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8400 Old Highway 99 SE Tumwater, WA 98501

Welcome home! 2,613 sf, 3 BRs & 1.75 baths on main; desirable open floor plan, walk-out basement with M-I-L potential, sited on 5 acres of prime farm land with multiple outbuildings in close-in, convenient location!
Welcome home! 2,613 sf, 3 BRs & 1.75 baths on main; desirable open floor plan, walk-out basement with M-I-L potential, sited on 5 acres of prime farm land with multiple outbuildings in close-in, convenient location!
Lovely gate welcomes you - Bush Prairie Farm is part of original & historic 640 ac George Bush Settlement - own a treasured piece of local history!
Lovely gate welcomes you - Bush Prairie Farm is part of original & historic 640 ac George Bush Settlement - own a treasured piece of local history!
From overhead - at center is a row of century-old apple trees - so old that they pre-date the WSU Extension Svc variety identity, & they are still producing! You can see the huge fenced garden area, and to the right of the hoop houses you'll find a kiwi orchard, hop garden, raspberry & blueberry gardens, and a fruit orchard with apples, pears and peaches. Near the home are the beloved grand old butternut trees, descended from a butternut brought from Missouri by the Bush family in 1845.
From overhead - at center is a row of century-old apple trees - so old that they pre-date the WSU Extension Svc variety identity, & they are still producing! You can see the huge fenced garden area, and to the right of the hoop houses you'll find a kiwi orchard, hop garden, raspberry & blueberry gardens, and a fruit orchard with apples, pears and peaches. Near the home are the beloved grand old butternut trees, descended from a butternut brought from Missouri by the Bush family in 1845.
Love the clean classic lines of this home on 5 acres!
Love the clean classic lines of this home on 5 acres!
Covered front porch welcomes you and your guests.
Covered front porch welcomes you and your guests.
Inside, the home is an inviting mix of classic features and pleasant updates. Original fireplace has been converted to gas, huge windows bring in abundant natural light and gorgeous pastoral views.
Inside, the home is an inviting mix of classic features and pleasant updates. Original fireplace has been converted to gas, huge windows bring in abundant natural light and gorgeous pastoral views.
Desirable open floor plan shares light and views throughout living room, dining and kitchen.
Desirable open floor plan shares light and views throughout living room, dining and kitchen.
Huge kitchen - perfect size for farm living, right?! Stainless appliances, gas cooking, and 'acres' of granite-topped workspace.
Huge kitchen - perfect size for farm living, right?! Stainless appliances, gas cooking, and 'acres' of granite-topped workspace.
Another view of this oh-so-spacious, open kitchen.               [Virtual Tours]
Another view of this oh-so-spacious, open kitchen. [Virtual Tours]
Dining room offers more of the beautiful views and access to the expansive entertaining deck.
Dining room offers more of the beautiful views and access to the expansive entertaining deck.
Pretty, peaceful primary suite has luxuriously cozy heated floors!
Pretty, peaceful primary suite has luxuriously cozy heated floors!
Another view of your primary retreat with ensuite 3/4 bath.
Another view of your primary retreat with ensuite 3/4 bath.
Primary bath offers a double vanity, marmoleum floors and a large shower.
Primary bath offers a double vanity, marmoleum floors and a large shower.
One of two good-sized additional bedrooms.
One of two good-sized additional bedrooms.
One of two good-sized additional bedrooms, this one is currently in use as office and sewing room.
One of two good-sized additional bedrooms, this one is currently in use as office and sewing room.
Hall full bath offers great storage, marmoleum floors, large vanity and tub shower.
Hall full bath offers great storage, marmoleum floors, large vanity and tub shower.
Even the basement has big windows to capture the gorgeous territorial views.
Even the basement has big windows to capture the gorgeous territorial views.
Basement kitchen.
Basement kitchen.
Basement dining space.
Basement dining space.
Sellers have enjoyed their basement in its classic style - note the added wood burning insert to make it extra cozy! This level offers family room, 2nd kitchen w/dining space, 3/4 bath and an additional finished sewing/craft/storage room and could potentially become a great M-I-L space.
Sellers have enjoyed their basement in its classic style - note the added wood burning insert to make it extra cozy! This level offers family room, 2nd kitchen w/dining space, 3/4 bath and an additional finished sewing/craft/storage room and could potentially become a great M-I-L space.
Basement 3/4 bath / laundry combination.
Basement 3/4 bath / laundry combination.
Large 'trex' deck - room to entertain a crowd!
Large 'trex' deck - room to entertain a crowd!
Dining room to the right, pastures ahead and to the left - this grand butternut tree is descended from an original tree brought from Missouri by the Bush family in 1845.
Dining room to the right, pastures ahead and to the left - this grand butternut tree is descended from an original tree brought from Missouri by the Bush family in 1845.
Large entertaining deck provides access to lower patio and back yard/acreage beyond. Don't miss the on-demand generator. Whether on the deck or patio, what a great place to soak up the sun or gaze at the stars.
Large entertaining deck provides access to lower patio and back yard/acreage beyond. Don't miss the on-demand generator. Whether on the deck or patio, what a great place to soak up the sun or gaze at the stars.
1,080sf shop has its own electrical service & meter. Inside, you'll find a walk-in cool room and a seed germination room, along with great storage. The previous owner had cattle and housed them here.
1,080sf shop has its own electrical service & meter. Inside, you'll find a walk-in cool room and a seed germination room, along with great storage. The previous owner had cattle and housed them here.
Wonderful double coop - separate the roosters to one, or raise chickens and turkeys - lots of options here.
Wonderful double coop - separate the roosters to one, or raise chickens and turkeys - lots of options here.
