After the first visit I immediately went back to the entrance to get a membership. Year round the reserve has lovely grounds, several trails to walk and lovely water views. More

Nice place to visit seasonally to capture the natural beauty of the reserve. More

Lovely old estate with Seattle view. Summer retreat for a lumber rich family. Mrs. Bloedel would visit local schools and tell students how they could start their own gorgeous gardens using neighbors' transplants. Summer musical performances. Walking trails. Natural surroundings. Do not expect Buchart Gardens. Recommend visiting gardening store on Miller Rd to learn about Junko H. who established original... More

I went with some girlfriends and had an absolutely wonderful time. The grounds a very well cared for and the gardens beautiful. It was really nice to have the spiral 'book' they offer that has history and information about each area of the estate. One of the nicest things is that they limit access so that everyone can enjoy the... More

Bloedel Reserve is the former estate of Prentice Bloedel. Located on the northern tip of the Island, this mostly wooded acreage is full of beautiful spots. A pond in a bird refuge; a moss garden; a Japanese inspired tea house; the mansion itself. In spring, there are lovely woodland flowers galore, both domesticated and wild--trilliums, rhododendrons, etc. Lot of birds... More

I took my camera out there, and it was spectacular. I loved it. More

Went to see the Paul Hayden Kirk designed Japanese house on the property. Fantastic design and surrounding garden. More

Had a great time walking the grounds. 3 adults and a 3 year old. Loved the gardens. So relaxing. Great for the whole family. Could have spent all day walking around. So many beautiful flowers in bloom. More

Most beautiful grounds ever...the house is cool too, but the gardens and pathways, the trees and ponds, are breathtaking... More