Welcome Home to SunRay Shire

Halfway between Seattle, WA, and Vancouver, BC,  SunRay Shire hosts travelers from all over the world and all walks of life who are drawn to the unique structures on the land. The country quiet of the Shire is only 10 minutes from Sedro-Woolley, WA, gateway to the incomparable North Cascades Scenic Highway, and 15 minutes to Mount Vernon, WA, home of the Lincoln Theatre, Skagit Tulip Festival, and many excellent restaurants.
Explore walking trails, mountain views, gardens, apple orchards, and many examples of handcrafted, sculptural homes and structures on this stunning, rugged nine-acre property. The Shire is for those who want to unplug, reconnect with nature, and discover what’s possible to build in harmony with the Earth. SunRay Shire is an immersive, life-changing experience.

The Shire is Calling and I Must Go

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Rejuvenate

Trees, mountains, clean water, earth, and air nourish body and soul. Come breathe, relax, and walk in the beauty of nature.
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Celebrate

Whether you’re celebrating a wedding, a reunion of family and friends, or some other special event, SunRay Shire is a setting like no other.
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Invigorate

Build and inspire the dream in your team at SunRay Shire.  This “out of the world place” can take your workshop or staff development to new heights.
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Meditate

Spaces designed to amaze and connect with more subtle realms, SunRay Shire’s quiet tranquility is the perfect place to explore within and without. 

“This place is a well kept secret doorway to a real Garden of Eden. The land has been loved by the creators of this Shire in such a way that you can feel Mother Earth embrace you and caress your heart.

If you’re in need of a some primal Joy, this is your go to – welcome home!”

-Brian L.M.

★★★★★ Google Review

“I stumbled upon this place by chance and I am so happy I did. The property is gorgeous and so easy to walk around and explore. The houses and cabins are incredible and look like they were pulled out of a storybook. I’ve been twice now and will keep coming back as often as I can.” 

-Calli B.

★★★★★ Google Review

“Incredible structures! An absolute dream to see a vision fulfilled and the ability to experience them. So much gratitude for the experience!”

-KT Media

★★★★★ Google Review

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Lodging

Trees, mountains, clean water, earth, and air nourish body and soul. Come breathe, relax, and walk in the beauty of nature.
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Gatherings

Whether you’re celebrating a wedding, a reunion of family and friends, or some other special event, SunRay Shire is a setting like no other.
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Workshops

Build and inspire the dream in your team at SunRay Shire.  This “out of the world place” can take your workshop or staff development to new heights.
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Meditation Retreats

Spaces designed to amaze and connect with more subtle realms, SunRay Shire’s quiet tranquility is the perfect place to explore within and without. 

The SunRay Shire Story

SunRay Shire is the family homestead of SunRay Kelley, hailed by The New York Times as the “Master Builder of the Counterculture,” and The Economist as a “Wizard in the Woods.” 
SunRay and his partner, Bonnie Howard have lived and built together for the last 20 years. Their work and homes have appeared on HGTV, NatGeo, DIY, MTV Cribs Extreme, Animal Planet, and The Discovery Channel. The work has also been featured in the New York Times, Dwell, The Economist, and Lloyd Kahn’s books Builders of the Pacific Coast, and Tiny Homes On Wheels.