11859 S Riverwood Rd, Portland, OR 97219

Fewer than 30 homes rest on the bank of the Willamette River in Dunthorpe, one of the most coveted neighborhoods on the West Coast. What sets this estate apart from all others: a pool at the river's edge, framed by a half acre of immaculate terraced gardens, a grand lawn, & rose gardens behind a gated, private entrance. Originally built in 1960 and essentially newly rebuilt in 2006, this home was reimagined into something far more grand, with the craftsmanship and detail of a generational estate. It announces itself with a soaring two-story great room anchored by hand-hewn log beams sourced from the Columbia Slough and walls of glass facing the river. The kitchen and family room flow seamlessly outside to a heated, covered balcony with a wood-burning fireplace & built-in grill: the kind of indoor-outdoor setup that makes Oregon's four seasons feel like an invitation. The exterior has been freshly detailed with newly painted window frames and doors. On the main level, an art room, en...