Rockhood
$5,690,000List price
4 bed · 5 bath · 7,057 sq ft
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5454 194th Avenue SE · Issaquah, WA 98027

Source: NWMLS · Windermere Real Estate/East · John A. Kritsonis #NWM2532178

About this home

Known affectionately as "Issaquah Castle," this singular estate crowns its own hilltop above the forest canopy, custom-built by original owner & never before offered to the public. Panoramic views of Lake Sammamish and the Cascades unfold from every angle, while a deep stand of trees and custom gate create a sense of seclusion that feels worlds away. Through a bird's eye view, beyond the estate's orchard is the Cougar Mountain Zoo with its incredible endangered species as a reminder of the beauty of the natural world. Inside this legacy estate, pointed arches, cathedral ceilings and marble & granite details throughout establish an interior of genuine architectural distinction. At the center, a 2-story great room is wrapped in glass, with a grand stone fireplace & presided over by a mezzanine balcony with a custom spiral staircase connecting the levels. Arched doorways lead to a formal dining room beneath a gilded chandelier. Spa-caliber bathrooms feature jetted tubs, stone vessel sinks & arched windows framing the treetops. Two ADA-accessible entries open to two self-contained floors, each designed for independent living with their own professional kitchens. A large capacity wine cellar & ample parking make this an unrivaled venue for grand entertaining. A soaring 60-foot tower completes this one-of-a-kind estate. The large lot offers potential for development. Just minutes from I-90, charming Issaquah downtown, premier shopping/dining in Bellevue & direct access to Seattle.

Location

Basics

Property type
Single Family Residence
Style
3 Story
Year built
1996
Lot size
72,969 sq ft (1.68 acres)
County
King
MLS #
NWM2532178

Interior

Heating
Radiant, Recirculation Pump
Cooling
None
Flooring
Granite, Marble, Stone
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
Fireplace
2 · Gas, Wood Burning
Interior features
Second Kitchen, Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Hot Tub/Spa, Jetted Tub, Loft, Pantry, Sauna, Security System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Wine Cellar, Wine/Beverage Refrigerator, Wired for Generator
Entry level
Main

Exterior & lot

Exterior features
Cement/Concrete, Stone, Stucco
Roof
Metal, Tile
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Lot features
Open Space, Paved, Secluded, Value In Land
Topography
Level,Partial Slope,Terraces
View
City, Lake, Mountains, Territorial
Waterfront
No

Parking

Parking spaces
27
Garage
Yes (attached)
Covered spaces
2
Parking features
Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street, RV Parking

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected
Power
Electric, Natural Gas, See Remarks

Community & fees

Subdivision
Cougar Mountain
Property tax
$27,105 (2026)

Transaction

Listed on
Jun 4, 2026
Days on market
108
Price per sq ft
$806
Listing terms
Cash, Conventional
Possession
Closing, Negotiable

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Schools

School district: Issaquah

Elementary
Sunset Elem
Middle
Issaquah Mid
High
Issaquah High School
SchoolDigger 5 stars · Top 4% in WA

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Listing provided courtesy of: Windermere Real Estate/East

Listing agent: John A. Kritsonis.

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Data last updated 2026-07-01.