingham, WA 98225 </a> (360) 738-7939</strong></p>
<div class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 608px"><img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_mOa13vYkcAM/SvntBlIMrqI/AAAAAAAABhw/kh8awEKwWR0/s640/IMG_1929.JPG" alt="The Copper Hog" width="598" height="448" /><p class="wp-caption-text">The Copper Hog</p></div>
<p><strong>The Copper Hog: </strong>Another newbie to downtown Bellingham, <strong><a href="http://thecopperhog.com/" target="_blank">The Copper Hog</a></strong> is a European-style gastro pub with a rotating selection of 15+ beers from around the world, as well as a full bar.  Their menu is varied and enticing, and the atmosphere is cool, dim and classy, without being pretentious. They offer darts and free wi-fi, as well as limited outdoor seating in the warmer months.  The building The copper Hog occupies is about 100 years old, as evidenced by the beautiful woodwork and the rather creepy 19th Century asylum-esque bathrooms.  I mean &#8220;creepy&#8221; in the nicest possible way&#8230; <strong><span><span><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?oe=UTF-8&amp;sourceid=navclient&amp;gfns=1&amp;q=1327+N+State+St.+Bellingham,+WA+98225&amp;um=1&amp;ie=UTF-8&amp;hq=&amp;hnear=1327+N+State+St,+Bellingham,+WA+98225&amp;gl=us&amp;ei=yA4WS7jpDsjYnAe6yMjWBg&amp;sa=X&amp;oi=geocode_result&amp;ct=title&amp;resnum=1&amp;ved=0CAgQ8gEwAA" target="_blank">1327 N State St. Bellingham, WA 98225</a> (360) 927-7888</span></span></strong></p>
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<p><strong>Nimbus:</strong> Though known more for its innovative gourmet food menu, <strong><a href="http://www.nimbusrestaurant.com/" target="_blank">Nimbus</a></strong> is unique in that it sits atop the tallest building in downtown Bellingham, the Bellingham Tower.  From 14 stories above the city (ok&#8230;big small-town), the views from Nimbus are unparalleled.  With windows on three sides, the views make Nimbus is a great place for before, during, or after dinner cocktails, especially if you&#8217;re on a date&#8230; The custom blown-glass tap handles on the rotating beer selection add a cool, artsy touch to an altogether classy atmosphere.  The garlic French fries pair quite nicely with the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smithwick%27s" target="_blank">Smithwick&#8217;s</a> draught, I must say&#8230; <strong> </strong><span><span><strong><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?oe=UTF-8&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;q119%20N%20Commercial%20St%20#%201500%20Bellingham,%20WA%2098225=1319+Commercial+St.,+Bellingham,+WA+98225&amp;fb=1&amp;gl=us&amp;hnear=1319+Commercial+St.,+Bellingham,+WA+98225&amp;hl=en&amp;view=map&amp;cid=1506649172758486089&amp;iwloc=A&amp;ved=0CBAQpQY&amp;sa=X&amp;ei=kQQWS4CqGIPMowSUyeiWDQ" target="_blank">119 N Commercial St # 1500 Bellingham, WA 98225</a> (360) 676-1307</strong></span></span></p>
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<div class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 421px"><strong><strong><img src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_mOa13vYkcAM/SwIPbtjCaxI/AAAAAAAABjk/i0hvLc-tGZs/s512/IMG_1441.JPG" alt="Archer Ale House" width="411" height="548" /></strong></strong><p class="wp-caption-text">Archer Ale House</p></div>
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<p><strong>The Archer Ale house:</strong> Epitomizing <a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/23-reasons-to-go-to-fairhaven/" target="_blank">Old Fairhaven&#8217;s</a> English atmosphere, <strong><a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-archer-ale-house-bellingham-2" target="_blank">Archer&#8217;s</a></strong> feels the way Cheers would feel, if Cheers were in some quaint little English village. Nestled underground beneath some of Fairhaven&#8217;s most popular boutiques, Archer&#8217;s is warm and cozy, with a good selection of European beers on tap, and a much larger selection of imported bottled beers.  Though the food is known to be a little hit-or-miss, the place is like none other in Bellingham.  The underground setting creates a genial, lively vibe that always feels inviting. They might not know your name, but everybody is in good spirits.<strong> <a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?oe=UTF-8&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;q=1212+10th+St+Bellingham,+WA+98225&amp;fb=1&amp;gl=us&amp;hnear=1212+10th+St+Bellingham,+WA+98225&amp;hl=en&amp;view=map&amp;cid=8634981510238401640&amp;iwloc=A&amp;ved=0CBAQpQY&amp;sa=X&amp;ei=xhMWS-eQDJXUtAPSjqmCDQ" target="_blank"><span>1212 10th St</span><span> Bellingham</span>, <span>WA</span> <span>98225</span></a><span> (360) 647-7002</span></strong></p>
<p>Follow these links to read Part 1:<a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/rob-leroys-guide-to-bellingham-part-1breakfast/" target="_blank"> Breakfast</a>, Part 2:<a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/rob-leroys-guide-to-bellingham-part-2-lunch/" target="_blank"> Lunch</a>, Part 3:<a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/rob-leroys-guide-to-bellingham-part-3-dinner/" target="_blank"> Dinner</a>, Part 4: <a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/rob-leroy%E2%80%99s-guide-to-bellingham-part-4-dive-bars/" target="_blank">Dive Bars</a>, Part 5: <a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/rob-leroy%E2%80%99s-guide-to-bellingham-part-5-live-bars/">Live Bars</a>, Part 6: <a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/rob-leroys-guide-to-bellingham-part-6-classy-pubs/" target="_blank">Classy Pubs</a><a href="http://realestate.bellingham.net/rob-leroy%E2%80%99s-guide-to-bellingham-part-5-live-bars/"><br />
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<p>Thanks for reading!  Please leave your comments below. I appreciate your feedback! If you have any questions about Bellingham, Seattle, or real estate in general, please feel free to email <strong><a href="http://www.peoplepond.com/robleroy" target="_blank">Rob LeRoy</a></strong> directly at rob.leroy@exprealty.com or call me at <img src="http://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/space.gif" alt="" width="1" height="1" />206.883.6668</p>
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