Burton blends tide-to-table living with small-town ease on the sheltered shores of Quartermaster Harbor. Set on the Burton Peninsula at the south end of Vashon in King County, it offers an island pace with practical connections. Commuters hop Washington State Ferries to Seattle or Tacoma and come home to paddle-friendly waters, quiet lanes, and a community that knows its neighbors.
Weekends here lean outdoorsy. Locals launch kayaks and SUPs from Jensen Point, wander shoreline paths, and watch herons patrol the shallows, with parks and waterfront access maintained by the Vashon Park District. A short drive brings you to Maury Island Marine Park’s pebbled beaches and big-sky views of the Sound and the Olympics. In town, the Saturday farmers market brims with island-grown produce, cider, and flowers, and cafés double as conversation hubs after school and work.
Families appreciate the well-regarded Vashon Island School District, home to Chautauqua Elementary, McMurray Middle School, and Vashon Island High, while the arts scene shines with performances, classes, and exhibits at Vashon Center for the Arts. Housing in Burton runs from historic beach cottages to forest retreats and modern homes with harbor views, giving movers options across styles and budgets.
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