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Best Beach Town: Seabrook

By Seattle Mag November 22, 2024

A coastal residential neighborhood at sunset, featuring a variety of colorful houses, trees, and parked cars along winding streets with the picturesque Pacific coastline in the background.
Photo courtesy of Seabrook

This article originally appeared in the November/December 2024 issue of Seattle magazine.

We asked. You answered. Our annual Readers’ Choice awards highlights the best of the city in numerous categories. From neighborhoods to restaurants and all in-between, these are your picks about what makes the city tick.

Nestled along the picturesque Pacific coastline, Seabrook is noted for its New England-style cottages and walkable streets. Outdoor activities include surfing, hiking, and biking. The town is an especially attractive destination for families, with an array of parks and playgrounds. Seabrook is also home to many local events and festivals, as well as local shops, galleries and restaurants.

Hot Tip

During the off-season (think late spring or early fall), you’ll find fewer crowds and generally better rates on accommodations.

Staff Pick

Whidbey Island’s Double Bluff Beach is not only gorgeous and pristine, but transports you to a place and time where real sandy beaches still exist. — Jonathan Sposato, CEO

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