A Woodland retreat with seclusion and privacy awaits you in the desirable Machias Ridge East neighborhood of Snohomish County. Step into your own private oasis of 5 acres of forest, hiking trails and over 600 plantings of Rhododendrons to delight you in the spring. Meander down one of the trails to Panther Creek and see if the salmon are running. Established gardens are ready for your hand at growing your own vegetables and fruits to really experience country living at its best. This home is looking for your touch to update over 1800 sq. ft. of space. It offers one level of living, just one flight of stairs up from the entry and a fully finished lower level with its own outside access. The upper level includes a living room with vaulted ceilings, large windows that invite the outside in giving you Tree House living effect, dining area, eat-in-kitchen, primary en-suite and 2 guest rooms, a hall bath. A cozy wood-burning stove is in the living room with wood already on site to fuel your winter fire. The lower level includes a large recreation room, laundry room with a ¾ bath, perfect for an In-Law suite with its own entrance. A two-car garage completes this home with established work and storage space. This property also has a large RV carport with storage and a small workshop area. This PNW neighborhood is just 15 minutes to shopping and entertainment in the Historic Town of Snohomish, I-5, Hwy 9 and Hwy2, your gateway to unsurpassed recreation opportunities.