17686 Fjord Drive NE · Poulsbo, WA 98370
Source: NWMLS · Windermere RE West Sound Inc. · Joni Kimmel #NWM2598300
About this home
It is the first time on the market for this custom, Spellman Construction gem known locally as the "Castle on the Fjord". Old-world elegance meets modern luxury in this captivating Victorian, perfectly sited to capture breathtaking views of Liberty Bay, the Olympic Mountains, and spectacular west-facing sunsets. Brimming with charm and exceptional craftsmanship, this distinctive 3-bedroom, 3.25-bath home welcomes you with a stately covered entrance, tasteful landscaping, and timeless architectural details. Inside, soaring ceilings, graceful bay windows, rich hardwood floors, intricate millwork, vintage lighting, and beautiful built-ins create an atmosphere of warmth and sophistication. A stunning formal dining room is perfect for entertaining, while the inviting living room features a handsome propane hearth. The newly updated kitchen blends contemporary convenience with classic style. Upstairs, the gracious primary suite is a romantic retreat with sweeping water and mountain views, a cozy wood fireplace, and a spacious ensuite bath featuring a new soaking tub. Newer guest quarters/studio above the garage offer wonderful flexibility with both interior and private exterior access. Fresh paint, mature fruit trees, RV parking, and sun-drenched grounds add to the appeal. Tucked away in a peaceful setting yet just minutes from downtown Poulsbo, shopping, dining, and ferries, this extraordinary home is a rare blend of timeless beauty, thoughtful updates, and unforgettable views.
Location
Basics
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Style
- Victorian
- Stories
- 2 stories
- Condition
- Very Good
- Year built
- 1988 (renovated 2025)
- Lot size
- 11,761 sq ft (0.27 acres)
- County
- Kitsap
- MLS #
- NWM2598300
Interior
- Heating
- Ductless, Radiant, See Remarks, Wall Furnace
- Cooling
- Ductless
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood, Hardwood, Marble, Carpet
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
- Fireplace
- 2 · Gas, Wood Burning
- Interior features
- Second Kitchen, Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dbl Pane/Storm Window, Dining Room, Fireplace, Fireplace (Primary Bedroom), Pantry, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater, Wired for Generator
- Entry level
- Main
Exterior & lot
- Exterior features
- Brick, Wood
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Lot features
- Dead End Street, Paved, Sidewalk
- Topography
- Level
- View
- Bay, Mountains
- Waterfront
- No
Parking
- Parking spaces
- 2
- Garage
- Yes (attached)
- Covered spaces
- 2
- Parking features
- Driveway, Attached Garage, RV Parking
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Sewer Connected
- Power
- Electric, Propane, Wood
Community & fees
- Subdivision
- Poulsbo
- Property tax
- $9,558 (2026)
Transaction
- Listed on
- Oct 27, 2026
- Days active
- 7
- Price per sq ft
- $412
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Possession
- Closing
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Schools
School district: North Kitsap #400
- Elementary
- Poulsbo Elem
- Middle
- Poulsbo Middle
- High
- North Kitsap High SchoolSchoolDigger 4 stars · Top 13% in WA

Listing provided courtesy of: Windermere RE West Sound Inc.
Listing agent: Joni Kimmel.
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Data last updated 2026-11-03.