Just two of several growing enclosures on this historical farm.
Just two of several growing enclosures on this historical farm.
Huge fenced garden area has a variety of produce!
Huge fenced garden area has a variety of produce!
This huge stump is what's left of the 'jewel' of this property, a grand 174 yr old butternut tree, brought from Missouri by the Bush family in 1845. The owners were broken-hearted when a windstorm took the tree down a few years back, and were elated to see a new descendant tree growing out of the rubble! You’ll find 2 more grand old descendants of the original tree, one as you travel the driveway in front, and one just to the rear of the home.
This huge stump is what's left of the 'jewel' of this property, a grand 174 yr old butternut tree, brought from Missouri by the Bush family in 1845. The owners were broken-hearted when a windstorm took the tree down a few years back, and were elated to see a new descendant tree growing out of the rubble! You’ll find 2 more grand old descendants of the original tree, one as you travel the driveway in front, and one just to the rear of the home.
A close up view of the large kiwi orchard - on its way to producing another bumper crop this year!
A close up view of the large kiwi orchard - on its way to producing another bumper crop this year!
A close-up of the hop garden - the kiwis and hops are just two of many varieties of produce you're sure to enjoy!
A close-up of the hop garden - the kiwis and hops are just two of many varieties of produce you're sure to enjoy!
In front is the well house, the building behind is currently used for storage.
In front is the well house, the building behind is currently used for storage.
These pathways through the beautiful pasture - some revealing Mt Rainier views, are a favorite strolling spot for the owners. The adjacent parcels to the south of the property will never be developed, so this country character will remain for you to enjoy!
These pathways through the beautiful pasture - some revealing Mt Rainier views, are a favorite strolling spot for the owners. The adjacent parcels to the south of the property will never be developed, so this country character will remain for you to enjoy!
She was feeling kind of hazy on photo day, but you can see a glimpse of our beautiful Mt Rainier at the center of this photo - a beloved sight for the current owners of this great property!
She was feeling kind of hazy on photo day, but you can see a glimpse of our beautiful Mt Rainier at the center of this photo - a beloved sight for the current owners of this great property!
An overhead look at your lovely & close-in country lifestyle property. The home features rooftop solar, on-demand generator, ductless heating/cooling and dual pane windows for efficiency and peace of mind.
An overhead look at your lovely & close-in country lifestyle property. The home features rooftop solar, on-demand generator, ductless heating/cooling and dual pane windows for efficiency and peace of mind.
Whether your goal is community farming or a quiet country lifestyle, your dream starts here!
Whether your goal is community farming or a quiet country lifestyle, your dream starts here!
Aerial view of this special property. With no neighbors to the south, and light-ind warehouses to the north (that are typically active only during M-F business hours) this property is a great balance of close-in convenience and quiet country living.
Aerial view of this special property. With no neighbors to the south, and light-ind warehouses to the north (that are typically active only during M-F business hours) this property is a great balance of close-in convenience and quiet country living.
Own a piece of local history! Large home on 5 acres of prime farmland, harvest ready fruits & veggies, centruy-old apple trees & grand old butternut trees celebrate the heritage of this very special property.
Own a piece of local history! Large home on 5 acres of prime farmland, harvest ready fruits & veggies, centruy-old apple trees & grand old butternut trees celebrate the heritage of this very special property.
NWMLS Courtesy of Van Dorm Realty, Inc
8400 Old Highway 99 SE
Tumwater, WA 98501
$750,000
Residential
3 Beds
2.50 Baths
2613 SqFt
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One of a kind! Part of 1845 George Bush Settlement, this home + 5 acres of prime farmland is the perfect blend of rich history & modern comfort. Home’s open, airy main level features big windows framing sweeping pastoral views, huge granite & stainless kitchen, lovely dining with access to large entertaining deck. Cozy gas fireplace warms living room, while primary suite enjoys heated floors & private ¾ bath. Walk-out basement (MIL?) w/2nd kitchen, family room with fireplace, 3/4 bath. Ductless HVAC, on-demand generator & rooftop solar offer energy efficiency, peace of mind. 1,080sf shop w/separate electrical service & meter has a walk-in cooler, seed grow room, loads of storage/work space. Double poultry coop, hoop houses, outbuildings and, during growing season, watch a wide variety of fruits/vegetables flourish for your harvest. Private well supplies abundant water for home & irrigation of produce. Enjoy quiet walks in pastures with Mt Rainier views, marvel at century-old apple trees & grand old butternut trees! Whether your goal is community farming or quiet country life, all in a close-in convenient location, your dream starts here!
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Property Features

Community: Bush Prairie
Split Entry
View:
View: Partial
View: Territorial
Cable TV
Deck
Fenced-Partially
Gated Entry
Green House
High Speed Internet
Irrigation
Outbuildings
Patio
Propane
RV Parking
Shop
Exterior: Stone
Exterior: Wood
Roof: Composition
Parking: Driveway
Parking: Attached Garage
Parking: RV Parking
Year Built: 1971
2026 Taxes: $5324.00
Buyer Broker Comp.: 2.5%
Listing #: 2491045

Lot Details

Lot Size: 5.00 acres
Dead End Street
Paved

Appliances That Stay

Dishwasher
Dryer
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Washer

Interior

Second Kitchen
Bath Off Primary
Dining Room
Fireplace
Water Heater
Wired for Generator
Dbl Pane/Storm Window
Cooling: Ductless HP-Mini Split
Heating: Ductless HP-Mini Split, Radiant
Electric
Propane
Solar PV
Fireplaces: 2

Schools

District: Tumwater
Elem: Buyer To Verify
Middle: Buyer To Verify
High: Buyer To Verify
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