Location: Northeast Seattle
Address: 3659 42nd Ave. N.E.
Acreage: 0.4
I’ve always been interested in that little bit of land that sticks out into Lake Washington, best seen from the 520 Bridge right before you reach the University.
I expected to see amazing waterfront homes (check) and some nice views of the water and mountains (check), but I had no idea Laurelhurstians have been slyly keeping Belvoir Place from the rest of us.
Okay, a lot of lucky homeowners in this area have their own waterfront to enjoy, but for the rest of us, Belvoir Place is a heavenly slice of waterfront property open to all. It’s easy to miss, because the property is narrow near the road, with a dirt path opening up onto a wide lawn that slopes gently down to the water.
The dock is in desperate need of a rebuild, but that didn’t stop us from tiptoeing out to get a better view. This park must be a wonderful spot for a lot of summer activities: swimming, kayaking, canoeing and even fishing.
#237 (Visited 12/17/10)
I lived at 4125 Surber Drive during 1957 when I was in third grade at Laurelhurst Elementary. Was this a park all along? I thought it was our backyard and dock. I used to mow the lawn almost down to the lake. Maybe the parks people owe me some back pay:)
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I tried to find the dock today with two eager young boys with me, but Siri sent me to Lake City Way and we couldn’t find it! We finally went to Matthews Beach, but couldn’t find a dock to fish from. This is a lot better description. Does anyone know if people can still fish there?
Hi Kris,
Sorry to hear you got misdirected! Click on the address link (https://goo.gl/maps/iAuQBoxbFo42) on my post about Belvoir Place and it will show you the directions. It is close to the Center for Urban Horticulture and University Village. The water level is low from the dock, but fishing may still be possible. Thanks!
Linnea