At Suncadia, you step out of urban life and into something that’s all too rare: a place where you know your neighbors instead of just passing them on the way to work. And as visits become longer and more frequent, you get to know the people who help shape Suncadia into a community you hold close to your heart. This column celebrates the Suncadia staff who play a role in the way residents and guests enjoy their time here. Some might be familiar faces or names, and others will be new to you. This week, we chat with Michael Ramirez, Manager of Resort Activities. He puts the fun in Funcadia.
This is Me
I am originally from Ballard in Seattle. I graduated from Central Washington University in 2015 with a Recreation & Tourism Degree and was immediately
There’s much to do in Suncadia in the fall season, from hiking and taking in the explosion of color in the forest to Harvest Festival. For those seeking to unwind, there’s Glade Spring Spa, a sanctuary of calm and relaxation built to reflect the spectacular natural landscape that defines Suncadia.
Stop by the Spa on Saturdays from 3:00pm to 5:00pm for Sparkle Hour, during which time guests can soak in the pools, detox in the sauna and steam room, and try the signature cocktail featuring Dry Sparkling Fuji Apple & Vanilla. Think of Saturdays at the spa as Glade Spring’s version of happy hour! Sparkle Hour is sponsored by Dry Soda, a Seattle-based company that makes soda with culinary-inspired flavors.
At Suncadia, you step out of urban life and into something that’s all too rare: a place where you know your neighbors instead of just passing them on the way to work. And as visits become longer and more frequent, you get to know the people who help shape Suncadia into a community you hold close to your heart. This column celebrates the Suncadia staff who play a role in the way residents and guests enjoy their time here. Some might be familiar faces or names, and others will be new to you. This week, we chat with Heidi Hansen, Director of Property Management.
How did you end up at Suncadia?
I am originally from Minnesota and spent the last 28 years in the Idaho/Wyoming area. I was actively looking to make a career move and found the Director of
Held on October 6 -7 and 13-14 at Suncadia’s Historic Nelson Farm and returning for a 13th year, Harvest Fest celebrates the arrival of autumn with activities, crafts, food and games for the entire family.
Wander the pumpkin patch, aim your bow and arrow and practice some pumpkin archery, and take a wagon or pony ride with the little ones. Kids can get crafty with some hands-on activities and visit the petting zoo. Guest of all ages can shop for yummy treats from the food trucks and fall-inspired gifts at the Market.
Want to hear some tunes while you explore the hay maze and hay pyramid? Don’t miss live music powered by Chinook Entertainment from 10-11:30am, 12:30-2:00pm and 3:30- 5pm. A corn hole competition goes down at noon, and for 21+
Imagine living close enough to championship golf courses and 40 miles of trails, to restaurants and a winery, a top-notch spa and a swim center. Now imagine having all that plus some of the best views in all of Suncadia. That’s what the Vista Collection offers, a limited number of homesites that look out to endless vistas of towering trees and snow-covered peaks from the backyard, from the front door, or from just about every window. River Ridge is a gated enclave for active adventurers, a place where stepping out your front door means miles of trails that lead deep into the woods and to the rushing Cle Elum river. Even better, the recently opened Nelson Farm pool is minutes away. At River Ridge, you can be savoring the peace of fishing in the river at
Just 80 miles from the city, Suncadia is a place where the mountain air tastes fresher and the sunny days are more frequent. Suncadia residents will tell you that becoming an owner gives your family a unique legacy—a getaway and a homecoming, all at once. If you’ve ever dreamt of finally owning your very own mountain home here, you should plan to visit Suncadia between September 15 to 16 for a weekend long Home Tour.
On Saturday, the tour takes place from 10am to noon and will highlight six homes in Prospector’s Reach. Set alongside Suncadia Trail and near the heart of Suncadia—on the exact spot where surveyors staked their claim in 1886—the neighborhood’s homes are a stone’s throw from the Prospector Golf Course, the Swim & Fitness Center and, of
If finding the perfect Suncadia property is a dream come true, then finding the right person to make that happen is equally important. At Suncadia, we have a team of brokers who are as passionate about the resort and community they work at as they are about helping families find their dream home.
Building a custom designed house probably ranks high on every homeowner’s dream list. At Suncadia, we know how important it is for members of our community to build a home they will love for years to come, one that fits their lifestyle and that they are happy to come home to weekend after weekend. That’s why we have partnered with some of the best home builders in Washington. We also have a team of brokers who are as passionate about the resort and community
We can’t take credit for our spectacular natural backdrop, but our amenities and facilities? We built those for you, with family-friendly luxury in mind. We make sure every golf course, court, pool, and trail on our property is beautifully built and well-maintained, so every round, match, swim and walk in the park is as enjoyable as possible. Here, Pat Simpson, Director of Community Associations, tells us about our beloved Dawson Park.
Park history
Dawson Park is named in honor of James Dawson, a land planner, architect and environmentalist who has worked in the design and conception of Suncadia continuously since 1996 when planning for the community began in earnest. Jim's contributions to Suncadia are immeasurable. His ideas, integrity and
Spanning 2,600 acres of the Northwest’s finest natural woodlands, and most engaging recreational and hospitality amenities, Tumble Creek is separated from the grand Suncadia landscape by the many miles of open space and the five miles of Cle Elum River frontage. Tumble Creek’s residential privileges include Suncadia’s 10 square miles of hiking trails, parks and vast family resort and golf amenities.
Then there’s the Tumble Creek Club, a golf and social membership with established and growing privileges. Its highly desirable amenities feature award-winning golf, gourmet dining and socializing at The Golf House & Grill, wellness activities at the Hill House swim and fitness center, and family camping at Sasse Mt. Outpost.
You’ve probably heard about River Ridge. Nestled within Nelson Preserve, this gated Suncadia enclave is everything you love about our community, with miles of trails leading deep into the woods and to the flowing river where rainbow trout swim wildly. We are excited to announce the release of a limited number of new river view homesites that offer some of the very best vistas in all of Suncadia. At River Ridge, you can be savoring the peace of fishing in the river at sunrise, head to the new Nelson Farm Pool for splashy fun and a BBQ with the neighbors at noon, and join new friends for a family soccer game at sunset.
Owning at Suncadia gives your family a unique legacy—a getaway and a homecoming, all at once. Here, you and your family can discover
