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A close-knit, unincorporated community of just a shade over 1,500, Orondo is in northwestern Douglas County on the eastern shore of the Columbia River. Set in the scenic north central portion of the Evergreen State, Orondo, Washington is nestled in a landscape that epitomizes the region’s famed contrasts, with the snow-capped Cascades overlooking a terrain that’s an eclectic mix of sagebrush, desert and lush, fragrant orchards. With the Columbia River so close at hand, there’s also a wealth of waterfront Orondo, Washington real estate to choose from.
Lying around 20 minutes north of downtown East Wenatchee, Orondo is roughly equidistant between Seattle and Spokane. The popular resort and recreation area along the banks of Lake Chelan is also just a short half-hour’s drive away.
Orondo has its own attractions, however, the most famous of which would be the Desert Canyon Golf Resort. Golf Digest has dubbed the resort’s 18-hole Desert Canyon course to be the #1 resort course in Washington state and the second best-conditioned course in the country. With a course rating of 73.9 and a slope rating of 134, the Desert Canyon guarantees fun, challenging golf in the unique desert surroundings of Orondo.
Other nearby attractions include the Daroga State Park which sprawls over 90 acres along the Columbia River. The park features camping areas and facilities, as well as access to various water sports. Visitors will also have the chance to do some fishing and wildlife viewing.
If you’d like to make Orondo, Washington real estate your home, contact the experts of the Davidson Team at (509) 293-2214 or send an e-mail to info@wenatcheehouses.com.
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